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3D-Printed Toy Hand Cannon Revolver

3D-Printed Toy Hand Cannon Revolver

Flasutie shows off an insane toy gun that looks and works like an oversized revolver. It fires plastic projectiles using a high-voltage igniter and oxyhydrogen (HHO) gas as a propellant. Before building the main weapon, he made a single-barrel unit to test its firing system. Despite the TPU bullets being relatively soft, they could still leave a mark on unprotected skin.

Dimond Driver Multi-bit Screwdriver

Dimond Driver Multi-bit Screwdriver

This elegantly designed hand tool from Phil & Robbie elevates the multi-bit screwdriver to new heights. It features a locking chuck for 1/4″ hex bits and a knurled brass collar. Its faceted, non-conductive handle hides an internal container for six bits. The kit comes with a set of long, double-ended steel bits and a special bit that works as a pen.

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Human/Scorpion Hybrid

Human/Scorpion Hybrid

North of the Border just won’t stop making things creepier than they should be. Adam’s latest nightmare fuel is an oversized clay and wire scorpion with human features like nipples, chest hair, fingernails, feet, and flesh-colored skin. Goopy black eyeballs, Tighty-whities, and mouth-arms bring it all together.

The Sympathizer (Trailer)

The Sympathizer (Trailer)

Oldboy director Park Chan-wook teamed up with Robert Downey Jr. for this limited-run series about a spy who was planted in the South Vietnam army and later moved to the U.S., where he secretly reported back to the Viet Cong. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Viet Thanh Nguyen, it Stars Hoa Xuande as The Captain and premieres 4.14.24 on Max.

Playing 15 Notes at Slightly Different Speeds

Playing 15 Notes at Slightly Different Speeds

To create this pleasantly hypnotic sequence of sounds, musician Jeremie Carter played 15 different notes on a marimba. He performed each note repeatedly at a rate of 0.2 bpm faster or slower than its neighbor, then edited them side-by-side. He says every time you hear a bell ring, a subdivision has been reached, progressing from quarter notes to various tuplets.

Evil Does Not Exist (Trailer)

Evil Does Not Exist (Trailer)

The residents of a rural town are powerless to stop the construction of a glamping site in their area. It may seem like a tragic but cliche tale of man destroying nature, but Evil Does Not Exist builds up to a different and equally disturbing observation. A quiet thriller from Drive My Car writer and director Ryusuke Hamaguchi. Premieres 5.3.24.

Kids Sing Nine Inch Nails

Kids Sing Nine Inch Nails

A group of talented kids celebrated their friend’s birthday with a kick-ass performance of the Nine Inch Nails track Wish. The music video serves as a fundraiser for the O’Keefe Music Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps offer free music lessons and music camps to young musicians. Crank up the volume to 11 for this one. (Thanks, Myriam!)

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Gaming PC Building Block Kit

Gaming PC Building Block Kit
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If building a gaming PC is out of your budget at the moment, manifest that machine with this neat kit from LEGO knockoff brand Pantasy. The kit has a surprising amount of detail and distinct parts, including a motherboard, GPU, and storage drives. It even has an RGB light. Pantasy also has equally impressive 90s PC and 80s PC kits.

Self-Balancing Lelo Triangle

Self-Balancing Lelo Triangle

This electromechanical plaything from Nikola Toy automatically steadies itself and balances on its point. Its curved Reuleaux triangle shape allows it to teeter while sensors, circuitry, and a spinning wheel help hold its position. It also has built-in RGB LED lighting.

LG CineBeam Q 4K Laser Projector

LG CineBeam Q 4K Laser Projector
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Don’t be fooled by the LG Cinebeam Q’s throwback design. It’s packed with features that allow you to enjoy a 4K 120″ screen anywhere. One of the smallest 4K laser projectors in the market, it has a 360° handle that doubles as a stand and a lightning fast automatic screen adjustment. It runs LG’s webOS smart TV platform, and supports AirPlay 2 and Miracast.

Why Are Game Controller Buttons Like That?

Why Are Game Controller Buttons Like That?

You probably know that Nintendo came up with the A and B buttons in video game controllers. But did you know that they were not the first to use Start and Select? Or that we have Sega to thank for the ergonomics of the Xbox controller layout? Learn all that and more from YouTuber Lextorias’ deep dive into the origins of video game controller buttons.

Anker MagGo Power Bank & Qi Charger

Anker MagGo Power Bank & Qi Charger

Anker’s compact MagGo power bank delivers up to 15W wireless charging for Qi-compatible devices. The 10,000mAh portable charger can also recharge devices via USB-C. Its sturdy folding stand makes it easy to use your device while charging, and its compact display shows its remaining capacity by percentage and duration.

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Dark Byte of the Moon

Dark Byte of the Moon

veridiz vz•tv put together a full-length recreation of Pink Floyd’s classic album Dark Side of the Moon using 8-bit synthesizer sounds. After a very monotonous start with Speak to Me, things kick into gear by the time they hit On the Run and Money. veridiz has also made chiptune covers of Another Brick in the Wall, Echoes, and The Final Cut.

Invisibility Shield 2.0

Invisibility Shield 2.0

This special material uses a precision-engineered lens array to bend light around you, making it look like you vanished into thin air. Crouch down behind the full-size Invisibility Shield 2.0 or cloak your entire body with the 6-foot-tall MEGASHIELD. Both roll up for easy transport, and the shield is also available in a 12″ by 7.9″ Mini size for $69.

Japan on 16mm Film

Japan on 16mm Film

We’re so used to seeing crisp, 4K video these days that we almost forgot how much character analog film can bring to moving pictures. illkoncept brought a vintage Bolex H16 Rex-5 16mm camera to Tokyo and Osaka and captured this amazing footage of Japanese nightlife that’s far more compelling than most things we’ve seen shot on modern equipment.

Ramy Youssef: More Feelings (Trailer)

Ramy Youssef: More Feelings (Trailer)

(PG-13: Language) “Are you ever so horny you’re like, “I can figure out Palestine”?” Ramy Youssef had more to say after his 2019 standup special. Then everything happened. And is still happening. But the comedian went ahead with More Feelings anyway, giving us a bit of release while sharing the lose-lose situation of a celebrity trying to help out. Out now on Max.

Miniature Virtual Pinball Machines

Miniature Virtual Pinball Machines

Scott Sloan builds 1:6-scale digital pinball machines that are fully playable. The 3D-printed systems can play many games using Visual Pinball X and are powered by a GMK 5105 mini-computer. They have a 7″ playfield and a 5″ backglass display. Want one? Contact Scott on Facebook. Glen’s Retro Show has a demo video here. Images courtesy of Scott Sloan.

Time Master 70 Watch

Time Master 70 Watch

To create the Time Master 70, Ferro & Company took inspiration from the mid-century modern designs of the 1970s. The watch features a 39mm stainless steel case with a cushion-shaped body and a brushed finish. It’s powered by a Japanese Miyota movement visible through an orange-tinted back. Choose from silver, orange, pink, or blue face designs.

F1 Drivers Lifeguard Beach Challenge

F1 Drivers Lifeguard Beach Challenge

Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 drivers Max Verstappen and Checo Perez took on Visa Cash App RB’s Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo in a different kind of race. The teams headed to Hampton Beach in Melbourne, Australia, to see who would make the best lifeguard – or at least who could drive a Can-Am Commander side-by-side the quickest on the sand.

Gerber Freescape Camp Saw

Gerber Freescape Camp Saw
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Gerber’s smartly-designed camp saw folds up flat when not in use while its parts remain connected. Its 12″ blade can cut through large-diameter wood, and its shape ensures you can use every inch of the blade. A textured handle provides maximum grip, and it comes with a blade edge protector for safe packing.

Testing Different Kinds of Medieval Crossbows

Testing Different Kinds of Medieval Crossbows

Medieval weapon expert Tod’s Workshop happened to have five different types of crossbows in his workshop at the same time, so he thought it would be fun to compare how they work and how effective each is at its job. The collection ranges from a tiny handheld crossbow to massive ballista that requires a time-consuming tensioning process.

Titaner Mix 2 Titanium Ruler + Caliper

Titaner Mix 2 Titanium Ruler + Caliper

This unique gadget from Titaner combines a ruler, caliper, adjustable wrench, and fidget toy. Its extendable ruler measures objects up to 18 cm (Metric) or 7 in (Imperial). In caliper mode, it can measure the outer dimensions of objects and clamp down to turn bolts. Its bars are made from titanium, while the accents are available in a gold or rose gold finish.

Wet Paint: London’s Last Phone Box Painter

Wet Paint: London’s Last Phone Box Painter

This documentary short film by Matthieu Livingston introduces us to Robert Pammen, who paints London’s famed red telephone boxes. But nobody pays Robert to do this – he volunteers his time to help keep a tradition alive. He talks with reverence for those who built the boxes and the purpose they once served and shares a glimpse into his life.

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