Misc. Gadgets


When it comes to thrashing, few guitars are more appropriate to the task than this custom Cthulhu version by Ikon Customs. Plus, you can actually buy one for yourself for $699-$1199.

Features include:

  • Cthulhu body
  • Plain hard maple neck and fingerboard; stained red
  • Scoundrel headstock shape
  • Comes with Active GOREBUCKER pickup, Hi-Gain Passive DEATH DEALER pickup, or Vintage NECROBUCKER.
  • Fixed IKON bridge, toploader
  • DEATHGRIP Locking tuners
  • HAND MADE IN THE USA

Product Page ($699-$1199 via Technabob)

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Something tells me that the sound quality of these MP3 Star Wars speakers will be on par with Vader breathing through his helmet, but you can’t beat the novelty factor. Pre-order for April 2012 in Vader, Fett and Stormtrooper versions.

The Boba Fett and Stormtrooper versions are pictured after the break.

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Many of us have dealt with the question of what to do with our electronics after they’ve become broken, boring or obsolete. Spencer Shepard of Blue World Aquariums decided the best course of action was to gut his old Xbox 360 console and convert it into a fully functional salt-water aquarium.

After removing the innards of the Xbox, Spencer cut a viewing window, and inserted a custom built tank. Wiring was hooked up for the lighting using the existing power cable and connection, while the low-voltage power supply and controller are hidden inside the external power supply box. The tank also features a color-changing LED strip controlled by a wireless remote.

Hit the jump to check out a video of the finished product.

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Although this project started life as a FurReal Friends Butterscotch Pony, it was converted into a fire breathing monster by Instructables contributor lvl_joe using, among other things, a flame thrower and some Arduino boards. If you want to make your own, you can check out the full set of instructions at  Instructables.

Check out a video demonstration after the break.

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As many renters know, landlords have rules regarding what type of antennas can be put up on their property. However, the sneaky can take advantage of this SatPlus Sat Chair, which looks like a seat but actually conceals a dish and a LNB. Although designed for use on balconies, the SatPlus chair may also work for picking up channels at a campsite – however, it’s not clear what satellite networks it would work with.

Currently the chair is only available in European markets for around $340.

Product Page: (via Slashgear via DVICE)


A Chinese student built this impressive transformer that actually morphs into an airplane. Details on the project are scarce, but you can check out a series of photos after the break.

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Watch the Zelda theme masterfully performed on an iPad in the video after the break.

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Games:

Amazon’s Cyber Monday sale is in full swing with tons of discounts on games like Batman: Arkham City for the Xbox and PS3 for only $39.99. That’s 33% off the list price (includes free shipping). Click here for the complete list of games on sale.

Movies and TV:

In Blu-ray deals you’ll find the Star Wars: The Original Trilogy on sale for only $39.99. That’s 43% off the original price. Click here to check out the complete list of Blu-ray and DVD sales.

Books:

George R. R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones 4-Book Boxed Set is on a super sale right now for only $14.99. That’s 61% off the list price. The set includes A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords and A Feast for Crows. Click here for the complete list of Cyber Monday sales on books.

Toys:

Save up to 50% on NERF toys while supplies last. Click here to see all of the Cyber Monday deals on toys and games.


Having trouble finding a unique gift for the nerd that has everything? You could take the easy way out and give them an iTunes gift card and call it a day, or you can get them something truly unique like electronic Star Wars shirts, life-sized boxing robots or socks with capes.

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