The problem with all the electronics and gadgets we have in and around our homes these days is that we’re often driven crazy by all the wires that come along with them and all the hassle we put into trying to hide as many of them as possible. In fact, we seem to be so focused on hiding or organizing wires that some creative solutions can be so obvious that you simply think past them. XMBC user Palle Olsen didn’t and instead of hiding them, used the wires of his Playstation 3 media center to create a (...) read more
Not everything geek related needs to be practical. Sometimes things are just cool for the sake of it. This iPhone controlled kitchen island that sinks into the floor by the press of a button is an example of that. It’s an impressive do-it-yourself project and undoubtedly to some practical use to the owner of the kitchen. The likelihood of this going mainstream is slim to none though. Still, you have to admit that it’s an awesome sight (maybe even more so with the cat on top of it) and it could give (...) read more
Every interior designer knows that the use of lighting can make or break the atmosphere in a home. The right lighting over a dinner table can make food look extra delicious and fresh, and proper lighting in a bedroom can create a warm and relaxing atmosphere.A commonly used way to create a spacious and warm feeling is the use of indirect lighting. The inspiration for the design of this do-it-yourself project came from a visit to a multimillion modern villa in the south of Holland. But to create this (...) read more
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We've covered invisible speakers before with special speakers you can mount in a wall. Those speakers are pretty pricey, but this DIY hack only requires a € 23,- Ikea lamp ($ 30,-) and some stripped down PC speakers you might have lying around. There is no detailed guide available but the image speaks for itself. The only downside might be that there's no more room for a light bulb so the original functionality of the lamp is lost. Nothing that can't be fixed! It certainly gives enough (...) read more
Windows Mobile phones are continuously growing in market share and every month cool and new phones are introduced with the Microsoft OS. While Apple is still setting up third party application support, built-in GPS and 3G connectivity for its iPhone, the Windows Mobile platform already has tons of freeware applications and smart tweaks to customize you smartphone to your very own needs. We've set up a top 10 list of the most interesting tweaks and applications for your Windows Mobile (...) read more
