If you can’t tell from the picture, this is a DIY project on taking a regular USB hub and turning it into the ideal Halloween desk monster. Using stiff wire, USB cables, USB hub and some LED you can build the inner structure of the USB monster. Then sharpen your sowing skills and make a […]
Here is a simple USB tutorial on taking a typical phone cord and splicing it so USB connectors sit on each end. The concept being a cheap and easy way to make a short cable expand out for long distance connection during use. The only fear is that phone cords are not well shielded and […]
An Instructables member took an extra Wiimote and turned it into the eye-site gauge for the famous USB missile launcher. Now you can have all the fun with the added pin-point accuracy for a deadly shot with your missile launcher. With a spare remote, USB cable, USB missile launcher and some code they guys at […]
We all know the George Foreman USB grill was an April Fools joke a couple years ago, well now Instructables [member] claims he can cook eggs via two USB ports. But could this be true or are we getting punked? If a USB port doesn’t put out more than 5V of power, then how the […]
One of the most common problems with USB drives is the plastic casing getting cracked and breaking apart. It’s a shame that such a cheap piece of plastic might encourage some to drop another $20 or $30 on a new device. Of course fixing the plastic is never going to work as a long term […]
Instructables posted a great little USB hack for turning an old VHS tape into a glowing USB hub. I like this mod because it takes an old, out of date medium, puts some retro lighting in there which creates a modern day device I can use everyday. Instructables also brings up a good point with […]
I enjoy the Instructables weekly email about DIY projects. Occasionally you see one worth trying or sparks your interest enough to consider trying. This week we found an instructable for a DIY iPod Video Porjector. To turn your dream into a reality, you’ll need an iPod, mirror, lens and flat wall for projected image. Here’s […]
The guys at Instructables have come up with yet another great tutorial to add some USB gadgetry to your closet. This time we take a look at building a USB telescope from an old analog zoom lens, webcam and PVC piping for housing. Reading through the instructions, the USB tutorial is a seven step process. […]
Unlocking the iPod Touch isn’t too difficult and the transformation allows for some powerfull and fun applications to find their way into your iPod Touch. Take for example, this tutorial which gives you the tools to run Instant Message on your iPod Touch Click for a tutorial on installing Instant Message on your iPod Touch […]
The guys at Instructables came up with a chest harness to generate power for USB devices. Maybe they’ll give new meaning to the term wonderbra. Using some high-ratio gear motors this “thorax expansion coupler†uses your body motion for regular breathing. Although the instructions to build such a device are a little taxing, it would […]
GetUSB.info has reported on several off-the-shelf USB extenders, but they are high priced, at least for the home user. If you have low signal strength and on a tight budget, here is a tutorial on making your own beefed up WiFi USB extender. Using this home-brew WiFi extender will help pick up dozens more hot-spots […]
So here is a simple project to groom your child into the geek parent you are. Over at Hacked Gadgets Alan pointed out a “how-to” on creating your own USB charger from Lego’s. The charger uses a Lego motor to generate current which passes through a voltage regulator and off to the USB port. If […]
