• DIY

    Trap Lightning in a Block

    By John Mahoney Posted on 2.15.2008 19 Comments

    There are many unusual things to see around Newton Falls, Ohio—the Wal-Mart with hitching posts for Amish buggies, the Army base with helicopters and tanks proudly arranged on hills—but I was here for the most unusual thing of all: the local Dynamitron. I was here to make frozen lightning.

  • Entertainment & Gaming

    Laser Tag

    By Abby Seiff Posted on 2.20.2007 2 Comments

  • Gadgets

    Built-In Accident Recorder

    By Abby Seiff Posted on 2.7.2008 3 Comments

    Thankfully this DVR-equipped rearview mirror isn't meant to let you watch a few scenes of your favorite shows while crawling in traffic. The Car Camera Recorder Pro turns on automatically when you start your car, and shuts down when you stop the engine. It attaches to any existing rearview mirror, and plugs into a standard car lighter.


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