Take Better Photos From Your Smart Phone With Moment Lenses
There's a quote that goes something like, "the best camera to have is the one you have with you." Now I'm not sure if that is the exact quote but the point that I'm getting at is the camera that we have access to the most and is always with us is on our phone. A phone is easy to travel with and with the technology available today, you're able to create some pretty impressive images. With the rise of mobile photography we have see lenses exclusively made for smart phones to increase the quality of the photos we take. Here is where Moment enters the game; promising quality photos with better lenses than what's available, and an easier way to attach them to our phones. Moment lenses are attached using a thin, case-friendly adhesive metal strip for an attachment point that you can use with or without at case. You can learn more about Moment lenses at their website and make sure to visit their Kickstarter campaign page here.
[Via Moment Lens]
Would You Wear Contact Lenses Made By Google?
Google Glass has not even become available for the average consumer yet but that hasn't stopped Google from developing another potentially revolutionary product. Google now has started a new venture and are potentially stepping into the medical field with the development of contact lenses to help diabetics any easier way to monitor their glucose levels. The proto-type made up of wireless chips and glucose sensors sandwiched between two lenses. The sensor in the lenses are designed to measure glucose levels in the wearers tears which can truly be a game changer for those affected with Diabetes. Google plans to reach out for support from partners in the health care market and the FDA to make sure it's Smart Contact Lens becomes a reality. As of right now these lenses are being designed for medical purposes only but it'll be interesting to see what this technology leads too.
[Via CNN]
Panasonic Releases The Lumix DMC-ZS40 Travel Zoom
When you're on the go a lot or gearing up to travel, a camera is essential so you can capture the memories that you create. Because of this, it's always nice to have an alternative to a heavy DSLR or something with a little more punch than a cell phone camera. Panasonic has introduced the Lumix ZS40 Travel Zoom Camera, which can the solve the problems of carrying a heavy DSLR and produce better quality images than your phone. It has an 18.1 megapixel sensor and is capable of Full HD video recording, as well as giving you full manual control. It's small enough to fit in your pocket, measuring in as the world's smallest 30x optical zoom camera, equipped with a 24-720mm equivalent Leica lens. The Panasonic Lumix ZS40 is a nice option to have for someone who is on the go. You can pre order it here.
[Via Panasonic]
Your Favorite Album Covers Pixelated with Legos
Lego always takes me back to my childhood, and people are making some pretty crazy stuff with Legos like cars. Back in the day, it seemed like Lego had an infinite amount of sets, and now they've expanded to creating sets like the Simpsons House set, which looks pretty dope.
Somebody has taken the Lego creativity to the next level with Lego Albums. You read that correctly - somebody has dedicated a Tumblr page entirely to iconic albums pixelated them Legos. When you visit the page, you'll find all the classics in a variety of music genres, ranging from artists like Michael Jackson and The Beatles to Kanye West and Nirvana and many more. It's pretty cool to see these albums in Lego form, so check some of them out here and visit the site for more here.
[Via Lego Albums]
[Video] Create Your Soundtrack With The Jalapeno Beat Maker
In this day and age, there are so many tools out there to help you create the music that is trapped inside your head become a reality. Whether it's machines or software, there is something for everyone who has the need to create music, and now there is another option: The Jalapeno Beat Maker. The name fits the product because it really resembles a jalapeno, but also wants to help you create a soundtrack to your life.
The device is built to respond to your movements when you're engaged in activity such as snowboarding, skiing, or skating. What the Jalapeno does is remix music as you ride and do tricks, letting you mix up to four layers from Beat Farm's music library with tracks from your library or ones your created yourself. The device attaches to your board or yourself, wherever you want to put it, and creates mixes as you hit the slopes or while you have an intense dance session. If you're in the market for a beat maker or just want to try something like this out, head on to the project's Kickstarter for more info here.
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[Via Beat Farm]
Introducing The Mophie Space Pack
The iPhone has a sleek design and aesthetic appeal, but with its good looks comes the need for protection. It only takes one bad drop for the device to shatter and completely ruin your day. I've been a fan of Mophie since I first heard of the company, and their case's provide protection and charges my iPhone when I need it most.
Now they have created another case to solve another problem we face with the iPhone: lack of storage. They have introduced the Mophie Space Pack that not only provides extra battery life, but extra storage with either a 16GB or 32GB case to choose from. There's no need to trash your photos, videos, games, or apps anymore because just save everything to the space pack. With the accompanying app, you'll have an easy to use file management system in the palm of your hand. With Airplay and Airdrop integration, you can easily access any kind of file at anytime which is a pretty sweet feature. The Mophie Space Pack is available for pre-order at $149.95 (16GB) and $179.95 (32GB) with shipping to begin mid-March of this year, so check out Mophie for more info here.
[Via Mophie]
Play Your iPhone Games With The Logitech Powershell Controller
Many of us can get lost in our phones with the array of features that are offered these days. Whether you're conducting business and sending emails, checking out your favorite website, sharing what you had for lunch on social networks, or playing games, there is always something to occupy your time. If you're into the latter, Logitech has created a product to help make the gaming experience better with the Logitech Powershell Controller. For about $100, you can transform your iPhone into a game controller equipped with an analog pad, button clusters, and shoulder triggers so you no longer have to poke at your screen. Not only is it a gaming peripheral, it also has a built-in battery that will charge your iPhone while you play. For more information on the Logitech Powershell Controller, head on over to the Logitech website here.
[Via Logitech]
[Video] The Wipebook Could Be The Last Notebook You Ever Buy
The Wipebook could be the last notebook you ever buy, literally. Most of us have used a notebook at least once in our lifetimes, whether for work, school, or personal use in our daily lives. Well, the Wipebook combines the portability of a notebook with the ease of writing and erasing of a whiteboard. There's no more wasting paper with the Wipebook because whatever you've written on a page can simply be erased. The smooth surface helps you write easily and smoothly without getting that ghost effect you usually get with standard whiteboards. Also, it is easy to erase your notes and sketches without having to worry about it smudging when you close it. The Wipebook sounds like an interesting alternative to the standard notebooks that we have become accustomed to over the years. Being that it's reusable, it could very well be the last notebook you ever buy, so head on over to their Kickstarter for more information about the Wipebook.
[Via Wipebook]
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