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Miles Automotive All-Electric Four-Door Sedan

James Allan Brady, Aug 28th 2007 Discuss [0]

Miles Automotive, the company that makes a decent collection of more affordable all electric cars is finally bringing you one that you can take on the highway. Come 2008 they are releasing a 4-door sedan with an 80MPH top speed. The car also has an estimated range of 120 or more miles and a mere 6 hour charge time. The car also has Bluetooth and GPS. And in case you were wondering, everything is all power, windows, door locks, etc. Read The Full Story

Washing Machines Get Earth Friendly Upgrades

James Allan Brady, Aug 24th 2007 Discuss [0]

The first (the left of the picture) is the Airwash. Currently its just a concept invented by a couple students from Singapore, it went on to win the INDEX Design To Improve Life awards. It works with –ions, compressed air, and deodorants and cleans your clothes without the use of water.

The second (the right of the picture) is the Cyclean. It is a bike powered washer. It uses no electricity, instead its user hops on and rides nowhere quick, but it does clean your clothes. It is recommended for developing countries, where electricity can be put to far better uses.

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Lightening GT Electric Car is Lightening Quick

James Allan Brady, Aug 24th 2007 Discuss [2]

Ever since Tesla released their all-electric roadster their have been companies gearing up to give them some competition. It appears a company from the UK finally has a production model ready to compete. And it does a fine job, the recharge time seems less than the Tesla, and the 0-60 time is slightly lessened. The recharge time is said to be the equivalent of “the time it takes to fill up a gas tank.” Read The Full Story

The Sparkly CD Clock

Abby McVay, Aug 22nd 2007 Discuss [0]

Recycled gadgets are always a nice thing to add to any home especially if they are done well and really look cool. This Sparkly CD Clock is made up of old used CDs and turned into these chic clocks. Read The Full Story

Fujitsu Biodegradable LifeBook

James Allan Brady, Aug 22nd 2007 Discuss [0]

So apparently that most prevalent crop of Indiana, corn, is good for more than sustenance. Fujitsu is now producing a laptop, a LifeBook to be precise, that is made from cornstarch. So, the best part about this laptop is that since its chassis is derived from corn, the resources used to manufacture it not only make it biodegradable, but are also renewable resources. Sadly its only available in Japan right now. Read The Full Story

Frog Can Crusher

James Allan Brady, Aug 17th 2007 Discuss [0]

Now you can step on Frogger yourself instead of waiting for him to get crushed by one of those pesky cars. And you can help save the environment all at the same time. The can crusher can support up to 90Kg’s in weight, which means most people should be able to use it with ease. Read The Full Story

Show your geek pride – the Motherboard Wall Clock

Abby McVay, Jul 27th 2007 Discuss [0]

I know all the motherboard related gadgets have a tendency to look a bit dorky, but occasionally they do look good. Like this 14” Wall Clock, well at least in red. Read The Full Story

The Wind Up LED Camp Light

Abby McVay, Jul 11th 2007 Discuss [0]

Tired of buying those giant batteries for your lantern when you head off to go camping? This Wind Up LED Camplight is a much more convenient way to head off into the great outdoors. Read The Full Story

The Solar Frog Light just glows with class

Abby McVay, Jul 10th 2007 Discuss [0]

I don't know when exactly it is the frogs became the anointed stoner mascot, but somehow it happened. For some reason even though this frog was not meant to be perceived in that light, it definitely looks like the hippie frogs that don't want to go way. Read The Full Story

The MagicGlobe Solar Light Sphere

Abby McVay, Jul 9th 2007 Discuss [0]

Outdoor lighting has finally become interesting. Everyone has become bored of those typical solar powered lights you stick along your walkway, and this MagicGlobe Solar Light Sphere is a far cry from it. Read The Full Story

Bamboo Optical Mouse for all the tech savvy hippies

Abby McVay, Jul 8th 2007 Discuss [0]

Earthy tech toys are becoming more and more main stream. For some reason we're fascinated when we figure out how to combine nature and electronics. Well this bamboo optical mouse is the latest edition to environmentally friendly electronics. Read The Full Story

Solar-powered pool cleaner leaves your water clean enough to drink

Chris Scott Barr, Jul 2nd 2007 Discuss [0]

If you're looking for an alternative to dumping chemicals in your pool all summer long, you might want to check out this cool gadget from Smart Home. Read The Full Story