Toniq Blips

MaKey MaKey - Type on a Banana? (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:00:24 +0000

This is one of the coolest, nerdiest, I must-have, Kickstarter projects I have seen! The video does most of the explaination of what this is and how it works. Here's a nice cliché, "MIT students are brilliant!" Here's more on the two creative geniuses behind MaKey MaKey, Jay Silver and Eric Rosenbaum. If you are feel like giving and supporting something really cool, hit up MaKey Makey at Kickstarter.

Some Things Are Better Not Shared...Wifi Blocking Wallpaper

Carol Nakamoto — Thu, 24 May 2012 13:00:57 +0000

Talk about being discreet and holding on to every signal power you can with this new Wifi Blocking Wallpaper.

Developed by Institut Polytechnique de Grenoble (INP) in collaborated with Centre Technique du Papier, this wallpaper can block wifi signals being broadcast outside of the user’s vicinity. This can protect privacy, enhance security and ensure speed. How does it work? Well the paper is coated in conductive silver ink that can block particular electromagnetic wave frequencies.

For more, check out Springwise.

The Future of Office Espresso: Textspresso (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:00:31 +0000

Because when you need it, you need it now! The Textspresso allows you to text your espresso order directly to the espresso machine and it will be ready when you get there. The coolest part of the printing on the foam with edible ink! So is this the future of integrating our coffee jolt and texing? This just shows how existing technology that we already use on a daily basis is going to play a bigger role and lead the innovation for simplicity in our everyday lives. Why do we think "text-technology" will boom? We don't need things to be more complicated, we don't need more gadgets and we really don't want to have to learn new methods to get things done. Simply, texting is already a part of our lives; some even do it more than talking on the phone!

For more, check out Zipwhip.

Does Your Cat Suffer From CB = Cat Boredom? Friskies Can Help (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Tue, 22 May 2012 13:00:59 +0000

This is a hilarious and brilliant video from Friskies to help end CB. It is a well scripted video to drive traffic to the Friskies Facebook brand page. So far, it seems to be creating quite a buzz as cat lovers are becoming aware of CB and knowing there is a cure from Friskies. So check out the Friskies Facebook page and let's help end CB.

A Brief History of John Baldessari (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Mon, 21 May 2012 13:01:04 +0000

Great inspiration to start the week...a 6 minute John Baldessari documentary narrated by Tom Waits. Pure Beauty! Enjoy!

New Wave of Cosmetic Surgery, iDermal: iPad Nano Implant (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Fri, 18 May 2012 13:00:58 +0000

Could this be the first step in man and technology becoming one purely based on choice and elective implantation? Science and medicine have long utilized technology embedded into humans such as pace makers, electronic sensory receptors, etc. But would you opt to have your iPad Nano or other devices cosmetically implanted into your body? Well, this guy did. With 4 precisely placed magnetic anchors pierced into his wrist, he can attach an iPod Nano or anything magnetic to his wrist sans a band. Check it out...

Would you?

Read the full interview the piercer gave to NBC here, NBC Philadelphia.

Trend: Luxury Cars Taking to 2-Wheels

Carol Nakamoto — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:00:54 +0000

Is it me or is every luxury car company coming out with a bike? We love the idea since it supports healthier living and a healthier planet...but the price tags are still for the luxury car consumer, and there's no leasing on these luxe 2-wheelers.

Porsche

Porsche has the RS and R models. The RS is a carbon body frame with 29" wheels and 20 gears. The R model is a "top speed" model made of aluminium. Maybe you can't afford a Porsche, but now you can just dish out $7,820 for the 2 wheel version.

Audi

Audi has 3 versions, a duo Road, duo Sport, and duo City. Audi 2-wheelers range from a cool $6530 - $7460.

And Audi is also releasing a Hybrid e-Bike this year. The prototype of an electric-powered bike that can be also used as a regular pedal bike will make it's showcase debut in Carinthia, Austria next week. The Wörthersee e-bike will be presented in action including stunts. It is made of carbon fibre-reinforced polymer and weighs 24lbs equipped with a lithium-ion battery and touchscreen to switch between 3 different modes, ultimately reaching 50mph.

Mercedes-Benz

In the new 2012 catalog, the new and improved bike debuts with 29" wheels. The prestigious Mercedes-Benz Bike Selection 2012 also includes a fully sprung mountain bike, a robust trekking bike for everyday comfort and a high-end carbon racing bike. This is not confirmed, but I think the price ranges from $3700-$7000.

Lexus X Merckx

Lexus isn't letting this bike trend go either. They are currently working with Merckx to create the ultimate time trial bike. Lexus is going with full-performance. Still under development, I predict the price to run in the high 5 to 6 digits.

I'm sure there are a few more that I have missed, from Bentley to BMW, but for now, this is evidence of a trend that is gaining momentum, Luxury Branded Bikes. We'll keep following this and posting, so keep checking in!

Google's Self Driving Car (video)

Carol Nakamoto — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:00:48 +0000

This is a test drive with Steve Mahan who is legally blind. First announced in 2010, Google goal was to "make driving safer, more enjoyable, and more efficient". Looks like Google may have a piece of the auto world very soon. This could change the lives of all drivers, young and old, handicapped and disabled. This technology could eventually save thousands of lives and give many people mobility, independence and freedom to go where they want, when they want. Incredible!

Infinite Energy (video)

Craig Swanson — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:59:19 +0000

OK, so a cat always lands on its feet and the toast always lands butter side down. This is the source for a logical loop that leads to infinity.

via Adweek

Bon Voyage, Kitty!

Emily Schuch — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:44:04 +0000

Taiwan based EVA air has teamed up with Japanese toy company Sanrio to brand three jets with popular cartoon character, Hello Kitty.

According to The Daily Mail, "Fans will be able to enjoy more than 100 specially designed Hello Kitty items on the flight and can purchase limited edition duty-free products, such as Hello Kitty-shaped pasta, from flight attendants wearing Hello Kitty aprons."

Unfortunately for any American Kitty-philes, flights on the three Hello Kitty branded planes only travel between Asian destinations where the cartoon cat is hugely popular.

evakitty.evaair.com