Holographic iPhone concept disappoints
I don’t know about you, but when I hear “hologram”, I think of two things: Ethereal projections emanating from small, coin-sized, hand-held discs, and really amazing porn. But more level-headed designer Josselin Zaïgouche decided to try his hand at creating what he imagines a holographic iPhone might look like (circa the year 2020), and I have to say, I’m... Read More
The Time Capsule Jewelry Box: Hide your valuable jewelry inside your valuable electronics
Aside from the whole “engagement/wedding ring” thing, I think I have not bought the Bride of Macenstein any jewelry in the 70 or so years we’ve been married. Yes, she’s a lucky woman. But despite her lack of baubles, I’m sure if she DID have any nice jewelry (or valuables of any kind), she would appreciate this velvet-lined Time Capsule jewelry... Read More
Even the way Macs CRASH is artsy
When James Theophane, creative director for the Lost Boys agency, was asked to contribute a piece of art for a recent reception, he decided to go the “mixed medium” route. Taking a horrible old Flea Market painting, James painted over the lower half and added a motorized foam core “beach ball of death” to simulate a Mac freezing up while loading a jpg. Of... Read More
The “Where in the world is Steve Jobs?” Contest
Attention graphic designers and “Where’s Waldo?” fans! We have teamed up with the good folks at Pixelmator for a new contest here at Macenstein designed to test both your creativity and your love for everyone’s favorite temperamental CEO, Mr Steve Jobs. Announcing the “Where in the world is Steve Jobs?” Contest! Above: Now THAT’S what... Read More
Can you say, “Chick Magnet”?
As if the simple act of owning an Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Royale wasn’t enough to ensure you a healthy supply of hot and cold running chicks, imagine pulling up the Sorority House of your choosing in said Olds using nothing but your iPhone to control that sweet ride! Above: Nice touch smashing the Dell boxes. The hack looks simple enough, and I’d guess it shouldn’t... Read More
The app is rated 9+, but I think the icon might be NC-17
So Capcom’s new Ghosts’n’Goblins Gold for the iPhone is out, and – GOOD LORD ARTHUR’S PACKING!!!. Above: I remember in the NES version Arthur having a slight bulge, but this is just disturbing. Well, the good news is I doubt any Ghost or Goblin will come within 20 feet of this guy. Who the hell made this icon?!? Whoever it was got a little confused... Read More
Review: iSkin ProTouch Vibe keyboard cover for MacBook/Pro/Air
It has been well documented that my love of blogging is rivaled only by my love of UTZ cheeseballs. This unfortunate battle for my affection has often left my MacBook Pro caught in the middle, with cheeseball encrusted keys. So when the good people at iSkin asked if I wanted to check out their new line of stylish MacBook Pro keyboard covers, I said “sure!”( with a... Read More
Best iPhone costumes to date – hopefully it comes with a Chiropractic app
I made an iPhone costume last year which I thought was pretty sweet (basically a sandwich board type thing with giant glossy icons printed out), but apparently it sucked and I looked like a dork, because these guys went all out and really made a kick-ass iPhone costume to die for… and yet they too look like dorks. The video is rather short, presumably either because both... Read More
If K.I.T.T. from Knight Rider were a Windows-hating Ford Focus with a Mac mini for a brain
I’m not sure if they will solve as many ridiculously unimportant, driving-related crimes as Michael Knight and K.I.T.T. did on the original 1980’s Knight Rider series (I mean, how many corrupt racing competitions can you bust up?), but faithful Swedish Macenstein reader Sascha and his Mac mini-powered Ford Focus, or F.O.X. (Focus ‘0 siX) will certainly be able... Read More
Meet Frank
Above: “Frank” even has two giant bolts sticking out of his head, just like the real thing! Faithful Macenstein reader Julian writes: Hi Doc! A few months ago, my brother came to me and asked for a computer which can run some games, runs Mac Os X, looks cool, and costs below 500€ (including monitor, keyboard and all), because he spends most of his money on amps and... Read More
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