13 Unexpected Star Wars Gadgets

June 20, 2011 by uphaa
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9 High Tech Gadgets That You Should Bring to a Gunfight

October 27, 2010 by uphaa
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Bulletproof iPod Case

An obsessed Jap got his iPod crushed against the handrail on one of the crowded subway trains he decided to take matters in his own hands. He got a new iPod and to prevent it from a similar fate he made a 5mm Aluminum A5052 for it which is strong enough to stop a .22 bullet
It is constructed of 5mm aluminum A5052 casing held together with M3 hex bolts and it weighs a hefty 446 grams.link

Cotton T-shirt that can literally fend off bullets

An ordinary cotton T-shirt can be converted into body armour, thanks to scientists from South Carolina, Switzerland and China.They combined the carbon in the cotton with boron to create a tough, lightweight fabric of boron carbide, the same material used to protect tanks.
Available at Wal-Mart, the treated T-shirt would be not only bulletproof, but also resistant to ultraviolet light from the sun and life-threatening neutrons emitted by decaying radioactive materials. link

iWallet: Bulletproof Wallet with biometric fingerprint reader access

The iWallet is a bulletproof, high tech wallet with a hard case construction, biometric fingerprint reader access, and bluetooth technology that allows it to pair with select cellular phones as a theft deterrant.
We are not too impressed by the design of the wallet, but we do like the biometric fingerprint reader. It makes it very tech-y and worth the $299.link

Fireproof / Waterproof Data Storage Chest

Sentry Safe Fireproof/Waterproof Data Storage Chest protects the contents from fire and water up to one half hour in 1,550 degree Fahrenheit temperatures (1,116 degrees Kelvin) or 24 hours fully submersed in water. link

Bulletproof USB Flash Drive

The i-Disk Bulletproof™ claiming to be almost indestructible. The flash drive is constructed of a rounded double layer of metal protection and was built to be tough and was constructed to be water, fire and any “heavy” impact resistant.

$100,000 Bulletproof Toilet

That’s right, each one of these public toilets/restrooms costs a whopping $100,000. These things are “not only bulletproof, but can withstand a 15 ton blast as well.” No word yet on commercial availability. link

‘Designed to survive life’ iPhone Case

‘Designed to survive life’ is how Ballistic describe their the rough, tough HC Series case. Engineered with 4 layers of protection and a built in screen protector, this case offers security from drops, fingerprints, scratches and dust.
Of course with all this rugged protection, it will bring much bulk. If you need some proof of how this all works, check out the demo vid below. link

Bulletproof Backpacks Protect More than Your Notebook

Here’s a backpack that’s designed to protect computers and lives. The mjbackpack by MJ Safety Solutions features the expected notebook sleeve, pockets and pouches, but can also withstand close-range handgun fire. In case of a school shooting, junior can tale the backpack of his back and use it as a shield. link

Bulletproof clipboard

This panel fits where any standard pad of paper can go! An instant shield in your clipboard, notebook or binder.
Instructions: Insert the panel into a 3 ring notebook binder or insert under the pad of paper on your clipboard (or insert in the storage compartment of box style clipboards, or any small bag or purse or deposit bag or notebook/organizer pocket). Use as a shield bewteen yourself and the shooter or firearm. Protect your head and upper torso whenever possible. When taking shelter/cover protect your head and face. When running away hold in the direction of the threat to protect your face and upper torso (vital organs).link

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10 Awesome Backpack Designs (awesome backpacks)

October 9, 2009 by uphaa
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Chewbacca Backpack

“And there are two extra features the Chewbacca Backpack has to offer. First, his bandoleer bag can hold some smaller accessories such as cables, business cards, or Ewok jerky. And second, there can be no bigger thrill than asking someone if they want to pet your Wookiee.”
Now you can finally walk around with a Wookiee strapped to your back. Source

Yoda Backpack

“Keep Your Things Safe It Will”
We just love this Yoda Backpack and it’s so cool. Now you can strap Yoda directly onto your back while you lug around all your precious stuff around at the same time. Just like the original, Yoda gives you the teachings of the force while you’re off to your next adventure.Source

Darth Vader Backpack

Times have been tough for Lord Vader. After a stunning trio of classic films where he was the ultimate bad guy, Vader was on top of the world. Then he hit rock bottom after three lame prequels, being portrayed as a lame sissy-boy by the highly feminine and over emoting Hayden Christensen.
Ewoks won’t fear Vader, but will instead Worship him as the god of cuddly back hugs. It’s wrong. Very wrong. Source

R2-D2 Backpack

This is awesome entirely because they didn’t try to make it look anything like a backpack at all. We don’t care how old you are, a Star Wars fan is a Star Wars fan and We can’t hate the idea of this backpack, but would you wear it?.Source

Bug backpack

Why attract ALL the bugs this summer when you only need 1 big one!. Unfortunately, no other information was provided

Dragon Backpack

Are your attempts at scaring women and small children on the streets failing? Well then check out this leather dragon backpack made by Bob Basset of Ukraine. Bob, who if you can’t tell is a dragon fanatic, made the thing entirely out of molded leather and black magic.Source

The Pratesi Guitar Backpack

You won’t really go wrong with the Pratesi Guitar Backpack, especially if you’re a hardcore music lover. This special guitar-shaped bag is made from premium vegetable-dyed calf leather, where it will come with an integrated mini speaker as well as outlet for you to hook up your favorite MP3 player. Source

Spiderman Backpack

Spider-Man seemingly clings to your back in this backpack Marvel’s Spider-Man Plush Backpack stands 33 inches tall, and has adjustable straps to fit most backs. Source

Lego Backpack

The time is now for a LEGO backpack my fellow geeks. What with back to school and all. Obviously it’s awesome because it looks like a LEGO brick, but just think, it not only will carry your schoolbooks, but you can also fill it up with LEGOS so you can easily transport all your bricks and build something cool wherever you go. Source

4-in-1 Gardening Backpack

If you are a gardener, you might come to like this handy concept of compact gardening tools that neatly packed into one backpack-like carrier so you can carry the tools like the picture
This 4-in-1 gardener tool is consist of 2 shape of shovels, 1 weird looking hoe, and one green broom for cleaning purpose. The downside is in the grip factor. The designer might want to add a new level of Grip especial in the handle for more comfortableness of its user.Source

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