newVideoPlayer(“LEGO_falcon_teaser_gizmodo.flv”, 463, 367);
We got the LEGO Ultimate Collector’s Millenium Falcon and here’s a video of me getting all dorky and excited about this awesome 24-pound, 5,159-block LEGO masterpiece. This is just a teaser of what’s coming later this week: the time-lapse video of its construction by only one single dork, and the review (and in case there are still any doubts about it, this is the most amazing LEGO set—and to me, the best toy—Imperial Santa can get you this holiday season.) [LEGO]
Original post by Jesus Diaz
According to reader reports, the PlayStation 3 firmware 2.1 is now available, complete with DivX support, WMVs, enhanced audio bitmapping and a voice changer to make you sound like Sean Connery even if your voice is like Mickey Mouse. [Thanks Joel]
Original post by Jesus Diaz
Artist Aram Bartholl’s “Chat” concept enables users to engage in a conversation via brief text messages that are typed on a keyboard and projected onto a comic strip-like voice bubble overhead —not unlike the Voice Bubble Mirror from earlier this year. Even though the keyboard is wireless, a technician is needed to secure the bubble behind the speaker, so the whole project falls short of greatness. A video of Chat in action is available after the break.
On the other hand, if the bubble could be mounted on a hat and the text could be punched in using a cellphone or something similarly compact, it could be a fun way to engage in a conversation. Until you were tired of looking like an idiot that is. [Project Page via Make]
Original post by Sean Fallon
When it comes to Dubai and attracting wealthy tourists, the word “restraint” is seldom used. Perhaps that is why it is not surprising that the locals are building a $1 billion theme park that will feature over 100 animatronic dinosaurs of 40 different species. Dubbed “Restless Planet,” the park will attempt to provide an educational experience amidst all of the Vegas style spectacle. This will be done using history themed rides and robots / habitats that represent an accurate portrayal (based on current knowledge) of what life was like millions of years ago.
The robots will also be capable of interacting with guests by following them with their eyes or lunging at them as the walk by. Even though you would think that keeping the wraps on a 500,000 square foot park would be difficult, further details are scarce. However, the park is scheduled to open in late 2008 in [...]
Original post by Sean Fallon
The Sitscape Couch is painstakingly crafted to accommodate six of the most common relaxation positions. Not only that, it is designed to allow for a smooth transition between said positions. So, whether you are lying down or sitting cross-legged, the Sitscape has you covered. The product page also mentions that the unique contours of the Sitscape couch allow for “new and unexpected possibilities” (in bold type of course). Whatever could they mean? Unfortunately, since the product is a concept, we may never get a chance to test these possibilities out. [Design Page via Pan-Dan via about:blank]
Original post by Sean Fallon