Science Fair 100-in-1 Electronic Project Kit (1973)

After our parents got tired of us kids taking apart perfectly good radios to see what was inside, junior mad scientists like me got to test our evil genius on Tandy’s Science Fair Electronic Project Kits. (more…)

Archos 5 Internet Media Tablet – First Look

10/22/2009 – Check out my latest Archos 5 Android review here. 10/22/2009 – Check out my latest Archos 5 Android review here. Archos attempts to introduce a new class of PMP devices with the Archos 5 and 7. Only they’re not called PMP’s anymore; they’re called Internet Media Tablets. Sure, why not. Mine just arrived today, so read on for a first look and my early impressions… (more…)

Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons

Just got back from a great trip out west to Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons National Parks. What a beautiful area. The weather was perfect and I took every advantage of it with the camera. I packed my Nikon D700 and a few lenses and I gave it a good workout, chasing down good lighting, or just stumbling across it. See for yourself here.

Away On Vacation

Hi Folks, I’ll be away until September 17, so if you ordered anything from the store or eBay, I’ll complete your order when I return. Thanks!

Ebay Scammers Hard At Work

It never ceases to amaze me how much energy scammers put into creating and executing their scams. I swear, if they put HALF as much energy into a legitimate enterprise, they would be rich beyond their wildest dreams, and have the added benefit of a clear conscience. (more…)

Upgraded Q5W For Sale-100GB and Archos 605 WiFi

My infamous Q5W, the subject of my popular Q5W Upgrade Article, is up for sale on ebay.  It’s in great shape, and comes bundled with the optional GPS cradle. Link to the Q5W ebay auction. Also for sale is my Archos 605 WiFi with DVR deck and battery dock. Link to the Archos 605 ebay auction.