Gizmodo: kegerator

How to Replicate Wired's Kegerator

Dan Nosowitz — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:00:00 EDT

Wired's iPhone-themed DIY kegerator is the stuff of legend: An unwanted fridge became a moving, gadget-filled beer dispenser of the highest caliber. This video shows that it's also a pretty easy (if expensive) undertaking.

http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/09/beerrobot/

The kegerator features an iPhone-like array of "apps," including a CO2 gauge, the "Tap Store" where different beers are selected, and a temperature gauge (the fridge is kept at 37 degrees for a perfect frosty brew). It actually looks like a project that's conceivably doable by a group of dedicated beer-lovers, even if they don't work for a tech magazine. Now if you'll excuse me, I have to scour the Craigslist free listings for refrigerators. [Wired]

v-Pod: Beer and TV, Together At Last

Mark Wilson — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 19:30:00 EST

Sure, most of us have enjoyed a cold one while watching TV. But there's nothing worse than running off to the fridge during ~~Sex and the City reruns~~ the game. Now that hassle is over.

Because the Micro Matic v-POD is both your TV and your beer dispenser. Constructed of stainless steel and loaded with six faucets that can dispense anything from beer to beer, the v-POD already sounds like a must-buy for its $3,050 asking price. But the v-POD also features a 10-inch LCD with stereo speakers that can play back MPEG, MPEG2, MPEG4 and MP3 files off of your flash storage of choice.

Sure, we wish that display were a bit bigger. But when you're curled up in the fetal position crying about your failings as a human being, even a 50-inch Kuro isn't going to stop the pain. Lessen, maybe. Stop, no way. [v-Pod via Engadget]

Octane 120: Arcade Cabinet Meets Kegerator Meets Home Theater

Mark Wilson — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:10:00 EDT

What more can we ask for? This September, arcade cabinet manufacturer Dream Arcades will be releasing a sit-down unit that's pretty much every childhood and adult fantasy we've had rolled into one. Built upon a "high-end gaming PC" platform, the Octane 120 displays games through a 10-foot screen with its built-in projector and it will pour you a cold one at your leisure.

Because hidden underneath that black finish, a kegerator keeps your beverage of choice ice cold. Two taps (one by the steering wheel, one in the back) and one cup holder (by the wheel) ensure that no matter where you stumble, it's not too far from more stumbling.

And on top of all that good stuff, the system can play any of its 200 (licensed) bundled PC titles, PS3 racing games through the built-in wheel, or PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii games with the built in joystick (and the aid of a few adapters). Oh, and they squeezed a 5.1 surround sound system in the chassis, too.

Priced at $6,995, it's definitely infringing on real car payment territory. But finally, we can drive drunk without all those pesky tickets and dead people. [DreamArcades via CrunchGear]

Party-A-Cargo Brings the Bro-Down to Wherever Your Truck Can Park

Elaine Chow — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EDT

Hey dudebro, looking to take a bro-dtrip but afraid you'll make the ultimate braux-pas: not bringing enough beer and having a totally whack sound system? Chill out man, Party-A-Cargo's got your back with its tow hitch mounted kegerator. The Party-A-Cargo Ultimate can store up to 160 glasses of beer and contains a jockey box with two 6 inch by 9 inch speakers and a 10 inch subwoofer.

The case, which hooks up to the back of your SUV, also has a built in CD stereo and Sirius Satellite Radio, a battery charger and a 12-volt power adapter. A locking door ensures that those dickwads at Alpha Gamma Phi won't try to make a grab for your beer while you're gone. Party-A-Cargo offers three different versions of its frat-friendly fun box, ranging in price from $2,895 to $3,795. [Born Rich]

Gamerator, Arcade Cabinet with Beer Tap

Mark Wilson — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 13:16:26 EDT

The Gamerator has been the first successful technology to combine our two favorite pastimes: video games and binge drinking. Because while it initially appears to be a drool-worthy 24-inch flat screen MAME arcade cabinet with 180 preloaded titles, the Gamerator's alter ego is that of a kegerator, keeping a pony keg chilled and on tap for your enjoyment at all times. Sounds like heaven? That's not all, my friends!

The Gamerator can also be customized to fit your console of choice or even a fully functional PC. Browse the web with a beer, and when you need a break in the chugging, just store your glass in one of the two built-in cupholders. You know, just like when you're cruising the strip in the minivan.

Remember the old days when you were stuffing more quarters into machines before time ran out? Well this is the new, over 21 and way more awesome version—though no one can predict just how many glasses will fall victim to "slip and shatter" as we try to booze up before putting the finishing whoop ass on M. Bison. And the $2,000 pricetag really isn't that bad when you consider...uhh...yeah, it's a bit pricey, even for a MAME cabinet. But we're sure it's worth every penny. [ebay via technabob]