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Pneumatic Antenna Launcher is Not for Dribblers

Getting an antenna into prime position is often a little challenging. Well, not anymore; checkout this awesome antenna launcher mod. Powered like a regular air pistol, it depends on pressurized gas to generate force, which then enables it to shoot a light line over a tree. More »

gaming

Novint Upgrades the Falcon Controller With Black Version, Pistol Grip Accessory

Novint's Falcon 3D Haptic Joystick has been around for awhile now, but it has just received an upgrade in the form of a black version and an optional pistol grip accessory for FPS gaming. At $19.99, the grip is a little more expensive than the $4 price tag they hinted at last May, but if you are already paying $199 for the black Falcon, what is another $15? [Novint via i4u]

guns

Ring Gun Won't Get Through Airport Security

This ring gun is all old-timey, and there's not a lot of info out there about it, which is too bad. I wonder how it actually works, and if it can fire shots without breaking the finger of the wearer. I also wonder how safe it'd be to carry a loaded gun around on your finger, as you could have some pretty horrible accidents fishing around for your keys in your pockets. But I suppose with bullets that small it'd be tough for it to do all too much damage. What do you think, bloodthirsty, gun-loving American commenters?
[Ring Gun via Spulch]

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Doraemon Voice Activated Air Pistol Remote: Finger Bang Indeed

If you love Doraemon, you will really love this voice activated remote control...controller. Just sync the air pistol up to your remotes and then put the gun on your finger. Every time you say "bang" you can turn on the tv, control the DVD player and more. When not in use, the finger gun rests comfortably on Doraemon's arm. The device can control up to four remotes —but my guess is that novelty value trumps the practical value big time on this one. It will probably be fun for about an hour before you hurl it across the room. Available for around $30. [Product Page via Tokyomango]

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Pistol Cams May Keep an Eye on Trigger Happy Cops

Police in both Orange County, California and Newburgh, New York are on the brink of field testing the PistolCam —a 1.5-ounce camera fitted below the barrel of sidearms. As soon as an officer draws the weapon, the PistolCam begins recording both video and audio. Naturally, this technology could prove extremely useful for clarifying events during shootouts and "accidental" deaths at the hands of police. According to Newburgh officials, if the tests go well, all of their officers would be issued the device — although it remains to be seen how the officers themselves and the unions will respond. My guess is that they wouldn't want the cameras rolling when they shout "Dance!" whilst shooting at the feet of perps. [WREX via The Raw Feed]

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Head-Mounted Gun Patent Blows Minds, Literally

'Albert's Helmet-Mounted Pistol' is a patent back from 1953, when life was simple and people just wanted new hats that could blow away their adversaries. Intended to free the user's hands (hopefully for more guns), the pistol was supposed to be fired by blowing into a tube—like blowing bubbles in milk through a straw, but you know, with more blood. More »

halo

Actual Pics of the Halo 3 Covenant Guns

Bungie's just put out an update and given us real pictures of the Halo 3 Toys Covenant guns. The plasma rifle looks somewhat similar to the "real" thing (the gun in the game), but the plasma pistol looks really bleh. Real Covenant aliens wouldn't be caught dead with a turquoise gun. However, it will have a "super shot" mode that will register more damage to that sensor you wear on your chest. Looks like the old laser tag games we played as kids. More »

this is ridiculous

The Pistol Watch is the Best Idea Ever

The product page calls this Pistol Clock a desk clock, but who are they kidding? Something small enough to fit in the palm of your hand isn't a clock, it's a pocket-watch. Which means you're going to be carrying this around to banks, airports, police stations, post offices, churches and elementary schools to whip out and show off. More »

home entertainment

Channel Changer Gun Vents Your Anger at This Season's Writing on 24

Shooting your TV is bad (haven't you seen that episode of The Simpsons?). Shooting it with a remote that's shaped like a gun is slightly better. More »