Andrew Liszewski, Author at Gizmodo

Sony’s A7s Could Be the New Champion of Low Light Cinematography

4K has securely replaced 3D as the buzzword feature on new TVs, and as content producers scramble to churn out genuine ultra HD content, it looks like Sony’s new A7s just might be their weapon of choice. It trades the 36.4 megapixels of the A7R for a 12.2 megapixel sensor optimized to shoot incredible low-light…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

A 3D Printing Pen That Uses UV Light Instead of Dangerous Heat

If you’ve ever used a hot glue gun for a craft project, you already know how tricky and messy they can be to work with. And this is partly why the handful of 3D printing pens already on the market aren’t the easiest tools to use. So maybe the CreoPop pen, which instead uses UV…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

This Clever Site Tells You If Your Favorite Bar Patio Is Sunny or Shady

Everyone has a favorite local patio they like to escape to during the summer, but if your timing isn’t right, you might find yourself sipping a cold one in the shade. To ensure that never happens, some enterprising folks have whipped up a handy website that shows you exactly when your preferred summer spot is…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

An Origami Razor Uses the Power of Paper Cuts To Shave

Half of what makes a paper cut so annoying and awful is that it comes from a seemingly safe and innocuous material. But designer Nadeem Haidary wants to change your opinion on the much hated accidental paper cut by harnessing it for good through an origami razor that can purportedly shave faces. Made from waterproof…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

The World’s Tallest Roller Coaster Will Tower 55 Stories Above the Earth

Coaster enthusiasts are always on the hunt for their next big thrill, and come 2016 they may be drawn back to Orlando. That’s when the Skyplex complex is set to open, featuring the world’s tallest roller coaster wrapped around its 570-foot tall tower. The Polercoaster—as it will be known—is part of a larger 495,000 square…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

One of the Best Compact iOS Controllers Just Got Supersized

SteelSeries’ original Stratus—a compact game controller designed to complement pocket-friendly iOS devices like the iPhone—was revealed just a few months ago at CES. But the company is already rolling out an updated version that will appeal to anyone who felt cramped using the tiny original. The aptly-named Stratus XL trades portability for comfort, with a…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 9

Shopping For a Ring Online? This Site Lets You 3D Print a Mockup

If you think shopping online for clothing was difficult, imagine spending thousands of dollars on a diamond engagement ring without trying it on first. That’s why Brilliance.com, an online jewelry retailer, has started letting customers print their own 3D mockups to try on at home. The service is less about sizing the ring to someone’s…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

A Cocktail Glass Designed To Work In Zero Gravity

Most passengers can’t even get on a plane without a few drinks from the airport bar first. So how do you expect to get the average flyer onto a rocket ship for space tourism if the logistics of zero gravity make drinking during the trip problematic? Easy, you design a martini glass that’s specifically-engineered to…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

Amusing Vacuum Billboard Sucks Its Own Ad Back Into View

Here’s further proof that you don’t need celebrities, scantily clad models, or even a developer’s conference to advertise a product. Playing up those billboards that rotate through multiple advertisements during the day, Samsung stuck one of its vacuums on top of this sign, and it roars to life with suction whenever another ad attempts to…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

Folding OLED Displays Could Make a Bendy, Bright Kindle Someday

Well, e-ink, you’ve had a great run. You showed us that reading on electronic displays could be just as enjoyable as paper, and somehow you thrived in a world of color-screen tablets. But with these new OLED displays that can be folded up like a magazine, your days could finally be numbered. Developed as part…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

A Swivel Chair That Becomes Its Own Private Office

Don’t feel bad if your climb up the corporate ladder currently has you serving time in an open cubicle. You’ll get that private suite one day, but until then, see if you can convince your office manager to swap out your chair for Campeggi’s Tuttomio, which swivels into a semi-private spot to shut out distractions.…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

Dyson’s Cordless DC59: A True Replacement For a Full-Sized Vac

They started out as Dustbusters that actually worked, but Dyson’s cordless vacuums have improved to the point where they’re very nearly a viable alternative to full-sized models. Especially now that they come with a powered cleaning head, capable of really tackling the crustiest of carpets. The DC59 Motorhead is the company’s first cordless vacuum to…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 6

These Sandals Are a Nightmare If You Don’t Like Laces

Keen long ago laid claim to the “is it a shoe or is it a sandal?” footwear category. But this summer the company is releasing a rather unique pair of shoes that seem impossible to categorize. Possibly taking their inspiration from all the woven knit athletic shoes hitting the market, Keen’s Uneeks are nothing but…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 5

You Won’t Mind This Chocolate Quadcopter Flying Towards Your Face

When you think of what goes into building a flying quadcopter, materials like super-light carbon fiber come to mind—definitely not chocolate. But once again the internet proves anything is possible, since the frame of this delicious drone is actually made from white and dark chocolate. About 1,100 grams of chocolate went into its creation, using…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 5

You Can Just Roll This Sink Rack Up When Your Dishes Are Dry

It doesn’t matter how big your kitchen is, there never seems to be enough free counter space. So why would you want to sacrifice a couple of square feet to a dish drying rack, when this compact roll-up alternative turns an open sink into a place for anything to drip dry? The rolling rack is…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 5

An Ultra Minimal Keychain Born From Recycled Bike Chains

It doesn’t matter how ultra-thin your wallet is, your pant pockets will still be overflowing if you’re cramming a huge set of keys in there. But even if you move everything onto a single ring, there’s still no way your current set of keys will get as compact as the TIK keychain. Made from a…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 5

This Robot Is the Rembrandt of Painting With Light

The more traditional technique of light painting involves creating freehand designs using a point of light in front of a camera taking a long exposure photo. The results are occasionally recognizable—but most often random—and that’s part of their appeal. Jeff Crossman and Kevyn McPhail take a different approach, though, using a robot arm to create…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 5

Leatherman Made a Multi-Tool For Younger Outdoor Enthusiasts

There’s no wrong age to start teaching kids a little responsibility, but Leatherman’s new Leap, a multi-tool specifically designer for users with smaller hands, is probably best suited to youngsters who’ve already mastered a knife and fork, and certainly know not to run with scissors. Available sometime this summer for $54, Leatherman is leaving it…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 4

Bluetooth-Controlled LED Bulbs That Create Their Own Wireless Network

Coincidentally timed with Apple’s WWDC HomeKit announcement, Samsung has revealed a new line of smart LED lightbulbs that communicate with your phone, and each other, using a mesh Bluetooth network they automatically create. What does that actually mean for you? Well, for starters, the bulbs don’t have to be connected to your home’s Wi-Fi network.…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jun 4

An Augmented Reality Mirror Lets You Test Makeup Without Putting It On

Thanks to this slick augmented reality mirror, if you happen to find yourself in Sephora’s makeup store while visiting Milan, Italy, you’ll have the rare opportunity to try on almost every shade of eyeshadow the company sells, without ever putting any of it on your face. The mirror was created by a company called ModiFace,…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski Jun 4

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Sony’s A7s Could Be the New Champion of Low Light Cinematography

A 3D Printing Pen That Uses UV Light Instead of Dangerous Heat

This Clever Site Tells You If Your Favorite Bar Patio Is Sunny or Shady

An Origami Razor Uses the Power of Paper Cuts To Shave

The World’s Tallest Roller Coaster Will Tower 55 Stories Above the Earth

One of the Best Compact iOS Controllers Just Got Supersized

Shopping For a Ring Online? This Site Lets You 3D Print a Mockup

A Cocktail Glass Designed To Work In Zero Gravity

Amusing Vacuum Billboard Sucks Its Own Ad Back Into View

Folding OLED Displays Could Make a Bendy, Bright Kindle Someday

A Swivel Chair That Becomes Its Own Private Office

Dyson’s Cordless DC59: A True Replacement For a Full-Sized Vac

These Sandals Are a Nightmare If You Don’t Like Laces

You Won’t Mind This Chocolate Quadcopter Flying Towards Your Face

You Can Just Roll This Sink Rack Up When Your Dishes Are Dry

An Ultra Minimal Keychain Born From Recycled Bike Chains

This Robot Is the Rembrandt of Painting With Light

Leatherman Made a Multi-Tool For Younger Outdoor Enthusiasts

Bluetooth-Controlled LED Bulbs That Create Their Own Wireless Network

An Augmented Reality Mirror Lets You Test Makeup Without Putting It On

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