Posted by admin on Jun 11, 2011 in
geekery,
lists 
The mere fact that web comics exist imbues them with a slight sense of geekiness, the fact that you can get your daily comic hit online is almost absurd with someone who grew up in the era of weekly strips and mags, and I still remember Bunty with a certain nostalgia. There are a lot of really intelligent and funny web comics out there, and these are a few of my favourites for you to enjoy. They all have their own brand of geekiness, from the web comics that revolve around computer hackers and their exploits to those that mock the latest gadgets, from iPhones to E3 escapades.
Heidi, Geek Girl Detective
This comic has been going for a number of years and stars Heidi, a web expert with a complex past and a fondness for khaki colours. She uses her computer skills to solve crimes and her adventures tend to involve a lot of processing and downloading, with the odd break in. She’s smart, sassy and sarcastic and you’ll love the dry humour and the way all her hacker friends have pseudonyms, e.g., Fruit Cup Boy. I also love how you’ll actually learn about tech whilst reading it, as the author doesn’t shy away from descriptions of web proxies etc in the text,
(pictured above).
Check out Heidi, Geek Girl Detective here.
Diesel Sweeties
This is an amusing pixelated comic that originated in the year 2000. It’s written by Richard Stevens the Third (I know, eye roll) and is highly entertaining. It revolves around the awkward relationship between Maura and Clango (an ex porn star and a robot) with a cast of interesting characters, from morose indie boys to goth kids and the dynamic and the one liners are always spot on. It takes a while to get used to the graphical style, but once you’ve stopped squinting you’ll really enjoy it.
Read Diesel Sweeties here. Read more…
Tags: Ctrl Alt Delete, Geek comics, Questionable Content, The Oatmeal, web comics
Posted by admin on Jun 8, 2011 in
beauty,
geekery 
When I was younger I thought that Comic Sans was the coolest thing since Cheesestrings created a ‘Twisted’ variety’ and used it happily on all my school homework and embarrasing short stories (cringe). I’ve now moved on to more mature fonts, with Arial battling it out with Times New Roman, plus a secret penchant for Calibri. I’m not the only person who gets rather excited about fonts, as Atipo (a Spanish design collective) have created a series called Fontface which illustrates classic fonts using models and makeups. Their collection comprises of four iconic fonts from Helvetica Bold to Caslon Italic, and it looks very striking. Each face was created paistakingly and took a number of hours to perfect- with the final look visually gripping.
I’d like to see them expand this series- how about recreating some more modern day iconic fonts for us to enjoy?
Learn more about Atipo here.
[via BellaSugar]
Tags: Atipo, Fontface
Posted by admin on May 15, 2011 in
geekery,
lists,
technology Headphones are great things. They let you listen to Lady GaGa/ Britney/ Rebbecca Black (well, somebody must..) without anyone hearing you and judging you. They’ve moved beyond functional items (and a great way to make lessons more interesting) to stylish high end accessories, and are available in all sorts of styles and colours. Whether you’re an audiophile looking for a great frequency range, or a 5 year old wanting sound protection there’s something for you.. and then there are the following. Here are ten weird headphones created purely for the fact that people take a step back when they see them. Know any good ones not on the list? Leave a comment below and I’ll add it in with a credit.
Vesta Life headphones
These beautiful headphones add a certain artistry to a T-shirt, being both functional and decorative simultaneously. I love the zip style collar and they come in a variety of designs, without compromising on sound quality. Can’t find them online, but they should be available here eventually.
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Stethescope Headphones
The popularity of Scrubs and ER has shown us that everyone loves a doctor (and George Clooney), so why not listen to your tunes, stethoscope style? Designed by Anterpo Design Industry, the headphones include a mic and remote and let you listen to tunes, and make and receive calls. No prescription pad included.
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EarMuff headphones
Stay snug from the elements and listen to Disney/ Ben Folds Five on the sly. Available in multiple colours, from neutral shades to baby pink, you can get these from Strapaya World.
Transformers Takara Headphones
The Ultimate in fan chic, these cool looking headphones actually morph into soundbuds you can hook into your ears. You get the options of Rumble or Frenzy! Love the fact you can play with them, but sound quality is below par. Still, with these in your lugs- who cares?
$119.99 from Amazon Read more…
Tags: jersey shore headphone, kitten headphones, strange headphones, vesta life, weird headphones
Posted by admin on May 6, 2011 in
geekery,
random 
I love it when people are creative and there’s something about this cool superhero font that really makes me smile. Created by artist Fabian Gonzalez, the cool font captures 26 famous superheroes in style, delineating each character with cleverly drawn symbols. The subtlety of this font is what really attracts me, as it requires thought to work out each superhero, and though some are obvious ( S for Superman, Z for Zorro) others require more work. Want to know who they all are? Answers after the jump! Read more…
Tags: Fabian Gonzalez, superhero font
Posted by admin on Apr 22, 2011 in
books,
geekery,
technology
I’m a lover of all things booky, and think this book/iPhone dock is amazing. It’s a fully functional dock that has been installed into a real life book, and there are a variety of books to choose from. Current ones on offer include classics such as Huckleberry Finn, Jane Eyre and Little Women as well as authors like Tom Clancy and Joseph Conrad. The books used are gorgeous, with thick spines and glossy covers with embossed lettering. The charging cord has been secured into the book, which has then been sealed shut (sigh) and is a very cool way of docking your iPhone or iPod. Necessary? Definitely not, but very desirable all the same. Read more…
Tags: book ipod dock, Inbook Etsy
Posted by admin on Apr 4, 2011 in
geekery 
I love my laptop. Sure, I spend half my time swearing at it, as random beeps emit and the screen scarily goes blank; but when all is said and done it is my beloved friend, my portal to the web and my entry into the endless blogs that drip away my time with their sweet musings, lomo-like photos and sarcastic outpourings. I’d be lost without it, as no matter how great my iPhone/ Xperia Mini are, the full screen browsing experience can’t be replicated. Why not shower your laptop with some love- doesn’t it deserve some accessories?
I stumbled across Computer Jewelry* the other day, and I’m a big fan. Basically, they’re pieces of polished alloy, designed to stick via an adhesive pad to your computer. Whether you opt for a clock on the side, or a bucket spilling water over the screen (the ultimate IRL horror), there’s probably something you’ll like.
Read more…
Tags: computer jewellery, Design 3000
Posted by admin on Feb 21, 2011 in
geekery,
lists,
technology 
We all know that password security is important- you only have to read the Daily Mail/ Gizmodo to know that hackers are rife, and all keen to get their greedy geeky hands on your hard earned cash. A lot of research has been done on what passwords are repeatedly used- even though people should know better. To up the security ante many companies have created pretty looking infographics to stress the importance of good security online. Here are a couple of my favourites for you to enjoy.
Code Breaking Graphic
I love how this divides up passwords into groups- and just what they suggest the likes of teens, douches and geeks might use. Love how they’ve decided that a ‘princess’ password is from a douche, whilst it’s acceptable for a teen to opt for ‘ihatemylife’. Maybe it’s an American thing? Read more…
Tags: common passwords, hack passwords, password security
