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The Piper Command Center is a gaming controller your child can build and program

NEWS – Earlier this week, Piper launched a new DIY game controller kit called the Piper Command Center. The Piper Command Center is a build-it-yourself video game controller kit for kids ages 13 and up that teaches them how to build their own game controller.

The kit comes with everything you need for assembly and is powered by an Arduino micro which is compatible with Raspberry Pi just like the Piper Computer Kit. Once it’s assembled, kids can use the game controller with their favorite desktop games on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

The Piper Command Center kit teaches important STEM skills and allows kids to apply their understanding of electronic components into the realm of gaming and other real-life applications.

The kit is priced at $49.99 and is available now from Piper.

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The Piper Command Center is a gaming controller your child can build and program originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 25, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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Playdate is a game system with a b&w screen and a crank. Shut up and take my money!

NEWS – Do I consider myself a gamer? Heck no! The most exciting gaming that I’ve done lately has been a rousing game of Words With Friends on my phone. #Sad. That doesn’t mean that I can’t appreciate when something new and interesting comes along and the Playdate certainly looks interesting.

Playdate is a handheld gaming system from Panic, a company who has been making macOS and iOS software for 20 years. The device features a hi-resolution 400 x 270 pixel 2.7-inch black and white display, a traditional D-pad controller, and a crank. Yes, a crank! The crank is an analog controller that looks wonky as heck but that’s what makes the Playdate interesting. How the heck will it work and what will the games be like?

It looks cool as heck and I want one right now! But unfortunately, Playdate isn’t available yet. We won’t be able to get our hands on one until 2020. ARGH! But when it is available, it will set you back $149 and you’ll receive a new game for it at no extra charge each week for 12 weeks. Want to know more? Head over to the play.date site and sign up to be notified when the device is available

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Playdate is a game system with a b&w screen and a crank. Shut up and take my money! originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 24, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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Why Is Huawei Under Fire?

Have you noticed that Huawei has been under fire recently? We discussed previously how Huawei has gone from a respected technology giant to a banned service within the US. What caused all this, and what has happened so far? Why Huawei Is Under Scrutiny The main issue that countries have with Huawei right now is that the company has very close ties to the Chinese government. Huawei was vying to become the world’s best supplier of 5G, but many countries feared that by adopting Huawei’s plans they would be allowing them to spy on data transfers and report the details back to the Chinese… Read more

Electric Blackhead Extractor is gross but handy

NEWS – Where was this when I was a teenager? Actually- I still need this now!

Maswater’s electric blackhead extractor is essentially a safe way to clear your facial pores by removing gunky blackheads through the power of suction. Even those without prominent blackheads can benefit from the use of this product; however, because it also increases blood circulation, tightens up loose skin, reduces wrinkles, shrinks pores, and makes your skin smoother.

The electric blackhead extractor comes with 5 different changeable tips or “probes” that all aid in achieving different effects.

  • The oval mouth probe is to be used on the lips, corners of eyes, nose, or neck. It smoothes out fine lines and reduces wrinkles.
  • The small probe is to be used in all the same places, and it’s main purpose is to remove blackheads.
  • The big probe should be used around the eyes, and specializes in skin tightening.
  • The large round hole head (biggest) should NOT be used around the eyes, mouth, or neck and it increases sweat gland secretion which eliminates bodily toxins.
  • The cold ball probe can be used anywhere on the face, and should probably be used last. It relieves swelling and fatigue feelings and acts as a facial lifter.

This tool works on all skin types, and offers 5 progressive intensity levels of sucking. Those of us with sensitive skin should start on level one, and holding this product in the same spot for more than 3 seconds can cause bruising or redness. Total usage shouldn’t be over 5 minutes, and it should only be used once or twice a week. Slight redness or bruising is normal after the first couple uses.

For best results, remove makeup and open up your pores using a hot washcloth on your face before use. Apply a face-mask after to shrink your pores back down.

It takes about 1.5 hours to fully charge via USB, and the charge lasts about 3 continuous hours. It’s small enough for travel, so you can even take it on the go!

This product ships at about 4 ounces. It’s about 7.5 inches long and 2 inches wide.

Get yours on Amazon for $21.97 now, and enjoy free one day shipping through Amazon Prime.

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Electric Blackhead Extractor is gross but handy originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 23, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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WaterField’s new Tech Rolltop Backpack expands when you need it to and doesn’t when you don’t

NEWS – The new Tech Rolltop Backpack from WaterField Designs combines good looks with functionality. This backpack is available in two sizes and three colors. It comes in a blue or brown waxed canvas for a casual look or black ballistic nylon for a more professional look.

Besides the expandable main compartment, the Tech Rolltop Backpack offers a lot of extra storage options on the outside of the bag including two large water bottle pockets on the sides, a zippered pocket for chunkier items like power bricks, a magnetic closure pocket for smaller items like your phone, passport, earbuds, etc., and a zippered padded pocket next to your back for your laptop. Inside is another pocket for a larger laptop.

The Tech Rolltop Backpack is priced at $229 for the compact size and $249 for the larger size. They are both available now from sfbags.com

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WaterField’s new Tech Rolltop Backpack expands when you need it to and doesn’t when you don’t originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 23, 2019 at 8:24 am.

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