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Non-Split-Flap Clock Does It With Fewer Flaps

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A 3D-printed clock that uses flaps for the digits that get rotated.

As cool as split-flap clocks and displays are, they do have a few disadvantages. The mechanism sticks out on the side, and the whole thing relies on gravity. Some people …read more Continue reading Non-Split-Flap Clock Does It With Fewer Flaps→

Posted in 3D Printing, clock, clock hacks, not a split-flap display, split-flap display, stepper motor

BlueBerry Is a Smartphone-Agnostic Keyboard Firmware

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A Google Pixel 7 with a detachable Bluetooth keyboard.

If you’re anything like us, you really, really miss having a physical keyboard on your phone. Well, cry no more, because [Joe LiTrenta] has made it possible for any modern …read more Continue reading BlueBerry Is a Smartphone-Agnostic Keyboard Firmware→

Posted in bluetooth keyboard, Keyboard, peripherals hacks, phone keyboard, ZMK | Tagged Bluetooth

AI-Created Coffee Blend Isn’t Terrible

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Kristina Panos
Kaffa Roastery founder Svante Hampf shows a bag of their AI-conic coffee blend.

Weren’t we just talking about coffee-based sacrilege the other day? Here’s something to make the single-origin bean snobs chew their espresso cups: an artisan roastery in Helsinki is offering a …read more Continue reading AI-Created Coffee Blend Isn’t Terrible→

Posted in Artificial Intelligence, chemistry hacks, coffee, coffee beans, coffee blend

Split-Flap Clock Uses Magnets Everywhere

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A DIY split-flap clock in red, black, and white.

While split-flap alarm clocks once adorned heavy wood nightstands in strong numbers, today the displays are most commonly found in train stations and airports. Hey, at least they’re still around, …read more Continue reading Split-Flap Clock Uses Magnets Everywhere→

Posted in Arduino Hacks, arduino nano, clock, clock hacks, hall effect sensor, magnets, split-flap display, stepper motor

DIY Keyboard Can Handle Up To Three Host Devices

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A Planck-inspired 40% ortholinear keyboard.

Here’s a story that may be familiar: [der-b] is a Linux developer who is forced two carry two laptops — one for work with unavoidable work stuff on it, and …read more Continue reading DIY Keyboard Can Handle Up To Three Host Devices→

Posted in atmega32u4, peripherals hacks, planck, Planck keyboard, QMK

Introducing the Swiss Army… Tool?

Posted on May 9, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A pile of red Swiss Army knives, probably collected by TSA.

You’ve probably used one for everything from opening packages to stripping wires in a pinch (because you know better than to use your teeth). We’re talking about the blade of …read more Continue reading Introducing the Swiss Army… Tool?→

Posted in multitool, News, swiss army knife, tool hacks | Tagged Multitools

Much Faster Cold Brew Through Cavitation

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Kristina Panos

Some coffee snobs might call this sacrilege. Cold brew is supposed to take a long time — that’s part of how it gets its characteristic smoothness. But a group of …read more Continue reading Much Faster Cold Brew Through Cavitation→

Posted in coffee, cold brew, cold brew coffee, cooking hacks, transducer, ultrasonic

MIDI Bookmark Marks the Spot Where Work and Play Intersect

Posted on May 6, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A capacitive touch MIDI instrument that doubles as a bookmark.

Have you ever wanted to take a break from reading or studying to just rock out for a few blissful minutes? If you’re anything like us, you like to rock …read more Continue reading MIDI Bookmark Marks the Spot Where Work and Play Intersect→

Posted in bookmark, capacitive touch, ESP32, Microcontrollers, midi, musical hacks

Hive Monitor Is the Bee’s Knees

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A beehive sits on bricks with an outdoor-rated box full of electronics to monitor the hive.

Beekeeping is quite the rewarding hobby. There’s delicious honey and useful wax to be had, plus you get the honor of knowing that you’re helping to keep the bee population …read more Continue reading Hive Monitor Is the Bee’s Knees→

Posted in bee hive, beehive, Bees, ESP32, hive monitoring, Microcontrollers, strain gauge

Follow the Red Ball Wobble Disk Roaster to Coffee Excellence

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Kristina Panos
A DIY coffee roaster with part callouts.

If you’ve never considered roasting your own coffee at home, you may be surprised to learn that it can be done in a few minutes with a regular popcorn popper …read more Continue reading Follow the Red Ball Wobble Disk Roaster to Coffee Excellence→

Posted in coffee roaster, cooking hacks, wobble disk, wobble disk roaster

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