Posts Written by Lambert Varias
Transformers G1 Super Cyborg Figures
Trevor Noah vs. Hot Wings
(PG-13: Language) “No one sh*ts cool.” The Daily Show host and comedian Trevor Noah talks about biltong, his worst rollercoaster ride, the value of listening, why pooping is proof that we are all equal and more while coasting his way through Hot Ones’ spicy wings challenge.
Doctor Sleep (Trailer)
Now grown up, Dan Torrance is still haunted by that year he spent at the Overlook Hotel, and retains his psychic abilities. He meets a young girl who also has “the shining”, which makes her a target of a cult who feeds on gifted children. Ewan MacGregor stars in this adaptation of Stephen King’s sequel to The Shining.
Final Fantasy VII Remake (Gameplay)
Square Enix has shared a lot of details about Final Fantasy VII: Remake. It will be split into multiple games, the first of which drops 03/03/20. The game will feature a mix of hack-and-slash and tactical combat, and appears to expand the story of the original.
Passport Go USB Charger & Adapter
Zendure’s Passport Go is a must-have for travelers. It combines a four-port USB charger with an international adapter, so you can charge up to five devices at once from practically any outlet in the world. It has one USB-C port and three USB-A ports.
Xbox Game Pass for PC
Microsoft is bringing Xbox One and Xbox 360 games to Windows 10 computers with Xbox Game Pass for PC. Enjoy unlimited access to a growing library of games – including Forza Horizon 4 and the upcoming Gears 5 – for just $5 a month. There’s also a $15 Xbox Game Pass Ultimate that covers both PCs and the Xbox One.
Taking Risks with Poison
Great Big Story presents a compilation of short documentaries about working with poisonous food and substances. From a gardener who tends to only poisonous plants, to a pioneering group of volunteers who ate poisoned substances, these people risk their lives for science and culture.
NiteLanding Lamp
The NiteLanding lamp is a framed map of one of the world’s famous cities. It doubles as a night light, illuminating the structures with LEDs. The end result is a nighttime cityscape. Sign up on their website to be notified when its crowdfunding campaign launches.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 (Teaser)
Link will soon return to the open world of Hyrule, and it looks like Princess Zelda is coming along for the ride. During E3 2019, Nintendo teased a sequel to the mega hit action-adventure game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It’s also going to be released for the Nintendo Switch.
Why There Are Many Types of Screws
Real Engineering talks about the history of screws to explain why there are so many kinds of them these days. Initially, various screw heads arose to improve upon previous designs. However, starting in the 20th century, different heads were made to stop consumers from fiddling with products.
One:12 Collective Magneto Action Figure
Mezco Toyz’s One:12 Collective X-Men action figure features the mutant-loving Magneto in his classic purple and red costume. The figure is about 7″ tall and comes with two heads and nine hands, including two with force effects that have magnets on them.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Gameplay)
The first gameplay trailer for the action adventure game Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order shows the friends and foes you’ll meet as Jedi-in-training Cal Kestis. A lengthy gameplay video showcases Cal’s combat abilities and Force powers. The game drops 11/15/19.
Nintendo Game Boy Color Watch
We think the original Game Boy watch is the bees’ knees. But if you’re more of a ’90s kid, check out Firebox’s follow up. This officially licensed Nintendo watch is based on the blue Game Boy Color. It makes the handheld’s sounds when you press its buttons.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered
The beloved teen drama Final Fantasy is finally coming back. Final Fantasy VIII Remastered features overhauled graphics and will be released this 2019 for PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Windows via Steam. If you think the upgrade doesn’t look like much, think again.
Project TOAD Waterproof Bag
Colfax Design Works‘ Project TOAD Dry Bag is waterproof and submersible to under 3ft of water for 30 minutes, thanks to its seam sealing construction and air tight zippers. It also has a buoyancy valve that can inflate or deflate the bag. It has a 40L capacity. Available in black or camo.
ZigZag Cowboy Knife
It may have been made by IronMan Forge, but the ZigZag Cowboy is definitely worthy of the god of thunder. This hunting knife features a unique lightning bolt construction, made doubly attractive by its damascus patterns. It’s on sale at Touch of Modern until 6/13/19 only.
Brilliant Fictional Movie Cars
For its list of the 10 best movie cars, Drivetribe chose only cars that were either custom-made from the ground up or ones so heavily modified that they’re practically new models. So you won’t find the DeLorean or the Ecto-1 here, making it a more esoteric roundup.
In2Chess Smart Chess Set
In2Chess is an electronic chess set for newbies and experts alike. Its board is backed with LEDs that can guide one or both players regarding permitted moves, as well as the best move for a given situation. It also offers online multiplayer with other In2Chess owners or via a web app.
Casio G-SHOCK GMWB5000
The Casio G-SHOCK GMWB5000 combines the classic G-Shock square design with smart functionality. It can connect to its mobile app via Bluetooth to automatically set up to two time zones, reminders and more. It comes in a variety of colorways and strap materials.
Shoespace Shoe Organizers
If you have lots of shoes, you know that storing them can be a hassle and take up lots of space in your home. Shoespace takes care of that problem by providing a compact and stackable storage system. Its height is adjustable to accommodate high tops and boots.
Halo Infinite (Trailer)
“We lost.” Master Chief reawakens to a world in the middle of a massive war, following the events of Halo 5: Guardians. Halo Infinite will launch holiday 2020 on Windows 10, Xbox One, and the next-gen Xbox Series X console.
Cyberpunk 2077 (Trailer 2)
(PG-13: Language, Gore) A heist goes horribly wrong for the lead character of Cyberpunk 2077 in the game’s latest cinematic trailer. But hope is not lost, not when Keanu freakin’ Reeves is on your side. The game comes out in September 2020.