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Clear History (Trailer)

Clear History (Trailer)

(NSFW) Larry David co-invents an electric car which ends up being a huge hit – only after he sells his stock. Stars Jon Hamm, Kate Hudson, Amy Ryan, Bill Hader, Danny McBride, Michael Keaton and J.B. Smoove. Out 8/10/13 on HBO.

Wind-Powered Kinetic Sculptures

Wind-Powered Kinetic Sculptures

Sculptor Anthony Howe made a series of hypnotizing kinetic sculptures. They’re made so that even a slight breeze would make them move and reveal their true form. They’re like alien beacons of peace. More on YouTube.

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Top Secret Drum Corps

Top Secret Drum Corps

Turns out precision and versatility aren’t just for Swiss Army knives. The Top Secret Drum Corps out of the historical drumming city of Basel, Switzerland put on an astounding show at the 2012 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Predator X

Predator X

BBC Earth shows us the ridiculously massive Pliosaurus funkei – also known as “Predator X” using computer simulation. The killer, sea-dwelling creature was said to have had a bite four times more powerful than mighty T. Rex.

TNGHT: Goooo

TNGHT: Goooo

This one nearly got lost in our queue. Good thing we listened to it for the millionth time. A thumping track from DJ collab TNGHT. Clear your surroundings, plug in your best speakers and prepare to lose your mind. OOOOHHH!

The Walking Dead: 400 Days

The Walking Dead: 400 Days

To tide us over until season two of Telltale’s stellar Walking Dead adventure game, we’re getting this new DLC, with five new stories of survivors told in one episode. Coming to XBLA, PS3, PSVita, PC/Mac and iOS. FAQ here.

World War G

World War G

(NSFW: Language) Funny or Die presents: a movie “based on a conservative fever dream.” The hordes of the LGBT community are coming out… for equality and fair treatment. The revolution will be fabulous.

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Pixar in Chart Form

Pixar in Chart Form

The guys at Vulture took several of Pixar’s most popular franchises, removed all of the good parts (animation, art, characters, story), and turned them into informative infographics which belong in some executive’s PowerPoint deck.

XCOM Declassified (Gameplay)

XCOM Declassified (Gameplay)

The Bureau: XCOM Declassified shows off its hybrid take on the tactical battles of its predecessor. You’ll need to give move and action orders to your troops in real-time like in Mass Effect. Think fast, commander.

Too Much Rock

Too Much Rock

(Gross) Seriously don’t watch this if you’re eating. YouTuber maipenlaikap’s friend was rocking out on his acoustic guitar. His body was telling him that it wasn’t ready for his level of passion. He soldiered on regardless.

Tile Bluetooth Tracker

Tile Bluetooth Tracker

A tiny Bluetooth tracker with a unique feature. If your Tile-tagged item goes out of range of your iOS device, mark it as missing and your Tile will reach out to any nearby iOS device that has the Tile app. Its location will then be sent to you.

Chain of Beads

Chain of Beads

A mind-blowing science experiment in which a beaker filled with a 50-meter-long string of metal beads wriggle their way out on their own. Stick around long enough, and you might learn something about Newtonian physics.

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Mitchiri-Neko Marching Band

Mitchiri-Neko Marching Band

Staying home this Friday night? Why not unwind and zone out with this adorably weird animation. It’s the music video for Mitchiri-Neko Marching Band, a song from the popular Japanese comics Mitchiri-Neko.

NBA Bad Lip Read

NBA Bad Lip Read

(NSFW: Language) YouTuber itsreal85 makes its own hilarious NBA editions of bad lip reads. Though we have to admit, this montage has a lots of playoff scenes that are great on their own. The Joakim Noah clip is priceless.

Ziphius Aquatic Drone

Ziphius Aquatic Drone

Ziphius is an aquatic drone that is controlled with an Android or iOS device. It can swim up to 6mph for up to 1 hour per charge. It can send live video from its 720p camera to a mobile device up to 300ft. away.

This is 200 Calories

This is 200 Calories

200 Calorie portions of foods. ASAPScience made a crucial mistake though. The definition they gave in the video is for the calorie, which is 1/1,000th of a Calorie – note the capital ‘C’. 200 Calories is equal to 200,000 calories.

Freeloader Child Carrier

Freeloader Child Carrier

The Freeloader is a compact and portable child carrier. It has a foldable hinge that can support kids up to 80lbs., an F1-inspired safety harness and comfortable straps similar to those found in hiking backpacks.

SOTRW: Stratospheric

SOTRW: Stratospheric

We thought this was pretty great, but then we saw Todd Edwards’ spectacular homage to 80’s movies and music in Story of the Running Wolf’s latest video. Limahl, Laura Branigan and A-Ha would be so proud. (Thanks Ben!)

Asura Playing Cards

Asura Playing Cards
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The mythical Chinese and Hindu origin of the war between the Gods and the Asuras is beautifully portrayed in this 2500-deck limited edition design of Bicycle playing cards from Card Experiment. Uncut sheets here.

Prince Avalanche (Trailer)

Prince Avalanche (Trailer)

An indie bromance comedy, Prince Avalanche is about two road workers painting traffic lines on a desolate countryside. Based on the Icelandic film Either Way. Starring Emile Hirsch, Paul Rudd and Paul Rudd’s majestic mustache.

NIke KD VI

NIke KD VI
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For his latest signature shoe, Kevin Durant opted for a low-cut form that bolsters quickness and lateral movement, providing traction and impact protection. We’re not sure if Sonics fans would love this colorway though. Video here.

Rory vs. the Robot

Rory vs. the Robot

Rory McIlroy goes up against Jeff, aka the Golf Laboratory Computer Controlled Hitting Machine. Jeff’s mind games are on par with McIlroy’s golf skills. If he commentated on golf tourneys their ratings would skyrocket.

Master of Jump Rope

Master of Jump Rope

A spectacular show of athleticism and coordination from YouTuber Gumchan79793 and his high-speed jump rope antics. We just love that “swoosh” noise it makes when he hits his stride. More swooshing here. (Thanks Grigoris!)

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