To help you get amped for the new Star Trek movie, check out these sci-fi-inspired items that seem like they belong on another universe, but actually exist on Earth. These creations make the best use of the latest technology to bring these otherworldly creations closer to home.
Although technology is not yet at a Jetsons-like future where each household has a flying vehicle, new developments in technology are certainly bringing society closer every day. These spacey items include holographs, hovercrafts and flying cars inspired by the otherworldly designs from classic sci-fi films. Gadgets like Starship-inspired cars and real-life weapons recreated from sci-fi TV series will surely have you geeking out just before the 2013 release of Star Trek Into Darkness.
70 Real-Life Sci-Fi Creations
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Triple-Threat Exercise Bikes
The 3TO1 Sports Device Has the Training Capacity of Three Machines
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Cutting-Edge Transforming Subcompacts
The MONO EV Evolves Automatically to Meet Street Conditions
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Real Life Sci-Fi Weapons
DIY Star Trek Phaser is Real and Really Dangerous
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Iconic Movie Memory Drives
Dave Delisle’s Tron Flash Drives Look Like Gadgets Out of the Mov
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Air-Cutting Concept Cars
The F-Whale by Gary Gu has a Wind-Slicing Streamlined Body
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Geeky Home Theaters
Stargate-Themed Movie Rooms Will Amp Up Your Movie Experience
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Enterprising Sci-Fi Man Caves
This Star Trek Room Boldly Goes Where No Apartment Has Gone Before
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Futuristic Furling Tablets
The Future of Mobile Technology Imagines an Infinitely Adaptable Device
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Modular Pod Cars
The Citi Transmitter Uses Special Attachments to Effortlessly Change Its Shape
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Holographic Mobiles
The Black Hole Concept Phone for 2020 Has a Levitating Mouse Ball
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Amphibious All-Terrain Autos
Volkswagen Aqua Will Cope with the Changing Chinese Landscape
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3D Holographic TVs
Innovision Labs' HoloAd Diamond Ushers in a New Era of Entertainment
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UV-Light Thread Installations
Korean Artist Jeongmoon Choi Plays with Perception and Illusion
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Exoskeleton Vehicles
The Human-Powered Audi Exo Concept by Andrea Mocellin
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Hologram-Hiding Furnishings
The Studio Swine Prism Cabinet Contains an Art Installation
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Personal UFOs
Moller M200G Hovercraft to Begin Production
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Conjoined Spaceship Concepts
The XLDron M Gravity is Designed for Casual Cosmonauts
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Flying Hovercrafts
Rudy Heeman Builds World's First Airborne Boat
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Helicopter-Inspired Concept Cars
The Lamborghini Egoista Boasts an Aggressive Single-Seater Design
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Compact Commuter Cars
The Agile Eel Electric Vehicle Can Meander in and Out of Traffic
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Geekchitecture
Tony Alleyne's Star Trek Home Is Entirely Voyager Themed
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Experiential Auto Installations
The Audi Spheres Project Offers an Interactive Hi-Tech Experience
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Versatile Aquatic Vehicles
The Hammacher Schlemmer 'Flying Hovercraft' is for Air and Water
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Levitating Magnet Automobiles
The Nissan 400C Floats Like a Cloud (or a Hovercraft)
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Futuristic Road Patrol Cars
The SHARC Concept Car is Nible, Quick and Equipped with Emergency Aid
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Zorb-Like Transport Pods
The T-Velo Concept Car Rolls on Massive Wheels and Spins 360 Degrees
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Neomind Brainwave Visor
Pretend You Live in Space
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Wearable Air Texting Gloves
The Airwriting Texting Device Lets Users Write Without a Surface
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Boat Fueled by Human Fat
Earthrace
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Zorb-Like Urban Trikes
The Bemoove Tricycle is an Agile City Vehicle with a 360-Degree View
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Reconfigurable Compact Cars
The TET City Car Adapts to Serve a Variety of Very Different Purposes
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Holographic Wrist Phones
Keep an Eye on Your Social Life with the Dew Wearable Cellphone
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Flying Hovercraft Auctions (UPDATE)
Rudy Heeman Puts Invention Up for Sale
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Floating Concept Cars
The Volkswagen Aqua Curvy Hovercraft is an All-Pupose Vehicle
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Transparent-Topped Autos
The Honda Puyo Concept Car Offers an Uninterrupted Outdoor View
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Compact Personal Planes
The Air-Elf Anticipates Jetsons-Style Urban Transportation for Two
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Laser-Powered Travel
Light Beam Propulsion for Aerospace and Aircraft
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Shape-Shifting Concept Cars
The Paraton-e is Designed for a Futuristic Morning Commute
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Hybrid Flying Cars
Terrafugia May Soon Have the First Street Legal Air-Born Electric Vehicles
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Lounge Chair Concept Cars
The P.F.U.V. Concept Car Folds to Save Space
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Motorcycle-Inspired Automobiles
The Toyota i-Road Offers the Maneuverability Without the Exposure
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Holographic Cranium Scanners
The Abnormal Psych Test Examines the Brain in an Innovative Way
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Streamlined Family Sports Cars
Dolphin Concept Car Has a Surprising Amount of Space for the Kids
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Sci-Fi Automation Systems
The Star Trek-Like Home Computer is the Ultimate Fan Creation
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Light-Transmitting Wi-Fi Hubs
The Beamcaster by RiT Wireless is Fast and Flexible
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360-Degree Panoramic Cameras
The Omnidirectional Camera Takes Spherical Shots
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Laser-Made 3D Holograms
Japanese Developers Show off Their True 3D Hologram System
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Super-Efficient Solar Cells
Physicist Harry Atwater is Designing Advanced Eco-Technology
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Star Trek-Inspired Vessels
The USS Enterprise Replica is a Dream Come True for Trekkies
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Geeky Museum Eateries
The CW Restaraunt in South Korea is a Geek Paradise to Get a Meal
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Matrix-Like Trompe L'oeils
American Artist Damien Gilley Creates Mind-Boggling Illusory Blueprints
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Futuristic Hovercraft Cars
Dobbertin HydroCar is an Evolutionary Automobile
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Single-Seat Sail Cars
The Solo Concept Car Gets 100 mpg and Can be Assembled On-Site
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Automatic Flying Automobiles
Terrafugia TF-X is an Innovative Airborne Vehicle That Goes 200mph
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Personal Hovercrafts
The Air Board is like Skateboarding, But on Air
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Sci-Fi Compact Cars
The Honda Micro-Commuter City Car is Future and Technology-Friendly
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Futuristically Revived Automobiles
The Buick Riviera Concept Tries to Revamp the Outdated Sedan
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Futuristic Hovercraft Skateboards
Glide Through the Streets with the Hands-Free Hovertrax Ride
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Custom Luminescent Sports Cars
The Hot Wheels Camaro is the World's First Glow-in-the-Dark Camaro
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Star Trek-Themed Theaters
The Evergreen Ultimate Theater is Impressively Geeky
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Conceptual Gamer Racercars
The Gran Turismo E-Motion is Designed for Sony Superfans
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Fierce Futuristic Hovercrafts
The Mercier-Jones Hovercraft is a Speedboat-Inspired Machine
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Custom Star Trek Replica Chairs
Galactic Supreme Commander Throne
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At-Home Holographic Plates
The ZScape by Zebra Imaging Brings Ideas to Life
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Functionally Flying Concept Cars
Hyundai Unveiled a Flying Concept Car to Hover Over Traffic
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Fluid-Absorbing Hoovers
The SpotVac Sucks Liquid Messes Up From Underneath Your Carpet
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Surreal 3D Fetal Prints
The 3D Holographic Ultrasound Prints Give Mothers a New Fetal Perspective
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Flying Droid Songs
The Robot Quadrotors Perform James Bond With No Conductor
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Ocular Audio Accessories
The Sony EYEDIO Projects to a Narrow Area for Directional Sound Emission
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Record-Breaking Electric Rockets
The Venturi VBB-3 Aims to Smash the EV Land Speed Record
Related Ideas
Constricted Sound Systems
The Bang & Olufsen A4 Speakers Emit Music Only for the Listener
USB-Embedded Bracelets
Vilnvixn Intelligent Accessories Ensure That Data Storage is Always Handy
F1 Eco Vehicles
The Poursuivreve is a Fast Design with an Environmentally Friendly Flair
Super Sleek Wireless Headsets
The Telepathy One Enables Efficient Communication at a Distance
Electricity-Powered Subcompacts
The Future Personal Transportation System Encourages Eco Commuting
Bicycle-Friendly Café Seating
Rathaus Café's Patio Seating Does Not Require Chairs
Disposable Data Stashers
GIGS-2-GO Flash Drives Employ Convenient "Tear and Share" Technology
Nimble Capsular Concept Cars
Two Gyro Electric Vehicle Can Weave About Urban and Rural Obstacles
Child Imagined Car Concepts
This Creative Car Design by a Four Year Old Was Actualized by BMW
Smartphone-Synced Locks
The Kwikset Kevo System Requires No Key to Enable Your Entry
Wheelchair-Friendly Coupes
This Car for the Handicapped Accommodates Drivers with Disabilities
Insectile Green Speedsters
The Exploder II Appeases Eco-Conscious and Race-Ready Drivers Alike
Geeky Nuptial Bands
VaLaJewelry's Geek Wedding Rings Woo the Nerdiest Fingers in the Land
Firearm Flash Drives
The Handgun USB Drive is Dangerously Fun and Functional
Transforming Tail Vehicles
The Laminar 3 Concept Car Conforms to Changing Driving Conditions
Portable Audio Amps
The B&O Play Automotive is a Clever Investment in Versatility
Utilitarian Sound Systems
The Soyuz Speaker Features No Glossy Case and Was Made to Be Carried
Sleek Suspended Sound Systems
The 'Drop the Beat' AirPlay Speakers Were Inspired by Natural Shapes
Compact Commuter Cars
The Agile Eel Electric Vehicle Can Meander in and Out of Traffic
Highlighter Tape Installations
Megan Geckler Flagging Tape Art is Exquisite
Jewel-Cut Concept Cars
The EXO NURBS Vehicle Revisits Dymaxion Design for Superior Strength
Dreamy Train Station Sculptures
Cloud I Meteoros Brings a Bit of Whimsy to St Pancras in London
Winding Wind-Cutting Cars
This Ferrari Concept Car is Built for Track Racing
Futuristic Gas Stations
The McDonalds and Fuel Station by Giorgi Khmaladze is Incredibly Slick
Futuristic Road Patrol Cars
The SHARC Concept Car is Nible, Quick and Equipped with Emergency Aid
Zorb-Like Urban Trikes
The Bemoove Tricycle is an Agile City Vehicle with a 360-Degree View
Wallet Slot Sound Systems
The Same Size as a VISA, the Card Speaker is the Ultimate in Portability
Innovative Audio Colonies
The Whooom Sound System Lets You Share the Same Beats Amongst Buddies
Reconfigurable Compact Cars
The TET City Car Adapts to Serve a Variety of Very Different Purposes
Astounding Adhesive Murals
Sun K. Kwak Creates Intricate Masking Tape Design Installations
Innovative Reorienting EVs
The MONO Electric Vehicle Would Improve the State of Urban Traffic
Many-Gripped Gadget Covers
The Equan Group iPad Case Provides Plenty of Handles for Easy Grasping
Wireless Arm Band Controllers
Thalmic Labs' MYO Device is the Next Step in Gesture-Controlled Tech
Shape-Shifting Concept Cars
The Paraton-e is Designed for a Futuristic Morning Commute
Historical Supercar Sales
The One-Off Lamborghini Pregunta is Up for Sale
Cinema-Inspired Flash Drives
Dave Delisle's Ghostbuster Ghost Trap USB Will Capture Your Files
Cold War Sportscar Revivals
The Polish-Built Syrena Sport is Being Brought Back to Life
Motorcycle-Inspired Automobiles
The Toyota i-Road Offers the Maneuverability Without the Exposure
Open-Air Subcompacts
The Renault Sunny Concept Car Bridges the Gap Between Biking and Driving
Expandable Compact Amps
The PumpItUp Speaker Conserves Space But Delivers Great Sound
Fruity Flash Drives
This Banana USB Stick Features a Scrumptiously Fun Design
Contemporary Chinese Eco Cars
The GAC E-Jet Combines Stylishly Sustainable Features
360-Degree Peepholes
The PEEP Rotating Door Contraption Has Every Blindspot in Its Scope
Hi-Tech Kitchen Companions
The Smart Tools Bluetooth Speaker Serves Up Recipes on Your iPad
Streamlined Family Sports Cars
Dolphin Concept Car Has a Surprising Amount of Space for the Kids
Immersive Cloud Installations
This Fujiko Nakaya Art Project Seemingly Takes People into the Sky
Minimalist Wall-Mounted Amps
The Muji Bluetooth Speaker is Activated with a Simple Tug of its Cord
Social Media Department Stores
Upside is a Market Where You Can Experience the Web in Real Time
Geeky Military Sneakers
Supreme and Vans Created Sneaker Extension to COMME des GARCONS Collection
Globe-Wheeled Vehicles
The R1 Concept Car Comes as a Cutting-Edge Planet-Friendly Package
Tiny Tourist Autos
The AA ewind is Intended to Take Out-of-Towners Around the City
Molecular Model Lights
The Dodeck Lamp Beams Beyond a Crystal Made from Eco-Friendly Material
Sci-Fi Window Blinds
Direct Blinds is Creating Better Sun-Shielding Options for Nerds
Crafty Cardboard Skateboards
The Z-Boys by Dominic Owen Pays Tribute to the Legendary Group
Pre-Internet Work Diversions
Vintage Social Networking Drawing Points Out the Precursor to YouTube
Sci-Fi Spaceship Art
These Star Trek Space Paintings by Jeff Foster are Far Out
Pencil-Sharpening Thumbdrives
Verico Penpal Stashes Virtual Documents and Hones Writing Utensils
Collapsable Solar Power Lanterns
These Lighting Devices Easily Inflates to Provide Illumination
Modernized Shape Matching Games
Tiggly Shapes Lets Kids Match Physical Shapes to Virtual Ones
Aircraft-Inspired Crematoria
Vermilion Sands is a Futuristic Launch Pad for the Recently Deceased
Super-Sonic Space Tours
The SXT-A Iron Is a Concept Plane That Will Make Record Time for Tavel
Small Cylindrical Sound Systems
Saxound Wireless Speaker is the Packed Tin Can of Audio Equipment
Customizable Booze Openers
The Merica Made Bottle Opener can be Creatively Tweaked
Electric Parisian Penthouses
Mathieu Lehanneur's ArchitectureUses Electrical Cables
Fairytale-Inspired Restaurants
Warownia is a Jagged and Surreal Interior by Karina Wiciak
Geeky Museum Eateries
The CW Restaraunt in South Korea is a Geek Paradise to Get a Meal
Grid-Based Restaurant Guides
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Guide to L.A.: Favorite Eats is Divided
Soda Can Infantries
The Nelson Leiner Coke Can Installation is Incredibly Intricate
Wheel-Like Future Carriages
The eLink by Jorge Biosca Marti is Reduced in Unnecessary Components
Sustainably Compact Beach Houses
The Solar Powered Home by Tjep is Ecologically Responsible
Eco-Friendly Sports Cars
The Detroit Electric SP:01 Puts a Modern Spin on an Old-Fashioned Design
Colorful Chameleon-Like Wallpaper
Wall Art Comes Alive in Carnovsky's RGB Fabulous Landscapes
Social Media Car Designs
Buick Turned to a Pinterest Board for Its Latest Concept Car Designs
Detachable Tablet MP3 Players
The Nokia Note Concept is Two Hi-Tech Devices in One
Vibrating Writing Tools
The Lernstift Pen Alerts People When They Have Made a Spelling Mistake
Cutting-Edge Rental Coupes
The BeeHive Concept Cuts Down on Congestion and Increases Convenience
Lamp-Integrated Sound Systems
The Invisible Speaker Hides Away to Take Up Less Space
Seashell Inspired Installations
These 3d Sculptures by Shane Hope Resemble Underwater Elements
Modernized Retro Tribute Cars
This Modern Classic Car Tributes a Fatal Attempt at a Speed Record
Cartoon Family Flash Drives
These USBs Amazingly Resemble the Characters from Family Guy
Solid-Gold Spacecraft Sculptures
Cartier’s Model of the Apollo 11 Lunar Lander is Astronomic
Roaming Remote-Controlled Orbs
The Smart Ball Explorer Robot is a Smartphone-Operated Snitch
Chic Wristworn Handsets
The Mingle Bluetooth Headset is a Fashionable Extension of Your Smartphone
Ultrasound Smartphone Devices
The Realsonar Fishfinder Helps Fishermen Locate Area with Most Life
Swimming Pool Paintings
Kristen Martincic Abstractly Depicts a Summertime Hotspot
Stacked Subway Art
The Piles by ORNDUVALD Metro Installation Creates Immersive Pubic Spaces
Law-Enforcing Supercars
This Dubai Lamborghini Police Car Brings Justice at High Speeds
Insect-Eliminating Hoovers
The Sidekick Vacuum Cleaner Safely Relocates Spiders from a Distance
360-Degree Video Cameras
The Sphericam by Jeffry Martin Captures Real-Time Panoramic Footage
Sleek Speedy Electric Trikes
The All-Electric EpicEV Torq Trike Would Be Proudly Driven by Batman
Sprawling Solar Spaces
The UAE Shams Power Company Station is the Largest in the World
Cricket Bat-Shaped Vacuums
The Vivacuum for Blind Makes Cleaning Chores More Manageable
Sci-Fi Spaceship Shakers
The Enterprise and Klingon Ship Salt & Pepper Shakers are Awesome
Compressible Sound Systems
The RingIng Bluetooth Speaker Expands and Retracts for Portable Audio
Sleek Sculptural Hoovers
The Equate Vacuum Cleaner Flaunts and Elegant and Intriguing Form
Charitable Flash Drives
'Pass It On For Good' Wipes Your Computer and Helps You Donate It
Meta Food Catching Machines
Lobster Zone's Lobster Claw Game Lets You Catch Your Dinner
Luxurious Automobile USBs
This Mercedes Benz Flash Drive Pays Tribute to the High-Class Car
Japanese Leather Skateboard Designs
Hender Scheme Designs a Beautiful Leather Skateboard Deck
Design Student Sportscar Concepts (UPDATE)
The Alfa Romeo Glorica Concept Makes It Official Debut
Student-Designed Sportscars
The Alfa Romeo Gloria Was Created by Students at the IED in Turin
Spaced-Out Fanboy Pins
Look Like StarFleet's Finest With These New Age Star Trek Insignia Pins
Finger-Mounted Computer Mice
This Mouse Ring Allows for a New Way of Interacting with a Computer
Andrew Sztein, Trend Hunter (INTERVIEW)
Sztein Looks at Waterloo Labs as They Recreate Mario Kart
Word Receipt Installations
Heard Words by Between Art and Technology is Like a Childhood Game
Sound-Exploratory Installations
Deaf Artist Christine Sun Kim Creates Work That Everyone Can Hear