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Tech Bytes: Long-Distance Love Connections

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

From pillows that connect long-distance lovers to remote-controlled waterproof pleasure objects, advances in intimate technologies mean that lovers both near and far can remain connected - sometimes in very surprising (and occasionally disturbing) ways.

Rich Mulholland Gets A Tattoo: Part 2

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

In this, the long-awaited second part of Rich Mulholland's tattoo experience, we visit tattoo artist Derek Baker's studio in Cape Town to watch the action and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes. Once again there's blood, colourful language, and art... which pretty much describes a day in the life of most South Africans.... Please Note: Some of the images and the video may not be suitable for sensitive people.

Tattoos Inspire Art In Body Of Work

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

What do you get when you combine tattoo-inspired art with tattoo artists? Putt-putt, of course. (Also, art.) The 4th annual Cape Town International Tattoo Convention is about to begin, and festivities kicked off earlier this week with the exhibition Body Of Work.

Escape

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

You're trapped in a shaft and the only way out is up in this one-button fast-paced wall-jumping game - but how high can you go? Will you escape?

Fotoshop By Adobe

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Let's start 2012 with some tasteful, entertaining jabs at the beauty industry. Do you want "full lips, sparkling eyes, and lashes that never end"? They can be yours with the aid of Adobé's new range of beauty-regime products.

brainwavez.org 2011 Gift Guide

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT

It's December already? That means it must be time for our 2011 roundup of stuff we have or stuff we want or (occasionally) stuff we might give to other people if they've been nice (or very, very naughty).

Verbatim Bluetooth Audio Cube

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Zap the audio from your phone, tablet, or computer to the Verbatim Bluetooth Audio Cube for instant amplification of your favourite tracks (and the odd system alert sound but that just adds to the excitement).

The ZombieBooth User Gallery Wants Your Braaaaaiiiinnnnss

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

What does an average zombie horde look like? What would you encounter if random members of the public suddenly amassed outside your house, looking for braaaaiiinnns? We asked for your best ZombieBooth shots and here's what we received. Combined, the collection is slightly frightening. Therefore, don't forget: when confronted, aim for the head. (Then run like hell!)

Turn On Captain America For $15

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Turn your favourite (male) superhero or super villain on (or off) with a one-of-a-kind light switch. That's about all we're going to say as an introduction. (This post is not suitable for people with taste. Don't say we didn't warn you.)

The 2011 Whisky Live Festival, South Africa

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Another year, another festival celebrating whisky. How time flies! We attended the opening night in Cape Town, where the festival ran for three days. Here's a rundown of what you missed, or what to expect if you will be attending in Johannesburg, where the festival will be running until the end of the week.

2011 South African Blog Awards - We Need Your Help!

Mon, 7 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Forget zombies - the South African Blog Awards are our worst nightmare. This year it's all gone to hell (again, but worse) so we need your help. All it requires is one email address, one vote, and you're done. At least that's no longer complicated....

ZombieBooth v3.05

Thu, 3 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Somewhere, deep in a lab that's probably in Japan, some clever real-time-processing technology has been utilised for the advancement of zombies. The result? With one click of a camera button and this free zombification app you can be your own worst nightmare!

In Pictures: The 2011 Cape Town Zombie Walk, Part 2

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Passersby screamed in terror (well, some of them; most looked bewildered and a handful looked delighted) as the Capetonian zombie horde continued on its path of mayhem towards the Waterfront. Here, in pictures, is part 2 of this now annual HorrorFest event.

In Pictures: The 2011 Cape Town Zombie Walk, Part 1

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The thirst for blood and braaaaiiiinnnnnsss led a shambling group of undead Capetonians across the city in a nightmarish zombie walk. Here, in pictures, is part 1 of this now annual HorrorFest event.

CSI: Legoland

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Murder most foul has be committed in Legoland. The suspects? Three dodgy minifigs. CSI is on the case. After all, to find the culprit it's imperative that you follow the evidence.

Kilian Martin: A Skate Illustration

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The beauty of skateboarding is celebrated in a short piece that's expertly shot in urban and rural settings to allow colour, light, and architecture to complement the freestyle techniques.

Zombie Gunship v1.1

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The Zombie Apocalypse is nigh and your mission is to protect human survivors fleeing for the safety of an isolated bunker. What better way to annihilate the ranks of the undead than with ridiculously powerful weapons mounted on the angriest bird of them all?

Red

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Red alien circles (and the occasional meteor) are trying to destroy your space base. What are you going to do about it? Shoot at 'em, of course! You can't destroy them but you can use physics to your advantage in this oddly Zen action game.

In Pictures: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Fri, 8 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia, a Buddhist kingdom in South-East Asia with a tumultuous history. Here are 24 hours spent on a recent trip, captured in pictures. Please note that some of the images and text many not be suitable for sensitive people.

Verbatim GT Portable Hard Drive

Thu, 7 Jul 2011 09:00:00 GMT

With sleek racing-car looks the Verbatim GT Portable Hard Drive brings a fresh visual aesthetic to the average grey and beige computing environment. We took it for a spin to see if what's under the hood is up to speed.

Burrito Bison

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

In Burrito Bison you play a famous wrestler who is captured while at the supermarket and sucked into Candyland where the gummy bears expect you to wrestle for their entertainment... but you have other ideas in this amusing variation on the launcher game genre.

Glitterboys And Ganglands

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Tiaras and tucking take centre stage in this documentary by husband-and-wife team Matthew Brown (producer) and Lauren Beukes (director) that follows three contestants who are preparing for the 2010 Miss Gay Western Cape pageant.

X-Men: First Class

Fri, 3 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Despite the silly title, questions finally have answers and the mysteries of the origins of the X-Men are revealed in this remarkable prequel to the X-Men film franchise.

Treadmillasaurus Rex

In the interests of serious scientific enquiry, a dinosaur is placed on a treadmill and forced to face unfathomable horrors. Only *you* can wear silly party hats and jump over spikey balls as the ultimate treadmillasaurus rex!

Apacer AP520 USB 2.0 4-Port Hub

This compact hub from Apacer is designed to be portable and to take up as little space as possible in your bag and on your desk, while still making four ports available to you so that you can plug in and access multiple USB devices at once.

5 Zombie Questions: Sarah Lotz

Today we debut a new feature on the site in which we ask someone five zombie questions. Author Sarah Lotz, who has zombies crawling out of all sorts of places in her back catalogue, kindly allowed us to use her as our inaugural guinea pig. Here are the results of the experiment.

Minkster Meitropolis Series Designer USB Flashdrives

Much like Mimobots and other designer USB storage devices, the Minksters are a combination of form and function and would look equally at home in your collection of miniature vinyl toys.

Thor

Thor, another comic-book star, makes his debut on the silver screen as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in director Kenneth Branagh's special-effects-laden blockbuster, which stars Natalie Portman and Anthony Hopkins.

10 Classic Fictional Music Videos From TV's Past (And Present)

There have been many musical TV show episodes over the past few years but few fictional music acts have released their own music videos. We've tracked down a few of our favourites, starting with three that debuted in the 2010 TV season. Plus, two words: Robin Sparkles!