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The second part in a series on how to create a successfully funded Kickstarter from someone who did just that.

The second part in a series on how to create a successfully funded Kickstarter from someone who did just that.

Built something cool? Sell it! Here's our list of marketplaces makers should be utilizing for networking, visibility, and…

Built something cool? Sell it! Here's our list of marketplaces makers should be utilizing for networking, visibility, and a little extra cash.

Disney's joined the augmented reality market and it could be the critical mass needed to bring the technology into the…

Disney's joined the augmented reality market and it could be the critical mass needed to bring the technology into the average home.

Not all solutions are technical. Try a few of these simple tips to get more organized and get ahead of the game.

Not all solutions are technical. Try a few of these simple tips to get more organized and get ahead of the game.

The first in a series of one successful Kickstarter campaign--learn how to fund your project by learning the ins and outs…

The first in a series of one successful Kickstarter campaign--learn how to fund your project by learning the ins and outs of the whole process.

It's never been cheaper to round up a ton of quality hardware for open source projects! Here's what you need to know…

It's never been cheaper to round up a ton of quality hardware for open source projects! Here's what you need to know about the eBay experience.

Here's our look at Google's new idea for a wireless network overhaul, from the phone to the idea behind the shift.

Here's our look at Google's new idea for a wireless network overhaul, from the phone to the idea behind the shift.

Some small-time smartphones have big ideas for fixing problems that have driven customers crazy for years. Here's a look…

Some small-time smartphones have big ideas for fixing problems that have driven customers crazy for years. Here's a look at some good tech in strange places.

Use your Android device to open and close your garage door! Much better than that clunky remote you've been using.

Use your Android device to open and close your garage door! Much better than that clunky remote you've been using.

Maker spaces are utilizing existing spaces to keep costs down and engage young minds. Here's a closer look at one…

Maker spaces are utilizing existing spaces to keep costs down and engage young minds. Here's a closer look at one successful approach.

Create a wireless "relative comfort" light bar thermometer by broadcasting temperature data across multiple ESP8266…

Create a wireless "relative comfort" light bar thermometer by broadcasting temperature data across multiple ESP8266 modules running NodeMCU using MQTT.

Having beautiful-looking technology is becoming increasingly performance. Here we showcase five beautiful designs housing…

Having beautiful-looking technology is becoming increasingly performance. Here we showcase five beautiful designs housing innovative tech.

How to add BLE capabilities to a wireless ceiling fan by incorporating the nRF51 in the remote control. Part of our…

How to add BLE capabilities to a wireless ceiling fan by incorporating the nRF51 in the remote control. Part of our series on the nRF51.

Kickstarter has changed its status to a public benefit corporation and joined a very select number of companies dedicated…

Kickstarter has changed its status to a public benefit corporation and joined a very select number of companies dedicated to serving the public good instead of the interests of shareholders.

The Apple Car will purportedly be in here in four years, but the foray into the automobile industry may be a misstep in…

The Apple Car will purportedly be in here in four years, but the foray into the automobile industry may be a misstep in the company's legacy.

How to create a custom BLE GATT peripheral using the nRF51 by creating a service and characteristics.

How to create a custom BLE GATT peripheral using the nRF51 by creating a service and characteristics.

With Holiday 2015 introducing virtual reality headsets to the general public, it's important to have an understanding of…

With Holiday 2015 introducing virtual reality headsets to the general public, it's important to have an understanding of the field and why virtual reality is poised to be the next major consumer industry.

Learn how to communicate with a custom BLE peripheral using an Android device.

Learn how to communicate with a custom BLE peripheral using an Android device.

Electronic and electric devices are not synonymous. Here's an overview of the differences between each and why the…

Electronic and electric devices are not synonymous. Here's an overview of the differences between each and why the distinction can be confusing even for professionals.