Gadget Hacks How-Tos
How To: Etch copper
To etch copper, an acidic solution of copper chloride and hydrochloric acid may be used. Gather copper etching materials with tips in this free electronics video. Etch copper - Part 1 of 15.
How To: Control a Roomba with a Nintendo Wii balance board
Interested in some good clean fun? With this hack from Japan, you'll learn to operate a Roomba vacuum cleaner remotely using a Nintendo Wii balance board with a Bluetooth serial adapter. Watch this tutorial and build your own Surfin'ba today!
How To: Set up your internet on Sciphone I68
Do you have a Sciphone? With its internet capabilities, you can check your email or surf the web. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to set up your internet on the Sciphone 168. In order to set it up you need to contact your service provider for information such as an IP address, etc.
How To: Use the Opera web browser
Have you grown tired of your web browser? The Opera browser is similar to many of the most popular browsers used today, but a few unique features make it worth trying. See how to download and use the Opera browser in this how-to video.
How To: Use iTunes-style scrollbars in Mac OS X Leopard
iLeopard is a program which will allow you to swap out Mac OS X Leopard's perennial Aqua scrollbars for those used in the iTunes application. Watch this brief how-to video to learn how to install this desktop mod.
How To: Build an electric recumbent bicycle
Sit back and ride as G Word correspondent David Newsom finds out the benefits of an electric bicycle. Watch and see how to convert a conventional bike to a battery-powered riding machine.
How To: Make a Toilet Paper Launcher
Shoot streams of toilet paper in midair with this ultimate TP machine, the Streamerator. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to make a toilet paper launcher with a generic, electric yard blower. This gadget is extremely easy to make. First, you need a steel rod about the same length as the blower, the rod has to be bent at 90 degrees. Two ground clamps are used to mount the steel rod which will serve as a roll holder. A flat punched piece of metal is measured and screwed int...
How To: Make a steam candle
Have you ever seen a steam candle? It's essentially a simple-as-pie steam engine that revolves on top of a water surface. They are relatively easy to make if you know how to do it. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to "hack" together your own steam candle.
How To: Use FileField and jQuery Media modules to host video
Here's a fast lesson in hosting video on your own Drupal website using the FileField and jQuery Media modules. The Filefield and jQuery Media modules are a one-two knock out combination for allowing users to upload media files to fields in your custom content types and then playing back the media files in their matching player or handler. It represents a positive direction for treating fields containing files and is a great starting point for researching your own implementation of this recipe.
How To: See who last called you on your Vodafone
Here's a neat and useful trick for you Vodafone users out there. In this how-to video, Stuart Miles demonstrates how to recover the number of the person who last phoned you and the time at which he or she called simply by entering *#147# on your phone's keypad and pressing send.
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ hx2100, 2400 or 2700 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ hx2100, hx2190, hx2400 or hx2700 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPAQ PDAs without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ rw6800 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ rw6815, rw6818, rw6828 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPAQs without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ 6900 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ hw6500, hw6510 (hw6510a, hw6510b, hw6510c, hw6510d, hw6510g), hw6515 (hw6515a, hw6515b, hw6515c, hw6515d, hw6515f), rw6815, rw6818, rw6828, hw6900, hw6910, hw6915, hw6920, hw6925, hw6940, hw6945, hw6950, hw6955 or hw6965 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to t...
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ hx2000 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ hx2000, hx2100, hx2110,hx2115, hx2141s, hx2190 (hx2190a, hx2190b), hx2400, hx2410, hx2490 (hx2490b, hx2490c), hx2495b, hx2700, hx2750, hx2755, hx2790 (hx2790b, hx2790c) or hx2795b series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the gut...
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ h3870 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your Hewlett Packard iPAQ h3870, h3875, h3835, h3860 or h3830 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPAQs without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Disassemble an HP iPAQ h2210 or h2215 series PDA
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of disassembling your HP iPAQ h2210 or h2215 series pocket PC quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their iPAQs without actually disassembling their units.
How To: Unlock your 2003-2005 Infiniti G35 with a PDA phone
This short, instructional video seeks to demonstrate how go about unlocking your own 2003-2005 model Infiniti G35 coupe with a Sprint PPC-6700 PC phone through use of the phones in-built IR, or infrared, capabilities and a provided code.
How To: Unlock your 2006 Toyota Corolla with a PDA phone
This short video tutorial seeks to demonstrate how you can unlock your own 2006 Toyota Corolla with a Sprint PPC-6700 PC phone through use of the phone's in-built IR, or infrared, capabilities and a provided code.
How To: Create a WonderHowTo Widget
This simple tutorial takes you through the process of creating a widget from any list of videos from http://www.WonderHowTo.com. These customizable widgets can be created in various sizes and colors and then added to your blog or website. Enjoy.
How To: Configure screenflow for youtube
Everybody loves screenflow, but not many people like the way YouTube handles it. In this tutorial, learn how to make your screenflow composition look great in YouTube.
How To: Use the zoom-in function on the iPhone
Sometimes is gets rather difficult to see certain things on the palm sized iPhone. Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to zoom in on the iPhone's screen.
How To: Scroll through contacts on the iPhone
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to scroll through your contact list on the iPhone quickly without having to pause by each individual entry.
How To: Share URL's with your friends on the iPhone
With the iPhone, it's possible to share URL's you find on the internet with your friends. Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to share your URL's through the iPhone.
How To: Use the magnify trick on the iPhone
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to magnify parts of the iPhone's LCD screen with your finger.
How To: Go straight to voicemail on the Vodafone
Have you ever meant to call someone with the intention of just leaving a voice mail without having the person pick up? Take a look at this tutorial and learn how you can accomplish this feat on the Vodafone.
How To: Change the Bluetooth name
Do you have a penchant for naming your possessions? Your iPod, laptop, the car? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to change the name of your Bluetooth phone.
How To: Build C64 paddles for cynthcart
With the cynthcart cartridge, it's possible to turn the classic Commodore 64 8 bit home computer into an analog synthesizer. Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to create paddles for the C64 and get real time control over filter. You can assign whatever you want to the second paddle.
How To: Perform self repair for HP iPAQ 510, 512, 514 series
Check out this tutorial and learn how to disassemble the HP iPAQ 510 series and repair the various parts.
How To: Repair the HP iPAQ hw6500 & hw6900 series
Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to repair the HP iPAQ. These instructions are for the models hw6500
How To: Extend your iPhone's battery life
Can't stand your iPhone going dry so quickly? Take a look at this tutorial and learn how to extend your iPhone's battery life. Gary Rosenzweig takes a look at some techniques to help you stretch the iPhone battery so it lasts through a long day.
How To: Deal with cyber bullies and internet harassment
Don’t let cyber bullies push you around, being nasty and spreading rumors about you online. Learn how to fight back against tormenters who hide behind a computer screen. Internet harassment is just as damaging and hurtful as any other form, and proper action needs to be taken to keep the victim safe. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to protect yourself or someone else from cyber bullies,internet harassment, or online rumors.
How To: Rip videos off YouTube on a Mac the easy way
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to rip your choice videos from YouTube and make it into your personal screensaver, etc. From this tutorial, you can convert the ripped file for your iPod or iPhone as well. Really simple.
How To: Hack the number of subscriber hits on your Feedburner
Do you blog on FeedBurner? Want some more subscriber hits to make your blog look more impressive? Take a look at this tutorial and learn how you can multiply your blog's number of subscribers.
How To: Hack a six volt lantern battery
Find out how to use a six volt lantern battery to really save you money. This is no con, or prank, or joke that involves 32 AA batteries; this is the real deal. Just watch this money saving video tutorial to see how to hack a six volt battery. You can easily replace a few of this cells, which are equal to 3 D batteries, which can be used inside of your Maglite flashlight. Don't let that 6 volt battery go to waste after buying it for the other false hack, use them in any way you can, like this...
How To: Etch a printed circuit board using toner transfer
Making a PCB is very simple; it does not consume a lot of time and the results look professional. After watching this step-by-step how-to video, you will be able to make your own PCB in your workshop using just a few inexpensive materials.
How To: Create a PCB with the toner transfer method
Need to make a PCB quick? Well, this video tutorial will show you how to create a PCB with the toner transfer method using photo laser paper.
How To: Get directions in Google Earth
Bill Myers shows you how to get directions using Google Earth. The cool features of this is you can see exactly what the road will look like and what it would look like through the windshield of your car!
How To: Jailbreak & unlock the new 2.0 iPhone 3G
The new 2.0 version of Apple iPhone's software lets you download and install applications from the iTunes Store. However, a lot of applications you will probably want doesn't exist there. C-Net will show you how to jailbreak the new Apple iPhone in this video tutorial. The way to do this with a PC is different, so this is mainly for Mac users. You will need to download the PwnageTool 2.0. Just imagine, you can have two application stores on your iPhone when you jailbreak the latest iPhone fir...
How To: Play Nintendo games on Windows Mobile devices
Want to play old school Nintendo on your Windows Mobile devices, such as smartphones? Well, this video tutorial will show you how to install the NES emulator on that Windows Mobile electronic touchscreen device. Just sync up your cell phone, and download the software off of the Internet. Just think, you could be playing Mario in the palm of your hand, on your mobile phone.
How To: Customize HTC Home plug-in for WIndows Mobile devices
This video tutorial shows you how to use a free program to customize the HTC Home plug-in for Windows Mobile touchscreen devices. You can use any Windows Mobile cell phone or other device for this hack. YOu can run applications like Streaming Media on your HTC Home site from your smartphone. Just watch and learn.