http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:32:05 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-Your-Phone-Into-A-GPS-Using-Knex/
Turn Your Phone Into A GPS Using K'nex! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/7R0P/HHS9LGZC/FMQ7R0PHHS9LGZC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/7R0P/HHS9LGZC/FMQ7R0PHHS9LGZC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/7R0P/HHS9LGZC/FMQ7R0PHHS9LGZC.SMALL.jpg nerfrocketeer Imagine this: your lost in the wilderness on a lonely back road. You have no idea where you are and no way to find out. If only you had a way to find your way home! Luckily, you still have your cell phone and a box of K'nex in the trunk. It's time to make the (emergency) K'nex GPS/phone holder! This...
By: nerfrocketeer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:59:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-Stereo-Hydrophone-not-finished/
How to build a Stereo Hydrophone (not finished) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/Y7EU/H7A8PCRJ/FJSY7EUH7A8PCRJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/Y7EU/H7A8PCRJ/FJSY7EUH7A8PCRJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/Y7EU/H7A8PCRJ/FJSY7EUH7A8PCRJ.SMALL.jpg Shakeabletax A stereo hydrophone system can be used to hear the sounds surrounding your submerged ROV as if you were on-board.  You will not only be able to hear what is going on around your ROV, but should be able to hear what direction a sound is coming from.  For this system, we construct two separate hydroph...
By: Shakeabletax

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Jun 2013 02:25:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-Wireless-Charging-to-Your-Smartphone/
Add Wireless Charging to Your Smartphone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/ZYIX/HHS9HRCV/FXXZYIXHHS9HRCV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/ZYIX/HHS9HRCV/FXXZYIXHHS9HRCV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/ZYIX/HHS9HRCV/FXXZYIXHHS9HRCV.SMALL.jpg harari today more and more smartphones support wireless charging, whether it's out-of-the-box or via an available hardware upgrade (special back cover). but there is no reason why all other USB charged devices shouldn't enjoy the luxury of wireless charging. in this instructable i'll show you how to add w...
By: harari

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:59:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-coat-hanger-hands-free-phone-holder/
Wire coat-hanger hands free phone holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/Q9XV/HHS9IF3C/FTXQ9XVHHS9IF3C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/Q9XV/HHS9IF3C/FTXQ9XVHHS9IF3C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/Q9XV/HHS9IF3C/FTXQ9XVHHS9IF3C.SMALL.jpg nanoBorg88 It's a bit difficult to convey what this thing does in words, but I think you'll have a better idea from the picture. It's a metal wire bent in a way which it can hold your phone (or any other light object) in front of your face. What's the point of this I hear you ask? You could use it to watch you...
By: nanoBorg88

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:36:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ghetto-speakers-cup-earbud-amps/
Ghetto speakers (cup earbud amps) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/VTY3/HHS57ZUS/FUOVTY3HHS57ZUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/VTY3/HHS57ZUS/FUOVTY3HHS57ZUS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/VTY3/HHS57ZUS/FUOVTY3HHS57ZUS.SMALL.jpg Sergeant Sarcasm Ever want a speaker but don't hav moneh? Get these materials Paper Cups, or if you have, plastic cups like those used in beer pong Skizzers (knife if plastic cup) Any kind of earbud (If you are planning to make permanent speakers, not earbud amps, get crap old-style Apple, Signalex, etc.) Hot glu...
By: Sergeant Sarcasm

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 15:38:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/20-minutes-USB-solar-charger/
20 minutes USB solar charger! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/PIKP/HHMI7AVB/FM4PIKPHHMI7AVB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/PIKP/HHMI7AVB/FM4PIKPHHMI7AVB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/PIKP/HHMI7AVB/FM4PIKPHHMI7AVB.SMALL.jpg Jochefor I was leaving for my grandfathers ranch this weekend and at the last moment I realize I need something to charge my phone. With only some components I have in my house the idea of a solar charger came to me, and it works!!! :D The materials you will need: -A 6V solar cell, you can use a 12v solar ...
By: Jochefor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:16:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lego-iPhone-and-smartphone-stand-docking-availa/
Lego iPhone (and smartphone) stand, docking available *UPDATED* - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/DVHE/HHMI94BV/FONDVHEHHMI94BV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/DVHE/HHMI94BV/FONDVHEHHMI94BV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/DVHE/HHMI94BV/FONDVHEHHMI94BV.SMALL.jpg Punyoka Hi, I wanted to bulid a lego iPhone stand which is able to hold the phone in vertical position. Here it goes. I made it in Lego digital designer, because i didn't want to get mine into pieces. This is my first instructable, hope you'll like it. I checked that all parts cost a total of 1,3$ if you ...
By: Punyoka

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jun 2013 06:35:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorola-Phone-Android-Sun-Shade-I-Made-in-at-Te/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/BMBC/HHMI99FD/F2BBMBCHHMI99FD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/BMBC/HHMI99FD/F2BBMBCHHMI99FD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/BMBC/HHMI99FD/F2BBMBCHHMI99FD.SMALL.jpg John_TS_DTW Problem:       Oftentimes, we need to use our Android phones outdoor and normally the brightness is not set to highest to save power usage.  How do we mitigate this problem?       When taking panoramic pictures, it is extremely difficult to rotate our body & camera in a perfect circle.  So most pano...
By: John_TS_DTW

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Jun 2013 17:35:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SPYDRINKZ-CupholderCharger-turn-A-Fast-Food-Cupho/
SPYDRINKZ Cupholder/Charger-turn A Fast Food Cupholder Into A Phone Charger! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/KKHB/HH2VYH2E/FLZKKHBHH2VYH2E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/KKHB/HH2VYH2E/FLZKKHBHH2VYH2E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/KKHB/HH2VYH2E/FLZKKHBHH2VYH2E.SMALL.jpg nerfrocketeer The SpyDrinkz project is all about cell phones-hiding them in fast food cups for making discreet calls at any time in any place. But what's a gadget without power? These disguised cups will work all the better with a disguised charger! This Instructable will show you how to make a charger for your S...
By: nerfrocketeer

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 19:57:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Solar-powered-emergency-device-ATtiny-85/
Altoids Solar powered emergency device - ATtiny 85 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/JD3L/HH2VWHAU/F58JD3LHH2VWHAU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/JD3L/HH2VWHAU/F58JD3LHH2VWHAU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/JD3L/HH2VWHAU/F58JD3LHH2VWHAU.SMALL.jpg nats0128 My first instructable... This is an emergency survival kit with ATtiny85 it has many features for outdoor survival whilst also providing means of help via morse code SOS flash... The device itself is run of 3 AAA rechargeable batteries that charge via solar panels attached to the lid of the tin, t...
By: nats0128

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 10:13:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PROJECT-SPYDRINKZ/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/OONP/HH2VKG40/FMYOONPHH2VKG40.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/OONP/HH2VKG40/FMYOONPHH2VKG40.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMY/OONP/HH2VKG40/FMYOONPHH2VKG40.SMALL.jpg nerfrocketeer This is my newest project and group of inventions-its a series called SpyDrinkz! These inconspicuous fast food cups can let you secretly call or text people in almost any situation! Also including a covert charger-cupholder, these cups come in all shapes and sizes, including a coffee cup, a soft dri...
By: nerfrocketeer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 18:58:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Android-phone-stand-with-Lego/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/LIX1/HH2VMBMR/FLDLIX1HH2VMBMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/LIX1/HH2VMBMR/FLDLIX1HH2VMBMR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/LIX1/HH2VMBMR/FLDLIX1HH2VMBMR.SMALL.jpg crosendahl I love my Nexus phone, but the accessories market for Android phones is pretty weak. I use my phone as an alarm clock at night while I recharge it, jammed between books and the lamp on my nightstand so it's readable. It was time to correct this problem, and Lego is always a great solution. This is...
By: crosendahl

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 21:36:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-a-Bottle-Top-to-Make-a-Vertical-Cell-Phone-Sta/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/HHPA/HH2VU39P/F83HHPAHH2VU39P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/HHPA/HH2VU39P/F83HHPAHH2VU39P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/HHPA/HH2VU39P/F83HHPAHH2VU39P.SMALL.jpg Gregbot I use my cell phone for a lot of things. I need to hear the Timer go off especially. In my routine, missing it is DOOM! ... I needed a vertical stand to get the speaker and face up in the air. ... BUT ... I'm cheap and like to make my stuff if possible. So I used a wide lid from a plastic bottle. .....
By: Gregbot

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 11:02:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/phone-pouch/
phone pouch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/2IMH/HH2VLCVY/FCK2IMHHH2VLCVY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/2IMH/HH2VLCVY/FCK2IMHHH2VLCVY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/2IMH/HH2VLCVY/FCK2IMHHH2VLCVY.SMALL.jpg Ruud van Koningsbrugge I always have trouble storing my smartphone in the pockets of my jeans or shirt. It is almost necessary to wear some kind of jacket to safely carry my phone. Here is a solution I think works. A phonepouch on your belt. This one is made of some old T shirt scraps and a bike innertube.  extra-extra s...
By: Ruud van Koningsbrugge

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 04:16:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Game-Boy-Game-Pad-For-Phone/
Game Boy Bluetooth Game Pad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/B58B/HH2VJK39/FFYB58BHH2VJK39.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/B58B/HH2VJK39/FFYB58BHH2VJK39.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/B58B/HH2VJK39/FFYB58BHH2VJK39.SMALL.jpg tomatoskins Original credit goes  to alpinedelta here: http://www.instructables.com/id/Game-Boy-Android-Gamepad/ and here: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-Game-Boy-Android-Gamepad-1/ I really like the idea behind using a physical game pad for the inputs of various games on my phone, however I f...
By: tomatoskins

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 20:45:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/KNEX-CELL-PHONE-QUAD-POD/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/FDHK/HH2VFHWN/FPGFDHKHH2VFHWN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/FDHK/HH2VFHWN/FPGFDHKHH2VFHWN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/FDHK/HH2VFHWN/FPGFDHKHH2VFHWN.SMALL.jpg nerfrocketeer This is my newest creation- the cell phone quad-pod. A continuation of my K'nex phone case project, this stand holds your phone tightly, while allowing you to take pictures from multiple angles. It rotates and turns landscape or portrait orientation. The pictures show the quad-pod, the version of th...
By: nerfrocketeer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 19:02:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-a-paper-phone-pouch-that-cost-nothin/
How to make a a paper phone pouch that cost nothing. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/4RYB/HH2VL3F5/F124RYBHH2VL3F5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/4RYB/HH2VL3F5/F124RYBHH2VL3F5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/4RYB/HH2VL3F5/F124RYBHH2VL3F5.SMALL.jpg bigryanj What you will need. 1. One sheet of A4 paper. 2.Scissors 3.A stick of glue. 4. A  phone  5. Coloured pencils.(to decorate) (optional , not used in this instructable.) Fold & cut paper in half Fold paper in half and cut down the middle.  Fold corners When paper is cut in half fold c...
By: bigryanj

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 02:16:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Rescue-A-Wet-Phone/
How To Rescue A Wet Phone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SVHX/HGZO280E/FQYSVHXHGZO280E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SVHX/HGZO280E/FQYSVHXHGZO280E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/SVHX/HGZO280E/FQYSVHXHGZO280E.SMALL.jpg tgascho In this tutorial, I will tell you and show you how to save your iphone from the depths of the deep, whether it be a pool, the sink, the ocean, or some other water reservoir, this should help. If you find that you can't save your phone, I'm sorry for your loss. About a month ago, I dropped my iPhone,...
By: tgascho

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 17:37:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/KNEX-Phone-Case/
K'NEX Phone Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TNX4/HGU2E22Y/F8DTNX4HGU2E22Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TNX4/HGU2E22Y/F8DTNX4HGU2E22Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TNX4/HGU2E22Y/F8DTNX4HGU2E22Y.SMALL.jpg nerfrocketeer This Instructable will show you how to make a cell phone case out of K'NEX! This case fits any rectangular device, such as an HTC EVO, IPHONE 4/5S, and DROID. It might also fit Samsung Galaxy, but I haven't tested that yet... Partz You will need: 6 blue connectors, 8 red connectors, 21 white rods...
By: nerfrocketeer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 16:17:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Existential-Emergency-Phone/
Existential Emergency Phone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/685U/HGH71N4U/FB4685UHGH71N4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/685U/HGH71N4U/FB4685UHGH71N4U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/685U/HGH71N4U/FB4685UHGH71N4U.SMALL.jpg randofo The Existential Emergency Phone is a multipurpose tool for handling all of life's uncertainties. It can be used for both dialing out and calling in. The way that it works is that when you pick up the handset, the telephone makes a call using a custom cellular module to a list of predefined phone num...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 15:38:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Cellular-Shield-Tutorial/
Arduino Cellular Shield Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SMALL.jpg randofo The Arduino Cellular Shield allows you to make cellular telephone calls, and send text messages. The brains of this shield is the SM5100B which is a robust cellular module capable of performing many of the tasks of most standard cell phones. This shield requires use of a SIM card to connect to a cel...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 09:25:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Phone-Charger-5-Portable-100-Batter/
DIY Solar Phone Charger ($5, Portable, 100% Battery Free) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here's a real quick and easy tutorial on making a "Portable Solar Phone Charger", it only took me 5 minutes to make one! It's powered by PURE solar energy. The device is designed to fit right into your pocket, it also comes with a built-in stand! Works with apple devices (tested on iPod Touch and Qu...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 02:05:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Voltage-Controlled-Oscillator/
How to Make a Voltage-Controlled Oscillator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/8F35/HFSHV36G/F958F35HFSHV36G.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam The objective of this Instructable is to show you one method of turning DC values, such as those from a thermometer, pH sensor, or pressure sensor into a frequency which can be used to send information over the microphone band of an audio jack to a smartphone. We assumed an input DC voltage as our ...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 16:16:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Harvest-Power-from-an-Audio-Jack/
How to Harvest Power from an Audio Jack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/4ZXW/HFSHV2WP/FP94ZXWHFSHV2WP.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam We are making a circuit which harvests power from an audio jack. The growing prevalence of smartphones, even in developing regions of the world, means that using an audio jack for power could meaningfully impact individuals the world over by providing a small source of DC power. What You Need To...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 16:05:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-Emergency-Power-from-a-Phone-Line/
How to Get Emergency Power from a Phone Line - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/FIAD/HELXD315/F36FIADHELXD315.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/FIAD/HELXD315/F36FIADHELXD315.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/FIAD/HELXD315/F36FIADHELXD315.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos What do you do if the power is out and you need to charge your cell phone to make an emergency phone call? Don’t worry. There are plenty of potential power sources all around you. One of them is the phone line. In this instructable, I am going to show you how you can use the phone line to power your...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 12:12:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Smalls-Solar-Powered-USB-Charger/
Altoids Smalls Solar Powered USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SMALL.jpg bird123457 This instructable will teach you how to make your very own solar powered USB charger out of an Altoids Smalls tin. It is an eco-friendly way to conserve energy. The Solar Panel I am using for this project has a dial on it so you can chose your output number of volts, therefore I am able to use it fo...
By: bird123457

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 06:25:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Phone-Marco-Photography-HQ-using-LED-lens/
Phone Macro Photography (HQ - using LED lens) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/Z9TX/HFSHT1WY/FCKZ9TXHFSHT1WY.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here's a quick and easy tutorial on taking macro photography pictures using your smartphone. The lenses work best with cameras having at least 5MP, with autofocus of course. So whats so special about this mobile macro photography guide? - I found an ingenious solution. The lenses that I'm using are...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:52:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rotary-Phone-iPod-Dock/
Rotary Phone iPod Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SMALL.jpg tomatoskins I have always loved re-purposing one thing into another. This instructable will show pictures of my completed iPod dock with commentary on how I put it together. I apologize that I didn't take pictures through the whole process. I was just too excited about the project. Parts Needed Parts needed:...
By: tomatoskins

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:58:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cell-Phone-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SMALL.jpg rneulreich No need for long winded explanation. I figured out width of my cellphone and my girlfriends and used table saw set at 30degree angle. A little sanding and some stain and paint. 
By: rneulreich

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:19:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Easy-Ipod-or-Cell-Phone-Stand-From-Used-Gift/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/W9D7/HFD1KTXK/F03W9D7HFD1KTXK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/W9D7/HFD1KTXK/F03W9D7HFD1KTXK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/W9D7/HFD1KTXK/F03W9D7HFD1KTXK.SMALL.jpg lnocella There's other ways to turn used gift cards into ipod or cell phone stands, but this is my favorite. I like to watch videos on my ipod, but it's annoying to hold the thing the whole time. Here's a stand you can make from a used gift card or any stiff cardboard material. Just fold the card in the mi...
By: lnocella

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:50:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-cd-Player-want-music-in-your-car-No-Problem/
No cd Player? want music in your car? No Problem! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SMALL.jpg whosLiam How to use your phone,laptop, tablet, mp3 player or old phone as a music player through you car speakers without a cd player or radio! If you like it please vote! I could really use the laser cutter for my rocketry! It would help a lot for making pieces of the apogee detector and piston ejection sy...
By: whosLiam

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 02:12:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/10-ATVCanoe-Mounted-Waterproof-Crush-Proof-S-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/OVUX/HFBKEOF3/F2KOVUXHFBKEOF3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/OVUX/HFBKEOF3/F2KOVUXHFBKEOF3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/OVUX/HFBKEOF3/F2KOVUXHFBKEOF3.SMALL.jpg clarksonchief After destroying a smart phone on a long rainy, muddy day, I task myself to find a better system of keeping my Cell phone dry and safe. I've used Zip lock bags, dry bags meant for boaters, plastic wrap and a few other such systems. None seemed to: 1. Keep my phone dry,  2. Keep it with in reach to s...
By: clarksonchief

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:05:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/usb-charger-1/
Portable usb phone charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/19N1/HFBJW0HP/FKC19N1HFBJW0HP.SMALL.jpg tealk Hi all! Today i will show you how to make usb charger its really simple projects all you need is 7805 voltage regulator, 9v battery ,usb female  and optional is  diode and switch total prize with diodes ,switch,battery,wires,.... is 1.5 or 2 dollars ( depends where you buy, how much,... i bought it ...
By: tealk

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:39:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PHONE-STAND-3/
PHONE STAND - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/1OTB/HFBK729R/F531OTBHFBK729R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/1OTB/HFBK729R/F531OTBHFBK729R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/1OTB/HFBK729R/F531OTBHFBK729R.SMALL.jpg ando2013 In this instructables I will show you how to make a phone stand. TOOLS   We need : - electric saw - the ruler - sand paper - plexiglass The Components #1 We cut the components whit electric saw. The components have imperfections. Thes can be removed whit sand paper. The Components #2 The co...
By: ando2013

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:55:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Put-a-screen-protector-on-smartphone-screen-NO-AIR/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SMALL.jpg benben247 Install an  lcd screen protector on your iphone, lumia, samsung etc without getting air bubbles, this happens when dust or air is trapped under the film. One must clean clean and clean the screen until there are no smears etc on the screen then apply the protection according to the instructions then...
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:18:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Phone-Dialer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/U1DO/HF243FP8/FH7U1DOHF243FP8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/U1DO/HF243FP8/FH7U1DOHF243FP8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/U1DO/HF243FP8/FH7U1DOHF243FP8.SMALL.jpg tzywen I was looking for a cheap and easy way for my projects to call me on my phone. Since pulse dialling is simple and requires the least components, I decided to go for that approach. In my case, I gutted out a cheap phone and housed my Arduino inside. If you do not wish to open up or destroy any p...
By: tzywen

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 04:15:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/002-Paperclip-Phone-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/B9QZ/HET0T7BM/FL7B9QZHET0T7BM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/B9QZ/HET0T7BM/FL7B9QZHET0T7BM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/B9QZ/HET0T7BM/FL7B9QZHET0T7BM.SMALL.jpg 001000120 How to make an easy phone stand in seconds. Two large paperclips Pliers or a staple remover A pair of hands Use the pliers/staple remover to bend the tip to 90 degrees then bend the inner loop back 45 degrees.
By: 001000120

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:08:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-Landline-Using-a-Google-Voice/
Free Landline Using Google Voice and a RaspberryPi - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/489S/HERLT8WN/FMW489SHERLT8WN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/489S/HERLT8WN/FMW489SHERLT8WN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/489S/HERLT8WN/FMW489SHERLT8WN.SMALL.jpg haimiko Disclaimer: The following article is intended for users comfortable working on Linux based machines. In this article I'll review the steps I used to configure a VoIP landline using a SIP interface through a Raspberry Pi based PBX with Freeswitch and Google Voice.  In other words, a free landline! ...
By: haimiko

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:30:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PANZERHANDY-the-armoured-cell-phone/
PANZERHANDY - the armoured cell phone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/OM4S/HEI45V3U/FKEOM4SHEI45V3U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/OM4S/HEI45V3U/FKEOM4SHEI45V3U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/OM4S/HEI45V3U/FKEOM4SHEI45V3U.SMALL.jpg bricobart How many times I broke a mobile phone by just letting it fall on the ground or - everybody gets angry, sometimes - while throwing it to the wall or someone's head... Too many, many too many. Even my strongest Samsung shockproof didn't resist, finally. Mobiles are fragile, too fragile, and need our...
By: bricobart

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:56:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-any-gloves-touchscreen-friendly/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/TAFY/HEBNHL53/FL7TAFYHEBNHL53.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/TAFY/HEBNHL53/FL7TAFYHEBNHL53.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/TAFY/HEBNHL53/FL7TAFYHEBNHL53.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope So I've seen this done using all sorts, conductive thread, foil, conductive foam...  I thought conductive paint would be worth a shot, the result is certainly easier to use than the foil/foam ideas...  Though it does mean having black fingertips on your gloves. I found I had to paint the thumb twi...
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:11:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing-Smartphone-Pictures/
Amazing Smartphone Pictures - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SMALL.jpg sunFlow3r It's happened to all of us.  There is an amazing sunset, beautiful waterfall, or just plain cool photo opportunity, but your super-awesome-also-cooks-dinner 3 zillion megapixel DSLR is nowhere to be found.  Or, maybe you don't have a DSLR, but you just HAVE to get a snap of that adorable kitty, or y...
By: sunFlow3r

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:01:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Phone-Case-Recycled/
Phone Case Recycled - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/MT0D/HDOWARP3/FO9MT0DHDOWARP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/MT0D/HDOWARP3/FO9MT0DHDOWARP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/MT0D/HDOWARP3/FO9MT0DHDOWARP3.SMALL.jpg skoko I wanted a new case for my HTC Nexus One but as hard as i searched i couldn't find one.So i deseeded to sand my own one that i have.Be very careful when you disassemble your phone look a tutorial for your model. One hour later whit 120 grit sand paper(by hand).And then 320,600,800 and finally 20...
By: skoko

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 08:24:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Doorbell-to-House-Phones/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8WOI/HDHM3HI9/FKB8WOIHDHM3HI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8WOI/HDHM3HI9/FKB8WOIHDHM3HI9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8WOI/HDHM3HI9/FKB8WOIHDHM3HI9.SMALL.jpg sugarsmax This one is about as easy as it gets, and the result could not be better. Having moved into a home with no doorbell, we wanted to ensure we could hear the ring from the basement and back yard. I did some research and found plenty of multi-chime systems, from cheap to expensive, but I knew this had ...
By: sugarsmax

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:10:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Smartphone-Dock-cardboard-and-duct-tape/
Smartphone Dock- (cardboard and duct tape) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/2I6F/HD7U0MW1/FI22I6FHD7U0MW1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/2I6F/HD7U0MW1/FI22I6FHD7U0MW1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI2/2I6F/HD7U0MW1/FI22I6FHD7U0MW1.SMALL.jpg rajasekeraj This instructable will show you how to create a dock for any smartphone or iPod. This build only requires duct tape and cardboard for materials, and scissors as the only tool. This is an easy build. There are three main parts to the dock, the base, the charger/dock, and the backrest.  This is a very...
By: rajasekeraj

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2013 22:11:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Raising-Death-Zombie-Phone-stand-with-RIP-graves/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/O1AU/HD4VPPZP/FAOO1AUHD4VPPZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/O1AU/HD4VPPZP/FAOO1AUHD4VPPZP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/O1AU/HD4VPPZP/FAOO1AUHD4VPPZP.SMALL.jpg mstyle183 what a better way to display your zombie case than a zombie hand raising from a cemetery. i even modeled a little gravestone that helps keep your iphone in place. Also i just received this clear PLA material that looks pretty cool so i i printed the zombie hand stand.. its very clear in flat skinny...
By: mstyle183

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:21:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Headphone-Audio-Jack-Transplant/
Headphone Audio Jack Transplant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/YBAU/HD4VOZ8C/FYNYBAUHD4VOZ8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/YBAU/HD4VOZ8C/FYNYBAUHD4VOZ8C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/YBAU/HD4VOZ8C/FYNYBAUHD4VOZ8C.SMALL.jpg theGNARTeam I am going to perform a headphone jack transplant on these two headphones. The COBY 8$ headphones are going to be replacing the BOSE headphone's audio jack. Headphone Audio Jack Transplant There appears to be a short in my BOSE headphones near the audio jack. When I wiggle it around when somethin...
By: theGNARTeam

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 01:14:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-Emergency-Phone-Charger-MacGyver-Style/
Make an Emergency Phone Charger - MacGyver Style! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/LL9N/HD4VQ052/FPLLL9NHD4VQ052.SMALL.jpg The King of Random In this video, you'll learn how to "MacGyver" a 40 Watt Electrical Generator from a cordless drill and a few household items.  Here's how to charge a phone, illuminate small lights, and make electricity in a pinch. For more projects like this, check out www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! ...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:15:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Phone-Holer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/B0OK/HD4VPIYU/FB5B0OKHD4VPIYU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/B0OK/HD4VPIYU/FB5B0OKHD4VPIYU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/B0OK/HD4VPIYU/FB5B0OKHD4VPIYU.SMALL.jpg jtotheon A sturdy phone holder for your car.  Makes for a nice platform to perform basic functions (when pulled over). I used a phone case as the portion which actually contacts the phone. It isn't pretty. Just functional. Thanks.
By: jtotheon

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:49:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-cd-phone-holder/
How to make a cd phone holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/T659/HD2RYJ36/FTQT659HD2RYJ36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/T659/HD2RYJ36/FTQT659HD2RYJ36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/T659/HD2RYJ36/FTQT659HD2RYJ36.SMALL.jpg juliusdillan This is a instructable for those with time to kill. Its super simple and customizable, this is the basic version, so you can decorate it change the design, etc.. Remember have fun and don't forget im only 12 and this is my FIRST insturctable :) You will need 2 cd's , hot glue gun , scissors , pho...
By: juliusdillan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:18:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lego-Sugru-Mobile-Phone-Holder-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/NCGF/HCV981VI/F49NCGFHCV981VI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/NCGF/HCV981VI/F49NCGFHCV981VI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/NCGF/HCV981VI/F49NCGFHCV981VI.SMALL.jpg Edwardo Leon This hack is a result of viewing many of the cool ideas on instructable and sugru website. I have a need to hold my smart phone onto my dash as a GPS device or occasionally answering incoming mobile call. I have a little stand from a previous car kit ages ago. Back then you will need to use screws...
By: Edwardo Leon

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