http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 11:00:17 PDT BLOX v1.01 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/Creating-Instructables-using-the-Instructables-iOS/
Creating Instructables using the Instructables iOS App - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/0Q1M/HD4VGEXB/F120Q1MHD4VGEXB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/0Q1M/HD4VGEXB/F120Q1MHD4VGEXB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/0Q1M/HD4VGEXB/F120Q1MHD4VGEXB.SMALL.jpg GorillazMiko Hello and welcome to Instructables! In this Instructable, we'll be going over how to create an Instructable through our iOS App. (Now available on iPad!) Let's get started! Open the App Open up the application. You will now be viewing the homepage of the app. Click on the icon labeled "share" a...
By: GorillazMiko

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:48:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amplifier-Dock/
Amplifier Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/PXUT/HE7DAZ8X/F7CPXUTHE7DAZ8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/PXUT/HE7DAZ8X/F7CPXUTHE7DAZ8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/PXUT/HE7DAZ8X/F7CPXUTHE7DAZ8X.SMALL.jpg timwikander Amplifier Dock is a passive amplifier and docking solution for iPhone and iPod touch that utilizes the shape and material of an ordinary ceramic bowl. Designed for disassembly, the ceramic bowl may be reused, steel hardware may be recycled, and hardwood/ wool felt may be left to biodegrade. This is ...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:01:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Iphone-Stop-motion-animation/
Iphone Stop motion animation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/LPBU/HAQ2ZLGB/F7ZLPBUHAQ2ZLGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/LPBU/HAQ2ZLGB/F7ZLPBUHAQ2ZLGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/LPBU/HAQ2ZLGB/F7ZLPBUHAQ2ZLGB.SMALL.jpg tayeden Hey guys! I decided to do a stop motion animation with an iphone ! Its super simple and you dont need much to create one!  materials All you need for this animation is Pencil Paper It helps if you have an ipod or iphone to look at to see how everything works but it is not NEEDED. ...
By: tayeden

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2013 07:05:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tangible-Music-Player-RFID-card-controlled-iPodTo/
Tangible Music Player: RFID card controlled iPodTouch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/D3H8/H7URGNPG/FHWD3H8H7URGNPG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/D3H8/H7URGNPG/FHWD3H8H7URGNPG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/D3H8/H7URGNPG/FHWD3H8H7URGNPG.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn What is it? This is an Arduino based iPod hack audio project that allows you to select tracks for playback from an attached iPod Touch simply by placing cards on flat upper surface of the machine: The cards can be placed in small plastic boxes with a picture of the album cover on one side to make s...
By: XenonJohn

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 14:20:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Protectect-your-iPhone-iPod-sync-cable/
Protectect your iPhone / iPod sync cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/1XC5/H6WG6TSO/F741XC5H6WG6TSO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/1XC5/H6WG6TSO/F741XC5H6WG6TSO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F74/1XC5/H6WG6TSO/F741XC5H6WG6TSO.SMALL.jpg ornevo You know sometimes we have destroyed our precious iPhone cable? No More! What do you need? 1. IPhone cable 2. Simple Pen Now what? Break the pen and remove the spring from it. The spring has to be rotated around the cable connections area . you must to rotate the spring to the end to creat...
By: ornevo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:44:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-iOS-SerialUSB-Cable-for-Kernel-Debugging/
Apple iOS Serial/USB Cable for Kernel Debugging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/UKVB/H703ZU49/FN4UKVBH703ZU49.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/UKVB/H703ZU49/FN4UKVBH703ZU49.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/UKVB/H703ZU49/FN4UKVBH703ZU49.SMALL.jpg hackerfantastic During the presentation "iOS Kernel Exploitation" at Blackhat/Syscan 2011, Stefan Esser provided some details about how to build an iDevice (iPad/iPod/iPhone) cable that could be used to enable serial console functionality and kernel debugging capabilities within an iOS device. The following instruc...
By: hackerfantastic

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:53:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RGB-flashing-iPod-dock-from-an-old-speaker/
RGB flashing iPod dock from an old speaker! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/O2NL/H5TUB7DI/F84O2NLH5TUB7DI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/O2NL/H5TUB7DI/F84O2NLH5TUB7DI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/O2NL/H5TUB7DI/F84O2NLH5TUB7DI.SMALL.jpg gizzmotronics Edit: I've entered in the LED contest, Hurricane Lasers, and Fix & improve it contest. If you like this, please vote. Original Video - song: river of dreams by billy joel Using an Apple Pro speaker, I made a flashing RGB LED iPod dock for about $35. I recommend reading the entire 'ible before s...
By: gizzmotronics

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 18:44:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Audio-Chronograph-Station/
Steampunk Audio & Chronograph Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/CMMO/H5TUB0Q1/FVWCMMOH5TUB0Q1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/CMMO/H5TUB0Q1/FVWCMMOH5TUB0Q1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/CMMO/H5TUB0Q1/FVWCMMOH5TUB0Q1.SMALL.jpg badjer1 Thanks to all of your very creative designs and projeccts, you all have inspired me to build my own Steampunk Audio & Chronograph Station.  This project took me WAAAY longer than I anticipated and went way over budget, but once I got started, I found it hard to compromise and kept getting more ideas...
By: badjer1

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:18:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Acrylic-Boombox/
Acrylic Boombox - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/PAFN/H5TVB7KG/F2DPAFNH5TVB7KG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/PAFN/H5TVB7KG/F2DPAFNH5TVB7KG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/PAFN/H5TVB7KG/F2DPAFNH5TVB7KG.SMALL.jpg Diy-Create This Boombox was created for my friend with mostly recycled parts. The story is that I owed my friend big time, so I took his old car speakers he wasn’t using and decided to make something useful. Below is how I had initially thought how it should be constructed. Now with this design, I realized th...
By: Diy-Create

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 23:46:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lithium-Battery-Solar-USB-iPhone-Arduino-Charger/
Lithium Battery Solar USB/ iPhone/ Arduino Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SMALL.jpg JoshuaZimmerman One of the most fun and useful projects on instructables is to create your very own solar USB/ iPhone charger.  They're not overly difficult to make, nor are the parts overly expensive or hard to find.  For the most part they do a rather good job of charging up small gadgets.  Mostly. The big flaw ...
By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:17:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/iPod-Information-Screen/
iPod Information Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/W5PQ/H4VQRKLG/F9AW5PQH4VQRKLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/W5PQ/H4VQRKLG/F9AW5PQH4VQRKLG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/W5PQ/H4VQRKLG/F9AW5PQH4VQRKLG.SMALL.jpg cmonaco3 My girlfriend, a music buff, asked me to come up with a better way for her to look at the track information of the current song playing on her iPod touch while she was using it in the car. Those of you that have or have had an iPod touch know that it's not the easiest thing to read while driving. To...
By: cmonaco3

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jul 2012 20:51:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Listen-Control-Audio-while-Showering/
Listen & Control Audio (Music) while Showering - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/S4AQ/H4AGJ4CR/F2CS4AQH4AGJ4CR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/S4AQ/H4AGJ4CR/F2CS4AQH4AGJ4CR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/S4AQ/H4AGJ4CR/F2CS4AQH4AGJ4CR.SMALL.jpg fitzbrian20 This project allows you to control a smart phone or audio device that has Bluetooth (BT) capabilities, playing to a speaker installed inside a shower. Amplifier Build a mono amplifier. Mount on a single gang face place with volume control. This volume control will be rarely used as the BT devic...
By: fitzbrian20

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:23:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ipod-Touch-Spy-Car/
Ipod Touch Spy Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/CIMZ/H3XN8IG5/FM9CIMZH3XN8IG5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/CIMZ/H3XN8IG5/FM9CIMZH3XN8IG5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/CIMZ/H3XN8IG5/FM9CIMZH3XN8IG5.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv   With the Ipod Touch Spy Car, you can spy on anyone or record footage of an unknown area with your very own ipod touch!  Next time you need to find out what is going on in the basement when you are upstairs, just facetime your ipod touch, put it on the spy car, and drive while seeing what the ipo...
By: DoctorDv

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:59:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Altoids-Tin-iPod-SpeakerCase/
The Altoids Tin iPod Speaker/Case! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/UMK8/H1YOI17H/FTHUMK8H1YOI17H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/UMK8/H1YOI17H/FTHUMK8H1YOI17H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/UMK8/H1YOI17H/FTHUMK8H1YOI17H.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv So my friend pulled out his fancy new touchscreen iPod nano and went to the radio function to listen to some sports game.  He checked his pocket and was dissapointed when he found out he had no earbuds, so now he couldn't check the score.  The solution for this would be to build a small, affordable...
By: DoctorDv

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 15:05:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Pub-1-iPod-TV-Dock/
Paper Pub #1: iPod TV Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/2V9M/H1EN06EP/FXS2V9MH1EN06EP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/2V9M/H1EN06EP/FXS2V9MH1EN06EP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/2V9M/H1EN06EP/FXS2V9MH1EN06EP.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! ã��ã��ã�«ã�¡ã�¯ã�� Instructabrarians! Today I would like to unveil a new project series, all about the wonders of PAPERCRAFT.  If you couldn't tell from one of my previous works, I absolutely love papercrafts.  They're awesome- it's like 3D printing on a budget!  Even though I don't create all my p...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:59:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-Purpose-USB-Power-Adapter/
Multi Purpose USB Power Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/W16I/H0OJ0WYM/FYOW16IH0OJ0WYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/W16I/H0OJ0WYM/FYOW16IH0OJ0WYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/W16I/H0OJ0WYM/FYOW16IH0OJ0WYM.SMALL.jpg TechGadgets USB - we all use it every day. USB allows to share all kind of data on a small USB-Stick, on every PC. Even big amounts of data can be carried on an USB Hard drive. And it' s a perfekt power soure for mobile devices eg. cellphones or MP3-Players. But soon you'll spot the first problems. You just ha...
By: TechGadgets

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:29:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/200W-Punchy-Boombox-How-to-build/
200W Boombox (How to build) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/0G6I/H0OJ0MMS/FWC0G6IH0OJ0MMS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/0G6I/H0OJ0MMS/FWC0G6IH0OJ0MMS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWC/0G6I/H0OJ0MMS/FWC0G6IH0OJ0MMS.SMALL.jpg eXtremeSomething This step by step guide will show you how to make your own boombox. So go forth and gather your tools to create your own awesome sounding boombox..... Tools you may need: Drill Variety of drill bits Table saw (or a normal wood saw) Hack saw Selection of screwdrivers Wood...
By: eXtremeSomething

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 18:35:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-USB-BatterySolar-charger-for-iPhone-and-i/
Altoids USB Battery/Solar charger for iPhone and iPod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SMALL.jpg haikuordie I know there are plenty of USB chargers out there for you to build.  But here's one that doesn't use a voltage regulator or an IC chip to power it.  The basic concept is to use 4 - AAA rechargeable batteries (1.2V a piece) to power the USB and a couple of solar cells to charge the batteries.  If you...
By: haikuordie

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 18:50:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Aural-Enhancer/
Steampunk Aural Enhancer. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/WFY8/FH9HU6MR/FRAWFY8FH9HU6MR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/WFY8/FH9HU6MR/FRAWFY8FH9HU6MR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/WFY8/FH9HU6MR/FRAWFY8FH9HU6MR.SMALL.jpg KronoNaut Found in an antique shop, this was used to change the mood of people around you. Certain sounds when played by this device will make people break out on song and dance. During WWI the allies used these devices to pacify their enemy. Download vintage recordings, and get a portable speaker system. ...
By: KronoNaut

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:15:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Grip-grip/
Grip grip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P5QC/GYVDIXN1/FHKP5QCGYVDIXN1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P5QC/GYVDIXN1/FHKP5QCGYVDIXN1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P5QC/GYVDIXN1/FHKP5QCGYVDIXN1.SMALL.jpg timwikander Grip grip is a simple solution for those who like to “go naked” with their iPod touch, but could use a little more grip around the edges. Materials 1 iPod touch 1 grocery store produce issue rubber band {or rubber band of equal size} *may require a trip to your local grocery store Stretch { Lo...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:44:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Curiously-Strong-Tripod-Mount-for-iPod-Touch-4/
Curiously Strong Tripod Mount for iPod Touch 4+ - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/2KRH/GYGGN7M0/FDT2KRHGYGGN7M0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/2KRH/GYGGN7M0/FDT2KRHGYGGN7M0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/2KRH/GYGGN7M0/FDT2KRHGYGGN7M0.SMALL.jpg Tomfhowe This is a quick tripod mount you can build that will attach an ipod touch to any standard tripod. As an added bonus, there's enough material left over after making the mount to make a little 4 legged stand for it as well! It should take around an hour to make! I made the one these pictures are of i...
By: Tomfhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:03:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-iPod-more-secure/
How to make your iPod more secure. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/NLKW/GYG8J2F0/FJZNLKWGYG8J2F0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/NLKW/GYG8J2F0/FJZNLKWGYG8J2F0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/NLKW/GYG8J2F0/FJZNLKWGYG8J2F0.SMALL.jpg Kiteman This Instructable was born of a student's panic when he lost his iPod Touch full of personal data, and was afraid he'd never get it back. The Instructable is quick and easy to do, requires no extra apps, and could save you a lot of money and heartache. A quick note There are two steps to this in...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2012 14:00:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laptop-Speaker-system-with-iPod-Touch-dock/
Laptop Speaker system with iPod Touch dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/37GG/GY4RADHG/FQ637GGGY4RADHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/37GG/GY4RADHG/FQ637GGGY4RADHG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/37GG/GY4RADHG/FQ637GGGY4RADHG.SMALL.jpg mpilchfamily While on long family trips we bring along our Netbook or Laptop with use as a portable entertainment system. Most often a pair of headphones isn't enough. I also prefer to have a decent set of speakers. Unfortunately the Speakers built into most laptops are not decent and don't get load enough. So w...
By: mpilchfamily

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 20:28:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Googly-Sound-Looking-back/
Googly Sound (Looking back!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SMALL.jpg bricabracwizard I saw these beautiful horns (Indian taxi horns, minus rubber bulb) at the market going for $20, I saw the chance for a new kind of sound from my iPhone!  The horns on this device look a bit like snails eyes on stalks!  If you like this I have created other artefacts which I don't have instructables ...
By: bricabracwizard

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:53:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrading-Arvin-tube-radio-chassis-with-new-caps-a/
Upgrading Arvin tube radio chassis with new caps and IPOD/AUX input - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/7E44/GQL8PWRT/F8V7E44GQL8PWRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/7E44/GQL8PWRT/F8V7E44GQL8PWRT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/7E44/GQL8PWRT/F8V7E44GQL8PWRT.SMALL.jpg florlayamp   After fixing up the cabinet to this radio and enjoying staring at it for awhile, it is finally time to take a whack at the chassis. It worked fairly good as it was but it had a hum that was always in the background which gets pretty annoying after awhile. Its also not good for the tubes and what n...
By: florlayamp

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:20:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Rechargeable-USB-Booster/
Retro Rechargeable USB Booster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/DPXS/GV0KKVZT/FYHDPXSGV0KKVZT.SMALL.jpg ben_k Portable iPod and phone chargers are by no means anything new.  However, there are two main aspects of portable chargers that I think could be improved without sacrificing any of their functionality.  These are: Aesthetics.  There is nothing wrong with an Altoids  tin, but there is also a lot o...
By: ben_k

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 11:20:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Conductive-Rubber-Transparent-stylus-iPodiP/
Make Conductive Rubber: Transparent stylus-iPod/iPhone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/29RB/GUA4M3BV/FOM29RBGUA4M3BV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/29RB/GUA4M3BV/FOM29RBGUA4M3BV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/29RB/GUA4M3BV/FOM29RBGUA4M3BV.SMALL.jpg mikey77 I call it Oogoo II. It is a DIY conductive silicone rubber that can be used to create a transparent stylus for iPod, iPhone, iPad, and other capacitive screen smart phones. Because the contact part of the stylus is transparent, you can see your lines and draw more precisely than with a regular styl...
By: mikey77

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:09:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-USB-iPhone-iPod-Charger-On-The-Cheep/
Make a USB iPhone iPod Charger On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SMALL.jpg matt.e.jenkins There are many designs for iPhone chargers out there and many are confusing or use parts that are hard to find.  My design uses parts that are easy to find, is tested works with all iPhones and iPods (as of this posting), and just works.  It is a fun and useful project.  I made one a few years ago ...
By: matt.e.jenkins

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:46:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-Music-Table-RFID-iPod-No-menus-no-button/
Magic Music Table No menus, no buttons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn NOTE: This instructable is now slightly old and a better machine has been made with lower cost parts and much better software that automatically allows you to "pair" new cards with new tracks as they are added to the iPod playlist. iPod playback track selection simply by putting RFID "bricks" on a ...
By: XenonJohn

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Oct 2011 10:16:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modify-a-cheap-USB-charger-to-feed-an-iPod-iPhone/
Modify a cheap USB charger to feed an iPod, iPhone or Samsung Galaxy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/ZCQR/GTCP49F0/F54ZCQRGTCP49F0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/ZCQR/GTCP49F0/F54ZCQRGTCP49F0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/ZCQR/GTCP49F0/F54ZCQRGTCP49F0.SMALL.jpg Caffeinomane A couple of years ago I got an iPod touch as a gift and I decided to buy a USB charger for it. So I bought a really cheap one but it never worked. The iPod, once connected, did not like it and did not want to charge. Since it was so cheap I just let it sit in a drawer forgetting about it. A little ...
By: Caffeinomane

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Oct 2011 12:16:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wino-Boogie-Boom-Box/
Wino Boogie Boom Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/J0Y4/GR9T2DTG/FNZJ0Y4GR9T2DTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/J0Y4/GR9T2DTG/FNZJ0Y4GR9T2DTG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/J0Y4/GR9T2DTG/FNZJ0Y4GR9T2DTG.SMALL.jpg naboooski Untitled from nabooski on Vimeo . My first instructable , I know there are dozens of these here, whatevs. I wanted an easy DIY ipod speaker system for the job site. I didn't want to order amplifires or other parts online.  Keep it simple stupid. Build your own Portable and Rechargeable ipod...
By: naboooski

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:34:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-charge-an-iPhoneiPod-with-a-camera-charger/
How to charge an iPhone/iPod with a camera charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/9D1A/GQKLPH2X/FRT9D1AGQKLPH2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/9D1A/GQKLPH2X/FRT9D1AGQKLPH2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/9D1A/GQKLPH2X/FRT9D1AGQKLPH2X.SMALL.jpg Weldeon In this instructable, i am using my brother's camera charger to charge my iPod touch. As long as the charger is USB, it should work. If you mess up and destroy your charger/iphone/ipod, I am not responsible. Materials You will need: iPhone/iPod Your charging cable a USB camera charger Plug yo...
By: Weldeon

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:01:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Boombox/
DIY Solar Boombox / GhettoBlaster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FYO/R6M0/F1A4XXCH/FYOR6M0F1A4XXCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYO/R6M0/F1A4XXCH/FYOR6M0F1A4XXCH.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYO/R6M0/F1A4XXCH/FYOR6M0F1A4XXCH.SMALL.jpg pekar You can construct a solar powered boombox for as little as $75 Combine a small, energy efficient digital amplifier, cheap bookshelf speakers, batteries, a small solar panel, and your MP3 player as a source. Fasten everything together, add a handle, and take it on the road! This project makes for ...
By: pekar

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2007 09:45:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Car-Speakers/
Cheap and Easy Car Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/5F5L/GLL4NKS3/FKZ5F5LGLL4NKS3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/5F5L/GLL4NKS3/FKZ5F5LGLL4NKS3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/5F5L/GLL4NKS3/FKZ5F5LGLL4NKS3.SMALL.jpg misteravocado5 This was the problem that faced me: my car is old enough that it doesn't have an AUX jack to plug an iPod into. However, it's not old enough to have a cassette tape player, so I can't use one of those nifty adapters. Retrofitting it so that it does have a jack would be too expensive. The result is t...
By: misteravocado5

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Apr 2011 14:25:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Ultimate-Ipod-Altoids-Case/
The Ultimate Ipod Altoid's Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/7XWD/FEMY2SW6/FJI7XWDFEMY2SW6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/7XWD/FEMY2SW6/FJI7XWDFEMY2SW6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/7XWD/FEMY2SW6/FJI7XWDFEMY2SW6.SMALL.jpg dci We here at DCI would like you to know that this is maybe considered satire so don't try most of this at home you could really get injured or ruin your Ipod. With that out of the way feel free to try this I'm not your damn mother. It's happened to all of us. After building so many projects for your I...
By: dci

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Apr 2008 15:18:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-easy-iPod-or-gadget-car-mount/
Cheap and easy iPod (or gadget) car mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XLYB/GKKEHH6Z/FBQXLYBGKKEHH6Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XLYB/GKKEHH6Z/FBQXLYBGKKEHH6Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XLYB/GKKEHH6Z/FBQXLYBGKKEHH6Z.SMALL.jpg Mike73 I recently bought an iPod touch and a protective case to go with it. While using the iPod in my car, I really found it inconvenient to change tracks while driving. You can only skip songs after pressing the home button first, then swiping across the screen to unlock the player. First of all, I had t...
By: Mike73

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:54:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Laptop-Touchpad/
Arduino + Laptop Touchpad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/KCBK/GJQE8N2U/FH7KCBKGJQE8N2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/KCBK/GJQE8N2U/FH7KCBKGJQE8N2U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/KCBK/GJQE8N2U/FH7KCBKGJQE8N2U.SMALL.jpg japala Yes, this is more or less your average touchpad that one can find from inside a laptop. This model, like majority of touchpads out there operates with PS/2 standard. This means that it can be directly plugged in to a PS/2 connector and with proper drivers, function as a mouse. As it happens the PS/...
By: japala

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Feb 2011 08:03:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-iPod-Portable-Rig/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/RI9T/GJ7MMAHG/FPURI9TGJ7MMAHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/RI9T/GJ7MMAHG/FPURI9TGJ7MMAHG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/RI9T/GJ7MMAHG/FPURI9TGJ7MMAHG.SMALL.jpg brass eyes I wanted to make a steampunk ipod case for a while, but for me it had to be made of real wood and brass. The first attemp was constructed from mahogony, but alas was shorted lived as when I attempted to srew the two halves together it cracked to pieces. So the idea was shelved for a while untill i ...
By: brass eyes

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 23:39:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ammo-Box-Speakers-1/
Ammo Box Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/38RI/GH4AK0GX/F8J38RIGH4AK0GX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/38RI/GH4AK0GX/F8J38RIGH4AK0GX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/38RI/GH4AK0GX/F8J38RIGH4AK0GX.SMALL.jpg dustinbikes This instructable will demonstrate how to turn a .50 caliber ammunition box into a sweet set of speakers that can be used with your mp3 player, laptop, or any other portable device. This set of speakers is rugged, compact, easy to take on the go, and LOUD!  The whole project will cost about $50.00 ...
By: dustinbikes

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jan 2011 18:17:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dieselpunk-Stereophonic-Amplifier/
Dieselpunk Stereophonic Amplifier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/CSNF/G5FQZTNB/FCKCSNFG5FQZTNB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/CSNF/G5FQZTNB/FCKCSNFG5FQZTNB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/CSNF/G5FQZTNB/FCKCSNFG5FQZTNB.SMALL.jpg garagemonkeysan Every so often projects start out simple but end up taking way more time than first anticipated. Here is one of those projects that got out of hand. My original intent was to make a small, simple, powered speaker box. Nothing fancy, just a low power amp, used computer speakers, all housed in a ...
By: garagemonkeysan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Feb 2010 09:33:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-iPod-Amp/
Simple iPod Amp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQQ/9RM2/ECSEP27UHPQ/FQQ9RM2ECSEP27UHPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQQ/9RM2/ECSEP27UHPQ/FQQ9RM2ECSEP27UHPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQQ/9RM2/ECSEP27UHPQ/FQQ9RM2ECSEP27UHPQ.SMALL.jpg joe I wanted a simple iPod amp for my garage. You need listen to something when you are working on your bike right? I only had one extra stereo speaker, so I only made it mono. If you have two speakers, just make this twice and you have a stereo amp. The name of the game here is simple, but feel free ...
By: joe

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Mar 2006 09:52:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-Another-iWatchband/
iWatchband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/O7QY/GFRWP08E/F2SO7QYGFRWP08E.SMALL.jpg acaz93 I came back! This time to show you how to assemble a basic, and mostly free Wristband for the Newest iPod nano, so you can make the legendary iWatch. It's an easy 5 minute project, and you may already have everything that's needed. So, Let's go ahead! 31/10/10: Featured today! Thanks everyone!...
By: acaz93

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 23:23:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Your-Own-Screen-Protector-for-less-th/
How to Make Your Own Screen Protector (for less than a nickel!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/BJFS/GDPPMAOD/F4EBJFSGDPPMAOD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/BJFS/GDPPMAOD/F4EBJFSGDPPMAOD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/BJFS/GDPPMAOD/F4EBJFSGDPPMAOD.SMALL.jpg jen7714 So here's the story: you buy an expensive touchscreen phone or a iPod touch and do everything you can to protect it so you decide to visit an electronic store to buy a screen protector. Turns out the phone's not the only thing that's expensive; the little piece of plastic to protect your phone just ...
By: jen7714

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Sep 2010 14:25:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-bricked-ipod-Classic-80-gb/
Repair bricked ipod Classic 80 gb - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/5U58/GE7LBFRO/F7M5U58GE7LBFRO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/5U58/GE7LBFRO/F7M5U58GE7LBFRO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/5U58/GE7LBFRO/F7M5U58GE7LBFRO.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Itunes 9 update 1.1 bricked my kid's ipod Classic 80 gb. Would you like to update?  Spin the wheel of chance with Mr. Jobs. Caitlin had "misplaced" her ipod for a long time and wanted to take it along on our summer vacation trip.  She found it and plugged it in and charged it up with the wall wart....
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:33:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ipod-or-mp3-player-hardcase-from-a-book/
ipod or mp3 player hardcase from a book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZT/0M6Z/B3PEQ6T1WQD/FZT0M6ZB3PEQ6T1WQD.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZT/0M6Z/B3PEQ6T1WQD/FZT0M6ZB3PEQ6T1WQD.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZT/0M6Z/B3PEQ6T1WQD/FZT0M6ZB3PEQ6T1WQD.SMALL.jpg hivoltage recycle a used/useless book into an a functional hard case for an ipod or other mp3 player! gather your tools and materials you need: an old book, preferably hardcover, thick enough to accomodate your music player, some white glue, elmers or equivalent, something to hold the glue in (film caniste...
By: hivoltage

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2006 16:41:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-iPod-Speaker-from-a-Hallmark-Music-Card/
Make an iPod Speaker from a Hallmark Music Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BQ0H/FG7KTG18/FQUBQ0HFG7KTG18.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BQ0H/FG7KTG18/FQUBQ0HFG7KTG18.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BQ0H/FG7KTG18/FQUBQ0HFG7KTG18.SMALL.jpg justinseiter Ever get one of those cards for your birthday that plays music when you open it? Don't throw it away! With a little help from Tony the Tiger, you can use it as a speaker for your iPod. required materials Hallmark Music CardOld headphonesOne empty cereal box from a Kellogg's Cereal Variety Pack -...
By: justinseiter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 21:09:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Charge-Any-USB-Device-by-Riding-Your-Bike/
How to Charge Any USB Device by Riding Your Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/8JE0/F3KLNUEJ/FNC8JE0F3KLNUEJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/8JE0/F3KLNUEJ/FNC8JE0F3KLNUEJ.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FNC/8JE0/F3KLNUEJ/FNC8JE0F3KLNUEJ.SMALL.jpg JeffB To start off, this project was started when we received a grant from the Lemelson-MIT Program. (Josh, if you're reading this, we love you.) A team of 6 students and one teacher put this project together, and we have decided to put it on Instructables in hopes of winning a laser cutter, or at lea...
By: JeffB

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2007 17:01:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-Ipod-Nano-Battery-1st-Gen/
Replace Ipod Nano Battery (1st Gen) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/KA7B/GC4G1D6D/FZHKA7BGC4G1D6D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/KA7B/GC4G1D6D/FZHKA7BGC4G1D6D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/KA7B/GC4G1D6D/FZHKA7BGC4G1D6D.SMALL.jpg frenzy This instructable goes over how to change the battery in your 1st Gen Ipod Nano. This ipod was found in the junk pile at instructables with a bloated battery. Next time your friend throws out their old ipod, try to fix it up! Supplies You need a bit of supplies to complete this: A Broken iPod ...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Aug 2010 14:36:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/iMacPad/
iMacPad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/YUQL/GC5ZHBE6/FZEYUQLGC5ZHBE6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/YUQL/GC5ZHBE6/FZEYUQLGC5ZHBE6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/YUQL/GC5ZHBE6/FZEYUQLGC5ZHBE6.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe So, I recently made the choice of buying an iPad. So far it has been great, but I needed somewhere to dock and use the iPad when it was not in use. Or to allow me to have a desktop experience with the iPad. A few examples include: Using the iPad as a separate instant messaging portal (with the...
By: gmjhowe

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