http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 04:17:24 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-USB-Charger-Version-2.0/
Portable USB Charger (Version 2.0) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SMALL.jpg GoodAtIt The project name says it all. It is a device that will charge things like Ipods, PDAs, other other devices that plugs into a USB to charge. Supplies The parts needed for this project are all in the second picture. You will require: LM or MC 7805 +5VDC Voltage Regulator Type-A Female USB Port 10...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Apr 2006 18:12:00 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 02:05:05 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 neede...
By: tomatoskins

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:58:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wire-a-headphone-jack-to-a-speaker/
How to wire a headphone jack to a speaker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/ZD51/FVW22M7G/FNBZD51FVW22M7G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/ZD51/FVW22M7G/FNBZD51FVW22M7G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/ZD51/FVW22M7G/FNBZD51FVW22M7G.SMALL.jpg Dr. D I was trying to figure out how to do this for a very long time when I finally figured it out by piecing together different pieces of information I found in many different instructions. This helped me a lot and I hope it helps you with all of your speaker projects!You Will Need:A speaker (I got mine ...
By: Dr. D

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:17:16 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/Cracked-Screen-Prank/
Cracked Screen Prank!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/Q75F/GLWQVBQQ/FZVQ75FGLWQVBQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/Q75F/GLWQVBQQ/FZVQ75FGLWQVBQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/Q75F/GLWQVBQQ/FZVQ75FGLWQVBQQ.SMALL.jpg Blastboy Trying to scare your friends??? Its almost April 1st and with new technology coming out, new and better pranks are made. Simply using apps or walllpapers. Its that simple!! Download The first thing to do is to choose whether to download "cracked screen" as an app or wallpaper. I personally would...
By: Blastboy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:07:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/IPhone-amplifier-made-%c3%a2%c3%a2of-cheap-materials/
IPhone amplifier made of cheap materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/6KGO/H7UQN2SR/FDT6KGOH7UQN2SR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/6KGO/H7UQN2SR/FDT6KGOH7UQN2SR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDT/6KGO/H7UQN2SR/FDT6KGOH7UQN2SR.SMALL.jpg ornevo You want to increase the volume of iPhone music? Do not want to buy expensive speakers? You are on a camping trip or in the office and want to listen to music? Here you will find the answer! Step One What materials are needed? IPhone Knife 2 cups Styrofoam / plastic / paper Plastic bottle / can I...
By: ornevo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Oct 2012 10:56:07 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/Cheap-IphoneIpod-armband/
Cheap Iphone/Ipod armband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/XFM4/FRAAPPKM/FVIXFM4FRAAPPKM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/XFM4/FRAAPPKM/FVIXFM4FRAAPPKM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/XFM4/FRAAPPKM/FVIXFM4FRAAPPKM.SMALL.jpg stevenrnelson First, here are the things you'll need. Scissors and an old tube sock. It doesn't have to be pretty, unless you want it to be. Arts and crafts are up to you. Line up the cut Next, cut the tube sock about two lengths down from the top. A good way to do this is to simply put your ipod or other devi...
By: stevenrnelson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:35:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/JailBreaking-your-Ipod-Touch-3g/
JailBreaking your Ipod Touch 3rd generation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/3OEU/G43EJT6S/F5Q3OEUG43EJT6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/3OEU/G43EJT6S/F5Q3OEUG43EJT6S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/3OEU/G43EJT6S/F5Q3OEUG43EJT6S.SMALL.jpg dogs10109 TETHERED FOR 3rd GEN, NON TETHERED FOR FIRST AND SECOND GENS This Cristmas 2009 I received a new ipod touch 3g. after playing with it for a day or two I found that I couldn't do anything that apple didnt want me to I couldn't even access my ipods files through the My Computer program. So in a rebe...
By: dogs10109

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:48:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-Cydia-Apps-and-Sources-List/
How to use Cydia + Apps and Sources List - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/60NB/FSPRQ26D/FJ160NBFSPRQ26D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/60NB/FSPRQ26D/FJ160NBFSPRQ26D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/60NB/FSPRQ26D/FJ160NBFSPRQ26D.SMALL.jpg lukethebook333 In this Instructable I will show you how to do the following:1. Finding the App2. Upgrading Cydia3. Update your Applications4.Searching for New Applications5. Installing New Applications6. Remove or Reinstall Applications7. Adding Sources8. View and Manage Storage9. Some great Suggested Sources10....
By: lukethebook333

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:38:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Awesome-iPod-Touch-1st-gen-Game-Boy-Color-Case/
Awesome iPod Touch (1st gen) Game Boy Color Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/3VON/FXA3CVY8/FDU3VONFXA3CVY8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/3VON/FXA3CVY8/FDU3VONFXA3CVY8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/3VON/FXA3CVY8/FDU3VONFXA3CVY8.SMALL.jpg mr_goodbytes this is an ipod case made from an old GB color. as you can see, it still looks exactly like a game boy in the front, but on the back, theres an ipod! its good if you dont want your ipod stolen, caus it looks like an old, jank gameboy Opening the GameBoy because those bastard at nintendo are so af...
By: mr_goodbytes

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:33:42 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/Easy-Custom-Fit-Earphones/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/G9FW/GSUT34HU/FYBG9FWGSUT34HU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/G9FW/GSUT34HU/FYBG9FWGSUT34HU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/G9FW/GSUT34HU/FYBG9FWGSUT34HU.SMALL.jpg Meeknok This project enables you to make your own custom earphones the easy way. No drilling or delicate work required.  This is based on MDHGuys "Custom Fit Earbuds" , iLovegm's "Making a custom in-ear monitor"  and mikey77's "How to make your own Sugru alternative" .  Having tried the other tutorials on...
By: Meeknok

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Oct 2011 12:10:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Put-an-iPod-Nike%2b-sensor-in-any-running--shoe-in-o/
Put an iPod Nike+ sensor in any running shoe in one minute for 5 cents - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FO3/D483/F5Y3TRVM/FO3D483F5Y3TRVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FO3/D483/F5Y3TRVM/FO3D483F5Y3TRVM.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FO3/D483/F5Y3TRVM/FO3D483F5Y3TRVM.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus Using the Nike+ system is truly awesome, but my feet don't like Nike shoes so I needed to figure out a way to put the sensor into my regular running shoes. I found some shoe pouches on Amazon, but didn't want to pay $10 for a tiny piece of neoprene that I could get myself.Before I ran to the store t...
By: fungus amungus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2007 15:17:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-home-made-stylus-for-your-IPhone-IP/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/PL2B/H1YOAYLY/FLMPL2BH1YOAYLY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/PL2B/H1YOAYLY/FLMPL2BH1YOAYLY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/PL2B/H1YOAYLY/FLMPL2BH1YOAYLY.SMALL.jpg TheNailDutchess Hello Everyone :) Here is a video with step by step instructions on how to make your own stylus using everyday household items :)
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 01:54:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/External-Xbox-360-Hard-Drive-HDD/
External Xbox 360 Hard Drive (HDD) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/KI6V/FT7PQKLM/F06KI6VFT7PQKLM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/KI6V/FT7PQKLM/F06KI6VFT7PQKLM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/KI6V/FT7PQKLM/F06KI6VFT7PQKLM.SMALL.jpg The magical duct tape kid This instructable is on how to create your own external Xbox 360 hard drive. This hard drive can be used to store: Music, videos, photos, a much more! Supplies What you need for this instructable is:1 Xbox 3601 external hard drive1 USB cable1 Power cable ( if your external hard drive requires it)...
By: The magical duct tape kid

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Apr 2009 11:09:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Levis-Denim-iPodiPhone-Case/
Denim Gadget Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/FHRO/FYAJFN0V/F0XFHROFYAJFN0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/FHRO/FYAJFN0V/F0XFHROFYAJFN0V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/FHRO/FYAJFN0V/F0XFHROFYAJFN0V.SMALL.jpg =SMART= This got featured on Gizmodo !! Click here to see itOver the summer holidays i've been doing a lot of stuff, and like a real man, i wore jeans. However the things i do are so awesome the jeans couldn't take it any more and big holes apeared at the knees.Usually this would be fine and i would just ke...
By: =SMART=

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:23:21 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/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/Solar-Altoids-USB-Charger/
DIY Solar USB Charger - Altoids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/0D44/GMSXIHN3/FK50D44GMSXIHN3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/0D44/GMSXIHN3/FK50D44GMSXIHN3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/0D44/GMSXIHN3/FK50D44GMSXIHN3.SMALL.jpg JoshuaZimmerman I've been reading a bunch of blogs this fine Earth Day morning and have noticed that most of them are posting little write ups about green solar powered USB gadget chargers.  They're all quite nice, but also quite expensive.  I don't think I've seen any for less than $60, and I've not seen one that ...
By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Apr 2011 14:12:51 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/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/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/How-to-jailbreak-ipod-touch-with-firmware-421-or/
How to jailbreak ipod touch with firmware 4.2.1 or lower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/9A8R/GNJD0SW9/FEQ9A8RGNJD0SW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/9A8R/GNJD0SW9/FEQ9A8RGNJD0SW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/9A8R/GNJD0SW9/FEQ9A8RGNJD0SW9.SMALL.jpg tthrower18 This is my first instructable on how to jailbreak an ipod touch with firmware 4.2.1 or lower.  Jailbreaking you ipod gives you many opportunities for free stuff like music and videos, you have a theme on your ipod and so much more.  A lot of people may think it takes a genius to jailbreak an ipod to...
By: tthrower18

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 May 2011 15:14:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-USB-Car-Charger-For-Any-iPod-/
How To Make Your Own USB Car Charger For Any iPod Or Other Devices That Charge Via USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SMALL.jpg murph38_99 Create a USB car charger for any iPod or other Device that Charges Via USB by splicing together a car adapter that outputs 5v and USB Female plug. The most important part of this project is to make sure that the output your chosen car adapter is between 4.75v and 5.25v otherwise you risk damaging yo...
By: murph38_99

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2006 02:46:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/iPod-PVC-Boombox/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/4HUX/GPZ9R7V7/FAC4HUXGPZ9R7V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/4HUX/GPZ9R7V7/FAC4HUXGPZ9R7V7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/4HUX/GPZ9R7V7/FAC4HUXGPZ9R7V7.SMALL.jpg mwheeler3 I have been (without luck) looking for a beach-proof boombox with an iPod dock. Aside from a jobsite radio; like a Bosch or Milwaukee, there’s nothing I would kick around the sand. But, these tend to be on the hefty side.So, I decided to build my own. This project went thru several versions. The ima...
By: mwheeler3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:43:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-iPod-Video-Projector/
Make an iPod Video Projector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/S84C/FD72PO4I/FPOS84CFD72PO4I.SMALL.jpg tanntraad Project video and pictures on a screen using your iPod! The setup The idea is simple, Focus the light from your iPod onto a nearby screen by means of lenses and mirrors. Cardboard is underrated Making prototypes is fast and easy using cardboard and a glue gun. A layer of black tape and that A...
By: tanntraad

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:25:29 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/Adding-a-direct-line-in-to-your-car-stereo-for-an-/
Adding a direct line-in to your car stereo for an iPod/mp3 player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/7JQM/FPIOLR5G/FZZ7JQMFPIOLR5G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/7JQM/FPIOLR5G/FZZ7JQMFPIOLR5G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/7JQM/FPIOLR5G/FZZ7JQMFPIOLR5G.SMALL.jpg pickingrin This instructable will show you how to add an auxiliary input, like a headphone jack, to your car so you can listen to an iPod/mp3 player/GPS or anything that has a line-out through your cars stereo. While I will be adding it on my '99 Chevy Suburban, it can very easily be done on almost all cars...
By: pickingrin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Jul 2009 13:50:27 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/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/April-Fools-Toilet-Prank/
April Fools Toilet Prank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/DQHQ/FEAQ3TT1/F82DQHQFEAQ3TT1.SMALL.jpg The magical duct tape kid This April Fools joke is probably my personal favorite. This joke is more for guys. Supplies 1. some clear plastic wrap 2. 1 roll duct tape 3. 1 pair scissors 4. A toilet Preparation A. First, lift both of the toilet seats up as in picture 1. B. Next, you will need to cut five duct tape str...
By: The magical duct tape kid

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:40:47 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/MintyBoost!---Small-battery-powered-USB-charger/
MintyBoost! - Small battery-powered USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXV/N3MO/KHCEP2807KY/FXVN3MOKHCEP2807KY.SMALL.jpg ladyada This project details a small & simple, but very powerful USB charger for your mp3 player, camera, cell phone, and any other gadget you can plug into a USB port to charge! The charger circuitry and 2 AA batteries fit into an Altoids gum tin, and will run your iPod for hours: 2.5x more than you'd get...
By: ladyada

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 May 2006 04:37:09 PDT 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/What-to-do-when-iTunes-does-not-recognize-your-iPo/
What to do when iTunes does not recognize your iPod. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/9HZH/FDYPT9UC/FE19HZHFDYPT9UC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/9HZH/FDYPT9UC/FE19HZHFDYPT9UC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE1/9HZH/FDYPT9UC/FE19HZHFDYPT9UC.SMALL.jpg iRepairSquad So you received your new iPod and you are so excited to use it. You plug the USB cord in the computer and plug the other end into your iPod. Now you encounter a problem. For some reason iTunes is not detecting your iPod. You might think this is a problem with your iPod. The reality is that it is mos...
By: iRepairSquad

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:12:48 PDT 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/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

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:24:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/-ver-20-Literally-Dock-your-Iphone-itouch-ip/
-=ver 2.0=- Literally : Dock your Iphone itouch ipod to your car audio cassette slot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/I3WN/G9C6ZA8J/FAWI3WNG9C6ZA8J.SMALL.jpg z3ds Hi, this is an upgraded version of my other instructable : Literally : Dock your Ipod to your car audio cassette slot The instructions wont be as thorough as my first version so if you are confused on whats happening, just check out the first one. This new version is more flexible which can accomm...
By: z3ds

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 May 2010 08:59:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DVD-Drive-iPod-Dock/
DVD Drive iPod Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/MICO/G9GQGUXF/FVJMICOG9GQGUXF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/MICO/G9GQGUXF/FVJMICOG9GQGUXF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/MICO/G9GQGUXF/FVJMICOG9GQGUXF.SMALL.jpg scorpus57 I noticed recently that my DVD drive wasn’t getting much love, but my iPod Nano was getting loads of use and needs charging all the time. An idea came to me suddenly one day that I should put the two together and make a simple dock for my iPod from my DVD drive and some materials I have lying around...
By: scorpus57

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 May 2010 20:03:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Tin-18-Stereo-Mixer/
Altoids Tin 1/8" Stereo Mixer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/WD25/G8QJREAV/FFNWD25G8QJREAV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/WD25/G8QJREAV/FFNWD25G8QJREAV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/WD25/G8QJREAV/FFNWD25G8QJREAV.SMALL.jpg richfiddler11 My car stereo has only one 'Aux' input, but I have several gadgets that I like to hear on a trip without swapping cables: MP3 Player, talking GPS, Blackberry, XM player, Kindle, etc. I couldn't find a commercial solution, so I came up with this little passive audio mixer that takes 1/8" headphone o...
By: richfiddler11

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 May 2010 12:03:54 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/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/Oh-sew-stylish-iPod-control-evening-dress/
Oh sew stylish - iPod control evening dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/V8Y0/G3TDWHVU/FHNV8Y0G3TDWHVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/V8Y0/G3TDWHVU/FHNV8Y0G3TDWHVU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/V8Y0/G3TDWHVU/FHNV8Y0G3TDWHVU.SMALL.jpg aniomagic "Bright Patches" is a lovely silk halter-back evening dress by Lynne Bruning.   Gorgeous, yes? Now look closely. Notice anything...?   Now why would we ask such a question?  Remember, Aniomagic is about stylishly blending electronics with fashion.   After studying this project, you'll be able to dra...
By: aniomagic

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Jan 2010 10:48:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-solar-iPodiPhone-charger-aka-Might/
How to make a solar iPod/iPhone charger -aka MightyMintyBoost - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/UH9D/FU6LR2MF/FNDUH9DFU6LR2MF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/UH9D/FU6LR2MF/FNDUH9DFU6LR2MF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/UH9D/FU6LR2MF/FNDUH9DFU6LR2MF.SMALL.jpg Honus I wanted a charger for my iPodTouch and the MintyBoost was definitely my first choice. I wanted to take it a bit further and make it not only rechargeable but also solar powered. The other issue is that the iPhone and iPodTouch have large batteries in them and will deplete the two AA batteries in th...
By: Honus

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