Giant Robot Store and GR2 News

[youtube]2iZ0WuNvHr8[/youtube]   It’s a game, no it’s a robot! It’s only 1.35 million dollars. It’s Kuratas by Suidobashi Heavy Industry. The weapons are all in fun, except the gun does contain BBs. The aim has facial recognition, so it tracks humans. If you (the shooter) smiles, the gun starts firing! Want?!   videolink (it’s different than the Youtube video)  
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  Uglydoll Snowflakes! It’s not difficult. These are among the easier snowflakes to make including templates! Tools: Printer, scissors, X-Acto knife. Here’s how. a) Print out the template. b) Fold the paper. This seems simple, but it’s not as simple as you’d think. c) Cut out the dark portions and unfold!   Uglydoll Template http://giantrobot.com/snowflake/babotemplate.pdf http://giantrobot.com/snowflake/icebattemplate.pdf   Tips: The cleaner you fold, the better the result. When using the X-Acto, cut layer by layer. Don’t attempt to cut through the entire piece at one time. How to fold the paper. Photo 3 is the front – Photo 4 is the back
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Huell Howser retires quietly. That’s me way back in 2002, when Huell Howser walked through Sawtelle Blvd and used his Southern charm. He was a nice guy and did everything, one take. That’s sort of his charm. There are no errors. If he doesn’t know, he asks. Hope he’s doing ok. He’s rumored to be ill. The video is low resolution, but you’ll be able to see him, his charm and the beginning of the GR store. (LA Times – Huell Howser)
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