8 best apps for travellers to USA
Travelling has always been a big part of our lives. And if you want to make your USA trip pleasant, interesting and tasty it is all about having the right application in your smartphone. It is important to have the…
How has Technology benefitted the online Gaming World?
If there is a single factor that drives businesses forward in 2015, it is technology. Almost every conceivable industry has showcased this over time, but none more so than the rapidly gambling sector.Perhaps the best example of this is the…
The World’s Most Unusual Bar Games
Walk into any bar in the USA and you’re likely to see a group of guys, Bud in one hand, pool cue in the other. There’s likely to be someone in the corner flipping away on pinball. Or a collection…
Interesting & Alarming Facts About Cyber Security
Cyber security is hugely important today with the number of hackers and online scams increasing on a weekly basis throughout both the UK and internationally. So, here are a few facts about cyber security from Cyber Security blogs. These facts…
iPhone 6 vs iPhone 6 Plus: Does size REALLY matter?
The release of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has created quite a stir in the UK market, having shifted an incredible 21 million units during their first month on sale. Although each is bound by the iOS 8…
10 ways to make your car the envy of all your friends
Having a cool car is not just about the exterior novelties. Performance and better handling are important, as well. Here are 10 ways to make your car the envy of all your friends. 1. Get a good set of…
How to sell your antiques
There’s lots of reasons that you might decide to sell some of the antiques that you may be in possession of. It could be that you are moving and they won’t fit into your new home. It could be that…
Neuschwanstein Castle Pictures
Showcasing the stunning Neuschwanstein Castl in Bavaria, Germany. The original inspiration for the Disney fairytale castle.
20 coolest castles to visit in UK
If there’s one thing the UK does better than anywhere else in the world, it’s castles. The stunning ancient structures of Great Britain draw millions of visitors from all over the world each and every year – many of which…
Video Of Heaviest Single Firework Ever Launched
Watch this amazing video of the ‘heaviest’ single firework ever launched. The firework weighed 460 kg (1,014 lbs) and measured 120 cm (4 ft) in diameter, exploding into a ball of light measuring roughly 800 meters (2,625 ft) in diameter….
Stunning HD Time Lapse Tour Through Yosemite National Park
The Yosemite National Park in California has got to be one the most incredible parks in the world and is certainly top of our bucket list. Wondering why? Check out this awesome 200+ mile backpacking HD experience through Yosemite National…
20 Epic Entries In The 2014 National Beard & Mustache Championships
Showcasing pictures some of the coolest entires in this years National Beard and Moustache Championships, now in their 5th year. These superb photographs of contestants were captured by Greg Anderson. We’ve selected 20 of our personal favourite beards and moustaches from…
3 thought provoking philosophy videos about living your life
Why are we here? What do you desire? It’s these type of deep philosophical questions that we look at in 3 cool and highly thought-provoking videos about life. Featuring Steve Jobs, Alan Watts and Joe Rogan. Sit back and open your…
Planning A Trip To US? 10 Tips for Visiting Brits
Brits will undoubtedly experience more culture shock than they expected without brushing up on some rules and customs of American culture. Here are 10 helpful things UK visitors should keep in mind before crossing the Atlantic. 1. Apply For ESTA…
Star Wars Arcade Game: Battle Pod – From Concept to Cockpit
Check out the new Star Wars arcade game developed by Bandai-Namco. This looks so cool, we can’t wait to play this!
21 Of The Coolest Nature Entries – 2014 National Geographic Photo Contest
We’re massive fans of National Geographic here at Cool Things, especially their annual photo contest that showcase the best travel photos from amateur and professional photographers around the world. The contest, which will wrap up at the end of the…
3 Seriously High-Tech UK Military Planes
The UK boasts a number of leading high-tech military aircraft. These serve not only to boost the UK’s defensive capabilities, but to support British industry as well. Frequently, they are built partly or fully by UK companies, using materials sourced…
Cool picture of storm with mammatus clouds over Texas
Spotted this cool picture of a storm with mammatus clouds over Texas. These rare clouds were photographed by Mike Olbinski Equipment used? Canon 5d mark ii Canon 17-40mm f/4 l, 17mm, ISO 400, f/5.0, 1/40th sec
Coolest home cinemas you wish you owned
If you’ve got loads of money burning your pockets and want to make a shed load of friends then a home cinema setup is right up there with the coolest things you can have in your home to impress. You…
Benefits Of Superfast Broadband
The days of dial up internet are long behind us thank goodness! Today, fast internet broadband is the norm and has become nearly impossible to live without. Many people, devices, and gadgets are connected through the internet which makes having…
Introducing Glycine Watches – featuring the legendary Glycine Airman watch
Are you looking for a new watch? Want something a little bit different from what is on offer on the high-street? A watch with history and a story? Then look no further than Glycine watches. First, let’s start with a…
10 Cool Things You Can Do With Coffee
Coffee is often referred to as the nectar of the Gods, and rightly so – it’s up there as one of the most important crops in the world, having even been declared a Christian drink by Pope Clement VIII. While…
10 Most Expensive Homes in the World
Showcasing pictures and videos of ten of the most expensive homes in the world. Buying a property will be the most expensive purchase a person will no doubt make during their lifetime but there are few of us rich enough…
Cool…and Not So Cool Haircuts
A collection of pictures of some of the worst and craziest haircuts from around the World. A haircut is a statement. There are many types of haircut from the hot haircut, the big haircut, retro haircut to the really bad haircut….
Super Nifty Mobile Phone Accessories
There are so many mobile phone accessories on the market, all designed to make things that little bit easier when it comes to keeping in touch with friends. All varying in price, you might find some a bit more useful…
Celeb poker players – dotting cards with the stars
When the word ‘Bingo’ is brought up in conversation it’s safe to say that, for many people, the first images that come to mind are something along the lines of this… However, with rise of online gaming and social networking,…
Hitting the right beat: the coolest album covers
Music has come a long way over the years and although today’s modern tastes lean more towards digital music, the role of the album cover is far from obsolete. Over the years, a number of album covers have been the…
Timberland Earthkeeper Review
I was looking for a cool pair of shoes that would suit coastal walking in Cornwall where I live and also the odd photography job…along with everyday use. Not asking much! Anyway I came across Timberland Earthkeeper 2.0 boots which…
15 biggest breakthroughs in technology
We’ve come a long, long way in the past few centuries. Technology has vastly and remarkably improved, with new innovations and inventions being developed all the time. Sometimes we take for granted all of the incredible products and technologies we…
The Force Is Strong In This Collaboration – Vans & Star Wars
Star Wars and Vans return with another cool collaborative to take more hard earned money from us Star Wars fans. I’m a Star Wars fan. My two boys are now Star Wars fans. We also happen to wear Vans trainers….