"I shot this film over 12 days around the San Pedro de Atacama region of Northern Chile," writes videographer Nicholas Buer. "San Pedro is an oasis town in the Atacama and sits at an altitude of 2600m. The town is a great base to explore the fascinating landscapes that surround it, and everything just goes up and up. The Atacama is well-known for what are arguably the cleanest, darkest skies on Earth."
Time-lapse video of "the cleanest, darkest skies on Earth"
Jello Mold Timelapse [VIDEO]
There's something peaceful about watching this lime green blob of Jell-o gelatin succumb to entropy, and sprout a crown of mold. From Temponaut on YouTube. This channel produces interesting time-lapse videos. The gross ones are my favorites! Grody slow destruction is the best. [Video Link] READ THE REST
Gorgeous 4K hyperlapse of Los Angeles
FilmSpektakel (previously) has returned after a 3-year absence with A Taste of Los Angeles, the latest in their hyperlapse series of famous places. They hit a lot of the best-known spots in town, but they also include a very creative moments that are about as LA as they can get, like the match cuts of… READ THE REST
Hypnotic timelapse of things drying out
Christian Stangl (previously here) turned a common process into a gorgeous abstract short film using macro footage of things as they dry out. Life needs water. But this fluid tends to evaporate over time into a gaseous state. Drying out is a chemical process that takes hours, days or even weeks. Without enough water the… READ THE REST
This weighted blanket can stamp out your sleep troubles, and it's under $50
You've tried everything from mental exercises and relaxations to straight-up pharmaceuticals to combat your debilitating sleep issues. Who would've expected that that one of the best ways to get a sounder sleep was just a bit more weight? With sales surging and medical findings starting to back up the claims, now's a perfect time to… READ THE REST
This 11-course bundle will teach you how to build a killer Android app
As you scroll through hundreds of apps on the Google Play store, you might feel like every great app idea has already been done. Just remember that good ideas pop up all the time, and there's always something new to be created and explored. To accomplish this as app creator, you'll have to know the… READ THE REST
This foldable chair is perfect for outdoor adventures or just lounging at home
When you're out camping, at the beach, or even at a local park, you've got a handful of seating choices to choose from. You can go minimalist and just bring a towel, but that's almost universally uncomfortable. You can bring a cushion for a little more (but not much) comfort. Or, you can shell out… READ THE REST