Microsoft, Tooth Phone, Light Sabres & Artificial Eye

In a new suit that echoes earlier charges from Netscape, Sun Microsystems and others, Microsoft is accused of bullying companies out of using Burst.com products and stealing the streaming company's technology.

The 'tooth phone' consists of a tiny vibrator and a radio wave receiver implanted into a tooth during routine dental surgery. The phone was designed by Royal College of Art graduates James Auger and Jimmy Loizeau.

Being a Star Wars fan has made Jeff Parks a millionaire, he makes customised light sabres.

Canadian doctors implanted an artificial eye into a blind man — it performs well enough for him to be able to drive — admittedly in an empty parking lot.