It looks like those not able to get their own one-of-a-kind Ben Heck creation could soon be able to get their hands on the next best thing, as Ben (whose work on Engadget can be found here) has now lent some of his considerable talents to the forthcoming Gameport handheld, which promises to let you get your old school emulation fix with no questions asked.

ENGADGET: Ben Heck lends his hand to emulation-friendly Gameport handheld

Convinced that its success had come by focusing on engineering, the company continued to invest in each of these lines of business as if they each had to be the next big thing in their category, instead of turning these devices into a platform on which consumers could build their lives and on which digital partners could create and deliver new value.

BBC: Viewpoint: How Sony slipped back

Hartz also advises them to remember that people who have enjoyed success as Silicon Valley entrepreneurs are always looking for the next big thing and they enjoy helping the next generation along where their know-how matters.

FORBES: Silicon Valley Start-up Common: Where Tech Winners Give Back

Most entrepreneurs (myself included) are type A personalities who are always thinking about the next big thing or problem in their companies.

FORBES: Perspective: A Powerful Tool for Entrepreneurs

"You're not safe until the points say you are, until the three teams have that R next to their name, but the good thing is we're looking upwards and not downwards at the moment, " Ferdinand added.

BBC: Ferdinand pledges a 'professional job' against Hammers

It is their job to do so, and possibly the next best thing to psychological safety.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

It's time for plaintiffs' lawyers to start looking around for the "next big thing" with which to line their pockets from big business.

FORBES: Tobacco Doesn't Have To Turn Over A New Leaf

In other studies, the researchers showed how we prefer artwork and artists with potential to win awards over those that actually have, and prefer restaurants and chefs with the potential to be the next big thing in dining over the ones who have already made their name.

FORBES: The Surprising Secret to Selling You

Of course, most people are going to hang this thing in the window once, forget about it, and then spend the next several years powering their devices with the included AC adapter -- but at least they're trying, right?

ENGADGET: ReNu solar panels announced for iPhone charger, sound dock, LED desk lamp