The latest and fifth beta Firefox 4.0 web browser has just been released by Mozilla and includes faster graphics and new audio capabilities for HTML5. Watch the video below for a 2-minute run-through of its features. This new version comes hardware acceleration enabled by default on Windows and … [Read more...] about Firefox 4 Beta Offers Audio API
Archives for September 2010
DIY Equinox Clock
We have featured quite a few geeky clocks here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one was created by designer Bram Knaapen, the DIY Equinox Clock. The DIY Equinox Clock is one of the coolest clocks we have featured. It is made from a range of simple parts and an Arduino, which makes it accessible for … [Read more...] about DIY Equinox Clock
Mind-Reading Machine Converts Thoughts Into Speech
A new breakthrough has enabled researchers to translate brain signals into speech with a 90 percent accuracy rate. This advancement offers a potential method of communication for patients who are paralyzed and cannot speak, with practical applications expected in around two to three years of … [Read more...] about Mind-Reading Machine Converts Thoughts Into Speech
Nokia N8 UK Price, £429 Launching End Of September
Nokia has finally announced pricing details for their latest smartphone here in the UK, the Nokia N8. The Nokia N8 will be available in the UK in the last week of September. You will be able to either purchase the Nokia N8 as a SIM free smartphone for £429, or with a mobile phone contract with a … [Read more...] about Nokia N8 UK Price, £429 Launching End Of September
iFixit Tears Down The iPod Shuffle
The guys over at iFixit are at it again. Their latest victim is Apple's new iPod Shuffle, which they have meticulously taken apart to see what is inside. Apparently, this was a particularly challenging device to disassemble due to the minuscule size of its components. Inside the new iPod Shuffle, … [Read more...] about iFixit Tears Down The iPod Shuffle
Mophie Juice Pack Air For iPhone 4
We have featured a number of different battery backup devices for the iPhone here at Geeky Gadgets, and while you won't need to use one as much with the iPhone 4 as you did with the 3G and 3GS, heavy users of the iPhone 4 will still find a battery backup device quite beneficial. The iPhone 4, … [Read more...] about Mophie Juice Pack Air For iPhone 4
Verizon Offering Samsung Fascinate Buy One Get One Free Deal
Verizon has started selling their version of the Samsung Galaxy S, the Samsung Fascinate, and they are offering a deal to customers who are looking to purchase the Samsung Fascinate. The Samsung Fascinate is available for $199 on a two-year contract, but if you buy one, Verizon will give you … [Read more...] about Verizon Offering Samsung Fascinate Buy One Get One Free Deal
Oracle Responds To HP Mark Hurd Lawsuit
HP has filed a lawsuit against their former CEO Mark Hurd, who has recently joined Oracle as co-president. The lawsuit is an attempt to stop Hurd from working for Oracle, and HP is saying that Hurd may disclose trade secrets to Oracle. Oracle has now responded to HP, and their response is quite … [Read more...] about Oracle Responds To HP Mark Hurd Lawsuit
iPod Touch Review Roundup
Just over a week ago, Apple announced their new iPod Touch. The new iPod Touch features the stunning Retina Display that is also present in the iPhone 4, providing users with a crisp and vibrant visual experience. Additionally, it boasts the same powerful processor found in the iPhone 4, the Apple … [Read more...] about iPod Touch Review Roundup
HP Sues Former CEO Mark Hurd
Yesterday, Oracle announced that former HP CEO Mark Hurd would be joining Oracle in the role of Co-president. This significant move has stirred the tech industry, especially since HP has just announced that it will be suing Mark Hurd for potential leakage of HP trade secrets to Oracle. HP has … [Read more...] about HP Sues Former CEO Mark Hurd
Happy Covers Protect your iPad with Geeky Designs
Most of us really want to protect the cool gadgets that we spend our hard-earned money on. That is one of the reasons why there is such a huge market for accessories for things like the iPad and the iPhone. We also want the cases and sleeves we buy to protect our gadgets to look cool too. The … [Read more...] about Happy Covers Protect your iPad with Geeky Designs
University of Michigan Researchers Develop Laser Missile Defense System for Helicopters
When it comes to keeping US soldiers in battle safe the US spends lots of money on research. The amount of research into new weapons and defense systems around the country is staggering and the University of Michigan has announced a breakthrough today. The researchers have announced the development … [Read more...] about University of Michigan Researchers Develop Laser Missile Defense System for Helicopters
