The recent fitness craze that’s sweeping the U.S. has led to the development of a lot of nifty gadgets and apps - the most obvious example being fitness trackers. The Withings Pulse is the latest to appear on the scene. It was put on display back during CES as the Withings Smart Activity Tracker. … [Read more...] about Withings Pulse Finally Taking Pre-Orders – $99.95
Archives for June 2013
Electric Plane Motors?
The Paris Air Show was conducted during the last week, putting the latest and greatest aviation technology on show for all to see. Among many of the surprising announcements and demonstrations were experimental electric motors for planes. We all know about the auto industry’s attempt at … [Read more...] about Electric Plane Motors?
Walmart Cuts iPhone Prices
iPhones are notoriously expensive when they first launch, especially seeing as how a new model seems to launch every year nowadays. However, once the newer model comes out, older models of the iPhone are typically rather inexpensive. Most people waiting for a price drop on the iPhone 5 would … [Read more...] about Walmart Cuts iPhone Prices
FIFA Rethinks 3D Technology
During the last World Cup, in 2010, FIFA televised 25 of the 64 matches in 3D on ESPN 3D. However, times have changed in just over three years. ESPN 3D is likely to be closed down before the 2014 World Cup, and anyone’s chance to watch games in 3D might go right along with it. While there are … [Read more...] about FIFA Rethinks 3D Technology
FCC to Review Google’s Latest Meal
Google recently acquired Waze for $1.03 billion. Waze, in case you haven’t heard of it before, was a direct mapping competitor of Google Maps. Waze’s revenue was extremely low, and the acquisition was overlooked at first, but it may trigger an antitrust investigation by the FCC. Antitrust laws are … [Read more...] about FCC to Review Google’s Latest Meal
Tesla’s 90 Second Battery Swap (video)
Tesla Motors showed off their battery pack-swapping process earlier this week to show how recharging an electric vehicle could take less time than filling a gas tank. Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla Motors, put the process to the test against what he claimed was the fastest pump in LA. … [Read more...] about Tesla’s 90 Second Battery Swap (video)
AMD’s Console Revival
Computer chipmaking company AMD has been hurting recently, but it’s about to dig itself out of poverty and well into riches. Regardless of who ends up on top during this next generation of console gaming, AMD is going to make out like a bandit. All three systems, Xbox One, PS4, and even Wii U, make … [Read more...] about AMD’s Console Revival
Instagram Video to Kill Vine?
Everyone staying in the technological “know” has probably at least heard of Vine by now. It’s a little app that allows you to easily take 6 second videos and share them with people via Twitter. That app has started gaining a lot of popularity, with the biggest user complaint being that 6 seconds … [Read more...] about Instagram Video to Kill Vine?
Kickstarter Bans Seduction Guides
Kickstarter is a great tool for anyone looking to fund just about any project imaginable, but there are decency rules to follow. One user, who posted a project for a “guide to getting awesome with woman”, seems to have crossed the decency line. The project, which shattered its $2000 goal by more … [Read more...] about Kickstarter Bans Seduction Guides
Jay-Z’s Samsung Deal won’t appear on the Billboard
In case you were unaware, rapper Jay-Z made a deal with Samsung to give away a copy of his new album Magna Carta Holy Grail ahead of the record’s official release date to the first million people who download the free app onto a Galaxy S III, Galaxy Note II, or Galaxy S4. While Jay-Z did get paid by … [Read more...] about Jay-Z’s Samsung Deal won’t appear on the Billboard
Samsung ATIV One 5 All-in-one Desktop Unveiled
The final system on Samsung's list of new devices unveiled last night is the new Samsung ATIV One 5 all-in-one desktop, which features a slim metallic bezel edge and a glossy white surface design. The Samsung ATIV One 5 comes supplied running Microsoft's latest Windows 8 operating system and has … [Read more...] about Samsung ATIV One 5 All-in-one Desktop Unveiled
Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus Ultrabook Unveiled With 3200 x 1800 Pixel Display
Samsung has launched a new ultrabook this week in the form of the Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus which is fitted with a 13.3-inch display sporting a resolution of 3200 x 1800, similar to the recently announced Samsung Ativ Q hybrid tablet. The new Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus has been designed to compete … [Read more...] about Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus Ultrabook Unveiled With 3200 x 1800 Pixel Display
