Whether it's tea for a day at the races or an expedition to the South Pole, the Cuissential SlickBoil is a portable kettle (not an insta-chamber pot, mind you) designed for anyone's tea time. This innovative kettle doesn't come with sandwiches and assorted finger food, but it's tough enough to … [Read more...] about Silicone Cuissential SlickBoil Tea Kettle Lets You Enjoy Tea Anywhere
Introducing Glowbar, The Green Lantern Crowbar
For starters, the title above is half-jesting. No, the Glowbar is not connected with the Green Lantern or the DC universe in any way. It's just that: a glowing crowbar that happens to be, of all colors, green. The really weird part is, rather than market it as a glow-in-the-dark tool for wrenching … [Read more...] about Introducing Glowbar, The Green Lantern Crowbar
The Hobbit To Have Own Lego Line
Since the emerging roster of 2012 flicks looks promising, it comes as no surprise that Lego has just clinched a hefty mega-deal. News has broken that the iconic building block maker won the right to a whole line of The Hobbit inspired sets. But wait, that's not all! Because Lego is unleashing a new … [Read more...] about The Hobbit To Have Own Lego Line
Gigantic Stratolaunch Plane Could Replace Shuttle Program In Near Future (Video)
The magic word here is 'could' as three prominent (and very rich) investors team up for the ultimate nerd dream: building a giant plane. Hold on, because by 'giant plane' is meant an aircraft so huge, it will take a 12,000 foot runway to take off. That's the Stratolaunch, a beast of a delivery … [Read more...] about Gigantic Stratolaunch Plane Could Replace Shuttle Program In Near Future (Video)
Lumus Video Glasses: More Than Meets The Eye
Because augmented reality is coolest through your glasses, an emergent technology outfit called Lumus is hard at work on a real gamechanger. Seen below is their 720p 'Lumus Solution' eyewear, which looks a little too boxy in the mold of vintage 80s tech but marks a huge leap forward for displays. … [Read more...] about Lumus Video Glasses: More Than Meets The Eye
Underwater Superstructure In Mediterranean To Track Neutrinos
Seriously, the underground CERN has got nothing on this soon-to-be-realized project. Since the universe is chock full of tiny particles whose very existence could go a long way in explaining a lot of stuff, scientists all over Europe think it's important to bother tracking one particularly illusive … [Read more...] about Underwater Superstructure In Mediterranean To Track Neutrinos
New Ozone And Hydrogen Superweapons Kills Bacteria Without Remorse
Okay, maybe calling them 'superweapons' is too sensational. But the effectiveness of two new anti-bacterial solutions is beyond doubt. First, an effort to more efficiently disinfect hospitals and operating rooms has brought a new spray solution that can destroy the most lethal bacteria through a … [Read more...] about New Ozone And Hydrogen Superweapons Kills Bacteria Without Remorse
Laser Rifle To Be Used By UK Police In Riot Suppression
It couldn't have come at a more ominous time. With the economy teetering and Europe's future in the balance, perhaps renewed fears of civil disturbance finally compelled the SMU 100's introduction. Thankfully it won't be used on civilians rioters yet. The SMU 100 is a fearsome … [Read more...] about Laser Rifle To Be Used By UK Police In Riot Suppression
Ready For Some Starship Enterprise Engine Noise? (Video)
What? It's true. Some enthusiastic trekkie with an ear for music recently uploaded a 'soundtrack' of engine noise from Star Trek: The Next Generation. It's supposed to stir a mood to fit whatever activities you're engaged in, whether it's ironing your Starfleet uniform or dusting off that bookshelf … [Read more...] about Ready For Some Starship Enterprise Engine Noise? (Video)
Nerdy Bacteria News: Scientists Fiddling With Arsenic-Inclined Bacteria Genome
Ah yes, this is an old story. Turns out that not long ago, a scientist named Felisa Wolfe-Simon (pictured below in a hat) discovered an incredible bacteria that subsisted on a diet of arsenic in California's arid Mono Lake. Intrigued, her colleagues have since been trying to understand exactly what … [Read more...] about Nerdy Bacteria News: Scientists Fiddling With Arsenic-Inclined Bacteria Genome
Scientists Mutate Tadpoles In Bizarre Cellular Experiment
Because modern science is so bent on controlling the power of life and death, it comes as no surprise that tadpoles started growing eyes in odd places recently. What transpired at Tuft's University School of Arts and Medicine is almost Frankensteinish if it weren't done on such a small scale. By … [Read more...] about Scientists Mutate Tadpoles In Bizarre Cellular Experiment
Google+ To Enhance Photo Sharing With Upcoming Find My Face
Just came from an all-night party and can’t wait to see your own photos taken by your friends? Google+ tries to make it easier for you, with an application called Find My Face to be launched soon. Once the new feature is ready for Google+ users, all one has to do is to enable the application to … [Read more...] about Google+ To Enhance Photo Sharing With Upcoming Find My Face
