The bad part is the epic failure transpired in low orbit. To think everything went down (or should it be up) smoothly on Wednesday when a rocket lifted off at Baikonur. The problem is the moment the probe was supposed to enter its designated orbit on its long Martian journey, well, zip. Nada. Turns … [Read more...] about Oops! Russian Mars Probe Caught In Epic Fail
This Candle Holder Is Supposed To Be A Major Innovation
Sadly, this particular candle holder doesn't light on its own. Nope, that's not what the title of this post implied. Hold on though, because it is a game changer in its own small way. If you haven't noticed yet, then by all means hit the jump and finish reading this post. Innovative Design for … [Read more...] about This Candle Holder Is Supposed To Be A Major Innovation
Robot Polar Bear Pillow Soothes Obnoxious Snorers (Video)
Only the Japanese are ingenious enough to wrap a really smart gadget inside a cute polar bear. It's called Jukusui-kun, which means deep sleeper. What it does is adjust a person's sleeping position to keep them from snoring. The magic is one of its paws moves to the sleeper's head and tickles it. … [Read more...] about Robot Polar Bear Pillow Soothes Obnoxious Snorers (Video)
This Aluminum Survival Rifle Converts To A Fishing Rod
Survival rifles aren't really that exciting anymore. Often found in emergency kits for downed airmen who might be trapped in the hostile outdoors; the compact weapons are designed with ultimate simplicity in mind. No surprise then that the latest from Mountain View Machine & Welding, the Pack … [Read more...] about This Aluminum Survival Rifle Converts To A Fishing Rod
Nvidia: PC Better Than Consoles
Nvidia is well known for speaking its mind, whether in its legendary tussles with Intel or just on a matter of principle. Of course, as is usually the case with corporations, matters of principle boil down to money, which Nvidia has made a lot of, mostly on PC hardware. It stands to reason then that … [Read more...] about Nvidia: PC Better Than Consoles
Xbox.com Adds Xbox Live Gold Auto-Renewal Cancellation Options
Today turned out to be a mystical day after all, since nothing short of supernatural energies could have made Microsoft relinquish its white-knuckled grip on our sadly vulnerable attention spans and, by extension, wallets. Xbox.com is getting a makeover, bringing it in line with the new Metro UI as … [Read more...] about Xbox.com Adds Xbox Live Gold Auto-Renewal Cancellation Options
DIY Flamethrower Pistol is Supposed To Repel Wild Animals (Video)
Seen below is a home-made flame pistol built by an enthusiast who wants to light campfires better. It looks real nice but the 'making' part is rather complex. Also, it's a very dangerous tool that no one in their right mind should use indoors. Then again, no one in their right mind would put in the … [Read more...] about DIY Flamethrower Pistol is Supposed To Repel Wild Animals (Video)
NASA Might Open A Lending Library For Its Tools
It's unlikely they'll lend out ray guns, plasma rifles, and shrink rays though. The detail lef tout by the title is this proposed 'lending library' is exclusive to NASA, meaning the general public will never get a chance to wield some really awesome gear. Additionally, it's a cost-cutting measure … [Read more...] about NASA Might Open A Lending Library For Its Tools
Venerable Everquest 2 Fully Commits To Free To Play
Otherwise known as your grandpappy's World of Warcraft, SOE's long in the tooth Everquest 2 had previously dabbled in Free to Play by having two separate sets of servers. That state of affairs is coming to a close with the announcement by SOE that Everquest 2 is merging F2P and paid servers come … [Read more...] about Venerable Everquest 2 Fully Commits To Free To Play
Scientists Build Molecular Electric Vehicle (Video)
Tesla can suck it! Nah, kidding. Seen below is a totally awesome electric car that's measured in nanometers. It was built by a collaborative Swiss-Dutch effort. The incredible part is the car can travel at a straight line across a copper surface, powered by a millivolt that activates its 'wheels.' … [Read more...] about Scientists Build Molecular Electric Vehicle (Video)
NASA Prepares New Rover For Mars Mission
The best part is the complement of bells and whistles it comes with. The vehicle known as the Curiosity Rover or Mars Science Laboratory is scheduled for a trip to Mars very soon via an Atlas Rocket. Once it reaches the red planet (a time that might coincide with the premier of Disney's John … [Read more...] about NASA Prepares New Rover For Mars Mission
Skyrim Offers Endless Supply Of Quests
Any RPG nostalgic who has ever replayed a long-completed game will be familiar with the unique joy of resurfacing memories about favourite quests, characters, and plot developments. By the sound of it, Bethesda is looking to give nostalgia hounds of the future as much to discover as rediscover, with … [Read more...] about Skyrim Offers Endless Supply Of Quests
