Unlike most places in the world (other than Yemen or Afghanistan), a vibrant gun culture is still alive and kicking in the US. But a new company wants to put a fresh spin on every enthusiastic shooter/outdoor type's departure from this life. The startup is called Holy Smoke LLC and its founders … [Read more...] about For Holy Smoke, Ashes To Bullets And Dust To Dust
iMaschine App By Music Producer Is A Studio In Your Pocket (Video)
Jamie Lidell is a beast. Not literally, but he is when it comes to music. The producer based in Manhattan is currently promoting a new app called iMaschine that's based on a sequencer developed by Native Instruments. With several albums in the electronica-funk genre under his belt, Jamie comes … [Read more...] about iMaschine App By Music Producer Is A Studio In Your Pocket (Video)
Puss In Boots Is Fruit Ninja, Or The Other Way Around
We're not entirely sure what Puss of Shrek fame, the imminent solo cinematic debut of which you are no doubt aware, has against fruit, but apparently he will be taking over for the ubiquitous Fruit Ninja in the latest version of the eponymous time-waster. And just in time too, lest his solo vehicle … [Read more...] about Puss In Boots Is Fruit Ninja, Or The Other Way Around
Scientists Converge For Sasquatch Hunt In Russia
A whole bunch of them (the scientists, of course), in fact. Since the Cold War has been over and done with for the past 21 years, American cryptozoologists and their Russian counterparts are heading to a place 3,000 miles outside Moscow where alleged Yeti/Sasquatch sightings are frequent. The … [Read more...] about Scientists Converge For Sasquatch Hunt In Russia
Skynet Alert! US Military Drones Infected By Mysterious Virus
There's no need to panic, ladies and gentlemen. The war machines aren't turning on their masters... yet. For starters, most of the CIA and Air Force drones are stationed in the Middle East and Africa, meaning they're far away–we hope–from your location, dear reader. The mysterious virus logging … [Read more...] about Skynet Alert! US Military Drones Infected By Mysterious Virus
Farmville Movie Incoming, Toy Story Writers Attached
If you thought the era of astoundingly stupid movie deals based on video games with no plot, structure, or characters had peaked with studios buying movie rights for Monopoly, The Sims, and Battleship, rest assured there's plenty where that came from. Farmville is apparently the newest IP to get the … [Read more...] about Farmville Movie Incoming, Toy Story Writers Attached
Euro Space Agency Reveals Plans For Interstellar Conquest
Despite the poor fiscal state that much of the Western world is in, this setback doesn't mean man's aspirations to travel beyond our planet have gone away. The European Space Agency has announced two of its most ambitious missions to date that will broaden our collective knowledge about the … [Read more...] about Euro Space Agency Reveals Plans For Interstellar Conquest
Drinking Thru Ice Straws Will Make Your Brain Numb
If you've ever tried sipping really cold beverages, you know what we mean. The intensity of cold liquid running through your mouth leaves a sensation that's both excruciating and unsettling at the same time. Forgive the excessive dramatization, but little else can be written about these newfangled … [Read more...] about Drinking Thru Ice Straws Will Make Your Brain Numb
Steven Spielberg Halo Movie Rumors Alive Once Again
Here we go again. Steven "The Man" Spielberg is going to be on top of Halo the Movie thanks to a cryptic press release. This story unravels like a thriller, so be warned. The intriguing part is despite the lack of credible evidence, the movie is actually supposed to be out by next year. Time to … [Read more...] about Steven Spielberg Halo Movie Rumors Alive Once Again
Selk’Bag Camping Apparel Is Beyond Words
Exactly, since it's more than an outdoor suit and a mere sleeping mat. It's something else; a whole new breed of adventure gear. For thrill-seekers who prefer frigid climes, a Chilean graphic artist has conceived the ultimate in outdoor wear. It's called a Selk'Bag after an indigenous Andean tribe. … [Read more...] about Selk’Bag Camping Apparel Is Beyond Words
Steve Jobs Dies At 56
We write about things that break here. The people that create them come into the conversation only inasmuch as they affect that creation process. However, those people break as well. The difference is, there is no improved model coming next year to replace them. Steve Jobs, the visionary behind some … [Read more...] about Steve Jobs Dies At 56
Apple Claims iPod Is Best Selling Portable Games Machine In The World
"Not only is it the most popular music player in the world, but we're excited to announce it's now also the most popular portable game player in the world," according to Apple CEO Tim Cook speaking at Apple's by now fairly well-covered event yesterday. Seeing as how that honor used to rest with the … [Read more...] about Apple Claims iPod Is Best Selling Portable Games Machine In The World
