There's news happening right now, and you may be missing it. CNN is well aware of the amount of time its viewers waste on inconsequential activities like sleep and is now acting to curtail them by offering a 24-hour news stream. For now, only subscribers of AT&T, Comcast, Cox, DISH Network, … [Read more...] about CNN 24 Hour iPhone News Streaming Is Now Available
AMD Says Xbox 720 Graphics Will Look Like Cameron’s Avatar
It's that time of the home console life cycle, folks. We've already seen the first contender unveiled, and now all manner of baseless conjecture about the next two ones is going to be rolling downhill, as these things will. It doesn't help that one of the peddlers of the tidbits of non-news is AMD, … [Read more...] about AMD Says Xbox 720 Graphics Will Look Like Cameron’s Avatar
Assassin’s Creed For Wii U Not Revelations
Nintendo fans rejoicing at the thought that the Nintendo Wii U might finally mean a Nintendo console that welcomes third-party blockbusters in lockstep with competing consoles might want to reel it in. The Wii version of Assassin's Creed, for instance, is not going to be the Xbox360/PS3 Revelations … [Read more...] about Assassin’s Creed For Wii U Not Revelations
EA Sports Brings 300 Jobs To Austin
EA? This right here, you need to do it more often. You and every other major publisher. Finally, some news about industry employment that we can report on without it driving us to drink. "We're going to be adding 300 jobs to our operations here in Austin," according to EA's Frank Gibeau. Positive … [Read more...] about EA Sports Brings 300 Jobs To Austin
Look At These Finely Made Angry Birds Crochet Set
Thanks to a mighty attractive Flickr page, these DIY fan-made Angry Birds crochet stuffed toys can be beheld by the world. Look at the craftsmanship! The needlework! The fine attention to detail. While they aren't selling, the birds and their porcine enemies rendered through such a medium pay … [Read more...] about Look At These Finely Made Angry Birds Crochet Set
Mary Poppins Would Approve: The Backpack Umbrella
When this thing is on your back, don't expect to fly though. Mary Poppins is only a movie, after all. Pictured below is a backpack umbrella that comes with its own wearable carrying case. Operation is dead simple: just pull it out, open, and attach it to the lightweight backpack. The backpack … [Read more...] about Mary Poppins Would Approve: The Backpack Umbrella
Researchers Claim Internet Use Affects Memory
Short term memory, that is. A team of scientists from Columbia University conducted tests to determine how people's memory is affected by internet use. The experiments themselves were simplistic to a fault, requiring mere recall. It's not as if they forced the participants to stay online for 12 … [Read more...] about Researchers Claim Internet Use Affects Memory
Stormtroopers Finally Go On Vacation
After Darth Vader's much-publicized visits to a Disney theme park and even a weekend getaway, his own grunts finally get a chance to relax. After all, the Death Star doesn't look like a fun workplace for the long term (no recreational areas) and fighting rebels across the galaxy does wear down a … [Read more...] about Stormtroopers Finally Go On Vacation
Oh The Humanity! Hilarious Water Jet Pack Fail Leaves You In Stitches (Video)
The setting is a Fox 5 San Diego morning newscast featuring this dude on a water-powered jetpack. The good stuff happens at the 0:08 mark when the expected aero-stunt gets off to a lousy start. How lousy? You'll have to watch it yerself. See the video after the jump. Here it … [Read more...] about Oh The Humanity! Hilarious Water Jet Pack Fail Leaves You In Stitches (Video)
Android Powered Mirai Sano Robot Controls Your House
But will it control you? We can't tell. Judging by its name alone, the Sanyo-made Mirai is the latest uber-gadget that uses Android OS, which is another boost for the Google guys as they now possess the technology to control the future. It's Japan only though. Anyway, as illustrated above, the … [Read more...] about Android Powered Mirai Sano Robot Controls Your House
Designer Builds See Through Bubble For Antiseptic Nature Views
The thinking behind this transparent 'bubble hut' suggests a return to nature, but actually achieves the opposite. As creations by French designer Pierre Stephan Dumas, the bubble line includes variants for every conceivable outdoor environment, be it a tranquil lakeside or a forest clearing. … [Read more...] about Designer Builds See Through Bubble For Antiseptic Nature Views
Move Over Fallout 3, Here Comes The Ultimate Post Apocalyptic Shotgun
Putting it frankly, a Mossberg 500 is a badass gun. But a survival expert has gone out of his way to make it awesome to the point of near-ridiculousness. By chronicling his extensive mod, he offers a glimpse into a unique aspect of the American imagination. … [Read more...] about Move Over Fallout 3, Here Comes The Ultimate Post Apocalyptic Shotgun
