We're not privy to the goings-on between EA and Steam that led to Crysis 2's removal and reinstatement, but what we do know is that Steam is suspiciously absent from a list of digital distribution platforms for Battlefield 3 that EA has recently released. Definitely no connection there, publishers … [Read more...] about Battlefield 3 May Not Make It To Steam
Electronic Arts Buys PopCap For $750 Million
Looks like EA is on schedule with the huge purchase of the year, and purveyors of plants, zombies, and exploding jewels are next on the auction block. "EA and PopCap are a compelling combination," according to EA CEO John Riccitiello. "PopCap's great studio talent and powerful IP add to EA's … [Read more...] about Electronic Arts Buys PopCap For $750 Million
Revealing Laser Cut Designer Shirts Are Quite Fashionable
Diana Eng. Laser fashion pioneer. Okay, we're not so sure she's the first person to have been given that title, but what the hay. Seen below is a sultry model in a laser patterned distressed shirt. Distressed shirt? A tshirt that looks kinda frayed and rugged. So Diana Eng got a bunch of comfy … [Read more...] about Revealing Laser Cut Designer Shirts Are Quite Fashionable
Deep In Russia, Six Volunteers Prepare For Mars
Three Russians, a couple of guys from Europe, and a Chinese dude are in a slightly secret facility some distance from Red Square doing pretend. Pretend what? Pretend they're on a space ship to Mars. This is no joke, as the program is sponsored by the European Space Agency. The simulation itself is … [Read more...] about Deep In Russia, Six Volunteers Prepare For Mars
400 Million Windows 7 Licenses Sold
Hey, remember when Microsoft was primarily a desktop OS company? Well, by the looks of it and despite the attention-grabbing headlines about Xboxes and mobile OS shenanigans, it still is. Either that, or Excel was on the fritz when it added up those 400 million Windows 7 copies and 100 million … [Read more...] about 400 Million Windows 7 Licenses Sold
Apple Looking For New iPad Manufacturer Besides Foxconn?
It wasn't worker suicides and labor camp-like conditions at Foxconn that finally convinced Apple to go knocking around for a new supplier; it was that explosion at one of the plants we told you about some weeks ago. Not the safety issues or loss of human life, though. Just the fact that the … [Read more...] about Apple Looking For New iPad Manufacturer Besides Foxconn?
Double Fine’s Trenched Injunction In Europe To Continue
Those of you who thought ridiculous copyright lawsuits were the exclusive domain of huge corporations, take heed. It only takes one Portuguese man with a dusty old trademark and oodles of determination to put a damper on Microsoft's plans for the release of happiness factory Double Fine's newest … [Read more...] about Double Fine’s Trenched Injunction In Europe To Continue
EVE Makers To Sell In-Game “$10,000 gold-coloured scorpions”
Settle down now, it was a joke by CCP senior producer Arnar Gylfason. Mostly. We hope. It's hard to really say what with previous CCP stunts like $70 in-game monocles. And even though banging up a golden scorpion in 3DS Max would probably take all of thirty minutes for any self-respecting artist on … [Read more...] about EVE Makers To Sell In-Game “$10,000 gold-coloured scorpions”
Whiz Kid Builds Gimbaled Robotic Vehicle (Video)
Hemispherical omnidirectional gimbaled wheel. It's a mind-melting technical term of utter simplicity. Such a gimbaled wheel is what gives the Lego robot pictured below incredible mobility. It was built by Curtis Boirum from Bradley University. There's an incredible video after the jump, so don't … [Read more...] about Whiz Kid Builds Gimbaled Robotic Vehicle (Video)
Maxim 2 In 1 Is An Incredible Kitchen Gadget
Of course, real cooks will sniff at the idea of precisely measuring ingredients. But for those just going about the business of improving their culinary chops, the Maxim 2 in 1 could prove mighty useful. What it is is a measuring cup and weighing scale in one. It might not be the ideal tool for … [Read more...] about Maxim 2 In 1 Is An Incredible Kitchen Gadget
Pictures Of Darth Vader On Holiday
In the real world, Darth Vader would be a widower who spends most of his time breathing heavily and speaking in a scary baritone. Estranged from his two kids and preoccupied with crushing the Rebel Alliance, the stress of being a Sith Lord sure takes its toll on the guy. So for once, he decided to … [Read more...] about Pictures Of Darth Vader On Holiday
Air Pick Lets You Air Guitar For Real
More than a keychain and almost as musical as a real guitar pick, the Air Pick is any air guitarists dream. How so? It's got a sound file embedded in it so that when you do play air guitar the real notes will play. Of course, to enjoy the Air Pick you must first be an unabashed air guitar … [Read more...] about Air Pick Lets You Air Guitar For Real
