Not a month ago, Acer chairman Wang Jeng-tang announced that Acer would be releasing a 6-inch e-reader device with a monochrome screen by June 2010, focusing initially on European markets. Well, the Taipei Times has now reported that Acer will not be looking to release an e-reader in the near … [Read more...] about Acer Shelves E-Reader Plans
Julian Horsey
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Executive Editor & Co-Founder of Geeky Gadgets
Julian Horsey is the co-founder of Geeky Gadgets and a veteran technology journalist with over 18 years of experience. A published author and multimedia designer, he specializes in emerging frontiers including Artificial Intelligence, autonomous agents, and next-gen hardware like mini PCs and wearables.
Driven by curiosity and a passion for design, Julian provides in-depth analysis on how AI workflows—from Claude to Google Gemini—are transforming productivity and creativity. His work has been cited by global tech leaders and major publications, reflecting nearly two decades of expertise in 3D printing, AR/VR, and DIY electronics. When not exploring the latest AI models, he is an avid maker and experimenter in the world of DIY tech.
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Yahoo and Twitter Partnership
After their partnership with social networking website Facebook last December, Yahoo has now created a similar partnership with Twitter, and tweets have already started showing in Yahoo. The partnership now allows users to view information on both sites without leaving either one, specifically … [Read more...] about Yahoo and Twitter Partnership
Sandisk G3 SSD Twice as fast as 7200rpm Drives
Available in both 60GB and 120GB versions, SanDisk's new solid state drive (SSD) is capable of opening files at twice the speed of current 7200rpm hard drives, SanDisk says. The SanDisk G3 SSDs can transfer data with up to 220 MB/sec read speed and up to 120MB/sec write speeds. Performance and … [Read more...] about Sandisk G3 SSD Twice as fast as 7200rpm Drives
Power Strip With Ejector Buttons
Designed by Soon Mo Kang, this innovative concept power supply is a modular strip that allows you to add more power points to suit your needs. This flexibility makes it an ideal solution for both home and office environments where the number of devices requiring power can frequently change. However, … [Read more...] about Power Strip With Ejector Buttons
MSI New Air Mouse Keyboard
MSI has just launched its latest ultra-compact Air keyboard, ideal for media systems. The HTPC keyboard boasts a built-in accelerometer, which allows you to use the keyboard as a mouse. It connects wirelessly using a USB dongle with a 100ft range, making it incredibly versatile for various … [Read more...] about MSI New Air Mouse Keyboard
iPad and Smartphone Rootkit Demo
Researches have developed rootkits to demonstrate how easy it is to hack modern-day smartphones and send invisible text messages to rootkitted phones, allowing the hacker to place outgoing calls without the user knowing. This alarming capability highlights the vulnerabilities in smartphone security … [Read more...] about iPad and Smartphone Rootkit Demo
Kobo All Platform Book Store Cloud
Where most ebook providers are trying to lock in readers to their ebook formats and devices, Kobo is providing ebooks that can be viewed on multiple platforms easily and hopes to open up the whole digital book market. Kobo is a cloud-based bookstore which has just expanded by opening a UK service … [Read more...] about Kobo All Platform Book Store Cloud
Aliens vs Predator Takes Number One Slot
BioShock 2 has been pushed from its top spot in only two weeks thanks to SEGA's Aliens vs Predator. This new title is reportedly storming the gaming charts in all formats, capturing the attention of gamers worldwide with its intense gameplay and nostalgic appeal. Aliens vs Predator has also … [Read more...] about Aliens vs Predator Takes Number One Slot
Microsoft & Amazon Sign Patent Deal
Microsoft and Amazon earlier this week have entered into a patent cross-licensing deal with Amazon paying Microsoft an undisclosed amount of money, and neither side has disclosed what sorts of money is involved. The Patent deal covers Amazon's Kindle device and the companies' use of Linux-based … [Read more...] about Microsoft & Amazon Sign Patent Deal
Car Thieves Using GPS Jammers
There is a growing trend with car thieves to use imported GPS jammers to disable the tracking security devices fitted to cars, trucks, and transporters. The jammer devices are designed to output a signal at the same frequency as the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites, which then overwhelm … [Read more...] about Car Thieves Using GPS Jammers
BBC iPlayer reaches a 120 Million requests a month
With a 6% rise compared to December 2009, which itself was up 14% over the previous month, the BBC's iPlayer has now reached an impressive 120 million programme requests per month. 70% of the requests were for TV programmes, with the most popular shows being Top Gear, Doctor Who, Gavin and Stacey, … [Read more...] about BBC iPlayer reaches a 120 Million requests a month
Multi-task Gadget Light Gloves
If you find you just can't hold all your tools while tinkering with gadgets and devices, then let these multi-task gloves with LED lights help you out. These clever gloves have an LED light which can be positioned in one of four areas to help you see in confined dark spaces where a torch may not … [Read more...] about Multi-task Gadget Light Gloves
