ThinkGeek has unveiled another new video game-based toy. This time, the toy is based on the popular video game franchise Portal and is a Portal 2 sentry turret. This point doesn't actually fire bullets, but it does detect motion and plugs into your PC for power via USB. Features and … [Read more...] about ThinkGeek Portal 2 Sentry Turret USB Desktop Defender Launches
Shane McGlaun
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Shane has been a full time geek writing for his supper for six years. He has written for some of the coolest tech sites online and had reviews printed in the print versions of Laptop Magazine and Computer Shopper. You can follow him on Google+.
Barnes & Noble Offers Cyber Monday Deals
Today is Cyber Monday, and Barnes & Noble has rolled out special online-only deals for holiday shoppers. This annual event is a fantastic opportunity for customers to snag some great bargains, especially on tech gadgets and books. Today only, customers who purchase select Nook digital readers online … [Read more...] about Barnes & Noble Offers Cyber Monday Deals
Grand Theft Auto: Rise Short Makes Us Want a Full-Length Film
The track record for video game movies isn't that great. In fact, for a while, it seemed like Doom might have killed any chance of a successful video game movie. However, Hollywood does have a couple of films in the works based on video games. A live-action version of Grand Theft Auto isn't one of … [Read more...] about Grand Theft Auto: Rise Short Makes Us Want a Full-Length Film
Kobo Mini On Sale for Black Friday/Cyber Monday for Only $49.99
If you're in the market for a digital reader for someone on your Christmas list, you might want to check in stores around the country today and online on Monday for a special deal on the Kobo Mini. The Kobo Mini is on sale for $30 off just for the holidays, making it $49.99. On Black Friday, the … [Read more...] about Kobo Mini On Sale for Black Friday/Cyber Monday for Only $49.99
IntelliPaper Is a Paper USB Drive
I've seen some thin flash drives that use USB ports for power over the years. I think the thinnest I've ever seen may be the new intelliPaper flash drive that recently launched. These little flash drives put the USB connectors and the storage chips in a thin piece of paper. I think it's … [Read more...] about IntelliPaper Is a Paper USB Drive
Samsung and Golf GameBook Team up for a Digital Scorecard
Samsung has teamed up with a company called Golf GameBook to develop the world's first digital golf scorecard that is enabled with official signing. The app uses the functionality of the Galaxy Note II S pen for writing scores and for the digital signing. The Golf GameBook app was selected as one of … [Read more...] about Samsung and Golf GameBook Team up for a Digital Scorecard
Vizio offers 70-inch Razor LED Smart TV for under $1700
If you're in the market for a new TV set, you might recognize the brand-name Vizio. The company is one of the biggest names in the HDTV market and has built a reputation for offering decent products at reasonable prices. You have to live under a rock to not know that Black Friday is this week and … [Read more...] about Vizio offers 70-inch Razor LED Smart TV for under $1700
Mass Effect 3 Special Edition Comes to Wii U
Gamers in the US who purchased a Nintendo Wii U when it launched not long ago can now purchase one of the best video games of the year for the new Nintendo console. EA and BioWare have announced that Mass Effect 3 Special Edition is available in the US for the Nintendo Wii U right now. The game … [Read more...] about Mass Effect 3 Special Edition Comes to Wii U
Nokia Lumia Owners Can Download Mirror’s Edge free
If you own a Nokia Lumia smartphone running Windows Phone 8 or Windows Phone 7.5, Nokia is offering a new video game download at no charge. Nokia has added the game Mirror's Edge to the Nokia Collection. The game launched last July for £2.29, but is available to download right now at no cost … [Read more...] about Nokia Lumia Owners Can Download Mirror’s Edge free
Kolos iPad Racing Wheel Controller Debuts
If you're a big fan of racing games on your Apple iPad, a new racing wheel holder for the tablet has turned up on Indiegogo called the Kolos. The device is designed to work with all iPad models except the first generation iPad and the newer iPad mini. The racing wheel comes in two versions. Two … [Read more...] about Kolos iPad Racing Wheel Controller Debuts
Misfit Shine is a high-tech and rugged fitness tracking device
If you're the sort of person who likes to stay active or is trying to lose weight, you might want to adopt technology to help you meet your goals. A new device has turned up on Indiegogo called the Misfit Shine. This is a high-tech pedometer that can track how much you walk, bike, or swim and keep … [Read more...] about Misfit Shine is a high-tech and rugged fitness tracking device
Switch 8 Solar Recharger Powers Just About Anything
If you're a mobile user who needs a way to keep your gadgets powered when you're away from an electrical outlet, the Switch 8 is now available. This device is a solar charger system that has a battery that can be charged from the USB port on your computer or from the sun using a foldout solar … [Read more...] about Switch 8 Solar Recharger Powers Just About Anything
