Kickstarter is a great place to run across some very interesting projects that might actually make it to production. It's also a great place for people with good ideas to raise the money they need to build their device and sell them to the public. One of the coolest projects I have seen in a long … [Read more...] about Romo Smartphone Robot is Cute and Cool (Video)
Shane McGlaun
Author Archives: Shane McGlaun
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+.
Get Your Gangsta on with the Pump Action Slingshot
I have talked about the crazy slingshots that Joerg Sprave makes on a few occasions. The last time I mentioned him was when he invented the slingshot that flings iPhones. Joerg is back with a new slingshot that has a new and very cool design. This is probably the only one of the slingshots Joerg has … [Read more...] about Get Your Gangsta on with the Pump Action Slingshot
Pantech Link II Messaging Phone Heads to AT&T
Pantech and AT&T have teamed up to offer customers a new and very cheap messaging phone called the Pantech Link II. The new phone sells for only $9.99 with a new contract after the discounts. The device is thin with a profile 10.7mm thick. Operating System and Features The Pantech Link II runs … [Read more...] about Pantech Link II Messaging Phone Heads to AT&T
HP Opens Investigation into TouchPads that Shipped Running Android
We have talked at length about the HP TouchPad. I think we will all agree that the TouchPad was a miserable failure and there is no real future in the market for the OS on a tablet. Many people have been working to get Android up and running on the TouchPad. Yesterday, we talked about a new way to … [Read more...] about HP Opens Investigation into TouchPads that Shipped Running Android
Nextbook Premium 8 Android Tablet Launches
If you are going to try and break into the tablet market with a new offering, you need to either be clearly better than the competition or you need to be lots cheaper. The Premium 8 is going for the cheaper side of that equation apparently. The company has a new tablet called the Premium 8. Price … [Read more...] about Nextbook Premium 8 Android Tablet Launches
HIOD One Lets Bicyclists Chat Handsfree
I am not a big bicycle rider, but I live off a highway where during the few cool months of the year in Texas you will see massive packs of bicyclists riding. The thing I have noticed when they zip by my neighborhood is that they have to scream to be heard when talking. This can be quite a challenge, … [Read more...] about HIOD One Lets Bicyclists Chat Handsfree
Evolve Motorcycles Unveils New Electric Scooters with impressive Range
When it comes to getting around in a big and congested city, many people rely on public transportation. Public transportation systems, such as buses, subways, and trams, offer a reliable and cost-effective way to navigate urban environments. However, they often come with their own set of challenges, … [Read more...] about Evolve Motorcycles Unveils New Electric Scooters with impressive Range
Walmart and T-Mobile Announce No Contract 4G Plan
Walmart and T-Mobile are teaming up to offer pre-paid service fans access to a new 4G service plan starting on October 16. This plan has no contract and offers HSPA+ faux 4G data speeds that are marginally faster than 3G. Plan Details and Pricing The service will be offered in Walmart stores and … [Read more...] about Walmart and T-Mobile Announce No Contract 4G Plan
iPhone Camera Turned into a Microscope
When you get into the third world areas where many doctors operate without access to the sort of facilities we have in the US and other developed countries, it can be hard to get the gear you need. Doctors working in the wilds of Africa, for instance, won't have access to a microscope to use in … [Read more...] about iPhone Camera Turned into a Microscope
JBL Launches On Tour IBT Speaker Dock for iPhone and More
If you use an iPad, iPhone, or other device that supports A2DP or AVRCP specifications, JBL has a new speaker dock for you. The dock is designed for portability and use on the go. It has an AC adapter and will run on four AA batteries away from home. Features and Specifications When plugged into … [Read more...] about JBL Launches On Tour IBT Speaker Dock for iPhone and More
Intel Slips New Atom Processors Quietly in Line
Intel has quietly introduced some new Atom processors into its lineup, expanding its range of power-efficient chips. The company did so with no fanfare, adding four new parts in total. These include two processors designed for desktops and two for notebooks. The new chips are the Atom D2500, D2700, … [Read more...] about Intel Slips New Atom Processors Quietly in Line
Turbo Fire EVO Xbox 360 Controller is Wireless and has LCD Screen
If you are an avid Xbox 360 gamer looking for a new video game controller, you might want to check out the new Turbo Fire EVO Wireless Controller for Xbox 360. The new controller has all the buttons and sticks that you want and expect along with a D-pad as well. Innovative LCD Screen … [Read more...] about Turbo Fire EVO Xbox 360 Controller is Wireless and has LCD Screen
