We certainly like our gadget teardowns around here. One thing you can count on shortly after a new smartphone or other cool gadget is launched is that someone will shortly after that launch tear their device up so we can see what it's like on the inside. Such is the case with the sexy Droid 2 … [Read more...] about iFixit tears up Droid 2 for the Greater Good
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+.
Boost Mobile Offers Samsung Seek with Touchscreen and QWERTY keyboard
I can certainly understand why people would want to go with a pre-paid mobile service rather than a service that locks you into a contract. That way you can leave if the service sucks without paying out the nose. Boost Mobile is one of the bigger pre-paid firms out there and has a new handset coming … [Read more...] about Boost Mobile Offers Samsung Seek with Touchscreen and QWERTY keyboard
Hackers Attack Computer in Car while Driving
Everything in a modern car is controlled by a little computer also known as the ECM. The little computer controls everything from the throttle to the instruments, and even the fuel and timing of the engine. For the last few years, all new vehicles have been required to have tire pressure monitors in … [Read more...] about Hackers Attack Computer in Car while Driving
Star Wars Mimobots Enter Series 6 with Empire Strikes Back Flavor
We like us some Mimobots around these parts. My personal favorites are the Halo bots and some of the Star Wars versions. If you collect these things or just need a cool flash drive to take back to school with you, Mimoco has announced the sixth generation of Star Wars offerings. The new sixth gen … [Read more...] about Star Wars Mimobots Enter Series 6 with Empire Strikes Back Flavor
Blockbuster Adds Game Rentals to Mail Order Service
All the years of being a total douche on late charges and rental fees have finally started to catch up with Blockbuster. With stiff competition from mail order firm Netflix and kiosk rentals from Redbox, consumers are leaving Blockbuster in droves. Many Blockbuster locations have closed, and some … [Read more...] about Blockbuster Adds Game Rentals to Mail Order Service
Audiovox DFL 710 Portable DVD Player w/ Flo TV now Available
Back in January, right around the time CES was underway, we caught wind of a portable DVD player coming from Audiovox that featured Flo TV service capability. We haven't really heard much else about the DVD player until today. Audiovox announced today that the DVD player is now available to … [Read more...] about Audiovox DFL 710 Portable DVD Player w/ Flo TV now Available
iBUYPOWER to add USB 3.0 to all desktops free of charge
Boutique gaming computer maker iBUYPOWER has announced that it will be including a new feature on its entire line of gaming desktops at no additional charge. The company makes some nice gaming machines that start at affordable prices and get very expensive. iBUYPOWER will now offer USB 3.0 upgrades … [Read more...] about iBUYPOWER to add USB 3.0 to all desktops free of charge
Gorilla at San Francisco Zoo Gears Up for Donkey Kong Tournament
Ok, so this gorilla isn't really getting ready for a Donkey Kong tournament. Honestly though, can you see a gorilla with a Nintendo DS in hand and not think Donkey Kong? The gorilla came by his red DS after a visitor dropped it into his habitat. The gorilla lives at the San Francisco Zoo. It's … [Read more...] about Gorilla at San Francisco Zoo Gears Up for Donkey Kong Tournament
Flip Ultra Camcorder Gets Painted Up Colorware Style
When it comes to camcorders, the Flip line of small, affordable offerings are among the most popular on the market. These camcorders are available in a few different models and are aimed at users looking for a compact device that is ideal for putting video online. The Flip camcorders have gained a … [Read more...] about Flip Ultra Camcorder Gets Painted Up Colorware Style
Racer Demo 0.1 Combines Video Game with RC Car Driving on a Cardboard Track
I bet I am not the only child of the 80's that loved to go to the arcade to play the driving games that had steering wheels like Pole Position and others. The thrill of gripping the wheel, feeling the vibrations, and navigating through virtual tracks was an exhilarating experience. I could also … [Read more...] about Racer Demo 0.1 Combines Video Game with RC Car Driving on a Cardboard Track
Swann Security OutbackCam Hits the Market
There are many challenges to installing your typical security system inside a home or outdoors. The problems are where to put the cameras and protect them from weather as well as how to store the video. Swann Security has unveiled a new camera called the OutbackCam that makes security recording very … [Read more...] about Swann Security OutbackCam Hits the Market
Dish Network Offers World’s First DVR Control App for iPad
If you use Dish Network or DirecTV satellite for your home TV needs, you probably know that both companies have DVR controller apps that let you use a smartphone to control what you record. These apps have been available for a while now, and while the iPhone versions will work for iPad users, they … [Read more...] about Dish Network Offers World’s First DVR Control App for iPad
