The thing that was cool about the Wii when it first launched wasn't the graphics, it was the motion controls. Motion controls are popular again this year with the Sony Move system and the Microsoft Kinect. One of the coolest things about the Kinect is that geeks are finding that the controller … [Read more...] about KinEmote uses Kinect to Control Boxee Using Hand Gestures
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Microsoft Denies Plans To Release Firmware Boosting Kinect’s Accuracy
Unfortunately, Microsoft has made a statement denying plans to release a firmware update that could have possibly quadrupled the accuracy of its new Kinect motion controller, which I covered earlier this week. The rumour detailed plans to increase the resolution of the Kinect's camera from 320 x … [Read more...] about Microsoft Denies Plans To Release Firmware Boosting Kinect’s Accuracy
Kinect Hacker Connects Himself To VR Anime Character (video)
A Kinect hacker and developer named Nao_u has modified Microsoft's Kinect gaming motion controller to allow him to step inside the skin of a virtual reality anime character. If not being connected to a VR character was enough, Nao_u has also connected a pair of Vuzix’s VR920 LCD glasses to the … [Read more...] about Kinect Hacker Connects Himself To VR Anime Character (video)
The Deceptively Simple Grenade Oil Lamp
Being a grenade lamp, it wouldn't be surprising for one to think you pull the pin on this before it's lit. Alas, as the pic down south indicates, you "disarm" the grenade to light the wick. It's pretty old school, being an oil lamp that needs the occasional refill. … [Read more...] about The Deceptively Simple Grenade Oil Lamp
iTwin USB Device Starts Shipping
iTwin, the USB storage device we first mentioned here on Geeky Gadgets nearly 14 months ago, has now finally begun shipping, although the first batch is limited to just 50 units. The iTwin system is easy to use. Simply plug them into two PCs, and they create a network through which they are able to … [Read more...] about iTwin USB Device Starts Shipping
Blizzard Releases StarCraft 2 Demo With First Three Missions To Play
If you haven't already joined the battle and bought StarCraft 2, but have been considering the purchase, you will be pleased to know that Blizzard has now released a demo version available for download. This demo allows you to play the first three missions, giving you a chance to experience the game … [Read more...] about Blizzard Releases StarCraft 2 Demo With First Three Missions To Play
Microsoft Offers Free Xbox Game With Every Windows Phone 7 Smartphone
Yesterday, Microsoft announced that they had sold a total of 1.5 million Windows Phone 7 smartphones in the first six weeks. This milestone is a significant achievement for Microsoft, marking a strong entry into the competitive smartphone market. Now, it looks like they are hoping to increase … [Read more...] about Microsoft Offers Free Xbox Game With Every Windows Phone 7 Smartphone
Call of Duty: Black Ops Reaches $1 Billion In Sales Worldwide
Activision has announced that their latest hit, Call of Duty: Black Ops, has reached a massive $1 billion in sales worldwide since it went on sale in November, which is pretty impressive to say the least. Call of Duty: Black Ops made more than $650 million worldwide in the first five days since the … [Read more...] about Call of Duty: Black Ops Reaches $1 Billion In Sales Worldwide
Microsoft Kinect Hacked To Teach Sign Language
We have featured quite a few different Microsoft Kinect hacks here at Geeky Gadgets, like the awesome Minority Report Kinect hack, but the latest one looks like it might be one of the most useful Kinect hacks we have seen so far. Researchers at Georgia Tech College of Computing are working on a … [Read more...] about Microsoft Kinect Hacked To Teach Sign Language
Infinity Blade Update Goes Live
We told you last week that there was an update coming for Infinity Blade for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, and the latest version of Infinity Blade is now available from iTunes. The latest version of Infinity Blade increases the level cap from level 40 to 45, allowing players to further enhance … [Read more...] about Infinity Blade Update Goes Live
Gran Turismo 5 Receives Monster Update
Gran Turismo 5 has just received a monster-sized update of 600MB that makes the game even more realistic and adds the GT Academy as well. Other features include seasonal events, a new "hot car dealer," custom background music, streamlined license test menus, and mechanical damage in the game's … [Read more...] about Gran Turismo 5 Receives Monster Update
Call Of Duty: Black Ops ‘First Strike’ DLC Coming To Xbox Live
Call of Duty: Black Ops has been one of the most popular games of 2010, captivating millions of players worldwide with its intense gameplay and immersive storyline. Now, Activision has announced that a new game add-on will be launching in February of 2011 for Xbox Live, much to the excitement of the … [Read more...] about Call Of Duty: Black Ops ‘First Strike’ DLC Coming To Xbox Live
