So the University of Florida has launched a revolution in higher learning by allowing a PhD candidate named Nate Poling to run EME2040: 21st Century Skills In Starcraft. We say it’s about time! … [Read more...] about University Of Florida Introduces StarCraft Class
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Nike Air Maxes and Wii Balance Board Mod
Nike has challenged 78 artists to 'hack' its shoes and create something unique and innovative. This initiative aims to push the boundaries of creativity and technology in footwear design. Among these artists, Nick Marsh stood out by deciding to create a pair of Wii Nike Air Maxes and install the Wii … [Read more...] about Nike Air Maxes and Wii Balance Board Mod
Mag Gun Xbox PS3 FPS Controller (video)
If you like your FPS game on either the Xbox or PS3, then this new controller might be worth a viewing. The Mag Gun is supported by both the Xbox 360 and PS3, and has buttons that correspond to the face and trigger buttons on the controllers. Check out the video after the break to see it in … [Read more...] about Mag Gun Xbox PS3 FPS Controller (video)
Kinect Beta Dashboard Leaked
This week, the Kinect beta testing program started to roll out after participants received notification via email a few weeks ago from Microsoft. Lucky for us, some of the participants are not abiding fully by Microsoft's terms and conditions and have leaked screenshots of the Kinect beta interface … [Read more...] about Kinect Beta Dashboard Leaked
Xbox Live Audio Upgrade Ends Crackly Voice Problems
If you have experienced the crackly voice problems while playing on your Xbox 360, while using voice communications, you will be pleased to know that Microsoft has been hard at work to solve these issues and will be releasing a long-awaited update to upgrade the Xbox codec used for voice … [Read more...] about Xbox Live Audio Upgrade Ends Crackly Voice Problems
DIY Mass Effect M8 Avenger Replica Makes Geeks Cry
Feast your eyes on this, game geeks. Harrison Krix has built himself the coolest video game weapon ever created. The creation is a wooden replica of the M8 Avenger Assault Rifle from Mass Effect. Now cry your geeky little eyes out because you aren’t cool enough to make this thing. Krix is a graphic … [Read more...] about DIY Mass Effect M8 Avenger Replica Makes Geeks Cry
PlayStation Buttons Explained and More
Famitsu magazine interviewed Teiyu Goto, one of the external designers of the original PlayStation, to get the skinny on how the well-loved CD-based gaming console was birthed. … [Read more...] about PlayStation Buttons Explained and More
Logitech Speaker System Z623 Unveiled Complete with THX Cert
Logitech has been offering speakers and all manner of other computer gear for a long time. The company today has announced its latest 2.1 speaker system for computer users called the Logitech Speaker System Z623. The Z623 is THX Certified, meaning that it has had more than 400 tests performed to … [Read more...] about Logitech Speaker System Z623 Unveiled Complete with THX Cert
Pinball Magic Brings Iconic Arcade Game To The iPhone Age
The funny thing with the pinball machine is it has enjoyed more longevity than most game consoles. In fact, the iconic arcade staple has been shrunken down to accommodate an iPhone as part of New Potato’s attempt at revitalizing the art form. Officially dubbed Pinball Magic, this cheeky bit of … [Read more...] about Pinball Magic Brings Iconic Arcade Game To The iPhone Age
iControlPad Heads Into Production
The iControlPad has been talked about for a number of years, but it now finally looks like it's made its way onto a production line. The picture below shows the very first iControlPad off the production line. Check out the video after the jump to see this unique iPhone accessory in action. The … [Read more...] about iControlPad Heads Into Production
Angry Birds Movie In Development?
If you have been a fan one of the 6.5 million players of the Angry Bird games, you might be pleased to know that the developer Rovio is currently in discussions to release TV shows, movies, toys, and comic books to expand the Angry Bird franchise. Over the past few weeks, the developers have been … [Read more...] about Angry Birds Movie In Development?
Halo Reach Marketing uses Remote Control Robot Arm and Facebook
We have already talked a bit about the cool new Halo Reach game. The game was leaked out early and has now ended up on torrent sites for pirating gamers to play. The marketing team for the game has launched a new viral marketing tool that is pretty darn cool. Innovative Viral Marketing … [Read more...] about Halo Reach Marketing uses Remote Control Robot Arm and Facebook
