Daniel Morel took a few pictures of the 2010 Haiti earthquake and posted them on Twitter. And editor for Agence France-Presse, a French news agency commonly referred to as AFP, found the images and sent them on to Getty images, a stock photo agency based in America. From there the images were used … [Read more...] about $1.2 Million Paid for Unauthorized Use of Twitter Images
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Eminem’s MMLP 2 Goes Platinum
Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP 2 has reached over a million sales after selling 792,000 units during its opening week – yes, it practically went gold the day it came out (probably beforehand if you count illegal downloads). It debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 but dropped to #2 as Lady Gaga’s … [Read more...] about Eminem’s MMLP 2 Goes Platinum
Stir Kinetic Wi-Fi Smart Desk Launches For $3,890 (video)
Stir has this week launched a new type of smart desk which has been designed to move with you throughout your day, helping you to stay fit, energized, and inspired, says its creators. However, the experience doesn’t come cheap. The Stir Kinetic Desk, which is driven by software and adapts to your … [Read more...] about Stir Kinetic Wi-Fi Smart Desk Launches For $3,890 (video)
Need For Speed Movie Full Length Trailer Released (video)
If you are looking forward to the release of the new Need For Speed movie which will be arriving in theatres in March 2014, you are sure to enjoy this new full-length movie trailer. Need for Speed is directed by Scott Waugh, written by John Gatins and George Nolfi, and stars Aaron Paul in the lead … [Read more...] about Need For Speed Movie Full Length Trailer Released (video)
ArduMower Open Source Arduino Based Robot Lawn Mower (video)
If like me you would prefer to be dining something else rather than mowing the lawn, you might be interested in this awesome open source Arduino mower which brings a little more fun back to moving your yard and has been under development for some time. The Ardumower project with a simple aim: to … [Read more...] about ArduMower Open Source Arduino Based Robot Lawn Mower (video)
Tokyoflash Kisai Rorschach ePaper Watch (Video)
The latest geeky timepiece from Tokyoflash features an ePaper display from E Ink, the Tokyoflash Kisai Rorschach watch. The watch was inspired by Hermann Rorschach, who pioneered the 'Rorschach inkblot test'. This unique design not only pays homage to the psychological test but also brings a new … [Read more...] about Tokyoflash Kisai Rorschach ePaper Watch (Video)
Touch Board Allows You To Add Interactivity Almost Anywhere (video)
Bare Conductive the creators of awesome conductive paint which can be used to create unique electrical circuits is currently running a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign which currently has 10 days left to run and features a new Touch Board they have created to make making interactive electronic … [Read more...] about Touch Board Allows You To Add Interactivity Almost Anywhere (video)
Retro iRecorder iPhone Speaker Dock Takes You Back To the 80s
We have featured many different iPhone docks here on Geeky Gadgets over the years but if you are looking for something a little more retro in styling you might be interested in this new iRecorder iPhone speaker dock that is styled after a 80s tape recorder. The iRecorder iPhone speaker allows you … [Read more...] about Retro iRecorder iPhone Speaker Dock Takes You Back To the 80s
Win a Nexus 7 or $50 Gift Card!
Google Play has started a contest that’s looking to reward winners with a brand new Nexus 7 (that’s the tablet, not the phone) or a $50 Google Play gift card. All you have to do is take a picture of everything that matters most to you surrounded by your favorite Android device. You don’t need an … [Read more...] about Win a Nexus 7 or $50 Gift Card!
AMC Planning “Preacher” Pilot
If you would’ve told me five or so years ago that AMC would be known for having some of the best original series on television I would’ve laughed, but they’ve certainly proven they know what they’re doing with hit shows like Breaking Bad and The Walking Dead. Apparently they’ve looking to dive into … [Read more...] about AMC Planning “Preacher” Pilot
New York to License BitCoin Traders?
Remember a while back when I told you that the state of New York was looking into BitCoin and subpoenaed a bunch of traders? Well it looks like they’re finally coming to an understanding about what BitCoin is and figuring out how to deal with it. The New York State Department of Financial Services … [Read more...] about New York to License BitCoin Traders?
MakerBot 3D Printer Windows 8.1 Drivers Now Available (video)
Owners of the awesome Makerbot 3D printer might be interested to learn that the development team for the printer has now announced on their official website the release of Windows 8.1 drivers for the range of Makerbot 3D Printers. The latest MakerWare for Windows 8.1 installer is now available to … [Read more...] about MakerBot 3D Printer Windows 8.1 Drivers Now Available (video)
