Computer enthusiasts, programmers and hobbyists may be interested to know that the discontinued interpreter for the BASIC programming language, Altair BASIC has been published to GitHub. The Micro-Soft Altair BASIC 3.2 source is now available to download offering a chance to experience the interpreter which was first released back in 1975 for the Altair 8800 and subsequent … [Read more...] about Altair BASIC – Microsoft’s first software product made available via GitHub
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Adidas Star Wars basketball shoes
If you're a Star Wars fan and a fan of Adidas, next month might a very special month for you. Adidas is releasing a Star Wars x Adidas collection of basketball shoes starting on November 1st. Naturally, this is all to create buzz for The Rise of Skywalker. Star Wars kicks are coming and they will take the form of R2-D2 and Stormtrooper versions of the Nite Jogger, as well as … [Read more...] about Adidas Star Wars basketball shoes
Sony AR prototype headset introduced at Ghostbusters expererience
Sony has this month introduced a new augmented reality headset prototype which will be used on the previously announced Ghostbusters experience taking place at Ginza Sony Park. The Ghostbusters themed multiplayer experience allows participants to use the new Sony AR headset to enjoy the experience as well as wrist mounted devices that possibly offer haptic immersion. Sony says … [Read more...] about Sony AR prototype headset introduced at Ghostbusters expererience
Boba Fett Funko Futura 2000 unveiled before The Mandalorian streams
In preparation for the launch of the new and highly anticipated Disney+ streaming service which will feature the Star Wars series The Mandalorian. Funko toymakers and clothing brand together with Futura 2000 have unveiled new gear that will be made available. “The collection includes Funko-produced gear with Boba Fett as the subject matter and design and artwork from Futura … [Read more...] about Boba Fett Funko Futura 2000 unveiled before The Mandalorian streams
Le Creuset Star Wars cookware range from $20
Le Creuset and Disney have partnered to create the Star Wars x Le Creuset Collection “Master your culinary destiny with the Star Wars”. The new cookware will be available from November 1st both online and from Le Creuset high street stores and resellers. The range consists of eight pieces of Star Wars cookware from Trivets priced at just $20 to the Han Solo Carbonite Signature … [Read more...] about Le Creuset Star Wars cookware range from $20
Full size official Mandalorian replica helmet $650
If you are looking forward to the Premier of the new Star Wars, The Mandalorian TV series that will be arriving with the launch of the new Disney streaming service, Disney+ next month. You might be pleased to know that Anovos has announced they have begun production of officially licensed, full-size Mandalorian replica helmets, which will be priced at $650 each. The … [Read more...] about Full size official Mandalorian replica helmet $650
MegaBot battle robot listed on eBay from $1
If you are interested in owning your very own MegaBot battle robot, you may be interested to know that the Eagle Prime MegaBot has been listed on eBay starting from $1 due to the MegaBot company going bankrupt after once again running out of money. Eagle Prime is a massive 15-Ton 2-Story Tall gasoline powered car-smashing piloted giant battle robot from the world famous USA vs … [Read more...] about MegaBot battle robot listed on eBay from $1
Nintendo Switch Lite teardown
The team at iFixit has wasted no time opening their toolkit and taking their screwdriver to the new Nintendo Switch Lite handheld console, providing a great Nintendo Switch Lite and overview of what you can expect to find inside its outer shell. The Nintendo Switch Lite is now available to purchase priced at around $200 depending on the retailer and has been optimised for … [Read more...] about Nintendo Switch Lite teardown
Raspberry Pi supercomputer built by Oracle combines 1,060 Pi PCs
A fantastic Raspberry Pi supercomputer has been built by Oracle using 1,060 Raspberry Pi mini PCs. The supercomputer was unveiled at Oracle's OpenWorld convention on Monday and combines all the Raspberry Pi computers into one powerful cluster. Twenty one Raspberry Pi 3 B+ computers are fitted to each rack which are then connected to a series of Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 48s … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi supercomputer built by Oracle combines 1,060 Pi PCs
DOOM Vodka unveiled by Bethesda and Rebel Distillers
Via its official Twitter account Bethesda UK has unveiled a new vodka inspired by the iconic DOOM game. DOOM Bone Vodka is now available to preorder priced at $45 and takes the form of a limited edition Bone Vodka made with only the finest ingredients, says Bethesda. DOOM Eternal will be launching worldwide on November 22nd, 2019. The DOOM Bone Vodka is now available to … [Read more...] about DOOM Vodka unveiled by Bethesda and Rebel Distillers
Sculptures from old typewriters by Jeremy Mayer
Wired has this week published a new video featuring artist Jeremy Mayer who creates sculptures using the parts from broken and old typewriters. Creating a fantastic variety of different sculptures of insects, birds and human figures, watch the video below to learn more about the process of building the amazing sculptures. “Artist Jeremy Mayer has dedicated himself to … [Read more...] about Sculptures from old typewriters by Jeremy Mayer
4,500 year-old Egyptian yeast used to bake delicious bread
Physicist and video game designer Seamus Blackley has this week tweeted he has baked bread using yeast recovered from a €4000 old Egyptian pot and it tasted delicious. Spores of yeast were extracted from the ancient Egyptian pottery straight to the finished loaf. With the guidance of microbiologist Richard Bowman of the University of Iowa and archeologist Serena Love of the … [Read more...] about 4,500 year-old Egyptian yeast used to bake delicious bread