Omron has created a new type of thermal sensor which can be used for a number of new applications within hand-held devices, such as smartphones. As well as being able to check heat within surrounding objects, the new sensor can also be used for motion detection and attached to a PC for access … [Read more...] about Omrom MEMS Thermal Sensor Unveiled (video)
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Rumored iPhone 5 Front Panel Leaked
We have already seen some leaked parts of what are reported to be for the new iPhone 5, and now we have another one. This one is rumored to be the front panel of the new iPhone 5. The photo below is apparently for the front panel of the new iPhone 5, and it was discovered by the guys over at … [Read more...] about Rumored iPhone 5 Front Panel Leaked
Roku Rolls Out Updates For Roku 2, Roku LT And New Roku HD
Over the weekend, Roku started rolling out new updates for its range of streaming media players. All the updates are free and come in the form of the Roku 4.8 software for Roku 2, Roku LT, and new Roku HD players, bringing a number of new features and fixes. Enhanced Video Playback and … [Read more...] about Roku Rolls Out Updates For Roku 2, Roku LT And New Roku HD
NBC Drops $300 Million to Boot Microsoft from MSNBC.com
One of the first major news websites on the Internet was MSNBC.com, which launched in the mid-1990s. The mid-90s were the heyday of Internet properties before the Internet bubble burst. NBC and Microsoft teamed up for MSNBC.com to provide online news to be the online arm of the MSNBC television … [Read more...] about NBC Drops $300 Million to Boot Microsoft from MSNBC.com
Verizon Galaxy S III To Get Unlocked Bootloader Via OTA Update
Samsung announced last week that they would be releasing a developer edition of the Samsung Galaxy S III on Verizon Wireless, the cost of the device is $599.99, and this was apparently being done as Verizon would not offer the bootloader unlocker tool for the handset on contract. Now it would … [Read more...] about Verizon Galaxy S III To Get Unlocked Bootloader Via OTA Update
Researchers Create $35 Eye Motion Controller For Computers (video)
Researchers from Imperial College London have achieved a significant breakthrough by creating a low-budget eye motion tracking device. This innovative device, assembled using off-the-shelf components, allows users to control a computer solely with their eye movements. While this is not the first … [Read more...] about Researchers Create $35 Eye Motion Controller For Computers (video)
Motorola Xoom Owners Get Invitation To Test new Software, Possibly Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
When Google announced Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, they also announced a number of devices that would be getting the update. One of those was Motorola's Xoom tablet. This announcement was met with excitement from Xoom users who were eager to experience the new features and improvements that Jelly Bean … [Read more...] about Motorola Xoom Owners Get Invitation To Test new Software, Possibly Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Virgin Galactic First Space Tourism Flight Will Launch Next Year (video)
Richard Branson has announced that Virgin Galactic will be making its first space tourism flight next year. This marks a significant milestone in the realm of commercial space travel, opening up the final frontier to private citizens. Watch the video after the jump to see the launcher and the space … [Read more...] about Virgin Galactic First Space Tourism Flight Will Launch Next Year (video)
Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 Goes On Sale In The US
Some of our readers will remember the new Asus Transformer Pad Infinity which was announced a while back. The device is now available in the US for $499.99. The Asus Transformer Pad Infinity features a 10-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, and it can handle full HD … [Read more...] about Asus Transformer Pad Infinity TF700 Goes On Sale In The US
Raspberry Pi Demand Grows, Bulk Orders Now Available
Since the Raspberry Pi was first announced, demand for the $35 mini PC has been huge, and production of the value Raspberry Pi mini computer has struggled to keep up with orders. Now even though demand for the Raspberry Pi is still increasing, production of the mini computer is also increasing to … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Demand Grows, Bulk Orders Now Available
Motorola Atrix HD Now Available From AT&T
Motorola's latest Android smartphone, the Motorola Atrix HD, is now available from US mobile carrier AT&T. The handset will set you back $99.99 when you sign up for a new two-year contract. The Motorola Atrix HD comes with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, and it features a 4.5-inch touchscreen … [Read more...] about Motorola Atrix HD Now Available From AT&T
Sky Now TV Service LaunchingTomorrow
After unveiling their new Now TV service back in March, Sky is preparing to launch their new Netflix and LoveFilm rival, and will be launching their new TV streaming service tomorrow. Now TV will offer users with either the option for pay-per-view or subscription content, together with a "wealth of … [Read more...] about Sky Now TV Service LaunchingTomorrow
