No, this doesn't concern Arnold Schwarzenegger, Guv'nor of California and ex-T800 time traveling assassin. The Austrian man isn't a cyborg either, though he has some of the most advanced prosthetic limbs known to amputees. (Calling him a cyborg is just cool.) Now he's dead. The circumstances … [Read more...] about Austrian Cyborg Dies After Car Mishap
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Cassette Playing Sony Walkman Finally Retired
The iconic music player that enabled people to bring their favorite tunes anywhere has been officially retired two days ago. … [Read more...] about Cassette Playing Sony Walkman Finally Retired
Universal Docking Ports For Spacecraft Now A World Standard
Thanks to the (be warned, this is a mouthful) International Space Station Multilateral Cooperation Board, a new agreement has been reached that has put a universal dock in place. We consider this a shining example of excellent timing, with the prospects of space tourism all but certain and … [Read more...] about Universal Docking Ports For Spacecraft Now A World Standard
Russian Billionaire Showcases Upcoming Hybrid Car
If the price and marketing are properly balanced, a revolution might be sweeping Moscow's streets very soon. We're not talking about a return to Bolshevism though. The picture you see below is a concept for a new class of hybrid dubbed the "City Car." (The official name has yet to survive the rigors … [Read more...] about Russian Billionaire Showcases Upcoming Hybrid Car
GE Unveils Sexy New Halogen-CFL Bulb
It's all curves and smooth contours, equal parts Halogen and CFL. Why? To address persistent customer gripes that purely CFL bulbs are to0 dim and take too long to brighten. Thus, here is GE's middle-of-the-road problem-solver. … [Read more...] about GE Unveils Sexy New Halogen-CFL Bulb
Google Android Gingerbread Gets Official
When the Google Android team gets ready to announce a new version of Android, they celebrate the latest version by placing a mascot in Google's front yard. They have just placed a giant gingerbread man on their lawn, signaling the arrival of a new Android version. We heard earlier that there will … [Read more...] about Google Android Gingerbread Gets Official
Android 2.3 To Be Next Major Release?
Many of us have thought that Android 3.0, codenamed Gingerbread, would be the next major release of Google's mobile OS. However, it seems that the next major release will be Android 2.3, according to a Google employee. One of the Google employees mentioned in a support thread relating to WPA and … [Read more...] about Android 2.3 To Be Next Major Release?
Red Wii Console Bundle Coming to US
Earlier in the month, we talked about the red Nintendo Wii console bundle that Nintendo was offering in Japan to celebrate the 25th birthday of Mario. At the time, there was no word on if the red Wii would come outside of Japan. Nintendo has now announced that the red Wii will be coming to the … [Read more...] about Red Wii Console Bundle Coming to US
Hulu Plus Dropping Its Price To $4.95?
Its not been officially announced but sources have told 'All Things Digital' that Hulu will be dropping its Hulu Plus package price from $9.95 down to $4.95. Hulu Plus subscribers can watch the back catalogs of shows on the iPhone, iPad, Xbox 360, PS3, and a few Web-connected HDTVs. Unfortunately … [Read more...] about Hulu Plus Dropping Its Price To $4.95?
Barnes And Noble To Launch Color Android eReader?
Barnes & Noble are holding a press event next Tuesday, although they haven't given any details of what they will be announcing at the event. It seems that they may launch a color version of their Nook eBook reader. The color Nook could possibly run Google's Android OS, and it is being reported … [Read more...] about Barnes And Noble To Launch Color Android eReader?
Sony Launching 24MP Translucent Mirror Camera In 2011
Rumours are suggesting that Sony is looking to launch a 24MP Translucent Mirror Camera In 2011. The new camera would be equipped with the same high-end translucent mirror technology found in the Alpha A33 and A55 DSLR cameras. Thoughts are that the new camera might have a Bionz processor and a … [Read more...] about Sony Launching 24MP Translucent Mirror Camera In 2011
Sharp Exits PC Manufacturing To Concentrate On Tablets
Sharp, who has been very quiet on the PC front for some time, has announced that it will be closing down their notebook and desktop PC manufacturing. Sharp's last PC was launched nearly 12 months ago during the Windows 7 release. Sharp is now looking to focus on creating and manufacturing ebook … [Read more...] about Sharp Exits PC Manufacturing To Concentrate On Tablets
