The Tweet-O-Meter is designed to track patterns in social networking, and it is an entire wall which is dedicated to tracking tweets in major cities. The Tweet-O-Meter is part of the British Library's Growing Knowledge exhibition, which is running from the 12th of October 2010 until the 16th of July … [Read more...] about The Tweet-O-Meter Wall Tracks Real Time Tweets
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China’s 2.5 Petaflop Supercomputer Unveiled
China will be unveiling a new supercomputer today, and this new supercomputer is capable of sustained performance of 2.5 petaflops, which makes it one of the fastest supercomputers in the world. The new supercomputer is housed in the National Supercomputing Center in Tianjin, and it is called the … [Read more...] about China’s 2.5 Petaflop Supercomputer Unveiled
Apple Hosting Secret iOS Developer Event Next Week?
Business Insider are reporting that Apple is hosting a secret iOS developer event next week, and according to their source the event will start next Tuesday and run for three days. There doesn't seem to be much information regarding what the developer event relates to, although it may be to … [Read more...] about Apple Hosting Secret iOS Developer Event Next Week?
Has Apple Cancelled The White iPhone 4?
Earlier today we told you that Apple had announced that the white iPhone 4 wouldn't be available until next spring. Something just doesn't sit right with that announcement from Apple, as next spring will be just before they announce the next generation iPhone. The Timing of the White iPhone 4 … [Read more...] about Has Apple Cancelled The White iPhone 4?
Snakebyte Premium Remote XL + Controller for Wii has MotionPlus built in
I like the added control you get with the Wii when you are playing a game that uses MotionPlus. What I don't like is that the accessory for MotionPlus adds extra length and weight to the Nintendo controller. Nintendo is now integrating MotionPlus into controllers so you don't need that extra … [Read more...] about Snakebyte Premium Remote XL + Controller for Wii has MotionPlus built in
Escort Integrates GPS and Radar Detector into One
I have several friends that drive a lot and tend to speed. If you get into the car with them, the dash is cluttered with GPS devices and radar detectors, making things look messy. The catch is that you couldn't get a device with radar detection and GPS navigation in one, at least not until … [Read more...] about Escort Integrates GPS and Radar Detector into One
Samsung Galaxy Tab Headed To T-Mobile November 10th
Yesterday we heard that the Samsung Galaxy Tab would be available from Sprint in November. Now, T-Mobile has announced that they will start selling the Galaxy Tab from the 10th of November 2010. The Samsung Galaxy Tab will be available for $400 with T-Mobile, subject to a monthly contract similar … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Tab Headed To T-Mobile November 10th
Watch Construction of NASA Mars Rover, Live!
If you are a bit of a NASA fan and are interested in the Mars Rover missions, you will be pleased to know NASA has set up a live view webcam called the 'Curiosity Cam' allowing you to view the construction of the new NASA Mars Rover. The camera has been set up by technicians at NASA's Jet … [Read more...] about Watch Construction of NASA Mars Rover, Live!
Palm Working On Five Or Six New WebOS Devices?
We have already seen the first new webOS device since HP bought Palm, the Palm Pre 2, and now it seems that HP has a range of webOS devices which they intend to launch according to The Taiwan Economic Times. According to the news source, both Foxconn and Compal have secured orders with HP to … [Read more...] about Palm Working On Five Or Six New WebOS Devices?
Facial Recognition With Mobile Phones Mastered (video)
Researchers at Manchester University in the UK have been busy figuring out how to bring facial recognition to mobile devices. With most modern phones now having front-facing cameras, it surely won't be long until mobile phone facial recognition is used in our daily lives. This technology could … [Read more...] about Facial Recognition With Mobile Phones Mastered (video)
Acer Tablets Launching November 23rd
We haven't heard much about Acer's new range of tablets for a while; the last thing we heard was that they were going to be launching next year. Now it seems that Acer will launch their tablet range on the 23rd of November 2010. The tablets will be priced from $299 to $699, and there really aren't … [Read more...] about Acer Tablets Launching November 23rd
Yahoo Mail Receives A Facelift
Yahoo Mail has just released a new look interface complete with Twitter and Facebook integration. If you do have a Yahoo mail account, once you log in, you can view the new features in the interface by visiting the “What’s New” page. Social Media Integration You can now track your friends on … [Read more...] about Yahoo Mail Receives A Facelift
