The latest version of Google's mobile OS, Android 4.0, comes with a face unlock feature built in. This innovative feature is available on devices like the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. Interestingly, HTC has now secured a patent related to this technology. The patent covers the unlocking of a computing … [Read more...] about HTC Granted Face Unlock Patent
Top News
Google Teases Project Glass Augmented Reality Glasses
We have been hearing for some time that Google is working on a pair of augmented reality glasses, and now Google has released a video and some photos of what the company calls Project Glass. The video below shows Google's idea of how their augmented reality glasses will work, with a heads-up … [Read more...] about Google Teases Project Glass Augmented Reality Glasses
Sprint Confirms Unlimited 4G LTE Network
For a long time, all the major wireless networks offered unlimited data. They provided unlimited data because few people used their data, thanks to the fact that most mobile phones were inefficient at data use. That all changed when the iPhone showed up. Once the iPhone appeared, most of the major … [Read more...] about Sprint Confirms Unlimited 4G LTE Network
Yahoo Cuts 14 Percent Of Its Workforce
As expected Yahoo has today announced that it will be making layoffs throughout the company. But not just a small amount, 14 percent of its workforce, which equates to around 2,000 positions. Yahoo! hopes to realise approximately $375 million of annualised savings upon completion of all employee … [Read more...] about Yahoo Cuts 14 Percent Of Its Workforce
Windows Phone Marketplace Hits 80,000 Apps
We heard a couple of weeks ago that Microsoft's Windows Phone Marketplace had hit 70,000 apps, and now it looks like Microsoft's mobile app store has hit another milestone and now has 80,000 applications available to download. Microsoft's Windows Phone marketplace is still quite away behind … [Read more...] about Windows Phone Marketplace Hits 80,000 Apps
Samsung Galaxy S III Being Tested By Korean Carriers?
We know that Samsung's Galaxy S III smartphone is coming some time in the next couple of months, and it looks like we could be getting closer to the handset's release as the device is apparently being tested by Korean carriers. According to the guys over at The Verge, the testing process normally … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S III Being Tested By Korean Carriers?
Researchers Create Interactive Plants That Can React And Convey Emotions (video)
A team of researchers at Japan's Keio University are developing interactive plants, allowing the plants to display emotions and communicate with humans. Watch the video after the jump to see the unique concept in action. The team has managed to make living plants seem even more alive by attaching … [Read more...] about Researchers Create Interactive Plants That Can React And Convey Emotions (video)
Spheros Robot Receives New Apps And Rolls Out Internationally (video)
The ball-shaped robot called Sphero has this week received a couple of new applications that will be arriving this month, helping it roll around with even more precision and fun than previously. Sphero, known for its innovative approach to interactive play and learning, continues to expand its … [Read more...] about Spheros Robot Receives New Apps And Rolls Out Internationally (video)
Samsumg Galaxy Note Android 4.0 ICS ROM Leaked
We know that Samsung is working on the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for their Galaxy Note smartphone, which is expected to be available sometime this quarter. Now it looks like the first Android 4.0 ICS ROM has been leaked for the Samsung Galaxy Note, although it doesn't include Samsung's … [Read more...] about Samsumg Galaxy Note Android 4.0 ICS ROM Leaked
Amazon Developing And Testing In-App Purchasing
Along similar lines to Google and Apple in their application stores, Amazon is now developing and testing a new in-app purchasing system, with options for both subscriptions and purchases of individual items. The report of the new testing was revealed by Bloomberg today and indicated that Amazon is … [Read more...] about Amazon Developing And Testing In-App Purchasing
Arduino Guitar Pedal (video)
Guitarists looking for something a little more unique to make their effects might be interested in this awesome Arduino guitar pedal, which has been created by Kyle McDonald and modified by Randfo. The Arduino Guitar Pedal is a digital multi-effect pedal based upon the Lo-Fi Arduino Guitar Pedal … [Read more...] about Arduino Guitar Pedal (video)
Vivaldi Open Source €200 Tablet Launch Delayed A Month
It has been announced this week by developer Aaron Seigo that the new open source Vivaldi tablet, which was hoped to be arriving in May, will be delayed by around a month. The open source Vivaldi tablet is equipped with a 7-inch screen sporting an 800 x 480 resolution display. It's powered by a 1 … [Read more...] about Vivaldi Open Source €200 Tablet Launch Delayed A Month
