This here is the only replica of Shotaro Kaneda's bike from the 1998 Japanese film Akira. Though very cool right now, it is even cooler than it seems. This replica is built by Masashi Teshima over a span of more than 7 years and it costs around $120,000 to build. It is an exact replica, down to … [Read more...] about Akira Bike Replica Tours Japan For A Good Cause
Kids: Robot Nannies Have Feelings
Really, how do kids find their nannies? Does the presence of a caregiver affect their emotional and intellectual growth? Researchers from the University of Washington tried to answer these questions through the help of Robovie, the robo-nanny. The group studied 90 kids and the results of the … [Read more...] about Kids: Robot Nannies Have Feelings
Hermit Crab Moves In To His New LEGO Home
LEGO is a fascinating toy that can be fashioned to be almost anything---even a new home for a hermit crab. Hermit crabs have very soft bodies so they rely on the protection of their outer shells. But once they outgrow their shells, they have to move fast to find a new one, or risk being … [Read more...] about Hermit Crab Moves In To His New LEGO Home
Pirate Bay’s Ad Space Gains 5,000+ Applicants
The Pirate Bay has been depicted as the enemy of record labels and artists since instead of buying albums, listeners can now leach it off the internet. Then why did some 5000 artists line up to give their music away on the said website? … [Read more...] about Pirate Bay’s Ad Space Gains 5,000+ Applicants
Amazon Studios Announces New Rules for Script Submissions
We already know that Amazon is on its way to making movies since 2010 and that they are doing it by asking submissions for scripts. Well, good news to scriptwriters, because Amazon Studios recently released a few changes in its submission rules. Rules on private submissions have been amended … [Read more...] about Amazon Studios Announces New Rules for Script Submissions
Sonic Walk: Light Shoulder Speakers Apt for Physical Activities
The days of tangled earphones while running are nearing their end, thanks to the Sonic Walk. But what exactly is Sonic Walk? We're quite sure it's not a backpack, but you can strap it on your back just like one. Through its mini-speakers, you can listen to your type of music while jogging, … [Read more...] about Sonic Walk: Light Shoulder Speakers Apt for Physical Activities
Android App Offers Indoor Maps
Have you ever been lost in a mall? Lucky for you, Google people might have been too. And they have the solution. … [Read more...] about Android App Offers Indoor Maps
PowerPot Concept Keeps Your Gadgets Working when No Electricity is Around
If you're the sort that likes to camp percent time where there is no electricity available, this gadget will appeal to you. It's a concept called PowerPot and it claims to be the first thermoelectric generator with a USB port out there. How PowerPot Works The PowerPot is an innovative device that … [Read more...] about PowerPot Concept Keeps Your Gadgets Working when No Electricity is Around
11 Arrested in Connection with Stolen Samsung AMOLED Tech
Executives at Samsung can't be happy today after 11 suspects were arrested in connection with the sale of stolen AMOLED display technology to a rival. What rival allegedly purchased the stolen Samsung technology hasn't been named. One worker is accused of accepting a payment of $170,000 from a rival … [Read more...] about 11 Arrested in Connection with Stolen Samsung AMOLED Tech
WaveJet Big Wave Motorised Surfboards (video)
Surfers looking for a slightly different twist on the traditional surfboard, might be interested in the WaveJet a motorised surfboard which has been specifically deigned for big wave riding by Steve Walden. WaveJet surfboards have been designed to assist surfers in paddling out, catching more waves, … [Read more...] about WaveJet Big Wave Motorised Surfboards (video)
Diablo 3 Demon Hunter Detailed (video)
Blizzard has this week released a new video detailing the Demon Hunter character from their highly anticipated new game Diablo 3. The Demon Hunter within Diablo 3 relies on speed, traps, and explosive attacks to punish her demonic enemies, using her speed and agility with an impressive arsenal of … [Read more...] about Diablo 3 Demon Hunter Detailed (video)
Readerdock Kindle Fire And Nook Color Docks Now Available To Pre-Order
Readerdock has this week announced that its new Readerdock docks for both Kindle Fire and Nook Color, which we first featured back in January, are now available to pre-order. The N-Station has been created specifically for the Nook Color and will be shipping towards the end of this month. Whereas … [Read more...] about Readerdock Kindle Fire And Nook Color Docks Now Available To Pre-Order
