On Wednesday, we heard that the ban of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 had finally been lifted in Australia by the Australian Federal court, and the device was expected to go on sale in Australia today. Well, it looks like Apple has appealed the decision of the Federal court, and now the Australian … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Ban Continues In Australia
Ladder Climbing Robot Takes Robot Engineering To New Heights (video)
A new style of robot has been unveiled, which has been designed to climb ladders by itself. It is equipped with 5 motors that help it pull its 1.4m high frame, weighing 30 kg, up specially created ladders. This innovative robot represents a significant advancement in robotics, particularly in the … [Read more...] about Ladder Climbing Robot Takes Robot Engineering To New Heights (video)
Carrier IQ Claims They Aren’t Logging Your Data
Earlier today we heard that Google had confirmed that they do not use the Carrier IQ software, and now the company behind the software has released a statement in which they claim that they do not record your data. You can see the statement below, although it isn't clear as yet whether this is some … [Read more...] about Carrier IQ Claims They Aren’t Logging Your Data
Samsung Galaxy Nexus Lands On Vodafone UK
We just got an email from the guys over at Vodafone UK, to let us know that the new Samsung Galaxy Nexus is now available with Vodafone here in the UK. The device is available from free on their £41 a month contracts. As a reminder, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus comes with Android 4.0 Ice Cream … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Nexus Lands On Vodafone UK
LG Nitro HD Hits AT&T December 4th
The LG Nitro HD was announced recently, and the device was launched yesterday at an LG event in New York. It will go on sale with US mobile carrier AT&T on the 4th of December for $250 when you sign up to a new two-year agreement. The device features a 4.5 inch HD IPS display with a resolution … [Read more...] about LG Nitro HD Hits AT&T December 4th
Windows 8 Public Beta Coming February 2012
Microsoft is expected to launch the next version of its operating system, Windows 8, in the fall of 2012. Windows 8 is designed to work on both PCs and tablets, and now it would appear that we may have a launch date for the public beta of Windows 8. According to a recent report, Microsoft will … [Read more...] about Windows 8 Public Beta Coming February 2012
Spotify iPad App Coming Soon
More news from the popular music streaming service Spotify this week. Earlier, we heard about Spotify's new Apps platform, and now Spotify has confirmed that the company is working on a dedicated iPad App. MD of Spotify UK, Chris Maples, has confirmed to Pocket Lint that the company is working on … [Read more...] about Spotify iPad App Coming Soon
Google Says They Have No Affiliation With Carrier IQ
The hot topic that everyone has been talking about over the last few days is the Carrier IQ data logging software that has been found in Android and iOS smartphones, and many companies have spoken out in an attempt to distance themselves from the controversy. The latest company is Google, who has … [Read more...] about Google Says They Have No Affiliation With Carrier IQ
Somewhere In Suburbia: The AT-ST Treehouse
Okay, so the 'legs' are too short. That hasn't stopped whoever built this high-rise crib from tricking out the exterior to resemble an AT-ST, those chicken-walking battle mechs best known in Star Wars: Episode VI. Too bad this doesn't come with the usual weapons complement. It would also look mean … [Read more...] about Somewhere In Suburbia: The AT-ST Treehouse
Chinese Fanboy Builds Decepticon, Plans World Conquest
The scary part is the scale model he built transforms into a realistic-looking plane. Guess the lesson here is never doubt Chinese ingenuity, especially when inspired by a Michael Bay flick. Now if he can only manage to get his hands on an All Spark shard…the name of the artist/fanboy who built the … [Read more...] about Chinese Fanboy Builds Decepticon, Plans World Conquest
With 2012 Looming, Apocalypse Kit Goes On Sale
Since bladed and pointy objects have always been cool things to have, outdoor gear purveyors Gerber did the smart thing and put a bunch of sharp knives in a single container. The resulting product is the Apocalypse Kit, a set of dangerous tools (includes a hatchet) for emergency situations. As … [Read more...] about With 2012 Looming, Apocalypse Kit Goes On Sale
My Robot Nation Lets You Design And Build Your Own Robot Army
Too bad the resulting robot army is miniaturized and completely harmless, thereby dashing your dreams of world conquest. At least you can still design them from head to foot. This is the ultimate appeal of novelty business My Robot Nation, which relaunched its website and is now accepting entries … [Read more...] about My Robot Nation Lets You Design And Build Your Own Robot Army
