We have already seen a couple of ports of Apple's Siri for the iPad, iPhone 4, and the iPod Touch. Although the previous versions wouldn't work with Apple's servers, it looks like the guys who have been working on the Siri ports have finally managed to get Siri on other devices communicating with … [Read more...] about Siri Ported To iPhone, iPod, Now Works (Video)
Bill Gates Delivers Some Sort Of Revelatory Speech
What happens when you put Bill Gates in front of a lot of computer science nerds? A keynote happens, that's what. This happened at the University of Washington where the entire computer science crowd converged for a rare live event. But since it's Bill gates speaking, a lot of Bill Gates specific … [Read more...] about Bill Gates Delivers Some Sort Of Revelatory Speech
Google TV 2.0 Launching This Week
Google has officially announced that the next version of Google TV will be launching this week, and it will bring a range of new features to Google TV devices, including new channels, and a much simpler and cleaner user interface. The new version of Google TV includes new channels like HBO, ESPN, … [Read more...] about Google TV 2.0 Launching This Week
iSave Electric Car Finally Coming Out Next Month (Video)
Remember this? What was once a mere prototype is ready to hit the road in Japan. It's pretty obvious these days that all the big automakers are developing compact city cars whose uniform appearance hardly leaves any space for creative flourishes. As city cars go, at least in concept, they're either … [Read more...] about iSave Electric Car Finally Coming Out Next Month (Video)
Dark Sky App Predicts The Weather Much Sooner Than You Think
As in an hour before that apocalyptic hurricane rolls into town. Nah, kidding. Like most apps, Dark Sky is a small-time project between a couple of developers. It hasn't gone live yet though, since Adam Grossman and Jack Turner are still looking for the funds ($35,000) to get it off the … [Read more...] about Dark Sky App Predicts The Weather Much Sooner Than You Think
This Just In: Microsoft Claims Patents For A Bunch Of Interesting Features
Not to get bogged down in technical excess, but what Microsoft's latest patents reveal is they now have dibs on grasping simulated objects and moving them around with gestures. The patents become more relevant if you've watched a short video Microsoft circulated about what it wants 2019 to look … [Read more...] about This Just In: Microsoft Claims Patents For A Bunch Of Interesting Features
Eccentric DIYer Builds Google Street View Helmet
Neil Fraser is the kind of geek who's lovable and totally insane at the same time. For Halloween this year, he had a crazy idea involving Google Street View. What he did was build himself a Street View helmet using papier-mâché and an aluminum shell. The result is quite startling. What he … [Read more...] about Eccentric DIYer Builds Google Street View Helmet
Detailed Star Wars Erasers Attract The Faithful
Ha! This fancy eraser set even comes packaged inside a lightsaber. The Gomu Star Wars Eraserland is a Lucasfilm licensed eraser set whose eight different pieces are shaped after some very popular Star Wars icons, including Darth Vader himself and an X-Wing. The really incredible part is the detail … [Read more...] about Detailed Star Wars Erasers Attract The Faithful
Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
In a time when joblessness is a bare fact of everyday life, it's heartening to learn about Ben Wyse's business. Having read his story, it's no exaggeration to call him a true American hero for the simple fact that he pursues an independent livelihood. As the mainman literally driving Wyse Cycles, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
PhD Student Builds Game Changing Robot Eye Surgery Tool
His name is Thijs Meenink and he now has a bright future ahead of him. This is because of the innovation he has brought to eye surgery with his yet unbranded robot. The reason why this constitutes a game changer is the precision it allows eye surgeons to operate in. If you're wondering how it … [Read more...] about PhD Student Builds Game Changing Robot Eye Surgery Tool
Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Arduino is pretty ubiquitous these days. In fact, that's an understatement. Arduino boards are at the heart of a revolution in electronics. But ever wondered about the people behind it? In a feat of exceptional journalism, David Kushner blows the lid on this incredible company and its origins. The … [Read more...] about Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Modern Warfare 3 Disc Stolen From Warehouse, Triggering Piracy Craze
Ah, humans and their foibles. Rather than wait for the official release, news has emerged that a warehouse/secure location housing Modern Warfare 3 discs was burglarized, resulting in a pirated MW3 that's been going the rounds. Activision has sprung into action to avert the crisis, even going so far … [Read more...] about Modern Warfare 3 Disc Stolen From Warehouse, Triggering Piracy Craze
