Only the Japanese are ingenious enough to wrap a really smart gadget inside a cute polar bear. It's called Jukusui-kun, which means deep sleeper. What it does is adjust a person's sleeping position to keep them from snoring. The magic is one of its paws moves to the sleeper's head and tickles it. … [Read more...] about Robot Polar Bear Pillow Soothes Obnoxious Snorers (Video)
This Aluminum Survival Rifle Converts To A Fishing Rod
Survival rifles aren't really that exciting anymore. Often found in emergency kits for downed airmen who might be trapped in the hostile outdoors; the compact weapons are designed with ultimate simplicity in mind. No surprise then that the latest from Mountain View Machine & Welding, the Pack … [Read more...] about This Aluminum Survival Rifle Converts To A Fishing Rod
Nvidia: PC Better Than Consoles
Nvidia is well known for speaking its mind, whether in its legendary tussles with Intel or just on a matter of principle. Of course, as is usually the case with corporations, matters of principle boil down to money, which Nvidia has made a lot of, mostly on PC hardware. It stands to reason then that … [Read more...] about Nvidia: PC Better Than Consoles
Xbox.com Adds Xbox Live Gold Auto-Renewal Cancellation Options
Today turned out to be a mystical day after all, since nothing short of supernatural energies could have made Microsoft relinquish its white-knuckled grip on our sadly vulnerable attention spans and, by extension, wallets. Xbox.com is getting a makeover, bringing it in line with the new Metro UI as … [Read more...] about Xbox.com Adds Xbox Live Gold Auto-Renewal Cancellation Options
Verzo Kinzo Smartphone Lands for $459 with Boring Features
If you want a "luxury" smartphone and the looks and style are more important to you than the hardware inside the device, the Verzo Kinzo might be just the device you need. The smartphone runs the outdated Froyo OS with a custom UI over the top. I would wager it would be a long time before you get an … [Read more...] about Verzo Kinzo Smartphone Lands for $459 with Boring Features
T-Mobile Springboard Tablet Release Delayed Until November 16th
If you have been waiting patiently for the arrival of your new T-Mobile Springboard Tablet, you might be a little disappointed to learn that T-Mobile has now pushed back the release date until November 16th. It was originally thought that the T-Mobile Springboard would be released on the 7th of … [Read more...] about T-Mobile Springboard Tablet Release Delayed Until November 16th
Sony Launching UMD Passport For PS Vita
Sony has unveiled plans to launch a UMD Passport for its PS Vita console once it officially releases. Gamers with large libraries of UMD games from previous PSP consoles will be able to sign up for access to the new UMD Passport. However, you won't be able to simply port your game across to play on … [Read more...] about Sony Launching UMD Passport For PS Vita
Apple iOS 5.0.1 Update Not Solved Battery Issues For All Users
Apple rolled out their new iOS 5.0.1 update this morning in an attempt to help stop batteries draining quite so fast on their iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices, after battery problems were reported by a number of users using iOS 5 over the last couple of weeks. Well, the iOS 5.0.1 update has … [Read more...] about Apple iOS 5.0.1 Update Not Solved Battery Issues For All Users
Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Storage Launched
Iomega has added a new portable storage solution to its range in the form of the Iomega eGo Mac Edition, designed specifically for Apple Mac users. The new Mac version boasts a rugged design and is equipped with 2 x FireWire 800 ports and 1 x USB 2.0, but unfortunately, it lacks a Thunderbolt … [Read more...] about Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Storage Launched
Chrome OS Becomes Windows Friendly With NTFS Support
Google has this week rolled out a new update for its Chrome OS which now allows users to play a little more friendly with the latest Microsoft Windows Operating systems, thanks to the added NTFS support. Chrome version 15.0.874.117, Platform version: 1011.118 now support NTFS and includes a number … [Read more...] about Chrome OS Becomes Windows Friendly With NTFS Support
Voice Of Apple’s iPhone 4S UK Siri Speaks Out
When I got my iPhone 4S and started using Siri, I thought that the voice sounded familiar, it turns out that the UK voice of Siri was done by voice over artist Jon Briggs, who has done voice overs for a number of popular TV shows here in the UK. Although Jon Briggs didn't record the his voice for … [Read more...] about Voice Of Apple’s iPhone 4S UK Siri Speaks Out
Opera 11.60 Beta Released
Opera has this week released its latest Opera 11.60 beta version for download, which includes HTML5 microdata support, ECMAScript 5.1, and further HTML5 support. Opera 11.60 beta includes a new HTML5-compliant parser, which provides richer functionality to web developers and improved compatibility … [Read more...] about Opera 11.60 Beta Released
