Virgin Galactic, Richard Branson's Virgin Group company developing space tourism spacecraft to make it possible for almost anyone to visit the final frontier at an affordable price, has this week announced it has signed a contract with NASA to carry experimental technology and research equipment to … [Read more...] about Virgin Galactic Lands NASA Suborbital Testing Contract
Facebook Revamps Facebook Gaming
It looks like Facebook has been waiting to launch its revamped gaming platform on Facebook, just a couple of hours after Google+ rolled out Google+ games, Facebook has announced that they have updated their gaming platform. Facebook has made a number of changes to Facebook Games, which include a … [Read more...] about Facebook Revamps Facebook Gaming
Google+ Gets Games, Including Angry Birds
We heard a couple of weeks ago that Google would be adding a gaming feature to their new social network, Google+. The anticipation has finally come to an end as Google+ has now rolled out the games, which include popular titles like Angry Birds. Currently, there are a total of 12 games available for … [Read more...] about Google+ Gets Games, Including Angry Birds
Free Nintendo 3DS Games Offer Ends Tonight
We knew ambassadors in war zones tend to be short-lived, but Nintendo's seem more akin to mayflies at this point. You may be familiar with Nintendo's massive 3DS price cut meant to push the slow-selling handheld out of the rut it's been inhabiting. You may even have heard of the Nintendo Ambassador … [Read more...] about Free Nintendo 3DS Games Offer Ends Tonight
Resident Evil’s Paul WS Anderson: Directors Don’t Know Video Games
Much like a Resident Evil zombie, director Paul WS Anderson is turning against his own kind. In keeping with the zombie theme, he asserted that "a lot of video game movies are made by directors who don't know the video games they are based on from a hole in the head." Some would argue, and by some … [Read more...] about Resident Evil’s Paul WS Anderson: Directors Don’t Know Video Games
HTC HD7 with Dev Build of Windows Phone Tango for Sale on Facebook
Windows Phone Tango is thought to be a new version of the Windows Phone OS that will sit between the Mango OS and the original Windows Phone 7. Rumors have the OS as a lower-cost smartphone offering. Right now, there are no smartphones out there running Tango, but you can get your hands on one that … [Read more...] about HTC HD7 with Dev Build of Windows Phone Tango for Sale on Facebook
Vuzix Debuts Cool Wrap 1200 Video Glasses
Like the idea of video glasses where you can wear these shades and get a giant virtual screen rather than having to watch on your smartphone or notebook screen. The reality is it's very hard to not look like a weirdo sitting on an airplane wearing these glasses. Vuzix has unveiled a new set of … [Read more...] about Vuzix Debuts Cool Wrap 1200 Video Glasses
35mm Camera Kit Is A Scale Modelers Dream
Ever have fond memories of scale model kits? We do. The heady smell of glue, the maddening precision, and the marvelous process of putting together a machine broken down into small plastic parts. Those days are dead and gone as the fine art remains the predominant preserve of young men. However, the … [Read more...] about 35mm Camera Kit Is A Scale Modelers Dream
Firefox 7 Will Use Up To 50 Percent Less Memory Than Previous Versions
If you have used Firefox for extended periods over the last couple of years, you will already be aware that earlier versions of Firefox have suffered from memory issues when it has been used heavily for extended periods. Mozilla is already aware of this and in recent versions tried to tackle the … [Read more...] about Firefox 7 Will Use Up To 50 Percent Less Memory Than Previous Versions
Kinect “Monkey Business” Wireless Puppet (video)
Ralph Kistler and Jan Sieber have teamed up and used a Microsoft Kinect motion controller, a handful of servos, and a cuddly teddy to create an interactive installation where users can move in front of a teddy and see it mimic their movements, like a wireless puppet. This innovative project, known … [Read more...] about Kinect “Monkey Business” Wireless Puppet (video)
Apple Patent Reveals Plans For Projectors In iPhone, iPad And iPod Touch
We have been hearing rumors for a while now that Apple is working to integrate projectors into future iOS devices, and now Patently Apple has discovered a new Apple patent which gives us an idea of how Apple plans to integrate projectors in future iOS smartphones and tablets. The new patent … [Read more...] about Apple Patent Reveals Plans For Projectors In iPhone, iPad And iPod Touch
PixelInvaders, Open Source LED Matrix Project (Video)
We just got an email from Michael Vogt from PixelInvaders to let us know about his new project, PixelInvaders, which is an open-source hardware project for artists. This innovative project is made from 3D RGB LED panels, offering a versatile and dynamic medium for artistic expression. The … [Read more...] about PixelInvaders, Open Source LED Matrix Project (Video)
