The last thing we heard from HTC on their unlocked bootloaders for a range of HTC Android smartphones was back in May, when the company confirmed that they were dropping locked bootloaders from their Android handsets. HTC has now confirmed that they will start to release unlocked bootloaders for a … [Read more...] about HTC Sensation, Sensation 4G and EVO 3D To Get Unlocked Bootloaders From August
Whiz Kid Builds Gimbaled Robotic Vehicle (Video)
Hemispherical omnidirectional gimbaled wheel. It's a mind-melting technical term of utter simplicity. Such a gimbaled wheel is what gives the Lego robot pictured below incredible mobility. It was built by Curtis Boirum from Bradley University. There's an incredible video after the jump, so don't … [Read more...] about Whiz Kid Builds Gimbaled Robotic Vehicle (Video)
Maxim 2 In 1 Is An Incredible Kitchen Gadget
Of course, real cooks will sniff at the idea of precisely measuring ingredients. But for those just going about the business of improving their culinary chops, the Maxim 2 in 1 could prove mighty useful. What it is is a measuring cup and weighing scale in one. It might not be the ideal tool for … [Read more...] about Maxim 2 In 1 Is An Incredible Kitchen Gadget
Apple Going After GetJar For Using App Store Name
Last week we heard that Apple were denied an injunction against Amazon for Amazon using the term App Store for their mobile application download service for Android, of course this isn't the end of the matter and a court case will take place to determine whether Apple should be allowed exclusive use … [Read more...] about Apple Going After GetJar For Using App Store Name
Pictures Of Darth Vader On Holiday
In the real world, Darth Vader would be a widower who spends most of his time breathing heavily and speaking in a scary baritone. Estranged from his two kids and preoccupied with crushing the Rebel Alliance, the stress of being a Sith Lord sure takes its toll on the guy. So for once, he decided to … [Read more...] about Pictures Of Darth Vader On Holiday
Air Pick Lets You Air Guitar For Real
More than a keychain and almost as musical as a real guitar pick, the Air Pick is any air guitarists dream. How so? It's got a sound file embedded in it so that when you do play air guitar the real notes will play. Of course, to enjoy the Air Pick you must first be an unabashed air guitar … [Read more...] about Air Pick Lets You Air Guitar For Real
Beautiful Caterpillar Excavator 1/16 Model Selling For A Pile
Of money. You might be thinking otherwise. We doubt exchanging a pile of wolf pelts would convince the maker of this wonderful model that a transaction is forthcoming. Seen below is an incredible 1/16th scale model of a Caterpillar excavator made of cherry and walnut wood. The painstaking part comes … [Read more...] about Beautiful Caterpillar Excavator 1/16 Model Selling For A Pile
Mosquito Buster Android App Repels Mosquitoes
The bad news is it's only available in Japan at the moment. Don't fret though, as the Android app will soon have its iOS counterpart. In the meantime, allow us to guide you through Mosquito Buster. Contrary to what you might think, it doesn't cause your smartphone to emit mosquito-killing smoke. … [Read more...] about Mosquito Buster Android App Repels Mosquitoes
Supercollar Really Is A Super Dog Collar
Made of polypropylene. Steel wires. A retractable rubber handle. You'll think feral animals are the kind of beasts on whom this Supercollar will be imposed on. Not quite, as it's meant for the average mutt you consider a best friend aside from the person you share innermost secrets to. Strange … [Read more...] about Supercollar Really Is A Super Dog Collar
Adobe Illustrator Illustrated Camera Collection Is Fun
This guy named Bill Brown just rendered a hundred cute camera illustrations using Adobe Illustrator. Viewing the gallery on the website he set up should be a blast for cam enthusiasts (hey, that rhymed!). Bill Brown doesn’t mind random people actually toying with his work so long as he's given … [Read more...] about Adobe Illustrator Illustrated Camera Collection Is Fun
Crescent Demos Immersive Digital Entertainment VR, No Commercial Release On The Horizon (Video)
Long story short, this new immersive display from Crescent seeks to eradicate the invisible wall separating gamers from their diversion. That's pretty basic, as the technology for this dates back at least (by our estimates) 20 years. Of course, its latest incarnation as the Immersive Digital … [Read more...] about Crescent Demos Immersive Digital Entertainment VR, No Commercial Release On The Horizon (Video)
Sony To Stop Shipping MiniDisc Walkman
Hardly a year after the cassette-playing Walkman was finally consigned to oblivion, news has broken out that the same fate will be shared by the MiniDisc. In case the MiniDisc never made a difference in your life, don't fret. Since its debut in the early 90s, the MiniDisc has only managed to sell 22 … [Read more...] about Sony To Stop Shipping MiniDisc Walkman
