The last thing we heard about the 4,000 Nortel patents that a number of technology companies have been trying to get their hands on was that Google had offered $900 million for the patents. It looks like Google will not be happy with the outcome of the patents auction as a consortium of technology … [Read more...] about Apple, Microsoft, RIM, Ericsson, Sony, EMC Win Nortel Patents For $4.5 Billion
Facebook’s iPad App Launching Next Week?
We have been hearing rumors that Facebook is working on a new iPad app, and now Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg has hinted that the company has something new to announce next week. Speaking at Facebook's offices in Seattle, Zuckerberg announced that the company will "launch something awesome" next … [Read more...] about Facebook’s iPad App Launching Next Week?
Windows Phone 7 Mango Adds Front Facing Camera Support
It looks like Windows Phone 7 Mango will add support for front-facing cameras on Windows Phone 7 devices, as the guys over at WPCentral have discovered a new icon within the camera function in Windows Phone 7. The button looks like it can be used to toggle between front and rear-facing cameras, and … [Read more...] about Windows Phone 7 Mango Adds Front Facing Camera Support
Awesome Iron Man Xbox 360 Slim Mod (Video)
We have featured quite a few different Xbox mods here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one is from the talented team over at Major League Mods. This time, they have outdone themselves with the Iron Man Xbox 360 Slim Mod. The Iron Man Xbox 360 Slim mod was meticulously crafted by Mark Bongo from … [Read more...] about Awesome Iron Man Xbox 360 Slim Mod (Video)
Microsoft’s European Data Fair Game For Patriot Act
Just like the majority of people asking themselves this question, we were pretty sure about the answer from the start. “Can Microsoft guarantee that EU-stored data, held in EU-based datacenters, will not leave the European Economic Area under any circumstances — even under a request by the Patriot … [Read more...] about Microsoft’s European Data Fair Game For Patriot Act
Molyneux: Fable The Journey “Amazing”, Industry Rolls Eyes
Probably only matched for hyperbole by Apple's CEO, only with the difference that Steve can occasionally back his up, Lionhead err... hed Peter Molyneux is up to his old tricks. Man, you'd think he'd have at least remembered that damn acorn. Ladies and gentlemen, take your seats and don't forget to … [Read more...] about Molyneux: Fable The Journey “Amazing”, Industry Rolls Eyes
Bungie Aerospace Is Actually Indie Game Development Effort
No, Bungie aren't going all John Carmack on us and launching a homegrown space program, despite the highly interpretable name of their latest endeavour. It turns out it's nothing more than a way for Bungie to disseminate the work of some deserving indie creators to the Bungie community, which was … [Read more...] about Bungie Aerospace Is Actually Indie Game Development Effort
Skooba Unveils New Cable Stable Mini Organizer
If you have a laptop or other gadget that you take with you all over the place, you probably have some sort of laptop or gadget bag to carry it in. I have used a bunch of bags over the years and one of my favorites was from Skooba Designs. The company has announced a new accessory bag for people … [Read more...] about Skooba Unveils New Cable Stable Mini Organizer
Top Secret Night Vision Contact Lenses Rumor Start Circulating Again
Again, because the author who resurrected the discussion cites an old Popular Science article. Anyway, consider this the latest addition to the myths surrounding the Bin Laden raid two months ago. According to an unnamed member of the U.S. military (it's not clear which branch), special forces … [Read more...] about Top Secret Night Vision Contact Lenses Rumor Start Circulating Again
Homemade 555 Timer Chip Footstool Looks Like The Real Thing
As the tired old saying/meme goes, necessity is the mother of invention. The necessity in this particular scenario was a dire need for a foot stool. The mothering of course involved a very unique build that isn't as hard core as some may presume. Its design, based on a 555 timer chip, has proven … [Read more...] about Homemade 555 Timer Chip Footstool Looks Like The Real Thing
Microsoft Lands Onkyo for Patent Licensing for Android Tablets
It seems weird to be talking about Microsoft selling licenses to build Android tablets considering Microsoft has its own operating systems that fight Android. Still, that is exactly what Microsoft is doing since it licensed patents from another company that cover tech used in many Android … [Read more...] about Microsoft Lands Onkyo for Patent Licensing for Android Tablets
JackBacks Wooden Replacements for iPhone Backs Look Great
If you have an iPhone 4, you know that the glass back gets scratched up very easily and can even crack if you drop it, just as the front can. This can be quite frustrating, especially if you take pride in keeping your gadgets in pristine condition. If your iPhone has a bunch of scratches on it or is … [Read more...] about JackBacks Wooden Replacements for iPhone Backs Look Great
