We know that Sony is going to announce the new PlayStation Phone soon, and we have also heard that they will launch a new version of the PSP, the PSP2. Now, the Japanese newspaper, the Nikkei, is reporting on some of the specifications of the new PSP2, which reportedly include an OLED display and … [Read more...] about Sony PSP2 To Feature OLED Display, 3G ?
Did Google Copy Android Code From Java?
Over the weekend, there have been a number of stories on the web that have said that some of the source code in Android was copied from Java, and a number of software experts have reported this after looking at the code. It seems that the copied code was actually found in Google's Android OS, but … [Read more...] about Did Google Copy Android Code From Java?
U.S. Researcher Creates Zombie Malware
Georgia Weidman is a clever lass. Thanks to her efforts, a new age of smartphone malware has dawned. Is this a bad thing? Not unless evil hackers can use it for their own nefarious deeds. Weidman plans on demo-ing her creation at the upcoming Schmoocon in Washington D.C. using three Android … [Read more...] about U.S. Researcher Creates Zombie Malware
Sega Installs Toylet Lavatory Games In Tokyo
First comes news of tricked-out San Francisco bus stops, now it's Tokyo urinals that are getting the game treatment. It seems free digital diversion in public places is the norm for 2011. Sega actually installed the Toylet series of games so that guys can pee straight. That's right, pee straight. … [Read more...] about Sega Installs Toylet Lavatory Games In Tokyo
Soft Screwdriver Concept Is Design At Its Most Practical
Screwdrivers Screwdrivers. Everybody needs 'em. So this new screwdriver set from Arthur Xin might hit all the right buttons for those whose lifestyle demands extensive use of screwdrivers. What you see pictured above are eight shafts each containing a specific type of … [Read more...] about Soft Screwdriver Concept Is Design At Its Most Practical
U.S. Man Fights Ice With A DIY Bicycle Snow Plow
Necessity really is the mother of invention. Others may choose to blow up snow banks (and subsequently get arrested), still others dust off their bicycles and do some carpentry. For the latter, a DIY snow plow is the inevitable result of a bicycle plus carpentry. … [Read more...] about U.S. Man Fights Ice With A DIY Bicycle Snow Plow
Sticker Grip Tape Decal For iPhone 4 Is Neat Stuff
It comes in colors. It sticks. Such is the Grip Tape line from RF Laserworks. They basically ad a dash of art to your favorite gadget while ensuring it never slips from your hand. They're cheap too. Man, aren't iPhone decals eternal founts of wonderment? The promotional sample pic above features … [Read more...] about Sticker Grip Tape Decal For iPhone 4 Is Neat Stuff
The Pure Sun Is Just That, Pure Sun
We mean it's pure sun powered. No electricity or bulbs needed. The lovely square light contraption sucks in the rays and viola! There's light! Though we suggest it's left near a window to better fulfill its purpose. Igland Design from Denmark are its creators and the Pure Sun (yes, that's its … [Read more...] about The Pure Sun Is Just That, Pure Sun
Apple App Store Breaks Records With 10 Billionth Download
A few posts ago we excitedly reported how close the App Store was to reaching the 10 billion mark. Well, it has happened, boys and girls. 10 billion (with a 'b') individual apps have transformed people's lives as of today. The lucky 10 billionth dude or chick is eligible for a lot of money, like … [Read more...] about Apple App Store Breaks Records With 10 Billionth Download
U.S. Man Fights Ice With Fire
What we meant by that dramatic title is he started using explosives to clear the snow on his lawn. Yep, there's a genius in every neighborhood, boys and girls. The inventive 23-year-old madman Leo J. Powers has since been arrested by the cops, charged, and had his gun licenses revoked. It's … [Read more...] about U.S. Man Fights Ice With Fire
Disabled U.K. Man Forbidden To Ride His Tracked Wheelchair
Like we mentioned a few posts earlier, anything on treads is cool. Especially wheelchairs. Jim Starr shared the same sentiments toward his rugged outdoor wheelchair pictured below. (It was a Christmas gift!) In case you missed it, Jim can't walk. … [Read more...] about Disabled U.K. Man Forbidden To Ride His Tracked Wheelchair
Yahoo Installs Games At San Francisco Bus Stops
Yahoo has gone out of its way to install 20 touch screens across SF. What for? Gaming. Against other people in other bus stops. See that guy in the picture? He's playing against an anonymous foe from around the corner. Bus stops. Games. Digital combat. We're sold. The Yahoo initiative is actually … [Read more...] about Yahoo Installs Games At San Francisco Bus Stops
