With the next generation console hand now at least partially played and the two remaining reveals out of the way, it's easy to forget that the vast majority of people won't care about the new Xbox or PS4 until they need something to feed Netflix into their TV and occasionally keep the kids quiet. … [Read more...] about 25 Million Xbox 360s To Be Sold Yet, Microsoft Hopes
OUYA Gets First GAME Appearance Via Indie
An indie developer gave the OUYA its first retail run, setting up a demo unit in-store and allowing people to play both his game and a variety of others on the console. James Coote, the indie who demo-ed the console in a GAME store, says the experience was a positive one for most people, though he … [Read more...] about OUYA Gets First GAME Appearance Via Indie
Halo Bootcamp Is Something Halo-Related Coming To PC
It's a sure bet that Halo-related products will be in steady supply now that Microsoft has revitalized the franchise via its fourth game in the series and by announcing a new live-action TV series helmed by Steven Spielberg. And Microsoft doesn't disappoint, as something called Halo Bootcamp is … [Read more...] about Halo Bootcamp Is Something Halo-Related Coming To PC
Curiosity Ends With UK Winner, Prize Tied To Godus
Peter Molyneux's experimental cube-tapper has come to an end, with the content of the last cube revealed. The last tap came from Bryan Henderson from Edinburgh who, it was revealed in a video featuring a tiny version of Molyneux himself, will be playing God in 22 Cans's new title GODUS while also … [Read more...] about Curiosity Ends With UK Winner, Prize Tied To Godus
Bondsy Brings Back the Barter System
Bondsy, a new mobile app, has brought the barter system back from the grave. While sites like Ebay are great for getting rid of stuff you don’t want or need, it only allows you to get rid of items people are willing to buy. Usually things people are already looking for. Bondsy makes it easier for … [Read more...] about Bondsy Brings Back the Barter System
Apple I Sells for $670,000
There are only about six working Apple I computers still left in the world. Earlier this week, one shattered the record of the Apple I at auction by over $30,000 dollars when it sold for $671,400. The previous record for the Apple I’s price at auction was set just last December at $640,000. They … [Read more...] about Apple I Sells for $670,000
NASA Maps Titan
NASA scientists have tons of telescopes and the top-of-the-line imaging technologies at their disposal, but we hardly ever get to see what they see. Recently, NASA gave us a little glimpse by creating a topographical map of Titan, which is the largest moon around Saturn. How’d they map something … [Read more...] about NASA Maps Titan
Scientists Find New Use for Graphene
Graphene, a pure carbon material, is used to make a variety of items that span from solar cells to cans. Before now, it was mostly used as a metallic mineral for its carbon; but scientists have found a new use for the thin flat layer of graphite. It can now be used to create lasers. It works … [Read more...] about Scientists Find New Use for Graphene
Lost Moon Dust Found
In 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin did more than just step on the moon. They also brought back a bunch of moon rock and dust samples for scientists to study. These samples were crucial for understanding the moon's composition and the broader history of our solar system. However, when they got … [Read more...] about Lost Moon Dust Found
Google to Launch Wireless Internet Provider Services
You’ve probably heard about Google Fiber, Google’s own internet service provider plans that have brought faster internet to certain cities than ever before at a very reasonable price. The company is continuing to further their Fiber efforts, but it’s also looking to start providing wireless internet … [Read more...] about Google to Launch Wireless Internet Provider Services
Yahoo! Bids on Hulu
Yahoo! May have just bought Tumblr for $1.1 billion, but it still has another $4 billion to spare. Apparently, that money is burning a hole in Yahoo!’s pocket. According to a source for Brittney Hillen at Slash Gear, Thursday morning Yahoo! bid an unknown amount for Hulu. However, Yahoo! isn’t the … [Read more...] about Yahoo! Bids on Hulu
Urine Analysis? There’s an App for that!
In an odd twist of events, the Federal Drug Administration, aka FDA, has sent a letter to the developers of a medical iPhone app called uChek that analyzes pictures of urine and gives users a readout of the state of their health. The FDA said in the letter that the makers of uChek had thirty days to … [Read more...] about Urine Analysis? There’s an App for that!
