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Leatherman Tread is a utility wearable that fits a toolbox on your wrist
Digital Trends - 24 Jan 2015 21:31
Leatherman Tool Group, the company behind the famed Leatherman multi-tools, is set to debut its first wearable multi-tool in the form of a bracelet or watch that fits 25 tools around your wrist. The post Leatherman Tread...
Jurassic World toys surface ahead of movie
Slash Gear - 24 Jan 2015 04:41
After years of hopes, rumors, leaks, and eventual confirmation and subsequent teases, Jurassic World is (finally) upon us, destined to hit theaters early this summer. As with other movies, the film will be ushered in wit...
US Navy to publicly show their amazing railgun for the first time ever
Gizmodo - 24 Jan 2015 05:03
The US Navy will publicly show their formidable railgun at the Naval Future Force Science and Technology Expo in Washington D.C. on February 4. The formidable electromagnetic cannon launches solid projectiles over 100 na...
How Helicopters Could Fly On Mars | Video
SPACE.com - 24 Jan 2015 01:52
The gravity and atmosphere of the Red Planet are far different than that of Earth. Helicopter design would have to be altered - NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Bob Balaram explains the challenges.
Major measles outbreak linked to Disneyland infects 78
Mashable - 24 Jan 2015 05:30
A measles outbreak that began at Disneyland has ballooned to 78 cases, prompting public health officials to urge those who are not vaccinated to avoid the amusement park and other places where large numbers congregate, s...
Elon Musk is peak Elon Musk in 'Simpsons' sneak peek
Mashable - 24 Jan 2015 03:21
What happens when a great innovator meets Homer Simpson? Usually, lots of trouble And based on the just-released sneak peeks from Sunday's episode of The Simpsons with guest star Elon Musk, SpaceX and Tesla CEO, there's ...
Winklevoss twins launch Gemini, the 'regulated' Bitcoin exchange
Mashable - 24 Jan 2015 03:15
It's no secret Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss are betting big on Bitcoin: They've reportedly invested at least $11 million in the cryptocurrency, and they predict it could be even bigger than Facebook. On Friday, the broth...
Google Leaves Some Android Users Vulnerable to Hacks
Wall Street Journal - 24 Jan 2015 02:32
Google acknowledged Friday that it no longer makes sense to patch security holes in the Web browser included in some older versions of its Android operating software, a move that could leave some users open to prying eye...
Still Going! 'Opportunity' Roving Mars For 11 Years | Highlight Video
SPACE.com - 24 Jan 2015 02:05
The NASA rover landed on the Red Planet on Jan. 25th, 2004 (Jan 24th PST). It has driven 25.9 miles since.
Review: FLOTE Desktop Stand for iPad, Kindle, tablets
AppleTell - 24 Jan 2015 21:35
Portability, good looks, solid construction, and good functionality. The post Review: FLOTE Desktop Stand for iPad, Kindle, tablets appeared first on AppleTell.
John Romero plays Doom while giving new commentary
Slash Gear - 24 Jan 2015 19:12
22 years later, and id Software's Doom is still an interesting game to study and discuss. This is no more apparent than with John Romero's new commentary and insights, shared as he plays the game. Romero is id Software's...
Apple may allow Chinese government to conduct security audits on products
Slash Gear - 24 Jan 2015 17:00
According to a new report from The Beijing News, Apple will begin allowing the Chinese government to carry out security inspections on its devices that it sells in the country. The purpose for this agreement would be to ...
Viruses May Play Role in Crohn's Disease, Colitis: Study
MedicineNet - 24 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Viruses May Play Role in Crohn's Disease, Colitis: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/23/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/23/2015 12:00:00 AM
Uber suspended a dozen drivers for getting proper registration
Slash Gear - 24 Jan 2015 06:24
Uber has again pulled a business move that has garnered controversy, this time by suspending drivers who elected to follow state law rather than company demands. In California, individuals who drive for hire are required...
The Dawn Of Our Robot Overlords Inches Closer As iRobot Starts VC Shop
TechCrunch - 24 Jan 2015 02:02
Robot domination may have just taken another step forward. Just as venture capital investments in robotics are beginning to take off, the granddaddy of consumer robotics companies, iRobot, is launching a venture capita...
This Video Debunks 10 Popular Misconceptions About Germs and Hygiene
Life Hacker - 24 Jan 2015 02:00
The thought of germs can be a terrifying thing, but it's important to know the truth about the germ-covered world around you. This video clears up some highly circulated myths about things like germs, soap, and toilet se...
CATS Out of The Bag, Crawling Around ISS for Science Down Below
Universe Today - 24 Jan 2015 23:49
"Robotic controllers let the CATS out of the bag!" So says NASA spokesman Dan Huot in a cool new NASA timelapse video showing in detail how CATS crawled around the space stations gangly exterior and clawed its way into i...
The Truth About Addiction: We're All Junkies Now
Singularity Hub - 24 Jan 2015 21:24
Isn't it time we start telling the truth about addiction? What is that truth? That we are all addicts and all the time. For this to make sense, it helps...
NASA ISS Space to Ground Weekly Report - 23 January 2015
SpaceRef - 24 Jan 2015 19:44
NASA's Space to Ground is your weekly update on what's happening aboard the International Space Station....
Wow! The Most Amazing Images in Science This Week
Live Science - 24 Jan 2015 19:18
Weaponized insulin, a virtual river tour and a super water repellent material are all some of our favorite photos in Science this week.
What We're Reading This Week Across the Web (Through Jan 24)
Singularity Hub - 24 Jan 2015 18:19
Enjoy this week's stories! COMPUTING: A Graphene Discoverer Speculates on the Future of Computing Katia Moskvitch | Scientific American "I call it 'materials on demand' because, depending on your application and...
Return of Launch Competition Tops U.S. Milspace Procurement Manifest
Space News - 24 Jan 2015 17:51
Two competitive national security launches, the first to be awarded under the U.S. Air Force's main satellite launching program in 15 years, will be among the Defense Department's most closely watched space-related procu...