Gadget News
Kickstarted Drone Company Folds, Along With $3.4 Million in Pledges
Gizmodo - 19 Nov 2015 07:21
Most Kickstarter projects come through in the end, but every now and again, something fails in spectacular fashion and reminds us that crowdfunding is not all it's cracked up to be.
Phazon wireless earbuds are one-size fits all and water-resistant
Slash Gear - 19 Nov 2015 14:30
There are a lot of challenges when it comes to picking the right set of earbuds. Many people just buy the set that looks good and hope they won't fall out of the ears when they are exercising and that they will fit well....
This Stormy Star Means Alien Life May Be Rarer Than We Thought
Gizmodo - 20 Nov 2015 01:00
There's a red dwarf about 35 light-years from here that's spewing powerful, life crushing solar flares into space. These types of stellar objects are fairly common, leading to speculation that our galaxy is less habitabl...
Google Hangouts activates guest mode for meetings
Slash Gear - 19 Nov 2015 21:14
Google's latest bid to make their products more instantly-available to users is in "guest" mode in Google Hangouts. This feature allows people with Google accounts to host Google Hangouts meetings in which invited guests...
RAW photos banned by Reuters
Slash Gear - 19 Nov 2015 20:26
Aiming for authenticity in news reporting - so they suggest - Reuters has banned the submission of RAW photos from photographers working with them in the field. This ruling has been passed down to freelance contributors ...
Local Motors could melt your 3D-printed car to create a new one
Engadget - 19 Nov 2015 07:33
You may know Local Motors as the company behind the Rally Fighter, but these days, it's best known for creating the world's first 3D-printed car. As the company prepares to sell those cars to the public for the first tim...
Carnegie Mellon says it didn't help the FBI hack Tor for money
Engadget - 19 Nov 2015 06:34
The Tor network volunteers recently accused Carnegie Mellon University of helping feds uncover the identities of some shady website operators and users, including drug distributors and child pornographers, in exchange fo...
Fujifilm X-Pro2 camera specs leak ahead of launch
Slash Gear - 19 Nov 2015 05:38
The rumored Fujifilm X-Pro2 camera is the source of another leak, this one seemingly confirming existing specs while adding more into the mix. Furthermore, Magnum Photos inadvertently confirmed the camera's planned premi...
Groupon's new CEO insists the company is 'misunderstood'
Engadget - 20 Nov 2015 01:52
Last week Groupon's shares hit an all-time low, only days after appointing Rich Williams as its new CEO in place of co-founder Eric Lefkofsky. What's more, Groupon recently ceased operations in Puerto Rico, Taiwan, Denma...
Deadspin The 26 Weirdest Adult Swim Shows Ever | Jezebel It Sucks to Be a Bridesmaid Everywhere, But
Gizmodo - 20 Nov 2015 01:48
Deadspin The 26 Weirdest Adult Swim Shows Ever | Jezebel It Sucks to Be a Bridesmaid Everywhere, But It Especially Sucks in the South | Jalopnik Holy Crap, Used Nissan Leafs Are Incredibly Cheap | Lifehacker What Free Ap...
Facebook's making it easier to ignore your ex after a breakup
Engadget - 20 Nov 2015 01:41
Social networking can be a little ...awkward after a break up -- forcing you to revisit potentially painful memories each time your ex posts a meme, status update or, worst of all, photo with their new fling. Facebook un...
Apple's probing iPad Pro freezing issue
Slash Gear - 20 Nov 2015 01:33
Some iPad Pro owners have been afflicted with an issue causing the slate to become unresponsive once it has fully finished charging. When that happens, the screen will go entirely black if the charger is not removed, acc...
You won't be streaming Adele's '25' on Spotify
Slash Gear - 20 Nov 2015 01:23
Since the release of her single "Hello" last month, many people have been eagerly awaiting Adele's new album. Of course, with any album release, many people also wonder when it will be hitting streaming services such as ...
How Taco Bell Brought Mexican Food To America
Gizmodo - 20 Nov 2015 01:20
The tiny adobe structure behind a chain-link fence on a busy Southern California street doesn't look like much today. But the first Taco Bell played a big role in the fast-food revolution, and more importantly, it helped...
The Nvidia Shield Pro - Streaming at its finest
Coolest Gadgets - 20 Nov 2015 01:16
How many people that you know pay for cable and actually use it to the full extent? Most of us use the internet to watch things on YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll (don’t lie to yourself). Of course, this means ...
Samsung Galaxy S7 details bring a retro detail back
Slash Gear - 20 Nov 2015 01:07
Details of the release of the Samsung Galaxy S7 have been revealed in a series of international registration numbers. Two different sets of Galaxy S7 devices have been revealed, both sets containing next-generation repla...
The restoration of a fireman's axe is a really fun process to see
Gizmodo - 20 Nov 2015 01:00
Watching Jimmy DiResta restore a fireman's axe is especially cool because you get to see him work with metal and wood. Turning that dull blade into something shiny and sharp is already fun but shaping a block of wood int...
Let's have an argument about encryption
Engadget - 20 Nov 2015 01:00
Government officials have been vexed for quite some time now that they can't surveil communications that use end-to-end encryption. Never mind that to crack encrypted platforms open for one spy would mean to open them up...
Google Fit update adds instant stats, Android Wear challenges, and more
Slash Gear - 20 Nov 2015 00:46
Google Fit, the company's fitness tracking app, has been updated with several new features, not the least of which are instant insights into one's fitness activities -- walks, runs, bicycle rides, and such. Google Fit wi...
Zoolander 2 Trailer is here: the world's most beautiful people
Slash Gear - 20 Nov 2015 00:39
The trailer for the 2016 film Zoolander 2 is at hand, and with it, a bucket of teasers and clues about the movie's content. The image you're seeing above shows the not-so-secret return of Mugatu, the scene-stealing mega-...
Paris and the trail of social media misinformation
Engadget - 20 Nov 2015 00:20
In the wake of the multi-pronged terror attacks on Paris last Friday, social media was awash with emotion; from concern and outrage to offers of support to those in need. Unfortunately, social media was also the site of ...
2016 Toyota Prius First Drive: Eco-chic Gets Redone
Slash Gear - 19 Nov 2015 20:00
Beloved by owners, bemoaned by automotive enthusiasts, championed by environmentalists, no car is as polarizing as the Toyota Prius. In California, it may be the only thing more abundant than sunshine. While other automa...