Gadget News
This is what it looks like when a neural net colorizes photos
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 06:10
We've seen the horrific results of Google's servers taking acid and interpreting photos with DeepDream, but what happens when a neural network does something altogether less terrifying with snapshots? It'll go all Ted Tu...
This electric bike can use 3D-printed replacement parts
Slash Gear - 3 Apr 2016 19:00
About a month ago, ETT Industries announced the Trayser, its new electric bicycle that, while impressive, is fairly standard as far as e-bikes go. It features an aluminum frame, a 42V lithium-ion battery, a range of 60 m...
Here's Blue Origin's Rocket Coming In For Its Third Landing
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 18:02
Yesterday, Blue Origin launched their rocket for the third time , bringing it in for a successful landing.
Vigilance Full HD Outdoor Mini Dome Network Camera provides that extra bit of peace of mind
Coolest Gadgets - 4 Apr 2016 01:00
It is said that a man's home is his castle, and when we bring to mind castles in medieval times, then surely those are places which are definitely well fortified, so much so that they are able to ward off and even repel ...
Tom Kartsotis made a fortune by tapping into a sense of nostalgia with Fossil watches, and has now c
Gizmodo - 4 Apr 2016 01:00
Tom Kartsotis made a fortune by tapping into a sense of nostalgia with Fossil watches, and has now created a new company, Shinola, which has grounded its sense of manufactured nostalgia in Detroit. Inc. has an in-depth p...
Wireless charging system for EVs is nearly as good as plugging in
Engadget - 4 Apr 2016 00:59
Wireless charging for electric cars is already affordable, but it's still pretty limited: it's not the quickest option, and it's not even on the radar if you're driving large vehicles like trucks. Scientists at Oak Ridge...
Sioeye Iris4G captures more than meets the eye
Coolest Gadgets - 4 Apr 2016 00:00
If you happen to own an action camera under your care, then chances are pretty high that you would have your fair share of gripes concerning it, never mind the fact that the action camera itself does come with a fair bit...
Pluto is Still Extremely Weird in the Latest Image From NASA
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 23:50
NASA has released a new image of Pluto's Tartarus Dorsa, the 'bladed' region to the east of the heart-shaped formation known as the Tombaugh Region. The 3D image reminds us of how weird the dwarf planet is.
Tesla reportedly taps LG to make the Model 3's giant display
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 23:27
Tesla has a lot of Model 3 pre-orders to fill, so how's it going to get there? By asking some of the biggest companies in the world for help, that's how. Reuters sources hear that Tesla is having LG Display make the 15-i...
The FBI is Providing 'Technical Assistance' to Local Law Enforcement With iPhone Problems
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 23:06
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is widening their help to local law enforcement officials across the country by offering "technical assistance".
Nintendo Entertainment System Backpack rolls back the years
Coolest Gadgets - 3 Apr 2016 23:00
If you were one of those who happen to grow up in the 1980s, surely you would have come across the likes of the Nintendo Entertainment System, or NES for short in many homes of your friends and contemporaries, so much so...
Will a Bowling Ball Survive a Hydraulic Press? Spoiler: Not a Chance.
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 22:13
The hydraulic press guys have been compressing all types of things lately, and they've turned their attention to some bowling equipment.
Airbnb cracks down on illegal hotels in its home town
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 22:01
San Francisco regulates short-term rental services like Airbnb, but there's still plenty of abuse. Locals can still point to property owners illegally offering short-term stays in homes they don't live in, making an alre...
6 gadgets that provide fresh water to those who need it most
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 20:30
By Cat DiStasio There are 1.2 billion people around the world do not have reliable access to fresh, potable water. That's why advancements in water purification technology are so important. Fortunately, there are a lot o...
Tesla Model 3 sees over double the expected pre-orders
Slash Gear - 3 Apr 2016 20:21
In case you haven't heard, Tesla, the superstar electric car company, finally unveiled its new Model 3 last week. It was assumed that electric vehicle and Tesla fans would create a high demand for the car, which won't ac...
Watch This Adorable Baby Barn Owl Learn To Fly
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 20:00
The BBC recently released a documentary called Super Powered Owls, which looks at how owls fly. Part of the program includes the story of Luna and Lily, two young Barns owls who are learning to fly for the first time.
The After Math: This is a joke, right?
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 19:00
April Fools Day was Friday, capping off a week of news that seemed too good to be true -- or, at least too ridiculous to be taken seriously. From drink-delivering drone caddies and off-road rollerblades to movie theater ...
Our First Ever Look at Bruce Timm's Animated Adaptation of The Killing Joke
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 18:24
It's one of the most famous comic books of all time, and now we have our first look at the upcoming adaptation of Alan Moore's The Killing Joke, starring Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill.
Tesla Model 3: Everything We've Learned
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 18:15
As of Saturday morning, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk announced via Twitter that Tesla Model 3 orders were at a whopping 253,000 two days after its debut. Since that debut, we've learned quite a bit about the car--things bo...
Blue Origin reusable rocket completes third launch and landing
Slash Gear - 3 Apr 2016 18:00
Jeff Bezos and his private spaceflight agency Blue Origin are now three-for-three in successfully launching and landing their reusable rocket into space. Their New Shepard rocket -- the same one that was launched and lan...
Inhabitat's Week in Green: Tesla's Model 3, and more!
Engadget - 3 Apr 2016 18:00
After years of anticipation, Tesla just unveiled its most affordable electric car to date. The Model 3 is a svelte EV for the masses that starts at $35,000, and it can drive 215 miles on a single charge. Meanwhile, Hyund...
For The Convertible Top, Its History Is More Up And Down Than Its Function
Gizmodo - 3 Apr 2016 17:05
Happy Sunday! Welcome to Holy Shift, where we highlight big innovations in the auto and racing industries each week--whether they be necessary or simply for comfort.