If you aren't familiar with how Google works, they have a big developers conference simply called I/O. Sometimes they roll out big things like a new version of Android, or some other big new Android phone. This time last week, it was cardboard. I have no idea if anyone intends to mass-produce this very cheap holder, but they were given out by Google at I/O. Yeah, it is … [Read more...] about Google unveils Cardboard VR at I/O
Archives for June 2014
Robots serve as guides at Tokyo Museum
If you head to Tokyo, you can see some seriously freaky real robots at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. They are Kodomoroid ("child robot") and Otonaroid ("adult robot") and they are positioned to introduce you to the world of robots. I am told that these robots move their realistic lips to a voice-over, and they have all the human "tells". For … [Read more...] about Robots serve as guides at Tokyo Museum
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Babylon 5
I don't know whether I really planned this, but this month has been Speculative TV show month. Today, I wanted to discuss my one of my favorites, and it is not Star Trek, Doctor Who, but this one, Babylon 5. If you never heard of it, I can't say that I blame you. It lasted about five years, but the only thing that kept it alive was its fanbase. The show was not one that … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Babylon 5
Heliquad 2.4 remote-controlled quadcopter from Interactive Toy Concepts
Since it is summertime in my part of the world, it is always a blast to play with some remote controlled toys. In the case of the Heliquad 2.4 by Interactive Toy, I'm glad they put out a quad-copter model. I had a chance to try this out, and let me tell you one thing: It is a lot of fun. The only thing is that I had a trouble with its controls. In fact, the box says … [Read more...] about Heliquad 2.4 remote-controlled quadcopter from Interactive Toy Concepts
Clear-Coat has your iPhone and iPad Air covered
This is not the first time that I have written about Clear-coat before, nor a product that can protect your mobile device like this. I personally liked the Aurora as it was very, very shiny and reflective, but the ones that I had to look at were very transparent. I also am surprised that this was the first time that I used a headline like this. The ones that I had a … [Read more...] about Clear-Coat has your iPhone and iPad Air covered
Tonino Lamborghini Quantum EL-01 Headphones
Ah, yes, another headphone review! And how can I possibly give a bad rating to any phone that has "Lamborghini" in its title. The answer is that I can't, because I always thought those flat cars are the best. It is more than just the name that makes the Quantum EL-01 headphone rock. It has a 10-mm driver for the enhanced bass response, and it really does have powerful … [Read more...] about Tonino Lamborghini Quantum EL-01 Headphones
The Kodiak 6000mA USB Power Bank from Outdoor Tech
Yes, I have reported on Outdoor Tech before, such as the Privates Wireless Headphones, and I have also reviewed plenty of mobile batteries like those ones for Ventev or iWalk. I want to welcome you to the Kodiak. So, what makes the Kodiak different than other mobile batteries? Well, for one thing, it is IP54 Water Resistant which means it might not be able to be … [Read more...] about The Kodiak 6000mA USB Power Bank from Outdoor Tech
The System Mechanic from iolo
It isn't often that I review some performance solutions software, but I had a chance to try out iolo's System Mechanic. It is always difficult to review something that improves your PC, for you don't know how well it will work if you don't use it If you want to see it for yourself, just go to iolo.com and download it. It costs about $39.95 (for now), and it is made for … [Read more...] about The System Mechanic from iolo
The 120 Watt Cup Inverter from Energizer
If you do a lot of work on the road, then you know how important it is to be charging your mobile devices while you are behind the wheel. I'm sure that a lot of people have one of those cigarette lighter/USB adapters in their cars, and Energizer has something for the whole family with the 120 Watt Cup Inverter. The 120 Watt Cup Inverter is made to fit in the cup holder of … [Read more...] about The 120 Watt Cup Inverter from Energizer
Steve Jackson’s Sorcery comes alive on your mobile phone (Chapter 1)
For some reason, I seem to be reviewing a lot of adventure games, as The Last Door and Quest for Infamy were on my game playlist. I happened to try out Steve Jackson's Sorcery for the mobile phone platform, and I will say that it is complex as it is interesting. If you don't know who Steve Jackson is, I understand. He is a big name in the role-playing game world, … [Read more...] about Steve Jackson’s Sorcery comes alive on your mobile phone (Chapter 1)
FoxL DASH7 from Soundmatters
In an effort to review every Bluetooth speaker ever made, I had a chance to try out one of the best of them with the FoxL DASH7 from Soundmatters. I have been wanting to review this speaker for a long, long time. If you aren't familiar with the DASH7, it is a very flat Bluetooth speaker that has some of the best sound I have heard for something this 2-D. Okay, it isn't … [Read more...] about FoxL DASH7 from Soundmatters
Spydy Contacts is a great way to help you organize people
Some of you might know that I am currently reorganizing my contacts, and I have discovered how difficult it is to organize people. Especially if you are in the LinkedIn 500+ club. Oh yeah, I'm in it. I had a chance to try out Spydy Contacts, and yes, I believe it is pronounced "Spidey", kind of like Spider-man's nickname. Spydy allows you to upload contacts from several … [Read more...] about Spydy Contacts is a great way to help you organize people
Quest for Infamy, another terrific point-and-click adventure game
Some of you might remember my review of The Last Door last week, and how I liked playing these old-school point-and-click adventure games, even if they had graphics like...The Last Door. I found another game on Steam known as Quest for Infamy which has a lot better resolution and gameplay that is just, if even not more, fun. Quest for Infamy is essentially a … [Read more...] about Quest for Infamy, another terrific point-and-click adventure game
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Doctor Who
This month is starting to become "Speculative Fiction TV Month" as I covered Futurama two weeks ago, and Sherlock one week ago. Yes, I know Sherlock isn't technically Speculative Fiction, but today's subject most certainly is. This is the first time that I have ever brought up Doctor Who on this blog. I'm going to use that "two types of people in the world" intro and say … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Doctor Who
The Neoji, a zen master for the home
I saw an ad the other day where a husband is video-chatting with his wife, and explaining why his sickness kept him from doing the chores. The wife then uses her smartphone to turn on the lights in the house, and there is a party going on behind the husband. Busted! For some reason, I am seeing a trend of devices that allow you to control your home from a smartphone. … [Read more...] about The Neoji, a zen master for the home