In all honesty, I had forgotten that Terry Gilliam had directed this 1995 film. This isn't to say that 12 Monkeys is forgettable. I guess I like Terry when his films are full of fantastic images and extremely far-fetched premises. In all honesty, 12 Monkeys was a film that I started watching and quit, because it just seemed too dark for me. The beginning is a disturbing … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: 12 Monkeys
ZAGG Rugged Folio Keyboard
Some of you might be looking at the image from this and think it is some sort of deconstruction of a new sandwich at McDonalds. Let me assure you that this is the Rugged Folio for the iPad Air from ZAGG, a company that I have covered more than just once. The Rugged Folio has a wireless Bluetooth keyboard, along with a tough polycarbonate shell and a soft silicone … [Read more...] about ZAGG Rugged Folio Keyboard
Kinivo BTC455 Bluetooth Car Kit with Multipoint
I will be honest that I have seen products like the Kinivo BTC455 before, and I think it is a sign that even the newest car stereos are not set up for Bluetooth. Yes, anyone who wants to play the tunes on their phone in their car just has to use their phone. That is, unless you have the Kinivo BTC455 Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit. Basically, you can pair your Bluetooth … [Read more...] about Kinivo BTC455 Bluetooth Car Kit with Multipoint
VIEVU² is a durable, wearable video camera
I have seen VIEVU products before. The first time that I saw them was at my first CES in 2008. Back then, they were new, and the idea of a wearable camera was also not common. Now there is the VIEVU², which is made to be very wearable as well as extremely durable. It is made of the same military-grade tech that law enforcement agencies use. In fact, their target … [Read more...] about VIEVU² is a durable, wearable video camera
WPS Office from Kingsoft comes to Mobile
I don't often review a lot of apps, but as a writer, I can't resist any application that allows me to open just about any kind of document. Needless to say, WPS Office is prepared for the mobile era. For me, I just have to have to work on my laptop. I guess I just need some clicky-click of the keys. However, if I have to view or create a document in Word, PowerPoint, … [Read more...] about WPS Office from Kingsoft comes to Mobile
InkCase Plus for the Galaxy S5
Fresh from my review of that Moshi case for the GS 5 with a window comes a Kickstarter project that takes it way to the next level with the InkCase Plus. This concept is a way of putting a second screen on the Galaxy S5, and I applaud its method. It comes with a case, and within the case is a place for an E-Ink screen. Now, the E-Ink's display is in black and white, but … [Read more...] about InkCase Plus for the Galaxy S5
Moshi SenseCover Touch-Sensitive Case for the GS 5
I have covered a lot of covers on this blog. I know that sounds repetitive, but from Otterbox, to Lifeproof, to Element Case, I thought I had seen them all as far as smartphone protection was concerned. Then along comes Moshi with the SenseCover for the Samsung Galaxy S5. The SenseCover is designed to give the new flagship Android phone some serious protection on both … [Read more...] about Moshi SenseCover Touch-Sensitive Case for the GS 5
Check out Smartwatch Reviews
As much as I would like to say that I am proud of this site, it is not mine. This would be the first time that I have reported on any site. This is not counting my countless "Source" that I generally put at the end of every post. So why am I starting to report on another site? Simple. I write for Smartwatch Reviews. I wrote for other sites in the past that I have … [Read more...] about Check out Smartwatch Reviews
Blackwell Legacy from Wadjet Eye Game
I've had a lot of chances to try out a lot of old-school RPG point-and-click games, such as Quest for Infamy and The Last Door. The other day, I tried out the first game of the Blackwell series. I have played a lot of point-and-click adventures, and as I have said before, I know the format. Go some place, get something, use it someplace else, unlock a mystery which will … [Read more...] about Blackwell Legacy from Wadjet Eye Game
The Coolest Cooler is easily the coolest cooler
I realize that most of you are looking at this headline is kind of reflexive, and I will agree with you. However, my wife showed me this video of the Coolest, and I just knew that it had to be a Kickstarter project. We are all aware of these awesome coolers that keep our drinks cool in the summertime, but the basic technology has not changed since their basic creation. … [Read more...] about The Coolest Cooler is easily the coolest cooler
MindRDR gives the Google Glass some brain power
It's pretty clear that Google Glass is going to be the new smartphone, as soon as imitators bring the price down to at least below $1,000. I believe that the controls are done with voice or touch, but now the power of mind is getting into the equations. This is the MindRDR, and it uses a method of controls that I have seen before, like with the NeuroSky with their … [Read more...] about MindRDR gives the Google Glass some brain power
Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus
Okay, it looks like I am still on my Terry Gilliam month, and this time, it is this film that was released at the end of 2009 and was pretty much ignored. I speak of The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Now you think with a title like that, it would inspire much flights of fancy, and trust me, there are many flights to be taken in this film. The plot of Doctor Parnassus … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus
Rocketskates are a futurist’s dream come true
I always like when I see some new device that looks like it has been plucked from some speculative fiction. The Rocketskates look like something I would see if The Jetsons was a bit more realistic. The Rocketskates have a lot of good things going for them. First of all, they are motorized skates. They each have a 50W DC hub motor, an integrated microprocessor, and a … [Read more...] about Rocketskates are a futurist’s dream come true
Darbee Darblet DVP-5000 HDMI Video Processor
Every once in a while, I see some device that must be specialty or something. I don't know if you have heard of the Darblet HDMI Video Processor, but I would recommend this to any videophile. The Darblet DVP 5000 is a small box that you can see here, and it increases the resolution on your Blu-ray, video game player, or anything else that takes HDMI. All that is required … [Read more...] about Darbee Darblet DVP-5000 HDMI Video Processor
BAE Systems introduces The Transformer, a plane you wanted to see as a child
This is one of those products that I can't believe will ever be a reality. This plane is apparently under development from BAE Systems, a UK aerospace and defense contractor, and it looks like an 80's kid's toy. In fact, it is even called The Transformer. It certainly looks like it is from the 80's cartoon that eventually turned into four (count 'em four) Michael Bay … [Read more...] about BAE Systems introduces The Transformer, a plane you wanted to see as a child