I will have to admit that while I was impressed by last year's big Spring movie surprise, The Hunger Games, but not too surprised. I enjoyed the book, and so I was pleased that the sequel based on its book is better than the movie based on its original book. Man, that was more than a little confusing. Why do we use the same thing for different mediums? I was not excited to … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
The Kensington KeyFolio Pro for the iPad Air
I will have to admit, I had several problems when I opened up the KeyFolio Pro for the iPad Air. Now keep in mind, this is going to be a positive review, and I just want to get all the negative things out of the way first because there isn't many compared to the positives. I will start with my problems getting it to pair. The problem was the on switch was deeply embedded on … [Read more...] about The Kensington KeyFolio Pro for the iPad Air
SwannEye HD Pan & Tilt All-in-One Network Camera
It seems I have had a second chance to try a Swann product this week, the first being the Doorphone Video Intercom. The SwannEye HD Pan & Tilt All-in-One IP Network Camera, or SWADS-445CAM, is very reminiscent of the Dropcam Pro that I reviewed not too many days ago. In other words, it is an Internet security camera that you put in place so you can occasionally watch … [Read more...] about SwannEye HD Pan & Tilt All-in-One Network Camera
Kensington Virtuoso Stylus and Pen for Tablets
It is pretty clear that we are in an era where we need something to draw on our screen just as much as we might need a pen, and this is why I am glad there are products like the Virtuoso from Kensington. Kensington is a company that I like a lot, and they have a lot of very decent products. The Virtuoso is both a Stylus for the tablet and a traditional ink pen. The … [Read more...] about Kensington Virtuoso Stylus and Pen for Tablets
Will NASA grow plants on the moon by 2015?
I used to think that a lot of things were impossible, but now I see what an age of science-fiction that we are living in. If Amazon wants to use drones to deliver our packages, then I suppose NASA growing plants on the moon is also somewhat believable. I don't know if I reported on this or not, but apparently someone has planned a trip to the moon via robotic probe. I … [Read more...] about Will NASA grow plants on the moon by 2015?
DODOcase Endangered Species case is one great gourmet iPad case
I have to admit that I have seen a lot of iPad cases in my years of tech writing. Most of them are the typical Folio covers, and usually the best that I get is leather. This was before I saw the DODOcase. DODOcase really puts out some high quality products for all kinds of devices like smartphones, e-readers, and tablets. I had the awesome chance to try out the DODOcase … [Read more...] about DODOcase Endangered Species case is one great gourmet iPad case
Mobiliant is a car that can literally climb walls
Every year, the L.A. Auto Show loves to show off some pretty awesome vehicles, and a lot of them are concept. Most of these concept cars never see the light of a mass-manufacturing, made simply because it can be made. This is the Mobiliant, which is a winning design by China's SAIC. It has the ability to literally drive up the wall. Oh yeah. I am seriously having … [Read more...] about Mobiliant is a car that can literally climb walls
Swann Doorphone Video Intercom
In all honesty, I never really felt a need to live in a neighborhood where I had to see who was outside the door at all times. It is comforting when there is a knock at the door, but that peephole doesn’t exactly make me comforted enough to say “come on in”. I would assume that this is why Swann invented the Doorphone Video Intercom. If you aren’t familiar with Swann, it … [Read more...] about Swann Doorphone Video Intercom
You just can’t wear Google Glass at this Seattle Restaurant
I have often talked about Google Glass before, as it is a device that will probably change everything. After all, people are on their smartphones constantly, why not strap them to your face? I believe that certain laws will be made so that Google Glass users will not be able to drive. This really isn't any surprise to me. What really shocked me was hearing news that a … [Read more...] about You just can’t wear Google Glass at this Seattle Restaurant
Oster’s 0.9 Cu. Foot Compact Microwave
Geez, I believe that this is the first time that I have reviewed a microwave oven on this blog, or any of the other tech blogs that I have written for. And if you think that I am writing about this because I happened to buy this microwave oven on Black Friday last week, then you are wrong! As it so happens, my wife bought this microwave last Thursday. Hah! So, what can I … [Read more...] about Oster’s 0.9 Cu. Foot Compact Microwave
Intuos Pro from Wacom
Now, if you never heard of Wacom tablets, try not to think of a tablet for the iPad. Wacom has been making these platforms on the desk that allow you manipulate your screen as if it is a tablet. They were very popular with the Bamboo series, and I recently had the opportunity to try out the Intuos Pro. I had a chance to try out the Medium sized model, and I enjoyed using … [Read more...] about Intuos Pro from Wacom
NuForce Cube Portable Speaker
I have seen NuForce before, and it has been a while since I have reviewed their BT-860, so long ago, I was working for another blog. Yeah, I won't provide a link like I normally do. The Cube is a portable speaker that I have seen before, but this one doesn't require any Bluetooth syncing and all. The Cube is good for 16bit/48 kHz sound, and all you need to do is connect … [Read more...] about NuForce Cube Portable Speaker
Amazon could deliver their merchandise via flying drones
Last night on 60 Minutes, Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon.com, made some big announcement that won't be as immediate as a new version of the Kindle Fire, but it is still pretty groundbreaking. He basically stated that the world's biggest bookstore is going to be able to deliver its merchandise with drones. That's right, these things that you see here with all the propellers … [Read more...] about Amazon could deliver their merchandise via flying drones
Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Hollow Man
The only reason I saw The Hollow Man was simply because I could see it for free. I think I saw it on Crackle a while ago, and recently re-watched it because I could see it for free and wondered if it would make a good film for Speculative Fiction Saturday. Clearly the existence of this post answers that question with a "yes". The Hollow Man has things working for and … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Hollow Man
Cygnett, Part 3: The Node and Paradox Texture of the iPad Air
Okay, it is time for two more products for Cygnett, just what you need for Black Friday! In this case, both of these products are for the iPad Air. The first is the node, which is a basic folio case, which means that it can be stood up. It has a sort of flap in back to hold the top flap in place, and this good for watching vids or other activities. Clearly, the Node … [Read more...] about Cygnett, Part 3: The Node and Paradox Texture of the iPad Air