I have mentioned several times on Speculative Fiction Friday that I am very tired of excellent films being ignored due to the amount of speculative fiction elements in them like Big Fish and today's film, Cloud Atlas. Today, I realized that my mother will never enjoy some of my favorite films because they have been slapped with the sci-fi/fantasy label. However, I think … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Cloud Atlas
DARPA’s Atlas is “the World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot”
It really is amazing how we are growing closer and closer to a science fiction age of robots. Thanks to DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency), we are seeing a hug swell of militant robots. Just watch the video if you want to see what I mean. Man, they got these robots that can walk like people, and they can even do stairs as well. What really makes it … [Read more...] about DARPA’s Atlas is “the World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot”
Nokia Annouces the Lumia 1020
Of course, I need to report on the biggest tech news for the day, and today it came from everyone's favorite Finnish company, Nokia. Yes, the Lumia 1020 is a pretty big deal, and they had a special event in New York to announce it. The biggest feature is that it can shoot pictures in 41 Megapixels. Yeah, what is with Windows 8 phones having really super advanced cameras? … [Read more...] about Nokia Annouces the Lumia 1020
ERO Concrete-Recycling Robot
When I first saw this ERO Concrete Recycling robot, I thought this was the wrecking robot from the movie I, Robot, the one who almost kills Will Smith in the not-so-perfect adaptation of the Isaac Asimov short story collection. This is not the case, as what Omer Haciomeroglu was trying to do is create a robot that could recycle concrete. Yes, this thing is designed to … [Read more...] about ERO Concrete-Recycling Robot
Garmin HUD Projector
Remember a few years ago how the standalone GPS market was doing pretty good, with Garmin and Magellan being the leaders? Oh, those were the times, before every smartphone had a mapping App, at least more than one. Garmin is still around, and it is cool to see that they are responding to the threat of distracted driving. This Hud, or heads-up display, sits on a vehicle's … [Read more...] about Garmin HUD Projector
Meet Squito, the throwable camera
This is an interesting invention from Steve Hollinger called the Squito (it rhymes with mosquito). The Squito has a series of built-in cameras that look out in all directions and can somehow take photos of people while it is thrown up in the air. You can see in the video how four images are somehow mixed together with panoramic power. Not only can you take terrific … [Read more...] about Meet Squito, the throwable camera
Transparent Stairway gives a great view of the Alps
I mentioned when I reviewed the Lowerpro how I felt a little vertigo when visiting Arches National Park, and I am wondering how I would feel if I visited this glass platform at Austria's Dachstein glacier. I have seen these glass floored platforms below, and I suppose the Greatest American Hero theme always comes to mind. You know, "believe it or not, I'm walking on air". … [Read more...] about Transparent Stairway gives a great view of the Alps
Lifeproof fre for the iPad Mini
I have reviewed cases from Lifeproof before, such as the nuud for the iPad and the fre for the iPhone. I have recently been given the fre for the iPad Mini. considering the size, I suppose that this is a combination of the nuud and the fre, so shouldn't it be call the nue, or the fruud? I felt that this image would be the best, as it shows the snow proof feature. You … [Read more...] about Lifeproof fre for the iPad Mini
VTech InnoTab 3, for kids!
It seems like we live in an age where parents have tablets, and kids want to play on them more than adults want to work on them. Two weeks ago, Leap Frog unveiled the LeapPad Ultra, and it is a real trend to see tablets targeted for children. VTech, makers of a lot of educational electronic toys, have unveiled the InnoTab 3. It has a 4.3 inch touchscreen display, 2GB of … [Read more...] about VTech InnoTab 3, for kids!
Solar car developed by students of the Netherlands
I think we are seeing a gradual turning away from gas-powered cars, but it may take years before we end our addiction to "Big Oil". I have seen enough hybrid and electric cars to prove that one. A group of students in the Netherlands have come up with another Eco-efficient solution, solar power. This isn't just some solar-powered vehicle made for one person, but this is … [Read more...] about Solar car developed by students of the Netherlands
Yesterday by Bulky Pix is one killer point-and-click gaming app
I was pleased with G5's release of Kaptain Brawe: A Brawe New World, and how I wished there were more point-and-click games. If you don't know what a point in click game is, just think of a game where you point and click on things. Generally, these games are about playing a character, and then exploring a limited world in order to get to another room. I used to love … [Read more...] about Yesterday by Bulky Pix is one killer point-and-click gaming app
How much would you pay to be free from technology? How about $350.
It really is funny to see people shell out hundred of technology for tech that they may not even need, but this Camp Grounded requires you to pay $350 to get rid of technology for the duration of your stay. You heard me right, Camp Grounded wants you to pay for no Wi-Fi, and smartphones are not allowed. Believe it or not, it is sold-out. I still can't get over how funny … [Read more...] about How much would you pay to be free from technology? How about $350.
Asoberu-T New Augmented Reality T-Shirts from Dentsu
If you know me, then you probably can guess why I did this article. If you think it has anything to do with this SSFW (Somewhat Safe For Work) video, then you don't know me. Yeah, I will warn you that I find this video slightly suggestive. Maybe it is because these girls are wearing T-Shirts that are marked in certain areas, I don't know. It also uses the augmented … [Read more...] about Asoberu-T New Augmented Reality T-Shirts from Dentsu
Speculative Fiction Friday: Paul
When it comes to comedy, it is usually something that encompasses a lot of other genres. Films like Ghostbusters are often categorized as a comedy even though they have enough science-fiction and special effects elements that you would expect to be shelved with speculative fiction. The beauty of a good speculative fiction comedy is it will reach a bigger audience, but Paul … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Paul
Madeleine machine can capture smells
Just so we are clear, this video that you see here is about recording smells, which I have reported on twice just this year. Considering that I do about three posts per weekday, that is saying something. Oh, you can read about Gameskunk and the other one I wrote about here and here. Just pick one or the other. I suppose that this Madeleine, works differently, as you can … [Read more...] about Madeleine machine can capture smells