Modern Warfare 2: The fastest speed run ever, on video!
November 23, 2009
Filed under Gaming, Sony Playstation 3, Xbox 360
We have to say we’re a fan of those typical speed run videos that you always seem to get once a new title is released. This one featured in Modern Warfare 2 is fairly spectacular though - props to Infinity Ward. Read more
Google Earth: Application Updated for iPhone
November 18, 2009
Filed under Cell Phones, Phone Software
It seems that Google have recently updated their Google Earth application for iPhone, the main difference with this new version is that there are now more languages supported and new features. Read more
FIFA 10: FIFA Earth is the place to go
October 16, 2009
Filed under Gaming
If you consider yourself to be a FIFA nut and currently addicted to this year’s portion of FIFA, you may like to know about FIFA Earth, a new website that EA Sports have set up, giving you a comprehensive collection of stats, team info, and team databases from across the globe. Read more
Solar-Powered Samsung Blue Earth: Released in Sweden
October 14, 2009
Filed under Cell Phones, Handsets
One new feature which seems to be getting more and more popular with handset manufacturers lately is solar-charging, at the end of September we spoke about the LG GD510 which has its own solar-panel for charging, now we are hearing that a new handset has launched in Sweden which also boasts this feature. Read more
Crop Circles On Google Earth: Software helps enthusiasts
September 15, 2009
Filed under News
Crop circles have been the topic of discussion for many years, but unless you had a plane and could pilot one, there was not much chance of seeing one for yourself. Times have moved on since the first crop circles appeared and now enthusiasts are turning to software to help them in their quest, such as Google Earth. Read more
New Monopoly Game: Google Earth and Street View
September 10, 2009
Filed under Gaming, Online Games
The creators of Monopoly (Hasbro) have now released a free web version of their classic board game, however it will differ quite dramatically as it will use Google Maps and Street View to create a global game board. Read more
Google Earth Live: Helping Students
For most people Google Earth is just a fun gadget to hunt out your house or go and view the roofs of Taxi’s in the Big Apple, and maybe then use Google Street view to spy on people who were unexpectedly caught in odd situations by the Google Street View camera car, but it seems that this fantastic piece of software could actually be used for something much more worthwhile. Read more
PS3 Slim Has New Upgraded Cell Processor
August 20, 2009
Filed under Gaming, Sony Playstation 3
It has been rumored that the new PS3 Slim console features an upgraded Cell Processor, than the one contained in the ‘beefy’ model. All the following details are according to an IBM spokesman (one of the developers along with Toshiba and Sony), so its rather strange that Sony didn’t announce anything like this at GamesCom. Read more
Earthworm Jim: New game for Xbox 360, PS3 and Nintendo Wii
August 18, 2009
Filed under Gaming
Something for retro lovers out there now, as it has been confirmed that Earthworm Jim is to make a return to consoles, with the announcement of a new title (not a remake) on the way to the Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii. Read more
TerreStar Satellite Phone System: Tests Complete
July 23, 2009
Filed under News
The first satellite phones were large beasts, much like the first cell phones to hit the market, but we know that technology changes quick. Sat phones are set to become small enough to carry around in your pocket and TerreStar have been running tests on two new satellite phone systems, which are now complete. Read more
Google Moon: New 3D View
There are rumors emerging stating ther will soon be “a very special announcement about the newest addition to Google Earth”. With the 40 year anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing it seems likely that they will be adding a 3D view of the Moon.
Google Moon currently offers overhead shots of the Moon, however no 3D map is currently available. It is thought that Google will be able to use Nasa’s the recently launched Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter to generate the 3D images.
If all this turns out to be true it shows that Google and NASA must have a very good relationship.
Check out TheRegister for the full story.
VW’s big order for electric vehicles
July 9, 2009
Filed under Autos
Volkswagen are set to concentrate on building new electric vehicles, the first step was to work up a deal worth 10 million Euros with Karmann GmbH to keep the company alive by reorganizing it into a new company. AutoBlog explains that this is according to reports from Neue Osnabruecker Zeitung. Read more
Apple iPhone Travel Apps: Top 20
July 2, 2009
Filed under Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones
If you’re the sort of person to use your iPhone a lot when travelling, you might want to take a look at this guide we have found. The National Geographic has compiled a list of the top twenty iPhone travel apps for you to read. Read more
New Palm Pre phone and unboxing before release
May 12, 2009
Filed under Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones
As all the talk lately is on the Palm Pre and the release date of the phone, we have found some images of the Pre being unboxed for you to enjoy. If you’re hoping to pick up a Pre on release, these pictures may excite you. Read more
Palm Pre release in Canada goes to Bell Mobility
May 7, 2009
Filed under Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones
Palm have announced that Bell Mobility, Canada’s second largest carrier will launch the Pre smartphone in the second half of this year. Bell Mobility is the first carrier outside the US, to carry the Pre. The Palm Pre will be available on Sprint in the U.S.
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Recession Antidote: Philips DVP3962 Upconverting DVD Player with DivX
May 1, 2009
Filed under Electronics, High Definition
When it comes to watching movies at home there is nothing better than Blu-ray, but there is a problem with this technology, it comes at a price. For those of you who will struggle to find the money to purchase a standalone Blu-ray player or even a Sony PS3 there is a cheaper option. How about purchasing a Philips DVP3962 Upconverting DVD Player with DivX and HDMI. Read more
Recession Antidote: MyVu MA-0483 Solo Plus Personal Media Viewer
April 24, 2009
Filed under Audio & Video Gadgets, Gadgets
So you have your iPhone and wish to get more from it but you do not want to spend the earth, well check out this MyVu MA-0483 Solo Plus Personal Media Viewer - Universal Edition with its Patented SolidOptex® technology. This technology offers high quality optics and is lightweight and durable. Read more
Cell Phone Recycling Program From Cricket Wireless
April 23, 2009
Filed under Cell Phone Information, Cell Phones
In the spirit of Earth Day 2009, it has been confirmed that Cricket Wireless have launched a national phone recycling program, which will aim to reduce the 65,000 tons of annual waste that has occured so far. Read more
Peapod Car on sale for Earth Day with iPod start option
April 22, 2009
Filed under Autos
Today is Earth Day 2009, and what a great day for an eco car launch, the Peapod Car goes on sale today April 22, 2009. The Peapod is a product of Peapod Mobility, a spun-off division of Chrysler subsidiary GEM and forms part of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs). Read more
Earth Day 2009: Games and Activities
April 22, 2009
Filed under News
Today is Wednesday, April 22, 2009, which means that it is Earth Day 2009. This is a day where we should find the time to learn about our planet and also how we can take care of it. You have to remember that our Earth is a living thing and anything we do has a huge affect on it. Read more
