Video games are fun, there is no doubt about that; but we also cannot discount the fact that sometimes, too much of it can get in the way of other responsibilities. I know, I am talking like a boring adult here but hey, it is a fact. Too much of anything can disrupt “normal” living. Read more »
I wouldn’t mind having one. I am still loving my MSI Wind but a new gadget is always welcome. The rumors are that Google is gathering data that it will need to come up with an Android-powered netbook. On Thursday of last week, people spotted a Google ad on Craigslist which sought people who want to participate in a study focused on netbook usability. Naturally, participants would have to sign a non-disclosure agreement. They would also have $75 in American Express gift checks as remuneration. Read more »
Formula One racing newbies Brawn GP have teamed up with Sony Pictures to promote the forthcoming Terminator Salvation movie at this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona. The two cars, featuring drivers Jenson Button and Rubens Barichello, will carry imagery from the film prior to the film’s European premiere in Paris on 28th May. Read more »
Don’t get me wrong, I love dogs, but I’m really struggling to see why you’d want two model puppy speakers plugged in to your computer. Operating via USB, the speakers are downward facing which makes me think a lot of the sound is going to bounce off the desk or distort in some way. Is this a case of cuteness before sound quality? Read more »
It might be strange to include something on Forever Geek that doesn’t require electricity and isn’t remotely “techie”, but these graphite objects are worth taking note of. Not only are they attractive, but the manufacturing process is clever because, despite the fact they’re solid graphite, your hand won’t get covered in smudges while you use it. They’re light too, weighing in at under five ounces. They’re available in a range of styles including a feather quill, right hand and spindle shell, with prices starting at just over $40. Read more »
Ever wondered what superheroes eat? The Superheroes Super Healthy Cookbook from 1981 tells you what the DC stars eat and how to prepare it. Read more »
It’s impossible to run out of things to try and build from LEGO. In this case, Bjarne Tveskovs built a scale model of his beloved Apple iMac G4 from LEGO and a seven inch photoframe that can show photos, play movies and display TV pictures. He says that there’s no actual Apple hardware inside the iMac G4 Junior at present. Much of the base is simply a weight because the photo frame is quite heavy. Read more »
Earlier this week Variety reported that the popular series “Death Note” may be adapted into a Hollywood film by Warner Bros. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Death Note, it was a widely popular manga which was adapted into an anime and 2 Japanese live-action films, all of which turned out very successful. Read more »
Amazing set of xray’ed games hardware by Flickr user Reintji. More pictures after the jump. Read more »
The swine flu is the hottest thing on the news today. Every channel that you tune in to, every news web site, and most blogs will cover something related to the swine flu. Also known as the H1N1 virus, the flu started in Mexico and has quickly spread to other parts of the world due to travelers carrying the virus. Read more »
