Day: March 11, 2013

Space

Photoshopped NASA Photos Give New Life to Outer-Space Imagery

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As reported on Wired. BY JAKOB SCHILLER Wiseman Seal Universal Kingdom Space Face Phoenix Phantom Magellanic Cloud Dolphin Black Body Butterfly View as gallery   Remember when you were a kid and you used to stare up into the clouds and pick out shapes and animals? Well Chris Keegan has taken that timeless exercise to whole new level by applying it to photos of space from NASA’s Chandra X-Ray Observatory.   More Space-Related Photos Stirring Photos Chronicle the Final…

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Culture Trends

Whole Foods will require labels for genetically modified foods by 2018

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As reported on The Verge. By Andrew Webster Grocery chain Whole Foods has announced that in five years time it will require labels for all products containing genetically modified organisms (GMO), a first among major American retailers. The plan includes all stores across the US and Canada — Whole Foods’ seven locations in the UK already require such labels. Genetically modified foods can include everything from faster growing salmon to apples that won’t turn brown, and the retailer said that…

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Culture Security Tech

The Implications Of The Interface That Watches You

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As reported on TechCrunch. by DARRELL ETHERINGTON This coming week, we’re likely to get a peek at Samsung’s next generation Galaxy flagship smartphone, and by most accounts, it’ll have an auto-scrolling feature that can use head movement cues to detect when you’re paying attention to what’s on the small screen, and when you look away. There’s no word on just how specific it will be, but others are prepping tech that detects eye movement with a high level of…

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Google

Inside Google Street View: From Larry Page’s Car To The Depths Of The Grand Canyon

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As reported on TechCrunch. by DREW OLANOFF “Teleportation is the transfer of matter from one point to another without traversing the physical space between them, similar to the concept apport, an earlier word used in the context of spiritualism.” The concept of moving throughout the world freely without actually having to “physically” travel is the Holy Grail for many. Being able to explore a physical space that is thousands of miles away without having to deal with…

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Mobile

An iPhone Lover’s Take On The Nexus 4

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As reported on TechCrunch. by MG SIEGLER This is the first Android device I would feel comfortable using on a regular basis. That doesn’t mean I’m going to, but I would be just fine with it. If I had to boil down my thoughts about the Nexus 4 into two sentences, those would be them. Of course, I don’t have to boil down my thoughts and I will elaborate below. But I’m not sure I’ve ever…

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Google

Forget Google Glass, Google Debuts ‘Talking Shoe’ Concept At SXSWi, Wants More Social, Motivational Everyday Objects

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As reported on TechCrunch. by GREGORY FERENSTEIN Meet Google’s “talking shoe,” which aims to translate movement data in witty messages to users and their friends. The concept apparel, showcased at the search giant’s swanky SXSW Interactive headquarters, is part of anew arts project – ”Art, Copy, Code” – which aims to breathe a social, life-like experience into everyday objects. “If standing still was a sport, you’d be world champion,” the trash-talking shoe projects on a monitor hanging over…

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Entertainment Tech

TiVo Mini goes on sale for $99.99 with a $5.99 monthly subscription HD

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As reported on Engadget. By Daniel Cooper Remember the adage that good things “come to those who wait?” Well, if you managed to hold your nerve and resist signing up with Suddenlink, then your patience is ready to be rewarded. The TiVo Mini is finally ready to strike out on its own two feet four rubberized corners. The DVR extender will set you back $99.99, plus a monthly charge of $5.99, or a one-off payment of $149.99 — in a way, you kinda…

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Culture Tech

San Francisco’s Bay Bridge lights up with 25,000 computer controlled LEDs Alt

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As reported on Engadget. By Sean Buckley For decades, tourists have gaped at San Francisco’s brightly colored Golden Gate Bridge, often overlooking the Oakland-connected Bay Bridge’s less flashy looks. Luckily, the old bridge is being gussied up for onlookers — Artist Leo Villareal has kitted out the 1.8-mile span with over 25,000 computer controlled LEDs. “My inspiration comes from the motion of the bridge,” the artist explained, describing how he designed the display. “I’m interpreting all the kinetic…

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