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Xcom: Enemy Unknown Now Available

, Oct 10th 2012 Discuss [0]

We have talked several times over the last month or so about the 2K Games and Firaxis Games title Xcom: Enemy Unknown. The last time we talked about the game was a few days ago when it went up for pre-order on Steam. If you're like me and your Internet connection is too slow to download a full video game in a reasonable amount of time, you be glad to hear that you can walk into retail stores and purchase the game. Read The Full Story

Emirates airlines allows passengers to use mobile phones in-flight

, Oct 9th 2012 Discuss [0]

Flying on a commercial airline can be a very annoying proposition. If you're like me and always seem to get stuck in the middle seat between two people who should have purchased a pair of seats each, a flight can be a nightmare. I can only imagine how annoying it would be if those two people were chatting away on their mobile phones during the entire flight. Read The Full Story

Agama robotic vacuum cleaners suck in a good way

, Oct 9th 2012 Discuss [0]

Robotic vacuum cleaners are nothing new; they've been on the market for a long time now. Most robotic vacuums look the same with a round shape that creeps around your house to vacuum the carpets without you having to bother. A company called Agama has announced two new robotic vacuum cleaners that will help you keep your home spotless and clean. The robotic vacuums include the RC530A and RC330A. Read The Full Story

Netflix original series House of Cards launches as exclusive on February 1

, Oct 5th 2012 Discuss [0]

Netflix has announced the launch date for its latest original series called House of Cards. The series is a Netflix exclusive and is the streaming networks latest original program. The series will debut as a Netflix streaming exclusive on February 1, 2013. The entire 13 episode first season of the program will be available anywhere Netflix is available. Read The Full Story

Redbox kiosks in some locations offering ticket sales to live events

, Oct 4th 2012 Discuss [0]

Redbox and other DVD renting kiosks have put a serious crimp in the traditional retail store rental plan for several companies, including Blockbuster. Redbox rents DVDs starting at one dollar per day and has video game rentals as well. Some Redbox kiosks are trying out a new way to make money by selling tickets to live events in some areas. Read The Full Story

Record-setting skydive will require world’s biggest balloon

, Oct 3rd 2012 Discuss [0]

We talked a few times about daredevil Felix Baumgartner and his plan to set a world record for the world's highest skydive. Baumgartner hopes to reach the speed of sound without using aircraft during his descent. While jumping from an altitude of 23 miles above the surface of the earth is very impressive, the technology required to haul a man in a pressurized capsule that altitude is also very impressive. The balloon to be used in the stunt is massive, yet incredibly frail. Read The Full Story

Scottevest Fleece 7.0 has a spot for all your gear

, Oct 3rd 2012 Discuss [0]

If you're a serious technology fan, odds are you travel with a lot of tech gear. A traveling could be through airports, or maybe it's just around town, but most of us can certainly relate to the fact that you don't always want have to carry a bag with you on the road. Scottevest has been making jackets able to carry all sorts of technology gear and other items for you without looking like a bulky bag for a long time. Read The Full Story

Finnish based Holiday Club to build Angry Birds Activity Parks

, Oct 2nd 2012 Discuss [0]

If you're a fan of Angry Birds video games, a company that owns several resort hotels in Finland is set to construct a series of Angry Birds Activity Parks at three hotels. The first of the three activity Parks based on the Angry Birds video game will be a year-round indoor activity park. The park will be completed in Kuusamon Tropiikki by Christmas of 2012. Read The Full Story

Dish Network in talks with Viacom to offer Internet-based channels

, Sep 28th 2012 Discuss [0]

With the massive adoption of Internet streaming for movies and TV shows many cable companies are worrying that changes may spell doom for the industry. While many mainstream cable companies don't like the thought of streaming Internet content or smaller channel bundles, Dish Network is said to be talking to networks about offering channels over the Internet. Dish Network is said to be in talks with networks, including Viacom. Read The Full Story

Microsoft says lack of tech workers is reaching a crisis

, Sep 28th 2012 Discuss [0]

According to software giant Microsoft, the lack of applicants qualified for high-skill technology jobs is reaching the point of being a "genuine crisis." Microsoft has announced a lobbying push this week in an attempt to produce more applicants with skills to fill thousands of vacant technology and engineering jobs within the company. Microsoft wants to boost the number of visas available for foreign workers with technology skills to fill its vacant positions. Read The Full Story

Onset HOBO Wireless Temp/RH Monitoring Kit costs $899

, Sep 28th 2012 Discuss [0]

There are a number of reasons why it might be nice to know the temperature of in a location without having to walk there and check. Wireless temperature monitoring is particularly important for geeks who are in charge of a server room where excessive heat can cause serious damage. Onset has announced a wireless temperature and humidity monitoring kit that keeps watch on critical infrastructure. Read The Full Story

Record-setting space skydive to take place October 8

, Sep 26th 2012 Discuss [0]

We talked on more than one occasion about Austrian daredevil Felix Baumgartner. Baumgartner has been preparing for an attempt to set a record for jumping from the highest altitude in history over the last several months. The last time we talked about Baumgartner, he had conducted a practice jump from 96,640 feet. Read The Full Story
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