Archive for July, 2010

Goodwill Fires Worker With Down Syndrome After His Mother Buys Him A $3 Shirt

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Consumer Interest

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Public Libraries Are Beating Netflix, Redbox and Blockbuster in DVD Rentals [DVD]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

Apparently, your local library is the biggest DVD rental store in the US. According to a survey released by the Online Computer Library Center, US public libraries lend an average 2.1 million movies/day. That's more than Netflix, Redbox and Blockbuster. More »


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Build The Cadillac of DIY Flower Pot Smokers to BBQ in Style [Cooking]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Uncategorized

Commercial egg-style smokers are extremely expensive. Put off by the high price one resourceful DIYer made an absolutely beautiful homemade smoker complete with stand, chimney, inlet damper, and other polished features. More »


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The Other End of The 70 Gigapixel Budapest Photo [Imagecache]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

You've seen the 70-gigapixel picture of Budapest. Here's a picture of the gear that took the shot. That's two Sony A900s with massive 400mm Minolta lenses attached. Combined, these guys took 20,000 images to create the world's largest photo. [Wired] More »


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DIY Circuit Board Table [DIY]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Uncategorized

If you've built your fair share of custom PCs over the years, you've probably got more than a few circuit boards stashed away. Here's how to turn them into a cool coffee table. More »


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Engadget Podcast 207 - 07.31.2010

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

The Engadget Podcasters are chattin' re: magic, black magic, crack, GHB, Kmart, and Ashton.

Hosts: Joshua Topolsky, Nilay Patel, Paul Miller
Producer: Trent Wolbe
Music: Sadnes - Wicked Game

00:01:29 - New Amazon Kindle announced: $139 WiFi-only version and $189 3G model available August 27th in the US and UK
00:07:33 - Amazon sees e-book sales surpassing paper versions, has Mirasol technology in the Kindle labs
00:13:30 - RIM takes control of blackpad.com, laughter takes control of our minds
00:13:53 - RIM's 9.7-inch Blackpad rumored for November launch -- yes, Blackpad
00:14:22 - RIM and AT&T event next Tuesday -- BlackBerry slider and OS 6 en route?
00:24:32 - Apple iMac line gets speedbumped, low-end gets a Core i3
00:25:57 - Apple Mac Pro line overhauled with 12 processing cores, arriving in August for $4,999
00:26:17 - Apple Magic Trackpad official, shipping now for $69
00:26:30 - Magic Trackpad review
00:28:45 - Apple Battery Charger gets official: a battery charger, only you know, better (update: hands-on)
00:33:45 - Apple issues Magic Trackpad drivers for OS X and Windows, updates MacBooks with new gesture support
00:34:50 - Library of Congress adds DMCA exception for jailbreaking or rooting your phone
00:36:50 - Did the Fifth Circuit just make breaking DRM legal? Not quite.
00:51:28 - Augen's $99 GenBook smartbook preview
00:54:30 - Augen's $150 Android tablet hits Kmart circular, coming to stores later this week



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Engadget Podcast 207 - 07.31.2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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These Boots Were Made For Typing [Shoe]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

They're not the flashiest keyboard shoes around but for those looking to add a subtle geeky touch to their wardrobe, this QWERTY keyboard shoe sole definitely does the trick. I wonder what what my WPM would be wearing them. More »


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Raptr Is a Gaming Social Network, Messaging Client, and Organizer Rolled Into One [Gaming]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Uncategorized

Windows: Raptr is an impressive social networking tool designed to replace and enhance the lackluster tools included in many games. Connect with your gamer friends more effectively and with clearer information on who is playing what and when. More »


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‘The Shack’ downsizes, opens Bullseye Mobile kiosks in many Target stores

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

'The Shack' getting downsized, opening Bullseye Mobile kiosks in many Target stores
Radio Shack is at it again, expanding your perceptions of the place that once actually sold radio components. A year after that ill-received 'The Shack' marketing campaign the company is now making a rather more substantial move, securing an arrangement with Target stores to see the creation of so-called Bullseye Mobile kiosks. This has started with a 100-store pilot program but, throughout this year and into summer next, the expectation is to prop them up in 1,750 big box locations. Something tells us they won't all be wired up for WiMAX, but we can hope.

[Thanks, Breon]

'The Shack' downsizes, opens Bullseye Mobile kiosks in many Target stores originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 31 Jul 2010 16:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tomorrow’s Skyline Blends Glass And Concrete With A Liberal Helping Of Green [Architecture]

Posted by Ry on Jul 31 2010 | Technology

From green roofs to tree filled corridors to entire high rise floors left to plants and wildlife, forward looking architects are combining technology and imagination to bring nature into modern homes and buildings. More »


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