Archive for November, 2011

Innergie Magic Cable Duo Charges Just About Any Phone In Existence with One Cable [Stuff We Like]

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Uncategorized

If you have more than just one mobile device—say, an Android phone and an iPod—carrying multiple cables can get pretty annoying. The Innergie Magic Cable ingeniously combines a micro USB cable, Apple 9-pin connector, and optionally a mini USB cable into one simple charger. More »


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Acer’s 27-inch HR274H monitor promises to do 2D-to-3D conversion on the fly

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Technology

It likely won't win over anyone who isn't too fond of 3D to begin with, but those looking for some additional quasi-3D content beyond the standard fare now have a new option to consider in the form of Acer's 27-inch HR274H monitor. It not only includes a set of passive, polarized 3D glasses, but what Acer describes as its own "chip-based solution" that promises to convert all 2D content to 3D in real time (it can be switched on and off on the monitor itself). Unfortunately, there's no word yet as to how well the effect works, and the monitor's specs are otherwise decidedly ordinary for the rather high $599 price tag -- you'll just get a TN panel with a standard 1920 x 1080 resolution. Additional details can be found in the press release after the break.

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Custom Massive LED panel lights up the party

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Uncategorized

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When Have You Gotten Discounts for Threatening to Cancel? [Ask The Readers]

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Uncategorized

Many online services will lower their subscription prices as soon as you hit the cancel button on their web site—no negotiation required. We're curious which services you've run into that do this. More »


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Nokia Siemens Networks looks to unload WiMax division onto NewNet Communication

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Technology

WiMax expansion isn't exactly all the rage as of late, and so it comes as no surprise that Nokia Siemens Networks is shedding itself of the extraneous baggage. Following its recent whopping round of layoffs, the move is a continuation of the company's efforts to bring stability to its bottom line. NewNet Communication Technologies has agreed to bring the castoff WiMax technologies into its fold, along with approximately 300 NSN employees -- all for an undisclosed price -- in a deal that's expected to be finalized before year's end. A full press release follows the break.

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Nokia Siemens Networks looks to unload WiMax division onto NewNet Communication originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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3D-printed bone replacements coming soon to an orthopedic surgeon near you, courtesy of WSU (video)

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Technology

3D printers are slowly, but surely working their way into all sorts of useful, everyday applications -- like the creation of chocolates, flutes and even Mario Kart turtle shell racers. Now, Washington State University engineers are unveiling a unique implementation of the tech that could aid in the regrowth of damaged or diseased bones. Utilizing a ceramic compound, the group's optimized ProMetal 3D printer builds dissolvable scaffolds coated with a plastic binding agent that serve as a blueprint for tissue growth. The team's already logged four long years fine tuning the process, having already achieved positive results testing on rats and rabbits, but it appears there's still a ways to go -- about 10 -12 years, according to the project's co-author Susmita Bose -- before orthopedic and dental surgeons can begin offering "printed" bone replacements. With a synthetic windpipe already under medical science's belt and now this, it's looking like we're just a few short decades away from that long sought after full body replacement. Right, Mr. Lagerfeld? Click on past the break for a brief look at this osteo-friendly machinery.

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3D-printed bone replacements coming soon to an orthopedic surgeon near you, courtesy of WSU (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You’re Cooking My Meat!: Wi-Fi Destroys Sperm

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Cool Stuff, Interesting News

wifi-sperm-killer.jpg As a guy who spends 10+ hours a day with a laptop resting on his already unimpressive genitals, this is pretty serious news. Kidding, I can't have children. Get it? Women just find me so unattractive! I touched a titty one time but it was a friend of my older sister and I think she just felt bad for me. Plus she had this giant f***ing mole on her neck with a FOREST of black hair growing out of it so she wasn't exactly a fairytale princess herself. Wi-Fi: it's frying your sperms, homey.
The study, published in the journal Fertility and Sterility, collected sperm samples from 29 healthy men, aged 26 to 45. Each of the samples were then separated into two pots. One set of samples was placed beneath a laptop connected to the internet via Wi-Fi as it downloaded information, while the other set was stored under identical conditions - including temperature - but away from the computer. Around 25 per cent of the sperm in samples exposed to the laptop stopped swimming compared with 14 per cent of those kept away from the computer. Similarly around nine per cent of the sperm exposed to the laptop showed DNA damage compared with three per cent in the control samples.
Whatever, I'm tired of caring. Everything is either killing you or destroying your nuts, okay? Especially if it's fun or you enjoy doing it. Except sex. Sex is actually healthy. What's wasn't healthy was the time I was putting the toilet seat down and sitting simultaneously and accidentally crushed my peen between the seat and bowl. IT MADE F***ING SOUNDS. Like Rice Crispies right after you add milk. Wi-Fi laptops may damage sperm [yahoonews] Thanks to Ramen, who, of all people, I would trust to know about noodles.

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Daily App Deals: Get Juice Defender Ultimate for 60% Off in Today’s App Deals [Deals]

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Uncategorized

The Daily App Deals post is a round-up of the best app discounts of the day, as well as some notable mentions for ones that are on sale. More »


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HP Responds To Claims That Hackers Could Cause Your Printer To Go Up In Flames

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Consumer Interest

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South Korea creates speedy new UAV, gives it VTOL capabilities to boot

Posted by Ry on Nov 30 2011 | Technology

In the never-ending quest to give our future robot overlords better tools with which to enslave us, the Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) has built what it claims to be the fastest UAV on the planet. Checking in at five meters (16.4 feet) long with a seven meter (23 foot) wingspan, the as-yet unnamed aircraft can cruise at 400km/h (249mph). Speed's not its only standout feature either, as the Korean UAV can perform vertical takeoffs and landings (VTOL) as well. Its VTOL capability comes courtesy of dual tilt-rotors that provide helicopter-style takeoffs with fixed wing speeds once airborne. It joins the US Marines famed V-22 Osprey as the second such aircraft on earth and is the first unmanned aircraft packing the technology. The craft is still in the developmental stages, though Korean officials claim it'll be ready for primetime in March 2012, with mass production less than three years away. How much will this fast and flexible flying machine cost? Well, that depends how many are built, but it's a safe bet its considerable capabilities won't come cheap.

South Korea creates speedy new UAV, gives it VTOL capabilities to boot originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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