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#browserwars
Can Google's Chrome Banner Change the Course of the Browser Wars?
Google has an ad banner in their search home page for their Chrome browser. Can it eventually change the course of the browser wars? And what can happen if it does? More » -
#google
First Look: GV Mobile 2.0 for the iPhone
GV Mobile is now available for jailbroken iPhone devices for free, but there's something better coming up… GV Mobile 2.0. Here's a first look at the app. More » -
#trains
Antique Steam Engine Rescues Passengers After Electric Trains Fail in the Bitter Cold
When a UK electric rail was disabled by the snow and cold, 100 passengers were left stranded. Until a Tornado came and whisked them home. That is, the steam engine named Tornado, built with 1940s tech. Speed isn't everything. [BBC] -
#privacy
Privacy Win: Cellphone Search Without Warrant Declared Illegal
Score for privacy rights: In a 4-to-3 vote, the Supreme Court of Ohio has ruled that police has no right to search your phone without a search warrant, overruling previous lower court decisions on the matter. This is great news. More » -
#battery
Panasonic's Future High Power Lithium Ion Batteries Will Kick 20-30% Harder
Great news: Panasonic not only started mass producing laptop type battery with a record setting rating of 3.1 amp hours this December, but in the next few years, will make these cells with up to 4.0 amps in 2013. Yowzer. More » -
#travel
Travel Bags Versus 10,300-Pound Elephant: FIGHT!
It's not a scientific test, but is there any other better way to test the strength of five bag brands than using a 10,300-pound elephant? Maybe there is, but it won't be this fun. Surprisingly, one bag resisted: More » -
#science
How to Make Your Baby a Genius: The Science Quilt
Now here's how to ensure your child's Nobel Prize. Babies might not understand the theory of relativity (or words even), but maybe this science quilt will have the little tot thinking early enough to get a jump-start on the competition. More » -
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#space
Star Wars Like You Have Never Seen Them Before
This photo shows the power of image post-processing. It also shows that we are a tiny speck of nothingness in the middle of a fiery cosmic fluff. Enjoy the famous M51 galaxy, like you have never seen it before. More » -
#terror
Underwear Bomb: The New, Stained, Patted-Down Crotch of Terror
First there was the shoe bomb. Now Al Qaeda has taken it to the next level: Yesterday's failed terrorist attack was supposed to be delivered by a suicide bomber with the payload sewn into his underpants. More » -
#kindle
Kindle Milestone: Amazon Sold More Kindle Books Than Physical Books On Xmas
Amazon's Kindle hit an important and startling milestone yesterday: On Christmas, the company sold more Kindle books than physical books. More » -
#qtod
Do You Sext?
Sexting is on the rise, replacing phone sex and even video sex. It's fast, it's easy, and you can do it anywhere. It's getting to the point in which there are even specific iPhone applications for it. Do you sext? More » -
#dealzmodo
Big Computer Bag Sale at Timbuk2
So, you've got your new laptop, and we've told you what to do. But might still need a bag to carry your new tool/toy around. Timbuk2 has you covered with up to 65% off their messenger bags. More » -
#architecture
Dubai Skyline Sunset Time Lapse Provokes Inevitable Oooooohniiiice
I'm a sucker for architecture. And I'm a sucker for time lapse photography. So yes, I'm going to get this prettyful time lapse view of Dubai's skyline—from author of the 2.3-gigapixel Burj Dubai photo—and suck hard on it. More » -
#humor
Holiday Flowchart: Inappropriate Times To Use Your Smartphone (Around Family)
By now you're probably wise enough to know when not to whip out your smartphone around your significant other, but what about when you're bored at home for the holidays? Follow this flowchart to determine when you've crossed the line: More » -
#terror
The New, Terrifying, No-Electronics US Flight Security Rules
That failed terrorist attack yesterday might make international flights a whole lot less enjoyable. Passengers are reporting that new restrictions are in place, and their severity varies flight-to-flight. Among the reports: No electronics allowed. Updated:
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#trains
The Fastest Train in the World
The fastest commercial train in the world is now fully armed and operational, covering the line between New York and San Francisco. OK, I lied. Actually, that's what I wanted to write. Sadly for us, it's in China. More » -
#lifehackertop10
Top 10 End-of-Year Office Upgrades (You Can Probably Write Off)
By this time next week, it'll be next year—and too late to turn a great investment in your work life into a lower tax burden in April. Splurge wisely on yourself with these write-off-friendly wishlist items. More » -
#crook
How a Crook Conned The Bush Administration, the CIA, and the Pentagon With Software
Playboy has a fascinating article on Dennis Montgomery, the man who conned the CIA, the Department of Homeland Security, the Navy, the Air Force, the Senate Intelligence Committee and even Dick Cheney's office into his phony anti-terrorist decryption technology. More » -
#cameras
The Wi-Fi Capable, AMOLED Packin’ Samsung CL80
It's not the first with Wi-Fi, nor the first with an AMOLED screen. But the CL80's 3.7" AMOLED, 14MP sensor, and Wi-Fi for a good-lookin' camera (on paper, at least). Nada on price or release date. [Samsung via Engadget] -
#dealzmodo
Dealzmodo, Xbox Edition: $20 Live Subs, $50 Walmart Gift Cards, Amazing Bundle Deals
Any Xbox purchase at Walmart will get you a $50 store gift card. That's a good deal on its own, but the bundle deals available on their website are downright unbelievable. Plus Sears has a 12-month Live subscription for $20: More » -
#howto
How To Guides: The Best of 2009
As any diligent weekend reader knows, we don't just find and explain the news around here, we like to do stuff; hack things; make gadgets better. Here's the cream of this year's how to guide crop: More » -
#robots
What a RC Plane Sees When You Try to Kill It With Fireworks
Giz reader BushmanLA sent in a video of his kids trying to shoot down his flying R/C drone with fireworks. From the perspective of the UAV. More » -
#comcast
Comcast's Net Neutrality Case Settlement a Win For the Internet
Comcast, the largest ISP in the US, settled their $16m data discrimination lawsuit Wednesday. They didn't admit wrongdoing and customers are only eligible for a $16 award. But, importantly, they set a precedent for other ISPs: Throttle at peril! [Yahoo] -
#nsfw
Undress a Woman Using Radio Frequencies
A dress that gradually disappears as you get a magic ball near to it? Yaishplease. That's exactly what Daan Roosegaarde, V2 Lab, and Maartje Dijkstra have created, using a flexible plastic material and radio frequency technology. Very pretty too: More » -
#xmas
To Catch Santa With Spycams
Actor Peter Facinelli says his daughter setup a spy cam to catch Santa. Instead, he placed this video on the device. More » -
#transistors
Single Molecule Turned Into a Functional Transistor
Since the first transistor was demonstrated 62 years ago, researchers have tried to make the device smaller and smaller. Now they've finally achieved an extreme point in their quest: A single-molecule transistor. Yes, that's really, really freakin' small. More » -
#crime
Texas County Shames Drunk Drivers on Twitter
District Attorney Brett Ligon in Montgomery County, Texas will soon be using his Twitter account to name and shame drunk drivers in his area. Based on his current tweets, this is a comedy goldmine in the making. More » -
#qotd
What Did You Get?
Santa's come and gone, and the wrapping paper's been shredded to pieces. Now we wanna know what you got. Did you find everything your heart desired under the tree or were there only lumps of coal waiting? More » -
#foodfight
Facebook Basically Rubbing Google's Face In Their Delicious Free Meals
A string of cutbacks have threatened Google's status as a veritable Shangri-la of free gourmet food. Meanwhile, Facebook is ramping up the dining perks. Today the Times suggests Facebook might be "the new standard-bearer for corporate-sponsored dining." Food fight! More » -
#inbrief
Giz Crew Holiday Gallery
No matter who won this fight, we're blaming Adam for any presents we didn't receive. Looks like he seriously pissed off the old man in red here. More » -
#holidays
Happy Holidays From Gizmodo
Happy holidays, dear all, and thank you for reading. While we didn't send out cards to each of you, we did put together these photos of our staff members in their holiday best. Much love, The Gizmodo Crew. More » -
#y2k10
In 2000, the Hottest Thing on TV (and PlayStation) Was... Regis Philbin?
Video games have always been about fantasy. In 2000, my fantasy involved Regis Philbin reminding me about debt. More » -
#gizexplains
Giz Explains: The Best of 2009
Is there a burning question you have about tech? Like what's the difference between $100 and $100,000 headphones? Or why every country has a different f@%#ing plug? We explained all that, and a whole lot more this year. More » -
#earbuds
Katana Earbuds Show the World How I Feel When I Listen to LFO
For those moments when sane earphones just don't cut it, consider these Crazy Earphones from Solid Alliance. Especially if that 243rd playing of Feliz Navidad makes you want to put a sword through your head. More » -
#christmas
Goodbye N64 Kid, Hello Xbox 360 Kid
The joy experienced on Christmas morning is wonderful, to a point. If you take it too far, however, you end up looking crazy. And just think of the meltdown he'll have when he gets his first RROD! [Funzine.nl via TDW]
