Gizmodo: launches

Kepler Launch A Success, Search For E.T. Is Underway

Jack Loftus — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 13:30:00 EDT

If you really love rocket launches and new satellites blasting into orbit, here's some free porn. It's the Kepler launch we told you about Thursday. Burns "2,200lbs of propellant per second." Hot! [Tom's Astronomy Blog]

Sony Teases New Centrino 2 Notebook Line for Monday

Elaine Chow — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:20:00 EDT

Sony Style has posted a teaser on its front page promising that the company's going to drop some knowledge on Monday at 9PM. Chances are, it's about Sony's new Centrino 2-based VAIO line, which should offer better performance while consuming less power than its older models. Laptops rumored to be featured include the company's first 16:9-ratio notebooks, including the 13.1-inch VAIO Z and the 16.4-inch VAIO FZ. [Electronista]

Wii Launch NYC: Scenes From the Line

Mark Wilson — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 21:45:34 EST

Some people waiting in line have gone all out to show their love for Nintendo (see the guy with controllers all over his shirt from earlier), and some are just trying to survive until midnight so they can get their Wiis and get the hell away from Times Square. Both groups have their own certain charm, and part of the fun of standing around on this thankfully unseasonably warm evening is seeing all sorts of different, yet somehow still all crazy, people hanging out together and sharing their passion.

Here are a few pictures of various people doing their thing while waiting for the Wii to drop.

– Adam Frucci

Wii Launch NYC: First in line - Triforce, King of the Fanboys

Mark Wilson — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 21:00:47 EST

Yes, this is the man they call Triforce, the guy who's been here in Times Square for an excruciating 9 days, on and off. "They kicked me off the line like 5 times, saying you can't be on this block." But my friends, Triforce persisted. "I was tired of getting skipped at other console launches. I haven't been that excited about consoles in a while, but I'm finally excited again about this one." As for what his reward will be for his superhuman patience and unbelievable acceptance of tourist crowds and the strong odors of hobo urine and Gyro carts: "I don't know what Reggie's gonna give me, but I want to share whatever it is with everyone here. I know what we're gonna do though, we're gonna take Reggie and hold him up over our heads and pass him down this line." Here's hoping that comes true. Prepare yourself for Triforce, Reggie.

After the jump, Reggie charms the TV-watching public during one of his many, many press interviews.– Adam Frucci

Wii Launch NYC: Segways + Wiis = Dork Utopia

Mark Wilson — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 20:15:09 EST

At about 6:15, legions of Wii-equipped Segways and guys with LCD TVs propped above their heads emerged from Toys 'R' Us to titillate and entertain the front section of the line. While the LCD TV guys didn't have much to do other than hand out stickers, the Segways had big ol' TVs on the front hooked up to playable Wiis. Boy, it almost makes sitting on the sidewalk in Times Square all night for no real reason worth it, doesn't it?

Hit the jump for more Segway pictures. – Adam Frucci

Are Wii Ready?

Mark Wilson — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 18:38:54 EST

The day is finally here. Some of you are planning on standing in long lines tonight to get your hands on some sweet Wii, including our correspondent Adam Frucci. He will be giving the rundown on Nintendo's special NY release party. Why is that not my job? I live in Bodunkville and the lines here are just lines - not cool "we are releasing the Wii in New York so we're cool" parties.

For those too lazy/busy/apathetic to stand in line, keep in mind that there will be 4 million units available worldwide by the end of the year. I had a conversation with Nintendo VP Perrin Kaplan during which she promised a continuous restocking through the holidays, but also said she was 110% certain every unit would sell out. Still, chances are that continuous visits to non-electronics retailers could score you a Wii before Christmas. Also, for those standing in line, feel free to shoot any funny/interesting stories to the Gizmodo Tips email. We might just post some tomorrow.

Good hunting. – Mark Wilson