Andi Wang, Author at Gizmodo

Self-Charging PR2 Robot Travels From Room to Room in Search of Power

Unlike Roombas and the ASIMO that require specific charging docks to refuel their power, the PR2 uses the standard 3-pronged electrical outlet for its power source. Although it takes Willow Garage‘s PR2 58 minutes to complete its mission, it managed to barrel through 8 doors—maneuvering itself around junk scattered all over an office space—and find…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 12

iPhone 3.0 Is Re-Allowing You to Re-Download Apps for Free

According to a lead developer at Apple—and a few tests run on the iPhone 3.0 to confirm—the inability to re-download previously purchased apps on iPhone 3.0 was just a “bug”. [Appadvice – Thanks Mahmoud!] https://gizmodo.com/rumor-iphone-3-0-to-stop-allowing-you-to-re-download-a-5273822

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 12

XERO Project Green Building Concept: Veggie Does Dallas

Somewhat like a vegetarian version of the Dragonfly building in Manhattan, the XERO Project is a proposed idea of bringing local agriculture, orchards, gardens and food stalls into the city of Dallas, all under one roof. https://gizmodo.com/dragonfly-skyscraper-farm-will-give-pigs-the-best-views-5261322 Don’t put those BBQ ribs down quite yet—Texans can breathe a sigh of relief as this project is…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 12

Gadget Deals of the Day

More laptop, monitor, HDTV, and DVD/Blu-ray deals are in store for you today. Oh yeah, and I got some free food and COD4 for cheap, so I’m going to be gaming instead of working. Shh, don’t tell Jason. Computing and Peripherals: • Lenovo G530-44623U 15.4″ Dual Core Laptop for $379.99 plus free shipping (normally $446).…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 12

I Bet Your Camera Can’t Transform Into the Defender of the Universe

I was thinking of getting a Canon T1i, but after seeing this fully-functional, transforming Voltron SLR-wannabe 110 film camera from 1985, I will seriously have to reconsider my options. [DoobyBrain via DVice via TheDailyWhat] https://gizmodo.com/canon-eos-rebel-t1i-first-hands-on-50ds-sensor-1080p-5182772

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

The Kindle DX Disassembled

In this five-step tutorial, RapidRepair shows you how to carefully disassemble—and reassemble—your Kindle DX to get a closer look at its innards. When dismantled, you can see that even when the power is switched off, the text is still clearly displayed on the front LCD. And, we knew the Kindle DX was thin—full review right…

Commerce Andi Wang Jun 11

Levitron Revolution Makes Your Junk Look Awesome While Suspended in Space

For those who have a treasured item you want to display in style, the Levitron Revolution uses some sort of electromagnets—or anti-gravity voodoo magic—that levitates and slowly rotates your prized possession in space. As long as your collectible weighs around 4 ounces or less and is non-ferrous, this device will pick it up, spin it…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

Tiny Plasma Blowtorch Doesn’t Let Your Teeth Join the Dark Side

Described as a cross between a lightsaber and Listerine, scientists at the University of Southern California have invented a tiny, world’s first, plasma blowtorch that is to be used for medical procedures—specifically in annihilating plaque. Although shooting a stream of plasma into your mouth sounds painful, the blowtorch actually works in small pulses, which lets…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

Archos’ Latest Touch Tablet, the Archos9, Runs Windows 7

Although we have yet to hear anything about an Android MID from their event today, Archos has announced the Archos9—a UMPC that runs Windows 7. https://gizmodo.com/archos-event-invitation-unsubtly-hints-at-rumored-andro-5259045 Unlike its predecessors, which are basic touchscreen internet media tablets, the Archos9 is a touch tablet that can run a full computer OS. It also features a built-in webcam,…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

Samsung’s Bigfoot Android Phone to Hit T-Mobile ‘Really Soon’

T-Mobile’s next gen T1 Android phone—Samsung’s Bigfoot—looks like it features AMOLED and a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, and will actually be available sooner than we thought. https://gizmodo.com/next-gen-t-mobile-g1-may-have-a-slide-out-qwerty-5245914 Contrary to previous reports of the phone being released in October for $150, Boy Genius’s source is reporting that the Bigfoot will be launching “really soon”—perhaps as early as…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

Gadget Deals of the Day

If you’re in need of a new laptop/computer, today’s the day to get one. From Dell netbooks to Apple iMacs, we’ve got them lined up for you. Computing and Peripherals: • HP G60t Core 2 Duo 16″ Laptop with 4GB RAM, Blu-ray, 256MB NVIDIA for $709.79 plus free shipping (normally $1,014). • Apple iMac 24″…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 11

Reversible Econo-keys Keyboard Features Keys and Trackpad On Opposite Sides

Econo-keys is a compact, reversible gadget that has a full QWERTY keyboard on one side, and a built-in trackpad with buttons on the other. It sounds like a good idea, but for those who frequently need to use both a mouse and keyboard, it might become a little less than convenient. [Econo-keys via OhGizmo via…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 10

Project Natal Demo on Jimmy Fallon Tonight

Kudo Tsunoda, the man behind Microsoft’s “Project Natal”, will be on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon tonight. When he demos it on the show, you think he’ll look as ridiculous awesome as these dudes? [MTV] https://gizmodo.com/microsoft-project-natal-is-the-endgame-5276488

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 10

Feed Me, Aero Blue Robot

It’s no secret that machines are taking over the world, starting with our menially laborious jobs. We’ve got cooking robots, vacuuming Roombas, and now there’s the Aero Blue Robot—a force-feeding droid. [Japan Times via DVice] https://gizmodo.com/a-sushi-chef-for-a-post-robot-apocalyptic-world-5285909

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 10

Gadget Deals of the Day

Sometimes putting these deals lists together sucks because I’m tempted to buy everything—including this 40” 1080p HDTV for just $648. Thank God for Hobomodos! Now let’s see if we can get that on a bumper sticker. Computers and Peripherals: • Lenovo G530 15.4″ Dual-core Laptop for $429 plus free shipping (normally $499). • Asus EEE…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 10

Walmart Drops Blu-ray Player Price to New Low of $128

At what may soon become the norm price for entry-level Blu-ray players, Walmart is selling Magnavox’s NB500MGX Blu-ray disc player/DVD upconverter for $128—but not online. The Blu-ray player doesn’t have Ethernet (so it’s just Profile 1.1), but it’ll play all the Blu-ray movies in full 1080p. For Father’s Day, Walmart is also featuring 2-for-$20 Blu-ray…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 10

Sit-to-Walkstation Gives You the Option to Be Lazy

Treadmill-desks aren’t new. But the $4900 Sit-to-Walkstation is the first we’ve seen that has a space for a chair, giving you the option to exercise while you work or, once again, stay lazy. [Product Page via BoingBoing]

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 9

Gadget Deals of the Day

What would Jesus (Diaz) do? I’m sure he’ll grab a pair of these free havaiana and a medium pizza too. And for you, we’ve collected a handful of cheap laptops, peripherals, HDTVs and more for you to feast upon. Computing and Peripherals: • Dell Vostro 220s Core 2 Duo Desktop with 19″ LCD Monitor for…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 9

iPhone 3GS Video Walkthrough

Apple has posted a video walkthrough of their new iPhone 3GS. [Apple] https://gizmodo.com/iphone-3gs-complete-feature-guide-5283099

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 8

Gadget Deals of the Day

Didja hear everyone? The iPhone 3G is now $99 for 8GB. But if you’re sick of Apple, we’ve got some sweet deals on HDTVs, video games and more. This dealz post is completely Apple free—we swear. https://gizmodo.com/apple-wwdc-2009-live-coverage-5280422 Computing and Peripherals: • Dell Optiplex 360 Core 2 Duo Desktop with 22″ LCD and 3yr Warranty for…

Tech News Andi Wang Jun 8

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Self-Charging PR2 Robot Travels From Room to Room in Search of Power

iPhone 3.0 Is Re-Allowing You to Re-Download Apps for Free

XERO Project Green Building Concept: Veggie Does Dallas

Gadget Deals of the Day

I Bet Your Camera Can’t Transform Into the Defender of the Universe

The Kindle DX Disassembled

Levitron Revolution Makes Your Junk Look Awesome While Suspended in Space

Tiny Plasma Blowtorch Doesn’t Let Your Teeth Join the Dark Side

Archos’ Latest Touch Tablet, the Archos9, Runs Windows 7

Samsung’s Bigfoot Android Phone to Hit T-Mobile ‘Really Soon’

Gadget Deals of the Day

Reversible Econo-keys Keyboard Features Keys and Trackpad On Opposite Sides

Project Natal Demo on Jimmy Fallon Tonight

Feed Me, Aero Blue Robot

Gadget Deals of the Day

Walmart Drops Blu-ray Player Price to New Low of $128

Sit-to-Walkstation Gives You the Option to Be Lazy

Gadget Deals of the Day

iPhone 3GS Video Walkthrough

Gadget Deals of the Day

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