Rosa Golijan, Author at Gizmodo

Out-Of-The-Box Windows 7 Install Is Vulnerable To 8 out of 10 Viruses Tested

SophosLabs didn’t believe claims that Windows 7 and its User Account Controls were any more secure than previous versions of the OS, so they tested (albeit somewhat oddly) a clean install. Result? A reminder that you should always use protection. The way the test was conducted is that ten viruses were introduced into a clean…

Privacy & Security Rosa Golijan

Tango Autonomous Vacuum Has A Built-In Upskirt Camera

Is it really necessary to stick 13 sensors, a camera, extra gyroscopes, and crash sensors into these vacuuming robots? I’m all for improved gadgets, but I just plain don’t want my vacuum able to take photos of my knickers. Granted, there’s at least the peace of mind that this pervy lil’ vacuum has enough sensors…

Gadgets Rosa Golijan

Vertical Bed Includes Sunglasses To Complete The Pretense That You’re Awake

It vaguely reminds me of someone painting eyeballs onto their eyelids to feign wakefulness, but I kinda almost want a Vertical Bed. It’s intended to help you catch a few extra zzZZZ’s on your daily commute while looking dorky. Basically the bed fully supports all of your body weight by attaching to subway ventilation grating.…

Tech News Rosa Golijan

David Pogue: “Smartphone Is Too Limited…It’s An App Phone“

Before David Pogue wrote his review of the Droid, he had trouble deciding what to call the device. He argued that “smartphone” is an outdated label for the “iPhone-like” devices coming out and so he looked for a new one. Our Jason Chen discussed this issue in the past and coined the term “com,” but…

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Why You Should Think Twice Before Dating An iPhone User

I’m an iPhone user and not ashamed of that fact. What I am ashamed about is that a study done about iPhone users’ characteristics pretty much deems us a rotten, undatable bunch. And some of the results struck a chord. A company called Retrevo did what they call a “Gadgetology study” to gather up information…

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Leaked AT&T Memo Outlines Spin Tactics Regarding Verizon Lawsuit

I’ll admit that I got a slight chuckle out of this particular memo sent to AT&T employees today. It explains that the company has in fact filed a lawsuit against Verizon for the rather hilarious “There’s a Map for That” ad campaign and proceeds to instruct employees to use any inquiries as a chance to…

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Cookie Monster Sang About Google 27 Years Ago

Today’s Google homepage celebrated the 40th anniversary of Sesame Street, but, as this video reveals, Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster celebrated Google in a song from 27 years ago. A super fun song of the you’ll-giggle-your-socks-off variety, that is. Yes, it came 16 years before Google ever existed and yes, technically the song is about Cookie…

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Remainders – Stuff We Didn’t Post (and Why)

It May Be The Best WoW Costume Yet, But It Makes Me Cry…Cupcake Frosting Robot Takes The Fun Out Of Licking Up Messes…Palm Will Not Be Having A Very Merry Christmas…Personalized Google News Pages Appeal To The Narcissists In Us It May Be The Best WoW Costume Yet, But It Makes Me Cry Right now…

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T-Mobile’s Super Speedy 7.2Mbps 3G Rollout Has Begun

Some good news follows T-Mobile’s recent outages: reports are coming in that some customers are experiencing download speeds above 2Mbps, meaning that the HSPA 7.2Mbps rollout may have begun. Is anyone here seeing increases in download speed? https://gizmodo.com/t-mobile-confirms-nationwide-service-outage-5396460 Android and Me is suggesting that T-Mobile customers try checking their data speed using Xtreme Labs Speedtest…

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New HiRISE Images Show Chilly, Frost-Covered Phoenix Lander

Mars isn’t exactly the warmest place during the winter transition, but as the first few rays of sunshine lick at the planet’s surface we’re able to make out the Phoenix lander shivering under a cover of dry-ice frost. We’re able to see the lander in the images taken by the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment…

Space & Spaceflight Rosa Golijan

Scientists Mapping Out 10,000 Animal Genomes For “Genetic Zoo”

On the tail-end of news that all of the HIV genome and 98% of the pig genome has been decoded, scientists are announcing that they’ve got a plan to collect and sequence the DNA of 10,000 vertebrate species. Over 68 scientists worldwide are participating in the Genome 10K Project, the results of which would not…

Biology Rosa Golijan

Instructions On Playing The FlashHarp Harmonica USB Drive Come Included

It’s intended as a fun way to deliver instructional videos to those wanting to play the harmonica, but I don’t think I’d spend $55 on those if they didn’t come on a playable harmonica-shaped USB flash drive to begin with. The drive is 4GB of musical goodness and available through the BackyardBrand Etsy store. Geez,…

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Google’s Swiss Headquarters Blend A Lot of Fun With Some Function

I couldn’t be more envious of Google engineers working out of Switzerland. Despite the tacky wallpaper in its library, the new EMEA Engineering Hub is the most fun looking office environment I’ve seen in a while. Google’s philosophy that work and play are not mutually exclusive is definitely shown off in form of game rooms…

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T-Mobile Blames Nationwide Service Outage On Software Error

Yesterday’s nationwide T-mobile service outage may have been due to a system software error according to a statement from a T-Mobile spokesperson: https://gizmodo.com/t-mobile-confirms-nationwide-service-outage-5396460 On Tuesday, some T-Mobile customers may have experienced service disruptions impacting voice and messaging services. We restored full service to all affected customers later in the day. After investigating the cause, we…

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Our Favorite Lifehacker Posts of the Week

This week Lifehacker’s got ways to avoid looking like a slob when eating chicken wings, pointers on really leaving no trace when browsing, proof that office space can be shared, and a gadget to annoy your coworkers. • Browser speed test results for Windows 7 • How to really browse without leaving a trace •…

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Roca’s Latest Concept Brings 3D Video Into The Shower

I love funky bathroom concept designs, so naturally I adore the Roca Waterdrop Shower Room. Granted, who wouldn’t want to be surrounded by a 3D touchscreen while showering? Be it news or naughty shower flick, you’ll truly soak it in. https://gizmodo.com/this-bathroom-concept-is-probably-a-transformer-in-disg-5395601 The touchscreen is the main appeal of this shower, not just because it provides…

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Welcome To The Company, Here’s Your 1980s Cubicle

Don’t get me wrong, I think the 1980s were fantastic, great music and all, but I’m not so sure that I’d want to be put into a truly old-school cubicle like this on my first day on the job. I’m told that a fellow was led into this retro cubicle the day he started work…

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Woman To Live Stream Her Child Birth

People have posted videos of deliveries before, but this Lynsee girl has decided on a live video stream when she gives birth to her first child. I’m OK with over-sharing now and then, but this could be too much. So far Lynsee has blogged every detail of her pregnancy for mommy blog, Moms Like Me,…

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Air Conditioning Bill Too High? Should’ve Moved Into A Building Like This

Apparently the oddly arranged 600 mm diameter circular windows on this building are not a hidden message from aliens, but instead a clever way to create ambiance indoors while saving up to 25% on air conditioning costs. Those opaque windows combined with the concrete “fins” on the side of the building act as a heat…

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Eliminate Scratches On Your iPhone’s Bezel With A Sponge

I abused my iPhone and it’s got the marks to tell the stories. The most annoying though are the scratches on the pretty silver bezel. Thankfully, as Lifehacker shows us, those can easily be eliminated using a kitchen sponge. https://lifehacker.com/brush-your-iphones-bezel-to-hide-scuffs-and-scratches-5395933 As you can see in the video, all that you really need to do is…

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Out-Of-The-Box Windows 7 Install Is Vulnerable To 8 out of 10 Viruses Tested

Tango Autonomous Vacuum Has A Built-In Upskirt Camera

Vertical Bed Includes Sunglasses To Complete The Pretense That You’re Awake

David Pogue: “Smartphone Is Too Limited…It’s An App Phone“

Why You Should Think Twice Before Dating An iPhone User

Leaked AT&T Memo Outlines Spin Tactics Regarding Verizon Lawsuit

Cookie Monster Sang About Google 27 Years Ago

Remainders – Stuff We Didn’t Post (and Why)

T-Mobile’s Super Speedy 7.2Mbps 3G Rollout Has Begun

New HiRISE Images Show Chilly, Frost-Covered Phoenix Lander

Scientists Mapping Out 10,000 Animal Genomes For “Genetic Zoo”

Instructions On Playing The FlashHarp Harmonica USB Drive Come Included

Google’s Swiss Headquarters Blend A Lot of Fun With Some Function

T-Mobile Blames Nationwide Service Outage On Software Error

Our Favorite Lifehacker Posts of the Week

Roca’s Latest Concept Brings 3D Video Into The Shower

Welcome To The Company, Here’s Your 1980s Cubicle

Woman To Live Stream Her Child Birth

Air Conditioning Bill Too High? Should’ve Moved Into A Building Like This

Eliminate Scratches On Your iPhone’s Bezel With A Sponge

Dammit, Jim, He’s a Doctor *And* an Action Figure!

Whatever Just Happened with ‘Fruit Love Island,’ Nobody Won

AMC Puts a Stake in ‘Talamasca’ After One Season

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

2027 Is Shaping Up to Be a Great Year for Big Sci-Fi RPGs

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

Ahead of the SpaceX IPO, xAI Has Now Shed All 11 of Its Non-Elon Musk Founders

Do ‘Disclosure Day’ Prep With a Spielberg Sci-Fi Marathon

How to Watch the F1 Japanese GP 2026 on a Free Channel

Ranking 2016’s Superhero Debuts, 10 Years Later

Sonos Play Review: Call It a Comeback

Sonos Era 100 SL Review: The Cheapest Way Into Wired Sonos Sound

Asus ROG’s Massive Swift OLED Gaming Monitor Epitomizes Excess in the Best Way

The Ikea Varmblixt Smart Lamp Fills a Donut Hole in My Life

Nothing Headphone A vs. Headphone 1: Which Pair of ANC Wireless Headphones Wins?

Asus ROG’s Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Might Be Better Than Wearing a Headset

Nintendo’s Talking Flower Is Annoying as Hell. I Love It

Level Lock Pro Review: As Good as a Secret Smart Lock Gets

Apple Studio Display XDR Review: It Looks So Good, I Wish It Were an iMac

RayNeo Air 4 Pro Review: My Eyes Love These Video Glasses, but My Nose Disagrees

Dammit, Jim, He’s a Doctor And an Action Figure!