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An aquatic robot that devours plastic junk in the ocean

Autonomous drones typically get a bad rap, but a new design by Elie Ahovi actually looks like it could be genuinely helpful. Concerned about rising levels of plastic waste in the oceans, Ahovi put together a design for an underwater drone that can search for and gobble-up ocean garbage. It’s hoped that this device, when…

io9 George Dvorsky Jul 17 '12

A world with more William Gibson LEGO sets is a world we can live in

When it comes to literary characters to depict in LEGO, you can’t beat Jones, the cybernetic, heroin-addicted dolphin from William Gibson’s 1981 tale Johnny Mnemonic. Explains sculptor Cole Blaq: What does a heroin junky dolphin do in Nighttown? Well I guess dreaming of electric sheep or riding the horse. But hey, what else could a…

io9 Cyriaque Lamar Jul 17 '12

Why the Knotted Language of DNA Sounds Like Music

Knot theory hasn’t been the only unexpected math to pop up during DNA research. Scientists have used Venn diagrams to study DNA, and the Heisenberg uncertainty principle. The architecture of DNA shows traces of the “golden ratio” of length to width found in classical edifices like the Parthenon. Geometry enthusiasts have twisted DNA into möbius…

Tech News Sam Kean Jul 17 '12

Watch Mr. Wizard act like a dick to dozens of children

If this supercut is to be believed, Don Herbert — TV scientist and educational programming host of Watch Mr. Wizard and Mr. Wizard’s World — might not have been that good with children. Check out Diane Bullock and Mike Schuster’s hilariously out-of-context clip show of Herbert hectoring his tiny co-hosts. Be sure to stick around…

Television Meredith Woerner Jul 17 '12

Contact with Curiosity may be lost during its descent to the Martian surface

As NASA prepares for the August 6 landing of the Curiosity rover on Mars, its scientists have made the disturbing realization that communication will likely be lost during its harrowing seven minute descent to the surface. Engineers attribute the fault to a critical support satellite, Odyssey, which is currently stationed in orbit around the red…

io9 George Dvorsky Jul 17 '12

Carbon Fiber Cooling Sheets Could Replace A Computer’s Thermal Grease

If you’ve ever built your own PC, you know there’s an art to applying the thermal grease that helps to cool the system’s processor. That technique could one day be a thing of the past thanks to a new thermal conducting sheet developed by Sony. It’s far easier to apply than thermal grease, and it’s…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jul 17 '12

Which of your favorite characters will return to Warehouse 13?

After the explosive events of Warehouse 13’s third season, where does the show go from here? The WH 13 cast and crew came to San Diego Comic Con to talk a bit about what’s coming up, who could come back, and Brent Spiner’s new role. Also, they dream up the ultimate Comic Con artifact. Spoilers…

io9 Lauren Davis Jul 17 '12

35 Saliva-Worthy Photos Of Food

Food is good—great even—but it never lasts very long. Luckily, we have photography to immortalize those moments right before the gorgefest, when a burger is not a burger, but the token of a greater realized ideal: Satisfaction. https://gizmodo.com/shooting-challenge-food-porn-5925145 WINNER: The Sandwich My wife and I eat vegan most of the time, but occasionally enjoy great…

Tech News Mark Wilson Jul 17 '12

Shooting Challenge: Food Porn

Shot this one simply with an iPhone 4, HDR ON, hence not really much to tell and I’m afraid I don’t have the wallpaper one. Story is I had everything for the perfect burger but the bread as you can see. But I told myself “whatever” let’s do it anyway. Even if I’m not using…

Tech News J.D. Levite Jul 17 '12

This Underwater Exploration Float Should Come in Adult Sizes

The coolest kid at the beach would come sporting this water toy—a float with a periscope attached. But what everyone wants to know is if they could make it for adults too. Unfortunately the answer is no, because it’s just a prototype at the moment. But exploring the ocean is awesome. If you don’t think…

Tech News Leslie Horn Jul 17 '12

10 Limits to Human Perception … and How They Shape Your World

Every human has limits. You can only run so fast, jump so high, and go for so long without water. But what about restrictions upon our five senses, those tools that we use to perceive and understand our surroundings? Here are ten limitations on human perception that have a direct impact on how we understand…

io9 Robbie Gonzalez Jul 17 '12

No Technology Can Improve on an ASCII Photobooth

If you thought the novelty photobooth idea was just a recent trend, think again. Back in 1976—the year before Atari released its ground-breaking 2600 console—the company was hawking these fantastic Compugraph Foto booths that created retroriffic ASCII portraits of people. The subject was photographed in front of a stark-white background with a live video preview…

Gadgets Andrew Liszewski Jul 17 '12

How Steve Wozniak Became the Genius Who Invented the Personal Computer

You all know Steve Wozniak. If you’re using a computer today is partly because this man created some really awesome things. You know, like changing the world with the other Steve. He’s here now to answer your questions about what made him take his path. https://gizmodo.com/steve-wozniak-will-co-host-the-gizmodo-gallery-opening-5864947 I enjoyed early electronic kits with buttons and buzzers…

Tech News Steve Wozniak Jul 17 '12

We talk with the minds behind Adventure Time about the sunshiny post-apocalypse

One of the biggest draws at this year’s Comic-Con was Cartoon Network’s unapologetically bizarre animated show Adventure Time, in which the human boy Finn and his trusty dog Jake navigate the magical Land of Ooo, long after human civilization has disappeared. The show — which is currently airing its fourth season — lured throngs of…

Television Cyriaque Lamar Jul 17 '12

Is This Rooftop Dining Set the Worst Design Idea Ever?

You don’t have to look all that far to find crappy ideas. The world is littered with the mental detritus of foolish designers. But this—oh, lord—this… A rooftop dining set? Ugh why please no. On paper, this Rigid Roof Furniture concept by Lithuanian design graduate Ainė Bunikytė could almost be a good idea. We get…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jul 17 '12

Do People Love Google+ Or Just Really Hate Facebook?

The annual American Consumer Satisfaction Index has been posted, and there’s some shocking data about our feelings towards online services. People are remarkably satisfied with Google+. They’re way more satisfied with Google+ than with Facebook. And Facebook is slipping. The ACSI is an annual survey of about 80,000 Americans, which asks them to rate how…

Tech News Mario Aguilar Jul 17 '12

How the Air Force Stops Social Media from Spilling Military Secrets

Social media is a godsend of a tool for military families because it lets them communicate from thousands of miles away. But it can also be totally damaging to Operational Security (OPSEC), if a photo posted or a status reveals covert location data, which is the type of mistake that’s happened in the past. So…

Social Media Leslie Horn Jul 17 '12

Neil Gaiman signs five book deal

If you have a shelf dedicated to the works of Neil Gaiman, then it may be time to add a second! Gaiman just signed a five-book deal with Harper Collins Children’s Books. In case you’ve been keeping score at home, in the next couple years we’re also expecting his non-fiction travel book about China, his…

io9 Michael Ann Dobbs Jul 17 '12

What Would Happen If Every Ad Looked Like an Apple Ad?

What would happen if all the ad campaigns in the world were ran by Apple’s ad agency? Exactly this. It’s hilarious because 1) it’s true and 2) it clearly shows how absurdly minimalist their ads are. They need some Apple-style slogans, though, so please propose yours. Check out the site and follow them on [Twitter…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Jul 17 '12

Once Upon A Time Season 2 trailer reveals a new big bad!

The first-ever teaser trailer for the wonky fairy tale series Once Upon A Time has appeared. And oh holy-stripper-heeled-fairy-dust, it’s even more deliciously cheesy than we expected. Check out the brand new Disney villain who’s stopping by this year. I’m taking guesses on which fairy tale character will be playing Henry’s Father, but my money…

Television Meredith Woerner Jul 17 '12

An aquatic robot that devours plastic junk in the ocean

A world with more William Gibson LEGO sets is a world we can live in

Why the Knotted Language of DNA Sounds Like Music

Watch Mr. Wizard act like a dick to dozens of children

Contact with Curiosity may be lost during its descent to the Martian surface

Carbon Fiber Cooling Sheets Could Replace A Computer’s Thermal Grease

Which of your favorite characters will return to Warehouse 13?

35 Saliva-Worthy Photos Of Food

Shooting Challenge: Food Porn

This Underwater Exploration Float Should Come in Adult Sizes

10 Limits to Human Perception … and How They Shape Your World

No Technology Can Improve on an ASCII Photobooth

How Steve Wozniak Became the Genius Who Invented the Personal Computer

We talk with the minds behind Adventure Time about the sunshiny post-apocalypse

Is This Rooftop Dining Set the Worst Design Idea Ever?

Do People Love Google+ Or Just Really Hate Facebook?

How the Air Force Stops Social Media from Spilling Military Secrets

Neil Gaiman signs five book deal

What Would Happen If Every Ad Looked Like an Apple Ad?

Once Upon A Time Season 2 trailer reveals a new big bad!

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