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The Chromebook Pixel Has an Awesome Konami Code Easter Egg

Say what you will about the Chromebook Pixel’s viability, but practical or not, it’s got a hidden pocket of awesome hidden somewhere deep in its brain. And you can unlock it with the Konami Code. https://gizmodo.com/every-reason-not-to-buy-the-google-chromebook-pixel-5986031 As it turns out, that classic up-up-down-down-left-right-left-right-B-A string of input unlocks a little light show on the Pixel, causing…

Tech News Eric Limer Feb 22

Highest-Res Color Printer Ever Fits Images on a Human Hair

This image might look a little grainy to you, but you really should give it a chance. What you’re looking at is the output from the world’s highest resolution color printer, and it’s actually an extreme close-up of an image that measures just 50 micrometers across—the same width as a human hair. The printer, developed…

Tech News Jamie Condliffe Aug 13

The Fascinating Quantum Theory of Pixels

Did you think that quantum physics is complicated? Try the quantum theory of pixels, as explained by 8-bit Professor Hawking. It may help you understand the former or make your brain explode forever but, if you are a nerd, it will make you smile. Read the whole cartoon at [Bouletcorp via Comics Alliance]

Tech News Jesus Diaz Dec 18

China Just Won SimCity With Censorship-Bypassing 3D Baidu Maps

China has repeatedly prevented Google Maps from providing maps of China because the government would like the right to censor landmarks and locations. That means people miss out on cool features like Google’s 3D view for Android. So what does China do instead? Have Baidu—the most popular search engine there—provide a 3D pixel art version…

Tech News Jason Chen Mar 1

Pixel Qi Is Working On 7-Inch Backlit LCD/Transflective Tablet Displays

Smaller, 7-inch backlit LCD/transflective displays are on their way next year claims Pixel Qi, for use in mini-tablets and ereaders. They’ll be available to manufacturers early next year, and could be in our hands late 2011, if all goes well. Rumors persist of a smaller iPad, with many people believing that 9-inches (or in the…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Sep 20

The Incident is Gaming’s Most Charming Vision of the Apocalypse

Borrowing the simple joy of the 8-bit era at its finest, The Incident is a wonderful take on casual iOS gaming. A nostalgic, chipper soundtrack, wonderfully bright graphics, gameplay that’s perfect for several-minute stretches, and an extremely disturbing premise. The Incident’s protagonist is glumly waiting for a cab when, in true cartoon irony, a taxi…

Tech News Sam Biddle Aug 10

Netbook LCDs Can Now Be Replaced With the Pixel Qi Display Kit

We already know that in a head-to-head in broad daylight the Pixel Qi display is heaps brighter than the iPad—but as the amazing Notion Ink tablet is still delayed you’ve got to DIY if you want that display. https://gizmodo.com/ipad-screen-versus-pixel-qi-in-daylight-its-not-even-c-5552319 On sale over at the MakerShed for $275 is the 10.1-inch display, which ships in 2…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Jul 1

Pixels on Fire

Two weeks, a lot of candles, plenty of patience, and some love for video games resulted in this incredible pixel-art animation. Watch it and the young pyromaniac in you will giggle. I’m still smiling over the fiery Tetris game. [YouTube via Technabob via Unplggd]

Tech News Rosa Golijan Jun 15

A Brief and Glorious History of Pixel Art

Everything old is new again. And while the graphics of games like Super Mario Bros. and Zelda were blocky by necessity, the pixel has been reborn as an art form unto itself. Meet the Picassos of pixel art. Pixel, a short documentary by artist Simon Cottee, is an excellent distillation—part nostalgia, part progress—of those creative…

Tech News Brian Barrett May 24

Stop Zooming In On My Rug! It’s Already Pixelated

While pixelated images make me cringe, I think that the playful pattern of this wool rug is absolutely lovely. Prices are only available on request and the matching pillows are unfortunately sold separately. [Nanimarquina via BLTD via Unplggd]

Tech News Rosa Golijan May 18

The Rubik’s Cube’s Secret Life as an 8-Bit Work of Art

First, the venerable Rubik’s Cube recreated the masterworks of Da Vinci. Today’s example, while not quite as grandiose, is still impressive. Ladies and Gents, the Space Invaders are here. https://gizmodo.com/da-vinci-s-the-last-supper-painted-in-4000-rubiks-cube-5390088 And Sonic. And Pac-Man. Even President Obama makes an appearance, although I don’t think Hope: The Video Game is out just yet. For reference, artist…

Tech News Jack Loftus Nov 8

Pixel Light Adds Bloom Lighting to the Drab, Analog World

There comes a time in every geek’s life when he must unplug. While ingenuity, like carrying a laptop to the bathroom, can often stall such inevitability, it cannot thwart all of the social pressures of friends and loved ones. This pixel lamp softens the blow of the smooth, analog world. And after a beer or…

Tech News Mark Wilson Aug 7

Pixel Art Book Jackets Hide Your Shameful Reading Habit

Project: Buy a bunch of white book covers and color them strategically with marker. Enjoy the fumes and the fact that your fifty-seven copies of Catcher in the Rye are properly hidden. [icoeye via bbGadgets]

Books & Comics Mark Wilson Jan 30

The History of Computing as Told by Pixelated Dancing Scientists (and Jim Guthrie)

You might think the history of personal computing is way too complex to explain in under four minutes. But Canadian animators Superbrothers teamed up with singer-songwriter and all-around awesome dude Jim Guthrie to create this amazing music video that’ll prove you wrong. The story: two heavily-pixelated scientists have a dance battle that echoes the transition…

Tech News Dan Nosowitz Sep 27

Pixel Drink Coasters Can Have Any 8-Bit Shape You Want

These pixel drink coasters are made of paper and come in 50-unit packages for $8. Nothing special there until you notice that they have different shapes, which are not actually made at the factory: The coasters come in a single sheet, folded in 50 segments that you can cut in any way you want using…

Tech News Jesus Diaz Sep 5

Stolen Pixel Jewelry Proves Valkryrie Needs Bling More Than Food

Essentially the female version of the 8-Bit Tie, these “Stolen Jewels” designs from Mike and Maaike are pixelized jewelry that you can actually wear. Sure, they look like they’re either made out of paper or cheap cloth, but it’s the idea that counts. https://gizmodo.com/8-bit-tie-not-a-joke-any-more-249949 However, even though they look cool to you, if you ever…

Tech News Jason Chen Jun 15

The Chromebook Pixel Has an Awesome Konami Code Easter Egg

Highest-Res Color Printer Ever Fits Images on a Human Hair

The Fascinating Quantum Theory of Pixels

China Just Won SimCity With Censorship-Bypassing 3D Baidu Maps

Pixel Qi Is Working On 7-Inch Backlit LCD/Transflective Tablet Displays

The Incident is Gaming’s Most Charming Vision of the Apocalypse

Netbook LCDs Can Now Be Replaced With the Pixel Qi Display Kit

Pixels on Fire

A Brief and Glorious History of Pixel Art

Stop Zooming In On My Rug! It’s Already Pixelated

The Rubik’s Cube’s Secret Life as an 8-Bit Work of Art

Pixel Light Adds Bloom Lighting to the Drab, Analog World

Pixel Art Book Jackets Hide Your Shameful Reading Habit

The History of Computing as Told by Pixelated Dancing Scientists (and Jim Guthrie)

Pixel Drink Coasters Can Have Any 8-Bit Shape You Want

Stolen Pixel Jewelry Proves Valkryrie Needs Bling More Than Food

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