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The Evolution of Potty Training Tech

At some point between the terrible twos and terrifying threes, most of us embarked on a pilgrimage to the great ceramic bowl in the sky. It was a long journey, which left in its wake frustrated parents, soiled sheets, and tiny mounds of ill-timed poop. But over time, with practice and patience, we collectively conquered…

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Star Wars + Steampunk + Lego might just be the Internet’s purest form

Lego Star Wars Fan site From Bricks to Bothans recently held a contest that tasked users with picking vehicles and starships from the Star Wars universe and re-imagining them as Steampunk Lego creations – and the results were pretty goddamn magnificent. Like the grand winner of the contest above, the Steampunk Millennium Falcon by Markus1984,…

Tech News James Whitbrook

A Chemistry Set Spice Rack Puts Science in the Spotlight At Supper Time

Even something as simple as making toast involves a whole lot of complex science that most of us don’t even think about. But when dinner preparation involves a chemistry set full of spices, you’ll be hard pressed to not wonder about all the chemical reactions going down in your dinner. This $50 fourteen-piece set includes…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski

Taking the Canon 7D Mark II For a Walk (With Test Shots)

We just got our hands on a pre-production beta unit of Canon’s latest DSLR, the 7D Mark II. We wasted no time in hitting the streets to grab some shots for your viewing pleasure. https://gizmodo.com/canon-7d-mark-ii-the-longed-for-successor-to-a-classic-1627951260 We will be putting the 7D Mark II through the ringer in the coming weeks, with a more detailed rundown…

Tech News Michael Hession

How to Download iOS 8 Without Deleting All Your Stuff

Now that iOS 8 is finally here, many an iPhone user has eagerly swiped over to the update screen only to find that the greedy install package just won’t fit. But don’t worry—you don’t have to go on a deleting rampage. All it takes is a few simple workarounds, and you can have your iOS…

Tech News Ashley Feinberg

A Simple Plastic Adapter That Fixes Stupid Hotel Hangers

Somewhere near the top of the list of travel annoyances are those proprietary hotel hangers with detachable hooks designed to stop guests from stealing them. They make it impossible to hang your clothes anywhere but in the designated closet, but you can finally fight back with a simple plastic adapter called the ConvertAHanger that lets…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski

The World’s Greatest Cup Holder Can Survive the World’s Worst Drivers

When it comes to cup holders, most of us are just looking for a place to secure our drinks while we’re driving. It turns out we should be asking more of them—a lot more. Maksim Ghyvoronsky has invented a better alternative, an aftermarket set of cup holders that tilt and roll along with the motion…

Tech News Andrew Liszewski

Verizon Will Get Wi-Fi Calling in 2015

Following last week’s announcement that iPhones would support Wi-Fi Calling, and that T-Mobile would get it right away, all the other carriers have been forced to make their plans for the service known. Lo, Verizon will get the service, albeit, a little reluctantly. https://gizmodo.com/what-is-wi-fi-calling-1635271129 Fierce Wireless reports the comments of Verizon CFO Fran Shammo which…

Tech News Mario Aguilar

Scientists Are Reinventing Photosynthesis to Grow More Food

What if we could grow rice and wheat with the same amount of water and fertilizer but end up with 50 percent more food? Sound like magic? Bad accounting? No, just some chemistry and genetic engineering. Scientists have recently figured out the second of three steps to make photosynthesis a whole lot more efficient in…

Tech News Sarah Zhang

Apple TV Got a Redesign and a Beats Music App

iPhones and iPads aren’t the only devices getting some OS attention today. Apple has also released an update to Apple TV, which we caught a glimpse of last month. Only accessible to third-generation Apple TV users, the operating system embraces its mobile partner’s approach to design with flat icons and thin text. Apple also now…

Tech News Darren Orf

BitTorrent Bleep, the Secure P2P Chat, Is Available For Mac and Android

A few months ago, we told you about BitTorrent Bleep, the plan to create super secure chat that uses the P2P BitTorrent protocol to avoid the third-party servers that can be used to spy on you. Today, it’s been opened to a public Alpha testing stage so everyone can try it. Additionally, it’s now available…

Tech News Mario Aguilar

Architects Designed These Intricate Cat Shelters Because Cats

Cat folks know their precious furball deserves the very best, but feral kitties are often left to fend for themselves. So FixNation, a non-profit dedicated to spaying and neutering street felines, commissioned a group of LA-based architects to design custom outdoor accommodations for an event raising awareness—and cash—for their cause. The results are predictably awww-worthy;…

Tech News Jordan Kushins

5 iOS 8 Keyboards That Are Better Than What Apple Gives You

With the arrival of iOS 8, the iPhone finally—finally!—gets access to custom keyboards, liberating your thumbs from the tyranny of Apple’s tepid offering. Here’s a guide to some of the best keyboards coming your way today or in the near future. How to add a new keyboard To add a new keyboard, you need to…

Tech News Mario Aguilar

LA Schools Are Giving Back Grenade Launchers (But Keeping the Tank)

Los Angeles School Police Department announced this week that it would be sending some controversial surplus military equipment back to the federal government. Specifically, the school police will send back three grenade launchers. In related news, LA school police had grenade launchers. What the protectors of the LA Unified school district are sending back is…

Tech News Adam Clark Estes

The Apple Watch Is a Fully Post-Steve Jobs Product

There’s no doubt Steve Jobs left a lasting legacy at Apple. One thing he didn’t leave behind: Any plans for a smartwatch. The Apple Watch is entirely the product of Tim Cook’s Apple, according to a new profile in Bloomberg Businessweek. With an Apple Watch wrapped around his hand brass-knuckle style, Ive reveals that the…

Tech News Kate Knibbs

A Bug Hits HealthKit Right Before iOS 8 Launch (Updated)

One of iOS 8’s most talked about features is HealthKit, a new API that lets developers build various health-related apps for the iTunes store. However, right before today’s iOS 8 launch, it appears that HealthKit hit a snag that made Apple to temporarily remove several apps, according to a report from 9to5Mac. A few services…

Tech News Darren Orf

Find The Very Best Apps For Your Smartphone or Tablet

It’s no secret: the app stores run by Google and Apple are sagging under the weight of hundreds of thousands of low-quality, derivative apps. Many new releases don’t get the attention they deserve if they get spotted at all. But all is not lost—put in the time and effort, and apply the right tricks, and…

Gadgets David Nield

Cheaper iTunes Credit, Bluetooth Anywhere, Keyboards and Mice [Deals]

25% discounts on iTunes credit are very rare, so get one of these while you can. [ $100 iTunes Gift Card, $75] http://www.ebay.com/itm/100-iTunes-Card-for-ONLY-75/371139636755 Get these deals and more, and earlier on Deals.Kinja. Connect with us on Twitter and Facebook to never miss a deal, check out our Gaming and Movie/TV release calendars to plan your…

Tech News Shep McAllister

iOS 8: The Best Hidden Features

There are a lot of really great updates to iOS 8, which just launched today. We’ve unearthed some of the less obvious tricks and features that are going to level up your iPhone and iPad in a hurry. https://gizmodo.com/go-download-ios-8-right-now-1635726082 An All-Knowing App Store We never used Wish List all that much much in the App…

Tech News Michael Simon

This stunningly monstrous Godzilla maquette has a lofty price tag

Godzilla may have barely featured in his titular comeback earlier this year, but when he did show up, he was a pretty fabulous looking Kaiju – and this new statue from Sideshow really shows him off in all his glory. https://gizmodo.com/godzilla-was-only-in-8-minutes-of-godzilla-and-here-the-1633012946 Standing at around 2 foot tall and weighing in at 35lbs, the Maquette might…

Tech News James Whitbrook

The Evolution of Potty Training Tech

Star Wars + Steampunk + Lego might just be the Internet’s purest form

A Chemistry Set Spice Rack Puts Science in the Spotlight At Supper Time

Taking the Canon 7D Mark II For a Walk (With Test Shots)

How to Download iOS 8 Without Deleting All Your Stuff

A Simple Plastic Adapter That Fixes Stupid Hotel Hangers

The World’s Greatest Cup Holder Can Survive the World’s Worst Drivers

Verizon Will Get Wi-Fi Calling in 2015

Scientists Are Reinventing Photosynthesis to Grow More Food

Apple TV Got a Redesign and a Beats Music App

BitTorrent Bleep, the Secure P2P Chat, Is Available For Mac and Android

Architects Designed These Intricate Cat Shelters Because Cats

5 iOS 8 Keyboards That Are Better Than What Apple Gives You

LA Schools Are Giving Back Grenade Launchers (But Keeping the Tank)

The Apple Watch Is a Fully Post-Steve Jobs Product

A Bug Hits HealthKit Right Before iOS 8 Launch (Updated)

Find The Very Best Apps For Your Smartphone or Tablet

Cheaper iTunes Credit, Bluetooth Anywhere, Keyboards and Mice [Deals]

iOS 8: The Best Hidden Features

This stunningly monstrous Godzilla maquette has a lofty price tag

Tesla Goes Ahead and Admits Its Robotaxis Are Sometimes Fully Human-Controlled

School Forced to Replace Toilets After Kids Flush Vapes

‘Scream 7’ Just Won’t Stop Making Money as ‘Scream 8’ Gets Started

The Curtain Has Closed on Meta’s Movie Rating-Inspired Content Filters

Good News! You Can Finally Change That Ridiculous Gmail Address

ExpressVPN Just Launched ExpressAI: Your Prompts Are Now Invisible

VR Just Took Another Massive Body Blow

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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

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