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Russian Roulette Beer Pong allows you to get super wasted real fast. It’s like regular Russian Roulette, but instead of ending up dead, you’ll end out passed out on the bathroom floor. You fill the barrel up with beer and then spin the bottles underneath it. Remove the bottle it lands on, and if you’re…
Medication adherence is a legitimate issue, especially in the older population. And the Capshell concept, a system that tracks how often patients take their medicine, gets it about half right. Basically, the Capshell dispenses individual doses of medicine upon request. These doses are both tracked for study by a doctor at a later date (to…
While it was tough to know just who Dell’s Mini 12 appealed to, apparently the idea of a 12-inch netbook wasn’t so crazy. Because rumor has it that Lenovo will be releasing one, too. https://gizmodo.com/dell-inspiron-mini-12-review-5093030 According to DigiTimes, Lenovo will release an Atom N280-powered IdeaPad S20 in hopes to avoid competition from the 10-inch netbook…
Samsung’s slogan here in Barcelona is “The Power of Touch.” It should have been “The Power to Drive You Freakin’ Bonkers” because their touch technology continues to be bad bad bad. BAD. What’s wrong with these guys? Last year I tried the Omnia at IFA 2008, and said it had “a poorly designed interface, lousy…
If there’s a must-have mobile technology this year, that’s Bluetooth over Wi-Fi. Easy-to-establish, peer-to-peer Bluetooth connectivity seamlessly coupled with Wi-Fi speeds. As the video shows, the experience is perfect. I want this in my iPhone. The new Bluetooth specification—technically denominated alternate MAC/PHY—will be official this April. And unlike other technologies, it won’t be in limbo…
AT&T’s Mobility CEO just referred to the fact that “Dell announced they’re entering the smartphone market.” The thing is, despite very convincing evidence that it’s happening, they haven’t. UPDATED https://gizmodo.com/dell-builds-prototype-android-and-windows-mobile-phones-5142507 So two things could be happening here. First, and most likely, is that this guy actually goofed up and let slip Dell’s poorly-kept secret. In…
Vodafone has taken the HTC Magic out of their big red hats in their MWC 2009 press conference. The rumors were true: You can see the fabled Android G2 from every angle after the jump. https://gizmodo.com/android-g2-photos-thinner-and-no-keyboard-5135926 For sure, it is lot prettier that T-Mobile’s G1. Here are the specs: Processor Qualcomm® MSM7201a™, 528 MHz Operating…
Still bitter that Apple didn’t use your totally rad theoretical iPhone concept all those years ago? You know, the iPod with Photoshopped phone icons on it? Well, have I got a phone for you! It’s almost hard to believe that the Hyundai MB400 even exists, but it’s actually on display at MWC right now. What…
Proprietary chargers are supremely annoying, but they’re also an affront to consumers and the environment, according to the European Commission. They want a universal charger, and surprisingly, manufacturers are happy to oblige. UPDATED The main driving force behind the Commission’s campaign is the reduction of e-waste, which is sensible. After all, a proprietary charger generally…
When I tried the original Omnia I said it had “a poorly designed interface, lousy response time, buggy software, and it felt cheap and fat on my hand.” The Omnia HD changes some things. https://gizmodo.com/samsung-omnia-isnt-going-to-kill-ianything-5043789 The Samsung Omnia HD still has the same lousy response when it comes to the touch part, even while its…
The Green Island Project asks the question “what would Tokyo look like if all its pavement were grass instead?” and answers it with an amazing series of pictures. The project is a collaboration between creative director Tag (Ryo Taguchi), photo retoucher IMKW (Imakawa), and contemporary artist Immr (Yuichiro Imamura). Doesn’t the ultra-modern Tokyo skyline look…
You know what would definitely make weddings more fun? Animatronic robots of the bride and groom. These "look-alike welcome robots" take the place of boring welcome boards and greet guests with details about the couple. The robot can be fashioned to look like an actual person, and can converse with people in pre-recorded snippets. When…
Linksys is teaming up with Trend Micro to put the Home Network Defender internet security software into the their routers, helping to block out unsafe sites before they reach any computer on your network. https://gizmodo.com/lightning-review-linksys-wrt610n-dual-n-band-wireless-5021685 Home Network Defender previously existed as an application for PCs that more or less did the same thing. But now…
Toy Fair is that rare trade show where one feels less like an industry drone and more like Tom Hanks in Big. Here are the ten best things from today’s show. Yes, Zoltan! The Original, Classic Neon Super Soaker 50: It’s Back https://gizmodo.com/the-original-classic-neon-super-soaker-50-its-back-5153949 This is What G.I. Joe Looks Like Now https://gizmodo.com/this-is-what-g-i-joe-looks-like-now-5153977 Vex Walker Inspired…
Boy Genius posted an image of this new LG GD900 Phone previewed at Mobile World Congress that appears to be a slider with a chic-looking transparent keypad. Nice. There aren’t many more details, except that the keypad glows when exposed. But BGR says more details are expected to surface soon. For now, just savor the…
Non Toxic Reviews got a live demo of Elmo’s Tickle Hands, a human-sized version of Elmo’s giggle paws. Not only does using the hands get you Elmo’s trademark laugh, he talks too. Joel on BBG naturally went to the same place we went first—self pleasure. Upon further inspection, it’s a little too creepy for that,…
Hmmm. Do I want my shower rainfall style or waterfall style? I certainly hope this Aquavolo showerhead from Bossini is sturdy—because I would be flipping back and forth like an idiot. [Bossini via Trendir]
The aptly named “Fun Fly Stick” houses a mini Van der Graaf generator that produces enough static electricity to give shape to the levitating foil webbing. [Toy Fair 2009]
Some of these action figures are really exquisite. There’s a ton of Watchmen. Also making appearances: Street Fighters, classic Arnold Terminators and every other ‘roided out superhero you love.
Designer Michael Marcovici is currently developing a working version of what he calls the “Democratic Chess Set” A IP-WLAN network camera built-in to each piece facilitates interaction between each other and a human player. The pieces would be capable of “listening and talking” to one another in an effort to decide the best possible move.…
