Gizmodo
- Internet Use Linked to Depression, Says Study
- A study forthcoming in
- More from ITP: Trying Out the Descriptive Camera
- Remember that
Engadget
- Apple slips out new OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion beta, leaves 2007 MacBook Pro in a momentary lurch
- Apple looks to be stepping up the frequency of OS X Mountain Lion beta updates after initially keeping the pace slow and steady: it just posted a new,
- Plastic Logic shutters US offices, gets out of making its own e-readers
- Plastic Logic has something of a rollercoaster history, having had to drop the QUE proReader before it even shipped and getting a $700 million cash injection that ultimately swung
- Google bots learning to read webpages like humans, one step closer to knowing everything
- Google just launched its Knowledge Graph, a tool intended to deliver more accurate information by analyzing the
- Sony NEX-F3 and A37 cameras hands-on and sample shots
- Sonys newest NEX and DSLR have already graced these pages -- albeit in decidedly unofficial fashion -- but the time has come for this duo of shooters to be
- LG's Optimus LTE2 ships this week in Korea, nails down a few more specs
- Just in case the world forgot which phone was first with 2GB of RAM, LG has
- NTT DoCoMo's Galaxy S III to ship with 2GB RAM?
- Ah, Japan. That far east country what begot Mario most always gets to profit from the industrys more delightful excesses. This time, however, the spoils have less to do with gaming flash
- Google Music users granted de-authentication reprieve as company retools activation system
- Google Music users learned of a frightful new policy this morning that dictates a user may de-authorize only four
Crave: CNET Gadget Blog
- Sony's new $600 Alphas
- Shot with the Sony Alpha SLT-A37(Credit:Lori Grunin/CNET)Read the reviewsSony Alpha NEX-F3Sony Alpha SLT-A37The spring showers of cameras continues with two new entry-level Alpha models from Sony: the compact interchangeable-lens replacement to the E-mount
- Toyota, Nintendo team on in-car navigation remote
- Ready to control a car's navigation system with a handheld game?For those who often feel they are competing against their in-vehicle navigation system to get to their desired destination, Toyota has a new
- HTC Ville C tipped as lower-powered, cheaper One S
- The HTC Ville S is not all that different from the One S.(Credit:BriefMobile)Less than one day after HTC announced its Desire C for U.K. consumers, yet another quietly brilliant smartphone has landed on
- Evernote for Android gets a sexy makeover
- The latest version of Evernote for Android brings some much-needed improvements to the interface.(Credit:Evernote)Much as I have mad love for Evernote, Ive always found its apps to be a little, well, challenged in
- The 404 1,055: Where we're indie for a day (podcast)
- (Credit:http://www.indiegamethemovie.com/)Most of us conjure images of Grandmas Boy when we think about video game developers, but a new documentary Indie Game: The Movie goes deep into the lives of a couple independent programmers,
- Lenovo dumps classic keyboard on new ThinkPad laptops
- No more classic-style keyboard with the new Lenovo T-Series ThinkPads.(Credit:Lenovo)Those of you who loved Lenovos classic-style laptop keyboards can wave bye-bye to them.With the new 2012 T-series ThinkPads, Lenovo has put the final
- Hangers with 'like' counts let Facebook dictate fashion
- Facebook likes this jacket quite a bit.(Credit:C&A)Why trust your own questionable fashion instincts when you can trust the questionable fashion instincts of everybody on Facebook? Brazilian retailer C&A has special clothes hangers that
Lifehacker Gadgets
- Dropbox Shortcuts, Long URLs, and Unwanted Calls
- Readers offer their best
- The Los Angeles Home Screen
- Reader rustyhalos takes the text-based home screen to
Wired - Gear Factor
- Gadget Lab Show: Nook Simple Touch, Pebble Smartwatch, and the Big Jawbone Jambox
- On this weeks edition of the Gadget Lab Show, the gang takes a gander at the Nook Simple Touch e-reader and Pebble Smartwatch, the most successful Kickstarter project ever.
- The Technology Behind Virgin Atlantic’s Mid-Flight Cell Phone System
- Virgin Atlantic begins offering cell phone coverage on trans-atlantic flights. The pricey, and somewhat limited, service will use items found in space and in the homes of outlying carrier customers to help passengers call in sick to work while flying
- Apple’s Patent Win Delays Shipments of Two HTC Smartphones
- Shipments of HTCs One X and Evo 4G LTE smartphones have been delayed by U.S. Customs enforcement as the result of a December Apple patent lawsuit win over the Taiwanese smartphone maker.
- Hands-On: Flipboard iOS App Adds Audio to Your Social Magazine
- Flipboard is a graphically stunning social media aggregator that organizes your friends’ tweets, posts, and links into a magazine-like spread. But now that experience isnt just visual: In an update yesterday evening, Flipboard added sound to the mix, so you
- Flexible Displays Landing in 2012, But Not in Apple Gear
- Flexible displays have tickled our imaginations for years. And before the end of 2012, well finally see companies employing flexible displays in their products. But while the possibilities are tantalizing, dont let your imagination run wild.
- Report: Google Will Unveil Android 5.0 on Multiple Nexus-Branded Smartphones
- In support of its upcoming Android 5.0 operating system release, code-named Jelly Bean, Google will deploy the OS on not a single Nexus smartphone, per Android tradition, but perhaps as many as five Nexus phones this fall -- so says
- LG’s Quad-Core Optimus Phone Heading to Europe But Not the U.S.
- LGs first quad-core smartphone, the Optimus 4X HD, is launching in Europe next month, taking on other four-core flagships such as the HTC One X and the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S III.
CrunchGear
- This Won’t End Well: Toyota Connects With Nintendo DS For In-Car Navigation Interface
- For some inexplicable reason, Nintendo and Toyota have teamed up to turn the Nintendo DS into a navigational remote control, thereby allowing drivers (although
- Review: Samson Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller
- If you are looking for Piano or Rhodes-like feel for serious playing, Samsons Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller
- Ogmento Lets You Shoot Like Jordan Or Fire Like A Tank Commander Thanks To Augmented Reality
- Ogmento is a gaming company dedicated to the creation of high-quality augmented reality games.
- Yer A Wizard, Reader: Kickstarter Game Uses A Real “Magic” Wand
- If youve ever wanted to swing a magic wand around and make things happen (besides encouraging the cool kids to give you a swirly,
- Ask Forgiveness, Not Permission: Why Dish “Ad-Skipping” Tech Irks TV Execs
- When Dish announced their new ad-skipping tech, response was fairly muted. Sure it was some cool technology - the experience is seamless in that
- LayerNation’s El Tirador Makes Classy Layered Drinks With Science
- Ask and ye shall receive: when I put a call out for cool hardware start-ups, little did I know that wed be barraged by
- Ikea’s Upcoming Uppleva HDTV System Further Detailed
- Taking the term home theater in a box to a new level, Ikea made waves a few weeks back when it announced plans to
Ubergizmo
- Sony NEX-F3 Camera, Hands-On
- With this Spring refresh, Sony introduces a new entry-level Sony NEX compact camera. This model should basically retire the previous NEX-C3. As a new comer, the Sony NEX-F3 inherits from
- Sony SLT-A37 DSLR, Hands-On
- Sony has just announced its new entry-level Apha 37 (a37) Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) which comes with an APS-C image sensor, a high-resolution (electronic) viewfinder and a burst mode that
- Porsche 918 Spyder enters next phase, prototypes begin testing
- Porsche has announced that its world’s first plug-in hybrid “supercar”, the 918 Spyder, has just entered the next phase after finishing a series of driving trials. Porsche said that the super
- Robotic arm controlled by a paralyzed woman’s mind
- Cathy Hutchinson suffered from a stroke many years ago that left her debilitated and unable to move and talk. But a group of researchers led by neurologist and engineer Leigh Hochberg of Brown University is about to change all of
- Toyota introduces Nintendo DS-controlled vehicle navigation system
- Toyota has introduced a new navigational system in Japan that uses a Nintendo DS as its remote control. Basically it works with Toyota’s new Smart Navi system, using a DS cartridge
- Sonic 4: Episode II now available for Tegra 3 devices
- You can probably remember that we wrote to you about the coming of Sonic the Hedgehog 4 on Tegra-powered devices last year. Our team even played the game on a Tegra
- Powerbreather is the next generation snorkel for swimmers
- If you think that PowerDrive’s Power Snorkel air tank was cool, wait until you’ll get your hands on one these next generation Powerbreather snorkel. The Powerbreather allows swimmers to keep their
The Gadgeteer
- Monster iSport Immersion In-Ear Headphones with ControlTalk Review
- I enjoy listening to motivational music while working out. But due to the intensity of my fitness routine at the gym or while pounding pavement, I am very tough/rough on my earbuds. I have trashed many a pair over the
- BenQ Joybee GP2 Mini Projector Contest
- Help The Gadgeteer win BenQ’s Joybee GP2 Mini Projector contest and you might become a winner of a $150 Amazon gift card and $500 cash! We’re always holding contests for you guys, so this time we’re turning the tables and
- Macro Cell Lens Band – Stretches the Imagination
- Photojojo stretches the capability of your camera phone with the Macro Cell Lens Band . The simple sturdy band with built-in macro lens works with any mobile phone. When not in use it can be worn around the wrist for instant access. Maybe they’ll release
- Intellinet Network Solutions NSC11-WN Network Camera Review
- Everyone occasionally wanders into a situation where they want or need to have an extra set of eyes watching their stuff. There are a number of ways to do this by setting up a webcam, but getting a webcam where
- Deal of the Day – Dell Vostro 460 Intel 2nd Generation Core i7 3.4GHz Quad-Core Mini Tower wi(...)
- Today’s LogicBUY Deal is the Dell Vostro 460 Core i7 3.4GHz quad-core “Sandy Bridge” mini tower bundled with a 21.5” Dell (#2211H) 1080p LED-backlit LCD monitor for $699. Base features: 4GB memory, 500GB 7200rpm hard drive, DVD-ROM optical drive, Intel
- DODOcase Now Available for Kindle Fire
- We’ve told you about DODOcases before. These cases look like Moleskine notebooks, complete with the elastic closure strap. Inside, your device is cradled in a bamboo tray for security and protection. Now there’s a DODOcase available for the Amazon Fire.
- Rough Roads iOS Game Review
- Rough Roads is a simple game for iOS devices that takes the concept of the classic Frogger video game and flips it. Instead of crossing the street while avoiding obstacles, you are driving down the street. The idea is to
OhGizmo!
- Porsche 918 Spyder Does A Hybrid Race Car Right, Hurts A Lot In The Wallet
- Gas electric hybrids don’t mean “pedestrian underpowered gas sippers” in the world of luxury race cars. The Porsche 918 Spyder is a prime example of this. While word of its existence is not new, early prototypes are now hitting the
- Mutewatch Is Simple, Elegant Design
- By David Ponce Back in the early days of this website we liked to focus on nicely designed things; we used to try to find items at the intersection between consumer electronics and aesthetic perfection. Needless to say, it was
- Here’s A Chocolate Shot
- By David Ponce Yes, that’s a chocolate shot. It’s made by a company called Zotter. It’s kind of like an alcohol shot that you see in bars, except with less alcohol and more chocolate. Well… no alcohol. Just chocolate. But
- Machine Can Make Up To 4 Layered Drinks In 20 Seconds
- By David Ponce Working in a bar could get a whole lot more hands-off if LayerNation’s “El Tirador” machine takes off. It’s a contraception that makes it very easy to make layered drinks. You just have to load the bottles
- Deal Of The Day: $462 Off Dell XPS 15z
- By David Ponce The Dell XPS 15z is a 15.6 inch laptop that comes packed with a bunch of hardware. We’re talking about a Core i7-2640M 2.8GHz dual-core processor along with a 1080p screen, 8GB RAM, 1TB Hard Drive and
- They’re Bringing The Furby Back, And It Could Be All Kinds Of High Tech
- By David Ponce Back in 1998 the world went a little apeturd over the Furby. While Amazon was still just getting off the ground and didn’t much suffer from the craze, brick and mortar stores were crawling under the demand.
- Nike Unveils TurboSpeed Suit, A Golf Ball Inspired Running Outfit
- By David Ponce Golf balls are covered in dimples simply because this gives them an aerodynamic efficiency rivalled by no other surface texture. And now Nike has unveiled a running suit based off the same design: the TurboSpeed, which they
Gadgets Weblog
- Choosing the smartest mp3 player for your digital music
- © that one dooodEven though many of us have given up our mp3 players in favor of Tablets and Smartphones for our digital music, yet the market
- All about Comcast cable internet deals and other service offers
- © Mr. T in DCThe internet is a necessity in any household. Thankfully, Comcast has managed to provide families with high speed Cable Internet at a low cost. Households can get speeds that are up
- Rugged Tech Gadget
- The Casio G'zOne Commando is one rugged tech gadget that goes where no iPhone can. This Android-powered smartphone retails for $199 from Verizon with a two year contract, and it meets military specs
- Check Out the Summer Gadget Guide for Real Stuff
- Looking for a suitable gadget while you set out for some adventure this summer, the gadget guide offers some really interesting gadgets for gadget freaks. Each gadget
- Luxury Tech Gadget
- Luxury tech gadgets are very popular with the rich and famous. From gold-plated BlackBerrys to alligator-skin iPad cases and $3000 HDMI cables, these tech toys are out of reach for most people, yet
- Fake Gadgets in Uganda
- The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has signed a deal with Huawei Technologies to set up testing laboratories for imported telecom equipment. The Chinese-based company will be training UNBS staff to
- Analogue TV Signals Are Being Switched Off For Freeview
- © William HookThe quality of television has improved dramatically in recent years. With digital TV technology, the picture quality of television shows are crisp and the audio sound is clear. Traditional analogue television will be phased out soon, and there
Gadgetizer
- Elder Scrolls Online Screenshot Leaked
- And a big Friday thank you going out to All Games Beta, who have managed to unearth some screenshots and concept artwork from the upcoming Elder Scrolls Online MMORPG. What a perfect way to start the weekend, no?The game is
- Samsung Galaxy S3 Protector Reveals Larger Screen Size
- Of course it’s another May day and another Samsung Galaxy S3 leak and I understand your skepticism, but this one certainly does have a little weight to it, I promise.Reportedly manufactured in Korea, this here screen protector that you’re seeing,
- Full Hulu Access To Be Cable Customer Only?
- Please insert Scooby-Doo’s zoinks and ruuuhhh?! According to a report by none other than the New York Post, don’t worry it’s not News Corp, but wait, it’s still owned by Murdoch, cripes, anyway back to the report that reveals full
- Call of Duty Black Ops 2 Release Date
- A big thanks going out to IGN who has a genuine photo of a pre-order Call of Duty Black Ops 2 card from Target, which now officially and at long last finally confirms that the next installment of Call of
- Olaf Diegel Customized 3D Printed Guitars
- We’re loving all the products the creative types are putting out using 3D printers, everything from earrings to wall hangings and now guitars.A New Zealand-based professor of mechatronics at the Massey University’s School of Engineering and Advanced Technology has been
- Apple Announces WWDC 2012 Deets
- What what, y’all. Apple has just announced this year’s WWDC deets and you can’t stop checking the upcoming Sprint Galaxy Nexus long enough to check it.The 2012 WWDC, aka Worldwide Developer Conference, will be taking place in Moscone West, San
- iPads Replace Denver Broncos Team Playbook
- Even in the off-season you can find football news, but at least today’s is more technology related. The Denver Broncos are going digital for the 2012 season by switching their weekly 500-page printed playbooks to iPads for all.According to the
Popgadget
- You Are Really, Really Going to Need This
- Maybe you wont need the FRX 3 this week but when the earthquake hits - and it will- or the hurricane system starts up again - and it will - youll be
- The DockTRAY: Another eco-friendly dock for your iPhone
- We loved the simple design of the iBamboo speaker last week because its such a basic concept, but made of completely natural materials. The dockTRAY, designed by YoungGun Cho is a similar concept, but
- Mother's Day Gift Guide
- A HEADSET TO MATCH YOUR OUTFITGive your Mom a bright turquoise bluetooth headset - or white, pink or tangerine, for that matter. Jabra makes the all-new CLIPPER Bluetooth stereo headset in trendy colors
- No power needed for the iBamboo speaker
- Theres been a rise in the number of portable iPhone speakers recently that dont need any power and instead use clever shapes to amplify sound without the use of electricity. So, if you dont
- Super cute shelter for cold and lonely animals
- OK, OK, so its not exactly a clever piece of tech, but we couldnt resist writing about the super cute oU boxes, designed to provide, cold or abandoned animals with a temporary shelter.Created by
- Total Defense for Your Gizmos
- Scary fact # 1: A Consumer Reports survey showed financially related cybercrime cost American consumers more than $8 billion. Scary fact #2 : Malware has increased worldwide from 200,000 new and unique threats
- Clever USB safety pin means you'll never forget it
- We love USB sticks that are designed to ensure well NEVER misplace them, remember the LOOPO that could attach to pretty much everything? Well the Bulavkus concept design may not be as multi-talented, but
Gadgetell
- Netflix has a new sleek video player
- Netflix took a lot of heat for some of the decisions it has made lately, but it’s hard to fault the company over the latest changes it has made to its web-based video player. Watching Netflix on a computer is
- Some Comcast customers are getting Skype on Xfinity this week
- Comcast is introducing Skype on Xfinity to a handful of cities this week. Skype on Xfinity will allow Comcast customers to conduct Skype video calls from their television to any other Skype-enabled device without interrupting what’s happening on the big
- Sprint acknowledges the HTC EVO 4G LTE delay
- Earlier today we mentioned the reports suggesting that the HTC EVO 4G LTE launch with Sprint was going to be delayed. And well, it looks like both Sprint and HTC have since confirmed the delay. The message from HTC reads
- GadgeTell Review: DecalGirl Skins, protection for your gadgets
- What is being reviewed? Up for review today are a pair of skins from DecalGirl. DecalGirl offers skins for a wide variety of devices including notebooks, tablets, phones, game devices, ereaders and more. In this case, we are getting to
- Macbook Pro update rumors – SSD, Retina Display, Ivy Bridge, USB 3.0
- Rumors and speculation regarding the updates to Apple’s line of Macbook Pro laptops continue to builds up as the inevitable refresh of Apple Macbook line starts getting closer. Some believe that Apple will eliminate the 17 inch model from their
- HTC EVO 4G LTE will reportedly miss its scheduled launch on Friday due to U.S Customs delay
- Recent patent violations of the HTC EVO 4G LTE are causing an ITC review for the device and the HTC One X before it can be sold legally in the United States. The news of the delay was recently announced
- HTC One S coming to Telus on May 17 for $569.99 sans contract
- Telus Canada is about to bring in a new Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone starting May 17. This is the new HTC One S which shall be up for grabs for as low as $99.99 with a new 3-year