Archive for November 2nd, 2008

In addition to being able to speak, this social learning robot observes humans and conveys emotions realistically through its sensor-laden face. Continue reading to see more. Click here for first picture in gallery.


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Quake iPhone

Unlike other iPhone games, Quake iPhone will be a free application, complete with “sound support and a landscape orientation.” Continue reading for a video demonstration.

At first accelerometer support was included, but it is very difficult to play the game while maintaining the positions needed for Quake. So it has been disabled in this revision.

[via Toucharcade - Mobiriot]

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Blendtec master Tom Dickson has partnered with Bill Me Later to blend whatever doesn’t belong in a “Man Cave”, including: a lava lamp, Hannah Montana doll, rasberry wine cooler, and Quiche. Video after the break.

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iPhone Holder

Most speaker docks are boring, this iPhone holder isn’t. Custom carved, it “is made entirely of wood except for bits of plexiglass to support each app icon ‘leaf’.” Click here for first picture in gallery.

Truth be told, the sculpture was carved for a school project—but throw an actual dock in there and Buckner would be the envy of Apple superfans everywhere.

[via Gizmodo - Maclife]


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Night Cruiser

The Micromaster HG2 night cruiser helicopter from Japantrendshop “can take off and land from the included launch pad, even in the dark.” Product page. Video after the break.

The HG2 Night Cruiser also comes with its own LED-lighted display case to keep it safe and secure during downtime. The Micromaster series is the best when it comes to lightweight, simple to control indoor helicopters that can be used around the home safely.

[via Japantrendshop]

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Not just for looks, the Dell Studio Hybrid “has more than enough power to playback full 1080p resolution content with its Core 2 Duo dual core processor, standard 160GB hard drive and DDR2-667 system memory.” video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

Three screws and you’re in, which definitely makes for simple upgrades on things like system memory, hard drives and possibly a processor, with the right BIOS support.

[via HotHardware]


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In this Gears of War 2 multiplayer montage, we take a look at the following new maps: “Stasis, Security, Ruins, River, Pavilion, Jacinto, Hail, Day One, Blood Drive and Avalanche.” Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The maps look solid, the gameplay looks gruesome, and we’re loving each moment. It’s an IGN produced Gears 2 multiplayer montage featuring gameplay footage from Gears 2 including the newly new maps.

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Yes, an eBay seller is offering this rare SEGA Dreamcast/Katana development kit, complete with “Dreamcast LAN adapter, SCSI cable, R10 SDK software, and gamepad.” Auction page. Continue reading for a Streets of Rage 4 tech demo. Click here for first picture in gallery.

You’re purchasing/bidding on a SEGA DREAMCAST KATANA HKT-01 Developer Kit used for developing DC softwares. The Sega Dreamcast KATANA HKT-01 hardware is perfect for people or program designers wanting to get stuck into Dreamcast homebrew programming.

[via eBay]


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Amazon is selling the Logitech G51 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers for just $80.25 shipped after rebate, originally priced at $229.61. Its “laser-tuned satellites feature Frequency Directed Dual Driver technology sound technology creates a uniform soundfield anywhere in the room.” Product page. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

With 155 watts of total RMS (root mean square) power, the G51 speaker system is optimized to deliver high-performance audio experiences. The ported, down-firing subwoofer rumbles with every explosion.

[via Amazon]


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Need for Speed Adrenaline Trailer

Slated for release on November 18th, Need for Speed Undercover will be the first racing game to include the Nissan 370Z, as well as several new modes. EA has just released a new Adrenaline trailer, and we’ve got it for you after the break.

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