Archive for November, 2010

Knowing what gifts to buy teens can be a tough call — after all, what was such a hit just a few months ago can become a big miss overnight. A teen-friendly gadget is a good bet, though, as it’s a functional item that will prove useful, and if you’re lucky, even educational. While we wouldn’t dare to suggest anything as personal as choice of phone, portable media player or even gaming device [...]

The day before Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel days of the year, and nobody seems to enjoy getting on a plane anymore — at least not since we started paying those baggage fees, putting liquids in a baggie and getting intimate pat-downs at airport security. But it could be worse. Lets take a look at far poorer alternatives to getting on a plane. #10 Dolphins Tales of heroic dolphin rescues [...]

The iPhone boasts a pretty decent camera, backed up by a ton of really cool apps, but there’s no doubt there are a few specialized areas of photography — shooting video and still life, for example — where the iPhone could use a helping hand. We’re not suggesting anyone buy the entire set of accessories we’ve listed below, but you may find one or two items could really improve the shooting [...]

Anyone who has been watching the growing musical scene surrounding iOS devices probably wasn’t surprised to hear thatDamon Albarn is going to release an album recorded entirely on the iPad. Thanks to some rather spectacular apps, Apple’s mobile devices have shown an amazing potential for music creation. We’ve collected 10 top videos that show artists performing withiPhones, iPods and iPads. Take [...]

One of the greatest things about the burgeoning smartphone app market is all the apps, tools and games for movie lovers. Beyond just finding movie times and getting actor or director information, these apps can actually enhance the moviegoing experience itself by making it easier to manage your personal collections, rent movies online and even find out when it’s safe to skip out for a restroom break. With [...]

Chevrolet has lifted the lid on the all-new Chevrolet Camaro Convertible. The iconic droptop goes into production in January 2011 and will reach European markets, including the UK, later in 2011. It includes an enhanced body structure and well-tailored top mechanism – a combination designed to deliver sports coupe-like driving fun and precise quality. “The launch of the new convertible [...]

Top secret U.S. ‘eavesdropping’ satellite blasted into space on back of 235ft rocket A top secret U.S. spy satellite strapped to one of the most powerful rockets in the world blasted into space yesterday. The satellite was described by the National Reconnaissance Office as ‘the largest in the world’. It is believed it will help the U.S.’s eavesdropping abilities. The [...]

Prediction markets allow you to speculate on many things today – from the success of the iPhone to the next US President. Knowing these things in advance can lead to riches – or at least extreme smugness. To get you started with this under-rated form of social software, here’s a selection of sites that let you bet on outcomes and see what the community as a whole thinks will happen. Gambling [...]

Despite a recession allegedly in our rear view mirror, frugality remains a hot, dare I say trendy topic. Nowhere is that more evident than in the often expensive world of consumer tech. Those of you currently debating that iPad purchase know just what I mean. But remember, a one-time splurge could pay dividends in the long run if you do your homework. Take Steve Jobs’ previous technological wonder. [...]

Apple iPad – Quite shiny, blackish, and it really does look like a digital photo frame until you turn it on. It also singlehandedly filled Apple Stores across America on Easter Saturday. The iPad may be one of the most highly-anticipated pieces of technology released this year, but is the iPad “magical” and “revolutionary” as chief executive Steve Jobs promised? We fought through New [...]