Sunday, December 21, 2008
Computers
Dell on Apple’s Environmental Ads: ‘We Wish Apple Would Make a Difference Rather than Making Ads’
10:30AM Gizmodo US Edition | In a blog post, Dell VP Bob Pearson outlines his views on Apple’s environmentally-focused MacBook ads, and dismisses Apple’s claims as rhetoric rather than action. He also blasts Apple for their lack of transparency. More »
Games
Gizmondo Delayed for Massive Redesign: Will Christmas Ever Be the Same?
9:30AM Gizmodo US Edition | The six of you who have been following Gizmondo know that a new version was promised for this Christmas season. But surprise, surprise: it’s been delayed due to economic instability and general crappiness. More »
Software
Official Nvidia Mobile GPU Drivers Available Online
7:30AM Gizmodo US Edition | Though mobile graphics drivers have historically been available only from the laptop manufacturer, Nvidia finally posted their official drivers on their site. Say goodbye to those 3rd-party hacked and often buggy drivers! More »
Gadgets
DIY Christmas Cannon is a Festive Tinsel Explosion
6:45AM Gizmodo US Edition | This DIY Christmas Cannon provides a solution to a problem I didn’t know existed: how to combine explosive firearms with the warmth, generosity, and joy of Christmas. Video after the jump. More »
Gadgets
Inflatable Dog Collar Keeps Rover Floating Without Swim Lessons
6:15AM Gizmodo US Edition | The Float-A-Pet collar is two gadgets in one: a water-sensing inflatable floaty, and an LED locator. The other dogs may make fun of him, but that’s a trade-off he’s probably willing to make. More »
Music
Samsung YP-P3 Boasts Haptic Touchscreen and Widgets
5:30AM Gizmodo US Edition | Samsung’s YP-P3 looks like a solid followup to the slick-but-limited P2 portable media player. The P3’s UI gets a huge update, along with some welcome new features. More »
Phones
Modded Mobile Phone Analyses Blood to Detect HIV, Malaria, and More
4:45AM Gizmodo US Edition | Scientists at UCLA modded an ordinary phone into a portable blood analyser that can detect diseases at a very low cost. The hack could save lives in poorer areas that can’t afford expensive equipment. More »
Games
Electronic Beer Pong Table Probably a Big Hit at the Engineering Frat House
3:30AM Gizmodo US Edition | Giz reader and beer pong enthusiast Dan Dayon constructed a beer pong table with glowing LEDs, cup sensors, and a wireless module. It’s one of the most advanced tables you could ever puke on. More »
Science
Pass Wine Through an Electric Field for Delicious, Rapid Aging
3:00AM Gizmodo US Edition | If you’re the kind of destitute scientist who drinks Franzia but has a couple of high-powered titanium electrodes lying around, you’re in luck, because a short blast of electricity can vastly improve your swill. More »
Gadgets
