Monday, July 27, 2009 - Page 2
Software

Android Donut Might Not Have Multitouch After All

We thought Android Donut sounded a bit too good to be true yesterday when we saw the latest code, and today that educated guess appears to be correct. According to one Android developer, multitouch is not in the cards.


Gadgets

Inside U2′s Behemoth 74-Ton LED Concert Screen

Love them or hate them, there’s no denying U2 has a knack for bending light to its will. Their latest creation is no different. At 74 tons, it’s an epic, morphing LED centerpiece for an already technology-heavy concert tour.


Science

Declassified Russian UFO Files More Abyss Than Close Encounters

Traditional conspiracy theorists would have you believe classified military UFO reports are all about flying saucers and little green men. Truth is, at least in Russia, the aliens had a penchant for aquatic locales—not space.


Entertainment

I’m A Mac, And I Prevent Spontaneous Cephalopod Attacks

I simply don’t get the humour. Has the cartoonist even met an aggressive monitor-spawned cephalopod before? [Doghouse]


Cars

DIY Motorcycle Seat Grants Great Posture At The Expense Of Dignity

The rider undoubtedly has the best, straightest posture in the whole biker gang. Plus, it really hugs the body close on those tight corners. Next project: Motorcycle stadium seating. [There I Fixed It]


Question Of The Day: Widescreen Or Tallscreen?

Apple’s successful iPhone 3GS launch might mean a new video format takes over the YouTubes of the world in the near future. They’re calling it “tallscreen,” and I wanted to know if you gave a hoot or not.


Gadgets

“Popcorn Sorter” Eliminates Un-Popped Kernels Using, Um… Vibration?

“Honey, I’m amazed that we never have any un-popped kernels. How do you do it each and every time?!” “Well, it’s simple, honey, really. I just use this special bowl I made a few weeks ago. And your vibrator.”


Specter Of Deadly A.I. Looms In Wake Of Invite-Only Asilomar Conf

Science fiction is great fun, but should we really be quaking in our boots over dangerous A.I. anytime soon? A growing number of scientists say yes, and the results of their February discussion at Asilomar are finally being made public.


Software

A Brief Sunday Aside Featuring Me Directing You To The Best IMs

My love affair with Lifehacker’s Sunday lists continues today as I bring you word of the five best Instant Messenger clients currently available for your pinging pleasure. And I agree with them: I really don’t know how I grew up in the 90s without this invaluable tool. Sheer willpower, I suppose. [Lifehacker]


Panasonic TC-P54V10 Reviewed: Worthy Successor To Pioneer KURO

When the lauded Pioneer KURO plasmas went off-air in May, many mourned the loss of what was arguably one of the world’s best HDTVs. With the launch of the Panasonic TC-P54V10, however, a worthy successor has apparently emerged.