Cute Animals Using Smartphones
We’re usually not in the “cute business” here at [GAS], but since this is cool and funny in so many ways, we just had to post it. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Monthly Archives: February 2009
Lunascape5 releases beta version of multi-engine browser
By Sterling “Chip” Camden Contributing Writer, [GAS] Justin James alerted me to the beta release of Lunascape5 Genesis, the three-headed browser from Japan whose alpha version I reviewed back in November. One of the concerns I had at that time was if you intend to use Lunascape for cross-browser testing, you should be aware that [...]
The Ultimate Reboot: Taking Evolution to Version 2.0
Even as banks topple, Juan Enriquez says the big reboot is yet to come. But don’t look for it on your ballot — or in the stock exchange. It’ll come from science labs, and it promises keener bodies and minds. In just a generation or two, kids are going to be very different from what [...]
Multi-Touch Air Hockey Table
What you see above is a 103-inch Panasonic plasma display transformed into a multi-touch air hockey table, thanks to Uicentric’s U-Touch overlay technology. The table was featured a few weeks ago at ISE 2009 in Amsterdam
Wednesday Geeky Pics: Mario, Mario, Mario
By Casey Lynn Contributing Writer, [GAS] After spending so much time yesterday listening to the Super Mario theme, I was inspired to dig up some more Mario for this week’s geeky pics post. So here’s some creative representations of the plumber himself in all shapes and sizes. Sexy Mario (and friends)
Kevin Mitnick warns Obama’s Blackberry still hackable
By Johnny Daniels Contributing Writer, [GAS] While President Obama is going around thinking that his sparkling, very expensive new smart phone is secure and hacker-proof, convicted hacker Kevin Mitnick has some bad news for him – it’s not secure at all. Mitnick, who spent nearly 5 years in prison for hacking offences, told Fox News [...]
Heath Ledger fans campaign for the Joker to be retired
By Johnny Daniels Contributing Writer, [GAS] When Heath Ledger died his untimely death, it was a tragedy to be sure. But his fans think that his performance as the Joker was so good that no actor can do it better. So they want Hollywood to “retire” the Joker character to ensure that no-one plays the [...]
Feature: Audio Modulated Thunder Music Pleases Thor
By Brian Boyko Contributing Writer, [GAS] You’ve probably seen something like this before, but never this well. ArcAttack uses two eight foot Tesla coils and a robotic percussion band in order to play music. In addition to the interview with one of the ArcAttack members, John DiPrima, that we’ve conducted for our series on crazy [...]
Woman who misses flight goes absolutely nuts
By Johnny Daniels Contributing Writer, [GAS] The woman in the following video missed her flight to San Francisco from Hong Kong airport. Rather than calmly accepting her situation and booking herself onto the next available flight, she decided to go all Kamikaze on everyone. In the process, she became a YouTube sensation. She was later allowed onto [...]
Mario Eight Ways
By Casey Lynn Contributing Writer, [GAS] The Super Mario Brothers theme song is one of those iconic melodies that most people probably recognize even if they’ve never played the game. It’s fun to hear, fun to play, and makes a pretty good ringtone. I’ve scoured YouTube for the most creative homemade versions of the song, [...]
The Size of the Universe: Really, Really Big
Hmmm, where’s the alien who plays marbles with us? I think they forgot that part!
Nevada casinos alerted to card-counting iPhone app
The business model for casinos always includes the simple idea that in general, gamblers will lose more than they win. Every game is constructed to fulfill that expectation, while still allowing enough winnings to keep hopeful gamblers interested. Any factor that alters those odds, therefore, threatens the casino business. It isn’t illegal to count cards [...]
