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NFL Going Green

February 3, 2012 By demarco Leave a Comment

Many people have no idea that the NFL has been investing in eco-friendly programs for years. And this year isn’t an exception. Super Bowl XLVI will present the highly lucrative rematch between the New England Patriots and New York Giants.

Super Bowl XLVI will be powered through 15 million kilowatt hours of reusable energy, which will be provided by Green Mountain Energy Company. Green Mountain will also play there part in cutting emissions of both teams by, installing a residential photovoltaic array and planting around 1,700 trees in urban parts of Indianapolis.

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National Geographic: Live Augmented Reality

February 1, 2012 By InterestingSomethings Leave a Comment

National Geographic is currently doing a road show touring shopping malls in Hungary right now. They set up an augmented reality installation that lets anybody interact with the type of wildlife they would find on the National Geographic channel, from dolphins and dinosaurs to leopards, spacemen and lots more.

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Cufflinks + USB = Wifi

January 23, 2012 By Jordan H

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Wikipedia to Blackout Wednesday

January 17, 2012 By Clarissa Dolphin

Wikipedia will lead the protest against the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA) tomorrow.

The online encyclopedia is putting its services on lockdown, making English language webpages inaccessible for one full day.

SOPA and PIPA are bills intent on eradicating online piracy and copyright infringement. The ordinances would grant the US government with the right to ban any foreign website it deems nefarious.

Wikipedia will be joined by leading websites Reddit and Boing Boing in solidarity against the proposed legislation. These companies have been vociferous about their bitter opposition to the SOPA and PIPA bills. They claim that if these acts become law, the government may erroneously terminate legitimate websites and impede free speech, creating the potential to stunt online commerce.

Senators who penned SOPA and PIPA argue that the acts will protect trade. They contend that Internet pirates devalue intellectual property, thereby endangering jobs in the creative industries.

The Obama Administration is not a fan of the current verbiage.

“[The White House will] not support legislation that reduces freedom of expression, increases cybersecurity risk or undermines the dynamic, innovative global Internet,” officials released in a statement over the weekend.

SOPA and PIPA are currently being reviewed in the House of Representatives.

Twitter and Facebook will remain active tomorrow.

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Samsung’s Transparent Smart Window (video)

January 16, 2012 By bdatsimple

Awesome.

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Ursula Moves Into Her Lair at Disney California Adventure Park (video)

December 29, 2011 By bdatsimple

This is one of my favorite villains ever. Disney made her look super real for the park, watch the process!

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INFINITE USB

December 28, 2011 By bdatsimple

I think we all have began to find a shortage of USB ports on our computers now a days at some point or another. I love this concept and hope to see it being used in the future, but I still have only been able to find information on it as a design project. via

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Steve Jobs – Billion Dollar Hippy (BBC Documentary)

December 19, 2011 By bdatsimple

to watch full doc [Read more...]

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Cadillac User Experience Technology | CUE

December 7, 2011 By bdatsimple

Introducing CUE, a comprehensive in-vehicle experience that merges intuitive interior design with unparalleled levels of customized in-vehicle connectivity. CUE will debut in 2012 in the Cadillac XTS and ATS luxury sedans and SRX luxury crossover.

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KIKKERLAND Grass Charging Station

November 23, 2011 By bdatsimple

Modern conveniences do have their draw backs. Take our mobile devices for example. With each cellphone, music players, Bluetooth earpiece, and etc… comes with a power cord. Soon, you will find yourself rummaging through a dozen or so cables, cords, and the likes. Solve the unsightly dilemma with a simple solution by KIKKERLAND and its Grass Charging Station. No complicate conductive recharge system here. Just coil up all the loose cords and hide them in the “plant potter”. The artificial turf above it holds up the device for ease of access. Its also a great conversation starter during holiday parties. Available in regular and mini sizes at KIKKERLAND‘s online store.via for pics [Read more...]

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Limited edition ‘Ancient Gold’ Zikmu speakers by Philippe Starck

November 17, 2011 By Sparks

Parrot’s Zikmu wireless speakers designed by Phillipe Starck have always enjoyed a colorful makeover owing to the creative brains behind it. After donning different shades from black, green and bright red to graffiti-themed version designed in collaboration with the artist Jean-François Claes, this festive season it’s all about exclusivity. The company has this time given the Midas touch to its latest limited edition ‘Ancient Gold’ Zikmu speakers. The ‘Ancient Gold’ is the glittering edition of the Zikmu which is one of the most impressive wireless speakers in the market that money can buy. Only 20 of these completely handmade set of speakers will be made for the whole world, including three units for Dubai.

The Zikmu has both looks and features to match, including the latest Wi-Fi technology to stream your favorite music from your gadgets, incredible 360° surround sound irrespective of your room’s size and the position of the speakers. The basses which are intelligently placed in the feet of speakers do its reputation no harm and are majorly responsible for the amazing depth of sound that you get from these ultra exclusive sound pieces. The speakers are compatible with all audio formats and feature equaliser with presets RF remote control. The ‘Ancient Gold’ Zikmu will be offered for approx. $2,200.

Via: Ronrobinson/ Khaleej Times

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Megaphone For iPhone

November 15, 2011 By bdatsimple

Made out of ceramic by the design studio En&is. No wires required…

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Google Resume Writer

November 14, 2011 By bdatsimple

So Google has a somewhat automated resume writer

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PETMAN: the anthropomorphic robot from Boston Dynamics

November 7, 2011 By bdatsimple

PETMAN is an anthropomorphic robot developed by Boston Dynamics for testing special clothing used by US military personnel. PETMAN balances itself as it walks, squats and does calisthenics. PETMAN simulates human physiology by controlling temperature, humidity and sweating inside the clothing to provide realistic test conditions. PETMAN development is lead by Boston Dynamics, working in partnership with Measurement Technologies Northwest, Oak Ridge National Lab and MRIGlobal. The work is being done for the DoD CBDP.

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Google’s “Do a barrel roll”

November 4, 2011 By bdatsimple

Google “do a barrel roll” without the quotes (or if you’re that lazy, just click here).

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RECYCLED LIGHTBULB VASE

October 29, 2011 By bdatsimple

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Designed by Natalia Hojman and Angeles Estrada Vigil, the Potus Pot repurposes a burnt-out light bulb into a new place for plant life. Each beautiful recycled planter comes complete with a simple OSB base and packaging reused from the original light bulb.

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360-degree spherical ball camera

October 17, 2011 By bdatsimple

Want your own portable Google Maps camera module? Check out this 360-degree camera ball called The Ball Camera. Peep out how it works…crazy. [Read more...]

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Complex Presents: The Steve Jobs Soundboard

October 6, 2011 By Sparks

Article via COMPLEX
For legions of Apple fans, today, October 4, 2011, is bittersweet. At a press conference in Cupertino, Calif., the highly anticipated latest iPhone model will be unveiled. Only the man on stage will not be Steve Jobs wearing his trademark black mock turtleneck, stonewashed jeans, and wire framed glasses. Instead, Tim Cook, the newly minted CEO of the company Jobs co-founded 35 years ago, will assume the roll as the face of Apple, Inc.

Though we’re sure Tim Cook is going to do fine as the head guy in charge, we would be lying through our keys if we said we were not saddened by the reality that Steve Jobs, who resigned from Apple at the end of August, may never again give another of his famous keynote speeches. As you know, Jobs is as much a part of Apple as the Macintosh or the iPod or the iPhone. Watching him introduce a new product was almost as great as the gadget itself. It’s with that in mind that we decided to compile some of our favorite Steve Jobs moments and quotes—both scathing and inspirational—and create The Steve Jobs Soundboard. Enjoy.

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