Behold 'Guardians of the Galaxy' in 8-Bit Glory
If you are part of the ever-growing retro movement, the brothers Dutton (David and Henry) from CiniFix made a tribute clip of Guardians of the Galaxy in glorious 8 bit goodness that will make you want more retro gaming and less CGI/special effects in your life. Pure nostalgia gaming at its best.
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Microsoft's HoloLens Uses Unreleased Intel Atom Chip
The surprise announcement at the Microsoft event this week proved several things; Microsoft still has some tricks up its sleeve, at least one R&D department can keep a secret and the announced HoloLens will be powered by a Cherry Trail Atom chip which has yet to be released by Intel.
Cherry Trail is a successor to Intel's current set of tablet and low-end PC chips code-named Bay Trail. Cherry Trail is smaller, has more features and is faster than Bay Trail, and is able to fit within the curved contours of the HoloLens.
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Kim Dotcom Launches His Secure 'Skype Killer' MegaChat
As we all know by now, Kim Dotcom likes to keep himself in the news and since the attack on Sony several weeks ago, the rotund netster has been uncharacteristically quiet. Dotcom resurfaced this week to announce the launch of MegaChat, the newest addition to his Internet portfolio.
MegaChat is only in public beta at the moment though, and its security prowess is bound to be tested over the coming months. In terms of usability though, it's doing fine. Users simply log in via Mega.nz, create a free profile, add contacts, and then click to start a video call.
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This Battery Has Lasted 175 Years and No One Knows How
If you think that the batteries in use today can't be beat with anything created over 175 years ago, think again. The Oxford Electric Bell has been in continuous use for at least 175 years and no one has a clue as to how the battery is still functional after all of this time.
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Internet Attack Could Shut Down US Gas Stations
The Internet of Things: The next big happening in our lives is forming around us almost without notice. Along with the opportunities it will present, it will also bring the possibility of being manipulated by those who would do us harm. One such security weakness is the automated tank gauges in almost 5300 gas stations across the country that are vulnerable to remote attacks.
The vulnerability of the gauges used to monitor gasoline tanks is the latest security issue plaguing consumer and industrial devices that are increasingly being connected to the Internet. Often called the Internet of Things, connecting such technology to the wider Internet poses security risks because many of the devices were created without much thought to security.
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Microsoft Announces Office 2016, Coming 3Q15
With all of the hoopla surrounding Microsoft's announcements on Thursday mainly concerning Windows 10 and its surprise introduction of HoloLens, the announcement of the latest in the long line of Microsoft flagship cash cow software was lost in the hustle and bustle. Windows Office 16 will be released sometime in the second half of 2015, just in time to match up with Windows 10.
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FCC and Congress Jockey for Position in Net Neutrality Fight
What is shaping up to be a monumental battle over the power to regulate the Internet, the FCC and Congress are squaring off, ready to take the legal fight to the distance.
The FCC's ruling could come any time now, even as the Thune/Upton bill is making the rounds on Capitol Hill. If the ruling proposes classifying even part of the Internet under Title II, it will be met immediately with a legal challenge.
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The MPAA Isn't About Helping Hollywood Any Longer
Interesting article over at Techdirt concerning the real reason MPAA is still doing business in the name of protecting Hollywood from Internet pirates. The MPAA is a self-serving organization whose sole purpose is self-preservation and if it helps out Hollywood in the process, it's purely incidental.
"Institutions will try to preserve the problem to which they are the solution".
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Microsoft Unveils Project Spartan, the Browser After Internet Explorer
Microsoft stole the spotlight this week with its Windows 10 gathering and the multitude of new rollouts that Microsoft is developing. Spartan, the new browser made for Windows 10, is beginning to unfold right in front of us showing off the new and innovative changes in store with the totally new browser concept.
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Bud's Giant Pac-Man Is Just as Cool as It Looks in the Ad
We told you about Budweiser building a life-sized Pac-Man game for its contribution to the awsome Super Bowl commercials, well take a gander at the finished product.
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Amazon Prime For $72 Tomorrow Only
I just got an e-mail from Amazon saying that Amazon Prime will be $72 tomorrow only. That's a pretty big savings for a year of Prime which gives you free two-day shipping, Prime Music, Prime Photos, Prime Video and access to the Kindle Lending Library.
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4chan Founder 'Moot' Bids Farewell: 'This is Goodbye'
To have had so much impact on the Internet, Christopher Poole still looks like a kid that is way too young to be retiring. Better known as Moot, Poole is the founder of the website 4chan and is retiring after an 11 and a half year run as the head of the controversial site. He bid farewell to his fans and followers on a live YouTube broadcast to 40K viewers.
Poole founded the site 11 and a half years ago, when he was 15. It quickly grew into one of the internet's most influential – and chaotic – communities, spawning memes and jokes that spread far and wide.
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Google Fiber's Next Destination?
From the indications Google is sending out to cities under consideration, it appears that Google Fiber is coming to North Carolina. Interested parties in Charlotte, Raleigh and Durham have all received notifications to attend events on the 28th and 29th of January. If all three municipalities are chosen, it will be the first time Google has launched in multiple markets at the same time according to the article from DSL Reports.
A number of groups and Charlotte city officials are being invited to a Google reception that's being held on Wednesday, January 28th" and that "invites are being sent out for a simultaneous event to be held in Raleigh on the same day, and one in Durham on January 29th."
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So Long, Windows RT. We Barely Knew You
If you are one of the ones that thought Windows RT never received a fair shake, add one more slap in the face to Microsoft's red-headed stepchild, Windows RT. When the announcement was made of what applications would be receiving Windows 10 lovin', Windows RT had to settle for a nod and a pat on the head.
I can understand Microsoft's decision here: It's focusing on devices that have a larger following and not on a platform that once cost it a $900 million inventory..
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Expedia Buys Travelocity for $280 Million
The online travel industry just became a little less crowded at the top Friday with Expedia's purchase of rival Travelocity for a reported $280 Million.
"Evolving this relationship strengthens the Expedia Inc. family's ability to continue to innovate and deliver the very best travel experiences to the widest set of travelers, all over the world."
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MSI GeForce GTX 960 GAMING Video Card Review
NVIDIA is today launching a GPU aimed at the "sweet spot" of the video card market. With an unexpectedly low MSRP, we find out if the new GeForce GTX 960 has what it takes to compete with the competition. The MSI GTX 960 GAMING reviewed here today is a retail card you will be able to purchase. No reference card in this review.
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Corsair CX750 750W Power Supply Review
The Corsair CX750 is, "An ideal choice for value-conscious system builders and upgraders." So when saving a few bucks and buying a Corsair Bronze rated power supply do you still get a PSU that can deliver clean power under load? We are hoping that fewer bells and whistles does not equate to less quality in the wattage department.
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