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Dracula, The Mummy and six other horror classics coming in a Blu-ray set October...

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 03:00 PM PDT

Dracula, The Mummy and six other horror classics coming in a Blu-ray set October 2nd (video)


Dracula, The Mummy and six other horror classics coming in a Blu-ray set October 2nd (video)
Universal Classic Monsters: The Essential Collection will arrive on shelves October 2nd, and pack eight classic horror movies, all restored so they can be seen in the highest quality possible. Among the releases is Creature from the Black Lagoon restored for Blu-ray 3D (yes, like Dial M for Murder it was originally shot and released in 3D back in 1954), as well as Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy, The Invisible Man, Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man and Phantom of the Opera. This is all a part of the ongoing Universal centennial celebration that's seeing its vaults unleash many of our favorites for the first time in high definition. After the break you can check out a featurette detailing the process undertaken to prep Dracula for Blu-ray release, as well as a press release with details on all of the flicks and which extras are included for each movie. Of course, the downside of a pack like this is that it's pricey -- the MSRP is $160, but it's available for preorder on Amazon currently priced at $112.Continue reading Dracula, The Mummy and six other horror classics coming in a Blu-ray set October 2nd (video)Dracula, The Mummy and six other horror classics coming in a Blu-ray set October 2nd (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 17:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Amazon | Email this | Comments

Switched On: The Netbook Legacy

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 03:00 PM PDT

Switched On: The Netbook Legacy


Switched On: The Netbook Legacy
Each week Ross Rubin contributes Switched On, a column about consumer technology. In describing Toshiba's decision to exit the U.S. netbook market, Engadget eulogized that it was "a sad day for those who like their computers tiny." Toshiba, a pioneer in the ultraportable market with the Libretto and Portege, produced what were among the best-regarded netbooks despite entering the market late. Indeed, even with the many aspersions cast upon netbooks by one-time friends (such as Dell and Toshiba) and perennial foes (such as Apple) alike, the accelerating exit of netbooks will leave a void in the marketplace. Many consumers saw the value of a 10-inch device with an integrated keyboard that can run Windows apps, available new in some configurations for $250 or less. And yet, even as major PC companies flee the field, accessory makers such as Logitech and Zagg, as well as overfunded Kickstarter projects such as Brydge or Incase's Origami case, present new ways to unite the iPad with its most conspicuous missing component: the keyboard. It seems incongruous that a 10-inch netbook is undesirable whereas a 10-inch tablet paired with a keyboard for which it is not optimized is. And most keyboards for the iPad use Bluetooth, the use of which is verboten on flights (even as WiFi has been approved).Continue reading Switched On: The Netbook LegacySwitched On: The Netbook Legacy originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 17:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE Review: Solid Little Phone, Awfully Big Name

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 03:00 PM PDT

HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE Review: Solid Little Phone, Awfully Big Name


HTC Droid Incredible 4G LTE Review: Solid Little Phone, Awfully Big Name
Does bigger always mean better? It depends on who you ask of course, but more than a few major smartphone manufacturers would probably say yes. Even the notorious hold-outs at Apple are rumored to be working on something a bit larger than their usual — in short, the race to be the biggest doesn't show any signs of letting up. In a market where big smartphones reign supreme though, Verizon and HTC seem to think that a smaller device can still captivate some jaded consumers. As a result they've put together the Droid Incredible 4G LTE, a poorly named device that manages to squeeze a surprising amount of power into a relatively small frame.

Living in sprawl can cost you up to $10,000 extra a year

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 02:27 PM PDT

Living in sprawl can cost you up to $10,000 extra a year


Living in sprawl can cost you up to $10,000 extra a year
Filed under: Green Culture, Transportation Alternatives, Legislation and Policy, North America, USA Yes, we already knew that living in a home that's far away from work or from city services can be costly because of transportation costs. Now, we have a slightly better idea of how costly. Better Cities, an Ithica, New York-based advocate for growth of mixed-use and more urban communities, commissioned the Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) to do a study on the cost of sprawl in 20 U.S. metropolitan areas. CNT found that the difference in transportation costs can be as high as $10,000 a year, and those costs are rising with gas prices. Urban neighborhood dwellers spent about $1,400 a year more on transportation than they did a decade ago, while suburban folks spent about $4,000 a year more. As for specific cities, New York City dwellers near transportation lines spend about $5,000 a year on transportation, the lowest in the U.S., while those who lived in the suburbs of Olympia, Washington, spend almost $18,000 a year, according to the study.Living in sprawl can cost you up to $10,000 extra a year originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 16:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Alt-week 7.8.2012: Solar flares, trapping dark matter, and life-sized Lego trees

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 01:53 PM PDT

Alt-week 7.8.2012: Solar flares, trapping dark matter, and life-sized Lego trees


Alt-week 7.8.2012: Solar flares, trapping dark matter, and life-sized Lego trees
Alt-week peels back the covers on some of the more curious sci-tech stories from the last seven days. This week we swing by some superhero news, look at how solar panels might shape up in the future, explore a Lego forest and see how to grab dark matter just using some household gold and strands of DNA. Not only that, we discover how the sun likes to celebrate the fourth of July with its own firework display. This is alt / weekContinue reading Alt-week 7.8.2012: Solar flares, trapping dark matter, and life-sized Lego treesAlt-week 7.8.2012: Solar flares, trapping dark matter, and life-sized Lego trees originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 16:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Technabob, Space, PhysOrg, Wired, Wired (2), Lego Festival | Email this | Comments

Roskva electric motorcycle revealed in Norway with carbon fiber chassis and clothes

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 12:44 PM PDT

Roskva electric motorcycle revealed in Norway with carbon fiber chassis and clothes


Roskva electric motorcycle revealed in Norway with carbon fiber chassis and clothes
The choices in the electric motorcycle market just keep getting juicier, and while you'll still have to stick with the more established brands like Brammo, Zero or BRD if you're looking to make a purchase, a hot new prototype has just been unveiled that threatens to make them all look a little bit... pedestrian. It's called the Roskva from a team of five students at the University of Life Sciences (UMB) in Oslo, Norway. Like a MotoGP bike it has an all carbon fiber frame that weighs less than 25kg and is wrapped in carbon bodywork and even rolls on carbon wheels. A 94HP motor provides the oomph and delivers a top speed of about 112MPH, with a maximum range of 62 miles. No word on when or if the thing might make it into actual production, but we can say for sure that there's a second picture of the thing just waiting for you right after the break, still in that same garage that is far, far neater than ours.Continue reading Roskva electric motorcycle revealed in Norway with carbon fiber chassis and clothesRoskva electric motorcycle revealed in Norway with carbon fiber chassis and clothes originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 15:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Roskva | Email this | Comments

The Avengers Initiative Second Screen app goes live on iTunes in time for Comic-Con

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 10:58 AM PDT

The Avengers Initiative Second Screen app goes live on iTunes in time for Comic-Con


The Avengers Initiative Second Screen app goes live on iTunes in time for Comic-Con
As promised, Marvel and Disney have delivered The Avengers Initiative: A Marvel Second Screen App for iPhone and iPad ahead of Marvel's The Avengers Blu-ray release September 25th. While much of the content will be released over time between now and then, it already has some character profiles and animated special effects deconstructions for users to paw through, as well as an Item 47 game for Comic-Con attendees. There's a list of features after the break, or you can hit iTunes for the free app right now -- if you prefer a Flash experience for PCs or other devices, it should be available at MarvelSecondScreen.com (currently redirecting to the Marvel site) once it goes live.Continue reading The Avengers Initiative Second Screen app goes live on iTunes in time for Comic-ConThe Avengers Initiative Second Screen app goes live on iTunes in time for Comic-Con originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 13:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | iTunes, Marvel Second Screen | Email this | Comments

Timbuk2 Power Commute and Power Q bags will juice your tech from here to...

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 08:41 AM PDT

Timbuk2 Power Commute and Power Q bags will juice your tech from here to...


Timbuk2 Power Commute and Power Q bags will juice your tech from here to...
Whether it's a tropical vision quest, or a summer jaunt in Europe, the well-traveled gadgeteer faces one eternal scourge -- power. Timbuk2 hears this, and has partnered with Joey Energy to bring you two new travel bags (the Power Commute and Power Q) with internal chargers. Okay, you don't need to have the crunch of sand underfoot to benefit from one of these, in fact, dashing across town will also be a much more liberated affair, knowing that you don't need benevolent weather, or have to pack a dedicated device. The power supply has been designed to deal with the rough and tumble of the outside world, and claims to power pretty much anything that charges over USB. The Joey T1 claims to be able to provide about two full mobile charges, and both of the new bags come laden with all the tech-hiding covey holes you'd expect, costing $199 when they launch in October.Continue reading Timbuk2 Power Commute and Power Q bags will juice your tech from here to...Timbuk2 Power Commute and Power Q bags will juice your tech from here to... originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 11:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink GizMag | | Email this | Comments

Volt vehicle line director Posawatz retires from GM

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 06:25 AM PDT

Volt vehicle line director Posawatz retires from GM


Volt vehicle line director Posawatz retires from GM
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Chevrolet, GM, North America, USA Tony Posawatz, the longtime General Motors executive who became vehicle line director of the Chevrolet Volt extended-range plug-in, retired from the U.S. automaker after more than a quarter-century with the company, Green Car Reports reported. Posawatz was appointed to the position in March 2006 and was often the public face of GM's effort to develop its first production plug-in. He is reportedly stepping down to spend more time with his family. Posawatz began working for GM in 1980, and the company put him though Dartmouth's Tuck Business School. He had worked on developing both full-size trucks and mid-size passenger vehicles for GM before moving on to the Volt. Sales for the plug-in have picked up momentum in recent months - the model tripled its June sales from a year earlier and has moved 8,817 units through the first six months of the year, which is more than GM sold all of last year. As of late Thursday, Posawatz was still listed on the executive committee for the Electric Drive Transportation Association.Volt vehicle line director Posawatz retires from GM originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 08:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

The 20 Best iOS And Android Apps Of 2012 (So Far)

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 06:25 AM PDT

The 20 Best iOS And Android Apps Of 2012 (So Far)


The 20 Best iOS And Android Apps Of 2012 (So Far)
Halfway into 2012, there are now more than 1.2 million mobile applications available to download to iOS and Android devices. With so many options literally at our fingertips – including dozens of worthy titles introduced to us each day – the task of compiling a mid-year "best of" list of new apps is more challenging (and enjoyable) than ever. Out of the hundreds (if not thousands) of titles worthy of inclusion, our favorite 20 iOS and Android apps released so far in 2012 can do everything from appraise the value of a home merely by taking its picture, to supplying users with loyalty schwag merely for checking-in to their favorite TV shows. We also salute a highly anticipated game sequel that somehow catapulted beyond its otherworldly hype.

Toyota sends out free Entune upgrade, adds three apps and voice control

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 05:16 AM PDT

Toyota sends out free Entune upgrade, adds three apps and voice control


Toyota sends out free Entune upgrade, adds three apps and voice control
Got a Toyota with Entune? Then keep an eye on your mailbox. We're getting word that a free upgrade has started to be sent out to customers. The refresh adds some of the apps we first heard about back in January last year: iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com and OpenTable. As well as being able to enjoy more radio, book movie tickets and restaurant tables, a new voice recognition update means you can do even more while keeping your eyes on the road. Toyota says that it'll be upgrading most models, if you want to know for sure, tap up the more coverage link for the breakdown. [Thanks, Nate]Toyota sends out free Entune upgrade, adds three apps and voice control originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 08:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Toyota | Email this | Comments

8 Ways Mobile Developers Can Make The Most Money On Their Apps

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 03:00 AM PDT

8 Ways Mobile Developers Can Make The Most Money On Their Apps


8 Ways Mobile Developers Can Make The Most Money On Their Apps
Have a mobile app? Wondering if advertising can help you make money from that app? Here are eight must-know tips to help you turn mobile app inventory into dollars. 1. It takes customers to make money While this is a piece about monetizing apps, the amount of money you can generate from an app is highly dependent upon the number of users you have. Once apps achieve popularity, their success spirals. In order to reach critical user adoption levels, engage in user acquisition best practices, from cross-promotion to viral distribution, and from PR to paid in-app advertising. Try multiple channels to see what works for you, and stick to vendors who allow you to pay based on the performance metrics that are relevant for your unique business needs. For example, don't pay for clicks if what you really care about is installs.

Drayson Racing's B12/69EV sets new Goodwood record, electric cars move further u...

Posted: 08 Jul 2012 01:53 AM PDT

Drayson Racing's B12/69EV sets new Goodwood record, electric cars move further up the grid


Drayson Racing's B12/69EV sets new Goodwood record, electric cars move further up the grid
Speed and cars go together like jam and sandwiches. Relatively speaking, electric vehicles, have still been slicing the loaf, while their fossil-fueled cousins slather on the thick, fruity speed. Things are changing though, as eloquently demonstrated by Drayson Racing at this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed. The EV set a new race record for an electric machine, coming in at 53.91 seconds on its second run. So, while the 850 horsepower B12/69EV came 11th overall, it does show that the capabilities of the emission-less engines are making ground. With the recent record at the Nürburgring also tumbling, perhaps it's time to reassess your motoring lunch bag.Continue reading Drayson Racing's B12/69EV sets new Goodwood record, electric cars move further up the gridDrayson Racing's B12/69EV sets new Goodwood record, electric cars move further up the grid originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 04:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Inhabitat | Drayson Racing | Email this | Comments

RIM marks three billion BlackBerry app downloads, wants to set the record straig...

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 11:01 PM PDT

RIM marks three billion BlackBerry app downloads, wants to set the record straight about App World


RIM marks three billion BlackBerry app downloads, wants to set the record straight about App World
Not all of the numbers are bad around RIM headquarters. The company's celebrating the big three billion -- that's the number of app downloads it's seen since the launch of App World. According to RIM, that number amounts to 2.5 million downloads a day -- certainly nothing to sneeze at. Naturally, Research in Motion is using the opportunity to do some "myth busting," regarding the perceived lack of selection for BlackBerry handsets and the PlayBook tablet. At present, there are 90,000 apps "up for sale" through the mobile app market.RIM marks three billion BlackBerry app downloads, wants to set the record straight about App World originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 08 Jul 2012 01:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Mobile Syrup | Inside BlackBerry | Email this | Comments

Ask Engadget: Best sub-$310 power-efficient HTPC for a caravan?

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 08:06 PM PDT

Ask Engadget: Best sub-$310 power-efficient HTPC for a caravan?


Ask Engadget: Best sub-$310 power-efficient HTPC for a caravan?
We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's Ask Engadget inquiry is coming to us from Is from Martin, who is looking for a hyper-efficient media streamer for his retro caravan. If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com. "My partner and I are renovating a small '70s caravan and would like a power-efficient media center/PC purely to watch our library of movies and TV shows. We're in Australia, so getting hold of kit like the Raspberry Pi would be difficult, we're looking for something that's equally power efficient, even up to $300 AUD (around $310 USD). Cheers!"" That's this week's challenge, Engadgeteers -- do you feel up for it? Can you help our southern hemisphere friends find a power-efficient HTPC for under $310 that won't drain a retro-caravan's batteries? Can we help these people turn the temporary home into a rockin' media-streamin' paradise? Hit us up in the comments if you've got some expertise to share.Ask Engadget: Best sub-$310 power-efficient HTPC for a caravan? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Jul 2012 22:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Mobile Miscellany: week of July 2nd, 2012

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 06:24 PM PDT

Mobile Miscellany: week of July 2nd, 2012


Mobile Miscellany: week of July 2nd, 2012
Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you're like us and really want to know what's going on, then you've come to the right place. This past week, the HTC One V marked its debut at US Cellular and Verizon announced a dumb phone with a surprisingly handy feature. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the "best of the rest" for this week of July 2nd, 2012.Continue reading Mobile Miscellany: week of July 2nd, 2012Mobile Miscellany: week of July 2nd, 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Jul 2012 21:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Foxconn fanless nano PCs get priced, dated and tweaked

Posted: 07 Jul 2012 04:07 PM PDT

Foxconn fanless nano PCs get priced, dated and tweaked


Foxconn fanless nano PCs get priced, dated and tweaked
Remember those Foxconn built nano PCs that surfaced back in May? The Shenzhen-based manufacturer recently made them official, detailing a few unexpected tweaks in a Russian language press release. Now decked out in a sleek black finish, the nettops will sport the same I/O, but one image courtesy of FanlessTech hints that DVI might be thrown into the mix despite lacking a mention in the official press release. The AT-5250 model won't be walking the Cedar Trail with an Atom D2700 as originally planned -- instead, its sights are set on a 1.86 GHz D2550. On the other hand, the AT-5600 will pack a Radeon HD 6320 alongside the anticipated AMD E450 APU. Surpassing their presumed sub-$200 price tag, they're set to ring up at $260 and $280, respectively, when they launch this September. Journey past the break for the translated press release.Continue reading Foxconn fanless nano PCs get priced, dated and tweakedFoxconn fanless nano PCs get priced, dated and tweaked originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 07 Jul 2012 18:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink FanlessTech | Foxconn (translated) | Email this | Comments