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Switched On: For OUYA, it's game on

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 02:53 PM PDT

Switched On: For OUYA, it's game on


Switched On: For OUYA, it's game on
Each week Ross Rubin contributes Switched On, a column about consumer technology. In discussing the varied routes Android has taken to the television, Switched On recently touched on OUYA, the cuboid game console that will run free-to-play Android games. The project has surpassed the $5.5 million mark on Kickstarter and it will likely break the Pebble smartwatch's record for overall funds collected just like it broke the record for funds collected in the first day.Continue reading Switched On: For OUYA, it's game onFiled under: GamingSwitched On: For OUYA, it's game on originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 17:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Defcon 20 visitors get their own 'pirate' cellular network in Ninja Tel, exclusi...

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 01:03 PM PDT

Defcon 20 visitors get their own 'pirate' cellular network in Ninja Tel, exclusive One V to match


Defcon 20 visitors get their own 'pirate' cellular network in Ninja Tel, exclusive One V to match
The annual Defcon hacking meetup produces its share of unique creations. You know you're in for something special when even your entrance badge is an adventure. Defcon 20 might be winding to a close, but about 650 guests may just have the fondest memory of all: access to a private, ad hoc GSM carrier from Ninja Networks. While the collective's Ninja Tel is really an invitation to a party at the Rio Hotel, where the lone cell site operates out of a van, it lets the privileged few call and text each other to their hearts' content over cellular and WiFi. The network operators can unsurprisingly eavesdrop on any of the completely unencrypted calls -- this is a hacker's convention, after all -- but we don't think guests mind after getting an equally rare, customized HTC One V for free to make the calls in question. The Android 4.0 phone gets unique perks like triggering a nearby vending machine with Qualcomm's AllJoyn or making apps on the spot through Google's Integrated Development Environment. Owners can even reflash the One V to hop on AT&T or T-Mobile afterwards. Just don't expect to see Ninja Tel popping up in your hometown anytime soon; when Defcon shuts its doors, the cellular network shuts down.Filed under: Cellphones, WirelessDefcon 20 visitors get their own 'pirate' cellular network in Ninja Tel, exclusive One V to match originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 15:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Wall Street Journal | Email this | Comments

21 Staging tips for selling your home fast

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 11:14 AM PDT

21 Staging tips for selling your home fast


21 Staging tips for selling your home fast
Successful staging is key to selling your home quickly and at the best price. From cleaning to styling, these tips can help.

Next-gen iPhone parts purportedly leak again, get assembled sans innards

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 11:14 AM PDT

Next-gen iPhone parts purportedly leak again, get assembled sans innards


Next-gen iPhone parts purportedly leak again, get assembled sans innards
Ready for another supposed look at the next-gen Apple iPhone? Matching up with previous leaks we've reported on, the elongated iPhone body with a miniaturized docking port and brushed metal back has appeared again, this time courtesy of iLab Factory. While many of its parts look astoundingly similar to what we've already seen, this is the first time we've gotten a solid look at it fully assembled from all angles -- well, aside from the missing SIM card holder. While most of its all-important innards are clearly absent, this assembly does come complete with what appears to be the locking ribbons for the screen and home button. As always, grab the obligatory spoonful of sodium chloride, then check it out for yourself at the gallery and links below. Gallery: Assembled next-gen iPhone?Filed under: CellphonesNext-gen iPhone parts purportedly leak again, get assembled sans innards originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 13:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink 9to5Mac | iLab Factory | Email this | Comments

How to build the perfect hot dog

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 10:26 AM PDT

How to build the perfect hot dog


How to build the perfect hot dog
Creating the perfect hot dog is about more than just cooking it.

IRL: Kiboko 22L+ backpack, Corsair Vengeance K90 keyboard and the Galaxy Nexus H...

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 09:45 AM PDT

IRL: Kiboko 22L+ backpack, Corsair Vengeance K90 keyboard and the Galaxy Nexus HSPA+ with Jelly Bean


IRL: Kiboko 22L+ backpack, Corsair Vengeance K90 keyboard and the Galaxy Nexus HSPA+ with Jelly Bean
Welcome to IRL, an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we're using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment. After some camera-heavy IRLs lately, this week's edition is more of a mixed bag. Darren tests out a camera backpack big enough to carry his D3S and D3200, Sean buys Corsair K90 keyboard for his homemade gaming rig and Edgar makes the jump from iPhone owner to proud Jelly Bean user.Continue reading IRL: Kiboko 22L+ backpack, Corsair Vengeance K90 keyboard and the Galaxy Nexus HSPA+ with Jelly BeanFiled under: Misc. GadgetsIRL: Kiboko 22L+ backpack, Corsair Vengeance K90 keyboard and the Galaxy Nexus HSPA+ with Jelly Bean originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 12:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Inhabitat's Week in Green: 3D printed boat, algae-based biofuel and a bus that d...

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 07:29 AM PDT

Inhabitat's Week in Green: 3D printed boat, algae-based biofuel and a bus that does push-ups


Inhabitat's Week in Green: 3D printed boat, algae-based biofuel and a bus that does push-ups
Each week our friends at Inhabitat recap the week's most interesting green developments and clean tech news for us -- it's the Week in Green. The Olympic flame completed its tour through the UK this week as the 2012 Summer Games officially kicked off on Friday, and all eyes have been on London ever since. All week long we've been focusing on the Olympics, beginning with an overview of London's new Olympic Park, which is headlined by the Zaha Hadid-designed Aquatics Centre, and Anish Kapoor's controversial ArcelorMittal Orbit observation tower. For a deeper look at the venues that will be on display at the Olympics over the next two weeks, check out our roundup of the top six green buildings at the Olympics. In addition to the sports stadiums, Olympics visitors will also be treated to the sights and sounds of Coca-Cola's multi-sensory Beatbox Pavilion, an interactive sound and light display that responds to touch. But the art installation that we're most excited about is the one by artist David Cerny, who retrofitted a 6-ton London double-decker bus with a gigantic pair of human arms. Best of all, the arms are motorized, enabling the bus to do push-ups.Continue reading Inhabitat's Week in Green: 3D printed boat, algae-based biofuel and a bus that does push-upsFiled under: Misc. Gadgets, Transportation, ScienceInhabitat's Week in Green: 3D printed boat, algae-based biofuel and a bus that does push-ups originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

GreenTech's low-speed MyCar may hurt electric vehicle momentum more than help

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 05:43 AM PDT

GreenTech's low-speed MyCar may hurt electric vehicle momentum more than help


GreenTech's low-speed MyCar may hurt electric vehicle momentum more than help
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Manufacturing/Plants, Legislation and Policy, NEV (Neighborhood Electric Vehicle), USA Thanks, but no thanks. That's what the ostensible electric-vehicles advocates at Plug In Cars are saying about GreenTech Automotive and its proposed MyCar neighborhood-electric vehicle. With ex-Democratic National Committee chief Terry McAuliffe as its chairman, GreenTech is more notable for its political connections than automotive expertise, and, at an expected pricetag of more than $15,000, MyCar may not find an audience, Plug In Cars said. Additionally, GreenTech, which is pitching itself as a job-builder for economically-starved Mississippi, is looking to get some of its funding from the federal government's EB-5 program, which lets overseas citizens invest $500,000 in domestic companies in exchange for quicker green-card processing, and that method is a dicey way to raise money, Plug In Cars says. The company's failure would embolden politicos who've been rallying against supporting electric-drive technology, the website says.Earlier this month, GreenTech Automotive unveiled the MyCar, garnering some press by getting visits from former President Bill Clinton (D) and state Gov. Haley Barbour (R) for the occasion. GreenTech, which is building a 300,000-square-foot factory in addition to its 376,000-square-foot Mississippi plant, estimated that MyCar would sell for about $15,000, with a government-regulated top speed of 25 miles per hour and a single-charge range of about 115 miles.GreenTech's low-speed MyCar may hurt electric vehicle momentum more than help originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 08:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

CyanogenMod 10 preview build now available for Verizon's Galaxy Nexus

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 05:04 AM PDT

CyanogenMod 10 preview build now available for Verizon's Galaxy Nexus


CyanogenMod 10 preview build now available for Verizon's Galaxy Nexus
We know it didn't take much time for the Tenth iteration of that CM greatness to reach Google's popular Nexus 7 and Samsung's most colossal Galaxy handset on the block, but one other Android big shot was still yet to join the "preview build" bash. The marvelous news is Verizon Galaxy Nexus owners can now also take part in the early adoption process, as CyanogenMod's Brint Kriebel has said via Mountain View's social network that CM10 for Big Red's GNex is out and up for grabs. That said, he's let it be known the goods aren't exactly fully baked, though he has been rockin' it as his "daily driver" for about two weeks -- which, needless to say, is quite a good sign. Those interested in going a step further can hit up bekit's Google+ page, where you'll find the rest of the underlying details.Filed under: Cellphones, SoftwareCyanogenMod 10 preview build now available for Verizon's Galaxy Nexus originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 07:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Droid Life | Brint Kriebel (Google+) | Email this | Comments

Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air soundbar further befits its moniker with custom speaker...

Posted: 29 Jul 2012 02:13 AM PDT

Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air soundbar further befits its moniker with custom speaker grilles


Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air soundbar further befits its moniker with custom speaker grilles
Remember Klipsch's $500 Gallery G-17 Air soundbar that wowed our ears last holiday season? If you weren't fond of the AirPlay-enabled rig's piano-black finish, you might be pleased to know that the company is ready to let you spice it up visually. If you'll recall, the unit features a removeable magnetic speaker grill, which can now be customized to your heart's desire -- provided you've got another 25 bucks, a 300 DPI image file and four weeks of waiting time to spare. Naturally, we're partial to seeing it affixed with the Engadget white and blue, but feel free to give it a go with your something of your own favor at the source link below.Continue reading Klipsch Gallery G-17 Air soundbar further befits its moniker with custom speaker grillesFiled under: Home EntertainmentKlipsch Gallery G-17 Air soundbar further befits its moniker with custom speaker grilles originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 04:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Klipsch | Email this | Comments

Archos Arnova GBook heads to the FCC, may have literary ambitions

Posted: 28 Jul 2012 11:12 PM PDT

Archos Arnova GBook heads to the FCC, may have literary ambitions


Archos Arnova GBook heads to the FCC, may have literary ambitions
Archos makes regular stops at the FCC. We know this. When it passes an Arnova-badged device called the GBook through the US agency, though, that piques our interest. The name immediately suggests a reading-friendly Android tablet in the vein of the Kindle Fire or Nook Tablet, but there's not much in the way of imagery and details to make a definitive judgment call. The hand-friendly small design and the 802.11n WiFi inside only fuel those suspicions, however. We don't see clues in the testing as to when the Arnova GBook might reach stores; that said, the looming back-to-school and holiday seasons may have some sway in getting the device to bookworms sooner rather than later.Filed under: Tablet PCsArchos Arnova GBook heads to the FCC, may have literary ambitions originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 Jul 2012 01:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | FCC | Email this | Comments

Ask Engadget: best case for the Samsung Galaxy S III?

Posted: 28 Jul 2012 08:48 PM PDT

Ask Engadget: best case for the Samsung Galaxy S III?


Ask Engadget: best case for the Samsung Galaxy S III?
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 Amandeep, who needs a case for his new superphone. If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com. "Hey guys, I just snagged myself a new Galaxy S III, but I'm at a loss when it comes to deciding on a case. I'm looking for something that falls between the typical silicone wrap and a full-on army grade rubber block of invincibility. It needs to provide sufficient protection from the occasional drop or two while staying relatively sleek and somewhat stylish. That said, my last phone was a Thunderbolt with an extended battery, so it's safe to say that I won't mind a bit of thickness. I've had my eye on a Shell-Gel series case from Ballistic, but I'm still in need of suggestions. Any ideas?" How about it peeps? What do you use to protect your Galaxy S III that you'd recommend to another? Constructive suggestions are always welcomed.Filed under: Cellphones, PeripheralsAsk Engadget: best case for the Samsung Galaxy S III? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Jul 2012 23:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Mobile Miscellany: week of July 23rd, 2012

Posted: 28 Jul 2012 06:57 PM PDT

Mobile Miscellany: week of July 23rd, 2012


Mobile Miscellany: week of July 23rd, 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, Nokia introduced a custom edition Lumia 610 smartphone and also released its Camera Extras app for global availability. 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 16th, 2012.Continue reading Mobile Miscellany: week of July 23rd, 2012Filed under: Cellphones, SoftwareMobile Miscellany: week of July 23rd, 2012 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Jul 2012 21:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Alt-week 7.28.12: social mathematics, Pluto's moons and humans-on-a-chip

Posted: 28 Jul 2012 05:50 PM PDT

Alt-week 7.28.12: social mathematics, Pluto's moons and humans-on-a-chip


Alt-week 7.28.12: social mathematics, Pluto's moons and humans-on-a-chip
Alt-week peels back the covers on some of the more curious sci-tech stories from the last seven days. It's a beautiful world we live in. And, while the sweet and romantic part is debatable, strange and fantastic is not. Our universe is one populated by non-planetary celestial bodies with their own non-planetary satellites, high school social heirarchies based on predictable mathematical formulas and military-funded "gut-on-a-chips." It's a weird place filled with weird stories, and we just can't get enough of it. So, what has the last seven days brought us from the fringes of science and tech? Keep reading after the break to find out. This is alt-week.Continue reading Alt-week 7.28.12: social mathematics, Pluto's moons and humans-on-a-chipFiled under: Peripherals, ScienceAlt-week 7.28.12: social mathematics, Pluto's moons and humans-on-a-chip originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Jul 2012 20:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments