Technology – Page 37

DO WANT: Ski Goggles HUD

Now if they just had an augmented reality browser, I’d never take them off. Wow, these Zeal Optics “Transcend” goggles feature built-in GPS, speed data, altitude information, temperature, and a whole lot of other stuff for $350. via Ski goggles feature head mounted display.

The stark reality of iPod’s Chinese factories | Mail Online

The Mail on Sunday has traced the incredible journey an iPod makes from conception to completion, and uncovers the harsh working conditions in the Chinese factories where iPods are made. Although it is one of America’s most prestigious brands, nearly all Apple computers and iPods are made abroad, predominantly in China. As you might expect,Continue reading “The stark reality of iPod’s Chinese factories | Mail Online”

3-D HDTV

Check it out: Panasonic.jp has 3-D HDTV now. Obviously, it’s not easy to convey the concept of 3-D TV visually without a 3-D TV. But, I really like what they did with the dolphin. The intellectual horsepower at Panasonic has obviously been shifted from marketing to engineering.

HUGE: Google Set to Make Gmail Social With Status Update Features

I wonder how this will work with enterprise GMail. Gmail is set to become Google’s next major push into social media. According to The Wall Street Journal, the popular webmail service will soon launch a new feature for sharing content and status updates with friends. [Update: We think Google might announce these features on Tuesday]Continue reading “HUGE: Google Set to Make Gmail Social With Status Update Features”

Selling Modded Cable Modems Gets You 20 Years

U.S. federal authorities arrested a 26-year-old man on Thursday for allegedly selling modified cable modems that enabled free Internet access, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Matthew Delorey of New Bedford, Mass., is charged with one count of conspiracy and one count of wire fraud. If convicted, he could face up to 20 yearsContinue reading “Selling Modded Cable Modems Gets You 20 Years”