Geek Life – Page 94 of 136

Jul 7, 2015, 12:09 PM

Planes, trains and automobiles, this video is a fun, brief look at the history of transportation

The Atlantic has a series of animated videos out, and today’s is simply delightful if you are interested in such… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 11:06 AM

From Russia with love: A guide to taking selfies

Apparently, accidents from ill-advised selfie-taking positions have become such a problem in Russia that the government has issued a campaign about… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 11:06 AM

Netflix announces premiere dates for its first four original films

Netflix’s initial push into original programming quickly established it as a worthy competitor for established content creators, thanks to hit shows like… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 10:39 AM

Now you can own a real ‘Star Trek’ Communicator

One company has likely made many a Star Trek fan’s dream come true — the Communicator is now a reality.… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 9:58 AM

Paul Allen’s Smart Catch will make it easier to eat sustainable seafood

With ocean fish populations on the serious decline, it’s tough to figure out if you are eating responsibly or are basically… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 9:33 AM

All this Seattle man wanted for his birthday was an Apple Watch, and here’s what he got

Terry Casey wanted an Apple Watch ever since the trendy wristwatch arrived on the scene a few months ago. But the retired… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 9:24 AM

The U.S. vs. Japan match of the century just might be this giant robot duel

A new battle between the U.S. and Japan is brewing, and it has absolutely nothing to do with women’s soccer.… Read More

Jul 7, 2015, 8:28 AM

Every week is shark week for Paul Allen: Microsoft co-founder to support global shark data survey

He travels around the world via the Octopus, partying and recovering wrecked warships, but Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen will support a new… Read More

Jul 6, 2015, 12:45 PM

NASA image shows massive plume of wildfire smoke headed toward Seattle

Vancouver, B.C. drew the eyes of a record 20 million viewers yesterday, as the U.S. Women’s Soccer team won the FIFA Women’s… Read More

Jul 6, 2015, 11:56 AM

Nikola Tesla predicted smartphones in 1926 like a boss

Dang, did he go there? Yep. According to a quote found by Big Think, Nikola Tesla basically describes the modern-day… Read More

Jul 6, 2015, 11:02 AM

This wearable tech claims to keep you calm, cool and collected by controlling your mood

Wearable tech promises to do many things — track your health and workouts, and even change color to match your… Read More

Jul 6, 2015, 9:59 AM

Discovery’s ‘Shark Week’ aims to put its ‘sketchy’ scientific past behind

The Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” has become a staple that thrill-seeking audiences look forward to every summer, but in recent years,… Read More

Jul 6, 2015, 9:03 AM

Solar Impulse lands in Hawaii, sets record for longest solar-powered flight

On Friday, as most Americans were getting into their Fourth of July celebrations, the Solar Impulse 2 touched down in… Read More

Jul 2, 2015, 12:17 PM

Washed up by 38? New study says it’s the ideal age to find funding for your startup

This is interesting news for those facing middle age: A new study is finding that the typical startup founder most likely to… Read More

Jul 2, 2015, 11:27 AM

In countdown to New Horizons flyby, NASA releases incredible photos of Pluto

The New Horizons probe that launched in 2006 is about to reach its destination: Pluto. In the countdown to the… Read More

Jul 2, 2015, 10:27 AM

The sneakers of the future will switch colors with a tap on your smartphone

Smart clothing and gear is one of the next great frontiers in wearable tech — and these sneakers that change color with… Read More

Jul 2, 2015, 9:47 AM

Prince takes on the Internet, pulls his music from Spotify and other streaming services

If you were powering up a bunch of your holiday weekend jams with Prince songs, you might want to check… Read More

Jul 2, 2015, 8:23 AM

Everyone older, dirtier, funnier in Netflix’s new trailer for ‘Wet Hot American Summer’

In its continued quest for worldwide domination, Netflix picked up the 2001 cult classic Wet Hot American Summer quite a… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 12:09 PM

United Airlines to test biofuel on L.A. to San Francisco route

United Airlines will become the first domestic airline to fly a regular U.S. route using alternative fuel this summer. According to the… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 11:32 AM

‘Steve Jobs,’ featuring Michael Fassbender, might be the awesome biopic we’ve been waiting for

Certainly one of the most iconic people in the history of tech, Apple’s co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs has been… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 10:59 AM

It’s Tesla vs. Dodge in this ultimate test for speed

Love fast cars and the science behind them? This Consumer Reports test is totally for you. Today, Consumer Reports posted… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 10:13 AM

Michelle Obama announces end of photo and social media ban at White House via YouTube

If you are planning a visit to the White House anytime soon, please note: Your smartphones and cameras are now… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 9:58 AM

Meet Grillo, an early warning system for earthquakes that only costs $50

In Seattle, it’s not a question of if, it’s the question of when the next big earthquake will hit. Perhaps… Read More

Jul 1, 2015, 8:54 AM

NASA reveals cool-looking prototype drone for Mars

NASA’s new drone intended to collect data on Mars has taken a page from the boomerang. NASA is preparing to… Read More

Jun 30, 2015, 11:26 AM

The Andreessens just gave $250K to support LGBT groups in tech

Here is some fantastic news to close out Pride Month: Venture capitalist Marc Andreessen and his wife philanthropist Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen are giving… Read More

Jun 30, 2015, 10:38 AM

Ask Apple’s Siri what is ‘zero divided by zero’ for her epic answer

Dang, Siri, that’s some cold s%*t. If you ask Apple’s usually chipper helper anything — closest Thai restaurant, next rest… Read More

Jun 30, 2015, 10:12 AM

Decorate in 3D with the new Rooomy app

Imagine a future where you can see how furniture looks in your space before investing in a trip to IKEA? That… Read More

Jun 30, 2015, 9:03 AM

Drone crashes into woman, knocking her unconscious at Seattle Pride Parade

Celebrating Seattle Pride at Sunday’s parade turned into a not-so-awesome day for one woman when she was knocked unconscious by a… Read More

Jun 30, 2015, 8:41 AM

Microsoft pitches Minecraft to teachers as a key tool for classrooms

Could Minecraft become as essential in the classroom as pencils and paper? Perhaps so. Microsoft has launched a new site to help… Read More

Jun 29, 2015, 12:27 PM

Drug-delivering microchips one step closer to market, thanks in part to Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

A biotech company that received some of its first major funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has announced… Read More