You just have to love engineers and scientists who fail to take themselves too seriously. The German-based technology company Tobit Software did this in high style with their exhibit of two pole-dancing robots and their DJ at the CeBIT Expo 2014 in Hanover, Germany. Named Tess and Lexy by their creators, these robots are not… Continue reading Geeky + Sexy = Pole Dancing Robots
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Should HBO Be Worried about Netflix?
Netflix has been a media darling lately, and for good reason. Exceeding people’s expectations, Netflix added 2.3 million new subscribers in 2013 and had a net income of $48 million, compared to $8 million a year ago according to Variety. With the new season of the critically acclaimed House of Cards starting and a second… Continue reading Should HBO Be Worried about Netflix?
Shazam Makeover Brings Card Interface to iOS and Android Hoping to Make the App Stickier
Do you use Shazam to identify new songs? If so, you will love the makeover coming to Shazam for iPhone and Android. New Card Interface for Tagged Songs If you use Shazam on iOS, starting today you might see a new interface when you tag a song. The newly designed, card-like screen features lighter… Continue reading Shazam Makeover Brings Card Interface to iOS and Android Hoping to Make the App Stickier
Does the Super Bowl Actually Help the Environment?
Almost everyone loves the Super Bowl, whether they’re rooting for one of the teams or just watching for the commercials. But who knew there was a deeper, greener upside to the big game? According to recent research by energy consulting firm Opower, football fans actually do less damage to the environment when they watch the… Continue reading Does the Super Bowl Actually Help the Environment?
Open Source Media Player VLC Gets iOS 7 Redesign, Dropbox Streaming and Google Drive Integration
Do you often play movies, TV shows or music on your iPhone or iPad? If so, you might want to start using the free and open source VLC player (if you’re not already). Besides providing a highly functional and sleek interface for all your media player needs, VLC released a few useful updates today that… Continue reading Open Source Media Player VLC Gets iOS 7 Redesign, Dropbox Streaming and Google Drive Integration
Artkick Brings Famous Paintings and Artwork to Your Screens for Free
What if you could bring any of the finest artworks ever created like Van Gogh’s Starry Night right into your living room with just a click? We use on-demand services like Spotify listening to music, or Netflix to watch movies, so one startup called Artkick wants to bring you art whenever you want it too.… Continue reading Artkick Brings Famous Paintings and Artwork to Your Screens for Free
How Far Away You Sit From Your TV Screen Based on Show Intensity
Do you find yourself inching towards your television screen the more dramatic a show gets? Comic via Dorkly
The Return of ’24’ and Jack Bauer Will Air May 5 on FOX
You may have to wait a little longer than 24 hours, but your favorite show starring agent Jack Bauer and the Counter Terrorist Unit crew will be back airing on Fox in May. The new 24: Live Another Day is set to take place in London four years after the critically acclaimed series ended after… Continue reading The Return of ’24’ and Jack Bauer Will Air May 5 on FOX
