Pee On An iPhone, Help Prevent a Potentially Life-Threatening Disease
Wednesday, 27th February 2013Posted in Apple
Tags: aimed, app, conditions, diabetes, disease, health, iPhone, strips, uchek
Written by: Jeff Nau
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A new iPhone app is being released, it’s pretty gross, and it still costs $20. So why would anyone actually buy it? Well, it could potentially — and we mean potentially — save your life.
Known as Uchek, this particular app was created by Myshkin Ingawale — who aimed to give everyday, health-conscious citizens a way to conveniently analyze themselves for up to 25 different health conditions. He’s also CEO of Biosense, a company aimed at bringing more intricate disease-detecting technology to the poorer nations of Africa. Continue reading “Pee On An iPhone, Help Prevent a Potentially Life-Threatening Disease” »
Japanese Guy Shows Off iPhone Quick Draw System, Proves Why It’s a Horrible Idea (Videos)
Thursday, 10th January 2013Posted in Viral Video
Tags: iPhone, japanese guy, technology
Written by: Paul Nyhart
Ever wish you could pick up the phone while you were doing push-ups? How about answering the phone with your leg while you’re sitting on the john?
A Japanese Guy, dubbed on the internet simply as a Japanese Guy, currently has over 500,000 views for a video showing off a nifty, custom made quick draw system for your iPhone.
The product is two parts ingenious, three parts hilarious, as the device’s creator shows us different ways to use the quick draw system and poke your eye out all at the same time. Currently, there’s no word if the phone is for sale, or if you need your own lawyer just to use it in public. Continue reading “Japanese Guy Shows Off iPhone Quick Draw System, Proves Why It’s a Horrible Idea (Videos)” »
Former Battlefield Dev Reveals New Free-To-Play FPS, The Drowning [Video]
Thursday, 6th December 2012Posted in Preview
Tags: Ben Cousins, game, iOS, ipad, iPhone, new, oil, said, story, The Drowning
Written by: Craig Hunter
We recently talked about some easter eggs showing up in Battlefield 3 and that a sequel is said to be in development for Mirror Edge, when Ben Cousins Tweeted about it. Today Cousins is back, but this time with a new game called The Drowning.
The game is a post apocalyptic FPS that you can play with just two fingers on one hand. Check out the game’s announcement trailer and some new screenshots below in the gallery.
Due out early next year, The Drowning is an iOS game created by Cousins and his team at Scattered Entertainment. The studio was formerly known as Swedish based developer Ngmoco. The studio is currently owned by the Japanese publisher DeNA.
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Daily Anime: New iPhone App Turns Your Pictures into Awesome Manga Panels
Thursday, 4th October 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Pop Culture
Tags: app, iPhone, manga-camera
Written by: Jeff Nau
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Ever take a picture that’s not random and awkward enough, and you could use some extra awkwardness and randomness? Perhaps you have a hot friend or two that eerily resembles Minmei from Robotech you’d like to snap a pic of?
Great news: an app for anime lovers looking to turn their life into a real version of their favorite manga, called Manga-Camera, has what you need. In other words, this isn’t just some half-assed Photoshop filter, the guys behind it look like they really knew their sh*t. Continue reading “Daily Anime: New iPhone App Turns Your Pictures into Awesome Manga Panels” »
Latest Apple Apology Shows Steve Jobs Vision is Officially Dead With Apple Soon To Follow
Friday, 28th September 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive, Technology
Tags: apology, apple, apple press release, death, fail, iPhone, Steve Jobs, Tim Cook
Written by: Paul Nyhart
We should consider selling our stock, because it was only a matter of time…
Critics have questioned how long Apple could hold up WITHOUT the leader who crafted the company in his vision.
And now we know.
This week’s apology from Apple indicates more than a minor screw up or a chink in the armor for the near trillion dollar company, it’s representative of the huge paradigm shift that has taken place at Apple. Continue reading “Latest Apple Apology Shows Steve Jobs Vision is Officially Dead With Apple Soon To Follow” »
Daily Gaming: Square Enix’s The World Ends With You: Solo Remix Comes To iOS
Monday, 27th August 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: App Store, final fantasy, iOS, ipad, iPhone, Nintendo DS, remix, Solo, Square Enix, The World Ends With You
Written by: Craig Hunter
Square Enix’s highly acclaimed DS title ‘The World Ends With You’ landed in the App store this weekend. The iOS version of the title is completely reworked for the platform and includes some added functionality as well.
Originally developed for the DS by personnel from Nintendo’s Kingdom Hearts team, ‘The World Ends With You’ (‘It’s A Wonderful World’ in Japan) is an action RPG set in modern day Shibuya, Tokyo. In the DS version, some complained the game can be complicated at times both because of its original approach to combat and the steep learning curve of the game’s battle system.
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DAILY GAMING: Gameloft’s ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Available Now in the App Store, Arkham City Lockdown only $1
Thursday, 19th July 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: App Store, arkham city, Bane, Bat Pod, batman, bruce wayne, Christopher Nolan, Gameloft, Gotham City, iOS, iPhone, Selena Kyle, The Bat, The Dark Knight Rises, warner bros
Written by: Craig Hunter
Last week Gameloft teased us with the second trailer, seen below, for the official movie-tie-in game, The Dark Knight Rises for iOS. The game is now available in the New Zealand App Store for $9.99 and is expected to appear in the U.S App Store very soon for $6.99 (via 9to5mac).
The title, inspired by the film of the same name, will be the epic conclusion to the Christopher Nolan trilogy of Batman films and will be available as a universal app for iPhone and iPad.
The game’s story follows Bruce Wayne on his return to Gotham City as Batman after an 8 year hiatus. Continue reading “DAILY GAMING: Gameloft’s ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Available Now in the App Store, Arkham City Lockdown only $1” »
Shocker: Poll Shows Many People Prefer Their iPhone to Sex
Thursday, 28th June 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive, Technology
Tags: bathroom, iPhone, macbook, poll, sex, SFGate, statistics
Written by: Jeff Nau
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A recent study done by Gazelle, an electronics trade-in site, showed that nearly 15% of iPhone users would rather give up sex altogether rather than give up their iPhone for even a weekend.
4% even admitted to using their iPhone during sex, which sounds pretty bad — until you consider some of the iPhone apps that are out there –“Male Size iPhone app‘, the ‘ijiggly’ and the chance for a ménage à Trois (abeit virtual) with the ‘Pocket Mistress’ iPhone app — you get the idea. Continue reading “Shocker: Poll Shows Many People Prefer Their iPhone to Sex” »
Decals Turn Your Apple TV Into An NES Console
Thursday, 31st May 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: 8-bit, Apple TV, classic controller, decal, iPhone, Killer Duck, NES, nintendo, Skin
Written by: Craig Hunter
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Today we get a look at some awesome decals that make your Apple TV look like a NES.
The streamlined black Apple TV design works for some, but others will surely opt for a little bit of nostalgia and this super 8-bit looking Apple TV NES skin. The Killer Duck Decal will transform any 2nd and 3rd generation Apple TV into Nintendo’s classic console, only smaller. The skin stickers will run you a mere $10 USD on Etsy. Continue reading “Decals Turn Your Apple TV Into An NES Console” »
Is Samsung Behind the Anti-Apple Protests in Australia?
Sunday, 29th April 2012Posted in Blog Archive
Tags: apple, customers, iPhone, samsung, Slashgear, wake up
Written by: Jeff Nau
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Last week, throngs of rabidly pro-Apple, anti-Samsung Australians gathered outside a Sydney Apple store, touting signs and shouting slogans for (presumably the customers) to ‘Wake Up.” And despite Samsung denying any and all involvement in the protests, last week’s flash mob ignited speculation that the protest might have been staged by Samsung themselves.
A few people wouldn’t put it past them — they were, after all, behind the slew of advertisements late last year proclaiming that ‘iPhone Users Are Sheep’, featuring Apple fans and customers dressed as uber-hipsters sipping lattes.
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Rockstar: Max Payne Lands On iOS Next Week, Android April 26th
Friday, 6th April 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: android, iOS, ipad, iPhone, max payne, Max Payne Mobile, Retina, rockstar
Written by: Craig Hunter
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We knew that a remake of Max Payne would be landing on mobile devices when Rockstar let it slip last year, but today the developer made things official with release dates for both the iOS and Android versions of the game.
Announced on the Rockstar Games site, “Max Payne Mobile” will be making its way to most iOS devices including iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod Touch 4, iPad 1, iPad 2 and the new iPad starting April 12th. The Android version will follow a couple weeks later on the 26th.
According to the announcement, Continue reading “Rockstar: Max Payne Lands On iOS Next Week, Android April 26th” »
Apple Working On Physical iOS Gaming Controller, Microsoft Unveils Xbox 360 Chrome Series
Monday, 2nd April 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: apple, chrome series, controller, iOS, ipad, iPhone, Major Nelson, microsoft, nintendo, physical, XBOx 360
Written by: Craig Hunter
While its not clear we’ll ever get our hands on concepts currently in Apple’s labs, a review of the new iPad from Anandtech has leaked details about a physical iPad controller Apple has in the works. At the same time we get a look at the brand new chrome line of Xbox 360 controllers officially announced by Microsoft today.
This isn’t the first time info has surfaced regarding a remote/controller concept from Apple. A patent that surfaced in April 2010 showed Apple was working on gaming accessories. The images in the patent showed a Nintendo DS-like design with a D-Pad, two game buttons and a touchscreen in the middle.
The report from Anandtech claimed Apple has an internal project dedicated to bringing a physical controller to market, but also noted it was uncertain whether the device would ever become available. We know there is certainly a market for physical controllers compatible with iOS devices and with confirmation Apple is working on it, it’s entirely possible we’ll see an Apple branded gaming controller in the near future.
At the same time of rumors of a controller for iOS devices, Microsoft has confirmed today the availability of its chrome series of Xbox 360 controllers.
Available starting mid-May depending on your location, the controllers will come in red, blue, and chrome variants and sell for $55 through xbox.com/accessories and local retailers. Head past the break for images of the three controllers:
The Walking Dead Game Coming Next Month
Wednesday, 21st March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: iOS, ipad, iPhone, PC, ps3, Rick Grimes, The Walking Dead, xbox
Written by: Craig Hunter
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The hit TV show The Walking Dead is being adapted into a game. The recent debut trailer (below) shows of a pretty amazing and interesting graphic style as well as what fans of the show have come to know and love. The title will be developed by Telltale Games. The company is previously responsible for other hit iOS games like Back to the Future and Monkey Island.
Although not much is known at this time about the actual gameplay details, it is Continue reading “The Walking Dead Game Coming Next Month” »
Blizzard Still Considering WoW On The iPhone And Mobile Platforms
Monday, 19th March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: iOS, ipad, iPhone, Mists of Pandaria, mobile, Mobile Armory, wow
Written by: Craig Hunter
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While it’s been rumored in the past, Blizzard is once again talking about World of Warcraft coming to mobile devices. Up until now the developer has only release the World of Warcraft Mobile Armory, an iOS app that allows you to view in game stats and manage auction house and guilds.
In an interview at Blizzard headquarters, Senior World of Warcraft producer John Lagrave talked with Eurogamer about the possibilities of bringing the game to mobile platforms like the iPhone. From the sounds of Lagrave’s comments, the company is having some trouble figuring out how to make the WoW experience work on the smaller screens. Continue reading “Blizzard Still Considering WoW On The iPhone And Mobile Platforms” »
PS3/iPhone Hacker Geohot Arrested at SXSW for Possession of Marijuana
Monday, 19th March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Offbeat
Tags: Facebook, GeoHot, George Hotz, google, iPhone, marijuana, pot, ps3
Written by: Jeff Nau
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22 year-old George Hotz, aka Geohot, is no stranger to trouble with the law — the former Google worker is most famous for having hacked the PS3 and jailbroken the 2008 iPhone. Apparently Mark Zuckerberg and co. saw something promising in the lad and hired him to work at Facebook (a company he’s reportedly since quit working for). According to ZDNet Hotz was on his way to the SXSW Festival when a a K-9 unit sniffed out the weed in his glove compartment, leading to cops busting him for possession.
He was booked on felony charges and posted the $1500 bail — all this despite the fact that Abovethelaw.com reported that he does have a medical license. On his person: 1/4 oz and 1/8 oz worth of edible weed chocolates, the latter of which was valued at $800 according to police (though Hotz claimed he had only paid $15 for them.) Continue reading “PS3/iPhone Hacker Geohot Arrested at SXSW for Possession of Marijuana” »
Mass Effect 3 Datapad App Available Now, ME3 DLC Multiplayer Characters Leaked
Tuesday, 13th March 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: Asari Justicar, Datapad, DLC, ipad, iPhone, leak, mass effect, ME 3
Written by: Craig Hunter
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A little while back now we heard about a Mass Effect 3 iOS app called Mass Effect 3 Datapad. As of today the app is available for download in the Apple App Store.
The ME Datapad acts as a companion app to Mass Effect 3 encouraging users to “take your galaxy with you wherever you go”. The app will include non-spoiler related codex updates, messages from characters in Mass Effect 3 as well as allowing you check on the status of the Galaxy at War map. Continue reading “Mass Effect 3 Datapad App Available Now, ME3 DLC Multiplayer Characters Leaked” »
Free Assassin’s Creed Recollection App Has AC3 Artwork, Short Film
Thursday, 8th March 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: AC3, animated, artwork, Assassin's Creed, Connor, Embers, film, iPhone, ipod, Recollection
Written by: Craig Hunter
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We have told you all about Assassin’s Creed 3 over the last two weeks and today Ubisoft made its Assassin’s Creed Recollection iOS app available for the iPhone and the iPod Touch with some new AC3 artwork (via Eurogamer).
Completely free to download, Recollection also now comes with “booster packs” of cards as in-app purchases. These allows the user to increase their card library which consist of characters, locations and things of that nature spanning the entire breadth of the AC timeline and universe. Continue reading “Free Assassin’s Creed Recollection App Has AC3 Artwork, Short Film” »
‘Zombies, Run!’ iPhone App Helps You Escape Zombies (and Calories)
Tuesday, 6th March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Offbeat, Pop Culture
Tags: app, iPhone, kickstarter, left 4 dead, zombie apocalypse, zombies, zombies run!
Written by: Jeff Nau
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Finally (as if having your brains/intestines eaten wasn’t enough) some extra incentive to run from zombies. Sparked by the idea of one man’s relentless Kickstarter project, Zombies, Run! is a new self-funded iPhone app that’s taking the Internet by storm.
According to geek.com, zR! is a mashup between games like Left 4 Dead and Resident Evil, and simultaneously works as both hypothetical survival horror game and a way to get a serious workout.
The phone is a zombie-locator, which allows you to essentially monitor your own position vs. the zombies as they creep into your city and allow you to run like hell from them. Continue reading “‘Zombies, Run!’ iPhone App Helps You Escape Zombies (and Calories)” »
Parrot AR Drone 2.0 Available For Preorder Now, Ships in September
Thursday, 1st March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gadgets
Tags: AR Drone, brookstone, drone, iOS, ipad, iPhone, Parrot, preorder, quadrocopter
Written by: Craig Hunter
We first told you about this iPad/iPhone-controlled quadrocopter in our holiday gift list, and today the second generation AR Drone 2.0 is now officially up for preorder. The device comes with the same $300 price tag, but packs in a bunch of new features.
The new AR Drone is capable of capturing or live streaming 720p HD video right to YouTube at 30fps with a 92° wide-angle lens. There is also a new gesture, or “flip button”, that will make the device barrel roll in the air on command. Another new addition is a new USB port for capturing video from the built-in HD to a portable drive. The overall design of the drone is pretty much what we’ve seen before, but we’re not complaining. As before you’ll need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch or Android device to pilot the device.
The company is building levels for Continue reading “Parrot AR Drone 2.0 Available For Preorder Now, Ships in September” »
Google Is Now Activating More Than 850k Mobile Devices Daily
Tuesday, 28th February 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gadgets, Technology
Tags: activations, android, andy rubin, apple, comparison, google, ipad, iPhone, stats
Written by: Craig Hunter
In a post over on the Official Google Mobile blog, we learn some new stats about the ongoing race between Apple and the ever growing Android platform. Senior vice president of mobile and digital content at Google Andy Rubin explained there has been an incredible growth of android devices and its related products. What Andy calls the “Android ecosystem” has grown tremendously with up to 850,000 Android device activations daily and a total number of devices well over 300 million worldwide.
“With a year-on-year growth rate of more than 250%, 850,000 new Android devices are activated each day” Rubin says in his post on the Google Mobile Blog.
Google has an impressive booth at this years Continue reading “Google Is Now Activating More Than 850k Mobile Devices Daily” »
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