Neuromarketing, curated crowdsourcing, and more tech lingo you need to know

Have you ever felt lost reading an article with technical riff raffs which seemingly make no sense? We're here to help you decode those trendy tech jargon.

Guides         February 5, 2013

What the Superdome control room looked like during the Super Bowl blackout

An official statement claims an abnormality in the system caused half of the Mercedes Benz Superdome's lights to shut off during Super Bowl XLVII.

Guides         February 4, 2013

King of the Nerds episode 103 recap: Games we play

Drama continues to intensify in Nerdvana as team members backstab their way to staying in the competition. Can they game their way around the challenges?

Smart Home News         February 1, 2013

King of the Nerds episode 101 recap: ‘This is truly nerd heaven’

TBS premiers its first unscripted reality show for the in seven years, highlighting the phenomenon of nerd culture. It's as awkward as you imagine it'd be.

Smart Home News         February 1, 2013

China moves on from counterfeit iPhones and Louis Vuittons to fake ambulances

A new illegal and deadly activity has taken over Chinese cities, and it stems beyond fake luxury watches and electronics.

Smart Home News         January 31, 2013

While you were watching cat videos, this 15-year-old invented a pancreatic cancer detection sensor

Maryland-native Jack Andraka is the teen prodigy of cancer research. At the age of 15, he's developed a sensor to detect early stage pancreatic cancer.

News         January 29, 2013

Gatorade: Now without flame retardant oil! Wait, what?

Look PepsiCo long enough. The soft drink company is finally removing a controversial ingredient linked to flame retardants out of Gatorades.

Smart Home News         January 28, 2013

Big Brother’s coming after your dogs: TX apartment will DNA match pet droppings to fine the right owners

This is what the 21st century has brought us, guys: DNA tests for dogs so irresponsible pet owners can be fined for not cleaning up after their pups.

Smart Home News         January 23, 2013

Ever want to Instagram animated GIFs? Gifstory’s to the rescue

Gifstory aims to one-up Cinemagram by allowing Instagram-obsessed photographers to add filters to their own recorded GIFs. Who's more Internet now?

News         January 14, 2013

Qi Wireless will once and for all put an end to power cords

The concept may seem simple, but Qi Wireless may be the biggest wave of technology headed to the mobile world.

News         January 10, 2013

Muse brain-sensing headband invites you in for a little mind game

From IndieGoGo to reality, Toronto-based InteraXon unveiled its Muse brainwave headband at CES this year to play mind games with your head.

News         January 10, 2013

MWV combats retail theft by deactivating electronics until they leave the store

MeadWestVaco shows off its latest tech in preventing retail theft by disabling electronic devices until they're paid for.

News         January 10, 2013

Sifteo Cubes spell the next generation of puzzle gaming

Expect Sifteo Cubes to be the hottest new toy of the season. The touchscreen puzzle cubes take portable gaming where no device have gone before.

News         January 9, 2013

With Puzzlebox Orbit helicopter, your brain is the remote control

We got a quick demonstration of the brain-controlled Puzzlebox Orbit helicopter and we gotta say, this thing makes us feel like cyborgs.

News         January 9, 2013

Displair’s mist-based projector is like a hologram humidifer

Touchscreens are so 2012. In 2013, you'll be controlling your devices with air. At least, that's what Russian company Displair wants you to get into.

Products         January 8, 2013

Touchscreen restaurant table forecasts the end of human interactions

Moneual has unveiled a design for a touchscreen cafe table that can display apps to help customers browse and order off the menu.

News         January 8, 2013

Hands on with Leonar3do, the next big thing in 3D modeling

With the new Leonar3do technology, 3D modeling is more intuitive than ever, all while maintaining a cool effect that makes it both easy and fun to learn.

Reviews         January 8, 2013

A look inside SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s $17 million home

SpaceX, PayPal, Tesla cofounder Elon Musk has finally purchased the home he's been renting for the few years and here's a tour inside the giant mansion.

Smart Home News         January 4, 2013

Banish your cat lady friends to Catmoji, a social network just for cat pics

Need a place to post pics and vids of your adorable kitten, but afraid your social network friends may tire of them? On Catmoji, this behavior is welcomed.

News         January 3, 2013

LG air conditioner actually listens when you complain it’s too hot

The latest air conditioner from LG features voice commands so you can tell the machine to power on, off, or turn the temperature up or down.

News         January 2, 2013

Holiday party planning gone digital with these gadgets and online tools

Prepare for the best party you'll ever throw with these helpful tools and gadgets that'll leave your guests wanting more.

News         December 24, 2012

Legoland Hotel California is opening ahead of schedule, and I want to go to there

At last, an American-based Legoland Hotel is opening ... and from the looks of it, the hotel should please all patrons young and old.

News         December 19, 2012

Viral video of Golden Eagle snatching kid rendered fake

Three Canadian design students have come forth, taking credit for the hoax that was the viral video of an eagle snatching a child in a Montreal park.

News         December 19, 2012

Wunderlist 2: Faster, simpler, and just in time for holiday shopping frenzy

6wunderkinder finally released the latest edition of its task management app: Wunderlist 2. The ultra-simplified app makes task management faster than ever.

Smart Home News         December 18, 2012

How to digitize your travel for a hassle-free vacation

Planning a vacation? Don't start without a look at some of these helpful websites and apps designed to help relieve the stresses of travel.

Guides         December 17, 2012

Dating protocols for the digital age

The dating world has changed ever since Google, Facebook, Foursquare, and all these social media services entered the picture.

Smart Home News         December 10, 2012

Pro tip guide to social media profile pictures

Different social networks have different unspoken rules on how to make profile pictures work. Here's what to keep in mind before you upload a new photo.

Guides         December 10, 2012

Floppy disk table will definitely puzzle your grandchildren

Who says floppy disks are obsolete? Well, at least not this coffee table inspired by a gadget of our technological past.

News         December 5, 2012

The technophobe’s guide to wireless home theater gadgets

It's time to cut the cords on messy entertainment setups and embrace wireless home theater gadgets, thanks to the power of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Airplay.

Guides         December 3, 2012

Casetagram adds a new way for Instagram artists to monetize

Looking to make a couple bucks off your iPhoneography? Hit up Casetagram and create a case with your Instagram photos for a chance to get your design sold.

News         November 29, 2012

Start-Ups: Silicon Valley episode 3 recap: Dirty dancing divas

Things got real in the third episode of Start-Ups: Silicon Valley. Some of our geeks move forward with business ventures while another tries hard for love.

News         November 27, 2012

Start-Ups: Silicon Valley episode 4 recap: White Oprah’s in the house

Yep, Start-Ups: Silicon Valley still exists, and in episode 4, the Way siblings get hot and heated over the shaky future of their startup.

News         November 27, 2012

Holiday gift guide for new parents

Got someone on your Christmas list who's an expecting or a new parent? Here are our top gift suggestions perfect for baby, mom, and dad.

Smart Home         November 20, 2012

Turns out, the White House’s online petition tool is sort of unmonitored

People! Government jobs are hard – especially the ones at the White House – and these folks don't have time to deal with online silliness like your petition to legalize weed.

News         November 14, 2012

The digital cat and dog: Gadgets for the fuzzy ones amongst us

Technology is designed to make our lives easier - even our pets' lives. Here's are some gadgets you can give your pets to help them enjoy the 21st century.

Products         November 12, 2012

Social media election reactions that made us laugh, cry, and proud to be Americans

Social media played a huge role in garnering raw reactions from American citizens, and here's how you guys made us feel after an eventful 24 hours.

News         November 7, 2012

Save versus Splurge: Where to invest and where to save in your home computing setup

A new computer set up can get expensive quickly, so here's our guide on computing items you should considering saving on, and which are worth the splurge.

Guides         November 5, 2012

Humiliate small children at your local sledding hill with the Snolo Stealth-X carbon fiber sled

Remember the days you used to sled in a nearby park after snowstorms, enjoying all sorts of childhood fun? The Snolo Stealth-X aims to bring it all back.

News         November 5, 2012