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2 hrs ago | Gizmag

Nikon reveals a 32mm f/1.2 portrait lens for its 1 system

Used on a Nikon 1 camera, the NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 gives a focal length equivalent of approximately 85mm in 35mm-format Photographers using the Nikon 1 system will soon have another option when it comes to shooting portraits with a shallow depth-of-field, after Nikon announced the release of the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens.

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2 hrs ago | Gizmag

New bike mount moves your GoPro from the bars to the stem

Paul Components is now making a GoPro HERO camera mount that replaces the handlebar stem cap on a mountain bike GoPro HERO actioncams are proving to be pretty popular with mountain bikers, although not everyone wants to wear one of the cameras on their helmet or chest.

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2 hrs ago | Gizmag

SKWID harnesses the power of both the wind and the tide

The SKWID system, which harnesses power from both the wind and the tide, is scheduled to be tested in Japan There are already a wide variety of renewable energy systems that harness the power of the wind, along with some that generate power via the flow of ocean currents.

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Related Topix: Renewable Energy (Green Energy), Alternative Energy, Energy

3 hrs ago | Gizmag

Thin-film solar cells could become more efficient - thanks to moths' eyes

Inspired by moths' eyes, scientists have created new technology that may help improve the efficiency of thin-film solar cells Because moths need to use every little bit of light available in order to see in the dark, their eyes are highly non-reflective. This quality has been copied in a film that can be applied to solar cells , which helps keep ... (more)

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Related Topix: Shutterstock

3 hrs ago | Gizmag

Blue Forest reveals designs for new Biodiversity Nest Treehouse

UK architectural firm Blue Forest has revealed its plans to build a large nest-like treehouse within the Eden Project's Humid Tropics Biome UK architectural firm Blue Forest, which has a background in the design and construction of luxury treehouses and lodges, has revealed its plans to build a large nest-like treehouse in the Eden Project's Humid ... (more)

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3 hrs ago | Gizmag

Groundbreaking tech of yesteryear goes under the hammer

There's nothing quite like an auction room to bring the past into sharp focus. Where collectors and bargain hunters might once have had to trudge wearily from showroom to showroom for a pre-sale peek, the interweb now makes it possible to have a virtual look at items of interest before making a bid.

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Related Topix: CPU, Science / Technology, Computers, Music Players

4 hrs ago | Engadget

Google Glass 'prescription edition' makes a cameo at Google I/O

Google I/O is always full of surprises, and we came across yet another elusive bit of hardware on the show floor today: Google Glass "prescription edition". No, it's not actually called that , but what you're looking at is definitely Glass that's been neatly integrated with a pair of prescription glasses -- in fact, it looks a lot like the version ... (more)

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8 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

Black Ops II Uprising Now Available

There is nothing quite like adding more legs into a particular game by having a riveting franchise alongside more downloadable content , as with the case of Black Ops II Uprising which has been available since yesterday.

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Related Topix: Activision, Call of Duty , Video Games, Treyarch, Call of Duty: Black Ops II

8 hrs ago | Ubergizmo

HTC One Production Volume Set To Double

The HTC One is the Taiwanese smartphone company's latest flagship device, where it was first revealed in February earlier this year.

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Related Topix: Galaxy, Cameras, Computers

Fri May 17, 2013

Ubergizmo

Scientists Create Single Pixel Camera For 3D Images

Scientists from Glasgow have managed to come up with an unprecedented discovery, by successfully creating a single-pixel camera for 3D images.

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Related Topix: Cameras

Ubergizmo

PS4 Might Have Speech Recognition Feature Thanks To Job Listing

During Sony's PS4 reveal earlier this year, the company basically shared some of the features we might expect from the console, namely social-type features, along with some games that gamers can look forward to.

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Ubergizmo

The CW Brings Its Shows To Apple TV Via App

It looks like The CW has been making some serious moves lately as not only did they launch an application on the Xbox 360 just a few weeks ago , but today, the network frequented by tweens and teens has struck a deal that will bring its content to Apple TV.

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Ubergizmo

Foc.us Headset Touts A Better Gaming Experience

Messing with one's mind used to be the domain of manipulative personalities and shrinks, but now it seems that even regular hardware that has been tuned to a certain manner is able to do so.

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Ubergizmo

Microsoft Says It Pays To Upgrade To Windows 8

Microsoft wins either way when they recommend enterprises to make the jump to the latest version of their Windows operating system, touting that companies which do not migrate from Windows XP to Windows 7 or 8 could eventually end up spending more than three times the support costs, not to mention a far more dreaded result, that is being exposed to ... (more)

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Related Topix: Microsoft, Startups, Microsoft Windows, Kinect, Microsoft Game Studios, Video Games

Ubergizmo

LG Optimus GJ Headed For Taiwan

It seems that waterproof smartphones are all the rage these days, and not only that, these special kind of devices have become more and more sleek in terms of design, where it is getting more and more difficult to tell whether that particular smartphone is capable of sleeping with the fishes, at least for up to a certain depth and time before its ... (more)

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Related Topix: South Korea, World News, LG Electronics, Electronics

Ubergizmo

Samsung Releases TecTiles 2 NFC Tags With Galaxy S4 Support For $15

Samsung had previously released its TecTiles programmable NFC tags for its Galaxy S3 around this time last year , but unfortunately with the release of the Galaxy S4, its TecTiles didn't support its latest and greatest smartphone.

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Ubergizmo

Blackberry Proudly Claims 120,000 Apps Now Available In Blackberry World

While hardware and operating system certainly help consumers decide which phone or platform to go with, apps also play a big role.

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Ubergizmo

Palm-Sized Portable Iron Runs On USB, AA Batteries To Deliver Wrinkle-Free Clothes

We know when traveling, one of the hardest things to do is to keep your clothes wrinkle-free, especially if you're the kind of person to pack everything they're traveling with into a large duffle bag.

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WJLA-TV Arlington

FOSE 2013 Focuses On Tech Mobility And Security

Every year, the Federal Office Systems Exposition -- better known as FOSE -- shows off the hottest gizmos, gadgets and technology toys for government agencies and for the private sector.

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Newkerala.com

I'm a gizmo freak: Arjun Rampal

New Delhi, May 16 : Model-turned-actor Arjun Rampal, who is on the cover of tech and lifestyle magazine Exhibit, admits he is a complete gizmo and gadget freak.

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Related Topix: Arjun Rampal