Monthly Archives: August 2011

Google acquiring Motorola Mobility — Engadget

Posted on August 15, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Happy Monday to you, and happy Monday to Motorola Mobility, which Google has announced is about to become its next acquisition. This comes hot on the heels of a $56 million Q2 net loss for Moto — and CEO Sanjay … Continue reading →

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Puerto Rico edges closer to U.S. voting rights | AHN

Posted on August 13, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Puerto Ricans’ chances of winning a right to vote in U.S. elections are as close now as at any time in American history. A First Circuit Court of Appeals decision last week has set up the conditions needed for the … Continue reading →

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Apple may unveil iPhone 5 on September 7th

Posted on August 12, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Apple plans to hold this year’s “iPod media event” on September 7th, Japanese-language news site Kodawarisan reported on Friday. The company’s September event has historically been dedicated to the iPod line, with Apple having unveiled its latest iPod touch, iPod shuffle and … Continue reading →

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UK Prime Minister’s Anti-Tech Crackdown: Stupid, Useless, and Wrong

Posted on August 11, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

England’s youths are angry and rioting. And, because it’s 2011, they’re using technology to organize. Well, as much as a violent mob can be organized. But British Prime Minister David Cameron wants to cut them off. He’s very, very wrong. … Continue reading →

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DARPAs Falcon HTV-2 hypersonic aircraft launches today, does New York to LA in 12 minutes — Engadget

Posted on August 11, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

All eyes are on Vandenberg Air Force Base in California today, where DARPAs Falcon HTV-2 unmanned aircraft is scheduled to launch into space at hypersonic speeds, as part of a critical test flight. Measuring just 12 feet in length, the … Continue reading →

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The Least Subtle Weapon in the History of Weapons

Posted on August 11, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

What do you do when your little island nation is under the constant implied threat of military annihilation from China, and China launches its first ever aircraft carrier? Debut your fancy new aircraft carrier-destroying missile. Complete with scary artwork!Taiwan, completely … Continue reading →

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Microsoft adding speech recognition tech to Windows 8, next generation products [video]

Posted on August 11, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Microsoft’s internal Tellme team is working on implementing speech recognition software into the Redmond-based firm’s portfolio of software and hardware products. Microsoft will build the feature into its new Windows 8 operating system, its Bing search engine, Windows Phone, Kinect … Continue reading →

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Why Is iPad Head Girl Stalking Around New York City?

Posted on August 11, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

If I saw this girl walking by on the street, Id be perplexed, too. I like it. But turns out its all part of a viral marketing campaign by Hearst Corporation to get you to buy… Cosmo for Guys? Ugh!The … Continue reading →

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Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special Motorcycle | Uncrate

Posted on August 10, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Embrace the night aboard the dark-as-can-be Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special Motorcycle ($15,300 and up). This special edition sport bike features a blacked-out 1250cc V-Twin Revolution engine good for 125 hp, blacked-out cast aluminum wheels, a double-barrel exhaust with brushed-finish dual … Continue reading →

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“Facebook Messenger” launched: dedicated messaging app | It’s All Tech

Posted on August 10, 2011 by StevenTorresRamos

Earlier today, Facebook announced Facebook Messenger, an Android and iOS app that allows users to send messages and texts using the social network. The app is focused around real-time communication and simplifying sending messages to groups of people. The app … Continue reading →