Monthly Archives: February 2014

Perfect Phishing example

Prefect example of a fake message from Apple, always look at the from address and if unsure do not click on any links, go directly to the website.

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NASA is working on Star Trek healing devices—’it’s not sci-fi anymore’

NASA and Houston-based company GRoK Technologies will work on the development of new “breakthrough products,” noninvasive medical technologies designed to “regenerate bone and muscle tissues.” It really sounds like something out of Star Trek, but “it’s not just sci-fi anymore.” … Continue reading

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This concept car uses its own reconnaissance drone to spot traffic jams

The idea of receiving traffic updates on your sat nav may suddenly seem tawdry next to this more futuristic alternative dreamed up by Renault: If you’re driving along in its “KWID” concept car and you’re worried about jams up ahead, … Continue reading

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Shelby Raptor | Uncrate

Yes, it’s exactly what you think it is. Like the company’s long-running series of suped-up Mustangs, the Shelby Raptor ($18,000 and up, not inlcuding the SVT Raptor) takes Ford’s already beastly truck to the next level. The package includes a … Continue reading

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Ram Man Of Steel Truck | Uncrate

Okay, okay — so Superman doesn’t need a whole lot of help getting around. But unless you’ve gained the power to fly, you probably still need some wheels. The Ram Man Of Steel Truck ($TBA) should suffice. This one-of-a-kind Power … Continue reading

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Ford F-150 RaptorTrax | Uncrate

You’ve already seen Ken Block tearing up tarmac — and his fair share of tires — in his hot Ford Focus ST, but he’ll be tormenting a different kind of surface in his newest toy, the Ford F-150 RaptorTrax. Based … Continue reading

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Sign Language Ring – 2013 | concept | Red Dot Award: Design Concept

A general lack of understanding of sign language among people with good hearing can create difficulties when someone needs to use signs to communicate with them. Sign Language Ring is a translation device in the form of a bracelet with … Continue reading

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These kids are so good at juggling they must be sorcerers

I don’t think I am as good at anything as these guys are at juggling. Seriously, like not even walking or sleeping or eating or brushing my teeth. They’re so good at throwing multiple random objects in the air and … Continue reading

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President’s plan to bring high-speed internet to classrooms gets $100 million in equipment and tools from Apple | iMore

Apple is joining in with President Obama’s initiative to get students connected to high-speed internet, called ConnectED, donating $100 million in iPads, computers, and other equiptment. Apple joins a group of compnaies that include Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and Microsoft in … Continue reading

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This Simple Invention Seals Gunshot Wounds in 15 Seconds Flat

To stop bleeding, apply pressure—with tiny sponges. A group of veterans, scientists, and engineers in Oregon have a developed a device that uses small medical sponges to stop bleeding from gunshot wounds in just 15 seconds. Hemorrhaging is the leading cause … Continue reading

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