International

Tweeting With The Enemy

by Ron Callari

With the DDoS Twitter attack fresh on our minds, one has to wonder who is utilizing social media for anti-social reasons. Could our enemies be covertly watching our every move in the Twitterverse, awaiting to seize an opportunity to use the free-flowing firehose of information for ulterior motives and surprise us again with another denial-of-service ambush?

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Young Chinese Inventors Create DIY Flying Machines

by Myra Per-Lee

From two separate provinces in China comes news this week that young inventors have created DIY flying machines that work. One is a helicopter made of wood, and the other is a flying car!

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Cat Ear Headband Is Purr-fect For J-Pop Joggers

by Steve Levenstein

This cute cat ear Nekomimi headband cleverly conceals a pair of headphones, allowing joggers, commuters and cosplayers to listen to music while looking cool and kitty-licious.

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DDoS And Our Ferris Bueller Day Off!

by Ron Callari

A cyber-attack, a lone blogger and a little known country in Russia were responsible for our Ferris Bueller day off from Twitter this week. People had to resort to the antiquated twentieth century source for the news, the newspaper! And the lives of the Twitterati were put on hiatus for hours on end! On August 5, 'DDoS', 'Cyxymu' and 'South Ossetia' meant nothing to the average Twitter user. Today, we know a little more about blocking social networks and political friction back in the USSR!

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Audi Developes Infotainment System that Can Read Even the Worst Handwriting

by George Delozier

In car technology never seems to stand still. As soon as we get used to one thing, automakers move onto the "next big thing." For Audi, this next piece of automotive technology comes in the form of an infotainment system that can actually read and understand the driver's handwriting.

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Harajuku To Hometown - Street Style Snaps To Your Screen

by Steve Levenstein

Fashionsnap Brings Home Japanese Street Fashion

Want to view the latest fashion trends direct from the streets of Japan's major cities to your computer screen? It's an open and clothes case, thanks to Fashionsnap.

iPhones In Japan Get Wireless TV With USB SEG Clip

by Steve Levenstein

Japanese iPhone owners who enjoy watching digital TV on their iPhones have been looking at blank screens since Apple Japan's TV tuner app sold out. Now a new USB stick from I-O Data is allowing viewers to see shows on their iPhones in crisp, clear 1Seg.

World Premiere Of Twitter,The Movie Coming Soon!

by Ron Callari

With Kevin Spacey's "Social Network" movie about Facebook scheduled to start production later this year, was it any wonder that "Twitter, the Movie" could be far behind? The microblogging site that scaled from a podcasting company in the South Park suburbs of San Francisco to changing the world in a 140 characters or less will grace the small and large screens in March of 2010 as a documentary, aptly titled "Twittamentary."

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Cyclean: Sanitary Fitness Machine Covers For The Undying Germaphobe

by Beth Hodgson

You've probably had one of those moments where you get on an exercise bike at the gym and wonder just how well the person before you cleaned off their machine. Sure, we've all been there, but one company takes this germaphobe fear to the next level that makes sure you never have to deal with it again...and yes, it just might be going too far.

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Replica Tian'anmen Gate Crafted from Human Hair

by Rick Martin

What's hairy, forbidden, and red all over? Why, it's this replica Tian'anmen Gate built entirely out of leftover hair clippings! (Sorry, I hope I didn't disappoint any Anne of Green Gables fanboys out there.)

Twihotels, The Twitter Hotel-Finder Launches

by Ron Callari

The difficult thing about traveling is finding the right hotel in the right city at the right price! But equally important is securing a hotel you can trust - one that has been recommended by others.

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Inventor's Marketing Tool Helps Put Your Inventions On Shelves

by Myra Per-Lee

Ottawa inventor Geoffry Maseruka has created a unique way to help other inventors improve their marketing by actually getting their new inventions on store shelves!

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All Electric Audi R8 Could Bow At Frankfurt

by George Delozier

With the Frankfurt Motor Show fast approaching, rumors of "who is bringing what" are beginning to run wild. Alternative energy vehicles will once again be at the heart of the show, with several other concepts also being introduced. This year, Audi has been able to catch the attention of many people with the simple rumor that an all electric version of the R8 may be making an appearance.

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Pimp Your Brolly With The Burera Coiling Umbrella Handle

by Steve Levenstein

Umbrella Shoulder Mount Frees Your Hands, Keeps You Dry

The Burera Coiling Umbrella Handle frees up your hands when inclement weather strikes. Students, shoppers, busy mothers and anyone fumbling for their house or car keys will appreciate this ingenious add-on that grips your shoulder like an angry anaconda in heat.

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Allergy Translation Cards For The Avid Traveler

by Beth Hodgson

If you pass out from anaphylactic shock in a foreign country, the last thing you need is a group of people who speak a different language from you own standing around going "I wonder what the heck is wrong with him/her" when they can't figure out what is written on your Medic Alert Bracelet. Allergy Translation is a new company that must just change the life of travelers.

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Nissan To Include New Driver Assist Technology on New Models

by George Delozier

One of the largest complaints many automotive enthusiasts have with the new GT-R is the collection of electronic driving aids that have made their way onto the R35. Now, it looks as though Nissan is planning on opening similar technology to other vehicles across their line-up.

Wall Street Journal Gunning For LinkedIn?

by Ron Callari

As legacy newspapers continue to seek out new ways to survive beyond their antiquated twentieth century business model, the Wall Street Journal has strapped on some big guns in an attempt to build a name in the Wild West terrain of Web 2.0. Leaked rumors indicate its jonesing for a mano-a-mano duel with LinkedIn in an attempt to attract some of that business network's 15 million monthly netizens.

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Escape Camper Rentals In New Zealand: The Freedom To Sleep Around!

by Beth Hodgson

Escape is a company with the tagline "the freedom to sleep around" but it's not what you think; the services they offer are completely above board! This New Zealand Company does however offer sleeping on the go, and they do it in a unique way.

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Top Ten Branded Social Media Nightmares

by Ron Callari

While the success stories of brands and social media surface daily throughout the blogosphere, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, there are just as many nightmares that are damaging the reputations of brands regularly.

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BMW Helps You Be a Gentleman with New "Gentleman Function"

by George Delozier

Under most circumstances, advances to make driving even more pleasurable are met with open arms and wide grins. This is especially true with BMW, the company that strives to create the perfect blend of performance and comfort in every one of their vehicles. Recently though, a new function on the BMW 7-Series has many people scratching their heads in confusion rather than jumping for joy.

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