Warface, Crytek’s contribution to the free to play universe is calling for beta testers, applications are currently being taken for the closed beta prior to the games release. Like the testers in an amusement park the beta testers will be the first to see this new world and experience the many thrill rides. Powered by…
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The Sony Playstation 4 Reveal Event and the Story So Far…
Gamers rejoice, the first of the next generation consoles will be revealed to the world shortly. Sony has sent out the invitations, limousines have been booked and journalist wait with pens at the ready. All invited parties will be gathering in New York on February 20th, awaiting the spectacle that Sony has prepared. Expectations are…
DARPA demonstrates ARGUS IS, the 1.8 Gigapixel Camera with Wide Area Persistent Stare…
The ancient art form of discreet surveillance has evolved alongside the technology we use for such purposes. DARPA has this week given us a glimpse of what is now possible, demonstrating ARGUS IS, the latest revolution in surveillance technology. ARGUS is unlike any other high altitude camera that came before it. Designed and constructed by…
J.J. Abrams Confirmed as the Director of Star Wars VII…
The Star Wars universe is abuzz with the news that J.J. Abrams has been confirmed as the directory of the new Star Wars VII movie. The news was confirmed by Disney and Lucasfilm this week as they officially welcomed J.J. is on-board as director of the highly anticipated Star Wars VII. The first in the…
Hennessey Venom GT: The Road to High Speed Victory…
The Hennessey Venom GT is the latest hypercar to shoot for the record books, beginning its road to high speed victory. This week the stunning Venom GT took its first World record, the acceleration World Record, eating up the 0-300kph (186mph) record. Guinness was on hand to work the stopwatch and check the numbers, mind…
Highpants V2.0, Highpants has moved…
Highpants has become a dot NET organisation, sitting at the back end of the internet .NET companies have always been utilitarian in nature, the companies behind the internet. The original Highpants is not going away mind you. While Highpants.NET is our new home the original Highpants will be transformed into an icon based layout. We…
Darth Vader, the new Disney character….
A little over a week ago now a single piece of news shocked the tech world to its core. LucasFilm had been acquired by Disney, George it seems had passed the Star Wars torch on to a new generation of cinematic wizards. Disney announced the news on October 30. Disney CEO and George Lucas finalised…
Rumours surface, The Xbox Surface…
With recent rumours of a Microsoft smartphone setting the rumour mill spinning Microsoft kicks the mill into top gear with news of a new Surface tablet. According to website the Verge Microsoft has big plans for the mini tablet market, adding an Xbox twist to the now crowded 7 inch tablet market, an Xbox Surface…
The Samsung Galaxy Camera, the other Android compact camera…
Capturing much attention this week Samsung announced the release date for their game changing Galaxy Camera. Samsung’s brand new Android compact camera is set for release on November the 8th, in the UK. Android seems to be reinvigorating the compact class of cameras, bringing together convenience and image quality. Is Android like Tobasco sauce, simply…
The Microsoft Brand Smartphone, Surface in the Palm of Your Hand…
The Surface tablet is already entrenched in the hot new Windows 8 eco-system but Microsoft has left the destiny of its Smartphone in the hands of Nokia, Samsung and HTC. The Wall Street Journal has this week reported rumours that plans are afoot to change this, and soon. While Steve Ballmer may be unwilling to…
The Google Nexus 10 preview, a windy introduction…
Samsung and Google’s latest lovechild, the Nexus 10 is a tablet so sleek the iPad is said to have a crush on it. Pictures and a video of the latest Nexus tablet have appeared via website BriefMobile, setting the tech world abuzz. This may also be partially due to Google postponing the October 29 launch…
Microsoft Xbox SmartGlass App, Free Download of the week for Android owning Xbox Gamers…
Microsoft is working hard to make the Xbox the centre of our living entertainment, now they are bringing in the smartphones to assist. With the introduction of the SmartGlass application for Windows and Android smartphone’s the Xbox’s interface has been put in the palm of your hand. Able to convert any Windows 8 or Android…
Call of Duty: Black Ops II versus FPSRussia and his friend Charlene the Quadcopter of Death, she packs heat…
The launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops II draws near. The 13th of November has been marked in the calendars of FPS (First Person Shooter) video game fans around the world. One of the most popular video game franchises in history will soon have a new edition. The build up to a big budget…
Boxee TV Cloud DVR, Flattening the Boxee…
Cloud based video storage takes an interesting twist with the introduction of the Boxee TV. Adding to the Boxee Box’s media playback abilities the new Boxee TV is able to record HD free to air TV channels using its dual tuners. Recording to a virtual and unlimited drive in the clouds. Challenging the need to…
Air Fuel Synthesis, producing fuel from thin air…
Clean fuel, the dream of the global warming era has moved one step closer. As the world struggles to find a system that offers the convenience of our petrol economy with the future proofing of green fuels Air Fuel Synthesis (AFS) may have cracked the code on the impossible, producing hydro-carbon fuel from air and…
LG’s Elevator of Scare…
LG, life is good until you climb aboard LG’s special elevator. Upon entering the lift all looks normal, nothing to see here, until you press the button. In that moment the riders mind expects the lift to start its journey, instead the floor of the elevator appears to fall away, leaving them at gravities mercy….
The Rise of 4K TV, Introducing Ultra High Definition…
Television, our window into a world of entertainment is evolving before our eyes. The next advancement in TV technology is taking shape; the rise of 4K television is nearly upon us. This week the CEA (Consumer Electronics Association) have formally established the 4k standard and given it a catchy new name in the process, UHD…
Razer Blade Gaming Laptop Version 2.0, The Star Wars Edition and the Annual Refresh…
Razer, makers of gear for gamers have recently announced the updated Blade gaming laptop, version 2.0 is upon us. To celebrate the occasion Razer has also created the Star Wars: Old Republic Blade, a one of a kind prize. The Blade still remains the most portable and stylish 17 inch gaming laptop on the market,…
The First Juke-R rolls off the production line. The Hottest Hot Hatch in History…
According to website MotorTrend the first Juke-R has left the production line and is ready for delivery. For a short while this first in line shopper will be the member of a very exclusive club, driver of the only road ready Juke-R, anywhere. With a number of modifications since its initial build the Juke-R is…
GoPro Hero 3: Black Edition, the Action Shot Can Do Camcorder…
GoPro , makers of the can do Hero camcorders have this week unveiled their latest creation, the GoPro Hero 3 family of action video cameras. Able to go places that normal camcorders would fear to tread the GoPro with their multitude of housings and adapter plates are the action shot camcorder of choice. The new…