Anything and Everything that is cool, hot, fresh and classic.
Wired Magazine’s article about the rivalry between Gizmodo and Engadget is a fascinating look at the two kings of tech blogging.
If you’re a fan of either site, then it’s a must read for a look behind the scenes at what makes them tick.
[Wired Magazine - Gear Blog Rivals Engadget and Gizmodo Turn the Competition Up to 11]
I AM IRON MAN!!!
Ok, so maybe not, but after watching Iron Man, you’ll want to run down the street yelling that too.
Thanks to TechCrunch’s invitation, I was able to get a sneak peak at Iron Man Wednesday, and I can whole heartedly agree with the 96% that this film is currently rocking on Rotten Tomatoes.
It’s the summer blockbuster that you’ve been waiting for, and probably beyond what you’re expecting from it.
Sure, it’s got a great theme song, and the commercials look great, but that’s just the Hollywood Hype Machine running on overdrive, right?
Wrong.
Iron Man is a solid film with a plausible (futuristic) story line, fantastic acting, and top notch tech ogling.
First: Robert Downey Jr. is a bad ass. His role as a billionaire weapons manufacturer that likes fast talk, hard liquor, expensive women and cheap thrills is perfect, and he says each line with a bravado that will surely be emulated by everyone for the next few weeks.
Second: The action doesn’t stop. Sure, it’s a CGI film with plenty of additional special effects; but keep in mind, this is a comic book based movie after all. As is expected with a summer blockbuster, the explosions are over the top, the battles drag out, and the eye candy is ever present, but it’s always done in a way that lends itself to the story line, and never seems out of place.
Third: This is a tech head’s dream flick. From 3D holographic displays and futuristic UI to a sassy computer and robotic assistants, it’s a look into the future at what everyone hopes the world will become.
If you have a chance, then go see this movie, because you won’t be disappointed.
Grade: A
Theater Worthy: Yes
[Iron Man]
If you’ve ever wondered what the offices of your favorite companies look like, then check out the Office Shapshots blog.
Walkthroughs include both web/tech companies, and larger companies that everyone is familiar with, so you can see if Tech Bubble 2.0 is alive and well, or if the perks from Bubble 1.0 have come and gone.
Though Server Quest is a bit on the tech heavy side, it’s still a great game that brings back fond memories of the early ‘90s gaming era.
Created to promote Microsoft’s TechNet, Server Quest puts you in charge of Matt Berg, an IT Guy in search of the IT Girl of his dreams.
When he finds her (Alicia Thornber) he must woo her with his vast amount of IT knowledge.
Mini-games include Packet Invaders and Office Chaos, and there’s a full serving of IT humor, so it’s a great diversion for actual IT guys, though it may be over the heads of anyone who doesn’t have a degree in computer science.
Are you ready to save the IT day?
[Via: Jay Is Games]
If you liked Neatorama’s Tech Logo Evolution article, then be sure to check out their second installment, as they dive deep into the history of your favorite automotive logo.
The evolution of a company’s logo can provide an interesting look into the history of the company and the design decisions that it made.
Neatorama has put together a fantastic list of 13 tech companies and the stories behind their logo changes, and it’s a great way to get a quick history lesson about the world of tech.
[Edit: Welcome Gizmodo, StumbleUpon and Reddit readers! If you like what you see, be sure to subscribe to the RSS Feed.]
Paul Stamatiou’s 200 Dollar PC is an impressive piece of tech, and his now completed three part guide means that you can build your own as long as you can follow a relatively simple set of directions.
Specs include 1.2GHz of Intel Celeron power, 1GB of RAM, 250GB of hard drive, and a mini-ITX form factor to keep everything small and compact.
Uses include turning it into an NAS, a HTPC, a File Server, an Internet Termanal, an Art Piece, or anything else that you can think of, since for 200 big ones, you’re basically making a computer experiment.
What will you do with yours?
[Paul Stamatiou - 200 Dollar PC - Part 1]
As with all new and heavily hyped tech products, the Amazon Kindle has been gutted and examined from every angle to determine exactly what’s inside.
It’s not exactly the most exciting undressing, but some people seem to love this type of tech porn, so if you like to see what everything is made of, then this link is for you.
[Amazon Kindle Disassembly And Take-Apart Guide]
[Via: The Raw Feed]
A few bits of news from around the Blogosphere:
[Kineda]
Ever wonder what social media and tech news websites would look like as somewhat sarcastically sketched comic illustrations? Now you know:
[Via: Drivl]
