NYT: FAA’s New Electronic Device Rules to ‘Go Into Effect Next Year’

NYT: FAA's New Electronic Device Rules to 'Go Into Effect Next Year'The New York Times is reporting that the Federal Aviation Administration is about to finalize its loosened restrictions on in-flight gadget use—more than a year after it first announced it was mulling the idea.

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The New Nikon 1 AW1 – World’s First Underwater Digital Camera With Interchangeable Lenses

Nikon 1 AW1 - World's First Underwater Digital Camera With Interchangeable LensesNikon recently announced the Nikon 1 AW1, the world’s first digital camera with interchangeable lenses that can all be used underwater. It will also be simultaneously launching two dedicated lenses for this camera.

What Are The Best Toys For Preschoolers? Here’s The Toy Industry Winners

Collection of award-winning preschool toysEach year, the Toy Industry Association presents the top toys in a variety of categories the coveted “Toy of The Year” award. This week, I’m happy to showcase the premier preschool toys from the past five years, and I know I’d have had a blast with this cool stuff when I was in preschool…

Looking For A Link Between Video Games And Violence Distracts Us From Real Issues

Looking For A Link Between Video Games And Violence Distracts Us From The Real IssueIn light of the media frenzy kicked up by GTAV, the topic of video games and their link to violence seems worth a revisit. To be frank: video games do not cause violence or aggression. We need to stop arguing about whether or not they do and move on: there’s more important things to discuss.

Add A Bit Of Deep Space Charm To Your PC With The Astronaut USB Light

Add A Bit Of Deep Space Charm To Your PC With The Astronaut USB LightAre you looking to add a bit of the universe to your PC? The Astronaut USB Light might be just what the doctor ordered. It’s small, it’s practical, and it’s…well, it’s actually really, really cool.

Turn Your Home Into Aperture Science With Cool Portal Stuff!

fun Portal Stuff for you in this ultimate list!Although you won’t find any big red buttons, repulsion gel or cake on this list, any fan of Valve’s videogame series will certainly enjoy thinking and living with Portals!

Get Plugged In To The 2013 Tokyo Game Show!

The Tokyo Game Show is in late September!It’s almost time for Japan’s answer to America’s E3- Are you ready for the Tokyo Game Show?

LittleBits Brings Modular Design To Electronics Innovation

LittleBits Modules Bring DIY Electronics To The MassesInventor Ayah Bdeir thinks she might just have a lock on a reliable, unique way to foster electronics innovation in the average consumer: modular design. To that end, Bdeir has invented littleBits – circuit-board building blocks that quite literally make electronic design a snap.

Wrap Your Device In A USB Condom Before Using Strange Ports

USB "Condom" Will Shield Your Phone From Attack On Public PCsNo, this isn’t a euphemism. There’s actually a peripheral known as a USB condom; designed to keep you safe when using public USB ports. Designed by int3.cc, it works by allowing only the power pins of a USB jack to connect – meaning you can charge your devices in even the dirtiest port without fear.

SpecialEffect Launches Playing With Your Eyes Crowdfunding Campaign For Disabled Gamers

SpecialEffect Working To Release Eye-Operated Video Game SystemSpecialEffect is looking to unlock gaming as a pastime for more than just the (relatively) able-bodied. On Friday, the UK-based charity launched its first crowdfunding campaign on Gambitious. Its goal is simple: it wishes to purchase a specialized controller that will let the disabled play  video games with their eyes.