Andrew Bell + Google = Adorable Vinyl Androids

Author: Admin | Posted: Monday, February 8th, 2010 | Filed In: Cool
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Avid Android user Andrew Bell has collaborated with the big G to release these Android Toy characters who hail by “Creature”,”Darknet”, “Reactor” and “CopperBot”. Series 1 features 12 different designs in blind-boxed case of 16, scheduled for a release February 10th online at a SRP of $7.25 per, then released a few weeks after as a limited release in toy and collectible shops, online and off. Get a better look at these Vinyl Androids in the gallery below…

Don’t Judge A Book By It’s Cover’s… Cover?

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Monday, February 8th, 2010 | Filed In: Gadgets
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Introducing the BookBook, which is quite possibly one the classiest Laptop covers we’ve ever laid eyes on. Currently offered in black and red for 13″ and 15″ laptops, word on the street is that they’ve even got an iPad edition in preparation. This one will set you back $80 if your inquiring…

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Heinz Unveil’s Ketchup Packet Update…

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Monday, February 8th, 2010 | Filed In: Living
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It looks like 2010 is not only the year for technology based innovation, but also forms of condiment dispersal. Say hello to Heinz’ first new ketchup packet in 40 years—the dual-function Dip & Squeeze. Facilitating regular squeezing or above-sauce utilization after you tear off the top, the new package holds three times as much ketchup as before. Catch a hands on after the break, and try keeping the salivation to a minimum…

“A.D.” Aspires To Be The Unstoppable Godfather Of All Zombie Movies

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Friday, February 5th, 2010 | Filed In: Movies
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Thats an impressive aspiration to say the least, and is also what creator/screenwriter Haylar Garcia hopes “A.D.” (his animated zombie short film) will manifest into. There’s a possibility this project will never see completion as “A.D.” is currently sans-studio status, but we’ll definitely keep you posted on development. Definitely don’t miss the teaser for “A.D.” below the break…

Samsung’s Transparent AMOLED Notebook Coming To A Store Near You?

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Friday, February 5th, 2010 | Filed In: Technology
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Looking to expand your range of vision while computing? Looking no further then Samsung’s AMOLED Notebook, which PlusPlasticElectronics notes is set to release within a year. OLED-Info also mentions that Samsung wants to dominate the transparent display market, meaning releasing atypical products such as a transparent automobile navigation system to be placed on a windscreen… No word on an OLED tablet though, and we don’t think the masses are quite ready for that!

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Initially I was bit hesitant on M. Night’s live adaptation of the widley popular American animation “Avatar: Airbender”. The Show was brilliant written and executed from start till finish… Was a live adaptation even really necessary? Well after watching this official Superbowl trailer, i’ll have to say, “Yes indeed.”. Mr. Shyamalan’s choice of casting is still rather questionable, and even a bit conversional, but regardless it looks plain fun. Catch the prematurely dropped trailer for “Avatar: Airbender” below, and what’s your opinion?

Nasa & GM Present Their Collaborative Robotic Astronaut: R2

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Friday, February 5th, 2010 | Filed In: Technology
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NASA and General Motors have combined forces to developed and produce Robonaut 2 a.k.a. R2, a second gen humanoid robot intended to assist humans in space. Even without working legs, R2 has the ability to lift up to 20lbs on either arm, and function in environments too hazardous for us mere humans. Immensely stronger and technologically advanced than it’s 10 year old predecessor, you can catch live footage of the “R2″ below…

“Tokyo Sky Drive” Is A Trance Inducing Trip Though The Metropolis

Author: Team NWS | Posted: Friday, February 5th, 2010 | Filed In: Cool
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Cat2525jp’s Tokyo Sky Drive is one fantastic voyage and we ain’t talking Lake Side. The mesmerizing footage is of an actual ride on Tokyo’s elevated Yurikamome line, then filmed on a vertically flipped Sony XR500V, and features music by a Furrow Dub / Sugar Plant. Don’t miss this one below…