Apple vs. Predator
March 29, 2010 by Bernd Kling
In an extensive patent lawsuit against HTC Apple says it invented the “slide to unlock” feature. A video proves it to be wrong.
Transformer: DARPA announces the Flying Car
December 28, 2009 by Robin Lange
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency seriously wants somebody to build it, and preferably sooner than later. Project Transformer (TX) starts on January 14, 2010.
11 exploding Iphones in France (and counting)
August 27, 2009 by Bernd Kling
Since Apple dismissed the case of an exploding Iphone as an “isolated incident” more reports are surfacing about similar incidents. French consumer safety agency DGCCRF is investigating the cases.
Flossie, robotic motorcycle rider
July 21, 2009 by Bernd Kling
This robot is self-learning while riding on a stationary bike. The test rider bot was developed by Castrol to evaluate its lubricants.
BMW shifts “Project i” into high gear
March 9, 2009 by Robin Lange
It started in 2007 as a long range project for developing a new breed of eco cars. Now BMW is leaking what is going to come.
2019: Microsofts Brave New World
March 4, 2009 by Bernd Kling
At the Cebit trade show Microsoft announced the availability of its Surface computer in 12 overseas markets. Microsoft bets on a world going touchy-feely. In an impressive video Microsoft Office Labs envisions computing as we will experience it within the next ten years.
Porsche goes hybrid – and talks about a small electric sports car
February 25, 2009 by Robin Lange
The Cayenne SUV hybrid is coming in 2010, followed in 2011 by the hybrid version of Panamera, Porsche’s first sedan. There is even talk about a real electric sports car made by Porsche.