Boston Dynamics, an American engineering and robotics design company, became a household name a short time ago when the dancing videos of their surprisingly mobile robots went viral (you must've seen one of the videos!). Now, 8 months later, they’ve done it again… with a choreographed parkour routine. That’s right, recent posts from Boston Dynamic’s Twitter page show their … [Read more...] about How Robots Failing Today Will Protect Humans Tomorrow
Gadgets & Products
The Age of Bluetooth Earbuds
Apple AirPods spawned what can be known as the end of wired earbuds, at least in mainstream markets. Following their release in December 2016 and corresponding to their announcement that the iPhone would be ridding itself of the headphone jack (a bit suspicious), Apple paved the way for Bluetooth-enabled earphones to dominate the market. Though hardly the first of its kind … [Read more...] about The Age of Bluetooth Earbuds
Virtual Reality is Here to Stay
Virtual Reality (VR) is no longer the novel technology that captivated a young generation ready to try out a new gaming experience. It has evolved into a personal entertainment system, a draw for bars looking to expand their customer base, and if recent news is any reference, a form of business communication. Virtual Reality submerges you into a virtual world via a headset with … [Read more...] about Virtual Reality is Here to Stay
The Influence the Gameboy Had on the World
To say Game Boy was the first handheld gaming device would be a disservice to the innovative systems that were available prior to its release; however, Game Boy’s influence gripped the handheld gaming world for decades to come, a feat previous devices could only aspire to. What set Game Boy apart from its predecessors was an intriguing new development within the gaming space, … [Read more...] about The Influence the Gameboy Had on the World
The Success and Failure of the Walkman
With music at the fingertips of most people, it can be easy to forget the predecessors that paved the way for modern portable media players. Synonymous with 80s culture, the Walkman was lauded for its portability and privacy in an era where music consumption was largely a family or friends affair. An ideal product for introducing the public not only to portable stereos but to … [Read more...] about The Success and Failure of the Walkman