Technology 
Google is recruiting kids with custom versions of search and YouTube
Most of the web is designed with adults in mind. Sure, there are plenty of websites built specifically for children, but they’re mostly cordoned off playgrounds with little more than a handful of brain-dead Flash games and “edutainment” videos. Why … Continue reading
ET deals: 52% off Dell Inspiron 15 Core i5 touch laptop, 240GB SSD for $80, more
If you’re looking for a new everyday laptop with all-around good specs, we’ve just spotted an offer for you at the oh-so-tempting price point of $500. A capable processor, lots of memory, a touchscreen and more can all be yours … Continue reading
What is tDCS, and is there actually any science behind its brain-boosting powers?
Transcranial direct brain stimulation, or tDCS, has hit the big time. By big time we mean that zapping the skull with electric current is now a science that garners serious consideration from many neuroscientists. We explore some new developments in … Continue reading
MIPS Creator CI20: The Raspberry Pi competitor that isn’t
There’s a new credit-card sized computer in town — except it’s actually about twice the size of a credit card, and twice the price of the Raspberry Pi, which it seeks to compete with. It’s called the MIPS Creator CI20, … Continue reading
BrandPost: Today’s Hot Deals: HP Touchscreen PC for $549, Polk Audio Hinge headphones for $64.96, and more
As the stockpiles of leftover turkey and stuffing dwindle, the time to find gifts for friends and family is fast approaching. Get a head start on your holiday shopping with these great discounts on HP and Dell PCs, Soundfreaq headphones … Continue reading
Long-lasting smell-o-vision may finally be a reality, thanks to Japanese ‘solid scent’ startup
The solid scent cartridges invented by this Japanese company could finally make smell-o-vision happen, and they cost less than printer ink.
Spotify offers 3 month Premium subscription for $1 amid looming competition
Spotify is looking to lock up some new premium subscribers by offering three months of the service for 99 cents. The deal is available through December 31, but note the fine print: You can’t take advantage if you’ve ever subscribed … Continue reading
NASA’s Orion launch delayed by 24 hours, due to gusty winds, faulty fuel valves (updated)
At 7:05am Eastern time (12:05pm UK time) this morning, NASA’s Orion spacecraft will launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida. This will be the first test flight for Orion, which will ultimately take NASA astronauts to Mars. Below, you can watch … Continue reading
US intel agency is developing a superconducting exascale computer and cryogenic memory
The secretive R&D wing of the US government’s intelligence efforts, IARPA, has announced a program to build a superconducting computer. IARPA will be working with IBM, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman to develop this superconducting computer, but the exact financial details … Continue reading
Honeywell Lyric review: This smart thermostat needs to wise up
Oh, the irony. Honeywell introduced a round thermostat way back in 1953, but abandoned the shape in favor of rectangles in 1960. Thermostat manufacturers relied on that basic industrial design for the next 40 years, until the geniuses at Nest … Continue reading
