Profiles in Geekdom: Designer Behind Digg, Eightbit.me
Earlier this month, we wrote about a quirky new character profile Website, EightBit.me. Even if you've never heard of Eightbit.me, there's a good chance that you know what Digg.com is. The relation...
View ArticleKinect hack controls a USB rocket launcher
There are now hundreds of Microsoft Kinect hacks in the hacking community right now. When you have hacks such as the Super Saiyan impersonator and the robot controller too, it didn't take too long for...
View ArticleKinect hack lets you play 3D Tetris
Ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a Kinect with a hack of a cult classic game? An even more addictive, albeit basic, 3D game of Tetris, complete with Wiimote to move blocks around.
View ArticleiPhone app uses facial recognition to secure your phone
It there's one thing really irritating about leaving your iPhone out with friends, it's when they unlock to unleash all kinds of madness (usually on your Facebook) while your back's turned. You can...
View Article6 essential things every geek should know or own
Happy Geek Pride Day! May 25 is here, and while the date coincides with other events such as the 1977 theatrical release of Star Wars: A New Hope, Towel Day, and a celebration of Terry Prachett's...
View ArticleHack gets MeeGo onto Nook Color, runs seriously well
The Nook Color getting hacked isn't exactly new -- there are plenty of Nook Color hacks now, from installing different versions of Android to improving battery life or storage space. It's pretty...
View ArticleiOS 4.3.5 is out; Redsn0w jailbreak works
Earlier today (Monday), Apple released iOS 4.3.5, a security update that patches a flaw in its handling of security certificates. If you're looking to jailbreak 4.3.5, though, here's some good news:...
View ArticleLinux now runs on iPad, Tuxedo optional
Everyone loves a good tablet hack -- after all, look at all the interest in hacking the Nook Color and the HP Touchpad. So it's no surprise that iOS devices have been successfully hacked to run Linux.
View ArticleKickstarter project aims to take geocaching into space
Have you ever been geocaching? While it may seem a little lame to those who haven't, there is a slight thrill to being able to track down a hidden item using only clues and a set of co-ordinates from...
View ArticleHacker creates makes iOS look like OS X Lion
Do you happen to be one of those people that really love Mac OS X Lion? Or perhaps, on the other end of the spectrum, you feel Lion's a bit too much like iOS? Well, now it's more than just similar,...
View ArticleApps: Five Siri alternatives that give your older iPhone a voice
After last week’s iPhone 4S unveiling Siri was one of the most talked-about features. With Siri, the iPhone 4S will be able to answer just about anything you ask it, from the weather report to nearby...
View ArticleiOS 5 jailbreak is already here; geeks not surprised
If the newest update to CyanogenMod wasn't enough to keep you occupied this week, here's some more news for cellphone tinkerers: You can now jailbreak iOS 5 using the Redsn0w version 0.9.9b5.
View ArticleSemi-tethered iOS 5 jailbreak developed, useful on the move
Earlier in the month, Geek Tech reported on the iOS 5 jailbreak, which dropped less than 24 hours after Apple announced the latest software update. Like any new jailbreak, it's only constraint (other...
View ArticleiOS 5 has a hidden panorama mode that works on jailbroken iPhones
iPhone users, rejoice! It appears that iOS 5 has it a hidden option to let you create panoramic photos.
View ArticleSteam gets hacked: Here's how to keep safe
If you're a gamer who plays titles that use the Steam platform from Valve, you may want to keep a close eye on your personal data.
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