End of the World 2013: DE-STAR Project Proposed after Asteroid 2012 DA14 Flyby, Russian Meteor Blast
In California, two scientists are proposing a system project called Directed Energy Solar Targeting of Asteroids and exploRation (DE-STAR) that can possibly reduce asteroids and meteor threats to planet Earth. The timing seems perfect after the Asteroid 2012 DA14 near-Earth flyby and Russia meteor blast that both occurred last February 15, 2013.
Sony PS4 Rumors: Playstation Scheduled for a November Launch at US$429 Price
Sony has just unveiled the PS4 in a New York event and the curiosity on the Playstation’s availability and price started to swarm numerous web sites. Kotaku web site claimed that Sony will launch the PS4 on November with a price of US$429 or US$529 depending on the internal memory capacity.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Rumors: Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor or Exynos Octa 5?
When Samsung launched the Exynos Octa 5 processor at the 2013 Consumers Electronics Show (CES), it was immediately speculated that the latest processor will be incorporated in the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4. The rumors had an interesting twist after a Korean publication claimed that Samsung will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor instead.
Two Women Hid Boy for 8 Years, Both Convicted of Kidnapping
In Texas, San Augustine jurors convicted a mother and daughter who took an 8-month-old baby boy in 2004 and hid him for 8 years. Gloria Walker was sentenced 30 years in jail while her daughter, Krystle Tanner, will concurrently serve the sentence of 8 years for kidnapping and 8 years for reckless injury to a child.
Firefighters Rescue a Toddler Trapped in a Washing Machine
Parents should keep their eyes on their children at all times. In the Shandong Province of China, firefighters rescued a 3-year-old girl that got trapped in a washing machine.
Apple iPhone Mini: Release Date in Summer at $330 Price According to Morgan Stanley Analyst
Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty suggests Apple could launch the iPhone Mini in summer to increase the company’s sales in China. The iPhone Mini will reportedly have a $330 price that will aid the technology giant to further improve its current market share.
2013 Russia Meteor Blast: Debris Collection Determines the Space Rock Composition
Scientists have collected the debris from the meteor blast that hit Russia on February 15 to examine the nature and composition of the space rock. A debate has now begun on the question if it was a meteor or a comet that caused the unexpected blast in Chelyabinsk.
Google Nexus 4: White Bumper Case Appeared in the Canadian Retailer Eastlink
A white-colored Nexus 4 has been previously reported on several tech web sites but Google and LG did not confirm or deny the existence of such smart phone. However, the Canadian retailer Eastlink put up the white Nexus bumper case for sale.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Rumors: 5G WiFi Feature and March 14 Release Date?
Device enthusiasts will be more excited with the Samsung Galaxy S4 due to the latest internet rumors that surfaced about the upcoming smart phone. The Galaxy S4 will reportedly feature a 5G WiFi and a release date on March 14.
Police Officers Under Investigation, after Submitting Police Dog Peach's Witness Report
In England, the West Midlands police officers are under investigation after they submitted a witness report that police dog “Peach” filed as a joke. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) did not find the prank amusing and complained the gravity of the situation to the internal affairs division of the West Midlands police station.
Google Nexus 4: Ubuntu Touch Developer Preview on February 21
Canonical’s Ubuntu Touch Developer Preview for Google’s Nexus 4 and Galaxy Nexus smart phones will have its launch on February 21. The upcoming preview is planned for the enthusiasts and developers who wish to have a sneak peek at what Ubuntu can offer to their devices.
Russian Meteor Shower 2013 Not Due to Asteroid 2012 DA14 Flyby, NASA Scientist Confirms
The 2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 near-Earth flyby and the Russia Meteor Blast both occurred last February 15 but National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) scientist Don Yeomans confirms the asteroid flyby did not cause the unexpected meteor blast in Chelyabinsk, Russia.
2013 Russia Meteor Blast: Russians Unite to Clean Up and Fix the Damages
In Russia, Chelyabinsk residents were stunned last Friday morning when a meteor blast unexpectedly destroyed windows of industrial establishments and injured almost 1,200 people. The traumatizing incident caused the Russians to unite in cleaning up the mess and fixing the damages that the meteor blast caused.
2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 Flyby: Best Views in Australia
The 2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 will be at its closest distance to planet Earth as it passes by and Australia will have the best views on early Saturday morning. Though the asteroid’s flyby speed is about 18,000 miles per hour, it will still be visible as a tiny speck of light at the major viewing locations in Asia, Eastern Europe and Australia.
‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Craze on 2013 Valentine’s Day
Couples all over the world celebrated the 2013 Valentine’s Day. Some people had the traditional romantic dinner with flowers and chocolates while the others took the celebration to a whole new level inspired from the “Fifty Shades of Grey” craze.
2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 Flyby: How Did Scientists Monitor the February 15 near-Earth Track?
Asteroid 2012 DA14 will make a remarkable near-Earth flyby today, February 15, and NASA officials confirmed that the asteroid is will not collide with the planet. The 2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 flyby can be described as a “near-miss” experience but how exactly did the scientists determine and monitor the asteroid’s track?
Samsung Galaxy S4: Exynos 5 Octa Processor Featured in an Overview and Demonstration Video
The excitement and anticipation on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 smart phone just got a level higher with a released synopsis video of the ARM big.LITTLE tech featuring the Samsung Exynos 5 Octa Processor. The video has been posted on YouTube for viewers to watch the explanation on how the multi-core processor works.
2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 Flyby: Where to Watch Online on February 15
The 2013 Asteroid 2012 DA14 flyby is fast approaching and the curious viewers can witness the asteroid’s near-Earth passage through a live online webcast. The Bareket Observatory in Israel offers the live online webcast of the asteroid’s flyby on February 15 with the use of a remote telescope.
Apple iPhone 6 Rumors: Upcoming Smart Phone with Bigger Screen Display and 8-Core Processor?
Jefferies industry analyst Peter Misek made a variety of predictions on the upcoming Apple iPhone 6. His predictions included a bigger screen display on the latest smart phone as well as integration of an 8-core processor.
Nokia Lumia 920 Offered at the Price of $49.99 on Amazon Wireless
Amazon Wireless is now offering the Nokia Lumia 920 smart phone on a two-year contract price cut of $49.99. New AT&T customers can apply for the discounted price and include a new line account for one person or the whole family.
Nexus 7: How to Install the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Update
Google Nexus users are offered with a couple of available methods on how to install the highly-anticipated Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update in their devices like the Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10. For the Nexus 7, users can either choose from using a simple trick that usually works with these kinds of updates or downloading the latest Android software from Google then install the update manually.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Rumors: Smart Phone to Feature Hand-Gesture Technology?
Numerous rumors have surrounded the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 in the past months but the latest one that surfaced on the internet could make the smart phone enthusiasts anticipate more. Samsung will reportedly incorporate the high-technology hand-gesture feature on the Galaxy S4.
UFO Sightings: Strange Bird-Like UFOs Appeared in Mexico [VIDEO]
Numerous social media web sites have reported about strange bird-like UFOs captured on camera in Mexico. YouTube username “pisosmadera” posted the video footage titled “'UFO,S Incredible Fleet synchronized OVNIS oleada Enero 203 mexico” captured on January 26, 2013 and it immediately went viral with over 200,000 viewers.
Nexus 4 Wireless Charger Available at Google Play Store
Nexus 4 users will be pleased to know that the QI wireless charging device has been officially available since Monday at the Google Play Store. The Nexus 4 Wireless Charger costs $60 with a shipping time of less than one week.
Samsung Galaxy S4: Wireless Charging Device Details and Release Date Rumors
Latest smart phones are being designed thinly so wireless charging became an alternative. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has reportedly demonstrated through photographs that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 will sport a QI wireless charging device.
Nexus 4 Battery Life: 5 Tips to Prevent Rapid Battery Drain
Consumers are always considering battery life when it comes to choosing their desired smart phone like Google Nexus 4. Numerous functions and applications can cause the rapid battery drain of the Nexus 4 but there are solutions to solve such problem.
Nexus 4 Battery Life: 5 Tips to Avoid Battery Drain
Consumers are always considering battery life when it comes to choosing their desired smart phone like Google Nexus 4. Numerous functions and applications can cause the rapid battery drain of the Nexus 4 but there are solutions to solve such problem.
UFO Sighting Caused the Mysterious 2013 Super Bowl Power Blackout?
The unexpected power blackout during the 2013 Super Bowl got even more mysterious. In a video footage available at YouTube, two strange UFOs with red lights were spotted hovering above the Louisiana Super Dome before the power was suddenly cut out.
Nokia Lumia 620 to Hit Australian Stores with a Low Price on February 22
Nokia has officially confirmed that a low-priced Lumia 620 Windows Phone will arrive in Australia on February 22. Consumers can get their hands on the Nokia Lumia 620 that only costs $329 across the Australian retail stores such as JB Hi-Fi, Allphones, The Good Guys, Dick Smith and Harvey Norman.
Paul Baier Offered His 14-Year-Old Daughter a $200 Contract to Deactivate Her Facebook Account
Responsible parenting stories are truly inspiring. Take the example of a father named Paul Baier who offered his 14-year-old daughter, Rachel, a $200 worth of contract to deactivate her “Facebook” account.