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Inks Are Being Used For Much More Than You’d Expect

NewsBeatr — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 13:16:13 +0000

While the printer on your desk probably isn’t anything out of the ordinary, unless it happens to be a next generation 3D printer, the technology in it is actually being used in some weird and wonderful ways. Printer ink technology is now being used to print tissue and bones, create solar panels and flexible electronics, among others. Here are some of the most advanced inks to have a look at.

The Impressive Origins of the Digital Camera

straminsky — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:56:29 +0000

If you thought digital cameras were an invention of the late 90′s think again! It was first proposed in 1961 ! Check out these first digital cameras.

Ridiculously Cool, But Massively Expensive Cameras

NewsBeatr — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:45:56 +0000

Yeah we may be in the grips of one of the deepest recessions in living memory, but once a gadget freak, always a gadget freak. So you can only imagine what my credit card looks like after I read this post about specialist cameras?! Well, actually, I couldn’t afford any of them – they’re just too expensive.

Fiat Acquires 35% Stake In … Chrysler

NewsBeatr — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:07:33 +0000

Times are strange. And weird things are happening that would have been unthinkable just a few months ago. Including an Italian carmaker taking a large stake in one of the world’s biggest car brands, Chrysler. What next?

I Heart Wireless Printing

NewsBeatr — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:06:51 +0000

I hate cable clutter. Loathe the stuff. If I could get a wireless display, then I’d have it. And printers, at times the bane of my existence, are one of the main culprits. Just one printer and you end up with at least two cables, strewn over your desk like spaghetti. So when I saw this roundup of 2008′s best wireless printers, then I thought I should share it with you.

Obama Day Is Here

NewsBeatr — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:12:03 +0000

So today is the day. After ~~months~~ years of hype and pent up expectation, Barrack Obama will be inaugurated today in Washington DC as the president of the United States of America. Wow. Don’t get me wrong, I wish the guy well as much as anyone else. But this hysteria is just getting ridiculous. And problematic. For Obama, with unprecedented approval rates, has the hopes and dreams of an entire country upon his relatively inexperienced shoulders. Watch it all unfold live online and wish him the best – he’s going to need it.

Upgrading to The Latest Family Friendly Printer

NewsBeatr — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:40:52 +0000

I print a lot of documents, consuming more than my fair share of ink and paper. Even at home we tend to go through more supplies than anyone I know. If you are spending too much on ink supplies or, like me, hate the sight of cables on your desk, then have a look at these family friendly inkjet printers for using at home.

BOA Gets a Bailout Too. Where’s Mine?

NewsBeatr — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:35:56 +0000

This is just getting ridiculous! Seems like the equation goes something like this: if business is bank and subprime is true then bailout. Now it’s Bank of America’s turn!

When Parkous Goes Wrong

NewsBeatr — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:24:45 +0000

Mind your kids: parkour aka. free running aka jumping off buildings has hit the mainstream. And here’s what it looks like when it goes wrong!

A Map of Undersea Internet Cables

NewsBeatr — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 10:47:35 +0000

Unfortunately I have the displeasure of suffering from internittent internet connectivity. It drives me insane. An hour without the internet feels like an eternity, which in itself is actually quite a sad indictment of my mostly online life. But where does that connection come from? This map of undersea cables answers a lot of those questions.