Although I didn't receive a CR-48 from Google for testing out, the Google Chromebook Team e-mailed today that the Samsung Chromebook on sale June 15th was exclusively available today at Gilt, a members-only shopping site. The world's first Chromebook will be available to the public on June 15. But with this limited-access sale, you can get first dibs on the Samsung … [Read more...]
Lockheed Martin In The News: Thwarts Cyber Attack, Buys Quantum Computer
Lockheed Martin is in the news recently for two reasons: they recently detected and mitigated "a significant and tenacious attack" on its network a week ago and the company bought the first commercial quantum computer. Cyber Attack "As a result of the swift and deliberate actions taken to protect the network and increase IT security, our systems remain secure," Jennifer … [Read more...]
Byte-dock, A New Docking Station For The Mac Book Pro
Docking stations help bridge the gap between when you want a laptop and when you want a desktop. Byte-dock has a new docking station for Mac Book Pros that looks pretty sleek. It is an all-in-one docking solution No need for extra cables Works with all MacBook Pro models from mid-2010 onwards No requirement to purchase another power adapter (unlike other docks) Simple … [Read more...]
HP’s WiFi Mobile Mouse – Dongle-Free For Your Convenience
HP has a wireless mouse that doesn't use Bluetooth, has twice the battery life of other wireless mice, and doesn't require a dongle. If those three features sound good, check out the HP WiFi Mobile Mouse. It is a laser mouse for optimum tracking with 5 customizable buttons. Its real trick is using the 802.11 WiFi protocol to communicate between the mouse and your computer up to … [Read more...]
Robotic Librarian at the University of Chicago Starts Work Tomorrow
The new Joe and Rika Mansueto Library at the University of Chicago houses cutting-edge facilities for preservation and digitization of physical books, as well as a high-density underground storage system with the capacity to hold 3.5 million volume equivalents. With its soaring elliptical dome and prime location on campus, the Mansueto Library's Grand Reading Room, which opens … [Read more...]