Many modern vehicles (2008 or newer) have a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that alerts the driver when the tire pressure is getting low. In fact, it's required for all new vehicles in the US following legislation that was prompted by the 2000 Firestone tire issue. For my car, that means this little orange light comes on to tell me if a tire reports that it is low on air … [Read more...]
404TS Asks: Should I trade in my Palm Pre for the Samsung Epic 4G?
Sprint has finally made the release date of the Samsung Epic 4G official after multiple rumors gave incorrect dates. The news release was just published and states that the Epic 4G will be available on August 31st. The smartphone will cost $249 after $150 instant savings and $100 mail-in rebate for those signing a two year contract. Details from the Samsung Epic 4G Fact Sheet … [Read more...]
Product Review: Rust-Oleum Dry Erase Paint
As part of moving into my house, I had big dreams to finally create my ideal office. Even though part of that fell through when the cooling for my datacenter window air conditioner in my office had to be removed, I still had high hopes after being stuck in a few apartments that allowed minimal modifications. In this day and age, what does every good office have to have? A white … [Read more...]
Today’s iPhone 4 Press Event – Free Cases For All!
Apple is hosting a press event today to address the issues that are being discussed daily in the media: iPhone 4 dropped calls by holding the phone a particular way. Since we can't all make it to Cupertino, Macworld is doing an excellent job covering the event with a Macworld Live Blog. Be sure to check that out for the full scoop. Apple has a video and I've included some … [Read more...]
MakerBot and 3D Printing Premieres on CBS News
One of the segments of tonight's CBS News featured MakerBot, the open-source 3D printer. The MakerBot is able to produce three dimensional objects in plastic up to 4" x 4" x 6". 3D printers are nothing new but taking the open-source approach and being provided affordably in home-built kits is what makes MakerBot news-worthy. RepRap is the project that MakerBot is derived from … [Read more...]