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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Officially Announced, Boasts 6.4″ Super AMOLED Display

By Jackson Chung August 9, 2018

It’s official, the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 boasts a larger 6.4-inch (2,960 x 1,440) Super AMOLED display, an ultra high-capacity 4,000mAh battery that promises “all-day” usage, 128GB / 512GB of built-in storage, a 10-nanometer processor, 6GB / 8GB of RAM, stereo speakers and the variable aperture f/1.5-2.4 12-megapixel primary camera. However, the biggest update is the S Pen, which incorporate Bluetooth, enabling you to not only doodle, but use it as a remote control for selfies and presentations. Continue reading for another video, more pictures and information.

Stealth Fighter-Inspired NARKE Electrojet is an Electric Jet Ski That Can Run for 90-Minutes on a Single Charge

By Jackson Chung August 9, 2018

Sleek and stylish, the NARKE Electrojet is essentially a stealth fighter-inspired electric jet ski, or to be more specific, it’s touted as the “world’s first electric-powered personal watercraft (PWC).” It offers 60 hp of water shredding fun, and is capable of speeds up to 35mph. Continue reading for another video, more pictures and information.

Stinky Shoes? Panasonic’s MS-DS100 Deodorizer Will Soak Up the Smells in 5-Hours

By Jackson Chung August 9, 2018

Have stinky shoes, and at least 5-hours to spare? Look no further than the Panasonic MS-DS100 Shoe Deodorizer. Simply plug the device in with the bottom nodes placed over the top of your shoes, and then highly charged ions are used to penetrate through the material, thus dissolving odor-causing particles. If the normal 5-hour mode just isn’t enough, there’s also a 7-hour long mode, which according to the company, is for “when you are especially concerned about smell or pollen.” Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Sony Commemorates Selling 500-Million PlayStations with Limited Edition PS4 Pro

By Jackson Chung August 9, 2018

Sony has decided to commemorate selling 500-million PlayStation consoles – 525.3-million to be exact – by releasing a limited edition PS4 Pro. Limited to just 50,000 units worldwide, the bundle includes a translucent-blue console with matching DualShock 4 controller, a stand, headset, and a PlayStation Camera. Continue reading for an unboxing video, more pictures and information.

Making Your Arms Look Bigger and 10 More Strange Photoshop Troll Requests

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Photo credit: James Fridman via Bored Panda

James Fridman, better known as the “Photoshop Troll” on social media, is back yet again, with another round of requests. First up, we have one user who just wanted “bigger arms,” but instead was transformed into a gorilla-like creature, rather than just have his biceps / shoulders enlarged. Others include: wanting to be a real super hero, polishing up a picture, and lost more. Continue reading to see the highlights.

70-Year-Old Pokemon GO Player Uses Up to 12 Smartphones to Catch Rare Creatures, Becomes Internet Sensation

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Chen Sanyuan, a 70-year-old man from Taipei, Taiwan, may just be the most dedicated Pokemon GO player in the world, so much so that he even created a custom bicycle with up to a dozen smartphones to catch rare creatures. It all started when his grandson introduced the game to him, and combined with his passion for bicycling through Taipei, the rest is history. Currently, he spends 5-6 days a week and up to 10,000 yuan ($1,500) per month on his hobby.

Inkas Bulletproof Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Limo is Designed for VIPs, Has Apple TV and 4K Display Inside

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Inkas’ 2018 Armored Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG Limo is a vehicle designed for VIPs, or just anyone who demands the ultimate in luxury and protection. The exterior boasts BR 7 grade armor, which can withstand 7.62mm AK-47 rounds and blasts from two hand grenades. On the inside, you’ll find 4K Apple TV integration, a 4K ultra-high definition TV monitor, voice-activated controls and even a motorized bar. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Ford Partners with Ekso Bionics to Create Futuristic “EksoVest” Exoskeleton for Factory Workers

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Ford partnered with Ekso Bionics to create the “EksoVest,” an exoskeleton designed to elevate and support a worker’s arms while they perform overhead tasks. It can be worn by those that are between 5 feet 2 inches tall (1.58 m) to 6 feet 4 inches tall (1.95 m), and offers lift assistance from five pounds (2.2 kg) to 15 pounds (6.8 kg) per arm. “Building vehicles is physically a tough job. “We care about our employees and are trying to help them do their jobs with the least amount of wear and tear on their bodies possible,” said Ford executive Bruce Hettle. Continue reading for another hands-on video, more pictures and information.

Don’t Pay $110, Get Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa for $59.99 Shipped – Today Only

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa is perfect as your primary device, or a backup, and it’s being offered for just $59.99 shipped, today only, originally $109.99. Enjoy your entertainment with a fast 1.3 GHz quad-core processor. Fire HD 8 offers 50% more RAM than Fire 7 for faster performance. Fire HD 8 features a 1280 x 800 high-definition display with over a million pixels (189 ppi) and a bright, vivid picture. Enjoy movies and games in a crisp, clear HD resolution, with less glare and more brightness thanks to a stunning IPS (in-plane-switching) LCD display. Product page. Continue reading for another hands-on video review and more information.

Photographer Uses Huawei P20 Pro Smartphone to Capture Incredible Photo of Milky Way Galaxy

By Jackson Chung August 8, 2018

Photo credit: Daniel K. Cheong via Peta Pixel

No, photographer Daniel K. Cheong from the UAE did not use an expensive DSLR to capture this incredible photo of the Milky Way, but rather just a Huawei P20 Pro smartphone. How? First, he mounted the phone to a tripod, and then used its Camera Pro mode at ISO 1600, 20s, and f/1.8. “I currently on Reunion Island, which has a very clear night sky free of light pollution, so it was the ideal conditions to test astrophotography with the Huawei P20 Pro,” the photographer told PetaPixel. Continue reading for another hands-on video and more information.