GM has partnered with engineers at Carnegie Mellon University to develop the “Caterpillar”, an autonomous Chevy Tahoe that uses radar technology to control the vehicle. Expect “driverless cars” to hit showroom floors “within a decade”, says GM executives. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Samsung touts its 82-inch concept display as the world’s largest “ultra high definition” LCD TV. It boasts a phenomenal 3840 x 2160 native resolution. Other technical specifications have not yet been announced. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
At $20,000 (with 37-inch plasma), the Virtual GT racing simulator features a 500W speaker system, a 4-corner independent suspension, MasterCraft racing seat, force-feedback steering wheel, electronic controls, fully adjustable chassis, and an integrated hands-free intercom system for use in multiplayer mode. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Is the future Blu(-ray)? Currently, there is no clear cut winner just yet, but this highly-detailed Pirates of the Carribbean diorama would sure like to sway your vote. Continue reading for a short preview of this attraction. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Philips demonstrated at CES, its high-tech 42-inch display that uses “patented multi-view lenticular technology in combination with advanced 3D display signal processing to provide an extraordinary 3D viewing experience.” Best of all, multiple users can view the 3D content without the use of special glasses. Video after the jump — includes a wall of 9 displays. Click here for first picture in gallery.
The sleek Belkin n52te gaming pad sports 15 fully programmable keys, a backlit keypad, enhanced tactile feedback, and an adjustable soft-touch wristpad. If anything, the n52te is great for playing Unreal Tournament 3. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Designed by Ryan Han, the Bello Touchscreen PMP combines a hand gesture-controlled interface with “deep navigation” No word yet on pricing and availability. Click here for first picture in gallery.
Shaking the player turns all your files to iconic pieces of paper you can stack and organize. Tipping the player over another (like a teapot) initiates a file transfer
[via YankoDesign]
If you’ve been wondering (or haven’t seen this episode) what Conan O’ Brien has been doing during the writers strike, then check out this clip. Continue reading to watch.
What do you do when your writers go on strike? Well, you play Rock Band of course
That’s right, Yoda and Darth Vader make a special appearance in this CES 2008 Soul Caliber IV trailer. Hopefully, they are unlockable characters in the US release. Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
The $2500 Tata Nano was officially unveiled today at the 9th Auto Expo in New Delhi, India. This vehicle boasts a “30hp 624-cc engine; a four-speed manual transmission; a disc/drum brake setup; room for five; and claimed fuel economy of 54 US miles per gallon.” Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.
There’s no power steering, and you’ll find more instrumentation on many wristwatches — the Nano has only a fuel gauge, speedometer, and oil light
[via Autoblog]