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Thursday, May 7, 2015

Gizmodo Australia- Featuring "10 Tech Breakthroughs That Will Shape the Future"


GADGETS 

10 Tech Breakthroughs That Will Shape The Future 

Nobody can tell us what the future will hold, that much is always true, but what we do know is that technology will help us get there and achieve our dreams. The stuff of science-fiction has been made real by high-tech pilots like these. Here’s what will change the world.
SCIENCE 

Giz Explains: Everything You Need To Know About CRISPR, The New Tool That Edits DNA 

CRISPR, a new genome editing tool, could transform the field of biology — and a recent study on genetically-engineered human embryos has converted this promise into media hype. But scientists have been tinkering with genomes for decades. Why is CRISPR suddenly such a big deal?
GEEK OUT 

This Feather Is Actually Made Up Of Thousands Of Naked Human Bodies 

It may not look like it but the image of a feather you see above is actually comprised of thousands and thousands of naked human bodies. Seriously, look at the up-close shots of the feather below, and you’ll see bodies laid out holding each other to form each string.
GADGETS 

For People With Disabilities, Smartwatches Can Be More Than Just A Toy 

It’s fun to mock the Apple Watch for being an expensive, needless gadget for nerds with oversized phones and too much money. But if you stop and think, there’s a second — and far less douchey — group of people for whom a smartwatch can make all the difference.
MOBILE 

Going DIY Against Poor Mobile Reception Could Land You In Jail 

Poor mobile reception is super annoying, especially at home. Missed calls, terrible quality audio and ongoing dropouts is enough to drive anyone to look for a solution. But looking for you own solution can be very illegal. 
GADGETS 

Apple Won A Design Patent For Its Watch 

If you can patent a black rectangle as phone, you can patent a smaller one as a watch. At least according to the US Patent and Trademark Office, which has awarded Apple a design patent for its new wearable.
ONLINE 

22 Official Complaints From People Who Got Royally Screwed On Airbnb 

If you ever try to book a rental on Airbnb and the owner asks you to pay via wire transfer, don’t do it. Don’t even think about it. It’s a scam. It’s always a scam.
SOFTWARE 

Has Instagram Ever Nudged You To Make A Major Life Change? 

You may have heard that many New Yorkers — perhaps even people you personally know! — are moving to Los Angeles. But apparently they’re not moving because of the harsh winters or the high rents or the bad Mexican food. They’re moving because of Instagram.
MOBILE 

Sony Launches Selfie Smartphone 

As annoying as the whole selfie fad is (don’t get us started on the sticks), sometimes it’s actually pretty handy to be able to snap a picture of yourself. But is it worth buying an entire phone for?
CARS 

Aussie Startup Can Help You Save 20% On Your Car Fuel Bill 

GoFar has launched an F1 inspired device that works like a fitness band for your car. Not only does it help you drive more efficiently to save fuel, it can track data such as fuel use and sync it to your phone. 
GADGETS 

Funny Ad Shows How Dumb Futuristic Smart Homes Can Be 

Video: A smart home is supposed to make your life easier. Doors open when you’re near, lights turn on when you walk by, TVs rise up on command and everything can be powered by a phone. This goofy ad by Dutch insurance company Central Beheer pokes fun of the convenience of smart homes by showing how it makes things stupid easy for robbers too.
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