Scientists believe that fly eyes are perfectly shaped for manufacturing efficient solar cells. Specifically, copying the eye of the Blowfly would allow solar cells to “collect sunlight from a larger area than just light that falls directly on a flat surface.” More
Scientists are saying that the Triceratops dinosaur—you know, the three horned one—was actually a juvenile form of a Torosaurus, the three horned dinosaur you don’t know. Apparently, dinosaurs’ skulls can shape-shift. More
Chikara Ohno ’s “Rolls” twists and turns through the air like giant silvery ribbons, using giant coils of aluminum siding as floor-to-ceiling decor and as chic glass topped tables. I hope the edges aren’t sharp. More
Apparently, your local library is the biggest DVD rental store in the US. According to a survey released by the Online Computer Library Center, US public libraries lend an average 2.1 million movies/day. That’s more than Netflix, Redbox and Blockbuster. More
You’ve seen the 70-gigapixel picture of Budapest . Here’s a picture of the gear that took the shot. That’s two Sony A900s with massive 400mm Minolta lenses attached. Combined, these guys took 20,000 images to create the world’s largest photo. [ Wired ] More
They’re not the flashiest keyboard shoes around but for those looking to add a subtle geeky touch to their wardrobe, this QWERTY keyboard shoe sole definitely does the trick. I wonder what what my WPM would be wearing them. More
From green roofs to tree filled corridors to entire high rise floors left to plants and wildlife, forward looking architects are combining technology and imagination to bring nature into modern homes and buildings. More
We think Apple’s Magic Trackpad marks the beginning of the end for Mac OS X . Other reviewers of the Magic Trackpad touched on other subjects. Here are the highlights of what they said. More
Actually screw it, you can if you want to. Seeing a washing machine have a seizure is totally worth it. [ Laughing Squid ] More
Google Earth’s an incredible (and incredibly useful) piece of software, but there’s still something to be said for the good old, three-dimensional globe. This one not only celebrates the brass-detailed spheres of yore but controls Google Earth for good measure. More
Real-time tactics evolve with StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty , Blizzard’s long in the making sequel to one of the most beloved, bestselling sci-fi strategy games of all time. Oh, so you’ve heard of it, then? More
The University of Central Florida has developed a full-body motion-control video game that promotes abstinence. It lets tween girls control avatars that are placed in social situations that may lead to making out and, gasp, sex. More
