G Shock GW-7900-1ER watch review

When one think of the term “gadget,” the first things that come to mind are most likely going to be smartphones, tablets, and other portable connected devices of the sort. However, for most people, watches were really the first gadgets they owned. Today, we’ll be taking a look at the G Shock GW7900-1ER watch from the Tic Watches store. While the G Shock moniker has become more of a fashion item since the original Casio watches used in the military, the GW7900 retains many of the features that make a G Shock, well, a G Shock. Full review after the break!

Think Geek USB Flash Drive review roundup

USB flash drives. These days, they’re ubiquitous. But most of the time you’ll find that flash memory is packed into mundane sticks that really are quite full to look at. To solve this issue, our friends over at Think Geek sent us a variety of thumb drives available on their site. Today, we’ll be taking a look at seven that come in all shapes and sizes, some serving an unexpected function and each unique in its own way. Which one was the best? — Our full review after the break!

Blizzcon cancelled for 2012, Blizzard is y'know too busy making games

Year in and year out at the Anaheim Convention Center, just a block away from Disneyland, Blizzard holds their annual convention, Blizzcon. Well, except for this year. Apparently, the developer and multi-million dollar Warcraft provider, have too much on their plate for 2012 that they had to simply cancel the event, citing a “jam-packed schedule” as the reason. But that doesn’t mean that they won’t be doing something else in its place; something like a world tournament for Battle.net. — More after the break!

Apple launches iBooks 2 for digital textbooks on iPad

“What’s wrong with education cannot be fixed with technology,” Steve Jobs once said. It’s true that little can be done in tech field to make teachers, their school districts, and parents change the way in which they prepare a proper lesson plan. But they CAN take steps to nudge them in the right direction. Apple has focused on the consumer market for decades now, and with its appropriate household name, it hopes to be one synonymous with education reform and getting kids back on track to want to learn again by giving them, and their teachers, the tools needed to spark their interest. — More after the break!

Penny Arcade to start offering video game coverage

There’s a shift in the tectonics plates in what is now known as “video game journalism”. People are moving, sites are being formed, and new Avenger teams are being assembled. But what does it all mean? Maybe not a lot, but as in the words of Ben Kuchera, Penny Arcade’s new editor in charge of video game coverage (for lack of a more precise title atm), “I don’t think it says much, other than the fact people are starting to really invest in good writing, as egotistical as that sounds.” It makes sense considering that the biggest sites like IGN and Gamespot attract viewers through headlines, whereas the refined gamers who enjoy editorials flock more towards sites with large editoral personalities. So what does this mean for Penny Arcade? — More after the break!

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GlaDOS voice actress Ellen McLain reads letter to Princess Celestia -- (Video)

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GlaDOS voice actress Ellen McLain reads letter to Princess Celestia -- (Video)

Alright, in my defense I had to wiki “Princess Celestia” just so I could get the context of this video before posting it. But for all you bronies, well then I guess this one’s for you… and for science. 

Microsoft stays mum on continued Xbox Live hack coverage, blames customers

When you’re the victim of fraud most people tend to think that they’re going to get immediate support to help remedy the issue. I mean c’mon, we’re talking money here! Y’know, the stuff that makes the world go round? Unfortunately, a quick resolution to this sorta of theft is as big a dillusion as thinking you’re going to feel right-as-rain upon arriving at the hospital after a horrific car crash. It’s just not going to happen, especially when you’re given the run-around. Specifically, after a stunning number of frauds being reported within the past week from Xbox Live, you’d think Microsoft would be ready with a band-aid at least, no? Sadly, so is not the case. In fact, their public statement reassures customers that there’s nothing going on beyond users being too lax with passwords and letting their guards down against phishing tactics. The facts say otherwise. — More after the break!