Putting a strong emphasis on things that aren't video games, Microsoft debuted the new Xbox One this afternoon. Don't get us wrong, the games look sick (at least the EA Sports ones they showed off along with a few others), but the way the device lets you interact is really awesome. Power the unit up by simply saying, "Xbox on," then talk to it to watch live TV, change channels, preview what's on different networks, and use Windows 8's Snap Mode to run an app on the side of the screen while you're watching a movie, TV, or playing a game. Kinect is all redone with far more precise motion detection. There will be exclusive content (starting with a Halo series) and Xbox Live is getting a huge bump going from 15,000 servers to 300,000 so your content can be stored and accessed from the cloud all ... continue reading
How many times have been watching a video on your laptop, iPad, iPhone, Android, smartphone, tablet, etc. while you were sitting on your couch? Unless you're nothing like us, there's probably a TV less than twenty feet away that it would look and sound much better on. Why don't you want it on the Apple TV you already ... continue reading
You probably already know the benefits of using whiskey stones instead of ice in your drink. Basically, they cool your drink without watering it down so you get all the flavor you expect at a bit more pleasant temperature. With these Icon Whiskey Stones, you can add a bit more fun to your boozing experience. Available ... continue reading
Skype has been the greatest thing for some (beautiful people) and the worst for others (Steve Buscemi). Still, no matter where you fall on the Adonis scale, you're going to want to both look your best and see the person you're chatting with in their best light as well. Doing this on your phone or your crummy laptop ... continue reading
When Apple first rolled out the iPad, we immediately knew we'd be shelling out the extra cash for the 64 gig model. Sure, there was a very good chance that was far more storage than we'd need, but we were quite aware we'd be cramming that thing with a ton of videos. Letting that audio and video sit idly by is not ... continue reading
iPhones. Blackberries. iPads. Droids. iPods. Regardless of what your mobile device of choice is, they all have one thing in common—the battery is never big enough. Sooner or later, you're going to need a tether yourself to a wall outlet for a while or there's not going to be any Angry Birds in your near future. Or ... continue reading
The only thing we lose more frequently than our keys is the remote. Programming our brand spanking new universal remote to work with the tv, apple tv, Comcast box, receiver, media computer, Roku box and the lights was the single greatest victory we achieved since college... and then we lost it. We found it eventually, ... continue reading
Creating high quality video without what we like to call the "Blair Witch Effect" is damn near impossible unless you have crazy expensive equipment. We love the fact that the DSLR can record HD video, but we spent enough money on the rig already that we don't want to spend another couple thousand on a steadycam setup ... continue reading
Be completely honest here people, if you still pay for cable TV you only do it to get your sports fix (potentially to host a Super Bowl party) and watch Food Network with the lady (we secretly watch it even when she's not around.) Between Netflix and Hulu, the mobile device apps, the TV networks posting things on their ... continue reading
Occasionally there are products that are just too cool not to write about... even if they're only conceptual and might never get produced. The Zion Eyez HD Video Glasses are a perfect example. With 3 hours of battery life, 16GB of HD storage and built-in wifi, they'll give Tony Hawk AND Ron Jeremy a run for their money. ... continue reading
Touch screen devices and games go together like T n' A or beer and, well, anything. Just because you see it on a regular basis doesn't mean you want to touch them any less. When it comes to games though, pounding at your screen furiously isn't going to improve your score - but Joystickers will. Designed to maximize ... continue reading
We're fairly convinced that this "remote" is actually a device sent from the future because it looks like it's straight out of Star Wars, Stargate, Battlestar or one of those other super nerdy space shows that we pretend to not like but secretly love. It starts with the same specifications as it's older brother the ... continue reading
Did you see Jaws 3-D and think, “Hey, I could shoot something better than this in 3D?!” Well, unless you were planning on filming yourself going to the bathroom, you were probably right, and now you can prove it. The ViewSonic 3DV5 is a pocket-sized camcorder that lets you take videos and still shots in HD and ... continue reading
So you've got one of those brand new iPad thingies to surf the Interwebs. And update your twittermathingy so all your loyal followers know you're on the crapper. And play the same board game you've owned since you were 6. Now what? Just lay it on the table and take pictures of it so you can upload it to your website ... continue reading
Even with your PS3, Xbox360, HTPC, Apple TV, and your cell phone of choice, you might still be feeling a little disconnected in your living room. Can you watch Netflix on all of those devices? Sure you can, but then how will you tweet? How will you check out your favorite teams stats? How will you check your email? ... continue reading
Bose Audio is known for... well, audio. You've probably wandered in to one of their showrooms and been impressed by the big sound coming from a set of speakers the size of sugar cubes. We're not sure how they do this--elfish pixie dust, probably--but the results speak for themselves. Bose has now decided to get into ... continue reading
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