Apple II drum sequencer surfaces for chiptune composers

November 30, 2011

No, this isn’t a recycled news item from the 1980s — it’s 2011, and MJ Mahon and 8 Bit Weapon have just announced the release of the Apple II DMS Drummer, a wavetable-based drum sequencer for Apple II-era machines. The monophonic synth reproduces eight drum sounds like bass, snare, rim shot, hand clap, tom, hat [...]

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This Carbonite-Frozen Han Solo Is the Only Chocolate I Want This Holiday Season [Star Wars]

November 30, 2011

Here’s the official Carbonite-Frozen Han Solo Chocolate Bar just because I love you. George Lucas has no shame. And sometimes I don’t care. This 4.5-ounce dark chocolate measures six inches in length. For , Leia approves. [Think Geek] More » Gizmodo

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The New Essential Apps November 2011 [Apps]

November 30, 2011

iPhones. iPads. Android. Windows Phone 7. We’ve updated all of our essential apps lists to include a few forgotten favorites, some long awaited arrivals and, as always, even more amazing apps. Check them out! More » Gizmodo

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Your Android Phone Is Secretly Recording Everything You Do [Video]

November 30, 2011

If you have any decently modern Android phone, everything you do is being recorded by hidden software lurking inside. It even circumvents web encryption and grabs everything—including your passwords and Google queries. More » Gizmodo

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Get Your Life In Order, Become a Bug, and Solve Puzzles with Your Own Creations [App Deals Of The Day]

November 30, 2011

Getting stuff done is easy when you have three things to do. When that number hits about 25, it gets a bit more difficult to remember when and where you’re supposed to be. We can help you save a little cash while getting your life in order. And while you’re at it, add some time [...]

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Siri for Android Sucks Even Worse than Siri for iPhone [Android]

November 30, 2011

Want a digital personal assistant like Siri but without all that iPhone? You’re not alone. Cluzee, a new app for Android, promises to fill that void. Unfortunately, Cluzee needs a little more time in temp school. More » Gizmodo

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IT Company Plans Total Ban on Internal Email [Email]

November 30, 2011

A French tech company wants to eliminate all internal email, claiming only 10 per cent is actually of any use. It thinks internal forums, wikis and instant messaging are the future. More » Gizmodo

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FCC Allows AT&T to Withdraw Merger Application

November 30, 2011

FCC allows AT&T to withdraw application to buy T-Mobile USA stating that AT&T didn’t demonstrate the merger’s public benefits would exceed its costs. MobileTechNews

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A DIY Privacy Monitor I could use in public

November 30, 2011

The site Instructables generally has some terrific DIY projects that you can try at home, and this one is definitely up there with one of their greatest. As you can see in the image and the video after the jump, it is essentially making a monitor that only a special set of glasses can see. [...]

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All I want for Christmas is the Toyota Fun-Vii

November 30, 2011

Toyota has created one of the ultimate concept cars, and like most concept cars, I doubt there will be many copies of this on the road. This is the Fun-Vii, and it is the best combination of a smartphone and a car that doesn’t end with a flattened mobile device. In case you can’t tell [...]

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