Walyou

Walyou

Link to Walyou

Floating hoverboard from Back to the Future arrives right on time

Posted: 15 Sep 2014 07:00 AM PDT

Floating hoverboard

The world might not exactly look like Back to the Future claimed it would by this point in time… but we’re almost there. A critical part of it, that is the flying hoverboard, arrived before the movie was deemed a vile lie, so we’re now rejoicing. Because everything in it totally happened, ok?

Because no one wants to live in a world where Back to the Future lied, there is a real, working floating hoverboard out there, based on the Mattel Replica. It uses magnets integrated in the board in order to suspend itself in the air and actually float.

This hoverboard can only stay suspended over its base and won’t actually float on asphalt or water, which might be a consistency problem for the movie, but we’ve never been to Hill Valley, so maybe the entire city was built as a hoverboarding paradise. See? That’s what happens when Biff is not the mayor. You can buy the product from its developers here, at €1,950.

Be social! Follow Walyou on Facebook and Twitter, and read more related stories at 11 Epic Items Every Back to the Future Fan Needs to Have and Rare Set Pics From The Back To The Future Series Surface.

12 Artworks Inspired by Stanley Kubrick Films

Posted: 15 Sep 2014 06:00 AM PDT

Come play with us

One of the most creative and inspiring film makers of the last 50 years, Stanley Kubrick, known for such films as Full Metal Jacket, A Clockwork Orange, The Shining, Lolita and Dr. Strangelove among others, also inspired some incredible works of art.

At the Spoke Gallery in San Francisco there’s an excellent exhibition called ‘Kubrick – An Art Show Tribute’ with over 60 artists giving their interpretations to their favorite characters, scenes and concepts from his films.

Come Play With us, Stanley by Dave MacDowell

The Shining by Van Orton Design

All Work no Play by Epyon5

Death of the Author by Tim Doyle

Born to Film by Guillaume Morellec

 

Born to Kill by Anarkitty

Not so bad by Ivonna Buenrostro

A Clockwork Orange by Eiko Ojala

Stop Dave by Sam Ho

2001: A Space Odyssey by Tracie Ching

We Were Afraid of a Doomsday Gap by Sam Gilbey

Lolita by Bartosz Kosowoski

Via: 

For a bit more on awesome stuff about Kubrick, check out this Pictogram of movie posters.

 

Windows 9 Video Showcases Your Most Wanted Feature

Posted: 15 Sep 2014 05:00 AM PDT

Microsoft Windows presentation

With the Windows 9 tech preview rolling out, we get our first look at Microsoft's new operating system ahead of its public release.

There are many things that you, I and likely many other people dislike about Windows 8. Commonly despised is the 'Metro' theme of squares and live tiled widgets that Microsoft included to accommodate disgruntled tablet users and those using laptops and computers with fancy, hi-tech touchscreens. Then, in no particular order, there's the unnecessary charms bar and its rarely used hotlinks, the removal of the Start button and the fact that Windows became harder to navigate despite 'navigation' being the one thing an operating system is meant to be good at. So in short, Windows 8 was a bit of a dud. Windows 9 hopes to improve that though and in a recorded video of the operating system in action it's guaranteed to give us our most well-liked Windows features back.

The first thing you'll note in the video above is that yes! Finally! We have our beloved start button once again! Well, sort of. It's not 'Start' as we know it because it's still labelled with the Windows logo, but its functions appear to be the same as that helpful menu we last saw in Windows 7 (or in a Windows 8 mod if you're particularly tech savvy). Just like before we'll get a quick list of programs with easy, pinnable access to many others, but, those pesky live tiles are back. They're less annoying than before though, which is good and the video above suggests that we'll be able to add, remove and reposition the live tiles as we see fit to save them from billowing out across our desktop wallpapers like the contents of a trash bag following a hurricane. We know that the charms bar (the list of settings that comes up when you move your cursor down the right side of the screen in Windows 8) has been removed too. Although it wasn't shown in the video, earlier Windows 9 leaks suggest that it's hit the scrap heap so that's fantastic news for the Windows purists and those who felt shafted by Windows 8's design.

For those who did appreciate Windows 8's Metro theme though, Microsoft are still catering to you too. Rather than being an uncomfortable juxtaposition of modern, touch-friendly design and the Start menu days of old, you'll now be able to choose which one your computer uses. If you liked the Metro style then in Windows 9 you'll be able to enable it in seconds, switching between the two options in no time at all.

It looks like Microsoft are listening then and Windows 9 already looks like a massive improvement – and that's just apparent from a two and a half minute video. It will be nice to see what else their brand new operating system has up its sleeves and we'll keep you posted once we know more.

Be social! Follow Walyou on Facebook and Twitter, and read more related stories, Microsoft Prepares to Acquire Majong, Minecraft's Maker for $2B, Microsoft Vows to Protect Your Data From Government Snooping

Dell Venue 8 7840 Is the World’s Most Interesting Tablet

Posted: 14 Sep 2014 01:49 PM PDT

Dell Venue 8 7840 01

…and not just the most interesting Android tablet, as it easily beats anything Apple would throw at it. For starters, this 8.4″ tablet is the slimmest in the world.

Of course, that alone wouldn’t have made it the most interesting in the world. While a particular company was busy launching the 2012-specced iPhone 6 and the ever-so-not-spectacular Apple Watch, Michael Dell himself took over the stage at the 2014 Intel Developers Conference in San Francisco and introduced this beauty to the world.

Its incredibly crisp display is only matched by the one of the Samsung Galaxy S, and that’s only because the display of the Dell Venue 8 7840 is made by the South Korean giant. Just that… in Dell’s case, the same display is actually better, and that’s explained by the almost non-existent bezel. That’s right, the display of this tablet runs from edge to edge, so the 2560 x 1600 OLED panel provides a far more immersive experience.

With no bezel, how are you supposed to hold this tablet? In a horizontal orientation, there’s a grip to the left that houses the speakers and two cameras. The next logical question is: shouldn’t there be a front and a back camera instead of two in the front? Well, you’re right, but that doesn’t mean that Dell’s wrong. The Venue 8 7840 is equipped with four cameras, so you’ll also find two on the back of it.

What’s the point of having four cameras? 3D photo and video shooting, of course! This tablet is the first one to sport Intel RealSense, a technology that enables the tablet to tell the depth. On top of that, the tablet can also estimate the distance between two points in the picture. The triangulation is performed with the help of three of the four cameras.

While not perfect, the Intel RealSense technology works, so there is a great basis Dell can improve upon. Developers might get to bring their contributions by creating apps to take advantage of this technology.

Not at last, in terms of specs, the Venue 8 7840 includes Android 4.4, a quad-core 2.33GHz Intel Atom Z3580 processor, Wi-Fi (and very probably Bluetooth, as well) connectivity and 32GB of storage that’s furthermore expandable via a microSD card.

Dell has yet to announce the price and the launch date of this marvelous tablet, but it sure made a few Android fans anxious to hold the Venue 8 7840 in their hands.

Be social! Follow Walyou on Facebook and Twitter, and read more related stories about Dell’s future mood sensing computers that resemble ‘Her’, and the Dell Venue Android smartphone.

Incredible Concept Art From Thor: The Dark World & X-Men: Days of Future Past

Posted: 12 Sep 2014 06:00 AM PDT

All of Asgard

Concept art is often the visual basis for plenty of the comic book films you see each summer, including X-Men: Days of Future Past and Thor: The Dark World, with the work of Jonny McCoy making it look quite brilliant.

McCoy released a lot of the work he did on both movies (he also did some of the concept art on Edge of Tomorrow) through his website, where there’s more of his work to be scene, on this movies and other projects.

Thor: The Dark World

For the second installment in the Thor film series, McCoy did a brilliant work on creating a beautiful Asgard.

X-Men: Days of Future Past

For X-Men, his designs focused on how the unbeatable Sentinels will look like.

 Via: i09 & Katharine Trendacosta

For more concept art you’d like to check out, here are some brilliant artworks that were the basis of some visuals on classic Disney films.

iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus: Five Things You Might Have Missed

Posted: 12 Sep 2014 05:00 AM PDT

iphone 6 iphone 6 plus image 2

With the announcement and soon to be worldwide launch of the latest iPhone from Apple, here's the five important items you might have missed.

From Cupertino, California, the HQ for the consumer electronics megalith founded by the famed two "Steves” (Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak), Apple unveiled their next iPhone this morning in front of a crowd of tech-thristy media. Not just one iPhone though, but two.

Launching worldwide on September 19, is the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. We've already done a proper detailing of the newest iPhone models, but with all the info that's come all this week, you might have missed some tiny, albeit important bits. Thankfully, we've managed to group all that has slipped through the fray and placed them all here in this five-point list:

1. Subtle Design Choices For The iPhone 6 & 6 Plus

The iPhone 6's rounded, edge-less new build certainly makes it stand out against its past, square-ish revisions, but there are other interesting tiny design choices to take note of, mainly with the first thing most users interact with when using their iPhone, the power button.

Oh, but wait! Button, button, where's the power button? Not on top of the iPhone like in models past; the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus now have their power buttons located on right-hand side of the mobile device. The move was most likely done to accommodate a more ergonomic grip, especially for the larger Plus, which is a behemoth on the hands already.

2. iPhone 6 Plus – More Than Meets The Size

Yes, the iPhone 6 Plus is bigger; 5.5 inches diagonally of prime 1080p HD viewing real-estate, to be precise. But if you're picking up the XL version of the iPhone 6 in the next couple of weeks, you're not just getting bigger. The iPhone 6 Plus has some interesting differences that set it apart from its little brother, mostly in part to its size.

First, the phone, when turned on its side, can display in landscape mode just like an iPad. In fact, this neat trick makes most of its usefulness in built-in apps like Mail, Calendar, and others. Also, the iSight camera on the iPhone 6 Plus has an optical image stabilization feature - not found on the iPhone 6 - that's good for jittery selfie takers.

When it comes to battery life, the Plus reportedly has an astounding talk time of 24 hours over 3G, compared to the 14 on the regular iPhone 6. For internet usage, the Plus lasts 12 hours on a Wi-Fi connection (11 hours on an iPhone 6), and for video playback, the mobile device can deliver up to 14 hours on a single charge (only 11 hours on an iPhone 6).

3. M8 Motion Coprocessor – For Your Health!

Apple is getting serious about health. And in response to the numerous health-conscious wearables that have entered the mobile market, the chipset that drives the latest iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus is built in mind to provide the best accurate metrics when it comes to your body.

Behind all this is the new M8 motion coprocessor, which now adds a barometric sensor along with the gyroscope and accelerometer sensors that are already included in previous models. Having that added layer of data is actually a pretty big deal, as it helps apps read the workout intensity between a casual walk and a brisk bike ride.

It also, being a barometer, can detect elevation, which I’m sure can come in handy for rock climbers. Already, Apple has commitments from Nike and other third-party app makers to make good use of all this data once iOS 8 launches.

4. Apple Pay – It Pays To Pay With Your iPhone

If you're still behind the curve about all this Apple Pay news, here's a more in-depth crash course. The feature, which is only available on the iPhone 6 and Plus, is Apple's foray into the mobile payment system business, where users can purchase items with their mobile devices with a simple swipe. No password typing or fumbling needed.

Thanks to the built-in Touch ID that's apart of the iPhone 6′s home button, and the newly added Near Field Communication antenna (only in the iPhone 6 & Plus), all one has to do in order to pay their bill is to hold the phone alongside a NFC reader while pressing the Touch ID with a finger. The completion of the transaction is alerted by a simple rumble of the phone.

You'll be able to store your own credit cards within Apple Pay, and already the likes of Visa, MasterCard, and American Express have all signed up for the initiative. As for major retailers who will support NFC-based payments, Staples, Macy’s, Whole Foods, McDonald’s, and Subway are just a few of the names that were shown, with more on the way.

5. Price Drops for the iPhone 5s & iPhone 5c

Not iPhone 6 related, but still important for folks looking for a cheaper alternative for an iPhone, Apple announced that last year's models would be getting a price slashing just as they've done for every new iPhone introduction.

As such, starting on September 19 (the same day of the iPhone 6/6 Plus's release), the iPhone 5s will go down to $99 on contract, and the iPhone 5c for free on contract. The 5c is pretty good option for a first-time smartphone user, so if you're thinking about getting an iPhone for a younger member of your family, I see no better choice. Also it's free!

Be social! Follow Walyou on Facebook and Twitter, and keep it here to learn about Microsoft perhaps purchasing Minecraft maker Majong for $2 billion and how Harvard’s wearable robot is getting $2.9 million in funding from DARPA.

Comments system

Disqus Shortname