Anyone who works as a freelancer these days has to be at least a bit familiar with techie things. But it isn’t just that. When I was a kid and those vaguely SF puppet shows were on the television and all the other kids wanted to be Greg Gogetem or Steve Savetheuniverse, I wanted to be the guy in a white coat and glasses called Doc or Brains. Here are some technology-related feeds I find useful and/or entertaining.
Slashdot » The Exoplanets That Never Were
StartsWithABang writes In 1992, scientists discovered the first planets orbiting a star other than our Sun. The pulsar PSR B1257+12 was discovered to have its own planetary system, and since then, exoplanet discoveries have exploded. But before that, in 1963, decades of research led to the much-anticipated publication and announcement of an exoplanet discovered around Barnard's star, the second-closest star … [Link]
Mashable » More Flights Arrived on Time in July, But More Passengers Complained Anyway
The first half of 2014 was rough for travelers flying in the United States: Delays were at their highest since 2008 and cancellations topped the charts since 2000 Summer is a busy season for air travel, but the numbers reported by the major carriers for July showed improvements, according to a report from the Department of Transportation. Among the 14 largest … [Link]
Mashable » Australian Patient Tests Negative for Ebola
Update: In a statement, Australia's Ministry of Health has announced the patient's test came out negative for Ebola SYDNEY — Queensland health officials have called for calm after a 27-year-old man was taken to a hospital on Thursday morning with initial fears he may have contracted the Ebola virus The man had been seriously ill for two days after returning from … [Link]
Mashable » Facebook Experiments With Disappearing Posts
The ephemeral messaging apps space dominated by Snapchat keeps growing. Now it seems Facebook is adding to the trend again — in a whole new way In a question and answer section on Facebook, the company now describes how to set a post you've published to expire, a process that allows the message to disappear See also: How to See Messages … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch and iPhone 6: Taking Stock the Day After
Apple stole all the headlines and social conversation on Tuesday, as the company unveiled its latest gadgets: the iPhone 6, the iPhone 6 Plus and the Apple Watch, as well as its mobile-payments platform Apple Pay. See also: The Apple Watch and New iPhones: Everything You Need to Know On Wednesday afternoon, Mashable discussed Apple's first smartwatch, its foray into … [Link]
Mashable » American Teen Pleads Guilty to Aiding Islamic State
A woman from Colorado pleaded guilty on Wednesday to providing material support to the Islamic State — months after she told the FBI she wanted to be a terrorist Shannon Maureen Conley, who is 19 and a certified nurse's aid, was accused of providing material support to at least one person who is allegedly a member of the Islamic State See … [Link]
Mashable » With Apple Pay and Apple Watch, Tim Cook Begins to Define His Legacy
If it wasn't Tim Cook's Apple before, it definitely is now. There was a moment in Tuesday's event when Apple really became Cook's company. After unveiling the iPhone 6, the iPhone 6 Plus and Apple Pay, the CEO did something he hasn't done since he took over from Steve Jobs back in 2011. After recapping the announcements so far, he paused, … [Link]
Slashdot » Researcher Fired At NSF After Government Questions Her Role As 1980s Activist
sciencehabit writes Valerie Barr was a tenured professor of computer science at Union College in Schenectady, New York, with a national reputation for her work improving computing education and attracting more women and minorities into the field. But federal investigators say that Barr lied during a routine background check about her affiliations with a domestic terrorist group that had ties … [Link]
Mashable » Disney Expects Maker Studios to Become Next Marvel, Pixar or LucasFilm
Walt Disney Co. believes Maker Studios, the YouTube network that it acquired in March, has the potential to become the next Marvel, Pixar or LucasFilm. Maker, the largest network of channels on Google's YouTube, is growing revenue and has the potential to be profitable, Jay Rasulo, Disney's chief financial officer, said Wednesday at the Goldman Sachs Communicopia Conference in New York … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Most Epic NERF War in History! [Video]
It’s NERF time, and these geeks are taking NERF warfaire to the next level. [RackaRacka | Via TA] [Link]
Mashable » Jeff Goldblum Sings Fan-Created 'Jurassic Park' Lyrics From the Internet
Beloved actor, perpetual death-hoax subject, Internet meme and now — accomplished crooner Jeff Goldblum visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Tuesday, and told Meyers that he's been on the "Inter…net" lately. His Googling, somehow, led him straight to some fan-created lyrics to the tune of Jurassic Park's theme song Accompanied by the Late Night band, Goldblum used his camera … [Link]
Mashable » Glacier White PlayStation 4 Will Give You a Chill
Does it feel a little colder in here? Oh, that's just the Glacier White PlayStation 4, the arctically named version of the console out this week along with Bungie's Destiny. Both the console and DualShock 4 controller have been lightened. See also: The 6 Coolest Co-Op Games for PS4 When the PlayStation 4 originally came out last November, we complimented … [Link]
Mashable » 14 Key Quotes From Obama's Prime-Time Address on the Islamic State
President Obama on Wednesday night laid out what the United States would do to “degrade and ultimately destroy” the Islamic State, the militant group that is running a bloody campaign of terror stretching across Iraq and Syria. The four major parts of his strategy: Airstrikes against "terrorists" from the Islamic State, "wherever they are." More U.S. service members on the … [Link]
Slashdot » Hidden Archeology of Stonehenge Revealed In New Geophysical Map
An anonymous reader writes Utilizing a comprehensive array of remote sensing technology and non-invasive geophysical survey equipment, researchers working on the site of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England have revealed hundreds of previously unknown features buried deep beneath the ground as part of the Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project. The finds include images of dwellings from the Bronze and Iron Ages as … [Link]
Mashable » Source Tells AP He Sent Ray Rice Video to NFL Five Months Ago
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A law enforcement official says he sent a video of Ray Rice punching his then-fiancée to an NFL executive five months ago, while league executives have insisted they didn't see the violent images until this week. The person played The Associated Press a 12-second voicemail from an NFL office number on April 9 confirming the video arrived. … [Link]
Mashable » T-Mobile Announces Wi-Fi Calling and Texting for Every Customer
T-Mobile unveiled a new plan to offer free Wi-Fi calling and texting to every customer. Company CEO John Legere announced the plans during the company's Un-carrier 7.0 event in San Francisco Wednesday. See also: 7 Ways You're Killing Your Tech This means customers can make HD voice calls whether they are connected to a wifi network or one of T-Mobile's towers … [Link]
Mashable » Mike Tyson Loses It During Interview on Canadian TV
During an interview on Wednesday, former boxer Mike Tyson got very angry (not ear-bitting angry, but still) at a comment made by Canadian network CP24's anchor Nathan Downer Tyson, who is currently in Canada promoting his one-man show, met with Mayor of Toronto Rob Ford, who also has a checkered past, on Tuesday. Tyson endorsed Ford for re-election Downer questioned … [Link]
Mashable » 4 Counterintuitive Office Rules We Swear By
This article is part of DBA, a new series on Mashable about running a business that features insights from leaders in entrepreneurship, venture capital and management. When you launch your own business, it is equal parts exciting and daunting to realize that you get to start from scratch when determining how to structure both your company and your workplace — that … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Dear iPhone 6 Users. Sincerely, All Android Users Everywhere [Pic]
Thanks to our Facebook Fan Chris (and to all the others who have pointed this out today) for the tip! [Via] [Link]
Mashable » A Sneak Peek at the 'Simpsons'-'Family Guy' Crossover We Can't Wait For
One of the greatest events in animated TV history is upon us — and now, we have new pictures of the one-hour Simpsons crossover with Family Guy. In the episode, which airs Sept. 28, The Griffins find themselves in Springfield, befriending the Simpsons family. For a while, at least — as Yeardley Smith, who voices Lisa Simpson, teases See also: … [Link]
Mashable » 5 Reasons Why Apple Pay Is the Sleeper Hit of the Apple Event
It was, without question, one of Apple’s biggest days on Tuesday: The company unveiled two new larger iPhones, and, with Apple Watch, a bold entry into a new category: wearables But it was the third introduction that could ultimately change the most lives: Apple Pay. See also: How to Trade in Your Old iPhone for the iPhone 6 Apple Pay is … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Import.io Makes Converting Web Pages to APIs Even Easier
Data-mixing and Web-scraping tool import.io has added a range of new features to its free service, promising even easier ways to turn any Web page into an API, instantly. As it attracts investment and interest from some of the biggest names in data search, co-founder and chief data officer Andrew Fogg speaks to ProgrammableWeb about the new tools and future … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » WeWIN Unveils API-Based Rewards Platform
Axle Digital's WeWIN unveils an industry-first API-based rewards platform. The WeWIN platform enables nonprofits and retailers to engage and reward consumers for supporting a cause. The API-based platform can interface with a company's mobile apps, operating systems and websites, and a user dashboard enables users to monitor activity and engagement.
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ProgrammableWeb.com » What Developers Should Know Before Choosing a Secure Data Provider
This article was prepared by a guest contributor to ProgrammableWeb. The opinions expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the view of ProgrammableWeb or its editorial staff. Working with consumer data can be tricky. People are rightly cautious about where and with whom they trust their data. As developers, it’s our job to ensure … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Autodesk View and Data API Provides 2-D and 3-D Viewing for Apps
Autodesk, a 3-D design, engineering and entertainment software company, has provided an API that allows developers to add 2-D and 3-D viewing functionality to their Web apps. This means that users can view, zoom in and out, and interact with 2-D and 3-D models directly in the browser, without having to add a plug-in. It also means that developers can … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Apigee Adds Enhanced Visualization Tools to Apigee Insights
At the I Love APIs 2014 conference today, Apigee unveiled a version of the Apigee Insights analytics platfrom that adds a graph visualization tool that allows data analysts to more easily explore common events and time-based behavior patterns.
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Mashable » What Is Hope? Alex Trebek Is Bringing Back His Mustache
If you heard children singing in the streets, noticed that the sky was a bit brighter or just got a gut feeling that maybe, just maybe things were finally starting to turn around for all of us, we've found the reason: Alex Trebek is bringing back his mustache. This is not a drill. You aren't dreaming. This is very, very real. … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch Battery Life May Be Its Achilles Heel
When Tim Cook unveiled the Apple Watch on Tuesday, audience members roared with approval, making audible "oohs" and "ahhs," as the device's feature list was rolled out. But there was one feature — or rather, lack thereof — that Cook failed to highlight: battery life. During the event, the company's CEO said, "[Apple Watch] can be worn all day, for any … [Link]
Mashable » Microsoft to Phase Out Nokia Brand, According to Leaked Document
Microsoft is planning to phase out the use of its Nokia and Windows Phone brands for marketing purposes in favor of Lumia, according to a company document leaked on Wednesday. The internal memo was first acquired by GeeksOnGadgets and confirmed by The Verge. The changes are set to take affect during the upcoming holiday campaign for its phones See also: Hands-On … [Link]
Mashable » 11 Sleek iPhone 6 Cases and Accessories
While you won't be able to pre-order the new Apple iPhone 6 and 6 Plus until Sept. 12, and they won't be released for sale until Sept. 19, you can still plan how to accessorize when the day arrives. See also: How to Trade in Your Old iPhone for the iPhone 6 Companies are already selling and pre-selling battery cases, folio … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Quasicrystal quest: The unreal rock that nature made
How did a mystery mineral acquire remarkable properties not mimicked in the lab until 30 years ago? Finding out took one cosmologist to the ends of the Earth (full text available to subscribers) 
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New Scientist – News » Red sprites and gravity waves dance in a stormy sky
Some of nature's rarest and most stunning atmospheric phenomena have been captured by a storm-chasing photographer 
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Mashable » Finally, Good Environmental News: The Ozone Layer Is Recovering
Remember the hole in the ozone layer? The one caused by refrigerants used in air conditioners and aerosol spray cans? Yeah, that never really went away. Each frigid Antarctic winter, the ozone hole has reappeared, allowing higher amounts of ultraviolet rays from the sun to reach the Earth's surface. Some years, such as in 2011, a significant hole even opens up … [Link]
Slashdot » Rosetta Hunts For Comet Touch Down Site For Philae Lander
astroengine writes Attached to the European Space Agency's comet-chasing spacecraft Rosetta, the Philae lander opened one of its robotic eyes when the mission was orbiting comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko at a distance of only 50 kilometers (31 miles) on Sunday. With two high-contrast exposures, the lander captured one of Rosetta's solar panels in the foreground with the comet behind. ESA says the … [Link]
Mashable » Internet Slowdown Day Reduces Net Neutrality to a Pop-Up Ad
For all its varied opinions, cliques, communities and deep, dark corners, the Internet has shown itself to be remarkably resilient at coming together to defend one thing: the Internet. At least it had been. See also: What Would Happen to the Internet Without Net Neutrality? With the comment period coming to an end on the Federal Communication Commission's proposed broadband traffic … [Link]
Mashable » Making Phone Calls in Google Hangouts Just Got Easier
Google is expanding Hangouts' voice calling capabilities and integrating its Google Voice service into Hangouts on the web, iOS and Android. "Hangouts remains the future of Google Voice, so we’re going to keep bringing the most-loved Google Voice features into the core Hangouts experience," Google's Chee Chew posted on Google+, adding that the change won't affect users' existing Google Voice numbers, … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Who’s Faster: Superman or The Flash? [Video]
Superman is faster than a speeding bullet… and he’s kind of a jerk. Find out who’s the fastest superhero in the DC universe. [Dorkly] [Link]
Mashable » The Clock Is Ticking: What Developers Have Planned for Apple Watch
When the Apple Watch launches early next year, it will boast applications that let you pay for products, check the weather, find your car (if that car is a BMW) and unlock your hotel door (if that hotel is Starwood). It will have apps from Twitter and Facebook and Pinterest that let you do some — but not all — of … [Link]
Mashable » Etsy Bans Products Bearing Washington NFL Team's Name or Logo
Et tu, Etsy? The online marketplace for vintage and handmade goods has banned the use of the Washington Redskins' logo and nickname from its store. That's bad news if you're a Washington, D.C., NFL fan in the market for some homemade mittens supporting your favorite team. See also: 20 Killer 'Game of Thrones' Items on Etsy "In no uncertain terms, Native … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch: A Pleasantly Plump Little Electronic
In a few years, we might be hitting ourselves for laughing at new Apple products. (The iPad seemed ridiculous when it first debuted, and now look at us. Everyone has one.) But for now, we'd like to remain blissfully ignorant. This parody, from jacksfilms, breaks down all the neat little features on the Apple Watch — and how they seem … [Link]
Mashable » Obama Chooses Dying Medium to Address War-Weary Nation
President Obama will interrupt viewers of CBS, ABC, Fox and NBC at 9 p.m. on Wednesday for a rare prime-time address about his strategy for fighting Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria. Those viewers — Americans seeking a mindless reprieve from the stresses of their daily lives through shows like NBC's America’s Got Talent, ABC's Modern Family, FOX's Hell’s Kitchen … [Link]
Mashable » Rosetta Spacecraft's Lander Takes a Selfie with a Comet
You’d be hard-pressed to find a more impressive “selfie” than this! Attached to the European Space Agency's comet-chasing spacecraft Rosetta, the Philae lander opened one of its robotic eyes when the mission was orbiting comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko at a distance of only 50 kilometers (31 miles) on Sunday. With two high-contrast exposures, the lander captured one of Rosetta’s solar panels in the … [Link]
Slashdot » Google Hangouts Gets Google Voice Integration And Free VoIP Calls
sfcrazy writes Google will integrate Voice and Hangouts with the launch of its redesigned Hangouts apps for Android and iOS, as well as on the web. Amit Fulay, Product Manager at Google says, "Starting today you can make voice calls from Hangouts on Android, iOS and the web. It's free to call other Hangouts users, it's free to call numbers … [Link]
Mashable » Goodbye i? What a Missing Letter Means for Apple
As Apple made steps into two new categories on Tuesday, with the Apple Watch and Apple Pay, many were quick to notice a missing character that has long characterized the names of Apple products: the "i." Technically, the word "Apple" isn't in either name. It's the Apple logo instead: See also: Why I Won't Be Buying an Apple Watch 
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Mashable » How to Trade in Your Old iPhone for the iPhone 6
Now that Apple has announced the shiny new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, available for preorder on Friday and shipping Sept. 19, it's time to start weighing your options. Should you stick with your trusty yet suddenly obsolete iPhone model, or is it worth ditching for better battery life and some Retina HD action? If you've decided it's time for an … [Link]
Mashable » The Oscar Pistorius Verdict: What to Expect From South Africa
JOHANNESBURG — Guilty or not guilty? The verdict in the Oscar Pistorius murder trial will not be delivered so simply. Judge Thokozile Masipa will first recount and analyze the evidence given by each of the nearly 40 witnesses in the criminal case that captured considerable international attention. The verdict on whether Pistorius intentionally killed girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp is expected to take … [Link]
Slashdot » First Intel 14nm Broadwell Core M Benchmarks Unveiled
MojoKid writes Intel Execs out at IDF this week in San Francisco have let slip some actual benchmark run results on Intel's just-released Broadwell Core M processor platform. Intel has gone into detail on Broadwell's architecture and features previously and has discussed power consumption and performance expectations. However, now we finally have some cold, hard numbers, rather than just percentage … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Godzilla 2014: The Honest Trailer [Video]
A movie that barely contains any Brian Cranston… and even less Godzilla. [Screen Junkies] [Link]
Mashable » Requiem for an iPod Classic
Amid all the new products it introduced on Tuesday, Apple also quietly but officially retired the iPod classic. This was more than a little ironic, considering U2's appearance alongside Tim Cook with a splashy new Apple video that recalled the iPod silhouettes campaign from the mid-2000s. Indeed, the U2 ad feels like an homage to what is still one of the … [Link]
Slashdot » The Grassroots Future of Biohacking
An anonymous reader writes Forget about some kid engineering a virulent microbe in their bedroom. As the assistant director of the Maurice Kanbar Center for Biomedical Engineering, Oliver Medvedik, puts it, "It's extremely difficult to 'improve' on the lethality of nature. The pathogens that already exist are more legitimate cause for worry.” If anything, you're better off putting energy into … [Link]
Mashable » The Oceans May Get Too Acidic for Sharks to Smell Their Food
By the year 2100, shark populations could undergo steep declines — by up to 44% — and remaining sharks may lose much of their ability to sense the odor of food, predict two new studies. The first experimental investigation on the effects of climate change and ocean acidification on sharks is published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B. … [Link]
Mashable » What to Expect From Obama Tonight: Airstrikes in Syria, No Troops
Tonight President Barack Obama will lay out his strategy to “degrade and ultimately destroy” the Islamic State The U.S. military is already conducting airstrikes on Islamic State positions in Iraq. Now, Obama is reportedly ready to authorize airstrikes on Islamic State positions in Syria, expanding the operation against the radicals into new territory. See also: How Obama Helped Extremism Grow in … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Ohio State Marching Band’s Amazing Homage to TV Shows [Video]
An amazing homage to various TV series by the Ohio State Marching Band. I especially like the part featuring the Game of Thrones theme. That dragon was amazing! [The Lantern TV] [Link]
Slashdot » 5 Million Gmail Passwords Leaked, Google Says No Evidence Of Compromise
kierny writes After first appearing on multiple Russian cybercrime boards, a list of 5 million Google account usernames — which of course double as email usernames — are circulating via file-sharing sites. Experts say the information most likely didn't result from a hack of any given site, including Google, but was rather amassed over time, likely via a number of … [Link]
Mashable » 'Doctor Who' Companion Jenna-Louise Coleman Mum on Rumors She's Leaving
Doctor Who companion Jenna-Louise Coleman has finally addressed rumors that she might be leaving the long-running sci-fi show Well, sort of In an interview with UK's Radio Times magazine, the actress did not deny or confirm rumors that she would leave the series, saying an upcoming plotline would answer all questions about her future See also: Print Your Own 'Doctor Who' … [Link]
Mashable » A List of 5 Million 'Gmail Passwords' Leaked, But There's No Need to Panic
It might be time to change some of your passwords — again. But if you've used a Gmail password that's unique from other accounts, you might not have to worry. A list of almost 5 million combinations of Gmail addresses and passwords was posted online on Tuesday. But the passwords seem to be old, and they don't appear to actually belong … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Why Westerners are driven to join the jihadist fight
Forget indoctrination, people become foreign fighters in Syria and Iraq for far simpler reasons: politics, persecution and peer-group pressure 
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New Scientist – News » Shattering DNA may have let gibbons evolve new species
The gibbon genome contains weird bits of DNA that have been completely reshuffled. This dramatic rewriting of genes may have created new species of gibbon 
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Mashable » You Can Swipe Right for Britney Spears on Tinder
Britney Spears is single and ready to mingle, and also not that thrilled to be on Tinder Jimmy Fallon welcomed Britney Spears to the Tonight Show Tuesday night and decided to help her get a move on with online dating Her "About Me" section reads, naturally: "This better work, bitch" Extreme GoPro Video Proves Unicycling Is No Circus Trick Apple … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Today on New Scientist
All the latest stories on newscientist.com: paralysis horror of waking in surgery, more Stonehenge monuments discovered, Japan redoubles whaling efforts, new fossil reptile, and more 
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Slashdot » When Scientists Give Up
New submitter ferespo sends a report from All Things Considered about the struggle for scientific funding in today's political and economic environment. "Federal funding for biomedical research has declined by more than 20 percent in the past decade. There are far more scientists competing for grants than there is money to support them." It's a tough situation for new scientists … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Huge Moments in my Life [Comic]
Replace the iThingy with any other fun gadgets/computers/phones, and that’s totally me. I have to admit that the new iPhone 6 looks kind of nice though. [Source: Fowl Language | Fowl Language on Facebook] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Why Starbucks Baristas Almost Always Spell Your Name Wrong [Video]
Warning: Language. Yep, that totally makes sense, and I’d probably do the same thing if I’d work at a Starbucks too! [Paul Gale Comedy | Via TN] [Link]
Mashable » Chris Pratt to Host 'Saturday Night Live' Premiere
Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt will host the premiere of Saturday Night Live on Sept. 27, NBC announced TuesdayAriana Grande will perform as musical guest. Very excited to announce our season premiere on Sept 27th will be hosted by Chris @prattprattpratt with music from @ArianaGrande!! #SNL40 — Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) September 10, 2014 See also: Chris Pratt Can't … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Gain Complete Control of Your App with the Traffic Monitor API
When relying on APIs for specific functionality, staying in complete control of your app can be tricky. Most developers can identify with the frustration of dealing with a broken app because an API provider decided to change things. The availability of various APIs is such a great thing for the development of new and exciting applications, but there needs to … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » How to Build Adaptive Apps and Digitally Transform a Business
Apigee’s annual I Love APIs Conference commenced today in San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center. CEO Chet “Awesome” Kapoor led opening proceedings, clearly outlining the key themes that will be woven throughout the two days of industry presentations.
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ProgrammableWeb.com » 5 Things to Consider About App-to-App Communications
This article was prepared by a guest contributor to ProgrammableWeb. The opinions expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the view of ProgrammableWeb or its editorial staff.
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ProgrammableWeb.com » API360 Takes API Strategy Full Circle
CA/Layer 7’s API knowledge bank, API Academy, will host API360 in Washington, D.C., on Friday The free, all-day summit is geared to all roles involved in managing an API business strategy and will include a key focus on using open data APIs. Matt McLarty, VP of API Academy, spoke to ProgrammableWeb about what attendees can expect.
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Slashdot » SpaceX and Boeing Battle For US Manned Spaceflight Contracts
An anonymous reader writes: $3 billion in funding is on the line as private space companies duke it out for contracts to end U.S. reliance on Russian rockets for manned spaceflight. The two biggest contenders are SpaceX and Boeing, described as "the exciting choice" and "the safe choice," respectively. "NASA is charting a new direction 45 years after sending humans … [Link]
Mashable » Artist Turns Your Typos Into Illustrated Comedy
Remember, always spell check before you tweet. Comedian Sarah Sumeray created the alter-ego @IllustratedTypo, which light-heartedly illustrates people's spelling errors on Twitter. People's misspelled tweets about pop culture, current events and their daily lives are cleverly Photoshopped for your amusement. See also: 15 Reasons We Need Spell Check IRL Unlike the social media grammar snobs, spelling sticklers aren't going to nag … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Paralysis adds to horror of waking up under the knife
The largest ever study of patients who wake up during surgery has revealed that pain is not the worst part of being conscious in the operating theatre 
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Mashable » 11 Inspiring Videos That Will Restore Your Faith in Humanity
A letter that fell from a hijacked plane on September 11, 2001, that found its way to the right place. A group of young girls fighting the gender inequality in the world of skateboarding — and calling themselves the "Pink Helmet Posse." These are the kinds of stories that will wrench your heart and uplift you. Those stories and more are … [Link]
Mashable » The Weather Channel's Forecast for 2050 Veers Closer to Doomsday
The Weather Channel's three most recognizable names, Sam Champion, Jim Cantore and Stephanie Abrams, are featured in a new video that highlights the threats of climate change. The video shows a hypothetical weather forecast in the year 2050, using technical wizardry and relying on climate science projections Perhaps because it's such a familiar format — a daily TV weathercast — … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Jurassic corpse-eaters revealed by fossil reptile
The remains of a 3-metre-long ichthyosaur are covered in marks left by the creatures that gnawed its bones, hinting at the creatures that feasted on death during the dinosaur era 
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Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Designer Turns Gran’s Urine Into Whisky
A British designer is turning the urine of diabetic people into whisky. It’s meant more to provoke discussion than to be a commercially viable project. James Gilpin suffers from type 1 diabetes, the variant in which the pancreas produces no insulin at all, making it difficult for the body to regulate glucose levels. In older patients in particular, that can … [Link]
Slashdot » Ask Slashdot: What Smartwatch Apps Could You See Yourself Using?
An anonymous reader writes: It's official: the smartwatch wars have begun. Apple's announcement of the Apple Watch added a contender to the race already shaping up between the Pebble watch, the Moto 360, and others. Personally, my doubts about wanting one were put to rest when I learned of the health-related features. Smartwatches will be able to track your movements … [Link]
Mashable » This Is Why You Should Never Drive Into a Flash Flood
Flash floods are one of the biggest weather-related killers in the United States, with most related deaths occurring in vehicles. The National Weather Service's "Turn Around, Don't Drown!" campaign is designed to discourage people from driving into deceptively shallow waters that can easily trap or carry their vehicles downstream. On Monday and Tuesday, as the remnants of Hurricane Norbert dumped … [Link]
Mashable » Justin Bieber Booed While Stripping on Stage at 'Fashion Rocks'
Ever have that nightmare in which you're naked on stage being laughed at? Justin Bieber lived that very scenario on Tuesday night. The pop star participated in a very awkward sketch during the Fashion Rocks concert in New York City, when he stripped down to his underwear to showcase his Calvins (talk about product placement). But the crowd didn't seem to … [Link]
Mashable » Extreme GoPro Video Proves Unicycling Is No Circus Trick
When you think of extreme sports, unicycling is obviously a top contender for the most intense Well, maybe not. But this GoPro video of 18 single-wheeled-cyclists ripping through the city of Moab, Utah, is anything but a goofy clown trick 
Most people couldn't cycle here with two wheels, never mind just one. Apple Watch: A Pleasantly Plump Little Electronic You … [Link]
Slashdot » Using Wearable Tech To Track Gun Use
An anonymous reader writes: A debate has been raging recently over whether or not to equip police with body cameras so that instances of violence in the line of duty can be monitored. It's an important discussion to have, but we should also look at other technologies that could help provide hard data on gun incidents. A new paper was … [Link]
Mashable » Wall Street Is Really Into Apple Pay; Apple Watch, Not So Much
Apple analysts are very excited about the company's newest product. No, not the Apple Watch — but rather Apple Pay. "While the new iPhones and watch delivered on high expectations, we believe that Apple Pay was the star of the show and should fuel investor belief that Apple could develop a meaningful payments service that could improve earnings over time," Gene … [Link]
Mashable » The Reason Starbucks Spells Your Name Wrong
After waiting in line and shouting your order, your name is called and a nice cup of coffee falls into your hands — this may be the best part of your day. Until you realize that they spelled your name wrong. And not just a letter or two off from the common spelling, they completely obliterated it, decimating your precious … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » The True Culprit Behind Global Warming [Comic]
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Mashable » Apple Unveils One More Thing on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'
Apple unveiled two iPhones, a Watch and a new payment system on Tuesday — but the tech giant isn't done yet The company saved a product release specially for Jimmy Kimmel Live: iLine. It's perfect for Apple fanboys who truly enjoy the experience of standing in line for days to pay hundreds of dollars for a product that will be … [Link]
Slashdot » Information Theory Places New Limits On Origin of Life
KentuckyFC writes: Most research into the origin of life focuses on the messy business of chemistry, on the nature of self-replicating molecules and on the behavior of autocatalytic reactions. Now one theorist says the properties of information also place important limits on how life must have evolved, without getting bogged down in the biochemical details. The new approach uses information … [Link]
Mashable » Hawaii Wants to Move the Homeless Away From Tourist Areas
Jim Trevarthen used to teach tourists how to surf on Hawaii's famed Waikiki Beach. Trevarthen, 62, became homeless after his Waikiki landlord canceled his lease and jacked up the rent, he said. He now spends his days reading surfside and figuring out his next meal; he spends his nights finding a safe place to rest where he won't be shooed away … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Amazon Deal of the Day: Up to 50% off on Select TRENDnet Routers, Adapters, & Switches
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon offers up to 50% off on select TREDnet routers, adapters and switches. If you’re looking for some new networking devices, you absolutely have to check these deals out! [Up to 50% off on Select TRENDnet Routers, Adapters, & Switches] [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Assassin’s Creed: Unity Rap by Dan Bull [Video]
Ok, this came out 3 weeks ago while I was out vacationing and it already has almost half a million views, but if you haven’t seen it yet, this Assassin’s Creed: Unity Rap by Dan Bull is totally worth the watch. [Dan Bull] [Link]
Mashable » Dogs Will Seriously Eat Anything
A dog in Oregon made the news after ingesting 43 socks — and surviving (Hey, at least it wasn't the owner's homework.) See also: You Can Now Strap a GoPro to Your Dog Elliott gets nostalgic about his own undergarment-eating canine in the newest episode of Mashable Minute Earlier this week, we told you about the gross side of food … [Link]
Slashdot » Reanalysis of Clinical Trials Finds Misleading Results
sciencehabit writes: Clinical trials rarely get a second look — and when they do, their findings are not always what the authors originally reported. That's the conclusion of a new study (abstract), which compared how 37 studies that had been reanalyzed measured up to the original. In 13 cases, the reanalysis came to a different outcome — a finding that … [Link]
Mashable » Snoop Dogg Is Here to Teach You About the Animal Kingdom
In another life, Snoop Dogg was a science teacher — a very questionable, inappropriate science teacher Jimmy Kimmel is giving Snoop the opportunity to flex his scientific muscles with the fake (we wish it were real) recurring series "Plizzanet Earth," in which the rapper narrates scenes from wildlife. This week, Snoop is all about walruses, naturally It's the most educational, … [Link]
Mashable » OK Go Claims Apple Copied Its Music Video
OK Go is known for its creative music videos; Apple is known for its tagline "Think different." But the band is now claiming that Apple didn't think differently enough when creating the lead-in video for Tuesday's iPhone 6 launch event See also: The Apple Watch and New iPhones: Everything You Need to Know The video, titled "Perspective," ran at the very … [Link]
Mashable » Jay Carney, Former White House Press Secretary, Joins CNN
Jay Carney, the former White House press secretary for President Barack Obama, will be joining CNN in the role of political commentator. Carney is set to make his first appearance on Tuesday night to discuss the speech that Obama will make on the U.S. reaction to radical Islamist group ISIS. "I'm thrilled to be joining CNN at a time when there … [Link]
Mashable » David Cameron to Scotland: Don't Break My Heart
GLASGOW, Scotland — Prime Minister David Cameron abandoned party politics for pure emotion Wednesday, imploring Scots not to break his heart by voting to become independent from the United Kingdom. Conservative Party chief Cameron, Labour leader Ed Miliband and Liberal Democrat chief Nick Clegg all pulled out of a weekly House of Commons question session in London to make a late … [Link]
Slashdot » Text While Driving In Long Island and Have Your Phone Disabled
An anonymous reader writes: A District Attorney in Long Island, NY is stepping up efforts to combat distracted driving. Kathleen Rice says motorists who are caught texting while driving should have hardware or apps installed on their phone to prevent them from using it at all while driving. She likened such barriers to the ignition interlock devices that prevent people … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Arthur C. Clarke: One day, a computer will fit on a desk (1974) [Video]
Watch as Arthur C. Clarke accurately predicts the future of computers and of the Internet in a video that dates back to 1974. The man truly was a visionary. [ABC News (Australia) | Via Blastr] [Link]
Mashable » Watch Out, Spotify: New Music Streaming Service Coming to the U.S.
Deezer, the second-biggest music streaming service worldwide, is entering the U.S. with a high-definition offering that will be available through Sonos home-audio systems. The Paris-based company will offer subscriptions to Deezer Elite starting Sept. 15 that cost $19.99 a month, Tyler Goldman, chief executive of Deezer North America, said in an interview with Mashable. Sonos customers who sign up for a … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch Ad Reveals Secret Feature: Time Travel
At first glance, the Apple Watch is just a fancier watch. Telling time, checking weather and skimming through a couple of pics? Big deal. But during Tuesday's big announcement, Tim Cook forgot to tell the world about one more thing the Apple Watch offers: time travel. Just rotate the digital crown, and, poof, you can be back in a simpler … [Link]
Mashable » Sprint: It's Time to Lease Your iPhone 6
Our obsession with owning the latest greatest Apple iPhone is about to undergo a subtle, yet important shift: ownership could be replaced by leasing the latest iPhone, until a new Apple handset comes along. On Tuesday, Sprint followed Apple's iPhone 6 and 6 Plus announcement with an unusual set of product plans Apple's largest-ever handsets. See also: 10 Questions Apple Didn't … [Link]
Mashable » The Truth About Home Depot's Security Breach: Hacking Was Easy
Here’s the thing about breaking into a multi-billion-dollar company and stealing the credit card information of millions of customers: It's just not that hard. Eight months after a security breach brought scorn on Target and resulted in the resignation of its CEO, Home Depot is now the victim of a nearly identical attack. "They didn't actually do anything clever," said Andrew … [Link]
Slashdot » Microsoft Agrees To Contempt Order So It Can Appeal Email Privacy Case
An anonymous reader writes: Microsoft made news some weeks ago for refusing to hand over customer emails stored on its Dublin, Ireland servers to the U.S. government. The district judge presiding over the case agreed with the government and ordered Microsoft to comply with its demands. On Monday, Microsoft struck a deal with the U.S. government in which the company … [Link]
Geeks are Sexy Technology News » Introducing the New iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus
Features: The iphone 6 has a 4.7-inch display (1334×750) The iphone 6+ has a 5.5-inch display (1920×1080) Both come in 3 models: 16GB, 64GB, and 128GB, costing $199 or $299, $299 or $399 and $399 or $499 (on a two-year contract) Colors: gold, silver, and space gray OS: iOS 8 Both feature the new 64-bit A8 chip (2 billion transistors) … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Stonehenge surrounded by mysterious buried monuments
The landscape around the famous stone circle conceals 17 ritual monuments, a "house of the dead" and what appears to be a ceremonial path 
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O'Reilly News and Commentary » One man willingly gave Google his data. See what happened next.
Despite some misgivings about the company’s product course and service permanence (I was an early and fanatical user of Google Wave), my relationship with Google is one of mutual symbiosis. Its “better mousetrap” approach to products and services, the width … [Link]
Mashable » Ukraine President: 70% of Russian Troops Have Left
Ukraine’s president Petro Poroshenko said on Wednesday that most Russian troops have left the country, giving new hope that the shaky ceasefire reached last week might lead to real peace. "According to the latest information I have received from our intelligence, 70% of Russian troops have been moved back across the border," Poroshenko said during a televised cabinet meeting. "This further … [Link]
Mashable » 20 Cat Photos Captioned by Comedians to Help You Procrastinate
Look, we all know you're not doing whatever it is you're supposed to be doing. Nobody likes being stuck in a cubicle all day, it's why we turn to the Internet to fill our days with endless entertainment. And there's no better way to distract ourselves from the work day that our two favorite things: jokes and cats. See also: 12 … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Early autism intervention speeds infant development
A pilot study suggests that it is possible to accelerate the development of children with symptoms of autism – even those as young as 6 months old 
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Mashable » Simplicity Is Good. Ease Is Better.
Your smart phone would be simpler if it didn't have a camera. But it would also be a lot less useful. A paint can is a sublimely simple way to store paint. But it's a dreadful way to interact with paint: It's hard to open, hard to close, and guaranteed to make a mess every time you pour it. Simplicity is … [Link]
Mashable » 7 Times People Found Money in Bizarre Places
A pot of gold doesn't always sit at the end of a rainbow. Instead, it can sit quietly in backyards, bathroom walls and even right beneath your feet. Some people set out to hunt for treasure, while others somehow manage to accidentally stumble onto valuable items. See also: The 10 Most Valuable 'Antiques Roadshow' Items We took a closer look at … [Link]
Mashable » How to Graciously Say No to Anyone
It was the kind of email that makes your shoulders clench up tight, right by your ears. A friend—not a super-close one, but one I respected and admired—wanted my help with a writing project. Her deadline was seven days away. She just needed a few hours of my time. She was even willing to pay me. Would I help? I took … [Link]
Mashable » 10 Translated Text Messages From Your Significant Other
Being in a relationship in the digital age is tough. There's the pressure of being Facebook official, the constant text message misunderstandings and the ever-present gnawing fear that the reality we live in is actually a computer simulation created by sentient machines. But let's just focus on the texting thing for now, okay? See also: The 10 Different Types of Texters … [Link]
O'Reilly News and Commentary » Four short links: 10 September 2014
BERG Closing — may open source their Little Printer server and IoT middleware. A shame, as Warren Ellis says, because they pulled bits of the future into the present. They were optimistic, not dystopic. I have a feeling BERG grads … [Link]
New Scientist – News » Japan tries everything it can to start whaling again
Six months on from a court ruling that stopped it from whaling in Antarctic waters, Japan is angling to restart its "scientific" whaling programme 
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Slashdot » UCLA Biologists Delay the Aging Process In Fruit Flies
An anonymous reader writes:Life scientists at UCLA have located a gene in fruit flies which, when intentionally activated, increases lifespan by about 30%. The gene (called AMPK) is normal important as an energy sensor, usually triggered by cells with low energy levels. By triggering it at other times, the researchers slowed the fruit flies' aging process (PDF), even beyond the … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » API360 Takes API Strategy Full Circle
CA/Layer 7’s API knowledge bank, API Academy, will host API360 in Washington, D.C., on Friday The free, all-day summit is geared to all roles involved in managing an API business strategy and will include a key focus on using open data APIs. Matt McLarty, VP of API Academy, spoke to ProgrammableWeb about what attendees can expect.
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ProgrammableWeb.com » drchrono iPad & Glass Healthcare Apps Integrate with Box Industry Platform
This article is a company-provided press release and ProgrammableWeb cannot vouch for the accuracy of the statements within. If you have questions regarding the information below, please contact the company that issued the press release.
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Mashable » Kerry Lands in Iraq to Meet New Prime Minister
BAGHDAD — With a new Iraqi government finally in place and a growing Mideast consensus on defeating insurgent threats, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Baghdad Wednesday to press Iraq's Shiite leader to quickly deliver more power to wary Sunnis — or jeopardize any hope of defeating the Islamic State group. Kerry landed in the Iraqi capital just two … [Link]
The Joy of Tech » JoT #2044: Time for Apple Watch? Never!
Resistance is futile. If you enJoyed, please retweet, Like, or share the URL. Thanks! [Link]
Mashable » 6 Innovative Ways We're Reinventing Birth Control
Birth control pills and traditional latex condoms have been among the most popular and effective methods of contraception for decades. But innovators think it's time for an upgrade — not only to increase protection, but also to establish safe sex as a basic human right. Health organizations and forward-thinking companies are making breakthroughs in the field of contraception, working to develop … [Link]
Mashable » Obama Outlining Mission to Fight Islamic Militants
WASHINGTON — In an address to the nation, President Barack Obama will outline an expanded military and political effort to combat militants in Syria and Iraq, and urge Congress to quickly give him authority to arm moderate Syrian opposition forces fighting President Bashar Assad. But administration officials said Obama will press forward with other elements of his plan without formal authorization … [Link]
Mashable » Scotland Decides: The Economics of the Unknown
NORTH QUEENSFERRY, Scotland — You know what it’s like in a city with a football team, on a big day? All other experiences –- from parking the car to ordering a beer –- are arranged around a central event that everybody knows about and does not need to mention. That’s what it’s like in Scotland now. With just eight days to … [Link]
Mashable » The Woman Who Escaped the Islamic State
GAZIANTEP, Turkey— When Islamic State fighters took over the largest hospital in the Syrian city of Raqqa — the capital of their recently declared caliphate — many of the female doctors stopped showing up for work for fear of the radicals. See also: The Terror Organization Taking on the Islamic State This was a problem for the “emirs” who now ran … [Link]
Slashdot » Northwest Passage Exploration Ship Found
Kittenman writes: The BBC (and several other sources) are carrying the news that the Canadian government has found the sunken remains of one of Sir John Franklin's ships (either the Erebus, or the Terror), that went missing in the 1840s, causing sensation in Victorian London. Sir John and his entire crew were never seen alive again. The search for traces … [Link]
Mashable » Stunning California Time-Lapse Is Your Mental Vacation
The United States is a landscape-diverse nation, but one state stands out for its beautiful scenery: California From desolate deserts, lush forests and stunning coastline, to the bustling cities that millions of people call home, California provides an endless variety of beauty See also: Captivating 2-Minute Time-Lapse of Barcelona Took 363 Hours to Make Like most time-lapses, Hal Bergman's video took … [Link]
Mashable » Everything Australians Need to Know About Getting The iPhone 6
SYDNEY — Apple announced the much-anticipated new iPhones on Tuesday, as bleary-eyed Australians tried to fight through their sleepy haze to catch a glimpse. If for some reason you've been stuck under a rock (or a dooner) or just need to know the finer details of getting your goodies Down Under, here is a quick rundown. See also: The Apple Watch … [Link]
Slashdot » Architecture That Changes Shape In Response To Heat
An anonymous reader writes "A group of students at Barcelona's Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalunya has created a functioning prototype of architecture that adapts to environmental inputs. "The project, Translated Geometries, tackles the idea by developing a new use for Shape Memory Polymers, a composite material that can deform and return to its original state when activated by cues … [Link]
Mashable » Pixar's Mesmerizing Use of Color Showcased in a Supercut
While Pixar's method of telling stories has been heavily explored, not much has been said about the computer-animation film studio's use of color. This supercut by Vimeo user Rishi Kaneria reveals Pixar's amazing color designs — all hidden in plain sight See also: The Pixar Theory: Every Character Lives in the Same Universe The video is less about the colors of … [Link]
Mashable » Late Joan Rivers Will Appear on Next Season of 'Celebrity Apprentice'
Joan Rivers may be gone, but her work lives on Specifically, Rivers will reportedly appear on the upcoming season of NBC's reality competition show, Celebrity Apprentice, after filming guest appearances on two episodes of the show prior to her death Rivers, who competed on the show in 2009, died last week at age 81 after complications during a throat procedure See … [Link]
Mashable » Aussie 'Tindafella' Parodies Photos of Tinder Users in Ridiculous Poses
SYDNEY — The dating app Tinder has wreaked havoc in the Australian dating scene. Everyone is hooking up, meeting up, making out, moving on. Getting noticed as people swipe through the hot-or-not game at an alarming rate takes skill. This has led people around the world to strike ridiculous poses, flash unnecessary amounts of skin, smother custard all over their body … [Link]
Mashable » Canada Finds Ship That Vanished in the Arctic Nearly 170 Years Ago
TORONTO — One of two British explorer ships that vanished in the Arctic nearly 170 years ago during a search for the fabled Northwest Passage has been found, Canada's prime minister announced Tuesday in a discovery that could unlock one of history's biggest mysteries and swell Canadian pride. Last seen in the 1840s while under the command Sir John Franklin, HMS … [Link]
Mashable » Snapchat Founders Settle Lawsuit with Ousted Ex-Partner
While the world was busy watching Apple's major event Tuesday, Snapchat quietly announced the company's founders had settled a longstanding lawsuit with a former classmate over the origins of the app See also: 9 Snapchat Tips and Tricks You May Not Know About Chief Executive Evan Spiegel and Chief Technology Officer Robert Murphy said they reached an agreement with fraternity brother … [Link]
Mashable » 'Sons of Anarchy' Season Premiere Recap: Totally Forked
If your palms are sweaty, knees weak, and arms heavy, you probably just finished watching the anxiety-inducing premiere of Sons of Anarchy's final season. Or you might be the guy Eminem rapped about in "Lose Yourself." Probably the former But if this 90-minute whopper of an episode is any indication, the arm we use to lift our Xanax is going to … [Link]
Mashable » 17 Songs Played at Apple's iPhone 6 Event
Apple meticulously plans every aspect of its product unveilings, down to the music played before and after the company's shiny new gadgets are unveiled. That, or Apple employees just really like soft rock. See also: The Apple Watch and New iPhones: Everything You Need to Know Either way, we compiled a list of all the songs played throughout the day at … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » Salesforce Creates $100 Million Venture Fund to Invest in Mobile Apps
Cloud CRM giant Salesforce.com has created a $100 million venture capital fund that will invest in companies building apps for its Salesforce1 Platform. Billed as "The Customer Platform for everyone," Salesforce1, which was launched late last year, aims to help companies connect with their customers across social, mobile and connected devices.
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ProgrammableWeb.com » ElectricImp Handpicked For ProgrammableWeb's Innovation Showcase At APIcon in London
After ProgrammableWeb's first ever API conference (APIcon) this past May in San Francisco exceeded everyone's expectations, we couldn't wait to do another one which is why APIconUK in London (Sept 24-26, 2014) is now only a couple of weeks away. We have room for around 200, maybe 250 people and, if the last APIcon is any indication of how registration … [Link]
ProgrammableWeb.com » G2 Web Services helps banks evaluate merchant risk with new API
G2 Web Services, a provider of risk intelligence solutions for financial institutions, has launched an API that helps banks evaluate the risk associated with merchants and originators of Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers.
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Mashable » 8 Absurd Comics That'll Make You Question How Life Works
We all day dream from time to time. But what would it look like if some of the bizarre scenarios in our dreams came to life? That's the premise of What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions by xkcd author Randall Munroe. Throughout the book, Munroe uses science and comics to answer bizarre hypothetical queries, such as "What would … [Link]
Mashable » How Apple's Launch Event Distorted Reality — Again
CUPERTINO, California — Abandon objectivity, all ye who enter an Apple product launch event. "Reality distortion field" is a phrase long associated with this company, and with good reason. It goes back to 1981, when Apple manager Bud Tribble first used it to describe Steve Jobs' absolute unshakeable certainty that the Macintosh computer was going to ship in 1982. (In fact, … [Link]
Mashable » Printable Solar Panels May Be Coming to a Device Near You
SYDNEY — The future of power is just a step away Australian scientists claim they are extremely close to having printable solar panels available for market. Scientists from Australia's national science agency, known as CSIRO, along with two Australian universities, Melbourne and Monash, have been developing the power cells which are printed on plastic as part of the Victorian Organic Solar … [Link]
Slashdot » UK's National Health Service Moves To NoSQL Running On an Open-Source Stack
An anonymous reader sends this news from El Reg: The U.K.'s National Health Service has ripped the Oracle backbone from a national patient database system and inserted NoSQL running on an open-source stack. Spine2 has gone live following successful redevelopment including redeployment on new, x86 hardware. The project to replace Spine1 had been running for three years with Spine2 now … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch and iPhone 6 Event: Were You Impressed?
Apple had quite the day Tuesday, unveiling the iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus (its first phablet) and the Apple Watch. CEO Tim Cook and co. also revealed the company's mobile-payments platform, Apple Pay, which will be compatible with the new iPhones and eventually, the Apple Watch. See also: The Apple Watch and New iPhones: Everything You Need to Know As … [Link]
Mashable » If Ray Rice Never Plays Again, Please Don't Credit Ethics
In the roughy 35 hours since a leaked video showed the world something everyone already knew happened — NFL star Ray Rice knocking his then-fiancée out in a casino elevator last February — the running back has been ditched by all his endorsement partners, most significantly Nike The five-year, $35 million deal he signed in 2012 has been terminated by the … [Link]
Mashable » Post-Marathon, FXX Is Playing Smart With 'Simpsons' Programming
Coming off the massive success of FXX's Simpsons marathon, the network is looking for ways to keep die-hard fans tuning in, and bring even more over to the still-young TV channel "There's going to be an awful lot of curation and thematics," said Chuck Saftler, president of program strategy and the man behind the much-touted marathon, which saw all of The … [Link]
Mashable » Aussie Government Confirms What People Already Knew: Huge Delays, Price Hikes Cause Piracy
SYDNEY — The growing problem of piracy in Australia was front and centre as communication industry leaders gathered on Tuesday to discuss copyright laws. The Online Copyright Infringement Forum in Sydney comes after a controversial discussion paper leaked in July revealed that the government is seeking to crack down on piracy by strengthening its copyright laws The Australian government's plan to … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Releases New iCloud Pricing
After the high profile, alleged hack of Apple's iCloud service, exposing the private photos of a number of celebrities to the public, many were wondering if Apple would address the security concerns surrounding the service But beyond security enhancements to iCloud announced last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook didn’t directly address the new concerns surrounding iCloud on Tuesday. Apple did, however, … [Link]
Mashable » Just How Different Are the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus?
For the second iPhone release in a row, Apple launched two different models at once, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. Though both are larger than any previous iPhone, the iPhone 6 Plus is much more than a phablet-sized iPhone 6. We took a closer look at the specs and features to find the biggest differences. See also: iPhone 6 … [Link]
Mashable » The Apple Watch Compared to the Smartwatch Competition
The long-awaited Apple Watch, officially announced Tuesday with a release date set for "early 2015," isn't the only smartwatch out there. It's not even the second or third smartwatch From the Pebble to the original Galaxy Gear to the various Android Wear devices, smartwatches are already pretty popular amongst consumer electronics makers. See also: Apple Watch Will Be Available Early Next … [Link]
Mashable » Apple Watch Hands-On: Plenty of Promise, Plenty of Unknowns
CUPERTINO, California — There are two don'ts with the Apple Watch. First, don’t call it the iWatch. Secondly, don’t take out your $349 just yet Apple unveiled its smart watch on Tuesday as expected, but the name and design were a surprise — and the availability is best described as "delayed." See also: iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Hands-On: … [Link]
Mashable » Jon Stewart's 'Rosewater' Has Humor and Heart, But There Be Thorns
TORONTO — The things that are precisely right with Rosewater, Jon Stewart's first foray into filmmaking, are also the things that make it, ultimately, not an especially entertaining film. To be fair, Stewart did not take last summer off from hosting The Daily Show to give us a good time at the movies — one hopes he might someday, as … [Link]
Mashable » 10 Questions Apple Didn't Answer Today
This was not your usual Apple event. At the Flint Center for the Performing Arts in Cupertino, California, Apple managed to pack a heck of a lot of new stuff into its two-hour presentation, including a pair of new iPhones, the company's own system for mobile payments and a smartwatch. While we learned a lot about the iPhone 6, the iPhone … [Link]
Slashdot » To Really Cut Emissions, We Need Electric Buses, Not Just Electric Cars
An anonymous reader writes: All the EV attention these days is going to Tesla and other sedan manufacturers, but this article makes the case that it's far more important to switch our buses over to electric power than our cars. "Last year, according to the American Public Transportation Association, buses hauled 5.36 billion passengers. While usage has fallen in recent … [Link]
Mashable » The Residents of 'Sesame Street' Want You to 'Come Get It Bae'
Grover wants to be your bae. At least that's what this Sesame Street version of Pharrell's "Come Get It Bae" would suggest. This (unfortunately fake) lip sync has Grover, Bert, Ernie and friends swaying to the beat and seemingly singing along to the song's very adult lyrics See also: 5 Fun Science Experiments for Kids While some truly magical editing … [Link]
Mashable » From Gym to Board Room: All 34 Apple Watch Designs in One Place
When the Apple Watch launches early next year, you'll have 34 combinations of models and wristbands to select from. So if you're already dreaming of picking one up, at least you'll have several months to choose the one for you. Apple, too, is banking on the fact that everyone's tastes are different and is clearly hoping there's something for everyone with … [Link]
Mashable » iPhone 6 Plus vs. Other Top Phablets
Apple on Tuesday launched its 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus, the largest smartphone ever in its lineup. Devices that big are often called "phablets" for being part phone, part tablet, and they've been a hot category for other manufacturers. Now, the iPhone 6 Plus will go head to head with similar-sized devices in the market, including recently launched products from Samsung, Nokia … [Link]
Slashdot » Report: Microsoft To Buy Minecraft Studio For $2bn+
dotarray (1747900) writes "A surprising story has emerged today that suggests Microsoft is looking to buy Minecraft developer Mojang. The reported price tag is "more than US$2 billion." The original report is at the WSJ (possibly behind a paywall). Quoting: "For Microsoft, "Minecraft" could reinvigorate the company's 13-year-old Xbox videogame business by giving it a cult hit with a legion … [Link]
Mashable » Watch the Apple iPhone 6 Keynote in 90 Seconds
Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed an array of sleek new products at Tuesday's keynote presentation at the Flint Center in Cupertino, California. He presented the new iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and the hotly anticipated Apple Watch, as well as new payments system Apple Pay If technical problems stopped you from watching the live stream, or you just didn't have … [Link]
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