Mashable: Latest 25 News Updates - including “Fitbit Unveils a Smaller Ultra, Plus a New Pedometer Called Zip” |
- Fitbit Unveils a Smaller Ultra, Plus a New Pedometer Called Zip
- Mashable Weekend Recap: 56 Stories You Might Have Missed
- Smartphone-Controlled Light Bulb Raises $260,000 on Kickstarter
- Canon EOS 6D: Wi-Fi, GPS and Full-Frame — Oh My!
- 5 Digital Highlights From New York Fashion Week
- Shazam for TV Now Works With Any Show
- iPhone ‘Paintings’ Created Using Oil from Human Pores [PICS]
- iPhotography: 10 Striking Silhouettes Worthy of a Frame
- Millions Watch Online Video of Topshop London Fashion Week Show
- 5 Volume-Limiting Headphones Designed for Children
- Top 10 GIF Sounds of the Week
- Versatile Evouni Smartphone Pouch Doubles as a Stand [VIDEO]
- 15 Geeky Doormats for Your Nerdy Abode
- Theater Enlists Ninjas to Shush Obnoxious Moviegoers [VIDEO]
- 5 Fascinating Facts We Learned From Reddit This Week
- iPhone 5 is a Crushing Disappointment [SUNDAY COMICS]
- Top 5 Apps Your Kids Will Love This Week
- Social Good Summit Is Less Than A Week Away
- Viral Video Recap: Funniest Memes of the Week
- Top 10 Tech This Week
- Facebook Users Judge Attractiveness Based on Others’ Comments [STUDY]
- 4 Big Gambles That Turned Into Job Offers
- Neil Armstrong Remembered in NASA’s Tribute Video
- Top 10 Pinterest Pins This Week
- ‘Gangnam Style’ Hits the Big Leagues With ‘SNL’ Spoof [VIDEO]
- Apple EarPods: How Good Do They Really Sound? [VIDEO]
| Fitbit Unveils a Smaller Ultra, Plus a New Pedometer Called Zip Posted: 17 Sep 2012 04:47 AM PDT  
The marquee product -- a pedometer you can wear on your belt or, for women, in the center of your bra -- is now equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 and more social sharing features. Fitbit also unveiled a smaller, wider pedometer called the Fitbit Zip. At $59.95, the Zip costs less than the Ultra; it has the same social features as the Ultra (available for $99.95), but runs on a watch battery that lasts four to six months, so users don't have to charge it. Fitbit Ultra: CEO James Park said the new products address user concerns about the previous Ultra (e.g. the fact that it could be easily… More About: fitbit, fitness, pedometer
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| Mashable Weekend Recap: 56 Stories You Might Have Missed Posted: 17 Sep 2012 03:22 AM PDT  The Internet was abuzz with iPhone 5 news after Apple debuted its latest smartphone last week. Mashable brought you that story, as well as other tech and social media articles, while you were out of the office. Our team kept up-to-date on the biggest headlines, so don't worry if you missed a few. Read up on all the latest happenings in our Weekend Recap below. Editor's Picks Why You Don't Need the iPhone 5, by an iPhone Owner 'Gangnam Style' Hits the Big Leagues With 'SNL' Spoof [VIDEO] iPod Nano's Evolution: Make Up Your Mind, Apple Apple EarPods: How Good Do They Really Sound? [VIDEO] Everybody's Talking About Pop Music [INFOGRAPHIC] More About: mashable weekend recap, weekend recap
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| Smartphone-Controlled Light Bulb Raises $260,000 on Kickstarter Posted: 17 Sep 2012 02:29 AM PDT 
The LIFX, as this light bulb is called, is a LED bulb that saves energy and lasts up to 25 years. It's easy to install -- you merely need to replace your current bulbs with LIFX bulb, and download an iOS or Android app, which you can use to control the lighting in your house. The project creators claim the smartphone app will also let you choose any brightness for a specific bulb, a room or a whole house, visualize music, assemble your lights into "groups" and more. Backers of the project who pledge $69 get one LI… More About: LIFX, kickstarter, led, light bulb
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| Canon EOS 6D: Wi-Fi, GPS and Full-Frame — Oh My! Posted: 17 Sep 2012 01:21 AM PDT Canon EOS 6D Coming in December for $2,099 (body only), the 6D is Canon's first EOS digital SLR camera with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS. It has a full-frame 20-megapixel image sensor, improved low-light sensitivity and the ability to capture 1080p video (30 fps). Click here to view this gallery. 
Like the 5D Mark III (and its predecessor, the popular Mark II), the EOS 6 is a full-frame camera (meaning the CMOS image sensor is as large as a frame of 35mm film). The megapixel count is slightly less (20.2 MP instead of 22.3), though it'll be tough to tell the difference. The 6D also packs the relatively recent DIGIC 5+ image processor, which gives it a speedy continuous shooting rate, at 4.… More About: Canon, DSLR, EOS, digital cameras
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| 5 Digital Highlights From New York Fashion Week Posted: 17 Sep 2012 01:14 AM PDT  Designers didn't just bring new clothes to Lincoln Center during New York Fashion Week -- several introduced new uses for digital technology as well. Diane von Furstenberg led the pack, surprising in-person and online attendees by showcasing Google Glass -- the futuristic eyewear device Google is building -- down the runway. Photos were taken backstage using the device, and shared to DVF's Google+ Page ahead of and during the show. A short film compiled from video taken with glasses worn by models, Furstenberg and members of her team was released three days later. Tweets about the DVF show were up 160% from last season, making her the third most talked-about designer on Twitte… More About: Google Glass, cutonyourbias, dvf, htc, marc jacobs, nyfw, oscar de la renta, rebecca minkoff
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| Shazam for TV Now Works With Any Show Posted: 16 Sep 2012 10:44 PM PDT  Shazam, best known as a music-identification app, is venturing deeper into the social TV sphere Monday with the expansion of its Shazam for TV second-screen experience. Shows and advertisements have already been compatible with Shazam via partnerships -- notably the London Olympics and Super Bowl commercials -- but now Shazam works with all shows on 160 channels in the U.S. except for some local programming. When I used Shazam while watching Friends, for example, the app pulled up cast details, music from the episode, celebrity gossip about the actors, trivia, Twitter messages, the show's web pages (i.e. official, IMDB and Wikipedia), merchandise and the option to share Shazam's… More About: Entertainment, TV, apps, mobile apps, shazam, social tv, trending
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| iPhone ‘Paintings’ Created Using Oil from Human Pores [PICS] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 09:57 PM PDT  Using an iPhone as his canvas, New York-based artist JK Keller created "oil paintings" -- but not in the way you'd think. While the medium that Keller uses is oil-based, it's of the porous variety -- that is, oil from his greasy face. "It's a play on expectations of what that phrase means in the traditional sense," he tells Mashable in an email. After smearing his face on the iPhone's surface, Keller moves the oil around with his finger to create different patterns and designs; these are accented when light hits the phone. While the resulting art is unique, he admits his creations may be hard to stomach: "You're a little grossed out, but also think it looks pretty cool… More About: iphone, paintings, trending
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| iPhotography: 10 Striking Silhouettes Worthy of a Frame Posted: 16 Sep 2012 08:47 PM PDT 1. Walking Alone, by Mutablend This beautifully captured photo looks like an illustration from a fairy tale. Click here to view this gallery. 
SEE ALSO: iPhotography: Find Peace With These 12 Soothing Sunsets We have found 10 impressive silhouettes shot by iPhotographers from all over the world. Take a look through our photo gallery above and link to your impressive photography in the comment below. More About: Photos, features, iphone, iphotography, photography, trending
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| Millions Watch Online Video of Topshop London Fashion Week Show Posted: 16 Sep 2012 07:59 PM PDT  More than 2 million people from 100 countries watched online video of Topshop's Spring/Summer 2012 Unique show in the three hours after the fashion retailer live streamed it Sunday. The London Fashion Week show was broadcast on Topshop's website and Twitter page. It was also shown on large screens at its Oxford Circus flagship store in London and on the websites of more than 200 media partners. Topshop posted video of the 10- to 15-minute show immediately after it ended. Topshop built considerable buzz in the days leading up to the show by promising consumers a "personalized" and shoppable live stream experience. Viewers could click on clothes and accessories to browse color o… More About: lfw, london fashion week, topshop
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| 5 Volume-Limiting Headphones Designed for Children Posted: 16 Sep 2012 07:22 PM PDT 1. Griffin Technology Crayola MyPhones Kid-sized, colorful, cushioned and cute, the MyPhones have built-in volume-limiting circuitry that keeps the sound down 85 decibels — the level recommended as safe for younger ears. Bundled with 40 stickers and three Crayola markers, children can create their own customized designs. Cost: $24.99 Click here to view this gallery. 
If your child uses headphones, you should seriously consider investing in a pair with volume-limiting capabilities, ensuring the audio stays at safe levels. We have found five pairs, designed specially for children, that offer such functionality. SEE ALSO: 10 Charming iPhone Cases for Kids Take a look through our selection in the image gallery above. Let us know in the comments below if you'd consider buying some for your little ones. Thumbnail image courtesy of Flickr, TedsBlog More About: Gadgets, Headphones, Kids, Tech, family and parenting, features, lifestyle, trending
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| Posted: 16 Sep 2012 06:15 PM PDT 1. Around the World Mashup courtesy of Reddit Click here to view this gallery. 
Today, we've jazzed up our regular weekly GIF roundup to take the Internet to a whole new level: GIF sound mashups. SEE ALSO: Top 10 GIFs of the Week (Sept. 1) Inspired by the subreddit /r/gifsound, these GIFs come paired with highly appropriate songs. Click the link in each slide for the full musical effect. Want to make your own? Go to the GIF Sound website and share your best mashup in the comments below. More About: GIFs, Watercooler, features, humor, mashups, reddit
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| Versatile Evouni Smartphone Pouch Doubles as a Stand [VIDEO] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 05:25 PM PDT  Many smartphone holders leave little wiggle room for anything outside their specific dimensions. But Japanese casemaker Evouni has created a pouch designed to accomodate smartphones of various sizes. Called the Nano Stand Pouch, the holder comes in multiple colors and two sizes: one for smartphones 3.8 inches in length or smaller, and another option for those from 3.8 to 4.3 inches. What's more, the leather pouch converts into a stand with vertical, horizontal and slanted positions -- helpful when you want to Skype or watch videos. They're available on Evouni's website starting at $30. What do you carry your smartphone in? Would you us… More About: Evouni, case, smartphone, trending
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| 15 Geeky Doormats for Your Nerdy Abode Posted: 16 Sep 2012 04:15 PM PDT 1. Welcome In Binary Doormat Welcome your guests in the language of geek. $49.99 Click here to view this gallery. 
SEE ALSO: 10 Awesome Accessories to Organize Your Office So come on in and take a look through our great gallery of geeky doormats. Oh, and please don't forget to wipe your feet! More About: accessories, features, geek, home, lifestyle, trending
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| Theater Enlists Ninjas to Shush Obnoxious Moviegoers [VIDEO] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 03:12 PM PDT  We all loathe the people who talk, text and eat popcorn too loudly at the movies. Now a London theater has enlisted a force of ninjas to end the epidemic once and for all. The Prince Charles Cinema in London has a team of volunteer ninjas -- clad in full-body, all-black jump suits -- who will let you know if you're making too much noise during a film. As a token of appreciation for their efforts, the ninjas get to enjoy the movie free. Think of the ninjas as theater etiquette vigilantes, who want to enjoy their theater-going experience, just like you. Let's just hope no engrossed fans get confused about who's a theater volunteer and who's a ch… More About: Entertainment, Film, ninjas, theater, trending
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| 5 Fascinating Facts We Learned From Reddit This Week Posted: 16 Sep 2012 02:18 PM PDT 1. George Washington Was Not a Fan of Political Parties In fact, he believed they would destroy democracy. "However [political parties] may now and then answer popular ends, they are likely in the course of time and things, to become potent engines, by which cunning, ambitious, and unprincipled men will be enabled to subvert the power of the people and to usurp for themselves the reins of government, destroying afterwards the very engines which have lifted them to unjust dominion." - Farewell Address, Sept. 17, 1796 Image courtesy of Flickr, cliff1066™. Click here to view this gallery. 
We've gathered our five favorite knowledge bites from a week of cruising the Reddit tubes. Spy anything else worthy of inclusion on our weekly list? Share those links in the comments. More About: facts, features, reddit, reddit facts, trending
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| iPhone 5 is a Crushing Disappointment [SUNDAY COMICS] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 01:35 PM PDT 
More About: Sunday Comics, The Joy of Tech, apple, comics, iPhone 5, trending
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| Top 5 Apps Your Kids Will Love This Week Posted: 16 Sep 2012 01:22 PM PDT 
Math is the foundation of all learning, from literature to music and everything in between. This week, we have Math Doodles and the Motion Math Hungry Guppy to satisfy any number-crunching child's appetite. But if your kids aren't quite ready for math just yet, these apps are sure to set them down the right path. Also worth the download: PlaySquare: WordWorld's Happy Birthday Dog, a free app the publishers call "touchable television." SEE ALSO: The Top 5 Apps Your Kids Will Love This Week Children's Technology Review has shared with Mashable five top apps from its comprehensive monthly database of kid-tested reviews. The site covers everything from math and counting to… More About: Gaming, Kids, Mobile, Top Kids Apps, apps, contributor, features, ipad
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| Social Good Summit Is Less Than A Week Away Posted: 16 Sep 2012 01:14 PM PDT 
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| Viral Video Recap: Funniest Memes of the Week Posted: 16 Sep 2012 12:45 PM PDT  Let's face it: There are a lot of videos on YouTube -- far too many for you to ever see them all. That's why we here at Mashable have created the viral video recap, to ensure that you can keep up to speed with the best of the past week. What's in store for you this week? Not surprisingly, cats. One purring soul music and another relaxedly sitting. We've also got South Korean sensation Psy teaching Brittany Spears to dance on Ellen ("the mindset of this dance is dress classy and dance cheesy," Psy explains to Brittany), an X-Factor contestent telling off Demi Lovato, and Jimmy Kimmel fooling fans into thinking they're holding an iPhone 5, when i… More About: Watercooler, YouTube, memes, trending, viral videos
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| Facebook Users Judge Attractiveness Based on Others’ Comments [STUDY] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 11:10 AM PDT  What's the first thing you look at when you make a new Facebook friend? Most likely, it's the comments on that person's profile picture, according to a new study from the University of Missouri. The comments your Facebook friends leave on your profile picture strongly affect your level of perceived physical, social and professional attractiveness. This shouldn't come as much of a surprise, as profile pictures are the first place your eye is drawn to on a Facebook profile. Seoyeon Hong, a doctoral candidate in journalism, and Kevin Wise, an associate professor, found that the more comments (particularly the positive ones) users have, the more attractive they're perceived to be.… More About: Facebook, Social Media, research, study, trending
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| 4 Big Gambles That Turned Into Job Offers Posted: 16 Sep 2012 10:27 AM PDT 
More About: Twitter, bilboards, features, job search series, job seekers, mashable, trending
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| Neil Armstrong Remembered in NASA’s Tribute Video Posted: 16 Sep 2012 09:45 AM PDT 
More About: NASA, Neil Armstrong, space
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| Top 10 Pinterest Pins This Week Posted: 16 Sep 2012 09:21 AM PDT 
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| ‘Gangnam Style’ Hits the Big Leagues With ‘SNL’ Spoof [VIDEO] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 08:09 AM PDT 
We've already seen Psy make special appearances this week on Ellen and The Today Show (see pictures below). SEE ALSO: Epic 'Gangnam Style' Mashup Will Get You Dancing South Korean viral sensation Park Jae Sung, aka PSY, has taken the YouTube waves by storm with his auto-tuned, pop-tastic music video "Gangnam Style." Though the lyrics are mostly in Korean, Americans have enthusiastically embraced… More About: Watercooler, gangnam style, psy, snl, trending, viral video
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| Apple EarPods: How Good Do They Really Sound? [VIDEO] Posted: 16 Sep 2012 07:16 AM PDT  It's been a long time coming: Apple's earbuds have finally gotten a big upgrade. At the iPhone 5 unveiling, Apple revealed it would now include new "EarPods" with every iPhone and iPod going forward. The new earphones have a vented enclosure for deeper bass and a new design that's intended to better fit the ear. So has Apple hit the sweet spot with its new earphone design, or is it just blowing smoke when it says the EarPods "rival high-end headphones that cost hundreds of dollars more?" With a brand-new pair of EarPods in one hand and some of the old Apple earbuds in the other, we performed a listening test with some select Mashable staffers. More About: apple, earpods, iPhone 5, trending
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