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Would You Order Food Via RFID?
We've all agreed that the idea of organizing your wine rack with RFID technology, an automatic identification method that relies on storing and remotely retrieving data using devices called RFID tags or transponders, is completely geek chic. We've also agreed that the prospect of H&M allowing shoppers to purchase items via a Semacode bar that is read by a cell phone may revolutionize shopping, but is the notion of ordering food via RFID as intriguing?
This week The Korea Times reported that McDonald's and SK Telecom have unveiled a new ordering system that will allow customers to use mobile phones and infra-red sensors to make orders from their table.
Japanese Can Now Pay For Fast Food With Cell Phones
Visitors to fast food outlets in Japan will soon be able to pay for their burgers, fries and shakes with their cell phones, according to the BBC. Japanese mobile phone operator NTT DoCoMo and McDonald's have created a system where hungry fast food fans can make electronic payments for their grub. While I don't think fast food needs to be any easier for people to get their hands on, I'm impressed with the the geek factor.
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Geek Out: What Was Your First Video Game?
I remember it like it was yesterday. We had an Atari, given to us by our uncle who had already tired of it, and my mom was particularly averse to it, so the console got relegated to the 13-inch black-and-white tube TV. We didn't care though — my sister and I were just shocked and amazed that we had video games.
Cell Charging Station Inside Burger King In Philippines
Sure, we've considered how people in countries without widespread electricity and Internet access charge up and get online, but what are other wired nations doing to stay charged? In most of the US you have to fend for yourself. Apparently, not so in the Philippines.
Daily Tech: Jay-Z to Make Sweet Music With Apple?
- Rumor has it that Jay-Z is launching a record label with Apple. This rumor calls for a WTF. — The Boy Genius Report
- Belkin's waterproof mouse is put to the test with oatmeal, chili, pudding, Red Bull, and Cheetos.
Edible Geek: Pixel Block Chocolates
Sure, at first glance this picture just looks like pretty chocolate broken into smaller-than-usual segments and fashioned into pretty shapes. Look closer and you'll see a puzzle of what looks like hundreds of pixels.
Apparently, designer Tithi Kutchamuch intentionally left holes in the design because he wanted to make a point about how bargain food - particularly sweets - continues to be a crutch for the masses.
Geeky Girl We Love: Jean Aw of Notcot
Last month we featured some of the cutest geeky couples and bachelors in the blogoshere, which left many of you wondering - what about the women? Fear not my fine friends, we were just saving the best for last. March is Women's History Month so I figured there was no better way to celebrate than to highlight some of the smartest, most creative and successful women on the internet.
Planning A Vacation? Take Virtual Video Trip First
I'm a big fan of mashup sites especially when they help you with all important tasks like finding the nearest fast food joint or picking a house or apartment.
The Virtual Video Map won't solve your munchies or need for shelter problems, but it might inspire you to plan a vacation.
You just click on the markers on the map and are treated to YouTube videos about the location.
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