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Watch 10 MPH, the Segway Road Trip Across the US, For Free!

GeekSugar — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 10:00:10 -0700

Remember when the documentary about the two friends who decide to travel from Seattle to Boston at 10 MPH by using a segway? Well fast forward a year and a half later, and the movie 10 mph is not only complete, but it's available for your viewing pleasure, for free, on YouTube. Not only is it entertaining to watch a guy with a stand-up scooter go across the country, but the best part is watching the craziness that ensues along the way.

Cross Country On A Segway - 10 MPH

GeekSugar — Tue, 22 May 2007 10:00:26 -0700

Fresh off of hearing that the New York City Police Department has purchased ten new segways to patrol popular tourist areas like Central Park and Coney Island I learn that two men recently quit their suit and tie jobs to take a trip across the United States on a segway. At a max-speed of 10 mph, the duo documented the trip with a camera and will release their movie in a few months. I cannot explain my excitement.

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New York City Goes High Tech

GeekSugar — Mon, 21 May 2007 04:04:03 -0700

If you happen to live in NYC or plan to visit soon, keep your eyes peeled for some new city upgrades - techie upgrades that is. The New York City Police Department has reportedly purchased ten new segways to patrol popular tourist areas like Central Park and Coney Island. These two-wheeled human transporters are said to be great additions to the NYPD because of their visibility, mobility and speed, which is said to be 12.5mph.

The New York Daily News reports that 25 cops have been trained to use these new vehicles which cost about $5000 to $6000 and carry about 260 pounds each. Perfect for patrolling pathways and boardwalks, expect to see them in many city parks and beaches.

Another great technological advancement to the big apple is the addition of touch-screen monitors in city cabs. MSNBC has announced that "NYC's Taxi and Limousine Commission approved a plan to install these monitors in all 13,000 city cabs over the objections of some drivers who consider the technology too expensive and intrusive." Already in 200 cabs, these touch-screen monitors will be handy for customers to pay by credit card, check out news stories or restaurant views, and see their cabby route via an electronic map..definitely lots of fun time wasters while you sit in traffic!

Would You Go On A Segway Tour?

GeekSugar — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 13:00:54 -0700

You may have been on a bike tour, or a boat tour but have you ever been on a Segway tour? Now you can explore some of the world's greatest cities on the Segway Human Transporter. With Segway tour sites like scenic segways and human on a stick, you can book guided sightseeing Segway tours. This may be considered the lazy person's way of traveling, but hey at least you get to smell the fresh air right? Does this entice you? Leave your comments below!

Daily Tech: Toyota's Winglet to Take on the Segway

GeekSugar — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:00:17 -0700

Available in three versions, S (1.5 feet tall), M (2.2 feet), and L (3.7-feet), Toyota's new Winglet features an electric mother, two wheels, and a set of sensors. Goodbye Segway, hello Winglet! - CrunchGear
Here we go again. Looks like border patrol has the right to confiscate any piece of electronic equipment and they can keep it for as long as they want. Yikes! - Switched
Everything seems to be going wireless these days, so why not brush up on your wireless knowledge with some quick tips about wireless networking. - USA Today
I use to use Abebooks all the time when I was in University. Well Amazon has just acquired them! - TechCrunch
If you purchase a Sony Cyber-shot digital camera featuring Smile Shutter technology, Sony will donate $100,000 to Operation Smile. - Crave
Sprint's Centro gets its very first software update which includes location services to Google Maps. - Gizmodo

DWTS Week Four: The Woz Gets Strong and Serious

GeekSugar — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 07:33:38 -0700

On Dancing With the Stars last night, I couldn't have been more proud of Steve Wozniak's determination to conquer the Argentine Tango. Unlike last week where he was all smiles and surprised us by doing the worm, this week he worked on his serious face (which wasn't easy) and even busted out some lift action. The judges were still cruel with a 12 out of 30 score, although the Woz managed to look on the bright side - saying it was an improvement of 20 percent from last week! Ahh! Before you watch his dance number, check out the amazing intro video, which shows Steve and crew on Segways and him saying something about geeks inheriting the earth?! Vote for Steve!

To watch Steve and Karina do their fabulous Argentine Tango dance routine just read more.

Coraline the Game Looks As Creepy As the Movie

GeekSugar — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 09:04:03 -0800

If you haven't seen the amazing (and kinda creepy) movie trailer for Coraline, you're missing out. Made entirely of stop-animation (which I love), I'm pretty excited to see it when it hits theaters February 6.

And although there are many movie-based games that totally bomb, I think this one has a good chance of making an easy segway onto your consoles, mainly because the story has such great play value. In both the film and game, you're sent out to explore your new house and you find yourself in a totally surreal alternate life after crawling through a tiny door hidden behind some boxes. Creepy stuff ensues, and there you have it. Honestly, I can't wait to see both of these in action! Check out the trailer above and don't forget to add Coraline to your game shopping list - it's out now for your Wii, DS, and PS2 consoles for $30.

Tech News Roundup - MC-3 iPod Dock: So 80s It Hurts

GeekSugar — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:00:16 -0700

Sure, you love an occasional Def Leopard or Cindi Lauper jam, but are you ready for the tube power amp, high-end Philips CD transport and Burr-Brown DA converter with shameless 80s style? Shanling's MC-3 iPod dock plays hits from the 80s, sounds so crazy - Engadget
Ever uploaded a video you took on your amazing video camera to YouTube only to be annoyed by how grainy it looks online? Check out this guide on how to optimize your videos for YouTube - Lifehacker
Another trip down geek tee shirt lane. You know you always love the ride. "I'm with stupid" - the top geeky slogan t-shirts - Shiny Shiny
Segways just might be the geekiest toy ever, especially considering some people take the idea of using them so seriously. Then again, there are sometimes chickens riding them. Video: Chickens on a Segway - Crave
You can never be too careful. As much as we hate to think about it, would-be attackers and stalkers are everywhere. Wireless Security Kit for greater peace of mind - Techie Diva
And I thought kids were still afraid of Darth Vader. Darth-Vader-Themed Laptop for Kids - Switched

HeadThere's Giraffe Video Conferencing Robot

GeekSugar — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 10:01:23 -0800

At first glance you might think this is a fashionable Segway. Unlike a Segway, which acts as an electric human transporter, the Giraffe Video Conferencing Robot allows people to virtually transport themselves. The Giraffe is a remote-controlled mobile video conferencing platform that enables people who are far away to communicate face to face. You guessed it, no more solitaire and msn chats as your 'away on business' boss can easily sneak up behind you. Talking to a robot kinda freaks me out, although it would be fun for chatting with friends and family.

With a low price tag ranging from $1800 and $3000, you might see these purple monsters scooting around your office - ahhh!

Check out headthere.com to purchase and for more info.

Apples and Wedding Bells: Steve Wozniak Gets Married!

GeekSugar — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:00:07 -0700

It doesn't matter whether you would date Steve Wozniak or not; he's off the market, ladies! The Apple co-founder got married over the weekend to his fiancée - who is not, I repeat, not Kathy Griffin. That makes me pretty sad, because I loved them together on her show, My Life on the D-List.

Even though I can't add the Woz and Kathy to my list of tech giants and their loves, I'm on the lookout for a fab pic of Woz and his lucky lady. I hope she's geeky, too, and the odds are that she is, because she and Woz wed at the SegwayFesT 2008. Nerd alert!

Congrats!

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