Sony releases rugged Sport HD version of its Bloggie camcorder

Sony releases rugged Sport HD version of its Bloggie camcorder: "Mountain bikers, hikers and other adventurers wishing to record their outings on video now have another camcorder at their disposal – Sony’s Bloggie Sport HD. It’s a ruggedized (yes, that’s a word) version of the company’s existing Bloggie camera, and continues with the line’s smartphone-like form, which includes a 2.7-inch touchscreen display."

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Sony develops power outlet that can recognize devices and users

Sony develops power outlet that can recognize devices and users: "Sony has developed a power outlet that can identify devices plugged into it, as well as individuals using the plug. The company says such technology could allow the electricity usage of individual devices to be monitored so non-essential devices could be switched off remotely in the event of limited electricity supply, or for the billing of customers charging their electric vehicles or mobile devices in public places."

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The robots are coming! Better get used to it | Deep Tech - CNET News

The robots are coming! Better get used to it | Deep Tech - CNET News: "Robots are widely used now, and they're only spread even farther into daily life. The sci-fi future may be closer than you think."

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X-56A to aid NASA in development of new kinds of lightweight, flexible aircraft

X-56A to aid NASA in development of new kinds of lightweight, flexible aircraft: "NASA has announced it will use a modular, unmanned flight research vehicle being built by Lockheed Martin for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to test enabling technologies for new kinds of lightweight, energy-efficient, flexible aircraft. The small aircraft, dubbed the X-56A, will be used to explore ways to suppress vibrations and alleviate the load on flexible aircraft from wind gusts and atmospheric turbulence."

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Hike the United States' most stunning trails from the comfort of home

Hike the United States' most stunning trails from the comfort of home: "From the soaring heights of Denali (Mount McKinley) to surreal slot canyons chiseled below the earth's surface, the National Park System comprises some of the most stunning, superlative lands in the United States. To explore all of them would take an incredible amount of time and resources, but the new Nature Valley Trail View website is making it a little easier."

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