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Twitter has always come in for criticism over the inanity of some messages; people describing what they're having for breakfast or other mundane activities that are of no interest except to their own ego. However, the Internet and Twitter will always reflect the composition of the real world so it's irrational to expect every tweet to be worthy of the
Most people in the UK were tucked up in bed when the sad news of Steve Jobs' death was released, but I was still up, getting a few chores done while the house was quiet. It was kind of strange as I wanted to pass on the news and talk about Steve and Apple but everyone I knew was asleep.
To preview their forthcoming album, Tomorrow's World, pop duo Erasure have produced a tribute to the future-gazing BBC TV show of the same name. British geeks of a certain age will fondly remember this TV programme for introducing us to gadgets such as Walkmans, CDs and camcorders. It was also notorious for showing off products that promptly disappeared and never
I'm packing up an old laptop to give away to a friend and checking through the bag to ensure that all the parts are there. As I do, a handful of PCMCIA cards fall out, all with names, products and technical details that are now part of history. A Xircom 10/100 Base TX Fast Ethernet adaptor. A US Robotics Sportster
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the HP-12C financial calculator, HP are producing a limited edition of this classic calculator along with a reproduction of the 15C scientific calculator. Launched in 1981, the 12C became the de facto "badge of honour" for any self respecting businessman. Still a cult classic with fans the world over, it's the longest selling HP
Technology has invaded our every day lives so much that a password joke won the award for the Edinburgh Fringe's funniest gag. Here it is, courtesy of comedian Nick Helm. "I needed a password eight characters long so I picked Snow White and the Seven Dwarves." I'll get my coat.
Aaron Wood is selling these thought-provoking social media propaganda posters through Etsy. They're brilliant on so many levels, bringing wartime effort to Big Brother and a line that is so close to being crossed without us even knowing. There are nine posters in the series, so check them all out and buy one. V