“Using technology already available for self-cleaning windows and bathroom tiles, scientists hope to paint up cities with materials that dissolve and wash away pollutants when exposed to sun and rain. The idea: UV rays hitting the titanium dioxide coated cement and concrete trigger a catalytic reaction that destroys the molecules of pollutants, including nitrogen oxides.” [via] Link.
I’ve moved several times entirely by bicycle. Usually I’ve used a Worksman trike pulling a large 4’x3′ trailer. I’ve hauled huge things with the Worksman, including couches and washing machines. It’s funny how people tell me, “Oh, I wish I’d known you were moving, I have a car.” As though we could fit a couch or a washing machine in their car! With a large trailer, I’m actually more mobile than I would be with a passenger automobile. [via] Link.
The target of this project is creating a low-cost interface that allows multiple Gamepads to be connected to the PSP’s infrared port. As it is in a pretty early (but working) stage, the interface only works with 2 Master System Gamepads. Source available on the page as well. Link.
I think Microsoft planned on announcing this on Monday, but after reading the comments here– it looks like someone figured out that Microsoft’s Virtual Earth (MS version of Google maps) is out. It has a feature called “locate me” You can install Location Finder to display your current location on a Virtual Earth map by using Wi-Fi technology. If you do not install Location Finder, or if your computer does not support Wi-Fi, Virtual Earth can attempt to find your location by using the Internet Protocol (IP) address of your computer. This method is less accurate. To learn more, see Use Locate Me. Have fun, go play… Link. Update: Here is the API site, also a day early.
Only $20k. This is an auction for a MINT condition Apple I Computer. This is an extremely rare piece of personal computer history. Only 200 were made, about 150 sold and just a handful still in existence. The Apple I was the first Personal computer with “everything” on the motherboard. It was the precursor and inspiration of the Apple II. Link.
