Miyamoto came up with 'Donkey Kong' ideas in the bathtub

In an interview posted on Nintendo's Japanese website, Shigeru Miyamoto reminisced about the time he spent developing the classic arcade title Donkey Kong. According to Wired writer Chris Kohler, who translated the whole thing, Miyamoto dro…

Samsung gives the Galaxy S7 a taste of the Note 7's software

Like it or not, the Galaxy Note 7 is gone for good. However, you're getting a small treat if you switched from the Note 7 to another Samsung phone. Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge owners report that they're receiving an update which brings many of …

iPhone 7 offers virtual home button in case of physical button's failure

As a backup if its non-mechanical home button fails, the iPhone 7 can offer a software button akin to some versions of Android, owners have discovered.

Here's Apple's workaround when your iPhone 7 home button fails

The iPhone 7's non-moving home button may feel odd at first, but it has its perks... especially if it ever stops working. MacRumors forum goer iwayne has shown that the new iPhone will give you an on-screen home button (along with a warning…

VHS Tapes Were Awesome, But Were They Bad? An Investigation

I have to take issue with the title of this video, VHS tapes were not “bad.” They were great. They were incredible little movie-playing contraptions that snapped, rolled and clunked, and they smelled weird. But yes, it is worth putting their image q…

CIA reportedly plans to launch a cyberattack against Russia

The United States is preparing to launch an unprecedented cyber attack against Russia, according to NBC News. Sources told the publication that the White House asked the CIA to present it with several "clandestine" cyber operation tactics t…

How to Check IPSW Signing Status

Whether or not an IPSW firmware file is signed determines whether or not you can use that IPSW to update iOS or whether or not you can downgrade iOS to a prior version. Put simply, if an IPSW firmware file is not being signed by Apple through their …

Can the Hydraulic Press Make It Through a Stack of Playing Cards?

What’s it gonna be press? Can you do it?Read more...

A Party Game That Lets You Remix Levels On The Fly

The 2016 IndieCade Festival is going on right now in Los Angeles, which means there’s a lot of weird, cool stuff being shown-off, including a video game console called DOBOTONE.Read more...

When iPhone 7 Home button fails, iOS 10 offers a nice software workaround

'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare' multiplayer beta kicks off

Did you pre-order Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare with multiplayer gaming in mind? If so, you now have a way to find out whether or not your faith (and your cash) is well-placed. As promised, the Infinite Warfare beta is live for PlayStation…

Watch Tom Cruise Run for 18 Minutes Straight in Massive Montage

“I’m sorry, John, but you’re going to have to run again.”Read more...

'Single Most Important Step' to Fight Climate Change Taken in Historic Agreement

Leaders from 170 countries agreed to a deal on Saturday that is being touted as more significant in the effort to fight climate change than last year’s Paris accords.Read more...

Get Up to Speed on Latest Features of iOS 10 with this Developer Course [Deals Hub]

Most iOS devices have already been updated to iOS 10, so there has never been a better time to learn your way around the operating system. Jumpstart your mobile development career with the Complete iOS 10 Developer Course, on sale now in the iPhon…

Watch Orbital's Antares rocket fly for the first time in 2 years

Orbital ATK's new and improved Antares rocket is ready for lift off two years after the company's unfortunate accident. Back in 2014, its older version blew up merely six seconds after launch, taking the space station's supplies with it. Si…

Get some of the best super-thin iPhone 7 & 7 Plus cases around, just $19 from totallee

The new iPhone 7/7 Plus, and all the previous models for that matter, were designed to be as thin as possible without sacrificing functionality, and that’s why we’re picky when it comes to a case that feels great in the hand. This week’s sponsor, S…

This week’s top stories: Apple Watch Nike+ hands-on & release date, iOS 10.1 beta 3, Apple’s interest in Sonder dynamic keyboards, more

In this week’s top stories: The latest iOS 10, watchOS, and tvOS beta releases,  Apple Watch Nike+ goes on sale Oct. 28 and we go hands-on, Ben shows you how to get bokeh in photos taken with older iPhones, and much more. more…Filed under: Apple …

Questionable Relationship Between Uber CEO and Mayor of Pittsburgh Revealed in Emails

Emails obtained by Motherboard show that Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto has an extremely cozy relationship with Uber’s CEO Travis Kalanick. The mayor has actively attempted to influence government proceedings on behalf of the ride-sharing giant.Read m…

Blue's Raspberry mic is small, but delivers stellar audio quality

It's no secret that Blue's line of USB microphones are a go-to choice for podcasters and anyone else who wants a simple, easy-to-use recording device. The company's Snowball and Yeti mics may be the most popular, but its last few products h…

iOS 10 warns you when iPhone 7’s Home button fails, offers automatic software workaround

iPhone 7’s new solid state Home button has been met with mixed reactions thus far. While the switch to a non-mechchancial implantation means there’s one less moving part to fail, it also comes with its own fair share of pitfalls. Apple, however, ap…

Kylo Ren Rips on Death Star in New Rogue One Trailer Reaction

Kylo Ren really isn’t happy with his grandfather’s support staff.Read more...