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Can another tablet challenge the iPad?
Jonathan and Chris have been following the iPad since it ...
Jonathan and Chris have been following the iPad since it was little more than a rumor on the Internet -- but now that the iPad is out, will a competitor challenge its success? Listen in to learn more about the iPad's potential rivals.
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How Facial Recognition Technology Works
Human beings are great at recognizing faces, but historically, computers ...
Human beings are great at recognizing faces, but historically, computers haven't had much luck replicating this ability. How can we teach computers to recognize faces? In this podcast, Jonathan and Chris tackle the weird world of facial recognition.
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Is technology rotting our brains?
Since the internet allows users to access an enormous amount ...
Since the internet allows users to access an enormous amount of data, it is theoretically possible for an individual to learn almost anything. Yet some experts believe this technology is adversely affecting the human mind -- especially the attention span.
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What's the deal with the Facebook Phone?
According to recent rumors, Facebook may be secretly building a ...
According to recent rumors, Facebook may be secretly building a software platform for smartphones of the future. Could the rumors be true? In this episode, Chris and Jonathan break down the possible motivations for this move. Tune in to learn more.
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Why do we need early adopters?
When new products emerge, early adopters are the first folks ...
When new products emerge, early adopters are the first folks in line. They provide vital information to other customers, most of whom don't want to buy something right away. Learn more about early adopters -- and why they're important -- in this podcast.
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What makes a good gaming PC?
If you own a personal computer dedicated to gaming, you ...
If you own a personal computer dedicated to gaming, you know the habit can become surprisingly expensive. In this podcast, Jonathan and Chris explore the costs involved with playing the latest and greatest PC games -- and how to build your own machine.
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How Sonar Works
Sonar uses sound to gauge the distance between objects. Although ...
Sonar uses sound to gauge the distance between objects. Although most people associate sonar with submarines, humans use sonar for a lot more than underwater navigation. In this episode, Jonathan and Chris take a look at the mechanics behind sonar.
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The Story of the Gatling Gun
When Richard Jordan Gatling invented the Gatling gun, he revolutionized ...
When Richard Jordan Gatling invented the Gatling gun, he revolutionized wartime firepower. In this episode, Chris and Jonathan discuss the history of firepower and the principles behind the Gatling gun.
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TechSword & LaserStuff at Dragon*Con
In this episode, Chris and Jonathan travel to Dragon*Con and ...
In this episode, Chris and Jonathan travel to Dragon*Con and meet with Tom Merritt and Veronica Belmont, the hosts of the Sword and Laser podcast. Tune in to get an inside look at how podcasting works, and catch a few tech predictions along the way.
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What are phone phreaks?
Would you believe that people used to make free calls ...
Would you believe that people used to make free calls by using a plastic whistle? In the days before the Internet, phone phreaks explored every nook and cranny of the phone system. But what were they up to, and how did they do it? Tune in to find out.
