Google Maps introduces indoor walking directions
Google Maps for Android now supports indoor walking directions at participating locations across U.S. and Japan.
Kevin Pereira leaving G4′s “Attack of the Show”
After a decade working at G4, host Kevin Pereira has announced that he is leaving the network. Pereira first worked in production for the network, quickly becoming co-host for “Attack of the Show” in 2006. He will continue to host until his last day on May 31. Pereira will still be on-hand for the E3 2012 coverage, taking place the following week.
“For the last ten years, G4 has provided me a phenomenal career filled with countless once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and the chance to work with some of the most driven, talented and passionate people in the business,” said Pereira. “I want to thank our viewers for allowing me to inform and entertain them each and every week.”
Although I’m happy for Kevin taking this time to pursue other interests, this surely sucks for those that loved watching his daily antics. With the absence of Olivia Munn, Kevin Sessler, and Alison Haislip, Kevin’s departure truly is a tremendous blow to the network. This is a sad day in nerdom.
Google Drive is real, officially announced
Rumors of Google’s upcoming cloud based storage solution were all over the Interwebs for the past few months. Today, rumor becomes reality.
Introducing Google Drive, a storage option that will soon be built into all of Google’s different mediums. From Google +, to Google Docs, to Gmail, you’ll be able to access, upload, and attach files seamlessly. You’ll also be able to edit documents in real-time with others, without worry.
Those who sign up will receive 5GB of free storage that be accessed anywhere. For those that want to upgrade, there are optional plans like the 25GB plan for $2.49 a month, the 100GB plan for $4.99 a month, or the 1TB plan for $49.99 a month. Pretty ridiculous how cheap and attractive their storage options are for both consumers and businesses alike. For more information, or to sign up, check out Google’s blog here.
Pebble e-paper watch will display mobile notifications on your wrist
Your mind is about to be blown! Introducing the Pebble, a new watch arriving this September. This awesome e-paper watch is fully visible in outdoor light, with a vibrant, crisp screen capable of displaying digital, analog, or a text clock. The Pebble will also sync with your mobile phone to bring you text, email, and other notification alerts. Pretty great idea, right?
Get yours for just $115 on Kickstarter, before it launches this fall for $150.
Google’s Eric Schmidt speaks at Mobile World Congress
The above video is all about Google’s presence at this year’s Mobile World Congress, currently taking place in Spain. If you’re interested in Google, Android, or any of the company’s initiatives, take a look above. Executive Chairman of Google takes the stage to discuss what’s new in terms of products, software, and innovation. You may want to grab a beer or two, as it’s over an hour long.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview now available for download
Those who may have skipped on the option to download the Developer’s Preview of Windows 8 last year don’t have to wait for the full retail release of Microsoft’s new OS to take a glance. Today, Microsoft has made the Consumer Preview available to download. I’m absolutely in love with the redesigned look and feel of Windows, and the new tile metro style they’re utilizing across all Windows products.
As part of the Consumer Preview, Microsoft has announced that all applications in the Windows Store will be free during the preview. Of course, once the retail version of Windows 8 launches, you’ll have to cough up some coinage. Still, quite a fantastic opportunity to really test out what Microsoft has been working on for the past few years.
You can download the preview here.
Hulu Plus comes to Wii today, 3DS later this year
Nintendo Wii owners now have another channel to add to their vacant and dusty homescreen. The company has announced that starting today, Hulu Plus subscribers can now download the new channel, giving them the ability to view the wealth of Internet streaming content on their Wii consoles. For $7.99 a month, users can gain streaming access to TV programs across several networks like ABC, FOX and NBC.
Nintendo has also announced plans to add Hulu Plus to the Nintendo 3DS handheld, a service which is scheduled for later this year. For more information, continue reading the official press release below.
[Wii owners with broadband Internet access now have a new way to watch their favorite TV shows and movies. Starting today, Wii owners can subscribe to Hulu Plus for $7.99 a month and instantly stream current-season hit TV shows such as Family Guy,Glee, New Girl, Vampire Diaries, The Office, The Biggest Loser and Modern Family, as well as full back seasons of hit shows like Community and Grey’s Anatomy. Kids can enjoy a growing library of favorites, including Arthur, Wild Kratts and Dinosaur Train, and families can browse through hundreds of popular movies from Miramax and more.
Kodak no longer making cameras
Considering you probably haven’t purchased a Kodak camera, or Kodak film, or film in general in the last decade or two, this new may not shock you. Still, the following sentence is kind of unbelievable. Kodak has officially announced plans today to stop producing cameras. The company will instead focus on licensing their brand, photo printing services, and their recent attempts in the home printer business.
In the 1980s, Kodak was the brand you thought of when referring to cameras and film. While just looking at photos from my childhood photo albums, nearly all of the pictures have Kodak written on the back of them.
While somehow retaining the brand recognition decades later, Kodak as a company has been drowning for years. I’m glad they are looking at ways to capitalize on the brand, but hope they can utilize technology and again find a niche to thrive in this new digital world.
Nintendo releasing pink 3DS for Valentine’s Day
A brand new color is entering retail stores in the next two weeks, all thanks to the ever-loathed Hallmark holiday of Valentine’s Day. Nintendo of America has announced a new pink option is coming, slated for a February 10 release. Lovey dovey gamers can snag their loved ones this sexy new 3D handheld, for $169.99. Unfortunately, no games are coming with the bundle. Womp, womp.
For more information, continue reading Nintendo’s official press release below:
[Nintendo of America has a perfectly pink new option for consumers looking to win over their loved ones this Valentine's Day. Starting Feb. 10, a Pearl Pink edition of the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system - previously available only as part of a limited-edition bundle - will be available as a stand-alone item at retailers nationwide, offered at a suggested retail price of $169.99.















