Articles by J.E. Reich
IBM's Watson Trend App Predicts Black Friday's Most Popular Products
According to IBM's Watson Trend, an app that posts updates on all things relating to consumer behavior, this year's Black Friday sales are experiencing a major uptick compared with 2014.
Spencer The Friendly Robot Will Help Travelers Get To Their Flights On Time
Amsterdam's international airport is introducing Spencer, a navigation-savvy robot that can help travelers find their way around traffic-heavy terminals.
Hi-C's Ecto Cooler Might Make A Comeback For New 'Ghostbusters' Movie
Hi-C's enduringly popular 'Ghostbusters'-inspired beverage might be coming to a shelf near you in anticipation of Paul Feig's 'Ghostbusters' reboot.
Kano DIY Computer Kit Finally Comes With A Screen
The Kano DIY computer kit finally has what it's been missing since its release back in 2013: a screen.
Tufts University Develops Robots That Can Learn How To Trust
Researchers at Tufts University are developing robots that can defy orders, depending on the perceived level of authority of the person giving the command, or it it puts the robot in a dangerous situation — which, in a way, helps it to develop a sense of trust.
The Nest Security Cam Is Always On, Even When It's 'Off'
Like Big Brother, Google-owned company Nest Labs' camera never seems to shut down its operation, even when a user turns the Nest Cam from 'on' to 'off' mode.
Fossils Point To Shared Genus Between Giraffe, Okapi And An Ancient Mammal
Scientists at the New York Institute of Technology have found fossil proof of the connection between the okapi and the giraffe, both members of the girafid family.
Fossil's Sleek New Smartwatches Finally Hit Stores
Fossil's Q Founder, the first smartwatch made available for purchase by the Texan clothier, might come off as a bit heavy — but this classic-looking wearable packs a real sartorial and functional punch.
Google Will Donate $1 To Education For Every Purchase Made With Android Pay
'Tis the season to give generously: in keeping with the holiday spirit, Google and Android Pay are teaming up to donate $1 for every purchase made via the mobile payment app to special needs education.
Playbrush Turns Brushing Your Teeth Into A Video Game
Playbrush is an attachable bottom to your kid's toothbrush -- and turns a boring activity like brushing your teeth into a fun, child-friendly video game.
These Temporary Tattoos Can Monitor Your Health
The company Chaotic Moon has created a biowearable tattoo that can monitor as much as any FitBit. A company called Chaotic Moon has rolled out a temporary tattoo that serves as an embeddable fitness tracker.
'New Stand' Is The Underground Smart Store For The Contemporary NYCer
The New Stand isn't your typical NYC bodega. Located underground at the Union Square subway stop, the 'smart bodega' offers customers products that are tailored for commuters, and a news app that blasts bite-sized headlines without the use of traditional Wi-Fi.
Book Review: 'Luke Skywalker Can't Read: And Other Geeky Truths' By Ryan Britt
Ryan Britt's love letter to the power of science fiction uses personal anecdotes and observations to create an essential pop culture read.
Owning A 3D-Printed Gun File Is Now Illegal In Australian Province
New South Wales, a province in Australia, has enacted an amendment which prohibits owning blueprints for a 3D-printed gun.
'Fantastic Four' Sequel Taken Off Fox's Release Schedule
After its disastrous box office release, Josh Trank's second film in the 'Fantastic Four' franchise has been indefinitely taken off 20th Century Fox's release schedule.
Volcanoes Played A Lesser Role In Dinosaur Extinction Than Previously Thought
Scientists have long thought that volcanoes played a large part in gas and particle emissions, which drastically changed the Earth's atmosphere and killed off any remaining dinosaurs — but a team of researchers at the University of Leeds is saying otherwise.
Neil deGrasse Tyson Debunks The Science In Pixar's 'The Good Dinosaur'
Could humans and dinosaurs have lived side-by-side if the asteroid Chicxulub hadn't hit Earth more than 66 million years ago, killing them all off? Neil deGrasse Tyson doesn't think so.
Google Street View Offers Digital Tour Of Jordan's Ancient City Of Petra
Google Street View has teamed up with the country of Jordan to bring digital tours of over 30 historical sites located within its borders — including the ancient city of Petra, which the Smithsonian dubbed 'the seventh new wonder of the world.'
'Futurama' Will Return As A Mobile Video Game
After two years off the air, 'Simpsons' creator Matt Groening's sci-fi series 'Futurama' is finally coming back - as a video game.
The Curious Case Of The Max Headroom Broadcast, The Biggest TV Hack In History
Nov. 22, 2015 marks the 28th anniversary of the Max Headroom signal disruption, in which two Chicago TV stations were hacked by a video of a man dressed up as the popular 80s cyperpunk personality -- a man no one has been able to identify for over two decades.
Ofcom Study Shows Teens Can't Tell The Difference Between Google Ads And Results
Almost one-third of British teens get confused between ads and results in Google's search engine, according to media literacy group Ofcom. The same thing is happening with paid content on YouTube, which adolescents are now prone to watch more than traditional television.
Newly-Discovered Fireworm Fossil Named After Punk Icon Henry Rollins
The fossil of a fireworm, which has distinctive musculature, has been discovered by scientists of the Natural History Museum and the University of Bristol. The scientists have chosen to name it after rocker Henry Rollins due to the muscle.
EU Plans Bitcoin Regulations To Counteract Terrorist Funding
After the Nov. 13 terrorist attacks which left 129 dead in Paris, the EU has made a call for proposals that will curb terrorist funding through nontraditional monetary systems - including bitcoin.
Somehow, There Are Two 'Tetris' Movies Now In The Works
After the first adaptation of the popular game 'Tetris' was announced, plans for a second movie have followed — but the latter project, to be produced by 'X-Men' director Brett Ratner, is taking a decidedly different tack.
The RIF6 Is A Mobile Movie Projector That Fits In The Palm Of Your Hand
The RIF6, the eponymous Manhattan-based startup's high-res mobile film projector, brings the silver screen to your living room -- all the while being small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.
AeroGarden Lets You Work Your Green Thumb With A Tablet
The Bounty Elite grower, AeroGarden's latest model in its hydroponic line, brings an LCD tablet controller to the table for optimized planting.
Eyes-On With Nvidia's Shield K1 Upgrade For Gamers, Featuring The Same Looks With A Lower Price Tag
Even though Nvidia's Shield tablet upgrade, the Shield K1, appears to be a lot like its predecessor, a few standout features make it worth trying out twice - including its price.
Durex Launches A Hashtag Campaign For A Safe Sex Emoji
In anticipation of World AIDS Day 2015, the condom brand Durex wants to do its part in raising awareness for HIV and STI prevention — with help from a viral marketing campaign for the world's first condom-themed emoji.
You Can Now Refrigerate Water With A Laser
Scientists and the University of Washington have figured out a way that infrared lasers can refrigerate water — which might help us better understand the way that atoms and molecules function.
Fiat Unveils A Stormtrooper Concept Car In Honor Of 'The Force Awakens'
In anticipation for 'The Force Awakens,' the Italian luxury automaker Fiat has rolled out a concept car based off of the armor design of the Empire's quintessential Imperial foot soldier.
