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Blogger Profile: Phil Tucker

A Toronto based software developer, musician and electronics enthusiast, Phil Tucker is constantly putting technology to work in new and ingenious ways. If he's not programming, playing music, modifying a new gadget or sailing the Great Lakes then there's really no telling what he's up to. You can follow Phil on Twitter (@unmaintained) or contact him at phil@sync.ca.

HG February 16, 2012
The iCade 8-Bitty brings retro control to iOS and Android The iCade 8-Bitty brings retro control to iOS and Android

ThinkGeek pays homage to vintage console gaming with a new Bluetooth controller for smartphones and tablets.

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HG February 9, 2012
Monolithic gadgets heat up to save you time and energy Monolithic gadgets heat up to save you time and energy

Find out how these two cube-like gadgets can help you stay out of the cold.

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N February 2, 2012
Is this boy born with night vision the next step in human evolution? Is this boy born with night vision the next step in human evolution?

A blue-eyed Chinese boy born with cat-like night vision may offer clues to the future of human evolution.

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TT January 26, 2012
Women buy more “hot” gadgets than men Women buy more “hot” gadgets than men

New research suggests women are more likely than men to pick up the latest high tech gizmo.

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HG January 20, 2012
How to control your thermostat from anywhere without breaking the bank How to control your thermostat from anywhere without breaking the bank

Finally an affordable Wi-Fi enabled thermostat you can control over the net using any browser or smartphone.

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OL January 13, 2012
Facebook adding targeted ads to News Feed — is anyone surprised? Facebook adding targeted ads to News Feed — is anyone surprised?

Like it or not Facebook has started displaying advertisements in users’ News Feeds.

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HT January 5, 2012
How to record, download and share MP3′s from the comfort of your browser How to record, download and share MP3′s from the comfort of your browser

This simple, useful site will have you recording and sharing audio clips in seconds flat.

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OL December 30, 2011
Cute cat videos duke it out on YouTube Slam Cute cat videos duke it out on YouTube Slam

YouTube’s latest feature lets users vote on the funniest, weirdest, most talented and cutest videos in head-to-head battles.

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N December 22, 2011
Cyber criminals tie up phone lines for a fee — is your bank trying to call you? Cyber criminals tie up phone lines for a fee — is your bank trying to call you?

Security researchers have uncovered a new underground service offering to tie up a victim’s mobile phone or land line making it impossible for legitimate calls to get through.

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HG December 16, 2011
Plants vs Gadgets: Cold and calculating tech goes green and leafy Plants vs Gadgets: Cold and calculating tech goes green and leafy

Amidst growing ecological concerns the technology industry is finding new ways to support and integrate plant life. Here are 10 examples of innovative green-thumbed gadgets.

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