IBM develops a faster transistor

IBM announced they have developed a transistor that runs up to 100 times faster then the fastest CPU on the market today.
When cooled to absolute zero, the transistor runs at 500 GHz, but will run at 300 GHz at room temperature.
They've achieved this by lacing the silicone with germanium to achieve faster transfer rates.
The possibilities are endless for this kind of technology.

Full article here on msnbc.com

Something I need...

The worlds first solar powered scooter.

According to the article, it will reach speeds of 55mph and only cost $850!

Now all we need to do is figure out a way to make 6'4" 270lb males not look dumb riding one....

Here's something everyone needs...

A lifesized Robocop statue!

More recycling goodness...

Sony is following in Apple's footsteps and taking it one step further. You can now trade in any old laptop or desktop to the Sony recycling program AND get credit towards your purchase of a new Sony VAIO laptop. :)

Sony the new top dog?

Sony, a definate late comer to the market, comes out swining with the new DSLR-A100 10.2M digital SLR camera.
This monster of a camera comes packed with features. Weighing in at 1lb 3oz without the battery or lens the alpha comes with image stabilization built into the camera, and a dust resistant CCD that vibrates when you turn the camera off to knock off any dust that may have landed on the CCD while changing lenses.
This top dog also comes with an auto focusing system when it detects the eye at the viewfinder, selectable 9 point auto focus, 3 fps continuious shot mode, and dual media formats (CF I/II + memory stick).
Possibly the most significant is the built in image stabilization, I really can't wait to see how well it works.
The camera with an 18-70mm lens kit will retail for 999.95 when it comes out in late July.

Reynolds, Indiana

Treehugger.com has an interesting article about a town in Indiana that is planning on going completely off the grid. Check it out.

New Sony Flatpanels

New beautiful Sony Bravia XBR's coming this fall. Available in 40 46 and 52" the XBR3 is piano black and the XBR2 has swappable bezel's for color matching. Both go back to the floating glass look, hidden speakers, and come fully loaded with 1080p resolution. XBR3 46" is tentatively priced at $5,300.

A computer in your wall?

I really love this new product from Chip PC. This will be great for use with Metaframe or any other dummy terminal.