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iPhone Pwnage Tool 2.0 Now Available (Jailbreak and Unlock) [Iphone Unlock]

Jason Chen — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:28:04 +0000

The iPhone 2.0 Pwnage Tool is now available, weighing in at 19.7MB. It came slightly earlier than expected, but I'm sure nobody's complaining that they can now unlock their iPhones and iPod Touches a day early. Grab it on the iPhone Dev Site. It only jailbreaks, not unlocks the iPhone 3G, so you'll have to wait a little longer for that one. [iPhone Dev Blog]

iPhone shortages causing major delays for AT&T, businesses

Digg — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:20:02 +0000

Apple promised that iPhone 3G and its iPhone 2.0 software would be more suited to business, but a severe shortage of the device could force companies to wait as long as two weeks before they see their orders, and is forcing many home customers to go without at the same time.

Eee PC 1000H Price Drops, Now $549 [Asus Eee Pc 1000h]

Elaine Chow — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:05:00 +0000

Looks like Asus listened to us when we complained about the price of their biggest and best Eee PC yet, the Eee PC 1000H. It's been on sale for less than a week, but Newegg's already dropped the price by $100. In case that was the only thing preventing you from taking a bite out of Eee, go pick it up now for $549. [Mobile Stylus]

Iraqi PM, Malaki, Backs Obama’s Troop Exit Plan

Digg — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:00:03 +0000

Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki told a German magazine he supported prospective U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama's proposal that U.S. troops should leave Iraq within 16 months.

Behind the IMAX in The Dark Knight [Batman]

Elaine Chow — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:00:00 +0000

One of the many exciting aspects of The Dark Knight is how the movie incorporated IMAX shots. Friends who watched the film have called the shots absolutely stunning and incredibly immersive; another reason why this is the Best. Movie. Ever. Having yet to see it, I can only sigh wistfully and aggregate information on how it was done. Popular Mechanics has a great write-up of the challenges in shooting with an IMAX camera, including a behind-the-scenes video on how the action came together.

IMAX cameras, which use 70mm film, are much larger and heavier than a traditional 35mm machine. Among the plethora of changes to accommodate IMAX, technicians reinforced gyrostabled remote control camera cranes, crafted sturdier rigs to be mounted on cars, and forced one poor cameraman to actually carry the damn thing on his shoulders in an especially tense S.W.A.T. Team sequence.

When you're done checking the video out, head over to Wired (if you haven't already) for even more information on Christopher Nolan's methods and madness. Helicopters, wrangling with the Chinese government; the making of this movie could be its own movie. [Popular Mechanics]

Jesus christ what happened to this bird?

Digg — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:40:04 +0000

Zombie Bird?

Nintendo is… Bill O’reilly report.

Digg — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:40:03 +0000

This is an old clip of Inside Edition with an article about Nintendos big success in America. This video has it all. Its got Howard Phillips in an interview, and even has a Nintendo game counselor, who has been featured in early issues of Nintendo Powers Q&A section.

Sun offers Free alternative to VMWare Fusion and Parallels

Digg — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:20:03 +0000

Virtualization continues to be a big topic among Mac users with Intel-powered Macs. Products from Parallels and VMware allow you to easily run many different operating systems on your Mac, each within its own protected virtual environment. Recently, a third player entered the market—Sun, with its VirtualBox product.

Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle for $3000 [DIY]

Elaine Chow — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:15:00 +0000

For DIYers with a lot more technical know-how than cash, an Instructables user has put up a really interesting tutorial on building an electric motorcycle using just $3000. The vehicle has a 70mph top speed, but can only go about 10 miles before it needs to be recharged. It's great for a quick trip to the store, if you don't make any unexpected stops along the way. With gas prices being what they are, you should probably try to make it so everything you would normally need to get to is less than 10 miles away anyhow. [Instructables via Uberreview]

Eee PC 1000H gets a $100 price drop

Nilay Patel — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:04:00 +0000

Filed under: Laptops

It's only been on sale for six days, but the pricetag on the Eee PC 1000H just dropped by $100, down to $549. We're not sure if early buyers will get that extra Benny back, but it certainly can't hurt to ask -- and ASUS, while you're at it, how about taking a little off the 901 as well?

[Via Mobile Stylus; thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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