Zev Mo Tech Blog

Google [HTC] Nexus One ads taking on Apple strategy

Posted on08. Feb, 2010 by zevmo.

Using advertising techniques reminiscent of post-release Apple products, Google crafted a set of YouTube videos touting the Nexus One Mobile smart phone.  These videos are exceptionally well done, and are quite convincing.
After a week engagement with an HTC  myTouch (Android OS 1.6), I would have been a little hesitant to even try another Android phone.  [...]

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Who said Sci-Fi is a waste of time? [future-tech weapons]

Posted on04. Jan, 2010 by zevmo.

Check out Wired Magazine’s post on 10 Sci-Fi Weapons that Actually Exist:
The 10 rundown:

XM-25 grenade launcher (I would say the XM-8 is the stocking stuffer for next year)
Armored ROV’s (Aren’t they cute, until you have a 50 cal up your 6)
Active Denial System (Millimeter-wave radiation- also does pancakes in your pocket)
Long Range Acoustic Devices [...]

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Video: Russian Mi-26 Halo sling-loads Dutch AS 532 Cougar in Afghanistan

Posted on30. Dec, 2009 by zevmo.

Cool video of a Russian Mi-26 (Halo) sling-loading a battle-damaged AS 532 (Cougar) in Southern Afghanistan.  This thing is one HUGE engineering marvel.  Check out the video…
According to the report:
“A Russian crew has successfully returned a NATO chopper to its airbase in Kandahar after the craft came under attack. The Dutch helicopter was [...]

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