Augmented reality has been getting a lot of hype lately especially in the mobile world as it gives GPS aided phones a rather nifty HUD-like layer to their normal map applications. So far, developers are just barely scratching the surface of the potential that AR holds. Though researchers at Carnegie Mellon University are quickly turning “sci-fi” into reality and giving AR a new, unique application — seeing through walls. By using two cameras, one giving...

There’s no doubt that Google Street View is largely one of the best map tools available in the world. With endless miles of real world pictures giving you an accurate of just about any particular area, one would think Google would call this one done. But don’t think they’re stopping where the pavement ends and the grass/mulch/squishy tire chunks begin. As much as the famed Google Street View car is spotted, it’s almost funny to sit back and...

We can finally see it. The Garmin nuvifone G60 is finally coming to market. These two years have been full of disappointment after disappointment and one delayed release announcement after another — not exactly the most expedited as you can see. However, put any ill will behind you and get your geek radar ready. Starting October 4th, AT&T will carry the nuvifone G60 and bring to market one of the most delayed handsets to date…anywhere. The specs are...

Hate me if you want. Call me too cynical. But one thing is for certain, Tom Tom’s iPhone car mount is over priced by about 80% of what it should actually cost. In case you were curious. The mount is currently available for pre-order on Apple’s UK store for £100 ($160.67 USD)! £100 for a collection of plastic screwed together to hold a phone in your window. Ya I’ll pass. How stupid and gullible does Apple/TomTom think we are? I’m sure plenty...

One of the coolest Android apps available currently available hands down is that of Layar. This seemingly average socially “aware” augmented reality browser displays real time info about various places using your phone’s camera, GPS, compass, etc. isn’t sitting still in terms of development and advancement. Come November, this nifty little app will be making a mighty large move into the third dimension. As you can see from the photo above, the...