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netbuzz writes “Comic creator Randall Monroe suggested in a recent xkcd strip that YouTube comments would be better — or, more precisely, less idiotic — if only those posting them were forced to hear their words read aloud first. Well, YouTube has gone and made this “audio preview” a reality, albeit an optional one. And, it’s not the first time that xkcd has contributed to the betterment of the Internet, as those who are familiar with last year’s “Internet census” and its use of a Hilbert curve may remember.”

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netbuzz writes “Comic creator Randall Monroe suggested in a recent xkcd strip that YouTube comments would be better — or, more precisely, less idiotic — if only those posting them were forced to hear their words read aloud first. Well, YouTube has gone and made this “audio preview” a reality, albeit an optional one. And, it’s not the first time that xkcd has contributed to the betterment of the Internet, as those who are familiar with last year’s “Internet census” and its use of a Hilbert curve may remember.”

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Original post by CmdrTaco

netbuzz writes “Comic creator Randall Monroe suggested in a recent xkcd strip that YouTube comments would be better — or, more precisely, less idiotic — if only those posting them were forced to hear their words read aloud first. Well, YouTube has gone and made this “audio preview” a reality, albeit an optional one. And, it’s not the first time that xkcd has contributed to the betterment of the Internet, as those who are familiar with last year’s “Internet census” and its use of a Hilbert curve may remember.”

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Original post by CmdrTaco

netbuzz writes “Comic creator Randall Monroe suggested in a recent xkcd strip that YouTube comments would be better — or, more precisely, less idiotic — if only those posting them were forced to hear their words read aloud first. Well, YouTube has gone and made this “audio preview” a reality, albeit an optional one. And, it’s not the first time that xkcd has contributed to the betterment of the Internet, as those who are familiar with last year’s “Internet census” and its use of a Hilbert curve may remember.”

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Original post by CmdrTaco

netbuzz writes “Comic creator Randall Monroe suggested in a recent xkcd strip that YouTube comments would be better — or, more precisely, less idiotic — if only those posting them were forced to hear their words read aloud first. Well, YouTube has gone and made this “audio preview” a reality, albeit an optional one. And, it’s not the first time that xkcd has contributed to the betterment of the Internet, as those who are familiar with last year’s “Internet census” and its use of a Hilbert curve may remember.”

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Original post by CmdrTaco

From our robotics friends in Dallas:

Would you be interested in being a judge for a middle school robotics competition?
The FIRST Lego League (FLL) Championship will be in Dallas, January 31st.
For more information about (FLL), check out our web site.
It’s a one-day event, and we are currently looking for 24 judges.

Judging areas include:

• Technical judging (need - score teams on how well robot is programmed
• Project judging (need - listen to and judge team research presentations/skits
• Teamwork judging (need - judge a team on how well they work together to complete a task
• Referees (need 6) - track points scored when teams robots compete to complete a challenge

We are trying to confirm our judges and referees as soon as possible. There will be a 1 day training before the event.
A technical background is preferred, but not required.
It’s a fun, lighthearted event and you would be inspiring middle school students across North Texas.

If interested, please email Janet Butler, North Texas Assistant Regional Director, at jbutler@usfirst.org ..

Here’s a video of Elite Engineers’ winning entry in First Lego League Scandinavia:

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Original post by Luke Iseman

Another impressive LEGO build, nice illuminated accents -

Real working (electronic) V8 engine made from Lego Technic. This is not a Lego set, but I completely designed and build it myself. It took me about 4/5 months. Enjoy!

More pics of the build avaible on Brickshelf Gallery. [via Hacked Gadgets]

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1440 rpms v8 LEGO engine

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Original post by Collin Cunningham

Upcoming camera set to be the world’s smallest High Definition system camera.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

This is an interesting solution to controlling your DSLR without having to use a traditional computer.

It occurred to me that if I could somehow tether a DSLR to an instant-on device like an Arduino microcontroller I would have less weight to carry around and could get more work done. After mentally spec’ing out what I would need, I realized the solution was right in front of me - because I bring it with me for Mario Kart wireless races on long night jobs - (In the manner of John Lasseter’s slow epiphany voice): “Use-the-Nintendo-D-S.” Duh.

More about A Nintendo DS Controlling A DSLR Camera [Gadget Review]

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Original post by Marc de Vinck

Filed under: Digital Cameras, Peripherals

You’ve got to be kidding us, right? Since February of 2007, Jobo has been dangling this unicorn-like geotagger in our faces and threatening to launch every six months or so, and right on cue, the company is back with yet another claim of “it’s almost here.” This time at Photokina 2008, the outfit is asserting that its $159 GPS-packing add-on, which automatically geotags images of any camera it’s docked on, is just one month away from being released in the US. Or, the Windows version at least — Mac users will have to wait until the end of this year. Or next. Or the next. Or maybe even the next.

[Via CNET]

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Original post by Darren Murph

Consumer point’n’shooter offers HD video and a mighty zoom.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

Top notch camera firm roll out two credit-crunch defying high end digital compacts.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

Full frame dSLR offers an incredible 24.6MP resolution.

Original post by Mike Slocombe

Have you ever broken the sound barrier? It’s easier than you think. You just need a good bullwhip,
which converts arm movement into supersonic speed and triggers a sonic boom
called a whip crack.
Thanks go to William Gurstelle for the original article in Make Volume 9.
To download The Bullwhip MP4 click here or subscribe in iTunes.

Check out the complete Bullwhip article MAKE 09 “The Bullwhip”
and you can see that in our digital edition.

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Editor’s note: This video has a new sponsor, GoDaddy - so if you’re thinking of getting a domain name you can use the MAKEMAG code and get 10% off… -pt
If you want to make an impact online, GoDaddy.com has what you need. .COM names as low as $1.99. Plus, world-class hosting, fast-&-easy Web site builders and much more. Plus, as a viewer of the MAKE Podcast, enter code MAKEMAG, when you check out, and save an additional 10% on any order. Some restrictions apply, see site for details. Get your piece of the internet at GoDaddy.com.

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Original post by KipKay

Build a powerful pocket amplifier for your headphones and put it in a “curiously strong” minty case.
Thanks go to Warren Young for the original article in Make Volume 4.
To download Mint Tin Amp MP4 click here or subscribe in iTunes.

Check out the complete Mint Tin Amp article including schematics MAKE 04 “Mint Tin Amp”
and you can see that in our digital edition.

More details on Making the Mint Tin Amp can be found here
Check out other Altoids tin projects on Make

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Editor’s note: This video has a new sponsor, GoDaddy - so if you’re thinking of getting a domain name you can use the MAKEMAG code and get 10% off… -pt
If you want to make an impact online, GoDaddy.com has what you need. .COM names as low as $1.99. Plus, world-class hosting, fast-&-easy Web site builders and much more. Plus, as a viewer of the MAKE Podcast, enter code MAKEMAG, when you check out, and save an additional 10% on any order. Some restrictions apply, see site for details. Get your piece of the internet at GoDaddy.com.

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