A well-known and respected computer security researcher was detained for several hours by border agents who searched his laptop and cell.
The border search comes on the heels of two similar incidents targeting other white hat hackers.
Source:
http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2010/11/hacker-border-search/
More ominously, there are rumors that the TSA is considering banning the use of in-flight WiFi after useless, SIM-card-lacking cell phones were discovered attached to the toner cartridges in question.
No one is arguing that the cell phones could've been detonated by a phone call in flight, but there's the possibility that such a device could be constructed, which may be all the incentive the DHS needs.
When you get tired of modding computers, game consoles, cell phones, and other boring electronics, there's always the option of building a functional flamethrower with whatever you have laying around.
Source:
http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/top-5-coolest-homemade-flamethrowers
Cell recycling is a method by which old and used cell phones are donated to, or purchased by a company that specializes in reclaiming the reusable materials.
These materials are then used in the process of reconditioning phones for resale. This process provides several advantages, both to individuals and to the environment, as a whole, and can be a
Source:
http://www.mobilephones-news.com/2010/06/how-does-cell-recycling-work/
Convenience and timesaving are two features that are usually big sellers when it comes to the preferences of the modern consumer.
We dont however, usually connect those two dots when talking about cell phones and/or electric shavers.
Source:
http://www.weirdasianews.com/2010/04/28/shave-mobile-hairy-multitasker/
Policymakers who have become increasingly concerned about drivers using cell phones now have a new worry: According to a study of four jurisdictions that have banned the use of hand-held devices while driving, the laws have not reduced accident rates.
Source:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123084040
