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Greenpeace Alerts From Dangerous Chemicals In Game Consoles
I don’t want to put you into panic, but i guess it is important for gamers to be aware of the possibility that game consoles might contain some hazardous chemicals with an impact on their memory and learning capabilities for the long term. The source for this latest alert is Greenpeace, who tested 3 major gaming consoles, including Xbox, PS3 and Nintento Wii. The organization has found those dangerous materials, like phthalates and bromine, in each one of the consoles, on different parts, so next time you crash your car on GTA IV, just think of the consequences. Mind you, Greenpeace offers a direct contact to the manufacturers in order to put some pressure and demand a clean up consoles. Interestingly, only Nintendo’s email has worked out.
[via slashgear]
King Deco Turns The DS Lite Into a Styling Nightmare
First time I’ve encountered with this picture, i thought it’s an old fashioned purse, designed for super-chic grannies. Turns out i was totally wrong, It is a Nintendo DS Lite, turned into a crappy piece of coated spangling pearls, courtesy of King Deco. I mean, seriously, what were they thinking, is there anyone in this planet that consider buying this thing? I guess not, unless you’re a DS collector.
[via Crave]
iPhone Racing Game “Raging Thunder” Lets You Drive a Car With The Gyro Accelerometer
Raging Thunder, for iphone or iPod Touch devices brings new fascinating gaming experience, allowing drivers to choose a cool sporty car and burn the tracks, controlling it with the built-in gyro accelerometer. This new navigation method marks the next car-control generation, as it replaces the old wheel with new technology structures, enabling on-the-go playable racing games. The OpenGL 3D graphics looks very rich and the game itself works well, though it has some bugs and glitches here and there. The game is available to jailbroken handsets via the Installer.app, so if you look for a nice enjoyable way to pass your time on the train, it might be an adequate solution.
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[Via TUAW]
GTA IV Gets Online Social Google Maps Service To Share Your discoveries With Your Friends
Everybody wants to take part and have a roll in the GTA IV madness, as I hear that Liberty City locals will enjoy the ability to navigate their way threw the massive number of “points of interest”, interspersed across the town, with Google Maps. The service provides online social game mapping, allowing players to share their discovery points (like restaurants, clubs, bars, bowling, ATM, gun shops or Internet Cafe) with their friends, by simply adding markers on the map and pointing the exact location of the place. I wonder if someone has time to read this thing, as I find many of my friends busy all day, playing the game, burning the roads.
[grandtheftauto.ign via kotaku]
Wiimote Cufflinks Designed For Gamers In Suits
I’m not so sure there are gamers in suits, but in any case they do decide to wear one, the new Wiimote cufflinks, made of sterling silver, can be a nice accessory to complete the look, as the front is a Wiimote and the back is a Nunchuk. Mind you, those cuffs don’t come cheap, and a pair of them will cost you $150, but it shouldn’t deter Wii fans from getting a chance to own something so unique.
[via slashgear]
PS3 Metal Gear Solid 4 Pack Is Going Grey And Scarce
PlayStation3 “Metal Gear Solid 4 Package” is heading Stateside on June 12th, bundled with a limited edition gunmetal grey PS3 console, Metal Gear video game and a DualShock 3 controller. Mind you, this 80GB PS3 box is claimed to be a “VERY, VERY Limited Edition”, so if you plan getting one, prepare your tents to stand in the queue for long days. Regretfully, there are no details on price or places you can buy this baby.
[via kotaku]
PlayStation 3 GTA IV Package Hits Europe
Remember the Xbox 360 limited-edition version, bundled with Grand Theft Auto IV? Turns out Sony has the same thing, as a 40GB PS3 console, packed with the desired game, has popped up in a Swedish retailer’s website, offering a nice designed GTA IV case along with all the required accessories. Price is extremely high, since the Scandinavian market is very expensive, but even though, 4,499 SEK ($755) won’t deter fanatic gamers from purchasing it. No details when this special edition is set to be released in the US, but be sure it will, for a much cheaper price.
XCM Introduces a Chrome Cover Shell For Xbox 360
I don’t really like this whitish Xbox 360 color, i think it’s dull and pale. To serve my desires (and others), XCM has created a really cool chrome Xbox 360 case, compatible with the HDMI ports. This new metallic mirrored shell will shine on your desk for merely $60, but if you want a matchable skin for your controllers, it should be $25 each, which makes this escapade a bit expensive and very smudgy.
[via slashgear]
Nintendo DS Lite - Barack Obama Style
It seems Nintendo DS Lite is getting many refreshing designs lately, some of them are official, some are not. This time it is a street artist, named Shepard Fairey, who decided to bring his favorite presidential candidate onto his DS Lite surface, by sticking Barack Obama’s artwork portrait on the case, showing off his future vote. To customize his Nintendo DS, Fairey used a 4×6 sticker, ordered from Sticker Robot, and For some reason, this new design looks original and genuine to fit in Obama’s campaign - Yes We Can.
[via pocketgamer]
Counter Strike Hits The iPod Touch
Although it may seems hard to play this shooter game with your fingers, tapping on the multi-touch screen, we like the idea and the intention of bringing 3D games to the iPhone or the iPod Touch. Counter Strike is just the beginning, yes it’s buggy, hard to control and barely playable, but I’m sure it will be improved with the next versions. The installation is a bit complicated for tech fogies, so just check out the following video. If you insist trying it, read the instructions after the break.
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[via gmp3]
Is This The Next GTA IV Map?
As mentioned before, the expectation for the new GTA IV, turns me into an impatient critter, and the following possible PS3 map images, leaked just few hours ago, only increase the intolerance. The pictures include the next Liberty City itself, descriptions of various scene locations, the subway map and more. All in all, I fairly can say these images resemble to New York City one after the other, and although there is no official authenticity confirmation, I’m surely convinced they are real and not just a mockup.
[via kotaku]
More pictures after the break.
XBOX 360 Gets a Limited GTA IV Edition
I’m really trying hard to hold my patient until next month, craving for the most anticipated game of the year, GTA IV. Meanwhile, Microsoft has announced the release of a limited edition Grand Theft Auto IV, designed for the Xbox 360. The console will include a nice sided GTA IV graphics and a really really cool briefcase, packed with all the needed accessories like a remote control, a webcam, a headset, a wireless controller with an integrated keyboard, and more. Remember, it is a limited edition pack so only 500 pieces of this treasure are set to be released, don’t count on getting one.
[via slashgear]
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PS3 Firmware Update 2.20 Enables Full Blu-ray 2.0 Capabilities
The upcoming PS3 firmware update, will bring some substantial improvements to the game console. According to Sony, version 2.20, which is just days from launch, will feature Blu-ray spec 2.0 and BD-Live capabilities that include online downloading of video content, ringtones and interactive movies or audio. In addition, you will be able to copy to your PSP photos and music playlists via USB connection. The update will also add movies bookmarking function, so you can return back to the exact point and resume play from where you left off. Furthermore, “Audio Output Device” function will enable the PSP console to serve as a remote control for music played through the PS3. Check the full details after the break.
Update: users will be able to copy Blu-Ray movies directly from the PS3 to the PSP.
Update 2: update one turns to be untrue.
[via gizmodo]
LEGO Arrives To iPod Touch and iPhone
Remember the days you were all playing LEGO, building cars, castles and ships? Turns out you can do the same things on your iPod Touch or your iPhone device, as a new application, named LEGO Touch, was just released in a demo mode. The new app. allows you to construct your own models with a collection of virtual bricks. Once you’ve finished your creation, activate the model and enjoy. As mentioned, this is just a prototype version but we hope to play it live ASAP. Check the video after the break.
[via gmp3]
Nintendo DS Gets a Korg DS-10 Synthesizer
Musicians, sound technicians and gamers, this is your day, as AQ Interactive releases the Korg DS-10 synthesizer module for Nintendo DS. This new application combines between the famous Korg MS-10 synthesizer and Nintendo DS’s dual-screen touch panel, providing ultra-high-quality sounds and fantastic experience. The DS-10 features two analog synth simulators, a drum module, a 6-track/16-step sequencer, variety of effects and cable-connecting virtualization. In addition, you can share your music with other devices wirelessly and play together. Set to be released in July, this baby will cost you around $50.
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[via gizmodo]
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