A solar powered bra that can supply sufficient energy to work an iPod has recently been developed in Japan. That's well and good if you live somewhere that enjoys a lot of sunshine. What about places that are overcast, or prone to bad weather? How could one power an iPod there? All is not lost for the alternative-energy-generating-seeker though, as it seems there may be answer by way of breast ... Read full entry

iPod envy sparks "iCrime wave" So desirable have iPods become, and so easy are they to take from unsuspecting users who are absorbed in their iTunes music, that a group of researchers believe they are at the cause of an increase in the US crime rate. The Urban Institute, a Washington think tank, first raised the subject of an "iCrime wave" last September, and held a panel discussion on ... Read full entry

Apple's big year. Stephen Hutcheon charts the rise and rise of Apple, following the announcement that "the technology giant" plans to open a flagship store in Sydney. In the decade since he returned to the helm of the outfit he co-founded more than 30 years ago and rescued it from near death, Apple chief executive Steve Jobs has transformed the Californian-headquartered operation into a global digital lifestyle powerhouse. Late last ... Read full entry

Wanted: Thinking Writers, ilker over at The Thinking Blog is on the look out for guest writers, and about the only proviso is that submissions be "thinking" articles! I'm not the greatest fan of guest blogging, but this may be something to think (no pun intended...) about. Google search rank drop: advice needed, this is something bloggers who sell advertising spots on their blogs, or those considering ... Read full entry