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Sony’s break-apart DualShock controller brought to life, coming to Kickstarter

Mad Genius Controllers believes it can make Sony’s idea of a break-apart DualShock controller a reality with its new splittable motion controller prototype. The Mad Genius Motion Capture System mimics an Xbox 360 controller in its current form, but is able to bring motion control and tracking to any game on Xbox, PlayStation, Wii, and PC using its camera-less sensor technology.

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The Tumblr app is now optimized for six-foot iPhones

(Source: devindoty)

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“I’ve data mined myself. I’ve violated my own privacy. Now I am selling it all.” 

Data mining is big business—but what if Internet users could monetize their personal data on their own? New York University grad student Frederico Zannier stalked his own online activity for two months, and is now selling the data.

Check out his Kickstarter campaign.

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11 Fascinating Facts about Google Maps via Mashable.

Did you know that Google’s street team has driven 5 million miles since the project began in 2007? Ever wondered how often each street view image is updated? Mashable tracks down answers to what you may have always wondered, but never known, about the popular Google Maps feature. 

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The myth of pinch-to-zoom: how a confused media gave Apple something it doesn’t own

In 2007, Steve Jobs stood on stage, listing the benefits of Apple’s then-new iPhone touchscreen. “You can do multi-finger gestures on it,” he said, moving his hands back and forth in the now-familiar pinch-to-zoom motion. Then he paused, and his expression changed. “And boy, have we patented it.” The crowd laughed and began applauding as the word “Patented!” appeared on the screen behind him.