Google’s Android Wear

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As the hype around wearable technology and smartwatches continues to build, Google announced a new version of their operating system designed specifically to work with wearables. Aptly titled Android Wear, the OS will run on recently announced Motorola and LG models, with undoubtedly more to come. Get directions, control smart home devices and send texts—all from your wrist.

Urban Water Slide

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While double-decker busses come to mind when considering the UK, the Slip ‘N Slide does not. Though this may change soon, as Bristol-based artist Luke Jerram recently unveiled a 90-meter water slide as a temporary architectural intervention, and a nostalgic and playful juxtaposition in the city’s somewhat stark landscape. Participants can glide down Park Street without a worry in the world, taking in the view …

PS4 Meets Virtual Reality

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The PS4 continues to sell like crazy, and Sony gives yet another reason to buy it. At the Game Developers Conference in SF this week, they unveiled Project Morpheus, a virtual reality headset the company has been developing for the past three years. The prototype features 1080p resolution and a 90-degree field of view. There’s still no hint of what the price will be, but …