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Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:16 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Eternity Warriors 1.0.1 by CyberAndroid

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:16 PM PDT

Eternity Warriors 1.0.1 by CyberAndroid

Overview: THE ULTIMATE BATTLE FOR ETERNITY HAS BEGUN…

Requirements: Android 2.0+

After 20 years of peace in Northern Udar, a powerful new Demon threat has emerged under the command of the evil Demon King Kilic. The Demons have overrun and transformed the once vibrant land into a cesspool of danger and evil. Only the courageous Eternity Warriors can defeat this rising threat to the world of Humans and Elves!

3D fantasy world with fast-paced melee action gameplay: Experience an amazing variety of heavy and light attacks, devastating special moves and powerful combos to take out the hoards of demonic enemies

Spectacular sword-wielding combat alongside your real friends: The Eternity Warriors always fight the Demon threat together with fellow clan members found on Facebook and OpenFeint.
Magical array of swords, axes, armors and power-ups: To be a truly great warrior you need truly great weapons. Build your inventory with some of the biggest and most insanely powerful weapons imaginable!

What’s in this version:
Improved stability and bug fixes

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Code:

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Code:

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Code:

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1697707384


Source: Eternity Warriors 1.0.1 by CyberAndroid

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Robotek 2.03 by CyberAndroid

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:16 PM PDT

Robotek 2.03 by CyberAndroid

Overview: Robots took over your world. This is your chance to take it back.

Requirements: Android OS 2.2 +

The humanity had fallen. In the great robot uprising machines took the planet over. Empire of Machine is the new world order. It’s time to take it back! One node at a time.

Rip through your enemies with lasers, electrocute them or fry them with microwaves. Deploy your own robots to fight for you or steal them from your enemy. Protect and upgrade your forces or throw them away in a ruthless wave of destruction.
Get experience from every battle, level up, gain power and crush the Empire of Machine!

FEATURES
• Unique blend of strategy, action and RPG.
• More than 200 levels spread all around the world.
• Rewarding skill system with more than 30 levels.
• 9 upgradable slot symbols to fit your own style of play.
• 4 special abilities including the devastating Nuke.
• Play thrilling hotseat duels with your friends!
• Online hall of fame – Your scores can only grow.
• Facebook leaderboards – compete with your friends!
• Signature soundtrack by kubatko

Code:

http://www.kubatko.info


SOCIAL FEATURES
• Facebook Single Sign-On support
• Compete on your Facebook leaderboard
• Invite or challenge your Facebook friends
• Share your achievements on your Facebook wall

What’s in this version 2.0.3
fixed Honeycomb networking (multiplayer and duel)

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Code:

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Code:

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1697691004


Code:

http://bitshare.com/files/6hujaa08/Robotek.2.03.Android.apk.html


Source: Robotek 2.03 by CyberAndroid

Visit CyberAndroid.com for other cool stuff.

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:10 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:07 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink   |  sourceBenjamin Grosser  | Email this | Comments

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:01 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Accel Leads $10.5M Round In Cosmetics Discovery Platform Birchbox

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:00 PM PDT

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Birchbox, a startup that serves as a makeup discovery retail platform, has raised $10.5 million in Series A round of funding, led by Accel Partners with First Round Capital, Harrison Metal, Forerunner Ventures, Lerer Ventures, Sam Lessin, Consigliere, Gary Vaynerchuck, Dave Morin, Stanford University Endowment and Andy Dunn participating in the round.

Similar to Foodzie, Blissmobox, BeachMint and Babbaco; Birchbox has adopted a subscription, box of the month model where members receive curated makeup and beauty products. Each month, users receive at least four premium samples of cosmetics, shipped to their homes from over 80 high end beauty retailers like Kiehl's, Laura Mercier, Smashbox, Nars and Cargo.

The website supplements these monthly packages by providing pertinent tips and tutorials on its website for the featured samples. If a user wants to purchase the full-size version, they can buy it on Birchbox, which will earn them points for future discounts (inviting new members will also help you rack up points). The idea is help consumers discover new brands and products at an affordable price, while also driving sales.

One of the unique aspects of Birchbox is that it offers a personalized suite of products each month that are customized to users’ preferences and profiles. Each users fills out a beauty survey, and creates a profile, which is then used to curate picks for each individual customer.

Birchbox, which was founded by Harvard Business School grads Hayley Barna and Katia Beauchamp, launched nearly a year ago and already has a subscriber base of 45,000 customers (all of whom are paying up to $10 per month for a box or $110 for a year). Subscribers are up 50 percent month-over-month and

Accel partner Theresia Gouw Ranzetta says of the startup, "The team has forged partnerships with some of the world's leading cosmetic brands to give consumers a fun, monthly beauty sampling experience. We believe Birchbox has many opportunities for continued growth, and we look forward to aiding their success."

Beauchamp tells us that the site aims to be a mix of both niche and more well-known products. In the end, she explains that Birchbox is trying to make the cosmetics shopping process easier for women and help brands get products in the hands of consumers.

Beauchamp says the new funding will be used for further product development and for hiring. And the company is considering expanding to other verticals.

While many retailers seemed to have jumped on the ‘box of the month’ bandwagon, the cosmetics industry is especially suited for the sampling experience. Many women (including myself) want to try beauty products (regardless of the price), whether it be makeup, shampoo, lotions, or face cream; first before investing in them. Birchbox not only accomplishes this, but also helps women discover new products and adds an editorial element.




Company:
BIRCHBOX
Funding:
$1.4M

BirchBox is a monthly subscription service that delivers beauty product samples to users on a monthly basis. The site offers relevant editorial content and a e-commerce site.

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Moon Phase Pro 3.0.1 by CyberAndroid

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 09:00 PM PDT

Moon Phase Pro 3.0.1 by CyberAndroid

Overview: 3D interactive simulation of the moon. For any date/location, shows phase, crescent angle, rise/set times, and nearest syzygies.

Requirements: Android OS 1.5 – 2.3

· Change phase by touchscreen, trackball, or direct date entry
· Calendar shows month’s phases at a glance
· Data page gives additional details: distance, azimuth, altitude, transit, and more
· Notifications for major phases
· “Live” wallpaper for ALL Android versions!
· 4 sizes of widget
· SonyEricsson LiveView™ support (Extends:com.sonyericsson.extras.liveview)

What’s in this version:
3.0.1:
Reduce memory footprint of live wallpaper
Fix crash in live wallpaper when location unavailable
Fix German translation of “ago”

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Code:

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Code:

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1697651044


Code:

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Source: Moon Phase Pro 3.0.1 by CyberAndroid

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Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 08:55 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink   |  sourceBenjamin Grosser  | Email this | Comments

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Posted: 17 Aug 2011 08:51 PM PDT

If Warhol were still around, we’re pretty sure the man would’ve snatched up this contraption as a Factory-approved objet d’art. Born from visual artist Benjamin Grosser’s existential musings regarding the soul of AI-enhanced technology, the Interactive Robotic Painting Machine lets the sounds of its environment be its canvas maneuvering guide. For what it’s worth, the artist claims that criticism fed into the apparatus’ microphone often results in less than stellar compositions from the fine art automaton. We’ll refrain from speculating as to the qualitative merits of the stationary bot’s abstract flair, and leave you to the high art critique in the comments below. Be sure to jump past the break for a full video of this beaux arts concept.

Continue reading Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video)

Interactive Robotic Painting Machine begs the question: Art for art’s sake, or for its master’s? (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink   |  sourceBenjamin Grosser  | Email this | Comments

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