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Hyper Intelligent Chimp Solves Puzzle in 60-Milliseconds or Less

2012-02-10T01:20:00Z

We have seen the future of chimps, and it's looking a lot like the characters from Planet of the Apes. Fortunately, this hyper intelligent "11-year-old chimpanzee in no stranger to the spotlight as back in 2007 he was featured on MSNBC's Are you smarter than a chimp? segment where scientists had two young adults compete against Ayumu and another chimp in a series of short-term memory tests. Guess who won? Yup, the chimps." Continue reading for the video.

So how does he do it exactly? Scientists aren't entirely sure but there are a couple theories. The first is something called "eidetic imagery" which, in poor latent terms, means Ayumu is able to commit to memory a complete picture of intricate pattern or scene.

[via Buzzfeed]

Joker's Lamborghini Aventador Has Been Spotted

2012-02-10T01:10:00Z

Just when you thought Lamborghini vehicles couldn't get any cooler, here comes this custom-painted Aventador that's fit for the Joker from DC Comics' Batman series. Click here to see more of today's most popular images, courtesy of Imgur.com. In related news, continue reading to see Batman's matte black Lamborghini Aventador.

Tesla Model X Unveiled

2012-02-10T01:00:00Z

Officially unveiled yesterday in Los Angeles, the Tesla Model X " can hit 0-60 in 4.4-seconds, will cost around the same as the Model S, and it has those cool "falcon" gullwing-like doors." Pricing starts at $50,000 after tax rebates and incentives. Click here to see more. Continue reading for two videos from the live unveiling.

With the batteries housed in the same low skateboard as the S, the X has a lot of space. Since the CUV doesn't need a combustion engine, there are actually two trunks: one in front and one in the back.

[via Autoblog]

What You Should Never See On the Road

2012-02-10T00:50:00Z

There are Photoshop masters who use their skills for fun as well as profit, and there are those that like to play pranks. This Star Wars fan decided to digitally enhance a snowy road with an AT-AT Walker. Click here to see more funny Facebook status updates, courtesy of Failbook.com. Continue reading to see Facebook comments acted out in real-life.

Expectations vs. Reality: The Truth

2012-02-10T00:40:00Z

Let's face it, nothing usually ever meets expectations, no matter how great the idea may have initially sounded. Though sometimes things turn out a lot worse than expected, and some of these images illustrate why. Continue reading to see them all.

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Lotus Exige V6 Gets Tested

2012-02-10T00:30:00Z

Unlike its predecessors, the 2012 Lotus Exige S "now has to cope with the 3.5-litre supercharged V6 from the Evora S; this means the Exige is no longer such a small car - the new one is wider, longer, and, yes, heavier too -- by about 170kg, which in Lotus-land is a lot." Click here for more pictures. Continue reading for a video.

So it looks like the Exige is changing. It used to be a track car that worked on the road, currently it feels like a road car that's devastating on track - bigger, smoother, marginally less precise and noticeably heavier than before.

[via TopGear]

Beardski: The World's Strangest Ski Mask

2012-02-10T00:20:00Z

Unlike other ski masks, the Beardski is essentially a "ski mask with long water resistant beard will protect your nose, ears, face, and neck from cold weather." No word yet on pricing or availability. Click here for more pictures. Continue reading for a video.

[via Toxel]

Double Fine Adventure Becomes Kickstarter's Most Successful Campaign Ever

2012-02-10T00:10:00Z

Double Fine Adventure, an upcoming video game that will be released on Steam, raised over $1.1-million in just 24-hours on Kickstarter, making it the website's most successful campaign ever. Kickstarter page. Continue reading for a video.

The independent developer initially requested just $400,000 - $300,000 to make the game and $100,000 to develop a documentary delivered to the project's backers - and has promised to roll extra funding back into the project.

[via VG247]

Steve Jobs FBI File Reveals Consideration for White House Position in 1991

2012-02-10T00:00:00Z

The FBI recently released its file on Steve Jobs, and surprisingly enough, the former Apple CEO "was considered for a 'sensitive position' in the Bush I White House back in 1991; it also contains results of an investigation into a 1985 bomb threat against Jobs." Continue reading for the news report.

Several individuals questioned Mr. Jobs' honesty stating that Mr. Jobs will twist the truth and distort reality in order to achieve his goals. They also commented that, in the past, Mr. Jobs was not supportive of [redacted] (the mother of his child born out of wedlock) and their daughter; however, recently has become supportive.

[via 9to5Mac]

$50-Million Zero Gravity Roller Coaster Will Leave You Weightless for 8-Seconds

2012-02-09T12:30:00Z

The NASA-inspired "Zero Gravity Roller Coaster" will cost approximately $50-million to build and "travel up a steep track at speeds of 100 miles an hour before beginning a controlled drop that would essentially put its passengers into zero gravity for eight seconds." Continue reading to see how passengers would look inside the ride.

To create that illusion, a linear induction motor system would speed coasters up the track with unprecedented precision. As the coaster approached a top speed of more than 100 mph, it would suddenly and ever so slightly decelerate - just enough to throw the passengers up from their seats, like stones from a catapult - and then quickly adjust its speed to fly in formation with and around the passengers.

[via PopSci - TheVerge]