Nintendo patent application lends a look at Wii U's core technology, add-ons too

Little did we know that, just two months after we were trying the Wii U for ourselves, Nintendo was busy patenting nearly everything its unique game console would have to offer. A pair of just-published US Patent Office applications filed last August get into the nuts and bolts of how the controller and the legacy Wii remote will play with the new device. It's clear that the patent work had started before Nintendo had redesigned the main system -- the box at the center of the patents looks like the existing Wii -- but it does show the nitty-gritty of things we only saw at last year's Nintendo E3 keynote, such as the gun attachment or playing golf with a combination of the Wii U controller and the traditional Wiimote. Nintendo also gave itself some wiggle room on the controller's screen size: although the LCD is officially 6.2 inches across, the patent allows that it might be "5 inches or larger." We're wondering how much of the overall look and technology will survive through to the finished Wii U design's unveiling at this year's E3. For now, though, you can explore the patents yourself at the links below.

Nintendo patent application lends a look at Wii U's core technology, add-ons too originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 04 May 2012 00:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ali Fedotowsky Speaks on New Travel Show, Love For Courtney Robertson

Ali Fedotowsky, the former star of The Bachelorette, looked poised to join the elite club of contestants on the ABC reality franchise to actually tie the knot with her chosen partner ... but it was not to be. She and Roberto Martinez split.

Not that she's sitting at home crying over it.

Ali has a new late night travel show, 1st Look, coming Saturdays on NBC after SNL. In an interview with SheKnows, Ali discussed the program, living the single life, controversial Bachelor winner Courtney Robertson and more ...

"I'm so excited," Fedotowsky said of 1st Look. "It's just the best job that I could possibly imagine. I get to travel all over the country and go to cool places."

When she’s not working, she’s enjoying life in a new city three hours north. After her split from Roberto Martinez, Ali moved from San Diego to L.A.

"I love L.A. I love the weather. I love the interesting things there are to do. And I love my apartment. It's small, and cozy and I'm doing things really girly."

One of her favorite pastimes? Watching The Bachelor with friends.

"I definitely still have Bachelor viewing parties with my girlfriends," said Ali. "I watch in different light now that I've been through it, but I do enjoy watching it still."

Ali revealed that despite the backlash last season’s winner, Courtney Robertson, has received, she found the Santa Monica model to be nice in real life.

"She's great," Fedotowsky revealed. "We exchanged information and I think we're going to get together later in the week. She's in L.A. I'm in L.A."

"You can always use more girlfriends."

Although The Bachelor and The Bachelorette didn’t work out for her in the romance department, Ali hasn't given up on finding love by a longshot.

"I'm not quite ready [to date again]," said Ali. "But I would say, if I happen to stumble upon someone, I wouldn't shy away. I'm definitely open to finding love again."

"Maybe when I'm traveling, I'll meet someone on the road."

One can only hope. Sadly, no major Bachelorette spoilers from Ali regarding the coming season, but we know she'll be watching right along with us.

[Photo: WENN.com]

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PolarPillow Lightning Review: A Constant Cool Side of the Pillow [Lightning Review]

Unless you live in Antarctica or just lack proper blood flow to the head, you've probably spent a few sweaty, sleepless nights flipping a pillow over and over, seeking the refreshing refuge of its cooler side. With the PolarPillow, that's not an issue. Its cool side stays really cool. More »

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DroidDoodle: Stalking the Next Galaxy

Don't forget: Samsung Unpacked kicks off at Thursday 7 p.m. BST / 2 p.m EST / 11 a.m. PST. We'll be coming to you live from the event, and Samsung's streaming it as well.

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Fujitsu dabbles in palm reading, hopes to bring biometric sensors to tablets

When you think about it, there's no reason that biometric recognition can't provide security on tablets -- well, aside from the need for a sensor thin enough to fit on a slate. Fujitsu has been on the job, making significant progress since showing off its clunky palm vein reader. The company's latest development on the biometric front is an authentication sensor that measures a minuscule 5mm thick, which is slight enough for use in tablets. Fujitsu employed its PalmSecure technology for reading users' palm vein patterns without requiring physical contact with the sensor. This super-thin module is still in the thick of research and development, but it's likely destined for your tablet someday down the line.

Fujitsu dabbles in palm reading, hopes to bring biometric sensors to tablets originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 03 May 2012 04:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Talk Radio Startup Stitcher Adds An Election Center

As the Republican primaries wrap up and we head into the Obama vs. Romney stage of the presidential campaign, Stitcher has updated its talk radio app with an Election Center where anyone can track the latest political news. It seems pretty natural for any news-focused app to add an election center, but CEO Noah Shanok says it's a particularly good fit for Stitcher's audience, of which 70 percent has engaged with news and political content. In the Election Center, you follow updates from different news sources like Slate, CBS News, and Marketplace. You can also follow official channels from each of the presidential candidates. Shanok says the campaigns see Stitcher as a big opportunity: "They understand that this is the year of mobile." Will that translate into exclusive content for Stitcher? Shanok says it's too early to know.

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It's back! Amazon's $139 refurbished Kindle Fire deal returns for one more day

Did you miss late March's $139 Amazon Gold Box Deal on the refurbed Kindle Fire? Well, the retailer is giving you another chance, bringing back the deal for today (May 5th). It's the same discount as the last go-around -- namely, $30 off the standard price for the refurbished Fire -- and Amazon still certifies and reseals it. It's even throwing in a one-year warranty for good measure. Also like last time around, there's a limit of five discounted Fires per customer, so don't get too grabby.

It's back! Amazon's $139 refurbished Kindle Fire deal returns for one more day originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 May 2012 13:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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