One of life’s probably underrated traits is the ability to invent something to cure a personal problem and that of many others. Here is the context: when Sony’s co-founder, Masaru Ibuka, wanted to listen to music as he sat through the extra-long flights, he influenced the invention of the Sony Walkman. This ended up being…… Read More »
Microsoft’s Xbox is a heavyweight in the gaming industry. It has managed to go toe-to-toe with the market’s greats, including Nintendo and Sony’s PlayStation. However, did you know that Microsoft banned a gamer from using the platform’s services after he listed “Fort Gay” as his address? It took the intervention of the town’s mayor for…… Read More »
Roulette is one of the world’s oldest games, and the intrigue that surrounds it is one of the main reasons why it has managed to stand the test of time. The casino classic is notoriously difficult to master, and there’s no infallible system to play the game. As you may expect from a game that’s…… Read More »
First released in 1939, The Wizard of Oz is a musical fantasy film famous for its Technicolor feature. When it premiered, color cameras had not been invented, so the fact that the film could incorporate colorful visuals in its shots was mind-blowing. It is also famous for its musical score, beautiful characters, and perfect fantasy…… Read More »
If you are a gaming enthusiast, you have definitely played or heard about Super Mario. Despite its simple graphics, the game has provided one of the biggest nostalgias of the 80s through to the 2000s – Super Mario’s signature outfit and moustache left a positive mark on most gamers. However, there is more to the…… Read More »
Known for products such as the Walkman, Trinitron, Cyber-shot, Handycam, and the majestic PlayStation, Sony undoubtedly has a legitimate claim on being the electronics industry poster boy. For over 7 decades, the company has continued to unleash top-of-the-range products while charging above the market prices. Although it has had its fair share of troubles, we…… Read More »
Slot machines, the flashy and alluring icons of casinos, have been captivating players for decades. While many of us have tried our luck at the spinning reels, there’s more to these machines than meets the eye. In this article, we’re going to unravel some slot machine secrets that might just surprise you. From the origins…… Read More »
Tetris is one of the most popular games of all time. It involves arranging four-celled blocks called “tetrominoes” following specific patterns. As a player rises through the levels, so does the speed of the descending blocks. Despite the development of other video games, Tetris has withstood the test of time, and there are still active…… Read More »
Countless films produced in the United States feature use of rather expensive military equipment, and often also real world military personnel. Given the extreme expense of all of this using things paid for by the U.S. taxpayer to benefit for profit companies, how is this allowed? Further, how are projects that the military will support… Read More »
Beyond the high-stakes tables and green felt, there is a place where human stories and the art of poker meet. Every shuffle and bet shows not only a hand, but also a part of the complicated life of each person. These people represent the heart of poker: a perfect mix of skill, psychology, and unshakable…… Read More »
