Author Archives: MegaZone

About MegaZone

MegaZone is the Editor of Gizmo Lovers and the chief contributor. He's been online since 1989 and active in several generations of 'social media' - mailing lists, USENet groups, web forums, and since 2003, blogging.    MegaZone has a presence on several social platforms: Google+ / Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn / LiveJournal / Web.    You can also follow Gizmo Lovers on other sites: Blog / Google+ / Facebook / Twitter.

Building the Airbus A330-200

Posted on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 by MegaZone

I’ve been posting a lot of Boeing related videos lately, but they’re not the only major airliner vendor. Airbus released this time lapse video of final assembly of an A330-200 wide body. For me the best part is the Beluga … Continue reading →

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The Final F-22 Raptor

Posted on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 by MegaZone

I remember when the USAF launched the ATF (Advanced Tactical Fighter) program which eventually led to the fly-off between Northrop’s YF-23 and Lockheed’s YF-22. I always kind of liked the YF-22 better, but the YF-23 did look pretty cool. It’s … Continue reading →

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Larry Yang on Google TV

Posted on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 by MegaZone

Larry Yang, a Google TV product manager, held a hangout session on Google+ to do Q&A on Google TV. It is a bit dry, but if you’re interested in learning a bit more about Google TV it is worth watching … Continue reading →

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Boeing 787 Dream Tour Hits Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 by MegaZone

Leaving China, the Boeing B787 Dreamliner Dream Tour continues. The next stop is Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. I like these videos since each one gives us a little peak at some different aspect of the aircraft. In this one I like … Continue reading →

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Samsung Pokes Fun At iPhone Hype To Promote Galaxy S II

Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 by MegaZone

Samsung and Apple have a love-hate relationship. On the one hand Samsung provides chips and screens for Apple devices, on the other they are engaged in numerous legal battles around the globe. Apple is seeking to ban Samsung products in … Continue reading →

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