Apple to Release Lion on USB in August

Lion is coming to a USB stick near you.

Apple this week launched the newest version of its OS X operating system, Lion. The software debuted in Apple's Mac App Store and has already racked up a million downloads. However, downloading is not your only option; Apple is also releasing the new iteration of its OS on USB stick next month.

Costing $69, it's a full $40 more than the $29 users are paying for the download. Why is Apple selling the OS on USB and charging more than double the price? We can't say for sure, but we're betting it's got something to do with the fact that OS X Lion is a rather hefty download (almost 4GB) and not everyone has the speed or bandwidth to download it. Still, that doesn't completely excuse charging so much extra (Apple does need to cover costs for materials, shipping, handling, etc., but it can't be that much). Considering the month between digital and USB release, it would seem Apple is doing its best to push people towards the Mac App Store.

Solar Electric Boat Offers Eco-Friendly Cruising

This boat ditches conventional fuel and adapts a solar powered electric engine.

Dubbed the Agua Moura, this eco friendly boat offers users a green way to cruise through the Santa Clara lake of Portugal. Designed by Victor Vicente, the Agua Moura runs on electric power gathered from the sun. The boat runs entirely on electricity, allowing eco-conscious passengers to be at ease and enjoy the wonders of the lake without having the worry about any harmful emissions.

SD Card Turns NOOK Color Into Android Tablet

Here's a way to safely convert the NOOK Color into an Android tablet without having to root the device.

Although we already know that it's possible to turn the NOOK Color into a full-fledged Android tablet by rooting the actual device, there's now an easy way to temporarily convert the tablet without permanently nuking the NOOK Color experience. Essentially users boot from a microSD card that loads either the NOOK OS or Android.

A Folding Farm PC Made of Lego

The ultimate DIY job.

Having a modular, custom built case would be a dream for any DIY-er, which is probably why Mike Schropp decided to build his own server-class case out of Lego. Yes, that’s right, the learning toy from your childhood is used as parts of a case for a folding farm.

HTC Tells Apple to Compete and Stop Complaining

Fightin' words!

Apple has launched a new complaint against HTC, one of the company's competitors that makes a wide range of different smartphones.

Apple went to the US International Trade Commission (ITC) with patent claims of technology used in the iPad and iPhone, and hopes to block the import of HTC products into the United States.