Superhuman: The Incredible Savant Brain

One of the more common arguments against our capability to build an AI (or reach the singularity) is built upon the premise that we are still very far from understanding fully the capabilities of our own human brain. Thus, the argument goes, we are unlikely to simulate let alone re-create successfully any artificial one, be it in a virtual or silicon based environment.I just found out this

The Numbers Behind China

China is huge and growing at breakneck speed. With 1.3 billion people, China’s population is four times the size of U.S. China is trying hard to be more than just the world’s factory. It is looking to be an innovator. Earlier this year, China has introduced a patent development strategy that ambitiously aims to have 2 million patent applications by 2015. We are also witnessing a growing list of

How Netflix Destroyed Blockbuster (Infographic)

As we dive deeperinto a digital age, Netflix has become a household name for online video and television streaming that has almost eliminated the way we used to rent dvd’s and even watch TV. Driving to stores like Blockbuster to pick out a movie by hand has become altogether prehistoric. Here’s the low down on just how enormous this internet giant called Netflix is becoming and who it’s crushing

The Cost of Valentines (Infographic)

How do we love Valentine’s day? Let us count the ways.In total, Americans spend approx. $13 billion per year on Valentine’s day. 63% of consumers celebrate Valentine’s day. On average, each one will spend $120 on Valentine’s day gifts. Men spend twice as much as woman.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: onlineaccountingdegree

A Breakdown of Birth in the USA (Infographic)

With an ever rising population, the USA spends approximately $50 million per year on childbirth services, which is the most money spent on this out of any country in the world. 1% of these births are to mothers aged 10-19. Yes, 10 year olds are having children. Our friends at Ultrasound Technician have crunched the numbers and put the visual data together in this nice infographic aptly titled “A

The Seven Types of iPhone Users

What a fun and creative graphic we have here! This infographic, created by allareacodes.com, provides a humorous look at the seven main types of iphone owners. So, who are they? This well-polished graphic breaks it down for you:More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: allareacodes

The Shocking Numbers Behind Cell Phone Usage (Infographic)

200,000,000,000,000 (two hundred trillion) text messages are received in America every single day, which is more than an entire year’s worth of regular mail that’s received in America. 3339 is average number of texts sent by an American teen each month.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: onlineitdegree

Change Your Oil Like a Boss (infographic)

Getting your oil changed regularly is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to maintain your car’s health. Foregoing regular oil changes can cause your motor to lock up and die. Which, in turn, ends up costing you a fortune in repairs or even forcing you to buy a new car. Nothing is free, but in order to save a little money, you could learn to change your own oil. Here’s how to change

The Cost of Obesity in America (Infographic)

The total economic cost of overweight and obesity in the United States is $270 billion per year while the cost in Canada is about $30 billion a year, a new study shows.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: medicalcoding

The Largest Bankruptcies in History (Infographic)

Last week, General Motors began the fourth largest bankruptcy proceedings in history, joining the many other large and venerable companies that have sunk to the bottom during this economic crisis. In fact, eight of the 20 largest bankruptcies have happened during the last two years of crisis.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: good

The Evolution of the Batmobile (Infographic)

A new comic-book style infographic released by carinsurance.org details the evolution of the batmobile over its seventy year history.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: carinsurance

Christmas in the World 2010

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at Damn Cool Pics! Take a peek at our list of fun facts about how the most important holiday of the year is a celebrated around the world!Did you know that?XMASIn Greek, X means Christ; that is where the word “Xmas” comes from!Christmas World RecordsThe world’s largest Christmas present was the Statue of Liberty. The French gave it to the US in

Shark Attacks (Infographic)

What are the most likely places to be bitten by a shark? Plus, 5 things more likely to kill you than a shark.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: mnn

15 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Bananas (Infographic)

Bananas are one of the most important food crops of the world. Hundreds of varieties are cultivated. Perhaps the most important species is the common banana, Musaceae sapientum.The ripe fruit is high in carbohydrates, potassium, and vitamins C and A, and it is low in protein and fat. The U.S. imports more bananas than does any other country.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: todayifoundout

Interesting Microsoft Facts

The big ol’ bad days of Microsoft may be over but they are still the number one company out there for many things. Check out this cool infographic that lays out some of the facts and figures behind this behemoth.Click to enlarge.Source: onlinemba

Explaining IMAX (Infographic)

IMAX is a motion picture film format and projection standard created by the Canadian IMAX Corporation. The Company’s activities include the design, leasing, marketing, maintenance and operation of IMAX film and digital theatre systems as well as the development, production, post production and distribution of IMAX motion pictures.IMAX has the capacity to record and display images of far greater

History of Birth Control (Infographic)

Birth control are techniques and methods use to prevent fertilisation or to interrupt pregnancy at various stages. Birth control techniques and methods include contraception (the prevention of fertilisation), contragestion (preventing the implantation of the blastocyst) and abortion (the removal or expulsion of a fetus or embryo from the uterus).The techniques and methods frequently overlap and

Top 10 Most Expensive Cities to Live in 2010 (Infographic)

While it is easy to complain about the cost of living in our own backyards, and lament the times when your dollars went further and your cents actually bought something, your home country may not even be in the top 10 cities that are the most expensive in which to live.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: homeloanfinder

A History of James Bond Cars (Infographic)

Throughout the James Bond series of films and novels Q Branch has given Bond a wide variety of vehicles with which to battle his enemies. Among the most noteworthy gadgets Bond has been equipped with various vehicles that have numerous modifications to include weapons systems, anti-pursuit systems, alternate transportation modes, and various other functions.From the first to the most recent,

The Rise & Fall of Harley-Davidson (Infographic)

The Harley-Davidson motorcycle company's history is almost as tumultuous as the Hell's Angels biker gang it's synonymous with. Today we present to you the rise and fall of Harley-Davidson.More Infographics.Click to Enlarge.Source: motorcycleinsurance