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How the Google Phone Works

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The Google phone could be the next big thing in the world of wireless communications. Learn about the Google phone and how the Google phone will work.

How Ford Works

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Ford Motor Company skyrocketed from obscurity to dominate the American auto industry in less than 12 years. Learn about Ford history and Ford cars.

Have you seen investigators on crime shows who spray some stuff on a "clean" carpet and suddenly -- blood stains! Well, of all the fictional technology on TV, it turns out this stuff is real! Find out how luminol reveals the blood.

Millions of Phones Use GSM ... Meaning What, Exactly?

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If you travel internationally, Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) GSM is the only cellular service available. See how GSM works.

How Much Does a Semi Truck Weigh?

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So, how much does a semi truck weigh? We'll explore what a semi truck weighs and how weigh stations work.

How Do Instant Cameras Work?

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Instant cameras use traditional photographic film methods. Learn how instant cameras develop photos on the go.

1970 Ford King Cobra

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Never raced, the stillborn 1970 Ford King Cobra is an aero-shaped relic of the muscle car age. Uncoil its profile, photos, and specifications.

Fact or Fiction: Hollywood vs. History

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Did you learn most of your history from the silver screen? If so, you might want to fact-check a few things. Test your real history knowledge by separating the real story from cinema inaccuracies.