Cruises Then and Now: The Tech Behind Titanic [VIDEO]

Cruises Then and Now: The Tech Behind Titanic [VIDEO]
by Mashable Video

The Titanic hit an iceberg and sank 100 years ago today, ending up in a watery grave 12,600 feet below the surface of the sea. But that was 100 years ago. Could that happen today?

Let’s take a look at the tech behind the Titanic, explore the innovations made since April 15, 1912, and try to determine if newer tech could prevent such an accident from happening again.

Makes you wonder, is any ship truly unsinkable?

Source: Mashable.com

Pics:Life On The Titanic - Incredible Images

[Pics] Incredible Images Of Life On The Titanic
As today is the 100th aniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, I thought it would be appropriate to share some really cool images of life aboard the famous ocean liner. These were all taken by Father Francis Brown and give us a glimpse of some of the day to day activities on board Titanic.
These images include a funny look inside the gym and a candid shoot of the ships captain, all reminding us of the event 100 years ago where over 1500 people lost their lives.

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Titanic Gets Upgraded With Sea Monsters and Explosions [VIDEO]

Titanic Gets Upgraded With Sea Monsters and Explosions [VIDEO]
by Stan Schroeder on Mashable

If you thought James Cameron’s megahit Titanic is a bit boring, you’ll probably love the new version.

Titanic Super 3D brings new motion feel technology, sea monsters, plenty of unnecessary explosions and a modernized soundtrack.

And if all that is not enough for you, the Imperial Forces from Star Wars have interfered, too, though we’re not sure whether they want to sink or save the Titanic.

Of course, it’s not really something you’ll actually see in cinemas: the video below is just a fake trailer for an “upgraded” version of the movie, but it’s a fun watch nevertheless.

Also, we don’t guarantee that someone, somewhere (probably in Japan) isn’t working on such a version of Titanic. In fact, we have our fingers crossed.

Source: http://mashable.com/2012/04/10/titanic-super-3d/

James Cameron Shows What Really Happened to the Titanic [VIDEO]

James Cameron Shows What Really Happened to the Titanic [VIDEO]
by Kate Freeman on Mashable

Using a new computer-generated animation, James Cameron and fellow researchers fine-tune their theory of how the Titanic looked as it sank into the freezing Atlantic on April 15,1912. The two-night television event entitled Titanic: The Final Word With James Cameron starts on April 8 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on the National Geographic Channel.

“It’s never been animated so precisely and so dramatically,” Cameron said in one of the clips on NatGeo‘s site about the making of the shows.

The National Geographic website is promoting the programs with an interactive game called “Adventure on the Titanic.” Chose your character (one of the four first-class passengers on the ship), and be guided through scenarios that a first-class passenger of that era might have experienced on the great ship. Even though all of the characters are first-class passengers, depending on where your character ranks in terms of social standing within first class, as well as your character’s gender, he or she might be barred from certain events (no ladies in the smoking room, for instance) unless you use your “clout” points.

On April 4, Titanic 3D was re-released in theaters. According to Entertainment Weekly, the 3D version made $4.4 million on opening night. People took to Twitter to rate the film or talk about their first time seeing the original. Cameron’s original Titanic film was released in 1997 and received numerous Academy Awards.

National Geographic is marking 100 years since the Titanic sank starting with a line-up of shows on April 8.

Will you watch this Titanic special event on April 8? Tell us in the comments.

Source: http://mashable.com/2012/04/08/james-cameron-titanic/