The K-glove (also called Robo-Glove) developed by NASA and General Motors can help workers reduce Repetitive Stress Injury. While it will not replace Iron Man, it can help auto workers and astronauts grip and lift heavy tools. “The Robo-Glove has the potential to reduce the amount of force that an auto worker would need to exert when operating a tool for an extended time or … [Read more...] about Iron Man Glove Gives Workers a Helping Hand
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Upgrade to iOS 5.1 – So Far, So Good
I upgraded my iPhone 4S to iOS 5.1 and so far so good. I also upgraded an iPhone 4 to iOS 5.1 in hopes of fixing the battery drain issue. The jury is still out on this. The most notable feature from the upgrade is a quick-access camera icon on the power-up screen. Sliding the camera icon up will reveal the camera app from your lock screen. This means you can get to your … [Read more...] about Upgrade to iOS 5.1 – So Far, So Good
Weather Radio App for Your SmartPhone
It’s that time of year when weather is in the headlines. So be prepared! The iMap Weather Radio is an App for your Smartphone or tablet that alerts you of life-threatening weather information. The application “wakes up” your mobile device when danger approaches. It uses the phone’s location to determine if there are weather alerts in your area. It is listed for just … [Read more...] about Weather Radio App for Your SmartPhone
Oscar App and Fun Facts
The Oscars are coming. This Sunday (2/26/2012) will be the 84th Academy Awards. Don't worry if your backstage pass for the red carpet event got lost in the mail. There's an Oscar app for that (iPhone and iPad). It provides a behind-the-scenes look at Hollywood's big night. Click here for info on the free Oscar app. Here are some more Oscar fun facts! … [Read more...] about Oscar App and Fun Facts
Rise of the Smartphones
The movie trailer begins, “In a world with more Smartphones than people…” But wait, this is not a trailer, this is reality. It is predicted that by the end of 2012 there will be more Smartphones that people. Sorry humans – you had a good run, but it’s time to step aside for the rise of the Smartphones. Smartphones and tablets will continue to outpace the human race so that … [Read more...] about Rise of the Smartphones
Sorry Tebow, Bradying is the Latest Online Trend
Sorry Tebow, Bradying is becoming the latest online trend...at least for the next day or so. Disappointed by the Super Bowl loss, Tom Brady sat on the ground with his head bowed. Bradying is born! So instead of Tebowing, people all over the online world are Bradying. There's even a website: http://bradying.com/ Is Bradying the new Tebowing? Doubt it! Like other … [Read more...] about Sorry Tebow, Bradying is the Latest Online Trend
Websites from Hell
No one wants a website from hell. One of the best ways to make sure you do not have a website from hell is to look at ones that are. There are a lot of roadkill websites out there. And just like slowing down to look at a bad accident, it’s hard to resit looking at painful websites. Here are just a few that will hurt your eyes, cause a migraine, or invoke an epileptic … [Read more...] about Websites from Hell
SOPA and PIPA get a Black-eye and a Blackout
The censorship bills SOPA and PIPA are no longer being censored. The mainstream media news has been all but silent on the topic because their parent companies are backing these bills. But thanks to people rising-up in protest, SOPA and PIPA have gotten a black-eye and are loosing momentum. Recent press releases from the White House indicate that President Obama will not … [Read more...] about SOPA and PIPA get a Black-eye and a Blackout
Cool Tech uses Liquid Nitrogen to Make Amazing Ice Cream
Now this is cool technology – it uses liquid nitrogen to make ice cream. Using a machine called Kelvin, Smitten’s ice cream in San Francisco makes each scoop to order. It uses sophisticated software and super-cool liquid nitrogen to transform pure and fresh ingredients into an awesome tasting ice cream. And since it’s made fresh on-the-spot, no stabilizers, emulsifiers or gums … [Read more...] about Cool Tech uses Liquid Nitrogen to Make Amazing Ice Cream
Once Again Big Government Tries to Destroy the Internet – STOP SOPA and PIPA!
Once again big government is trying to destroy the Internet. The toxic combination of big business and big government are at it again in to strangle online freedom of speech, crush innovation, and kill American jobs! What are SOPA and PIPA? SOPA – Stop Online Privacy Act (US House) PIPA – Protect IP Act (US Senate) While these proposed laws may sound good, THEY ARE … [Read more...] about Once Again Big Government Tries to Destroy the Internet – STOP SOPA and PIPA!