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Grandparents Crazy Funny Reactions To Things Kids Like [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:47:13 +0000

As a grandparent myself I know how mystifying and strange technology can be to people of my generation. How these things must appear to those even older than me I can only guess. Here are some video's from The Week.com of grandparents dealing with things---video games and music for example--that their kids and grandkids love.

How Do You Get A Phone Number, Please?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:10:52 +0000

I'm not exactly a high-tech guy, but I do know that an iPod plays music and Izod is a golf shirt with a little alligator on the pocket. But, how do you find a person's phone number anymore? The other day, I wanted to call someone I know and couldn't find a phone book in the house with residential listings.

15 Futuristic Ideas That May Be Here In10 Years

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:10:30 +0000

When you think of all of the technological advances we have now, what will they come up with next? Apparently, scientists and engineers are already working on some very futuristic products that could be available within 10 years. According to an atricle on msn.com: Some new ideas on the way include: 1. See-through smart phones [...]

A Gift For the Person Who Has Everything-Bluetooth Handset Gloves

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:10:04 +0000

There are certain hand gestures that everybody knows. A thumbs down means no or not good. Scribbling in the air at a restaurant indicates to your server that you want the check. And then there is the pinkie and thumb to your mouth and ear that says, "Call me". Now that pinkie and thumb gesture could mean that person is actually calling someone thanks to Bluetooth Handset Gloves.

Yahoo CEO's Work From Home Ban Creating A Stir

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:05:54 +0000

It's become routine at some companies, especially tech firms. Working from home gives people like working moms and dads the flexibility to do their job while maintaining a "stay at home" environment for their small children. That's why there has been such an outcry over Yahoo CEO's Marissa Mayers' decision to require employees to come into the office.

The Latest Bathroom Accessory-The Pedestal Stand For iPad

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:11:19 +0000

Are you looking for the perfect gift for the man or woman who has everything? CTA Digital has the answer. It is a Pedestal Stand with iPad for the bathroom complete with handy-dandy toilet roll dispenser. Whaa??

Vine Will Be the Hot New App [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:07:39 +0000

Being the tech geek that I am...Wait, did I say that? To be truthful, I am usually behind the curve on anything new but I did come across a new app that the true techies are saying will be as revolutionary as Twitter. It's called "Vine" and here's how it works.

Skittles Sorting Machine [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:05:51 +0000

OK, so you love Skittles. But you are a busy person who doesn't have time to sort and separate the different flavors. Leave it to science and a very bored scientist to come to the rescue. It is a Skittle sorting machine and if it's not something that will change or better the world around us at least it's fun to watch.

Things That Kids Today Never Have To Worry About

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:13 +0000

We live in an age of ever expanding convenience. What are incredible new advances in technology for me are taken for granted by kids who never knew a world without PC's, cell phones and apps. When I see some of the conveniences available today I start to wonder if what I call "the good old days" were all that good after all. Here are a few examples of what I'm talking about.

Apple Unveils "New iPad" [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:36:48 +0000

It's a moment that has "techies" around the world all a-twitter. A new product announcement from Apple always generates a lot of interest and yesterday's unveiling of the "New iPad" was no different. According to Reuters news service most experts expected the device to be called the iPad 3 but Apple CEO Tim Cook went for the "new" designation instead. haven't seen it yet? Take a look.

Telephone Landlines Becoming An Endangered Species

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:50:01 +0000

According to recent studies more than 80% of American adults have some sort of cell phone. On the other hand nearly 25% of American homes no longer have landlines up from 14% in 2007. While it is true that some people feel having both is redundant there are still those--especially businesses--that still rely on landlines although no longer exclusively. There are pros and cons to each type of communications device.

Men Have Trouble With Appliances, Women With Gadgets

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:06:09 +0000

A new study found that men admitted to having problems figuring out such everyday household items as dishwasher, vacuums and food mixers while women fessed up to difficulty understanding gadgets like video games and MP3 players. These were, by far, not the only appliances and tech products that created problems for men and women.

Kindle Fire Debuts This Week [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:30:37 +0000

It will definitely be atop many tech savvy Christmas lists this year providing that person can wait until December 25. But if not, the new Kindle Fire, Amazon.com's new tablet computer version of the e-book, will be available this week, first for those who pre-ordered and then for the rest of us. I am hopelessly un-tech savvy but if I were I'm sure I would be excited by all the new features.

How Addicting Is Technology?

Zach Effrog — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:00:28 +0000

An interesting study out of the University of Maryland shows that when teens have a “media blackout”–meaning no access to phones, TV or Internet–they start to suffer from withdrawal symptoms. When the researchers conducted the media blackout using 150 students for 24 hours, 79 percent of the students reported having distress, confusion and isolation. The [...]