Tag Archives: technology

Gizmos for Kids

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Alan Shazan

With Christmas just around the corner, here are some great ideas for educating kids through technology. At the same time, they will have a blast with some of these cool, new, gizmos. A win-win for everyone.

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The iWatch

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Alan Shazan

Next month sees the beginning of sales for Apple’s iWatch. The claim is that the watch is able to keep accurate time within 50 milliseconds of the definitive global time standard. Of course, however, it wouldn’t be an Apple product … Continue reading →

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Heat Sensitive iPhone 4/4S Backing

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Alan Shazan

For anyone who wants to see a cool color change on their iPhone, the heat sensitive iPhone 4/4S Backing will make the perfect gift. Fitting a self-adhesive laser cut on to the back of the phone causes it to change … Continue reading →

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Protect Your iPad 2

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Alan Shazan

If you want to really protect your new toy – the iPad 2 – the Versavu protective case, manufactured by Targus – is the way to go. Selling at $100, it has some pretty cool features. The iPad 2 can … Continue reading →

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Electronic Paper Developed in Taiwan

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Alan Shazan

Efforts to improve and protect the environment abound, as many hi-tech companies and researchers develop creative ways to cut back on pollution and energy use. One of the recent projects is electronic paper. John Chen and his team of researchers … Continue reading →

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New Foam May Help Purify Water in Developing Countries

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Alan Shazan

A video posted on reuters.com presents an interesting new technology which may have significant impact on water purification. In an experiment aimed at improving diapers for the next generation, researchers at North Carolina State University created an absorbent foam which … Continue reading →

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Chicago’s Adler Planetarium to Open ‘Deep Space Adventure’

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Alan Shazan

Chicago’s new Adler Planetarium is expected to open in the very near future. According to the managers, the planetarium is a one-of-a-kind “immersive space experience.” Located in a dome, ‘Deep Space Adventure’ takes visitors on a virtual trip through the … Continue reading →

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Kenyan Wildlife Service Fixes Eight Elephants with GPS Collars

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Alan Shazan

Aside from creating more convenient methods of communication and entertainment such as the iPad 2, technology has many other important uses. For example, the Kenyan Wildlife Service recently fixed eight elephants with GPS collars. These devices will help the organization … Continue reading →

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The US Military to Lend a Hand in Development of Power Storage Device

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Alan Shazan

The US military, as part of their never-ending search for energy, has plans to lend a hand in the development of advanced power storage devices. The project will be in collaboration with a specific branch of the Energy Department that … Continue reading →

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