Category Archives: Technology

New Foam May Help Purify Water in Developing Countries

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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Microsoft’s Office 365 Now Cloud Computing

Microsoft’s new Office 365 pushes into the mobile universe of cloud computing, opening some stiff competition for Google.  

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Dog Walks Again With Four Bionic Legs

In a world where technology is sometimes considered to be more harmful than helpful, it’s always nice to hear stories that support the opposite approach. A Red Heeler cattle dog named Naki’o was abandoned in a frozen puddle when he … Continue reading

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Obama Proposes Doubled Sentence for Internet Hackers

For quite some time, the White House has implied that the sentences for breaking into government and other private networks should be made more severe. Now, following the recent incident during which both the CIA and the Senate’s websites were … Continue reading

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The Cube and Adopting Clean Energy Technologies

Psychologist Mike Page of the University of Hertfordshire has recognized that people are reluctant to adopt clean energy technologies in there homes. The question he asks is Why? This is a video presenting a 3×3 meter house called ‘The Cube’, … Continue reading

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Verizon Wireless to Change Service Plans

Verizon Wireless has revealed plans to change smartphone packages by removing the option that allows unlimited Web access for a set price. Instead, the cost for web access will be tiered. The switch will mean a significant increase in costs … Continue reading

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

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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Necomimi: The New Brainwave Sensors

Japan has developed a new hi-tech fashion, called “Necomimi”, meaning “cat’s ears.” These white ears are worn on the head, and they reflect a person’s mood or emotions. Necomimi have two brain-wave sensors which can identify the emotional state of … Continue reading

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‘Angry Birds’ Developers Plan IPO in Three or Four Years

‘Angry Birds’ is one of the most-downloaded mobile games today. Rovio, the developing company, has its sights on an initial public offering in the next three or four years. “It is very possible that we will be listed in bourse … Continue reading

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RIM Reveals Newest Upgraded BlackBerry

Research In Motion, also known as RIM, has revealed its newest BlackBerry Bold smartphone. The upgraded software and layout is part of RIM’s effort to reestablish its presence in the smartphone market. According to the company, the new phone will … Continue reading

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