The way we all consume media has changed dramatically over the last decade and even more so over the last couple of years. Affluent Americans are spending much more of their time online than others, a staggering 29.7% more to be exact. The research performed by BuySellAds can be found in the infographic below. It… Continue reading Rich people spend 30% more time online than everyone else
Month: September 2011
First Google Store opens in London to minimal fanfare
Google is singing “God Save the Queen” as they launch their first Google store. Sort of. Unlike competitors Apple and Microsoft who have multiple lines of merchandise to entice shoppers to visit brick and mortar retail shops, Google’s hardware lineup is miniscule, as is their first physical retail presence. Nestled in a petite 285-sq ft… Continue reading First Google Store opens in London to minimal fanfare
Unboxed Eee Pad Slider SL101 pushes netbooks further down on the relevance list
It isn’t the review of the Eee Pad Slider SL101 itself that really makes the news. It’s the further indication that the netbook is on the verge of being officially dead. In their latest hardware review, HotHardware gave good marks to the “hot” SL101. While most of the attention is going to the iPad and… Continue reading Unboxed Eee Pad Slider SL101 pushes netbooks further down on the relevance list
IBM is now more valuable than Microsoft (but still way behind Apple)
For the first time in 15 years, IBM has a higher market value than Microsoft., closing at $214 billion yesterday compared to Microsoft’s $213.2 billion close. It marks a symbolic victory for a company that has been under investor scrutiny for 6 years ever since abandoning their roots of hardware when they sold their PC… Continue reading IBM is now more valuable than Microsoft (but still way behind Apple)
Voting machines shown to be hackable remotely
We have the technology. The hanging-chad debacle of the 2000 presidential election proved that we had the need. Now, as more states adopt electronic voting machines to register the “voice of the people” during election times, stunning allegations are being leveled on Diebold voting machines and the ease in which they can be hacked. According… Continue reading Voting machines shown to be hackable remotely
Twitter’s most asked celebrity: Justin Bieber
If you use Twitter regularly, there’s a good chance that you’ve seen something about Justin Bieber in your Twitter stream. Even if you’re not friends with any of the masses of teen girls who worship the young pop star, his name is mentioned more than just about anyone. What does it say about Twitter? About… Continue reading Twitter’s most asked celebrity: Justin Bieber
Aurora Borealis seen from the ISS is stunning
There are several natural phenomenon that transcend art and humanity and give us things that are truly awe inspiring. The Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis have been among the most stunning of these natural phenomena for centuries. Now, we get a glimpse of them from above rather than below thanks to this video from the… Continue reading Aurora Borealis seen from the ISS is stunning
7 jobs that robots could probably do better (and cheaper)
Today’s advancements in technology have made automation a part of our daily lives. Many of the tasks that were once performed by humans are now done by computers and in some cases, robots. As the trend continues, will we see humans replaced in many job functions by robots? That’s the question that our friends at… Continue reading 7 jobs that robots could probably do better (and cheaper)
Amazon fires up its iPad-fighter
Amazon unveiled its all-new tablet computer today, adding the more robust Kindle Fire to its well-established line of Kindle e-readers. The Kindle Fire isn’t merely a copy of Apple’s dominant iPad. Instead, it’s far smaller and cheaper than its main rival. Powered by Google’s Android operating system, the Kindle Fire provides a platform for games,… Continue reading Amazon fires up its iPad-fighter
Ford develops its first electric bicycle
The recent Frankfurt Motor Show played host to some innovative new concept cars featuring eco-friendly powertrains and advanced in-vehicle communications. And among the advanced concepts on display was Ford’s first foray into the world of bicycling. The E-Bike Concept demonstrates how Ford’s automotive design language can translate to a bicycle. The bike’s frame is made… Continue reading Ford develops its first electric bicycle