Tag: tech

Where the startup jobs are hiding: in plain sight

In 2011, the boom of startups following in the footsteps of an economy showing signs of recovery filled the pages of craigslist looking for talent. While other sectors were still struggling with unemployment, the tech startup world was competing for top people. Now, with the economy looking even better (despite bad gas prices) and tech-related… Continue reading Where the startup jobs are hiding: in plain sight

Why the great tech cash out has begun (and why it needs to end)

Investing in technology is always a gamble. It goes up and down, both in the amount of money invested as well as the number of investors themselves. We’ve recently seen a large influx of money being invested that has been replaced by a more recent freeze due to America’s financial woes. That can be expected.… Continue reading Why the great tech cash out has begun (and why it needs to end)

They Just Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To… Thank God

Alright, let’s play a game of ‘Guess the Ancient Tech’. What is this box on a forklift? Believe it or not, it’s not a washing machine, electric stove, refrigerator, or other kitchen appliance. Frankly, I think all those were much smaller than this by 1956, which is the date of this photograph. Give up? One… Continue reading They Just Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To… Thank God

2010 Tech in Review

Every year is more exciting than the previous in the world of tech. It’s in the very nature of progress that we find this to be the case as things that once thrilled us become boring and nothing short of something brand-spanking new will blow out minds. In 2010, our minds were blown. We have… Continue reading 2010 Tech in Review

5 Technologies The Internet Is Transforming

The creation of the Internet has created plenty of good in the world. People now have access to more information, tighter connections with more friends, and the ability to make a difference. But some things haven’t had an easy time making the adjustment. Here are just a handful of technologies that the Internet is transforming… Continue reading 5 Technologies The Internet Is Transforming

Samsung Pwns FPD 2010 with Scores of Cool Tech

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY_ADCTBKVE[/youtube] Hold on a second while I plug something I like. That thing is Samsung’s mastery of all things display-related. I may run a Mac Pro, but hell if I’m buying an Apple display. It’s all about the Samsung. This year at, FPD 2010, Samsung absolutely did not fail to bring the rock in showcasing… Continue reading Samsung Pwns FPD 2010 with Scores of Cool Tech

Liquid-Proof Tech Has Arrived

[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/12767988[/vimeo] This is bizarrely charming and cute and funny, yet at the same time practical and innovative. Everyone know the inherent danger of electronics and liquids. Cell phones, laptops and hundreds of other expensive devices entrenched in our daily lives are susceptible to fewer and fewer dangers, but liquid is one substance guaranteed to shorten… Continue reading Liquid-Proof Tech Has Arrived

Preview: Screen Technology In 2014

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7_mOdi3O5E&feature=player_embedded[/youtube] The problem with all this uber-cool technology is, how do we know what is actually useful and what isn’t? What will actually make it into our every day lives and what will be consigned to the tech landfills of tomorrow? 3D TV seems to be the ultimate expression of this. Of course content providers… Continue reading Preview: Screen Technology In 2014

Researchers Develop Unnecessarily Tiny Pixels… Because They Can

You thought that Retina Display was smooth. You thought pixels 4 times smaller than regular pixels were impressive. Man, have you got something to learn about what smooth be. Smooth be this: Researchers at the University of Michigan have created a display with a resolution so, so, so, so, so fine, that the pixels used… Continue reading Researchers Develop Unnecessarily Tiny Pixels… Because They Can