Technology

Google Glass has been released to the Google Glass Explorers. These are people who applied to receive a test version and paid some $1,500 to get one.

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Yes, the news of the new iPad3 is everywhere because it went on sale today.  Apple says it's got a dramatically better display, an improved camera and faster processing.  My fellow deejay and blogger, Kevin Mussman, brought us the early reviews yesterday.   Believe it or not,

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Wow. I remember last year when IKEA opened its store in Centennial and there were lines around the block for days, full of customers waiting to see all the new wares the international home goods store had to offer, including their famous assemble-it-yourself furniture. Well, the folks at IKEA have taken their concept one step further--

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Well, I don't know about  you, but I've had the toughest time communicating with my parents by text message.  Either I can't understand what they're trying to say or, more likely, I text them something only to find out that they can't find the cellphone!  Needless to say, if I want to communicate with my parents,

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On November 2 in Tokyo, auto maker Toyota unveiled several robotic devices designed to help paralyzed people and the elderly walk.

These robots include sensors that detect the user’s posture, grasp and holding strength, and motor control technology that facilitates someone’s desired motion.

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By now, most of us are aware that texting or multi-tasking in the car is not safe. A new study by Texas A&M University's Texas Transportation Institute reveals just how dangerous texting or emailing and driving can be. 

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Despite being chosen as a bridesmaid, Rene wasn’t able to make the trip to Colorado for her friend Jamie’s wedding. Thanks to technology, she was still able to take part in the big day in more than just spirit — by virtually attending the nuptials via iPad.

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A study by technology research firm Gartner, which recently surveyed 6,295 people between the ages of 13 and 74, reveals almost a quarter of 18- to 29-year-olds use social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter less than when they first signed up for the services, with many saying the services simply aren’t that much fun anymore.

“The trend shows some social media fatigue among early adopters,” says Brian Blau, research director at Gartner. “And the fact that 31 percent of younger consumers indicated that they were getting bored with their social network is a situation that social media providers should monitor, as they will need to innovate and diversify to keep consumer attention.”

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In a study that anyone who works in an office will heartily embrace, researchers found that spending small parts of the day wasting time on the Internet makes workers more productive because it acts to mentally refresh them.

“Browsing the Internet serves an important restorative function,” concludes the report from the National University of Singapore.

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Miguel Hanson and Diana Wesley of Houston, Texas had planned on having a friend officiate their wedding. But when that fell through, the two self-professed geeks simply coded a program for a virtual minister — named Reverend Bit — and had a computer do the job instead.

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There’s little more frustrating than making a trek to the grocery store, only to get home and realize you forgot something important.

Mobile service provider SK Telecom hopes to change all that with a tablet PC-equipped Smart Cart that will sync items from a grocery-list smartphone app and show you exactly what you need to get. The WiFi-connected tablet even uses GPS to display product info and discounts while you shop, and makes recommendations based on past purchases.

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if you read any of my blogs concerning the Space Program, you realize I'm a great proponent of continuing America's continued exploration. That's always been a huge part of our legacy and will continue to be so.

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