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The Best Apple Watch Stands and Docks You Should Consider Buying
Ever since I got my first smartwatch, I finally understood all the buzz about Apple Watches. These watches aren't only useful due to the apps they have; they're as easy as possible to set up and make a serious fashion statement.
By Riley Raul Reese8 years ago in 01
Top 23 Father's Day Gifts for a Tech Savvy Dad 2018
Father's Day only comes around once a year, so if you're anything like me, you'll want to surprise your dad with a great gift to show him how much he means to you. Even though my dad is in his 70s now, he's not exactly behind on the times when it comes to technology. He did teach me how to use a computer, after all. Of course, I still have to show him how to change the settings on the TV when the picture looks weird, but it's a give and take. And speaking of giving, I want to give him something for Father's Day that's both modern and easy to operate. After digging through the burrows of the internet, I think I've found the best gifts for a tech savvy dad that money can buy.
By Katie Marchbank8 years ago in 01
iPhone Accessories That Will Extend the Life of Your Phone
When the iPhone X rolled out onto sales floors everywhere, people were elated. However, there came a small caveat. Like most smartphones these days, iPhones have a tendency of running out of batteries, having screens shatter if you sneeze on them, or just otherwise getting wrecked.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in 01
Information Societies
The popular notion that our hyper-informed digital age is “unique in history” is a misconception: “every society since ancient Egypt,” writes Martyn Lyons, “has been an ‘information society’”—i.e., a society where “those who control and restrict access to knowledge…thereby control a key component of power.” Indeed, the accessibility of information—more so than any single technological innovation—is a major element driving and shaping western European society, giving rise to numerous innovations in communication as well as information—recording and—accessibility. Crucial groundwork was laid by premodern societies long before the sweeping changes the press would one day catalyze: it was, as Elizabeth Eisenstein wrote, not “the agent, let alone the only agent of change in Western Europe,” but “an agent” whose effects would be chiefly determined by its utilization and relationship to information.
By Jay Tilden8 years ago in 01
Understanding Your Instagram Influence
The following is an excerpt from a talk I gave on social media at Amplifying Ideas. St. Albert's Amplify Festival celebrates student art and inspires creativity. It is entirely youth initiated. Thank you so much to the Amplify Festival Committee for welcoming me to speak at your event!
By Kate Korte8 years ago in 01
How To Choose the Right Tablet for Your Child. Top Story - May 2018.
Though many people might argue against it, a little bit of screen time can be good for kids. It can help them learn more, improve their overall ability to react, and can also be a better way to help keep your little one calm while you run errands.
By Cato Conroy8 years ago in 01
Best 4K Projectors for Your Home Theatre
A home theatre is something that many people aspire to have. But once you've finally made the decision to take the plunge, how do you decide on the best projector? It's the star of the show, so make sure you're investing in the best quality for your theatre possible.
By Stephen Cleary8 years ago in 01
Best Apple Watch Bands to Buy in 2018
Finding the best band for your Apple Watch is a fun way to express yourself. It can be either used as a fashion statement or a practical sports accessory. But with the popularity of the Apple Watch, since it's one of the best smartwatches to buy, comes lots of brands jumping on the bandwagon to produce their best accessory. Among all the Apple Watch bands of 2018 on the market, I have chosen the best of the best, no matter your needs. Which fits you and your lifestyle the best?
By Adrian Scott8 years ago in 01
Most Affordable but Quality 4K TVs You Can Buy
Why would you want to spend $1000 or more on a 4K TV when you simply don't have to? There's a myriad of quality TVs out there just waiting to be scooped up; the only issue is if it's the right one for you. Every 4K TV has a load of options to choose from. Depending on size, smart TV components, screen display options, varied internal features, and much more, your ideal TV can differ dramatically from the next.
By George Herman8 years ago in 01
10 Best Laptop Stands and Risers
We've all had those days where we've been in front of our laptop screen all day, and there is a number of reasons for why we do that. We could be starting a Netflix binging marathon or maybe social media is too addicting to log off that day. Some of us, including myself, use our laptops to work and cannot be away from it for long. One of the biggest drawbacks of our constant laptop usage is the effects it has on our bodies.
By Jesse Kinney8 years ago in 01
Beauty Is in the Eye of the Camera
In the age of technological advancement and social media, the views that young boys and girls have are becoming distorted at a rapid pace. According to market research firm "Influence Central," the average age a child gets their first mobile phone is 10.3 years. Since your brain does not stop developing until your mid-20s, everything until that point will shape how you see the world cognitively. That is why I find the idea of a 10-year-old with a mobile phone harrowing.
By Ellie Hunter8 years ago in 01
Best Stylus Pens for Your iPad or Other Touchscreen Device
Finding the best stylus for your touchscreen device might not seem like an arduous task. However, once you discover all of the different types of pens on the market, you might just second-guess your check plastic pointer. We have complied the 10 best stylus pens for your iPad, or really any other touchscreen device.
By Stephen Cleary8 years ago in 01
