Whether you're an amateur radio operator or a radio listening enthusiast, you probably know that software defined radios are the wave of the future. Software defined radios use software based algorithms to demodulate and decode radio signals making SDR the most flexible radio solution out there. The problem today is that most software defined radios [...]
There are a lot of great edtech sites out there for parents, but one that definitely takes the cake is teacherlists.com. Now this site doesn't offer lesson plans, homework ideas or math flash cards. More importantly it offers ease and convenience for parents in a very busy and somewhat emotional time for parents, Back to [...]
A couple of weeks ago I stumbled on a CNBC article by Courtney Reagan about Retail Chains That Disappeared. As I flipped through the slides I noticed that many of the featured retailers suffered common fates. So, I reorganized the list. I broke down each company and the reasons for their demise (according to the article.) [...]
The internet of things is in the news everyday. Wearable technology is right there next to it. Right now though, when most people think wearable tech they think wrist bands, watches and other accessory type sensors. Only a few companies have tried to make truly wearable technology. Adidas has a wearable tech shirt out that [...]
Distracted driving is a big deal. In 2012 421,000 people were injured as a result of distracted driving. The biggest distraction to a driver is a smartphone. You may be shocked to hear this but a 35 year old is just as likely to get into an accident because of distracted driving as a teenager. [...]
Now that just about every tech industry celebrity, CEO and investor has taken the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, it's time for the technology to get involved. At least that's what the folks in Samsung UK's marketing department thought. It comes as no surprise that Samsung's flagship Galaxy S5 can withstand the rigorous temperatures and water [...]
Startups, app developers and entrepreneurs have been disrupting the publishing industry quite a lot lately. New ways to publish books, like ScrewPulp, have made it so writers can get to market quickly and without the help of a major publishing house. These kinds of distribution startups are bringing an almost indie music renaissance to the [...]
With all the advancements in gadgets, technology and connected devices you would think that someone would finally nail the "heated jacket" concept. Until now, most heated jackets have been geared towards construction workers and outdoorsmen. But what about when you want to look fashionable? Copertura, a company we've reported on here before, has launched their [...]
National real estate firm RedFin has always been on the cutting edge of technology. That continues to apply this week as they roll out their new Redfin 3D Walkthrough technology. his online feature for Redfin-listed homes provides a high-resolution, interactive view from every angle inside a home and is powered by groundbreaking 3D scanning technology from [...]
John Legere definitely has charisma and personality that can't be beat. Since taking over as T-Mobile USA's CEO he's turned the wireless industry on it's head. First he eliminated long term contracts, then early termination fees, he's made equipment easier to purchase and even gives away data for music streaming. Enter Sprint's new CEO Marcelo [...]
