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Is Roku 3 Taking on the Apple TV?

March 6, 2013 by noemi

Roku just made streaming boxes even more interesting with the announcement of its newest model, Roku 3. With the price point at $99, it looks like the guys are not averse to taking on the Apple TV.

Roku is being touted as the original streaming player, but in this world of copycats, original does not always mean the best. Indeed, there are some who pride themselves in copying and creating much better things. But with Roku 3, the company might just gain a stronger foothold in the niche. [Read more…] about Is Roku 3 Taking on the Apple TV?

Top MOOCs to Further Your Education

February 27, 2013 by noemi

Massive Open Online Courses, or MOOCs, are all the rage today, thanks to technology and the desire of some people to share their knowledge via the Internet without charging students a fee. It has been said more than once that learning happens a lot outside the classroom, but we cannot ignore the fact that there is also a lot to be learned in a classroom setting. Admittedly, MOOCs are not exactly your traditional classroom setting. Still, it has enough elements of the traditional learning experience blended with alternative learning that people who enrol in these programs receive a lot of benefits.

There are some names which have become the go-to resource for MOOCs, but in case you want to know more, there are actually more than a handful of choices. Here are the top MOOCs that can help you learn more, even though you may be out of school. [Read more…] about Top MOOCs to Further Your Education

How the Stones Roll: Digital Postcards for Fans of The Rolling Stones

February 24, 2013 by noemi

The Rolling Stones Postcards — How the Stones Roll

The Rolling Stones is one of the most iconic bands in the world of rock and roll, with even the youngsters of today knowing about them, or at least knowing what they stand for. Formed in London in 1962 – when many of us were still particles of energy floating around the universe – the band is also known as the “World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band”, though some may put up an argument. In any case, with more than 200 million album sales worldwide, and with the band celebrating their 50th year last year, the Stones have certainly set the bar high for all other rock bands.

The State of IT Innovation

February 15, 2013 by noemi

Innovation. Disruption. Startups.

Buzzwords are flying all over the place as if there were no tomorrow, but as much as you may be averse to buzzwords, there is something to be said about innovation. It is an essential part in moving forward, and every company, in the tech scene especially, needs to put a premium on innovation in order to remain competitive.

If a tech company is ever to stay alive, not to mention stay successful in the years to come, innovation has to be part of the recipe somehow. The word is more easily uttered than put into practice, though, with many factors coming into play. [Read more…] about The State of IT Innovation

iPad Stand and Tissue Holder Rolled Into One

February 13, 2013 by noemi

There is no point in hiding it. Everyone does it at some point. Even several years back, people were already making references to and poking fun at habits which resulted in the use of gadgets in the bathroom. Some think it strange. Some think it gross. Others won’t admit whether they do so or not.

We do know it happens, though – whether you update your Facebook status while doing your business, or you check your email, or you read the news. And for this very specific purpose, the iPad stand and tissue holder rolled into one will make your life easier.

Tech Documentaries to Watch This Year

February 11, 2013 by noemi

There’s nothing like a good, long documentary marathon session to spend a lazy weekend. I have not done that lately, but I would give an arm and a leg to be able to do absolutely nothing for an entire weekend but watch all the documentaries I can watch, with breaks only for the necessary things.

If you hold the same opinion of documentaries as I do, and you particularly like tech (you’re reading this, so you must have a proclivity for the topic), let me help you feel a little better on a Monday. You may not know it, but there are some pretty interesting tech documentaries slated for 2013. While you might have to wait for some them, the idea of having something to give you your documentary fix ought to put a smile on your face AND those that have been released should do you good for now.

Here are the tech documentaries to watch this year. [Read more…] about Tech Documentaries to Watch This Year