TECH & INNOVATIONCities, as you very well may know, are the dense concrete jungles of humanity. And, with this shoulder-to-shoulder way of life, transportation-and really infrastructure, for that matter-seems to be the foot-tall speed bump that every city-dweller despises. Everyone, no matter what their position, has somewhere to go; the everyday commute is inevitable. And with that, everyone needs a means of transportation.
The upcoming 2015 calendar year marks a potentially huge year for film with some of the biggest science fiction franchises ever to grace the screen making their return. Led by the likes of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" and "Avengers: Age of Ultron," studios are looking to cash in on some of the most popular franchises in movie history. Below you will find our list of our favorite science fiction films coming to the big screen in 2015.
During a public interview at the ongoing International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, FCC chairman Tom Wheeler announced that the agency intends to vote on new proposed net neutrality rules next February 26. According to Wheeler, the proposal will be circulated to the commissioners on February 5th, giving them a three week window to consider the new rules before the vote.
The age of 3D printing is upon us, and many individuals and companies alike have leveraged the power of 3D printing for everything from the manufacturing of parts to creating fully functioning prosthetic limbs. Now, researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a new fabrication technique that is simple and will create beautiful and complex 3D micro- and nanonstructures.
It appears that this year’s International Consumer Electronic’s Show is aiming their sights on new parents-to-be, and with a new set of gadgets to ensure the hippest parents’ ease-of-mind, everything from a nightlight to a baby bottle is being redefined.
Ever worry that your little one may not be getting enough rest? Perhaps they’re tossing and turning during the nights out of fear of monsters under the bed, or perhaps they’re simply too amped up from their day’s play. Whatever the reason, there’s no need to fear. A new smart bed debuted this week at the International Consumer Electronics Show’s “Internet of Things”, and it has got the stats and gadgets to let your children and yourself sleep with ease.
With development support from national organizations, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and NASA, researchers at the Space Science and Engineering Center (SSEC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed two new mobile apps that will bring the power of satellite data right to your fingertips.
While mostly designed with competitors and corporate buyers in mind, this year’s International Consumer Electronics Show is sure to be one for the masses. Marking “CES Day Zero”, Monday morning’s press day, while filled with keynote speakers and presentations from the CEOs of Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, LG and even Mercedes, also alluded to a few inventions in the works that will have you opening up your wallet.
The Internet of Things is poised to wow consumers at the International Consumer Electronics Show. And companies hope to generate true excitement for new consumer electronics that has been lacking at past events.
The evolution of digital technology continues to revolutionize business, and is increasing productivity and employee flexibility, while also increasing the length of the average workday.
Mark Zuckerberg has finally decided what his New Year's resolution will be and has declared 2015 the "year of books" inviting his followers to join him reading one book every two weeks.
Buying a car is quite a bit like hunting--there's a season for it. And one of the best seasons to hunt-down a great auto deal is the time right after the New Year. But don't let the myriad of car commercials be your sole information outlet. Experts say that doing your own car-related research and "keeping an open mind" are the keys to finding a four-wheel bargain.
Apple's latest mobile operating system, iOS 8, seems to be a little too hungry for memory. So much so that a new lawsuit has been filed that alleges Apple misrepresented the storage capacity on many of its devices, in an effort to push their iCloud storage service.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is seeking help with his New Year's resolutions from users of Facebook. Currently he is taking suggestions on his Facebook page for his personal challenge for the new year.