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QUESTION BRIDGE
2012-02-03 19:06:00 The Question Bridge is a transmedia art project that seeks to represent and redefine Black male identity in America. Through video mediated question and answer exchange, diverse members of this "demographic" bridge economic, political, geographic, and generational divisions. The project is in full swing and expanding into a a travelling series, educational curriculum and even a smartphone app! Have a look at their introductory video to see how it all works:
YOU CAN'T DO THIS ON TWITTER
2012-02-03 19:03:00 Twitter is in the spotlight because of its new and controversial per-country blocking system--the power for governments to censor and withhold public tweets that violate local laws. Although the specifics are a bit murky, according to Foreign Policy magazine, here are 5 things that you can't/shouldn't do on Twitter in the United States, for they can lead to some serious legal trouble: Cyberbullying, pranking police, coordinating unlawful behavior, threatening violence and not removing tweets by request. Check out the full implications of each here and stay out of Twitter trouble!
Incentive & Reward Programs Need More UGC
2012-02-03 14:12:00 UGC? What is UGC? User. Generated. Content. Old School ? New School In the days of Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble incentive programs to drive more rock breaking at the quarry came with elaborate communication plans. Big budget program announcements (if you were doing a group travel program the budgets were almost obscene), monthly ...
PENGUIN GOES DIGITAL-ONLY
2012-02-02 17:56:00 Book publisher, Penguin, is setting its sights on the digital-only market with their new Penguin Shorts programme. The premise of the move is to focus on short reads that'll be available for $1.99 USD a pop and fertilize its own niche among avid digital readers. Not a bad idea considering music went the route of singles and the iTunes store. And with gadgets like the Kindle Fire and Nook, who's to say the reading market won't adapt just as easily as music has? Smart.
TechCrunch ?The Crunchies? Tonight
2012-02-01 02:36:00 That kind of wacky, always entertaining and informative tech show by the blog TechCrunch is this evening, and this blogger’s attending. This time it’s held at Davies Symphony Hall, which provides a larger backdrop for a show that deserves one. This is also the first Crunchies without TechCrunch staffers Paul Carr, Sarah Lacy, and founder (Read More...)
WIKILEAKS TV SERIES
2012-01-31 18:00:00 Wikileaks founder, Julian Assange, has announced plans for an upcoming television series. The show will focus on thinkers, revolutionaries and and political players from around the world. Its premise, according to the bold activist, is to create dialogue about the future and where the world is headed. Here's some of what the official press release details for the show:
Jeff Kollman: V-Tech guitar synth NAMM 2012
2012-01-26 01:10:00 This is a mashup video of a bunch of demonstrations Jeff Coleman did at the Roland booth at NAMM 2012. (Mostly of the V-Tech guitar synth) Winter NAMM 2012 - Jeff Coleman - Guitar Demo Mashup
THE SOCIAL BOWL
2012-01-24 18:00:00 The social media experts over at Soshable are expecting tons of Twitter and Facebook use during the upcoming Super Bowl XLVI. So much that they actually wrote up a piece about how connection providers like Verizon are lacing Lucas Oil Field with an extra-heavy arsenal to support 3G, 4G, and WiFi. And then there's all the social media blasts and analytics that are going to be handled by digital marketing companies like Raidious--a great case study on what will most certainly be one of the most data-heavy events of the year. Hence the name, The Social Bowl.
Tech Hot News: iPad iBooks, RIM new CEO, YouTube Hits 4Billion, Megaupload
2012-01-24 06:28:00 There are lots of hot tech news roaming around the web that we believe readers shouldn’t miss. We also think that this will have a great impact in the future. Apple iBook to reinvent textbook Kindle fire initiated a trend last 2011 with e-books at Amazon.com. Now Apple is on its way of reinventing education ...
Europe Recession Helps Indian Tech Giants Grow: Good News For Us?
2012-01-23 11:30:00 The European Economic crisis is proving to be a boon for Indian Tech Giants who are reporting robust growth. Until recently, Europe was very stingy when handing their work offshore. However, the growing concern of a meltdown has forced the companies to revaluate their strategies concerning cost reduction through outsourcing. In 2011, top-tier Indian Companies posted a growth between 23% to 40% from their Europe focused operations. In the last quarter alone, Infosys reported a jump of 17% while TCS garnered 17% more revenue. The good news does not end there. The scope of work to come too has shot up with European companies signing more multi-million dollar contracts than the US for the first time. European operations usually account for about 25% or 1/4th of Indian IT Companies total revenues. However, UK is the sole country which hands over the lions-share. Rest untapped markets involve Spain, Italy and the Nordic regions. But things improved in 2011 when Infosys added 14 new clien...
By: WATblog
Girl Scout Cookies Go Hi-Tech - Find Cookies NOW!
2012-01-23 01:59:00 It?s Girl Scout Cookie time (or almost time depending on what part of the country you?re in) and unless you know someone who is in the Girls Scouts of the USA the problem is always about finding them before they?re gone. Well GSUSA has solved that problem this year with help from technology.
ANONYMOUS DEFENDS MEGAUPLOAD
2012-01-20 18:14:00 Hacker group Anonymous sprang into action yesterday afternoon by causing havoc and taking down a slew of targeted websites including the U.S. Department Of Justice, U.S. Copyright Office, Recording Industry Association Of America (RIAA), Motion Picture Association Of America (MPAA) and Universal Music Group. The move comes in response to the recent indictment of download website, Megaupload. Authorities argue that the site was once the 13th most-visited website on the internet and responsible for the distribution of loads of pirated television shows, software and games. All this comes in light of the recent Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA) currently making their rounds among U.S. lawmakers.
CRAIGSLIST THE MUSICAL
2012-01-18 18:38:00 CBC broadcaster Bill Richardson and singer/songwriter Veda Hille are the culprits behind the quirky new musical, Do You Want What I Have Got? A Craigslist Cantata. The show is a musical parody based largely on Craigslist want-ads and the theme of humanity in the age of social networking and exchange. It will make its big debut at this year's PuSh International Performing Arts Festival in Vancouver, Canada. Expect lots of laughs and weirdness like irregular cat hats, mounted lobsters, and a slew of other want-ad mentions.
Are Mobile Apps For Rewards and Recognition Red Herrings?
2012-01-18 13:34:00 Question for you all? Is having a mobile application for your rewards and recognition system important? Is it needed? Or is it simply a solution in search of a problem? Is it marketing bluster and me-too-ism? Is the development of apps and mobile tools to reward and recognize people really something the market needs and ...
WIKIPEDIA BLACKOUT
2012-01-17 07:04:00 Wikipedia and founder Jimmy Wales will be protesting the U.S. Stop Internet Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA) today. The English version of the online user-based encyclopedia will not be greeting visitors with the usual search bar and information. Instead, those that log on can expect to read the company's stance on the bills and information on how to take action against them. Online news link service, Reddit will also join Wikipedia in the 24-hour blackout. Fight the power!
Frog Design?s Tech Trends of 2012
2012-01-11 09:32:00 January is often abuzz with 3 things: New Year resolutions, trends and forecasts for the year, and CES. I'll leave CES to the CES PR engines, because as designers, if you just focus on CES you will be a year too late. So if you want to consider something more interesting and forward looking, check out this compilation of technology trends for 2012 from the global team at Frog Design. It looks like a number of interesting predictions from some familiar names. Check it out after the jump.
By: Design Sojourn
Canaan Partners Closes Another $600Mn Fund – Good News For Indian Tech Sc
2012-01-11 09:31:00 With Ecommerce booming and Group Buying sites exploding (seen the recent Snapdeal ads?) everywhere, it is not a surprise that global VC firms like Canaan Partners is raising more money to put into the tech space. And for a change, India is getting a share in the pie. Till a few years ago, we were the land of Call Centers and Outsourcing. Recent years has seen smart people shifting from MNCs and returning from the Silicon Valley to create some truly valuable products out of India which can help us make a better world. Bubble or no bubble, the Flipkart, Zomato and MakeMyTrip of our country are here to leave a small dent in the universe. Canaan, which invests primarily in technology and healthcare companies in US, India and Israel has now brought its total capital under management to $3.5 billion! As per the latest notification by the firm, more than 67% of the funds would go into digital and social media, internet consumer products, enterprise solutions and mobile start-ups. And sinc...
By: WATblog
BOUNCE THAT MAN JUNK
2012-01-10 16:26:00 Meet Jenna Marbles, an internet sensation that whips up weekly comedic videos about her random thoughts and happenings. Her latest feat, however, isn't some self-made web cam video, it's a full-on music video production dedicated to male genitalia. "Bounce That D*ck" is Ms. Marbles' comedic response to years of sexist pop music videos that only glorify scantily clad women. She's decided to turn the tables and it's hilarious!
53% Off a Swiss+Tech Gift Box Set of Micro Mini Tools (Pack of 2)
2012-01-09 09:00:00 List Price: $39.99Deal Price: $18.72You Save: $21.27 (53%)Swiss+Tech tools have forged a strong reputation for precision crafted, high quality tools. This pack of 2 gift sets in attractive tin boxes includes 5 great multi-tools: the Micro-Pro 7-in-1 tool, Utili-Key 6-in-1 tool, Micro-Plus EX 9-in-1 tool, Utili-Key 5-in-1 tool, and a key chain LED flashlight.Expires Jan 25, 2012
TELECOM ACT DEMISE
2012-01-06 15:38:00 Just last month, communications giant, Verizon, signed a $3.6 billion dollar deal with "competitors" Comcast, Time Warner, and Bright House Networks. Experts argue that the alliance unofficially spells out the end of the United States' Telecom Act of 1996--a congressional bill that promised consumers fair and competitive tele-communications services. And now a second part of that multi-billion dollar deal is speculated to draw out how each company will actually stay out of one another's way and possibly sell each other's services to overlapping customers--in other words, a cleverly disguised monopoly, as the New York Times reports:
CES 2012: Sanho, Fitness Tech, iBike, iDevices, Soundmatters, Featured - An
2012-01-04 23:36:00 CES 2012 starts Sunday for this blogger, and here’s a list of just some of the vendors that will be covered at the largest convention in The World: Sanho – Booth #4606 ? North Hall: creators of the ?Hyper? Line of products, is launching CloudFTP – winner of the CES 2012 Innovations Award, a portable (Read More...)
Happy New Year to all Tech At Hand Readers
2011-12-31 22:02:00 I have not yet finalized my plan for year 2012. Soon I will blog about it. But for now I would like to greet all you a Happy and Blessed New Year to everyone. I speak blessings to all of You? May we have great and prosperous new year. New plans, new strategy and new ...
U.S. Military Tests Out Green Tech in Afghanistan
2011-12-30 13:38:00 From All Things Considered: Saving money and lives, as well as improving national security, are the goals behind a U.S. military initiative to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. At one outpost in remote Afghanistan, Marines are using solar power; the Navy is also experimenting with biofuels
Tech At Hand Dot Net 2011 Year End Report
2011-12-29 10:16:00 It is a tradition for every bloggers to make reports on what happened on their blogging career for the year. So here I am making my blogging report for year 2011. This year is a great year for Tech At Hand Dot Net, a year when I experience lots of things from high traffic, to ...
New Train Tech 'Poses Hack Risk'
2011-12-28 20:02:00 From BBC News - Technology: A security expert warns that the move to GSM-R communication technology could allow hackers to disrupt rail travel. Read the whole article
GOVERNMENT ON TWITTER
2011-12-28 15:00:00 Advocacy group the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) has issued the United States Department of Homeland Security a lawsuit. The reason? They claim that the government is monitoring blogs, message boards, and social media platforms like Twitter without the public's consent. The scrutiny is said to go so far as to pinpoint specific flag words that, in turn, trigger the agency to track and monitor a user's online activity. Hmm, you don't say?
UPTOWN HOUSE MUSIC
2011-12-27 02:57:00 Anyone looking for a good groove this coming Thursday, December 29th, should check out our amigos, The 55 Crew, and their new Uptown Manhattan residency, Deep In The Heights. Expect "House music all night long," floor powder, and a whole lotta dancing!
Sony Tablet vs. Apple iPad? No. Two Different Tablets
2011-12-26 20:05:00 As one who has a Sony Tablet, given as a Christmas present from Sony, and one who purchased an Apple iPad for his mother, I think I’m pretty qualified to comment on both tablets. While the basic idea is that one is better than the other, the real question really comes down to age of (Read More...)
X-MAS IN HOLLIS [EMOTICON VERSION]
2011-12-25 13:05:00 Seeing as how Christmas day is finally upon us, we thought it'd be sweet to commemorate the holiday with a proper sound-off. Check out what we found while surfing. An emoticon version of the Run DMC classic, Christmas In Hollis. Ho-Ho-Ho and an iPhone yo!
Merry Christmas To All Tech At Hand Readers
2011-12-25 05:44:00 I just like to greet all our readers a Merry Merry Christmas to all. I may not believe that December 25 is the exact date of Jesus Christ nativity, but I believe that we should always have a spirit of loving and giving to everyone. Enjoy the holiday and may we be reminded the true ...
High tech HUD display in any car!
2011-12-25 01:52:00 Hello, I just started thinking about the idea of a high tech, heads up display simular to Iron mans HUD in the movies. Some of the key features could include: GPS/ Route info display Current speed in MPH with gps integration Heading, Climate, and Time info Integrated lazer distance finder to s
Sarah Lacy Strikes Back Against TechCrunch With PandoDaily.com - Will Heath
2011-12-24 00:01:00 TechCrunch Senior Editor Sarah Lacy, who I first met when she was hanging with then-Valleywag Editor Owen Thomas, is the first former TechCrunch staffer (there are a lot of them: Michael Arrington , Paul Carr, Heather Harde, and Lacy) to actually announce that she’s going to announce a first funding round for a new venture (Read More...)
Is Google Working on High-tech Spectacles?
2011-12-20 16:13:00 From CNET News: Revenge of the nerd glasses! The search giant is said to be creating eyewear that would tap into the cloud to display details about the wearer's surroundings. Similar in concept to the glasses worn by Arnold Schwarzenegger in the "Terminator" movies, the high-tech specs p
Save Over 30%: Swiss+Tech Micro Tool Gift Box Sets
2011-12-16 09:00:00 Unlike other multi-function tools, many Swiss+Tech tools have a patented, quick-release, integrated locking system that attaches to any key ring, thereby eliminating the need for an additional ring or belt holster. These innovative, high-quality, light-weight products fulfill a common need--having the tools you need when you need them. They make a great gift.Expires Dec 31, 2011
SAFE SEX APP
2011-12-15 18:56:00 Swedish ad agency, Ester, was recently hired to create a safe sex campaign for young adults in Stockholm. 500,000 condoms embedded with QR codes and a safe sex app later, and the Kondom08 Campaign was born. Here's how it works: Partners scan the QR code, which installs an app onto their smart phones. When initiated (right before sex), the app reminds users to put on their condom and then the phone records the session (sound and movement). Users can then create their own profile based on their stats and compare them with with other safe sex practitioners. Fun!
TECH-TALK: Philippe Fichot (Die Form)
2011-12-15 16:52:00 We live in an era where music is produced on computers with programs as ProTools / Logic / Cubase / Reason / Ableton Live / ... Some artists prefer analog synths above digital, some stay their whole...
By: Side-Line Music
Tech Univerity TN
2011-12-14 14:20:00 anybody who has some time of to help a young 22 year old to guy to find his way around tech?
TECH-TALK: Oliver Chesler (The Horrorist)
2011-12-13 15:41:00 We live in an era where music is produced on computers with programs as ProTools / Logic / Cubase / Reason / Ableton Live / ... Some artists prefer analog synths above digital, some stay their whole...
By: Side-Line Music
Tennessee Tech Student Wins Gunk-Sponsored Scholarship Competition
2011-12-12 18:10:00 A couple of months ago, we learned of a program launched by the people behind Gunk brand automotive products to find young automotive enthusiasts and promote their interests in an automotive career. It started with the Gunk Serious Solutions Tour, in which a 1968 Chevy Chevelle that had been restor
Divas SnowGear Diva-Tech Balaclava
2011-12-12 09:00:00 List Price: $19.99Deal Price: $17.99You Save: $2.00 (10%)This Base Layer Balaclava is the ideal solution to keep your head and neck warm, while wicking away moisture. Engineered using the moisture-wicking technology, it is designed to quickly transport perspiration and moisture away from the skin to the outermost portion of the fabric, leaving the skin warm and dry. The balaclava is form fitting, using 4-way stretch to hug the body, but it not a compression fit. At a weight of over 8 ounces per square yard, this polyester/spandex fabric is heavier than most base layer fabrics, enabling it to retain more heat. Although this product is by far superior for moisture management and warmth, it has an incredibly soft and luxurious feel.Expires Dec 27, 2011
TECH-TALK: Leif Holm (Pouppée Fabrikk, CAP)
2011-12-11 16:51:00 We live in an era where music is produced on computers with programs as ProTools / Logic / Cubase / Reason / Ableton Live / ... Some artists prefer analog synths above digital, some stay their whole...
By: Side-Line Music
PEBA Recognized Tech At Hand as Best Gadgets And Tech Blog 2011
2011-12-11 07:35:00 The Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards (PEBA), Inc. have finally decided the winners of the ?ANY BLOGGER ANYWHERE WINNERS? and we are proud to say that we have been recognized as the Best Gadgets And Tech Blog 2011. A Big thanks you to the organizer of the event. Since I am not in Philippines, I have ...
SIFTEO [REVIEW]
2011-12-09 18:15:00 Anyone feeling like video games have become an endless spiral of expectance might want to give Sifteo a try. Forget huge screens and hard-on-the-eyes 3D screens; the premise of Sifteo cubes is bringing gamers back to basics with an innovative twist. The tiny cubes (anywhere from two to six combined) have their own screens that interact with one another. Each is equipped with a 32-bit ARM microprocessor, a 3-axis accelerometer that determines positioning, 8MB Flash for quick launching, installing and uninstalling of games, a lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery, and a full-color 128 pixel LCD touchscreen display.
On Selected Mondays on a WebCam Near You
2011-12-09 12:45:00 Except when it is announced a few days ahead of time. A few weeks ago I asked the group when would be the best time for a G+ hangout on incentives, rewards, influence, etc. The answer ? Mondays at 4:00 pm EST. So? Monday December 12th at 4:00 pm EST I will flip the switch ...
Virginia Tech Shooting; Killer Shot Cop and Himself
2011-12-08 22:38:00 The Virginia Tech Campus has been victimized once again by a lone gun man who, unlike the tragic occurrence of 2007, is as of this writing still at large. CORRECTION as of 4:36 PM EST: the suspect was just found dead – according to Headline News, he shot himself. Two people, one a police officer, (Read More...)
TOP 20 STARTUPS OF 2011
2011-12-08 15:21:00 Business Insider recently published a pretty comprehensive list of who they revere as The 20 Best New Startups Of 2011. Aside from detailing who the companies are, the list also includes information about how they came about, who the founders are, and their source of funding. According to PSFK, some of the underlying themes that seem to run in common with most of these successful rookies include: collaborative working and education, tech toys and connected objects, and creating offline value for digital activities, to name a few. Readers can check out the list in its entirety right here.
What's Your Favorite 2011 Tech Toy?
2011-12-08 13:38:00 This year did not disappoint with regards to consumer technology development. Looking back at the year, what is the product or service that had the single largest impact on you? Was it a trickier tablet device, a smart phone that could answer your questions, better mobile wireless connectivity, a co
TECH-TALK: Gin Devo (Vomito Negro)
2011-12-07 17:16:00 We live in an era where music is produced on computers with programs as ProTools / Logic / Cubase / Reason / Ableton Live / ... Some artists prefer analog synths above digital, some stay their whole...
By: Side-Line Music
2 High-Tech Stocks with 50% Upside in 2012
2011-12-05 17:00:00 Here at StreetAuthority, we're always looking for "game-changing" stocks. In fact, my colleague Andy Obermueller has an entire newsletter dedicated to the subject. These "game-changers" are usually smaller firms that are developing revolutionary new products. Yet we also have our eye on larger, more well-established companies that seek to push the envelope, developing technologies that can enhance the customer's experience in new and different ways. These larger firms know heavy investments in research and development (R&D) are crucial. R&D efforts, which often yield a treasure trove of patents, can help them command firm pricing and generate impressive margins. Right now, there is a pair of "game-changers" I have my eye on. They may be well-known, but they . . . → Read More: 2 High-Tech Stocks with 50% Upside in 2012
By: Jutia Group
TECH-TALK: Daniel Myer (Haujobb, Destroid and Architect)
2011-12-05 16:49:00 (Picture by P1r) - We live in an era where music is produced on computers with programs as ProTools / Logic / Cubase / Reason / Ableton Live / ... Some artists prefer analog synths above digital,...
By: Side-Line Music
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