Photos and text by Ted Kritsonis
The public’s increasing focus and awareness over health goes back at least the last five years, but the consumer tech industry was slow to adapt to changing attitudes. Until now, at least. The number of companies, gadgets and apps designed to help people in almost every facet of their physical and mental well-being is continually growing, and this year will likely cast a big spotlight on all of them as a whole.
Digital innovator and cyber activist Aaron Swartz, 1986 – 2013. In a speech he made last year, he spoke of the on-going battle to define what can, what will and what will not take place on the Internet.
by Lee Rickwood
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla 2013’s International CES is now history. We look back at some of the displays that defined this year’s biggest consumer tech show.
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla A number of new fitness gadgets at the $70-$150 price range were making waves at the recently concluded International CES in Las Vegas.
Time for a get-away? A Canadian company is using social and cloud technology to connect travelers and great vacation properties in a new online travel community.
by Lee Rickwood
By Ted Kritsonis
Whether it’s a big ticket subscription, like cable or satellite TV or Internet, or something lower-priced, like satellite radio, Netflix or a music streaming service, the dollars can add up, if you’re not careful. Early into 2013, when New Year’s resolutions are set, it might be a good time to assess if you’re getting what you pay for.
By Ted Kritsonis
Tablets are cool devices but that doesn’t mean they’re all worth the money spent on them. The good thing about 2012 was that a shift to smaller screen sizes and more competition meant lower prices, making it a little easier to choose something other than the iPad. Apple’s tablet still rules the roost, but their competitors have some that could be just what you’re looking for.
Some companies have ruled out using new website domains, or branded gTLDs, worried about possible consumer confusion about the new names, or the associated costs for the site owner/operator.
by Lee Rickwood