Cover Your Face: Facial Recognition, Legal Protection, Disease Prevention Mash-up
by Lee Rickwood
From many perspectives, it’s a good year for covering your face. But that still may not be enough.
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Start-ups Use Virtual Events to Pitch Tech Solutions for Older Canadians
by Lee Rickwood
AGE-WELL aims not only to get products to market that are practical and useful, but also to ensure that privacy, ethical and regulatory issues are not ignored along the way.
Work from Home: Employees Out of Sight But Not Out of Mind
Work from home is the new normal for many employees, but having so many employees out of reach and out of sight is not sitting well with some employers. Those who can are working from home these days to help…
Distance Learning: Software, Computers, and What Parents Need To Know
By Christine Persaud
What do parents need to know about distance learning and how can they approach it without getting overwhelmed? Distance learning has been “optional” but it’s worthwhile not only to ensure kids continue their learning but also to develop both theirs and your understanding of tech. Here are a few tips.
When You’re Ready to Plan Your Next Trip, Check Out Google Travel
By Christine Persaud
Many airlines are offering refunds for flights that were already booked as well as the ability to book now at discounted rates with the promise that you can cancel without penalty if needed. So while you’re holed up at home, unable to leave for anything but necessities, it’s the perfect time to plan your next vacation, even if it won’t be for another year or two.
Virtual Museums, Online Galleries Provide Stay-at-Home Art Experiences
by Lee Rickwood
Interactive 3-D virtual tours and VR experiences let you visit your favourite art gallery or museum from the comfort — and safety — of your own home.
Apps to Keep Kids Busy At Home During Social Distancing
By Christine Persaud
Parents of young children are in a unique position during our time of social distancing. While you want your children to have a good balance of schoolwork, outdoor exercise, chores, and downtime each day, some of you might also be trying to work from home, too. This is often where technology comes in as a sort of electronic babysitter.
Social Distancing Distances Tracked by Wearable Tech, Mobile Gadgets
by Lee Rickwood
Any device that can eliminate awkward conversations or anxious discrepancies about just what two metres really means is more than welcome.