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Technology Withdrawal = Adults Act Like Babies

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How attached are you to your gadgets? Which gadget/s do you always – and I mean always – have with you?

While it used to be that certain gadgets were limited to those who absolutely needed them (read: beepers for doctors, if you even still remember those devices), today, we know that gadgets are as ubiquitous as clothing. That in itself is not necessarily a negative thing, but if we analyze the degree of attachment to gadgets, we may find out some surprising – or not-so-suprising – things.

Intel recently conducted a study of 2,500 American adults, with the goal of determining the effects of being detached from their gadgets for a period of time. [Read more…] about Technology Withdrawal = Adults Act Like Babies

The 50 Gigapixel Camera for When You Can’t Get Enough Detail

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Gigapixel Camera

What are the specs of your digital camera? The chances are you have at least a 12 megapixel one. It seems that when it comes to cameras, the higher the megapixels, the better.

While there is some truth to that, do you remember the days when 5 megapixels was more than enough to make people happy? Heck, even my 12 megapixel camera is set to 8 megapixels as default. It’s just that for everyday use, I don’t really find the need for all the detail in my photos. I guess it’s a totally different story of you’re a photographer (aspiring or pro).

Then you might actually want to get your hands on this 50 gigapixel camera. Or not. [Read more…] about The 50 Gigapixel Camera for When You Can’t Get Enough Detail

Digital Stress and Your Brain

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Digital Stress
Digital Stress

Digital stress? Does such a thing really exist?

For some people, it may be an alien concept. Think about these lines.

  • I thrive on stress.
  • I am totally attached to my computer/iPad/iPhone that I will be more stressed if I do not have them with every waking hour.
  • It is imperative – both professionally and personally – that I stay connected all the time.
  • I enjoy being online all the time. There is no way it can stress me out.
  • I have mastered the “art” of multitasking.

You are probably no stranger to those statements. You may have uttered them yourself. However, it might be time for you to consider that this digital life we’re living can be a source of stress and that it can have negative consequences. [Read more…] about Digital Stress and Your Brain

BioLite CampStove for the Techie Camper

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BioLite CampStove

Who likes to go camping? It sure is not an activity for everyone, but hey, even the Big Bang Theory gang went on a camping trip of their own. Sure, they were there to observe an astronomical event, and they had tons of high tech equipment with them – not to mention food, but the point is that camping is still one of the most fun experiences that you can have.

Of course, you have to be properly equipped so that you do not end up being miserable. That’s what the BioLite CampStove is for. I think. [Read more…] about BioLite CampStove for the Techie Camper

My Dream Date: The Doctor Who Experience

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Doctor Who
The Doctor Who Experience

Lucky residents of Cardiff! Come the 14th of this month, they can book tickets to The Doctor Who Experience, a one-of-a-kind interactive journey that will make any Whovian happy for a long time. Of course, anyone can buy tickets as long as he can make his way to Cardiff Bay. ((Pity for those of us who are half a world away.)) [Read more…] about My Dream Date: The Doctor Who Experience