Here’s a neat new app from NetworkGlobal Companies, a sort of mobile CNN. They produce online videos, but also allow independent news outlets all over the planet to upload news material. They will bring their NGB.tv news resource library to iPhone and iPad — likely, other mobile gadgets will jump on as time goes by. [...]
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Review: Clickfree storage features automatic backup
The most annoying thing about safe computing is trying to backup your data and files regularly and simply. It’s usually a task that requires a programmer’s logic, a guru’s insight, and the patience of Job (not Steve Jobs, the biblical guy). I have found a solution that totally turns me on – I took a [...]
Review: ViewGuard anti-glare privacy filter for computers
Whether you’re retired and journaling on your computer or still working and longing for privacy at your office desk, ViewGuard is a product that might make your computing environment more secure. I had a chance to try out ViewGuard Anti-Glare Privacy Filter. My test results surprised me. I work from home, so there aren’t lots [...]
WikiReader when smart phones are just too much
Lots of digital savvy grands like their smart phones, but some baby boomers have pared down t he amount of connectivity they have. For those who like the information superhighway but want to keep it under control, there’s a new gadget called WikiReader. The tiny, capable, fascinating digital reader, the WikiReader, might be worth a [...]
DIY do it yourself high definition videos CHEAP
Animoto.com is an online do-it-yourself video production program so easy your grandchildren could absolutely create their own videos. It’s effortless and affordable. We found it fun and quick enough that the shortest attention span can hold out during the production process. For free trial use go to the site and clicked on the get started [...]
Head into cloud computing with Google Docs
There’s a FREE online productivity suite that uses none of your system’s resources and requires no download. Google Docs is fun to explore and to play with. If you want to jump on the bandwagon and get some of the larger programs off your own harddrive, in other words, go for cloud computing, start with [...]
Google Chrome browser revisited – a safe and reliable choice
Google’s web browser, Chrome, is now in version 4.0.249.89. I like it, especially in view of IE’s recent problems. Gurus and pundits are advising people to use IE only when absolutely necessary since it’s security credibility roughly resembles Swiss cheese. It’s full of holes and that can cause you problems. There are seven or eight [...]
Your Digital Grandparent talks about every day technology for baby boomers
Here are some of the best posts from your Digital Grandparent. We make every day technology comfortable for baby boomers – or for anyone else. Professional bookmakers take on Apple and other tablet computers. Who will win the consumer wars? Save $1000 on home entertainment. Should cell phones be permitted on commercial airlines? You missed [...]
CES-electronics for baby boomers in 2010
Let’s take a quick look at CES, the Consumer Electronics Show, before it opens in Las Vegas and see what might be coming to consumers in 2010. Baby boomers are often early adopters, since we have some discretionary income and resources, and, of course, free time. But baby boomers, while we buy electronics and like [...]
Should passengers be allowed to use cell phones in flight?
People are taking sides on whether or not cell phone usage should be allowed on commercial airline flights. DigitalGrandparent has no opinion – we seldom fly. But your take on this is important so here’s a video from the Inflight Passenger Communications Coalition (IPCCC) to explain their point-of-view. IPCCC Director Carl Biersak is the speaker [...]