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 [...]
YouTube offers cloud video editing FREE
Interesting things are happening at YouTube, now owned by Google. The cloud, cloud computing, is trying to be a big deal though it’s seems to start and stop. But this could be a shot in the cloud. Google says YouTube’s new editing tool allows users to manipulate video online, FREE. Apparently there’s no complicated software [...]
10 Basic HTML 5 facts for regular people
If you follow tech news, you’ve heard a bucketful about the virtual war between Apple and Adobe (makers of FLASH) over web design. Apple supports adopting HTML5 and Adobe still says FLASH is the thang. What’s it all about? Money and sales, of course, but here are some facts about how HTML5 may relate to [...]
U.S. money goes high tech to foil counterfeiters
In 2011 you might be lucky enough to carry one of the most sophisticated currencies in circulation. The U.S. will, according to CBS News, change the one hundred dollar bill to do some virtual legerdemain. The casual observer may think her eyes are playing tricks on her as a liberty bell disappears from the face [...]
Digital trivia – Nintendo is nearly 125 years old
Tooling around the web I found some fascinating tidbits about Nintendo. My quest began when I browsed the editorial calendar from one of the publications I write for. It said Nintendo, the company, was founded in 1889. It’s been around almost a century and a quarter. Digital trivia I needed to know more about, and [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]