The newest Samsung Galaxy S5 has nearly arrived. Here are its pros and cons. Pros Faster Processor Fingerprint and heart rate detector 16 mega pixel camera with a focus speed of only 0.3 seconds plus it can record and take pictures in 4k resolution 5.1 inch screen programmed to adjust brightness to every situation Dust…
The Argus II bionic eye and the Alpha IMS are two of the ways that blind people can now see. The Argus II is like a cochlear implant that looks like the Google Glass, only signals are sent to electrodes that are implanted in the retina of the owner. The Argus II currently has 60…
Following the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), we can already see what technology is coming in 2014. 4k Resolution Televisions For those that do not know what 4k is: it is a higher quality television set. It has more pixels than ever before. This is expected to be seen in 2014 based on the estimation…
Co-founder of PayPal, CEO & Chief Product Architect of Tesla Motors, and CEO & CTO of Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX), Elon Musk is one of the most innovative figures in the world. He is also the inspiration for Tony Stark, Ironman. The 42-year-old entrepreneur and industrialist focuses on making the world a better place but…
In our world today, modern technology is evolving faster than ever and the objects we make are becoming more and more innovative. One such field of science that is rapidly expanding is Bionics. Bionics is the study of mechanical systems that act like living organisms. These studies are currently being used to create human body…
Deep underwater technology is awe-inspiring and is used all over the world to surprise tourists. Here are four of the world’s most stunning underwater resorts: 1. Dubai’s Water discus complex: Consisting of 2 discs (one above water and one below), the discs allow tourists to enjoy both the underwater scene and Dubai’s perfect weather. http://www.deep-ocean-technology.com/home/projects/underwater_hotel.html…
Most people know about the new Amazon Drones. The ones that whiz through the air and transport your cargo to your house in 30 minutes? Yes, those. Amazon wants to use them by 2015 in a project called Amazon PrimeAir. Many other companies are also using drones to deliver things like medicine and textbooks. However,…
Albert Einstein once said, “I fear the day that technology will surpass our human interaction. The world will have a generation of idiots.” Myself and many others agree that that day is now upon us. Over the last 50 years or so, technology has evolved in such a drastic way that it has completely changed the way…
If you like science, teamwork, web designing, or even just an experience to change your life, you should join FIRST. FIRST stands for For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology. In their words, their “mission is to show students of every age that science, technology, and problem-solving are not only fun and rewarding, but…
There is the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad. Now, there’s the iKnife. No, it doesn’t have apps and games and music on it, but it does so much more than that. It identifies cancer cells. When removing cancer, surgeons try to cut as precisely as possible: not too much should be out, but there…
For those who have pre-ordered a PS4 or Xbox One, good for you! If you’re the impatient type of gamer who wants to get on the ball for everything, then I can’t really stop you. If you are the type of person who likes to get new things, but doesn’t really play a game enough…
With so much new technology out there, why is this phone concept getting written about? Well, part of the attraction is that this device is not trying to compete with other cellular devices like iPhones or Androids. Instead, it focuses on giving you an advantage in a dire situation. For example you could use it…
I have read Enders Game and I highly enjoyed it, but to me and other movie-goers, the movie was a bit of a let down. This movie missed several important scenes that were required to make the movie a great one. Another thing was that the book took the time to develop characters while the…
Biking: one of the healthiest activities in our current society. However, according to the Comprehensive Cycling Strategy, who did a survey on Calgarians in 2010, only 6 per cent of Calgarians say they ride a bike to school or work. 19 per cent say they ride their bike daily or at least once a week.…
I don’t watch Grey’s Anatomy, Glee, The Office, How I Met Your Mother, Pretty Little Liars, or The Walking Dead, or tons of those other popular shows. I do watch Modern Family, Once Upon a Time, Amazing Race, and some cooking shoes. In my opinion, it’s kind of sad to reflect upon the fact that…