New Wearable Baby Monitor Is Like a Fitbit for Infants

A new wearable for babies is trying to give parents some peace of mind, and maybe a few extra hours of sleep. Sproutling launched its pre-order campaign on Thursday, billing itself as the "world's smartest baby monitor." Designed by a team of former Apple and Google engineers, pediatric specialists and new parents, the product works as a kind of Fitbit for infants, measuring vital signs and providing insights on sleep patterns and mood. Sproutling says its product customizes itself to each baby's habits, learning...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Friday, 8 August 2014

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I Used the Internet to Quit Smoking

I started smoking for the same reasons most people begin the nasty habit: I was young and stupid. Like many teenagers, I could care less about the negative aspects of smoking. Money wasn't yet a burden on my everyday existence, the long term effects meant little to nothing and I had myself convinced that quick spritz of spray deodorant and some gum masked the smell well enough. The truth was that smoking, once a fun and social activity then began to control my life. Don't get me wrong, I still enjoyed smoking. In fact, I loved...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Thursday, 3 April 2014

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Build Your Own 'Flappy Bird' IRL With This DIY Kit

Flappy Bird: it's not just for phones anymore. The mobile app phenomenon that ended abruptly in February has returned — but this time, in the form of a physical, do-it-yourself game kit. Make Flappy Box is based on a prototype made by Arduino, an open-source, physical computing platform that aims to be affordable and accessible for anyone, regardless of their technical background. Other similar projects include a cardboard-box version of Super Mario Bros. IMAGE: FAWN QIU "Technology...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Monday, 31 March 2014

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The Top 10 Android Apps of 2013

1. Duolingo Duolingo works to add interactivity and customized lesson planning to the language learning experience by rewarding users when they achieve goals, giving incentive to return for more lessons -- something your high school's Intermediate Spanish course never did. Duolingo gives users the opportunity to learn English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese. You don't have to worry about being charged for the service any time soon, either. Co-creator Luis von Ahn told USA Today, "We're fundamentalists...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Tuesday, 24 December 2013

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Mobile Internet Subscriptions to Triple by 2019

If it seems like everyone around you is constantly glued to their smartphones, you haven't seen anything yet. According to Ericsson's 2013 mobility report, the number of global mobile Internet subscriptions will triple by 2019. In 2013, the number of mobile subscriptions around the world clocks in at 2.2 billion. Six years from now, that number is set to reach 6.4 billion. Statista's chart shows the growth in subscriptions of smartphones, mobile PCs, tablets and mobile routers. ...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Saturday, 23 November 2013

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Now Google Glass Knows Where You Live

Google Glass continues to expand its head-mounted toolbox: The wearable computer now has stronger ties to both Google Calendar and Maps, letting you navigate to your home or workplace with just a few spoken commands. Google has also updated the FAQ for the device, saying it won't deactivate Glass if you sell it. The XE11 software update, announced on Google+ and automatically pushed to Glass Explorers, connects Glass to your Google Calendar better than before, allowing the wearer to use easy voice...

Posted By: Pawan Lubana on Friday, 8 November 2013

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