SD cards are everywhere in today's tech world. They come in various types and sizes, such as SD, SDHC, SDXC, and SDUC, with micro versions of each. These tiny cards can store up to a terabyte of data. For mobile photographers and videographers, they are a lifesaver. They are small and easy to carry around. Just pop one in and out as needed. For Android users with a M...
Severe weather is a fact of life in Minnesota. Every year, the state experiences a range of weather events that can be dangerous if not properly prepared for. This year, from April 7 to 11, there is a special week dedicated to helping people understand and stay safe during these events. Each day focuses on a different aspect of severe weather preparedness. One cruci...
Imagine going back in time 60 years and seeing just how far digital image sensors have come. Digital image sensors are basically super small chips that sit at the heart of every digital camera you beat. They are the ones that shine It starts way back. Think about when humans first started snapping photos. The camera was all about capturing light. The key players in ...
Cell phones have transformed from a simple communication tool to something that almost everyone owns. Today, 98% of Americans have a cell phone, with 91% owning smartphones. People upgrade or replace their phones frequently, with 12% doing so annually and 55% every two to three years. This rapid evolution shows no signs of slowing down. Let's look back at where it a...
The 1990s was a unique era for tech and marketing. Companies were experimenting with new gadgets, trying to replace old ones before they had reliable alternatives. This period brought us some amazing devices and campaigns, but also some quirky ones. Millennials who grew up in the 80s and 90s have a special place in their hearts for these gadgets. They aren't bad pro...
Ever wondered how businesses keep up with all the new tech? One way they do it is by using something called the SOA framework. SOA stands for Service-Oriented Architecture, and it's like building a business with Lego blocks. Each block, or service, does one thing well and can be easily swapped out or changed. Imagine a big company like Amazon. They need a lot of dif...
Imagine a world where new technologies need a helping hand to thrive. This is the idea behind technological symbiosis. It's like when a new plant sprouts under the shelter of a bigger tree. For instance, smartphones wouldn't be what they are today without the advancements in computer chips and the internet. There's even a special model to track this growth. It tells ...
Imagine technology as a big dance floor. Some technologies are the cool kids in the middle, while others are the wallflowers waiting for their moment to shine. This is what some experts are now calling "technological parasitism. " At its core, it's all about how one tech (the wallflower) evolves by interacting with another (the cool kid). Think of it like this: take...
Tri-fold phones are shaking up the tech world. They promise the best of both worlds – a phone and a tablet in one. But are they really the final step in foldable evolution? Let's dive in. Foldable phones have been around for a while. We've seen clamshells that fit nicely in your pocket and book-like styles that unfold into a small tablet. But do they really replace ...