Northrop Grumman named the Cygnus spacecraft after Katherine Johnson, the late Black mathematician who supported early NASA missions and was a central figure in the book and movie Hidden Figures. Johnson died last year at the age of 101. According…
The Super Bowl Will Look Like Madden IRL
Watching the Super Bowl this weekend will make you feel like you should have a controller in your hand. The broadcast will use 120 different cameras and often resemble a video game when shot with a shallow depth of field.…
Look for new and upcoming home health technology
CNET shares home health tech you need to watch for in 2021. From health selfies, pill monitoring, electronic allergy relief, home diagnostic kits, and transparent sensors to continuous monitoring sensors, this technology suggests the future of telehealth and digital medicine.
Virtual reality toy becoming training tool
CMSWire reports that virtual reality is now more than just a toy. It’s slowly being accepted as a remote training tool in the workplace. “The role of virtual reality and augmented reality in the enterprise was always going to depend…
Schedule a video conference with your doctor
If you have a good internet connection and a smartphone or computer, then you can schedule a telehealth appointment and talk to your medical provider via Zoom or Skype. “At Fox Chase, our providers are contacting patients before their appointments…
LUCI makes wheelchairs safer
A mom and dad wanted a better wheelchair with safety features for their daughter. It didn’t exist. So the dad and uncle built LUCI , smart technology that you can add on to your existing power wheelchair that provides stability,…
New innovations featured online at Consumer Electronics Show
Learn about the products, services and concepts that are driving the future of consumer technology at CES 2021. Normally held in Las Vegas, this year’s show is being held virtually. Go to www.ces.tech/Discover/Innovations.aspx to see some of the innovations coming…
Reboot Representation Wants To Double The Number Of Women Of Color In Tech
Over the past decade, the number of minority women who received computing degrees has fallen nearly 40%. Reboot Representation is working to close that gap by offering minority women in tech professional development, mentorship and scholarships. Dwana Franklin-Davis, CEO of…
How to fix video chat picture or sound problems
PC Mag shares some helpful tips on how to fix video chat picture and sound problems with Zoom and other chat apps. Start off with the following tips. Go to PC Mag if you need more detailed help. Ensure audio…
McGraw-Hill lists last year’s popular ed tech reads
McGraw Hill reflects on their top 10 most popular stories in a year like no other. The list includes articles covering how to set up your home for a virtual classroom, how to engage children with remote learning, and how…