Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are two of the most exciting technologies that are rapidly changing the way we interact with digital content. While both AR and VR offer immersive experiences, they differ significantly in their functionality and applications. In this blog article, we'll explore the differences between AR and VR, their potential uses, and how they're transforming various industries. What is Augmented Reality? Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that superimposes digital content onto the real world, allowing users to interact with the content in real-time. AR enhances the user's perception of reality by adding digital elements,…
Gaming Technology: Exploring the Latest Trends and Innovations
Gaming technology has evolved significantly over the years, and we are now witnessing some of the most exciting and groundbreaking trends and innovations in gaming. From virtual reality to cloud gaming and AI, gaming technology is transforming the way we play and interact with games. In this article, we'll explore some of the latest trends and innovations in gaming technology. Virtual Reality (VR) Virtual reality is one of the most exciting and immersive trends in gaming technology. VR technology allows players to enter a virtual world, where they can interact with the game environment and other players. VR technology is…
Alexa Guard – What it is, and how to use it.
If you currently have Amazon Echo devices, or are considering your first foray into the smart home / voice enabled world, you should be aware of Alexa Guard. What Is It? Alexa Guard is one of the most useful features to be added to the Echo/Alexa platform recently. With it enabled, it adds the ability for your Alexa Echo devices to listen for smoke/Co2 alarms and glass breaks, as well as enable automated smart lighting controls to simulate your lighting patters to make it appear as though you're home, when away. While these features were attainable before Alexa Guard, they…
Monoprice Hook and Loop Cable Ties
Get them Here: Monoprice -or- Amazon Death to cables and wires! I HATE CABLES! nobody likes them. I can't say that I've ever heard anyone say "wow that spaghetti junction really adds a lot of charm to your work space", and i'm confident I never will. After years of trying to tame disgraced and neglected office wiring closets, I stumbled on the 7th wonder of the wiring world from Monoprice. Obviously the Monoprice cables ties i'm speaking of weren't the first "hook and loop" (Can't use the name that rhymes with "Smell Crow" without shelling out some benjamins) type organizers…
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge – What Does the Edge Offer?
For the purpose of this article i'm not going to spend a lot of time pouring over all of the performance details of the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. Samsung produces hardware with very solid performance specs. Instead I want to focus on that alluring design element that Samsung has introduced to the world of mobile phones; the edged screen of course. If you place the standard S6 and the Edge side by side and simply compare their visual aesthetics, I think most people would agree that the Edge, has the "edge", over the standard S6. There's something about the…
Microsoft Hololens: Future or Fad??
There have been a lot of Microsoft Hololens videos flying around the web since it was showcased during Microsoft's recent Build conference. I have to say, many of these videos are impressive. So impressive that you forget for a moment that to get this effect you have to don an awkward headset that looks like a beefed up pair of sunglasses that the elderly would find attractive. I also have to say, if the hololens could deliver such an immersive experience as the video demonstrations suggest, I would be happy strut around my house and office looking like Lieutenant Commander…