Archive for the 'Cool Stuff' Category
A new online library is being launched in Europe consisting of millions of books. The free multimedia site called Europeana has already received books from thousands of cultural organizations including the British Library in London.
Users of the site will be able to access over 2 million books as well as maps, paintings, films and much [...]
November 21st, 2008 | Posted in A Web Geek, Cool Stuff, Tech News, Techy Toys | 5 Comments
eHarmony is one of the largest online dating services on the internet. On Wednesday the sites spokesperson stated that it will now accommodate same sex singles.
The change came about as part of a settlement form a discrimination case brought against them. Erin McKinley, 46,of New Jersey filed a suit against the online giant [...]
November 21st, 2008 | Posted in A Web Geek, Cool Stuff, Tech News | 1 Comment
A recent study has shown that surfing the net is important for the development of teenagers. Activities such as surfing the net and online games could help rather than hurt them.
Many parents feel that online activity is a waste of time for their children and not a good use of time. However the report challenges [...]
November 21st, 2008 | Posted in A Web Geek, Cool Stuff, Tech News | 3 Comments
One of the largest theme parks in the country, Disneyland, will soon make it possible for visitors to maneuver their way around the park via their mobile phones.
The Walt Disney Co. has recently joined forces with Verizon Wireless for a multiyear deal. Verizon customers can find information about the park on their phones [...]
November 19th, 2008 | Posted in A Web Geek, Cool Stuff, Gadgets, Live Events And Shows, Tech News | No Comments
In the age of technology we live in today many young children own mobile phones. With the youth having access to texting, ringtones and endless downloading it opens them up to hidden charges and scams.
In England and Whales children are being given lessons on how to avoid such situations. Phonepay is pushing over 4,300 [...]
November 18th, 2008 | Posted in A Web Geek, Cool Stuff, Gadgets, Tech News | No Comments