Google Now App Updated to Run like a Personal Assistant

Need a personal assistant? Why not download the updated Google Now app, which is full of smart new features. “The right information at the right time,” is the slogan for Google Now and it seems that was the vision for the new updates which are designed to run like your very own virtual assistant. Some … Read more

Google Chrome to Clean Up Long URL’s

Google Chrome has just announced that they may hide long URL’s from the address bar.  Who looks at the full URL’s anyway? Chrome is apparently releasing a new update which removes long URL’s and replaces it with just the website name and domain, not the entire URL. Safari recently adopted this practice on their mobile … Read more

Sony Breaks Records with 185 Terabyte Storage Tape

Sony has developed a new storage tape that is able to hold up to 185 terabytes of data.  Breaking records, Sony’s new tape technology can store the equivalent of 3,700 blu-ray discs. These storage tapes are often used by companies to keep data for long periods of time and with Sony’s latest invention, these tapes … Read more

Vine Offers Zero Commitment Video Browsing

In an effort to expand viewership, Vine is now allowing users to access videos without creating an account. Owned by Twitter, the six second video sharing site is now allowing users to have access to clips without signing up or becoming a member. Debuting just four months ago, Vine has a strong 40 million registered … Read more

Foursqaure Copies Yelp and Moves Check-Ins to Swarm

In order to compete with Yelp, Foursquare has created a new sister app called Swarm.  In an effort to compete with Yelp, the popular consumer based review site, Foursquare has announced plans to split their app into two different features. The original Foursquare app will focus on reviews for businesses which can be searched dependant … Read more

BMW Launches i3 All Electric Vehicle

BMW has become one of the latest luxury car makers to release an all electric vehicle. Available in Europe for some time, BMW is now bringing their i3 electric model to the US. The i3 electric car is a no emissions vehicle that runs solely on charged electricity. “Today marks a big day at BMW … Read more

Snapchat Offers Text and Video Chat Feature

Snapchat, a messaging service famous for combusting messages a few seconds after they are viewed are adding a new chat feature. Snapchat has decided to go against the grain of their business model by offering users the chance to engage in real-time conversation that is not automatically deleted after just a few seconds. Users of … Read more

Google Glass Components Valued at Only $80

A tech team have taken apart Google Glass piece by piece and found that the price of the pieces only reached $80- so what of the $1,500 price tag? Google Glass retails for $1,500 and is currently only available to a select few members of the public. While Google does have plans to release Glass … Read more