When you buy a new computer, a cell phone or a tablet, you quickly find out that there is a learning curve.
As CEO of Melbourne-based IT company Artemis, Travis Proctor has the bead on cyber-thieves bent on stealing valuable information.
Consumers will be able to buy hearing aids directly off store shelves and at dramatically lower prices as a 2017 federal law finally takes effect.
Now, more than ever, it’s possible to feel like part of your family and friends’ lives, even when apart.
Light is a key to good photography. The LED or fluorescent ring lights are great for portrait photographs, selfies and videoconferencing.
A local widow’s grief was complicated by not knowing how to pay bills online as her husband always had. The woman’s children tried to help her, but that didn’t work out. Ultimately, she heard about Reference Librarian Beth Doud at the Mims/ Scottsmoor Public Library, who offers individualize…
It is relatively easy to check blood pressure regularly. Battery operated, digital blood pressure devices are available at pharmacies and discount stores.
In 2010, Dan Wagner signed up for an electric car, and although it took two years for him to receive his 2012 Nissan Leap, it was worth the wait.
If you believe you have been hacked on Facebook, that might not actually be the case, according to Tom Kelly, the owner of Tech and Video Works (techandvideoworks.com).
Sitting at a desk all day may be in your job description, but working doesn’t have to take its toll on your health so it may be time to take a stand. Enter the electric standing desk, an easy and productive way to transition from sitting to standing.
Smart bulbs which do not require additional wiring are now the answer to several different home lighting and security needs.
Last year, nearly two-thirds of Americans age 65 and older owned a smartphone, and 8 to 10 percent are obsessed, checking social media and texts constantly and keeping their phone by their heads while they sleep.
Have you ever gone on vacation and forgot to turn off or set your home’s thermostat?
“My daughter talked me into it,” said Viera resident Bill Oakley about buying a dashboard camera for his vehicle.
With the average cost of a real Christmas tree expected to be about $80 this year, and considering advances in Smart Tree technology, it might be time to start thinking about high-tech trees.
Mike Persichetti, the sales manager at Cocoa’s Paradise Ford, would like to leave the car business one day and focus on his favorite activity, painting in oils and acrylics.
Light is a key to good photography. The LED or fluorescent ring lights are great for portrait photographs, selfies and videoconferencing.
A local widow’s grief was complicated by not knowing how to pay bills online as her husband always had. The woman’s children tried to help her, but that didn’t work out. Ultimately, she heard …
It is relatively easy to check blood pressure regularly. Battery operated, digital blood pressure devices are available at pharmacies and discount stores.
In 2010, Dan Wagner signed up for an electric car, and although it took two years for him to receive his 2012 Nissan Leap, it was worth the wait.
If you believe you have been hacked on Facebook, that might not actually be the case, according to Tom Kelly, the owner of Tech and Video Works (techandvideoworks.com).
Sitting at a desk all day may be in your job description, but working doesn’t have to take its toll on your health so it may be time to take a stand. Enter the electric standing desk, an easy …
Smart bulbs which do not require additional wiring are now the answer to several different home lighting and security needs.
Last year, nearly two-thirds of Americans age 65 and older owned a smartphone, and 8 to 10 percent are obsessed, checking social media and texts constantly and keeping their phone by their hea…
Have you ever gone on vacation and forgot to turn off or set your home’s thermostat?
“My daughter talked me into it,” said Viera resident Bill Oakley about buying a dashboard camera for his vehicle.
With the average cost of a real Christmas tree expected to be about $80 this year, and considering advances in Smart Tree technology, it might be time to start thinking about high-tech trees.
Mike Persichetti, the sales manager at Cocoa’s Paradise Ford, would like to leave the car business one day and focus on his favorite activity, painting in oils and acrylics.
Advances in technology are making a major difference in the lives of millions of American adults suffering from hearing loss.
Imagine an oven that perfectly cooks a roast for you with the push of a button or a refrigerator that automatically orders groceries. Welcome to the world of smart kitchen technology where a n…
You get up in the middle of the night and turn on the light, which leaves you momentarily blinded by its brightness.
The American Humane Association estimates that more than 10 million dogs and cats are lost and stolen in the United States each year. Equipping pets with ID tags or microchips is one way to en…
What’s a Bluetooth?
Electric vehicles, which flourished in the early 1900s, are charging toward a comeback in the 21st century.
In the aftermath of a hurricane or event that knocks out power, people will be scrambling to get their lights on and their appliances working again.
Television remains a popular form of home entertainment, but increasing costs for cable service have led consumers to evaluate their viewing habits and explore alternatives for receiving live …
In today’s society of technology and digital media, cellphones are a common staple in people’s lives and a door to the world.
Business travel to conventions and face-to-face meetings were standard operating procedure until the Covid-19 pandemic.
A lot of things happen at your front door: Friends, relatives and neighbors can stop by for a visit; a package may be left while you’re out, or thieves can try to break into your home.
Can a robot pet bring comfort and joy to an older adult?
The memory foam mattress you now use was a spinoff product from NASA research.
With the recent 90-degree-plus temperatures, many air conditioners work overtime to keep homes cool and less humid. There are simple ways a homeowner can keep a unit running smoothly.
Phones, laptops and tablets are all items that we touch many times throughout the day. Just as it is important to wash our hands regularly, it also is important to sanitize these devices regul…
In the age of digital photos, with every photo on a phone or a computer, we can miss the feeling of having tangible printed photos to display.
Sleep is precious.
The classic pastime of curling up with a good book is getting even easier with ebooks.
Whether you’re sad, happy, excited or scared — Pepper knows — and can respond appropriately.
With the huge range of high-tech devices available today, many seniors are looking to try out smart devices for their homes.
Ever worry about your cell phone dying? Can’t find an outlet to charge your cell phone?
