Tanach
Judaica Press, in conjunction with Davka software, offers a great alternative to your traditional Chumash or Navi by giving you The Judaica Press Tanach on CD-ROM.
Groundbreaking Medical Technology from Israel
STW uses crowdsourcing methods to collect real-world data from patients, thereby helping patients and medical researchers gain access to essential information about specific conditions.
Israel to Launch Google Street View
Famed Google Maps application Street View, which is a technology featured in Google Maps and Google Earth providing 360-degree panoramic views from positions along streets throughout the world, will be launched in Israel on Sunday.
Israel Welcomes 300 Int’l Asian Science Prodigies
Over 300 young science geniuses from across Asia and the Pacific participated in the sixth Asian Science Camp (ASC) in Jerusalem this past week. It was Israel’s first time hosting the science camp, which is typically held in Asia. Students arrived from 23 different countries-- including nations which don't have diplomatic relations with Israel.
Social Media’s Bot Problem
During the study, the researchers also found 18,739 inauthentic social media accounts. They reported them to their respective social media platforms. But three weeks later, 95 percent of them were still online.
Israel’s Newest ‘Eye in the Sky’ Watching Iran
Israel has launched another military satellite to keep an eye on Iran as Tehran ramps up its nuclear development program.
Behind The Shabbos Oven
At times, there may be some disagreement between Rabbonim when dealing with complex halachos. In those cases, OU Technology always goes with the strict opinion.
Looking To Buy A Robot?
The entire process takes just minutes, and its UV-C light and ultrasonic wave technology kills 99.9 percent of bacteria, germs, and mites.
Alzheimer’s: Can Tech Come To The Rescue?
Some researchers postulated that stimulating olfactory nerves should help stimulate a patient’s memory. (Stimulating the sense of smell is also known to help people regain consciousness after brain injuries.)
How Apple Made Me A Better Jew
Over the past few weeks, I've become an improved Jew. I learn more, say more brachos, bench more, and didn't have a problem remembering the day in the Omer. I haven't been to Israel recently, didn't have a near death experience that reawakened my spiritual side, nor did I feel empty in my life and decided I needed to search for more meaning. So what caused this recent growth spurt in my Judaism? I got an iPod touch.
Report: Apple Not Seeking to Purchase Waze
Rumors that Apple wants to acquire Israeli social navigation app developer Waze are false, according to a report by CNET.
Saving Lives In The Pool: Saving Lives First, Enhancing Lives Second
When all other equipment stops, that’s when Mylo begins its job, Bisharat asserts.
Goodbye Gas
It’s a costly endeavor and, for many, the ROI (return on investment) just doesn’t seem to be there yet.
Must-Have Travel Apps
Some of these apps only provide service to specific locations; hence, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with them before your trip to ensure they can be of use to you at your destination.
Artificial Intelligence May Help Cancer Patients
Researchers are hoping this AI tool can significantly improve cancer patients' quality of life.
The Kosher-For-Shabbos Lightbulb
Shabbulbs are about 40 watts – sufficient for reading, but if you wish to light up a larger room, you probably need several bulbs to. Shabbulb is also multi-voltage (110V-240V).
Walking Through The Mishkan
Within a few short weeks, the weekly parshah will address the topics of the Mishkan (tabernacle) and the kohen’s begadim (priestly vestments). What better way to prepare for this reading than actually seeing, up close and personal, the objects mentioned in the text.
Penticon Technologies
Every day more and more people are purchasing handheld organizers running the Palm Operating System (Palm OS), including a significant number of Jewish consumers.
Etsy Change May Deal Blow To Mom-and-Pop Shops
Internal company research suggests that customers are 20 percent more likely to complete a transaction when shipping is free.
Texting Tips While Dating
Do Not Ghost. It is rude and hurtful. Give the person you’re dating the respect and dignity to let them know you don’t think it’s a match.
Delaying Technology For Kids
The organizers are fully aware that technology is here to stay, and children will need to eventually learn how to use it in a healthy manner.
Israeli Medical Smartphone Spreading Freedom, Happiness, Around the World
Israeli scientific breakthroughs are restoring freedom and ease to the lives of millions of patients throughout the world. The latest: a smartphone to measure your vital signs and help manage chronic diseases, a discovery which may restore speech to the paralyzed and disabled, and a possible cure for severe depression for those with no options left.
IBM Haifa Developing Real-Time Shopping App
IBM in Haifa is developing a a new augmented-reality mobile shopping app to enable retailers to personalize customers’ shopping experiences from their smart phones and tablets.
Mishnah Berurah
Finally, it is here -- the famous Mishnah Berurah with English translation on CD-ROM. For those of you who are not familiar with the Mishnah Berurah, it is one of the most popular and famous Halachic works written within the last 200 years.
Coming Our Way: Messenger, Instagram, And WhatsApp Integration
First off, merging user information from WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger will make Facebook even better at targeting ads – and a significant portion of Facebook’s revenue comes from ads.
Apps To Stay Calm
Here are 10 mental health apps to help manage stress during Chanukah and all year around.
Should Candidates Be On Social Media?
Social media has given people – including congressional and presidential candidates – an unfiltered platform, and no one has perhaps utilized it quite as effectively as President Trump.
Israel Study: Maternal Stress a Plus for Fetus
Children of mothers who experienced stress during pregnancy may have increased abilities to cope with mental and physical distress in maturity, according to a study out of the Faculty of Medicine at the Technion and Ha’Emek Hospital in Afula reported by Globes.
DavkaWriter Dimensions
For those who own Davka Writer Platinum and are utilizing the text library feature in it, I am sure you are probably very satisfied with your purchase.
Out of the Box: My Laptop is Overheating
The laptop fan is running strong, so why isn't the computer cooling down?