As Easy As Aleph, Bet, Gimmel
A few weeks ago my two-year-old daughter was showing my 85-year-old grandmother how to work an iPod touch. I’m not sure if my bubbie was more amazed with the device or with the fact that her great-granddaughter understood it better than her.
IBM Unveils Tool To Fight Computer Bias
It’s not just humans who are biased. Apparently, computer algorithms are too. That's why IBM recently unveiled AI Fairness 360 (AIF360) – an artificial...
Using Tech To Fight Superbugs
At least 700,000 people are estimated to die each year due to drug-resistant bacterial infections.
Running And Rowing – At Home
There are so many incredible fitness machines on the market. It’s difficult to pinpoint what will motivate you without knowing you personally.
Smart Home Tech
For those who find the idea of showering with Alexa creepy, Kohler also has a Bluetooth-enabled Moxie showerhead that only comes with speakers.
Baby Tech For New Moms And Dads
Every parent dreads the moment when his/her baby’s pacifier falls to the ground. The baby begins to cry. Chaos often ensues.
Can Technology Cure Alzheimer’s?
In a pre-clinical trial, researchers discovered that electromagnetic impulses to stimulate memory and cognitive function prevented memory impairment in young mice and reversed memory impairment in aged mice.
Twitter For Conservatives
Parler has two rules: nothing criminal can be posted on the platform and no spam or bots are allowed. Aside from that, users can enjoy the platform in any manner they see fit.
Ready For A Sound Bubble?
It almost feels like a concept straight out of a sci-fi movie. According to Noveto, SoundBeamer 1.0 gives you a private listening experience by creating a personal sound bubble around you.
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.
When Tech Becomes Too Much
They’re fuzzy. They’re fun. And they all have the same goal: to provide companionship and alleviate loneliness. Sounds adorable, right?
Is An Electric Vehicle Right For You?
Plug-in Hybrids can be a good choice for those who drive locally and also take road trips and don’t want to have to worry about searching for charging stations on the road.
The HoloLens 2
HoloLens 2 is geared for enterprising customers. As such, Microsoft is allowing companies to customize their HoloLens to suit their industry and workers before purchase.
Yeshiva Student Launches Laundry App
The concept was born out of necessity. Nachshon Fertel, a triplet, noticed the sheer volume of laundry his mother did on a daily basis.
Masterdaf.com – Talmud On The Web
One of the newest websites to sprout up on the Internet is Masterdaf.com. A few weeks ago, www.masterdaf.com appeared on the Internet as an experimental website, and, as of recently, is fully functional. Masterdaf.com is not just another one of those pointless dot com websites that have nothing to offer or, even worse, try to sell you a worthless product.
Electronics Today
Microsoft: In an effort to prevent Microsoft from discontinuing selling new copies of the Windows XP Operating System, windows users have started circulating a petition threatening to jump ship and switch to Apple or Linux.
The Churban Of Lithuanian Jewry and Its Impact On The Yeshivah World
It's been over sixty years since a bright and most holy people were butchered, tortured and almost annihilated. We still feel the impact of what was taken from us, but unfortunately, some do not realize the magnitude of the terrible churban that transpired.
Top 12 Must-Have Free Jewish Apps (Part I)
Some of the apps on this list have already gained prominence in the mainstream Jewish world. Others are still relatively new.
Will People Buy Apple’s New iPhone?
The Pro and the Pro Max are faster than the models they are replacing and have a longer battery life.
10 Jobs Of The Future
As technology becomes more sophisticated, the need to ensure tech products meet certain ethical standards becomes vital.
Smart Kitchen Gadgets
The Family Hub also performs a variety of traditional “smart assistant” tasks, such as coordinating schedules, playing songs, and playing your favorite shows.
New Mind-Reading Technology
Brain activation patterns for simple thoughts or emotions – while interesting and newsworthy – hardly provide insight into the more complex and abstract thoughts that humans regularly have.
Apps To Supplement Your Child’s Education
Important note: Please check the apps before downloading them to ensure they fit your family hashkafa-wise.
What I Wish My Parents Knew
I spoke to six high school students to hear what they wished their parents and teachers knew about their Internet usage.
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.
Seeing Israel Anywhere, Every Day
I haven’t been to Israel in six years. That might not sound like a lot of time to some people, but might sound like an eternity to others
Convicted For Sending A Smiley Emoji
Context needs to be taken into consideration as well. Some emojis have specific meanings in certain industries and no meaning in others.
Which Tech Position Is Right For Me?
Many religious women are starting to go into software development – and for good reason.
Instagram Unveils Anti-Bullying Tool
When posting a selfie, a shimmer of hearts floats across the screen and the user is encouraged to tag a friend to spread kindness.
Wireless Charging Done Right
I wanted to find out if wireless power can really be done, and if yes, I wanted to find the best way to do it and bring this revolution from Israel.