Category: Technology and Design

Technology and Design

Unlocking Potential: Exploring the ACE Mentor Program

Introduction In the realm of education and mentorship, initiatives like the ACE Mentor Program shine as beacons of hope, guiding aspiring students towards fulfilling careers in architecture, construction, and engineering. Founded on the principles of mentorship, education, and opportunity, the ACE Mentor Program has left an indelible mark on the lives of countless young individuals across the globe. In this article, we delve into the … Continue reading Unlocking Potential: Exploring the ACE Mentor Program

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Technology and Design

#Hacked

It would be a lie to say that I’m not addicted to my phone, like a lot of people, especially teens. More than 210 million people worldwide suffer from social media and internet addiction, according to Science Direct. And some teens spend more than 7 hrs a day on social media. This sounds concerning, doesn’t it? Previous employees of these social media companies agree. In … Continue reading #Hacked

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Technology and Design

Meta’s Connect Event

On October 11, 2022, Meta had an event that they have been hosting every year since 2020 called “Meta-Connect,” which is an event that is supposed to focus on all the aspects of the VR and AR programs that Meta has been working on throughout the year. This year Meta introduced a groundbreaking component to Meta’s Metaverse, one that will shape VR as a whole: … Continue reading Meta’s Connect Event

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Technology and Design

Tesla AI Day

To many, Tesla is known for its production of electric vehicles, having developed cars on par with its competitors, including Ford and Volkswagen, and becoming the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in the world. However, following Tesla AI Day on September 30, 2022, the company portrayed itself as a catalyst for modern technology, particularly artificial intelligence. Throughout the presentation, Tesla showcased their progression in the development … Continue reading Tesla AI Day

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Current Events, Technology and Design

The U.S Military and The Metaverse: An Unexpected Pair

The metaverse. We’ve heard of it, seen it talked about on TV. Heck, maybe we’ve even experienced it, but the fact is that it’s a very loose term. What is the metaverse, and what’s the military doing with it? For starters, the metaverse is “characterized by persistent virtual worlds that continue to exist even when you’re not playing,” according to a Wired article titled “What … Continue reading The U.S Military and The Metaverse: An Unexpected Pair

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Technology and Design

iPhone 13 Signals A New Era For Consumer Technology

Last week Tuesday in a short company event spanning just over an hour, Cupertino, Calif. tech giant Apple Inc. announced the release of several new products. Due to coronavirus concerns, the company elected to deliver the entire event experience online — sans live audience — from its own native website Apple.com. In a characteristically clean presentation dominated by the headlines of a new iPhone — … Continue reading iPhone 13 Signals A New Era For Consumer Technology

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Technology and Design

The 59 Second Minute

December 31st, 2016. The clock was at 23:59:58. Tick. The clock struck 23:59:59. Tick. Now, in a normal year, the time would change to 00:00:00, January 1st. But 2016 was no normal year: Lin Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton had become a nationwide sensation, Harambe had been transformed into a meme, Pokemon Go had taken over everyone’s social life, and the Earth was spinning too slowly. Yes, … Continue reading The 59 Second Minute

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Technology and Design

New AI “Deep Nostalgia” Brings Incredibly Old Photos to Life

Last Sunday, an AI-powered service named “Deep Nostalgia” became popular throughout Twitter. The videos users have made are quite creepy, as the movements of the pictures legitimately look like real life. The Deep Nostalgia service is offered by an online company, MyHeritage, and it uses AI to create an effect that an antique photo is still moving. This is similar to iOS live photos feature, … Continue reading New AI “Deep Nostalgia” Brings Incredibly Old Photos to Life

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Mars Week, Technology and Design

Meet Ingenuity: The First Martian Helicopter

The rover Perseverance was outfitted with a groundbreaking helicopter called Ingenuity.  Until now, Earth has been the only planet with technology capable of sustained flight in our solar system. This might not seem like a big deal, but Mars’ atmosphere is roughly 1% of our atmosphere. For perspective, the tip of Mount Everest has a third of the atmospheric pressure there is at sea level. … Continue reading Meet Ingenuity: The First Martian Helicopter

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Technology and Design

PSA: Don’t Put Your Router in a Cage

You’ve all read the stories: “Single Mother Brought Down By Electromagnetic Radiation,” “Grandmother Falls and Can’t Get Up Thanks To Electromagnetic Radiation,” “Electromagnetic Radiation Strikes Again: Claims Four Babies,” and the list goes on. Oh wait it doesn’t, because that’s insane. Electromagnetic radiation is emitted by the lights, radios, and Wi-Fi routers in your home, but has never hurt anyone in this setting. The term … Continue reading PSA: Don’t Put Your Router in a Cage

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