Makeuseof.com Has An Excellent Article On How To Use The Web To Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

I stumbled across this excellent article via Makeuseof.com recently, and thought you'd be interested in it too. It lists several websites that can help you keep your New Year's resolutions...here's the link:

10 Websites To Help You Stick To Your 2015 Resolutions

Note: In observance of the New Year's Holiday, the Senior Surfer will resume on Monday January 5, 2015. Happy New Year!

Tech Talk Tuesday: Siri Or Google Now?

This week's Tech Talk Tuesday:

Siri or Google Now?

Which do you prefer and why?

Google's Year In Search For 2014

Here's a fascinating YouTube video I stumbled upon that you'll want to see to, I'm sure...I love the way Google did this...have a look:

Enjoy Christmas Light Shows On YouTube

This is always a fun thing you can do online this time of year: Enjoy Christmas light shows on YouTube. Simply type in the words "Christmas light show" and you'll be amazed at what you'll find. Below is my pick for one of the best this year:

NOTE: In observance of the Christmas holiday, the Senior Surfer will resume on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014. Merry Christmas!

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Brick And Mortar Or Online Shopping

This week's Tech Talk Subject:

Brick And Mortar or Online Shopping?

How would you rather shop: Online, or in person at a "brick and mortar" store? Why?

CNN Reports On The "Deep Web"

I ran across this fascinating CNN video recently and thought you'd be interested in it too...have a look:

Is your information on the deep web?

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...one word:

 S_Y_E     O_L_N_

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Answer:

SKYPE ONLINE

Yahoo! Tech Has An Article On How To Give Digital Gifts

Interesting Yahoo! Tech article I ran across recently that might help those of you looking for last minute gifts...here's the link:

How to Give Digital Gifts from Apple, Amazon, Google, and More

CNN Reports On A New Skype Innovation

Fascinating CNN video I ran across recently that I thought you might be interested in too...what do you think about this technology? Do you think it's something you would use? Here's the link:

Amazing translation video conferencing technology

Tech Talk Tuesday: Touchscreen vs. Mouse

This week's Tech Talk Tuesday comes in the form of a question:

Would you rather use a touchscreen or a mouse? 

Give reasons for your answer in the comments section.

Yahoo! Tech's Gadget Gift Guide For Those On A Budget

Do you want to buy gadgets as gifts but are on a tight budget? This Yahoo! Tech gift guide might help...they list 9 gifts that can be had for $25 or less...have a look:

9 Great Gifts for Under $25

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 12/12/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...1 word:

M_LT_ _E_ _A

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Answer:

MULTIMEDIA

CNN Reports On Managing Your Digital Identity

Fascinating CNN video I ran across the other day...I think you'll be interested in it too...have a look:

Managing Your Digital Identity

What are your thoughts about digital identity?

Yahoo! Tech Has Some Great Gift Ideas For The Pet Lovers On Your List

Do you have people on your gift list that you haven't bought anything for yet? Are they pet lovers? Then read this article by Yahoo! Tech...it just might help you fill their stocking with something they'll like!

Gift Ideas: 10 Great Gadgets for Pet Lovers

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Laptops vs. Tablets

This week's Tech Talk Tuesday is:

Question: Which do you like better: Laptops or Tablets? Why?

List your reasons in the comments section.

Old Fashioned Meets New Fashioned

Remember Polaroid shots? You probably took tons of them back in the day, right? This CNN report might be interesting to you...have a look:

Polaroid's modern makeover

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 12/5/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...

P_ _LO_K     I_O_

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Answer:

PADLOCK ICON

Who Couldn't Use A Little Help Finding The Lowest Price?

I ran across this interesting CNN Money article recently and thought it would be particularly helpful this time of year...here's the link:

Use the PriceJump app to get the lowest prices on your holiday shopping

Online Shopping Tips From OnGuardOnline.gov

Since it is that time of year when many of you will be shopping online, I thought I'd post a link to a helpful article that I've posted before--it's got some excellent advice to read before you go shopping online:

Shopping Online

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Google Search Or Bing

This week's Tech Talk Tuesday is:

Google Search or Bing? 

Which is your favorite search engine and why?

CNN Reports On Virtual Vacations

Here's a fascinating CNN video I watched recently about vacations--not real ones, but virtual ones...have a look:

See the world, from your couch

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Since tomorrow is Thanksgiving, here's a link to Thanksgiving-related posts we ran in previous years...plenty of useful stuff! 

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Note: In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the Senior Surfer will resume on Monday, Dec. 1, 2014.

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Mac or PC?

For this week's Tech Talk Tuesdays, we ask the following question:

Mac or PC?

So which side are you on and why?

Yahoo! Tech's Gift Guides

If you've got people on your holiday shopping list that love tech gifts, then you'll want to take a look at Yahoo! Tech's gift guides...just might give you a few good ideas:

Gift Guides (Yahoo! Tech)

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 11/21/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

_EX_     _ES_A_E     _P_M

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Answer:

TEXT MESSAGE SPAM

OnGuardOnline.gov Has A Helpful Article Regarding Text Message Spam

I ran across this helpful OnGuardOnline.gov article regarding text message spam and thought you'd find it interesting...here's the link:

Text Message Spam

Yahoo! Tech Reports On A Fascinating New Site

I stumbled upon this interesting Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd want to read it too...I'm sure you'll find it fascinating...here's the link:

Miss the Notes Scrawled in the Margins of Books? Here's a Site for You, Paperback Reader

Tech Talk Tuesday: iPhone or Android?

This week's Tech Talk subject is:

iPhone or Android? Which do you like better and why?

CNN Money Reports On iPhone vs. Android

I recently ran across a fascinating CNN Money comparison between the iPhone smartphone and the Android smartphone and thought you'd be interested in it too...have a look:

iPhone vs. Android: Which is better?

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 11/14/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet related word puzzle...2 words:

E_ _C_ _O_IC     C_M_E_ _E

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Answer:

ELECTRONIC COMMERCE

Something New From Amazon

I stumbled upon this fascinating Yahoo! Tech article about something new that Amazon is introducing for your home...here's the link:

Amazon's Newest Gadget Is Like a Siri Voice Assistant for Your Home

Did You Play One Of These Classic Arcade Games? Play Them Again Online!

Here's a CNN video I ran across recently that you'll be interested in if you remember playing all those classic video arcade games of the 70's and 80's:

Hundreds of classic arcade games online


And here's the link to where you can play them:

Welcome to Internet Arcade

YouTube Has Veteran's Day Tributes

There are several good Veteran's Day Tributes on YouTube...this is one of my favorites:



NOTE: In observance of Veteran's Day, The Senior Surfer will resume on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014.

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 11/7/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this weeks Tech related word puzzle...two words:

S_O_P_N_     _P_S

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Answer:

SHOPPING APPS

OnGuardOnline.gov Has A Good Article On Shopping Apps

I stumbled upon this informative OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you'd find it helpful too...here's the link:

Apps to Help You Shop in Stores

The Purrfect Coworkers

Here's an amusing YouTube video I ran across recently that will surely make you smile...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: 4K TV

This week's Tech Talk Subject is 4K TV also known as Ultra-High-Definition Television. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

4K TV (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you heard of 4K? Would you ever consider buying a 4K television? Why or why not?

Yahoo! Tech Has Tips On How To Safeguard Your Home Network

Here's an interesting and helpful Yahoo! Tech article I ran across that will be of interest to you if you have a home network which many if not most of us do:

10 Ways to Protect Your Home Network from Hackers

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 10/31/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...one word:

E_ _T_C_N_

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Answer:

EMOTICONS

OnGuardOnline Directs You How To Obtain Free FTC Publications

I ran across this useful OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and I thought you'd be interested in it too...have a look:

FTC publications - free and at your fingertips

The Forecast Is Funny

Here's an amusing YouTube video I stumbled upon recently that'll surely bring a smile to your face...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Online Doctor

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Online Doctor. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Online Doctor (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you ever contacted a doctor over the Internet? What was your experience like? What are the pros and cons of online doctors in your opinion?

CNN Explains How Apple Pay Works

Here's an interesting CNN video I ran across recently that explains how Apple Pay works...have a look:

Apple Pay Explained

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 10/24/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet related word puzzle...2 words:

P_IS_ _N_     AT_ _ _P_

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Answer:

PHISHING ATTEMPT

OnGuardOnline.gov Has Some Good Advice For Smartphone Owners

I read this informative OnGuardOnline.gov article recently and thought you'd want to read it too, in particular if you're a smartphone owner...have a look:

Be smart about your phone

This Cat Ain't Stupid

I ran across this amusing Yahoo! Screen video recently and thought you'd be amused too...have a look:

Cat Becomes Expert Money Snatcher (Yahoo! Screen)

Tech Talk Tuesday: Apple Pay

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Apple Pay. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Apple Pay (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you plan on using Apple Pay? Why or why not? 

CNN Money Reports On Something New From Apple

I stumbled upon this CNN Money video recently and thought it was fascinating. I think you will too...have a look:

Apple Pay is launching on Monday

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...two words:

B_ _      D_ _A

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Answer:

BIG DATA

Has This Ever Annoyed You?

If you're like me, you've at one time or another been annoyed by the predictive text feature of popular smart phones. I stumbled upon this Yahoo! Tech video that offers advice on how to solve this problem for iPhone users...have a look:

How to Turn Off iPhone's Predictive Text Feature

CNN Reports On Potential Pitfalls Related To Connected Devices

Here's a fascinating CNN video I stumbled upon recently that I thought you might be interested in too:

The dangers of connected devices

Tech Talk Tuesday: Big Data

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Big Data. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Big Data (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What's your opinion on Big Data? What are the pros and cons of trying to make sense of Big Data?

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 10/10/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...2 words:

_EL_ _E_ _     _R_NE_

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NOTE: In observance of the Columbus Day holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014.






































Answer:

DELIVERY DRONES

Why Is It So Hard To Get Along With Each Other?

I recently stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video that makes me wonder why it's sometimes so hard for us humans to get along with one another...these animals seem to have no problem at all:

Is This The Future Of Delivery?

I stumbled upon this amusing CNN video recently about Amazon's plans to start using delivery drones. Thought you'd find it interesting too...have a look:

Amazon drones preparing for takeoff

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Virtual Keyboard

This week's Tech Talk Topic is Virtual Keyboard. Here's a link where you can research the subject further:

Virtual Keyboard (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you use a virtual keyboard? Why or why not? What do you like/dislike about this technology?

Yahoo! Tech Reports On What Might Be Next For Facebook

I read an interesting Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you might be want to know about it too...here's the link:

Facebook Exploring Development of Online Healthcare 'Support Communities"

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 9/3/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...two words:

_ _R_UA_     K_Y_O_R_

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Answer:

VIRTUAL KEYBOARD

CNN Explains "Big Data"

Did you ever wonder what the phrase "Big Data" means? Watch this CNN video for a good explanation:

What is big data?

CNN Money Explains Bitcoin

Have you heard about Bitcoin but are not exactly sure what it is? This CNN Money article should help:

What is Bitcoin?

Tech Talk Tuesday: HTTPS

This week's Tech Talk Subject is HTTPS. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

HTTPS (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: How concerned are you with security on the Web? Do you feel that using HTTPS will protect you? Why or why not?

CNN Money's Got Some Internet Security Tips

I stumbled upon this useful CNN Money video and article recently, about Internet security and I think you'd benefit from it too...have a look:

7 safety tips from hackers

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 9/26/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

O_LI_E     P_ _T_     _ _ITI_G

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Answer:

ONLINE PHOTO EDITING

Got A New iPhone? You Have To Read This Yahoo! Tech Article

I read this Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought it offered very helpful advice...if you just got a new iPhone or iPhone 6, you'll want to read it too:

How to Set Up Your Shiny New iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus

Sometimes You Just Don't Get Along

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video recently that proves we're not the only species that has arguments, lol...have a look and a laugh:

 

Tech Talk Tuesdays: PicMonkey

This week's Tech Talk subject is PicMonkey. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

PicMonkey (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Do you use PicMonkey? What do you like about online photo editors like PicMonkey? Anything you want to see improved with this site or other photo editing sits in general?

Do You Still Take Notes With A Pen?

Here's a fascinating CNN video I watched recently that will appeal to those of you who still like to take notes with a pen even in a digital age...have a look:

This smart pen records your handwriting

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...two words:

N_ _     N_ _T_A_IT_

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Answer:

NET NEUTRALITY

Don't Fall For A "Tech Support Scam"

I stumbled across this helpful article from OnGuardOnline.gov recently and thought you would find it helpful too, particularly if you'd like to avoid one of the latest Internet scams...have a look:

Tech Support Scams - OnGuard Online

You're Not The Only One Who Loves The iPad

I stumbled across this amusing YouTube video recently and thought you'd be amused too...have a look:

Tech Talk Tuesday: iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

This week's Tech Talk Subject is iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

iPhone 6 (via Wikipedia.org)  iPhone 6 Plus (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What do you think of Apple's latest smartphones? Which do you prefer and why? 

Which Size Do You Prefer?

I saw this amusing CNN video about the new iPhones that Apple will be offering shortly and thought you'd be interested in it too...have a look:

iPhone 6: Will It Fit?

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 9/12/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this weeks Internet Tech related word puzzle...3 words:

T_ _     S_E_    _ _TH_N_ _C_T_ _N

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Answer:

TWO STEP AUTHENITCATION

Remembering 9/11 With Online Resources

Here are some notable 9/11 related online resources:

• The 9-11 Commission Final Report - The official government report on the terrorist attacks of 9/11--all 585 pages--is available online for your perusal.


• Commemorating September 11 at Beliefnet.com - You'll find readings and prayers appropriate for September 11th, here at this spiritual hub on the Web.


• National September 11 Memorial & Museum at the World Trade Center - This is the online presence of the 9/11 museum.

Another suggestion: Go to YouTube and search for 9/11 tributes. Many of these are quite moving.

We will never forget.

Yahoo! Tech Has Some Helpful Internet Security Advice

I stumbled upon this important Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd benefit from reading it too...have a look:

Three Essential Steps to Make Yourself More Hack-Proof

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Online Wallet

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Online Wallet. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Online Wallet (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Are you in favor of this type of technology? Why or why not?

What Do You Think?

Saw this CNN video the other day about wearable computing, like smartwatches, for example, and thought you'd be interested in it too...so, what do you think about all this wearable technology?

Do you want to wear your phone?

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's two word tech related puzzle:

_ _RT_AL     W_L_E_

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Answer:

VIRTUAL WALLET

Make Sure Yours Isn't On This List

I stumbled across an important Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you should read it too:

A List of 500 Passwords You Shouldn't Be Using

Will You Be Purchasing One Of These?

Fascinating article/video I stumbled upon recently at CNN Money...it might interest you, too:

Apple may unveil iWatch on September 9 -- report - Aug. 27, 2014

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Two Factor Authentication

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Two Factor Authentication. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Two Factor Authentication ( via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What do you think of Two Factor Authentication? Any improvement you want to see regarding this technology or are you satisfied with it the way it is?

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 8/29/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...one word:

W_R_P_E_ _

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NOTE: In observance of Labor Day, The Senior Surfer will return on Tuesday, September 2, 2014.






































Answer:

WORDPRESS

Why The Long Face?

Here's an amusing video I stumbled upon recently on Yahoo! Screen:

Dog Has Sad Face After Bath

OnGuardOnline.gov Warns Of A New Scam

Here's an important article I stumbled upon recently that you really need to read...it's from OnGuardOnline.gov...here's the link:

Think it's E-Z?

Tech Talk Tuesday: WordPress

This week's Tech Talk Subject is WordPress. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

WordPress (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you used or do you currently use WordPress to host a blog? If yes, what do you like best about it? Anything you want to see improved?

Got An iPhone? You'll Want To Watch This

I saw this the other day on CNN.com and thought you'd be interested in it to, particularly if you own an iPhone...have a look:

Hackers show ways to protect your iPhone

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 8/22/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this 2 word Internet Tech related puzzle:

_IF     _NIM_T_ _N

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Answer:

GIF ANIMATION

Yahoo! Tech Has An Interesting YouTube Tip

I stumbled upon this cool Yahoo! Tech article recently and though you'd find it interesting...here's the link:

Add These 3 Letters to Any YouTube Clip to Transform Video to GIF

Sometimes You're Just Not Feeling It

Here's an amusing Yahoo! Screen video I stumbled upon recently that I'm sure will give you a chuckle or two:

Ragdoll kitten not interested in toy hedgehog

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Flipboard

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Flipboard. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Flipboard (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: What do you think of Flipboard? Anything you want to see improved with this technology? 

CNN Money's Cybersecurity Flipboard Magazine Is A Must Read

I ran across this CNN Money Flipboard magazine on cybersecurity the other day and though you'd be interested in it too...here's the link:

Cybersecurity: How safe are you? - Flipboard

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 8/15/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's technology related word puzzle...2 words:

O_UL_S     R_F_

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Answer:

OCULUS RIFT

One Step At A Time

Here's an amusing Yahoo! Screen Video that reminds us that many of life's challenges can be tackled one step at a time...have a look:

Corgi puppy conquers stairs for first time

Yahoo! Tech Has Tips On Password Security

Here's a useful article from Yahoo! Tech I stumbled upon recently that should be of interest to you if you're looking for advice on how to increase password security...here's the link:

Follow These 4 Easy Steps to Toughen Up Your Passwords

Tech Talk Tuesday: Oculus Rift

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Oculus Rift. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Oculus Rift (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Are you excited about virtual technology in general? How about Oculus Rift? Like it or dislike it and why?

CNN Money Has An Interesting Article On Self-Driving Cars

I read this interesting CNN Money article recently and thought you'd find it interesting too...here's the link:

American are warming to self-driving cars

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 8/8/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Technology related word puzzle...2 words:

M_ _R_ _ _ IP     _ _ PL_N_S

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Answer:

MICROCHIP IMPLANTS

Yahoo! Tech Has An Amusing Article On Robots

Here's an interesting Yahoo! Tech article I ran across recently that made me smile...I think you'll find it amusing too...here's the link:

7 Roles That Robots Will Never Fill (Although We Kind of Wish They Would)

Funny Business On A Wednesday

Here's a funny YouTube video I ran across recently that made me laugh...I think you'll enjoy it too...have a look:

Funny Cats Dogs Animals New Compilation

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Microchip Implants

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Microchip Implants. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Microchip Implants (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discusssion: What do you think of this type of technology? Would you choose to be implanted with one or more microchips? Why or why not?

Who Wants To Be A Cyborg?

I ran across this fascinating, if a bit bizarre,  CNN video on implantable technology...what do you think about this type of technology? Have a look:

Man 'hears' colors, claims he's a cyborg

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 8/1/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...one word:

SE_F_ _

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Answer:

SELFIE

Are You In The Market For A New iPhone?

I read this Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you'd be interested in it too, particularly if you're wondering when the new iPhone is coming on the market:

iPhone 6 Rumored to Arrive in September, in Two Sizes

Who Says Dogs Chase Cats?

I stumbled across this funny CNN video recently and thought you might want to see it too...very funny stuff:

Distraction: Pesky cat harasses dog

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Selfie

This week's Tech Talk Subject is the Selfie. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Selfie (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you ever taken a Selfie? Why or why not?

And You Thought Selfies Were A New Phenomenon

I stumbled upon this amusing CNN video recently and thought you'd be amused too...and you thought "selfies" were something new:

Buzz Aldrin and the first space selfie

The Senior Surfer Tech Fill In The Blanks 7/25/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this weeks technology related 2 word puzzle:

_O_OT_C     _R_

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Answer:

ROBOTIC ARM

Is There A Jibo In Your Future?

I stumbled across this interesting YouTube video recently about a new robot that's currently in development and will be offered to the public soon...fascinating...will you be ordering one?

JIBO: The World's First Family Robot

How Much Can You Read?

Here's a fascinating Yahoo! Tech article I read recently that I thought you'd be interested in...particularly those of you who are avid readers and own a Kindle:

Amazon Rolls Out All-You-Can-Read Option

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Uncanny Valley

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Uncanny Valley. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Uncanny Valley (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussions: How do you feel about the phenomenon known as Uncanny Valley? How do you think robots should look and sound--more like humans or less like humans? Why?

CNN Reports On A Talking Robot

I stumbled upon this fascinating CNN video the other day and thought you might be interested...If you believe the video, one day soon we might all be able to make our own robots and they might be something like this:

This 3-D printed robot talks

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 7/18/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet Tech related word puzzle...2 words:

SE_R_ _     A_ _O_IT_ _

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Answer:

SEARCH ALGORITHM

Yahoo! Tech Has A Fascinating Article On "Robot Journalism"

I stumbled upon this fascinating Yahoo! Tech article recently and thought you might be interested in it too...amazing how many facets of our lives technology is affecting...what's your opinion on this:

Who's Afraid of Robot Journalists?

We Should All Be A Little More Dog-Like

Here's an amusing YouTube video I stumbled upon recently...I'm sure you'll find it amusing too...have a look:

O2 - Be More Dog

Tech Talk Tuesdays: USB Flash Drive

This week's Tech Talk Subject is USB Flash Drive. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

USB Flash Drive (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Have you ever used or do you currently use a USB Flash Drive? What do you like/dislike about these devices?

Mind Control Mondays

I watched a fascinating CNN Tech Video yesterday and thought you might be interested...mind over matter might not be that far away...have a look:

Google Glass now supports mind control

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 7/11/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Internet related word puzzle...3 words:

F_C_ _O_ _     N_ _S     _EE_

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Answer:

FACEBOOK NEWS FEED

Yahoo! Tech Has An Interesting Article On Facebook's News Feed

I read this fascinating Yahoo! Tech article yesterday and thought you'd find it interesting too...here's the link:

How Does Facebook Decide What Shows Up in Your News Feed, Anyway?

What Do You Think About This Facebook Study?

I stumbled across this CNN video and thought you'd be interested in it too...have a look:

Did Facebook study go too far?

Tech Talk Tuesdays: Clickbait

This week's Tech Talk Subject is Clickbait. Here's a link where you can research the topic further:

Clickbait (via Wikipedia.org)

Questions for discussion: Are you irritated by Clickbait? Why or why not?

A Laugh For A Monday

I stumbled upon this amusing YouTube video and thought you'd get a chuckle out of it too...have a look:

Dear Kitten

The Senior Surfer Fill In The Blanks 7/3/14

Fill in the blanks to solve this week's Tech related word puzzle...2 words:

A_D_OI_     A_ _O

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NOTE: In observance of the July 4th holiday, The Senior Surfer will resume on Monday July 7, 2014. HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!






































Answer:

ANDROID AUTO