Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
Why Multitasking Can Hurt
In our internet heavy age, there are ways to stay connected when away from work, in the wild, and at home. Consuming media on our smartphones and tablet computers is becoming increasingly commonplace, but many are asking at what cost?
Reactions to quick informational bursts are an evolutionary response that allowed our ancestors to react to threats and dangers. In these situations, dopamine is released in the brain. This release of dopamine can be very addictive. When multitaskers and heavy media consumers don’t have access to information or their attentions engaged, they feel bored.
This stimulation sensitive part of the brain is different from that which uses old information to understand new problems. It becomes increasingly difficult to turn off the sensational part of the brain when you need to focus and decide about long term goals. For example, in our ancestors these parts of the brain would trigger the differences between stimuli that hint at a snowstorm and how to stay warm during the storm.
That said, certain technology can help you with occupational tasks. Accessories for GPS and wireless cell phone accessories for example, can be used in this way. But when accessories for iPhone and other wireless cell phone accessories become attached to you, it can be difficult to do without them. The lesson: technological moderation is important.
Reactions to quick informational bursts are an evolutionary response that allowed our ancestors to react to threats and dangers. In these situations, dopamine is released in the brain. This release of dopamine can be very addictive. When multitaskers and heavy media consumers don’t have access to information or their attentions engaged, they feel bored.
This stimulation sensitive part of the brain is different from that which uses old information to understand new problems. It becomes increasingly difficult to turn off the sensational part of the brain when you need to focus and decide about long term goals. For example, in our ancestors these parts of the brain would trigger the differences between stimuli that hint at a snowstorm and how to stay warm during the storm.
That said, certain technology can help you with occupational tasks. Accessories for GPS and wireless cell phone accessories for example, can be used in this way. But when accessories for iPhone and other wireless cell phone accessories become attached to you, it can be difficult to do without them. The lesson: technological moderation is important.
Monday, June 7, 2010
The Switch to Smart Phones
Next week, AT&T plans to change its service for smart phones, cutting prices from $30 per month for unlimited usage to $25 month for 2 gigabytes and $15 for 200 megabytes of data transference. Part of their reason for this switch is that few users, approximately 3%, account for 40% of the company’s entire data transference. AT&T believes these few users bog down the entire network.
New York and San Francisco are two cities that suffer specifically from this problem. Many users complain about poor service. Accessories for iPhone are still expected to generate large revenue because as the phones are being used less for calling and more for data, they experience more general use. Today, AT&T will also begin allowing new accessories for iPhone, namely, one called tethering for an extra $20 per month that makes an iPhone into a modem.
You can expect smart phones and wireless cell phone accessories to continue drifting towards this direction, as the internet, television, music, movies, and phone calls are used increasingly on the same device. AT&T hopes that this new plan will also sway more people towards smart phone and data usage. For those of us who still just use our phones to talk and text, this is good news.
New York and San Francisco are two cities that suffer specifically from this problem. Many users complain about poor service. Accessories for iPhone are still expected to generate large revenue because as the phones are being used less for calling and more for data, they experience more general use. Today, AT&T will also begin allowing new accessories for iPhone, namely, one called tethering for an extra $20 per month that makes an iPhone into a modem.
You can expect smart phones and wireless cell phone accessories to continue drifting towards this direction, as the internet, television, music, movies, and phone calls are used increasingly on the same device. AT&T hopes that this new plan will also sway more people towards smart phone and data usage. For those of us who still just use our phones to talk and text, this is good news.
Monday, May 24, 2010
GPS for the Golf-Lover
If you are feeling like your golf game is in need of a little TLC, you should treat yourself to the Garmin Approach G5. This handy device is a big help by removing the guesswork from your game. The Approach is roaring and ready to hit the links with its waterproof touch screen and rugged exterior. The Approach uses a highly sensitive GPS receiver to measure the shot distances. In addition, it shows the exact yardage to fairways, hazards and greens, and has stunningly detailed pre-loaded maps of U.S. and Canadian courses.
When carrying your Approach on the course, it automatically updates your position so you’ll always know your yardage. There are no subscriptions or set-up fees, and the Approach is compliant with USGA and R&A rules. Also, you can download an add-on that lets you analyze your game in the simplest and easiest to use terms. Keeping score for your game is streamlined with the Approach as it lets you save your scores and open them up on a home computer for personal viewing.
For the Approach G5, accessories for GPS, or even accessories for iPhone, you can visit eMallgroup.com for the best deals on all of them!
Monday, May 17, 2010
3 Cool iPod Accessories
These days, your iPod is only as cool as the accessories you have to enhance it. Sure, on the touch models you have tons of features to toy around with, not to mention the endless amounts of apps, but if you really to get the most from your machine you have to buy iPod accessories.
Belkin RockStar for iPod and Mp3 Players
With this cool accessory, you can connect up to 5 sets of headphones to an iPod and start sharing. Or if another listener wants to add their tunes to the mix, you can plug in theirs as well and listen together.
The Audiovox Acoustic Research AR5100 Speaker System
This iPod sound system offers unrivaled sound clarity wrapped up in a sleek, wall-mountable design. In addition the AR5100 can serve as a bridge between your iPod and HD Display with it’s component video output.
Belkin Media Reader for iPod with Dock Connector
This mobile power cord allows you to have endless playback on your iPod while using your car as an energy source. It also lets you take images on the road using the abundant storage on your machine by backing up images to your iPod using its abundant storage.
So remember that if you're itching to buy iPod accessories, be sure to visit eMallgroup.com!
Monday, May 10, 2010
Road Trip Essentials for This Summer
Summertime is on its way, and there’s no better time to take a road trip. In fact, summer months are some of the busiest travel months all year, especially when it comes to road traffic. If you and your family are planning on driving to your vacation destination this year, you should look into getting stocked up on the latest devices to keep your passengers entertained. We’re talking about portable dvd players! eMallgroup.com has a portable dvd players sale going on, all the time so if you need to get on at a reasonable price, we have you covered.
In addition to entertainment, you’re going to need some top-of-the-line navigational systems. Thankfully, the days of trying to drive while deciphering a cryptic map are over. You can easily get where you’re going with the help of GPS systems. There are even accessories for gps available that can really add a high-tech touch to your road trip experience. There’s always a music-lover in the road trip gang, who always wants to hog the radio or cd player. Well for that individual, you’re going to need an iPod and iPod accessories to keep them happy.
All of this stuff sounds expensive, but you can get them for steals at eMallgroup.com!
Monday, May 3, 2010
Digital Picture Frames are the Perfect Mother’s Day Gifts!
Mother’s Day is the perfect time of the year to show that special maternal figure in your life exactly how much she means to you. If you haven’t got a gift yet, you’d better hurry and her that iPad! Wait, that was for you…
Any how, Mother’s Day is May 9 and your mom deserves the best, whether that’s an iPad or not. If your mom is looking for something a little more personalized and meaningful, you should buy digital picture frames!
Most people can agree that the best gifts are ones that are personalized, and when you buy digital pictures the possibilities are endless. A great model that even the most technologically challenged moms can work is the Sunpak 10.2 inch Black Digital Photo Frame. It truly brings special memories to life with its vivid LCD display. In addition to viewing still images, you can watch MPEG movies with stereo sound.
To really wow your mom this year, you should find some old home movies and convert them to MPEG format. Upload them to the digital frame, and watch your mom be blown away.
eMallgroup.com is truly is the best place to buy digital picture frames.
Any how, Mother’s Day is May 9 and your mom deserves the best, whether that’s an iPad or not. If your mom is looking for something a little more personalized and meaningful, you should buy digital picture frames!
Most people can agree that the best gifts are ones that are personalized, and when you buy digital pictures the possibilities are endless. A great model that even the most technologically challenged moms can work is the Sunpak 10.2 inch Black Digital Photo Frame. It truly brings special memories to life with its vivid LCD display. In addition to viewing still images, you can watch MPEG movies with stereo sound.
To really wow your mom this year, you should find some old home movies and convert them to MPEG format. Upload them to the digital frame, and watch your mom be blown away.
eMallgroup.com is truly is the best place to buy digital picture frames.