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[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110420_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Google introduced a new way to make its mapping service even more accurate in the US. Google Map Maker is a crowd-sourced tool where users can modify roads and structures using an approval system. If enough people agree that your correction is accurate, the changes will appear Continue Reading →
Sony
Sony’s video streaming service, Crackle, has made its way to the iPhone and iPad. The Crackle app streams over 200 movies and numerous TV series including select episodes of Seinfeld. Not only is this the first streaming service to offer Seinfeld, but Crackle is completely free. Read the full article at USAToday.com Continue Reading →
Next on Live Digital: How does Amazon plan on making the Kindle even cheaper? Is T-Mobile’s unlimited plan really unlimited? Can YouTube’s copyright school successfully prevent piract? And, where does the United States rank when it comes to technology? Plus, CNN.com’s Mark Milian will tell us what Comcast’s new hi-speed internet means for consumers, I’ll Continue Reading →
Wind Turbine
Google announced that it would invest around $100 million into the world’s largest wind farm. The Shepherd’s Flat wind project located in Oregon is expected to generate 845 megawatts of energy next year. Google has already invested $350 million in clean-energy and is on the lookout for even more projects. Continue Reading →
European Commission
The European Commission is investigating wireless carriers to make sure they aren’t blocking selective Internet traffic. Network neutrality has become a contentious issue, with sides arguing consumer protection versus overreaching government control. The outcome of European investigations could impact worldwide consensus. Read the full article at NYTimes.com Continue Reading →
Apple
Apple sued Samsung, claiming its Galaxy tablet and phones are direct rip-offs of the iPad and iPhone. The lawsuit alleges patent and trademark infringement, despite the fact that almost every smartphone looks like the iPhone. Apple has the money to keep companies in court for a long time, and the trend exists amongst many top Continue Reading →
[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110419_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Google announced that it would invest around $100 million into the world’s largest wind farm. The Shepherd’s Flat wind project located in Oregon is expected to generate 845 megawatts of energy next year. Google has already invested $350 million in clean-energy and is on the lookout for Continue Reading →
NASA
NASA announced that it will give $269 million to four private companies for developing spacecraft. The government thinks that private companies will be able to develop faster and cheaper than the agency. NASA has been planning to outsource its work for years and will continue providing private investment money in the future. Read the full Continue Reading →