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Shelly Palmer chats with Simon Applebaum about Comcast’s closed test for transmitting cable television over Internet Protocol. Continue Reading →

Google recently announced its newest project, Google+, which hopes to make the search giant a competitive social network. Previous attempts to challenge Facebook and Twitter have fallen to the wayside, with both Google Wave and Buzz flopping. Will Google+ and its privacy oriented sharing finally make Google a social success? Read the full release at Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110629_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Google recently announced its newest project, Google Plus, which hopes to make the search giant a competitive social network. Previous attempts to challenge Facebook and Twitter have fallen to the wayside, with both Google Wave and Buzz flopping. Will Google Plus and its privacy oriented sharing finally Continue Reading →

Comcast has struck a deal with Skype that will bring the voice service to every Comcast HDTV. Assuming the TV has a webcam installed, customers can make video calls to any other Skype user while flipping the channels. A launch date has yet to be announced. Read the full article at ZDNet.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110615_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] If you want an iPhone, but don’t want to get locked into a contract, Apple has started selling unlocked iPhone 4s. The phone will work on any GSM carrier worldwide and will allow you to switch providers at any time. The 16GB version will put you back Continue Reading →

Next on Live Digital: Should internet access be considered a human right? Will Apple’s iCloud stand out from the competition? Nintendo finally announces its newest game system — and how are companies utilizing technology to improve our every day? Plus, I’ll chat with Marlon Wayans about how NOT to use Twitter — Harold Goldberg and Continue Reading →

Now we know that Representative Anthony Weiner (D-NY) did not have his Twitter account hacked, he simply lied. A combination of the Congressman’s name, the object of his “indiscretion” and his pathetic attempt at damage control have all combined to inspire headlines like, “What’s Wrong With My Weiner?” But, there is a serious side to Continue Reading →

Apple’s newest mobile operating system iOS 5 is snubbing Facebook and integrating itself with Twitter. With a single sign-in, Twitter will integrate with multiple Apple applications, allowing users to send tweets and share links on the fly. The lack of Facebook integration is Apple’s way of ensuring it controls the user experience. Read the full Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110608_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Nintendo recently announced its newest gaming system, the Wii U at this years E3 game expo. While no release date was given, Nintendo showed off working hardware including a tablet-like touch-screen controller. By utilizing the controller for heads-up display, Nintendo could seriously change the way we game. Continue Reading →

We like to warn our children about many things and lately sexting has been on the top of the list. We caution against it, put applications in place to prevent it, and even treat kids as criminals over it. However, it is us adults who are getting far more press about it lately than kids Continue Reading →