Cars

Hybrid vehicles rely on computers to adjust how electricity and fuel can be used in tandem to optimize mileage. Ford is teaming up with Google to work on hybrid technology utilizing Google’s Prediction API. The technology would rely on tracking your daily driving habits and optimizing your fuel efficiency accordingly. Read the full article at Continue Reading →

The Seoul police recently raided Google’s office in South Korea over suspicions of data collection. Authorities said that Google’s advertising arm AdMob was collecting information without the consent of the Korean Communication Commission. South Korea previously challenged Google over its Street View cars and local Internet portals have filed multiple antitrust complaints. Read the full Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110504_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] A recent Neilsen report reveals that for the first time in twenty years, fewer Americans own TVs. While there were only about one million less television households this year, Neilsen believes it represents a larger trend. Internet video consumption will continue to cut into television use. In Continue Reading →

A recent study shows that most Americans would consider purchasing a non-petrol vehicle. But, the cost of electric and natural gas cars are keeping them from making the switch. Consumers are willing to change their behavior, but won’t pay a premium to do so. Read the full article at CNet.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110401_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] A recent study shows that most Americans would consider purchasing a non-petrol vehicle. But, the cost of electric and natural gas cars are keeping them from making the switch. Consumers are willing to change their behavior, but won’t pay a premium to do so. In other news, Continue Reading →

Shelly Palmer shows off the newest in smart car technology in his Home & Auto Tech Guide. Continue Reading →

FOX 5 (WNYW-TV New York) aired a special highlighting the latest in high-tech gadgets for Home & Auto. Hosted by tech expert and FOX 5 News contributor Shelly Palmer, this fast-paced half-hour special includes hot cars, awesome home theater systems, smart appliances and, the droids you’ve been looking for! Original airdate, Friday, February 11, 2011 Continue Reading →

International CES 2011 is in the history books and it was a wonderful show. Over 135,000 attendees, over 20,000 new product announcements, over 1.6 million square feet of exhibit space — it was a non-stop tech festival that truly has no equal anywhere on Earth. Samsung, Sony, Sharp, Toshiba, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Vizio, Joe, Sally, Tom, Continue Reading →

City officials of Paris, France accepted a bid for their Autolib’ program which will provide 3,000 electric vehicles for public transportation. The plan calls for 1,500 stations with vehicles available around the clock. With a $365 security deposit and a monthly subscription, you can take one for a ride. Read the full article at TMCnet.com Continue Reading →

This week on Live Digital: Do you love Facebook’s new profile page design? What will happen to your online presence when you die? Why is Microsoft planning a “do not track” feature into IE9? And, you won’t believe how much of your daily email is spam. Plus. I’ll talk with Microsoft’s Bill McQuain about business Continue Reading →