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Microsoft recently launched a new advertising platform that utilizes the Kinect to make the ads interactive. Typical spots like 30-second commercials will allow users to interact with a few hand motions or voice controls. Voice controls will allow users to request more information, tweet about the commercial or search for nearest locations. Read the full 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 →

Technology has changed so much in the last two decades that it’s hard to keep pace with all the developments. Twenty years ago middle school kids might have had one class on typing or word processing.  A few lucky kids may have had a computer in their homes.  Today, modern tweens have a footprint on Continue Reading →

Nintendo recently announced its newest gaming system, the Wii U at this years E3 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. Read the full article at PCMag.com 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 →

Microsoft announced a fall launch of Live TV, a service that will bring streaming television to the Xbox. A partnership with YouTube was also made that will provide Xbox with even more content. Users will be able to voice and motion search for content using the Kinect. Read the full article at PCMag.com Continue Reading →

[wpaudio url=”https://media.shellypalmer.com/wp-content/images/usrn/110607_SHELLYPALMER_GEN_BED.mp3″ text=”Click to play … ” dl=”0″] Steve Jobs recently announced Apple’s newest streaming data service called iCloud.  The product allows users to store documents and songs online and access them from any Apple device. iCloud will even search your computer for all songs, even those not purchased through Apple, and sync them to Continue Reading →

After Sony gets hacked once again, hackers took aim at Nintendo but came up empty handed. While no consumer data was lost, it still shows the massive vulnerability of online services. Nintendo says the breach won’t affect Monday’s launch of of the 3DS e-Shop, where users can download games. Read the full article at NYTimes.com Continue Reading →

After being down for over a month, Sony finally restored its PlayStation Store where players can purchase content like games and add-ons. Sony is offering a bunch of new downloadable content and promises its “welcome back” package in the near future, including 2 free feature games. Read the full article at CNN.com Continue Reading →

Sony is still recovering from recent attacks on its PlayStation Network and is now offering free identity theft protection. Customers have until June 28th to enroll in the program and it’s good for one year of fraud protection. If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud, you can enroll online at Sony’s website. Read Continue Reading →