Who says you need to be a nerd to know about the digital world? We’re all about the gadgets and we’ve pulled the top five things we figure you should know about tech this week…
Taste of Tech News –
In case you missed it, Facebook are upping the ante in the relationship status notifications. Where previously you could choose your status as single, complicated or loved up with another half, there’s now a button that means you can request someone’s status if it isn’t obvious from their profile.
Read the full low-down here…
Tech Fact of the Week –
It’s a pet peeve to reach for the kettle or tea pot, to find you’ve missed out on the last cuppa. So if you’re a scientist… well it’ll lead you to inventing a technique of checking on your coffee pot without having to leave your desk.
Thanks to this laziness (or genius – we’re still deciding), a team at Cambridge University invented the world’s first webcam to keep an eye on coffee levels from their desks.
… and people say caffeine is bad for you.
What’s App-ening?
Runkeeper
With the Flora Women’s Mini Marathon fast approaching, we’re getting a little obsessional with our training. We may not be the next Sonia Sullivan, but we’re decking out our wardrobe and lacing up those runners like our lives, if not our sport reputations, depended on it. So how can we keep our progress on track?
No other free app offers as much as Runkeeper for keeping record of all those vital running stats. Set your goals, start running and Runkeeper does the rest using GPS to track your distance, time, splits, pacing and everything in between from its stylish and easy to use interface. You can even share your stats on social media and connect and compete with your running buddies (let’s be honest – we all want to be first to cross the finish line)
Want to make it one step better? It’s totally free to download. (You’re welcome)
This Week: Take a trip to the ‘War from the Victim’s Perspective’ Ehibition in the Gallery of Photography
If you have an hour to spare around the capital over the next few days, you won’t be disappointed stopping by the latest exhibit photography exhibit from Swiss photographer Jean Mohr’s. The stunning collection features sixty of Mohr’s images and addresses the issues of victims of conflicts, refugees and communities suffering from war and those still under threat.
The show will run from May 20-26th in the Gallery of Photography, Dublin.
On This Week’s Tech Wishlist is…
Canon recently introduced the LEGRIA mini – a new compact camcorder that gives users complete flexibility and freedom when recording. Despite the size, the camcorder combine an ultra-wide angle Canon lens, multifunctional vari-angle LCD and a built-in stand.
As well as first-class HD video imaging and Wi-Fi connectivity, the LEGRIA mini has a built-in stereo microphone, ideal for filming a tutorial, or for recording conversation audio in a busy area. Compact and easy to use, it’s well worth an investment for those looking to upload quick, snappy videos or anyone looking to record on the go.
LEGRIA mini – key features:
- 170° ultra-wide[1] angle lens
- Vari-angle LCD screen and built-in stand
- Switch between ultra-wide and close-up
- Wi-Fi; live streaming and sharing
- Full HD recording
- HS System: 12.8 MP CMOS, DIGIC DV4
- Built-in stereo mic, Audio Scene select
- Detection orientation
