The Digital Life - What's going on in tech? CES, cybersecurity, and more
Welcome to 2019 - we're glad you're back in the Digital Life with us. Thanks for breaking through news cycle for some awesome tech updates!
In this issue - we're rounding up a couple of lists from last year that you won't want to miss. We're looking forward to the Consumer Electronics Show next week (yaay gadgets!) and have an article to get you going. Learn what you need to know about cyber security this year, see Google's new gesture control idea, and much more! (an app for a cat?)
We're sure you'll find something to interest you! When you do, share this newsletter with your friends! 🙂
Have a great rest of January.
Starting off with the best-of's
We know, we know! Your inbox has been full of "best-of" lists for the last month. We promise these two will be worth your time!
Top articles 2018 of The Digital Life | Revue — www.getrevue.co
Check out our newsletter's Top 10 stories from 2018. We curate all year to find exciting things, so be sure and check out what our subscribers liked.
Remember, we read it all, you get the best!...
The 10 Best TED Talks of 2018, According to the Guy Who Runs TED — ow.ly
A look back at last year, but a good resolution for this year - learn something new. TED talks are byte-sized lectures given by the experts in their fields. If the guy who RUNS the place thinks these are the top 10 talks, you know they're good.
Our favorite? "Is the world better or worse? A look at the numbers," by Steven Pinker (spoiler alert - it's getting BETTER! 🙂)
Now on to 2019
14 questions CES 2019 needs to answer — ow.ly
The granddaddy of them all - the Consumer Electronics Show starts this week! For the tech world, it's the "super bowl" of conferences and often sets the year's trends in tech. Watch our feed for interesting developments this week!
In the meantime, here are some of the issues the tech world is grappling with at this year's Las Vegas show. From AI to healthcare to data privacy, it'll all be in play.
Just show me the $25,000 talking toilet....😀
Here’s what to expect in cyber security in 2019 — ow.ly
Here's a short read on what to expect in cyber security. A hint - data breaches will be down, but data leaks will be up. Privacy and encryption standards around the world are being debated, starting in California and Australia.
We think that GDPR for CA is A-OK!
Futuristic stuff
Google’s project to control gadgets with touchless hand gestures is moving forward — ow.ly
Gesture control devices from afar like a magician. Or, at least that what it seems like when you cut through the tech specs.
The big news is Google has a super sensitive radar on a chip in development that allows just that. The FCC just allowed them to up the power levels on the radar for more accurate testing. This will not only be cool, it'll also help people with tactile challenges (think tiny buttons).
Soon, we'll all be conductors!
Stuff you want to know
What’s the Difference Between 5G and 5GHz Wi-Fi? — ow.ly
It's a gimme question if you're in technology, but if you're not it's pretty confusing! You'd be surprised how often we get this question. No, 5G is not wi-fi, even though the wi-fi in your house may be labeled "5G". Get straightened out with this quick read.
Who's on first? 🙂
How to clear all those old emails out of Gmail so you don't have to pay for storage — ow.ly
Several times a year we help people with this process. It's easy to get behind, but don't despair! Make it a New Year's resolution to clean up the mailbox! You only get 15 gigabytes of free storage per Google account, so here's how to delete the thousands of emails cluttering up the old inbox.
15 minutes to inbox satisfaction......
You can now ask Alexa to play Apple Music on your Amazon Echo — here's how — ow.ly
Got an Apple phone with music and an Alexa device at home? No problem! Apple Music is now supported by the Amazon Echo! Here's how to set Apple Music up so you can ask Alexa to play tunes from your device.
American Idol fans rejoice......
Stuff you don't need to know
If you have an unhappy tabby and a spare tablet, your answer has arrived. Meet "Mew and Me", the first mobile game for cats. The gist? Put this thing on, sit said device on a spot (hopefully where the cat doesn't ...er...."mark" 😮) Various challenges like little bugs bounce around on the screen keeping kitty entertained. And you get all the stats on your cat when you get home.
Does my cat have a privacy policy too?
DON'T MISS OUT
Exploring Technology January 22nd!
Join me on Tuesday, January 22nd at 1:30 PM for the next Exploring Technology talk. This talk is a members only presentation for the San Clemente Village. Not a member? No problem, simply RSVP to this e-mail so we have an accurate head count.
This month: What's new in technology this year?
We'll talk about the latest technology trends to look for in 2019. We'll expand upon some of the topics in this newsletter, and bring you the latest gadget updates and news from CES! As always, bring your questions.
Location: San Clemente Community Center Multi-purpose room, 100 N. Calle Seville (and Del Mar)
P.S. We had a winner
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! - Lökwest — ow.ly
Yes, we shipped off the Google Home to a lucky winner in Irvine. Check out who the won our first ever giveaway, celebrating our fifth anniversary. Sign up for our newsletter and follow us today for more news and contests!