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  On June 13 th , 2009, television in the United States ceased transmitting over-the-air television signals in analog format to comply with a mandate from the FCC titled ATSC 1.0. This change saw all transmissions to be broadcast digitally to allow for better picture and sound, and now 13 years later the latest update, ATSC 3.0 is in full swing. The benefits to the consumer are numerous, while ATSC 1.0 tops out at 1080i, 3.0 brings full 4k picture and sound to the table with the ability of adapting to different video formats which could bring broadcasts in 8k. The service won’t be limited to just televisions and is being designed to work with smart phones,  mobile devices and even vehicles. I agree that being able to watch your local news during your morning commute seems a little silly as an added benefit, but there is talk that this technology could be used as a back up for GPS and even driverless vehicle automation. It’s still early on in development but these are excitin...

  Alexa is Amazons personal assistant found in a variety of products in their Echo line, these devices connect to the internet and allow the owner to set reminders, provide weather forecasts and listen to their favorite music amongst other things. Today we’re highlighting a relatively new feature called Alexa Together which is aimed at providing around the clock monitoring and support to your loved ones. Alexa Together is a subscription-based service at $19.99 a month that is currently free for the first six months with the ability to cancel anytime. All you need to get started is at least one Echo device in the home of the person receiving support while you, the supporting family member, will only need to have the Alexa app installed on your mobile device, although on their official page Amazon does recommend that two Echo devices will give the optimal experience. Each party will also need their own Amazon account which is free to set up. Some highlights to what Alexa Together...

  It’s official, summer vacation is over for our household, our three children started school last Monday with an as to be expected lukewarm reception. As they’re growing older, they’re all starting to assert more independence, wanting to walk and bike to school by themselves, hanging out with friends after school, not to mention any extra circular activities such as band or afterschool clubs that have them away from home. This year we’re trying out an app that lets them have their freedom while also giving Mom and Dad a little bit of breathing room, never having to worry about what happened if someone comes home a little later than normal (and forgets to call).  Life360 was conceived in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005 with the goal to help families have peace and mind about where their immediate family members are. Today the app is used in 195 countries around the world. The application works on a variety of smart phones and smart home products such as the Amazon E...

Readers note this is a strictly non-technical review, as those can be found elsewhere . There are quite a few options to choose from when you decide to cut the cord, and a lesser-known option is the Onn Android TV box which I've been testing for just over a month now.   The Onn box is deceptively tiny in both performance and cost. Priced at $20, this box sure packs a punch. Set up took less than 10 minutes, all I had to do was connect to my Wi-Fi, put in my google account information, and tell the box what apps to start downloading. After these steps it asked me to set up the Bluetooth voice remote, once again this was a breeze and it automatically programmed itself to my TV allowing me to control the sets power and volume. The home screen is your familiar assortment of application logos with all the major players here. Disney Plus, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and HBO Max the list goes on and on, what sets this box apart from the rest is that you can also access the ...

While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous or inappropriate for children. As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using, so you can make sure they're staying safe online. The Top Apps Parents Should Know Their Kids Are Using As kids get more and more tech-savvy, it's important for parents to stay on top of the latest apps and games their children are using. While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous and expose kids to inappropriate content. Here are five of the most popular apps parents should know about: 1.      TikTok: This popular video-sharing app allows users to create and share short videos of themselves Lip-syncing, dancing, or performing other creative acts. While TikTok can be a lot of fun for kids, there have been concerns about its safety, as the app has been known to host inappropriate and even pornographic content. 2.      ...

While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous or inappropriate for children. As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using, so you can make sure they're staying safe online. The most dangerous apps for kids Are those that allow for anonymous messaging and communication. These apps can be used by predators to groom and exploit children. Some of the most popular anonymous messaging apps used by kids are Kik, Whisper, and Yik Yak. Predators can pose as other kids on these apps and trick children into revealing personal information or sending them inappropriate pictures. It is important for parents to be aware of these apps and talk to their kids about online safety. Another app that can be dangerous for kids is Snapchat. While the app does have some safeguards in place, like only allowing snaps to be viewed for a limited amount of time, there are ways for predators to circumvent these measures. For exampl...

  As kids get older, they become more interested in using apps on their smartphones and tablets. While some apps are perfectly safe and age-appropriate, others can be dangerous for children. As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using, so you can make sure they're staying safe online. Understanding the app landscape It's no secret that kids love using apps. In fact, a recent study showed that kids under the age of 8 spend an average of 2 hours and 19 minutes per day using mobile devices and teens over 7 hours per day. That's a lot of time spent on screens! As a parent, it's important to be aware of the most popular apps your kids are using. Some apps are age-appropriate, while others can be dangerous and inappropriate for children. Here is a list of the top 5 app categories parents should know their kids are using: 1.       Social Media Apps: Kids love staying connected with their friends and family on social m...