My 4 year journey at SMU has been a roller coaster with its ups and downs, good and bad moments. But overall it has been a great experience in which I had the opportunity to learn more about myself, meet wonderful people and travel to amazing places.
Author Archives: Monica Vallarino
Go back in time with Google Maps
Ever wanted to travel back in time? Well now you can with Google map with the street view feature, which now allows users go back in time to see how cities, neighborhoods and attractions have changed since 2007.
Research shows that Facebook app. drains iPhone’s battery
Ever wondered why the battery of your smart phone runs out too fast?
iPhone developer Scotty Loveless used monitoring tools to test Facebook app activity. It was determined that Facebook’s iPhone behavior explains batteries woes.
Social Media Trend Helps Cancer Research
Social Media not only serves for people to keep in touch with their friends and the latest news but also it helps to promote causes and bring awareness to those causes.
From Hack to Cash
Stolen Twitter accounts are more valuable than credit cards on the black market
With the spike of social media Cyber crimes are increasing. The cyber black markets and the hacking community are growing and maturing. A report released this month by the Juniper Network and the Rand Corporation regarding cyber crime on the black market which explains how they impact certain markets. On the black market the demand for credit card information is diminishing since there is an overload of information on the market. On the other hand Social media and other online accounts are now becoming more valuable.
Google Announced The New Android Wear
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“Android Wear extends the Android platform to a new generation of wearable devices.”
On March 18 Google Inc. introduced their new project idea: The Android Wear. This project brings the Android Smart Phone into wearable computers. The company released a video-demo showing how the device would work. It uses voice commands to provide the user with all the information they need wherever they go.
The Art of Technology
Art and technology are two different things but they complement each other The idea of art brings to mind the image of classical paintings of renaissance artists or modern artist. On the other hand technology brings to mind a smartphone, coding and computers. Who would have thought that these two things combined would revolutionize art. Continue reading
Iphone Apps Revolutionizes Modern Life
iPhone Apps have changed the way people live. Apps have revolutionized and change the way people do their tasks and daily projects. Now everything is more simple and easier with the help of these Apps. As well Apps have help minimize time to do certain tasks, such as finding a place to eat or getting instant news updates.
Give a break to your smart phone, make a difference.
It is water month and UNICEF its celebrating it with their campaign called the Tap Project, which invites smart phone users to set their phones aside for ten minutes to provide a day of water for communities in need.
It’s Valentine’s Day… Spread the Love
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Every year on February 14th Valentines Day takes place. Valentines Day is known as the day of the romance, love and friendship, it is the day to spend affection to loves ones. Family, friends, couples exchange presents, flowers, cards, and chocolates and sweets between loved ones. This holyday has become one of the most famous holydays on the U.S. More than 62% of the population celebrates it. During this day it’s impossible to find a seat at a restaurant without prior reservation, couple and loved ones swamp restaurants to express their love in a romantic dinner.
Focusing on what is important
Once again it’s Friday, the end of the week! It’s the day that many have been waiting for since the week started, to relax and kickback with friends. For others, it is a day to reflect, to think about one’s accomplishments, and set goals for the future. Continue reading
What it means to be a good communicator?
Even for those who have been in the Communication field for a while it is important to keep in mind what being a communicator entails. It is also important to recognize the impact technology has had on the way communications is delivered nowadays.