Job-stealing robots, free browser games, Echo TV trick

May 2, 2022

How much job security do you have? Depending on your position, you may only have 10 years before a robot steals your job. In this episode, I’ll tell you why digital real estate is exploding, how car-buying will change in the future and which free games you can play in your browser. You’ll also get a few tech tricks, like how to use an Echo to hear TV dialogue better and how to find photos on your phone more quickly.

Tags: photos, play, robot, security, tech

How you can use secret alerts to catch snoops in your home

There’s a lot to worry about when you have guests over, like whether they will like your food or if your house is clean enough. Depending on how scrupulous your guests are, they might start sneaking around and rifling through your things. Here’s a helpful tip if you’re wondering how to catch snoops.

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How stenographers can type so fast

In 2005, Barbara Blackburn became the world’s fastest typist, hitting 216 words per minute. But stenographers can average 250 to 270 words per minute, far faster than the average person speaks. What’s the secret behind this super-fast typing speed?

5 ways to maximize your home security system

Modern burglars are less like the bumbling bozos in “Home Alone” and more like the highly organized team in “Ocean’s Eleven.” In 2018, a high-tech group of criminals stole around $10 million from 50 Long Island businesses by hacking into wireless networks and disabling alarm systems. The victims learned that there are always more ways to upgrade your existing home security system even though they set up alarms.

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Why the Coast Guard uses a zig-zag when doing search and rescue

The U.S. Coast Guard is an integral part of our military. It protects our beaches and coastlines from invasion or enemies, but it also helps find and rescue those lost at sea. You might be surprised to learn the technique it uses to do this. Let’s just say it’s not straightforward.

Why don’t we all have jetpacks?

Over 60 years ago, engineers developed the first personal flying backpack or jetpack. With all of the technological advances since then, why aren’t we all flying around the skies? There is a scientific reason why jetpacks are challenging to bring to fruition.

How to unlock international Netflix to access more movies and shows

If you’re a big streamer who craves new content, you may cast your eyes towards foreign content. Unfortunately, streaming platforms like Netflix don’t show the same shows and movies in every country. Thanks to the complex spiderweb of global licenses, you can’t stream whatever you want on Netflix. There are a ton of limitations getting in the way.

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Will you be able to upload your mind into a computer?

We, as humans, all have a few things in common. We are all born, live and die. But what if computers could change that? What if you were able to upload your consciousness to a digital world and live virtually forever? Is that something that will become a reality? If so, when?

What happens when you overload a capacitor?

Capacitors are essential components that help regulate energy inside most complex electronics. But since they’re only able to handle a certain amount of electricity, what happens when they overload?

Will we be able to merge with our tech?

Our gadgets go where we do, in our pockets and on our wrists. But what if one day we were able to enhance our bodies with technology? Scientists are exploring the possibility.

7 new scams to watch out for

Every day, it seems like there’s a new scam you need to watch out for. Sometimes it can be overwhelming, which is why some folks go on digital detoxes. In other words, they stop using tech devices like smartphones, computers and TVs for a little while.

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