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The Augmented Reality Revolution with Pokémon GO
Motion Graphics in a Filter Form Nintendo, Niantic and The Pokémon Company released Pokémon GO, a smartphone app that augments reality, (with a motion picture filter) to display digital creatures in with a live setting. Recently, smartphone users that have download Snapchat, may have noticed the filters that the app uses. They have a motion graphic for a tongue, and various other filters. Pokémon GO is utilizing the motion graphic filter method, but they are also taking it a step further with gameplay centered around geography. The new app has had some technical difficulties, but users have been highly engaged
iTunes Sales Are Down, and Now Apple Wants to Block Video Recording at Music Events
The Fall of Rome Went Better Than This If television killed the radio star, Apple wants us to believe that YouTube and filming live performances killed the iTunes star. CNN reports that Apple plans to use the technology to stop illegal filming in movie theaters and concert venues. In many cases, I agree with it blocking people from filming movies and comedic acts, but disagree that all artists feel the same way about being advertised for free by their fans via online video. Apple seems to not want to invest in research and development that will empower users, but instead, they
California Adds 20,000 New Jobs in 2015 for Solar Power
Solar Power In 2016 Solar power is one of the most common sources for renewable energy. In 2016, we take a current look at the jobs being added to the solar power industry, the kilowatts and gigawatts being produced, and how different states and countries are transitioning to clean, renewable energy. In an era of increased carbon emissions, the progressive minds of the world continue to work together to help reduce the damaging effects being caused by climate change. In an article from The Guardian, they report that: the US solar industry expects to install 14.5 gigawatts of solar power
Google Project Bloks Connects Hardware Production with Online Education
Research and Develop the Future of Technology Google Project Bloks is reshaping the way we see physical programming and provides insight on how to build skills in hardware production. It works as as open source platform for designers and researchers to communicate and share ideas. Check out a photo from Google Project Bloks of the Base Board they plan to use. The project is still in active research, but IDEO’s Coding Kit will be available for kids to play with at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, CA and at the Science Museum in London, UK. The website notes that the
VidCon 2016 Celebrates Seventh Year in Anaheim, California
Experience the Action from #VidCon2016 VidCon 2016 has just wrapped, and the event has live streams currently available to view on YouTube. Recap all the keynotes, presentations, and interactive media from the Anaheim Convention Center. This year, VidCon released a new trailer for an upcoming channel The Rock plans to produce with YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etkRvX9JZBg The event also showcased new material from the YouTube Red catalog. Users that subscribe to YouTube Red will be able to skip ads, as well as stream the latest music on Google Play, and watch original content on YouTube. Escape the Night is a recent show to premiere,
Amazon Steamrolls in Dallas, New York City & Online Streaming
Prime Now, Fire TV, and Amazon Video Direct Amazon continues to expand at an exponential rate. In the first quarter if 2016, their operating income was $1.1 billion in the first quarter, compared with $255 million in first quarter 2015. That is almost an increase of four times the income they brought in a year prior. The tech company started off in 1994 providing an option for online shopping. Over the past twenty years, the company has begun to work with cloud computing, retail, delivery, consumer electronics, streaming original content and additional items on AmazonBasics. In an era of disruption, Amazon
Tesla Motors Fine Tuning the HEPA Filtration System
Model X Creating a Cleaner World Tesla Motors continues to pave new roads, and now is rebuilding the air quality worldwide. The Model S and X have been equipped with the HEPA filtration system, a filtration method where the vehicles clean the air before it enters the cabin. In an era of traffic jams in major cities being a norm, this new system helps gives drivers a break from breathing in unhealthy emissions from other vehicles. "The HEPA filtration system had scrubbed the air in Model X, bringing pollution levels from an extremely dangerous 1,000 µg/m³ to levels so low
SXSW 2016 Recaps with Tony Robbins and Anthony Bourdain
Discover Film, Culinary Art and Insight with Industry Leaders SXSW 2016 has recently released interviews featuring Tony Robbins and Anthony Bourdain. SXSW Film debuted I Am Not Your Guru, a documentary by Joe Berlinger, focused on the experience of witnessing a Tony Robbin's seminar. "I want people in the middle, people like me. People who had no real real knowledge, and walked in cynically, and came out with some tools. I'm not expecting people to run and go sign up for seminars. That's not the point of the film, but if you could spend the two hours of this screening time thinking about your own
Tesla Motors Model 3 Acquires 325,000 Orders in First Week
Elon Musk Promises More Cowbells + RWD & AWD Tesla Motors has recently debuted their Model 3 on March 31. CNBC reported on Thursday that the car company has acquired over 325,000 orders for the Model 3. Elon Musk estimated that 275,000 orders will be made by Saturday. Tesla Motors Model 3 provides a competitive price point around $35,000, in addition with the supercharge fueling stations, it is giving the automotive industry a real run for its money. The stock has seen some turbulence today is the financial markets. When you review the stocks long-term trend, it shows good signs overall, but
Fusion Boot Camp Conducts Ribbon Cutting in Southern Illinois
A Jumpstart at Fusion Boot Camp The Marion City Chamber helped celebrate a new business in the southern section of Illinois with Fusion Boot Camp. Brandy Robinson has been working with health and fitness, as well as with the local community to help raise awareness about the importance of physical health. Her latest venture, Fusion Boot Camp is open at 601 East DeYoung Street in Marion, Illinois. On Thursday, March 31, Robinson and a group of supporters gathered to help celebrate the ribbon cutting ceremony. Guests were able to get a look and feel for the new location. Robinson continues
Motion Graphics in a Filter Form Nintendo, Niantic and The Pokémon Company
The Fall of Rome Went Better Than This If television killed the
Solar Power In 2016 Solar power is one of the most common
Research and Develop the Future of Technology Google Project Bloks is reshaping
Experience the Action from #VidCon2016 VidCon 2016 has just wrapped, and the
Prime Now, Fire TV, and Amazon Video Direct Amazon continues to expand
Model X Creating a Cleaner World Tesla Motors continues to pave new
Discover Film, Culinary Art and Insight with Industry Leaders SXSW 2016 has
Elon Musk Promises More Cowbells + RWD & AWD Tesla Motors has
A Jumpstart at Fusion Boot Camp The Marion City Chamber helped celebrate