Smartphones are amazing devices, but the internet and social media accessed on them can feel heavy, figuratively speaking. But now there is a lighter phone in town, and its name is The Light Phone. The Light Phone is a palm-sized cellphone that uses a 2G network to make and receive phone calls and can also […]
Tag: technology
Information age moves forward at CBU
Technology has come a long way, especially in the last 20 years, and California Baptist University always upgrades to match the times. CBU had a rather steep technology curve through the ‘90s and has only continued to grow since then. Prior to that, technology developments were slow and incremental. Tracing CBU’s history with technology before […]
High use of technology can cause harmful mental states
In today’s day and age, smartphones have become tools on which many people rely. From being alarm clocks to bankers or personal assistants, “Siri,” smartphones are continuously used for more than just communication. As Apple begins to show users how much time they have spent on his or her phone a day on its “Screen […]
Mental illness directly linked to technology
Today, one in five American adults su er from mental illness. As mental illnesses affect an increasing number of people, a correlation has been found between the use of technology and the presence of mental illnesses in society. However, some technology can improve mental health through online apps that offer counseling services. Charissa Novasel, freshman […]
Police acquire new technology to fight crime
Smartphone apps, drones and body cams are just some of the cool new “toys” the Riverside Police Department is using to do their jobs in a safer and more effective manner. The technology consists of license plate reader technology, the RPD app as well as body cams and SWAT drones. Some patrol cars and intersections […]
Colleges offer esport scholarships
Say goodbye to the days of traditional collegiate sports and hello to the age of competitive online gaming. Having a passion for video games and knowledge about how to play them is finally paying off. In 2016, the National Association of Collegiate Esports formed in Kansas City, MO. This nonprofit organization supports more than 80 […]
Secret campus technologies to learn
Over the summer, the new Dennis and Carol Troesh Engineering Building brought California Baptist University modern technology marvels few other universities have. Not only will the new classroom and engineering technologies benefit current students but they will draw potential students as well as businesses that went to work with this cutting-edge technology. Most of CBU’s […]
Plan a spring break with applications
With spring break approaching the time has come to think about planning quick vacations and weekend getaways. But being on a budget sometimes makes these ideas of fun-filled trips with friends seem impossible to the average college student looking to escape reality. Fear not as apps and businesses that specialize in saving a dollar or […]
Net neutrality subject to change
The internet provides a level playing field for all those who have access to it. It holds history, information and innovation, all of which is just a few clicks away from its users. Although it is not a new topic, net neutrality is trending again as the Federal Communications Commission will vote on reversing the […]
American Online ends AOL instant messaging
After just over 20 years, the internet world can officially say goodbye to the legendary American Online’s Instant Messenger (AOL). “All good things come to an end. On Dec. 15, we’ll bid farewell to AIM. Thank you to all our users!” AIM tweeted Oct. 6. “AIM tapped into new digital technologies and ignited a cultural […]