Technology

National Roots Day!

Holidays are a time when many get together with their loved ones. Food, laughter, and stories are shared. Generations gather around to hear the elders in their family recant history. Which is why it is so fitting that Nation Roots Day is Dec 23. Its a day to look into your family history. Peering into genealogy can not only give us ancestral dates, but can paint a picture and give us stories. We find clarity in our own lives as we come to understand our culture, values, and morals that were set in Read more [...]

Happy Anniversary Houston B-Cycle!

Houston's First Bike Share Program Celebrates 1 Year! On May 2, 2012 Houston joined San Antonio, Chicago, and 12 other U.S. Cities when Houston B-Cycle launched a pilot bike share program with only 18 bikes and three stations. On April 3rd, 2013 they went live with the program expanding to 21 stations and 175 bikes. A year later, they have 29 stations and over 220 bikes! The bike share program is intended to be used for short trips in and around downtown Houston and surrounding urban areas. Want Read more [...]

New Rules? Google Glass Invites You to “Explore”!

Never Miss a Moment! April 15th was a busy day for millions; it was Tax Day, the Boston Marathon Bombing 1 year anniversary, brought the Blood Moon eclipse, and launched Illmatic XX. For a select few; however, it was a chance to be apart of tech history. The "limited quantity" of wearable technology sold for one day only at $1500 per pair to the general public. Those who were fortunate to purchase the device will join a group of "Google Explorers" who purchased the device for beta testing Read more [...]