Westside Today Headlines http://www.westsidetoday.com/news-s6/1/technology.html Sat, 26 May 2012 21:11:41 -0700 en-us Copyright 2012, Westside Today http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/Moe_j02bS5U/-digital-hollywood-returns.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7177/-digital-hollywood-returns.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:11:41 -0700 For those interested in learning more about where the tech world is headed, particularly as it applies to the world of entertainment, the Brentwood News recommends The Variety Entertainment and Technology Summit, also known as “Digital Hollywood.” This year’s conference takes place April 30 at the Ritz Carlton in Marina del Rey. To sign up, go to: http://www.digitalhollywood.com/LASpring12Agenda.html. We have covered the event in years past and always come away with our heads spinning, ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7177/-digital-hollywood-returns.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/ndEewYJgXQU/crowd-funding-for-non.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7176/crowd-funding-for-non.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:11:41 -0700 Got a good cause? Need money? Crowd-funding might be an avenue you should explore. “Fundly” is a company, that, in just three years, has helped raise over $239 million to date for over 8,000 non-profits including schools, sports teams, faith-based groups, political campaigns and even personal needs. The American Red Cross, Goodwill, Boys Girls, Habitat for Humanity and Teach for America now have their projects posted on Fundly. Go to www.Fundly.com and you could launch your good cause�...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7176/crowd-funding-for-non.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/Ii2C-hBiNFU/might-crowd-funding-be.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7178/might-crowd-funding-be.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:11:41 -0700 A recent “crowd-funding” seminar was held in Los Angeles, sponsored by The Soho Loft and the Now Street Journal.The two-day workshop featured several companies that specialize in raising money, using the Internet as a tool, for startup companies.Right now, crowd-funding is used by non-profits and creative endeavors to raise seed money. Contributors simply make a donation and that’s that. “Kickstarter” is perhaps the best-known crowd-funding site, but there are more and more all the t...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7178/might-crowd-funding-be.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/LaVJfxC3Ajc/cameron-cohen-big-challenge.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7182/cameron-cohen-big-challenge.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:11:41 -0700 14-year-old Brentwood resident Cameron Cohen was dealt a difficult hand one day when, at age 11, he learned his thigh bone was possibly cancerous and that major surgery would be required to remove a tumor.Thank goodness the surgery was a success; there was no cancer; the tumor was benign. But now Cameron faced many months of recuperation as his leg healed. Like any kid his age, Cameron would much prefer to be out playing sports or going to the mall. And so, with ample time on his hands, Camer...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7182/cameron-cohen-big-challenge.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/1yKj8inbNDU/knalij-it-sounds-like.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7175/knalij-it-sounds-like.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:11:41 -0700 Alan Finkel, long-time Brentwood resident, is in the news with an award-winning piece of software he and his partners developed called “KNALIJ.” Here’s a QA with the Brentwood News that explains all. Q: Alan, for those in Brentwood who don’t know you, can you please tell us a little bit about yourself?A: I grew up in Brentwood. Attended Brentwood Elementary and Crossroads School. I spent my childhood at the Country Mart eating Reddi Chick and running miles on the San Vicente grass. My...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-7175/knalij-it-sounds-like.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/rICB2WieAvo/is-yelp-the-new.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6859/is-yelp-the-new.html Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:11:41 -0700 As we are witnessing, online bullying has found a prominent and dangerous place in the 21st century. This problem is prevalent among children and young adults. As seen in the news, and on primetime television shows like Glee just last week, this behavior has led not only to reputations being tarnished but also to a number of violent episodes as well as suicides among people of all ages. But what does one do when adults start playing the same game? Roxy DeCou, MSW BCD, a successful psychotherapis...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6859/is-yelp-the-new.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/3AFDaryRsN0/make-2012-a-lien.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6816/make-2012-a-lien.html Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:11:41 -0700 At any one time, there are millions of Americans burdened by a tax lien. Really. If you’re one of them, there are a lot of opportunists who will pray upon your tax angst for their own benefit. Be afraid; of the IRS and these folks. The too-good-to-be-true deal promises that are often made are in fact rip offs that will not deliver any tax relief and only further endanger your finances. But, there is one good apple amongst the IRS resolution bunch – a free, online solution, www.IRSExpress...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6816/make-2012-a-lien.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/YDE3qqO_EW4/an-ipad-2-for.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6607/an-ipad-2-for.html Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:11:41 -0700 Saint Sebastian School believes that traditional classroom instruction is enriched though technology, and their expanded tech offerings include flat-screen computers, smart boards, up-to-date software, and Internet access, along with their iPad 2 program. Through aggressive fundraising efforts that began last year, St. Sebastian has reached its initial goal of having an iPad 2 for every student in grades 5 - 8, and they currently have 6 iPad 2s per classroom in grades K-4. They continue to wor...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6607/an-ipad-2-for.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/fkRxubrz_P8/tech-boss-returns-amazon.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6503/tech-boss-returns-amazon.html Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:11:41 -0700 Can it be true? Did the Tech Boss really return the Amazon Kindle Fire? Yes, I'm afraid the rumors are true. Check out the YouTube Video here - http://youtu.be/olZ7tGp9wHg and find out for yourself.Karl SusmanTech Bosshttp://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6503/tech-boss-returns-amazon.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/uUmRPT32b0Q/make-me-famous-ent.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6495/make-me-famous-ent.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:11:41 -0700 With a passion for making music and an emerging desire to be the next Katy Perry, Adele, Lil Wayne, or even the next Drake, artists are flocking to a new Web site that allows them to collaborate with other songwriters, producers, directors, and managers.Before Make Me Famous launched, artists had minimal to no resources when it came to making music. At best, they would sing a capella or re-use the instrumental beat from an old track, making it very difficult to create original music.And let’s ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6495/make-me-famous-ent.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/OF8KN8KMtws/new-year-s-resolution.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6465/new-year-s-resolution.html Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Get in ShapeAny personal trainer worth his or her salt will tell you that goals are essential in a health and fitness regimen. The EatSmart Precision GetFit Digital Body Fat Scale can help motivate you and help you stick to your goals as it tracks your daily progress by monitoring and analyzing weight, body fat, muscle composition and other metrics. The proprietary software accurately calculates body fat for a variety of body shapes and activity levels, and user ID technology stores personal d...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6465/new-year-s-resolution.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/JumnqGbVOOU/is-the-kindle-fire.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6414/is-the-kindle-fire.html Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 The iPad finally has competition! Or does it? Amazon's Kindle Fire tablet has been out a month or so now and the reviews are in, and man are they mixed. I pre-ordered the device and had it in my hot little hands before the delivery man was back in his truck. I'll spare you yet another unboxing story and give you the highlights of what the device is all about.I was very excited to get this device, despite the less than exciting announcement made by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. You can see my coverag...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6414/is-the-kindle-fire.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/BlFFUv5PkTo/santa-s-the-man.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6403/santa-s-the-man.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Smoother OperatorThe Remington Flex and Pivot Triple Foil Shaver features titanium coated blades and slides into three positions for a close, comfortable shave in a third of the time of razor shaving. The battery fully charges in two hours for 60 minutes of runtime, and cleanup is easy under the facet. $54.99. Target, Wal-Mart and remindgtonproducts.com.One for the TeamGive a gift that gives back 24/7, a subscription to Sirius Satellite Radio. The network boasts more than 140 channels, such ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6403/santa-s-the-man.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/JRsR4v_ic94/tech-toys-for-kids.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6399/tech-toys-for-kids.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Ground ControlTopping the wish list this season for kids of all ages, are Swann’s new line of Easy-Fly Gyro Technology indoor remote controlled helicopters -- Micro Lightning, Micro Hornet, Emergency Strike, Military Thunder and Missile Strike. Controlled by dual joystick controls, these choppers perform death-defying stunts and flight maneuvers with military precision, powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery. The remote control operates on six AA batteries. Ages 14 and up. $59. Fry...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6399/tech-toys-for-kids.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/HDBvHfTJrbw/watch-tv-much-.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6415/watch-tv-much-.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 How do you watch TV? Growing up, watching TV meant literally just that; sitting down, flipping the dial to a channel at a specific time for a specific program and gazing on in wonderment at the physical box in front of me. Today I find myself watching TV in any way but that way. TV channels are so plentiful that even as I write this, it's impossible for me to tell you exactly how many hundreds of channels are available for me to view. Shows are now also recorded on one's choice of electronic dig...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6415/watch-tv-much-.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/bmMx7u7gJx4/traveling-for-the-holidays.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6416/traveling-for-the-holidays.html Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:11:41 -0700 I love traveling just as much as I despise it. Oh believe me, these two emotions are not mutually exclusive. It's terrific to be able to see so many different places, different cultures and foods. I happen to be someone that even takes note of differences in cellular phone coverage. It's amazing to visit some places that are so different from what I'm used . . . it's like going back in time to another world that doesn't resemble mine. It's always a relief to get back into my own comfy bed when I...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-6416/traveling-for-the-holidays.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/X1H_XAnmC_Y/carol-olson-coote-has.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5656/carol-olson-coote-has.html Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:11:41 -0700 While the list of those requesting she type on their behalf was endless, her list and time were not so she started a blog to, “to save myself a lot of time, and streamline the requests,” wrote Olson Coote who also hopes that the blog will enable her long time recipient list (who she hopes share the address of her new platform with their lists) to be more effective in their own efforts on behalf of the causes these folks champion. ”The next time you need me to round up flutes for the Phili...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5656/carol-olson-coote-has.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/MIi7o_shIuo/phelps-expands-its-digital.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5401/phelps-expands-its-digital.html Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Pictured below from left to right: Deniz Kahriman, online media, and Dan Tsui, SEO/web analytics, both hold master’s degrees in engineering from USC. Farhan Mohammad has a bachelor’s in engineering and offers a wealth of knowledge regarding large-scale digital project management, while Nicholas Kuebler brings his broad .NET and other developer languages to the agency.While many agencies of similar size outsource higher-level programming and online media management, The Phelps Group has added...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5401/phelps-expands-its-digital.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/W-asCeuv6xM/megan-lisa-jones-holds.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5043/megan-lisa-jones-holds.html Wed, 04 May 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Captive, a psychological thriller touching on terrorism, ideology and global unrest, is Westsider Megan Lisa Jones' first novel. "I was able to build a global audience in two weeks," said Jones. "We reached across borders and traditional media boundaries and were rewarded with an engaged audience. People told me about passing the word on to their friends who in turn downloaded and read the book. And, yes, the sequel is coming in 2012."“Captive’s numbers illustrates the ...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-5043/megan-lisa-jones-holds.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/Bd1PsKQUKyA/bit-torrent-releases-its.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4786/bit-torrent-releases-its.html Tue, 05 Apr 2011 21:11:41 -0700 "Captive" is a classic psychological thriller, with a timely storyline of political intrigue amidst terrorism and captivity. The novel follows the interaction between an Islamic terrorist and his interrogator. Woven throughout the taught storyline are flashes of violent or risqué interactions, as the characters are challenged to overcome the consequences of past decisions and their own weaknesses. Religions don’t kill; people kill.Captive will be the BitTorrent’s first book relea...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4786/bit-torrent-releases-its.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/O82UdcAZwJY/jamhub-good-for-the.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4732/jamhub-good-for-the.html Mon, 28 Mar 2011 21:11:41 -0700 For reasons that escape me as my lovely grade school daughter attempts to coax something pleasing from the electronic keyboard, I insist that music be a part of her education. While her earnest attempts are improving—she no longer simply bangs on keys and has progressed to melodies which last two maybe even several notes—I wonder which will cry uncle first; my sanity or my liver. Then, like manna from heaven, I stumble upon a website which may save not only my organs but will likely aid sch...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4732/jamhub-good-for-the.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/xOc76-Q-M70/office-to-go.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4693/office-to-go.html Mon, 21 Mar 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Wheeling and DealingTalk and drive safely and easily with the SuperTooth Buddy, the perfect partner for making calls on the road. This user-friendly, hands-free Bluetooth speakerphone clips onto your sun visor and connects two phones at the same time, providing hassle-free talk time in the car. An auto-connect feature reconnects to your phone automatically every time you enter the vehicle. Compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled phones, and provides 20 hours of talk time. In-car charger and h...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4693/office-to-go.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/4h_I1oHf5ho/wireless-must-haves-for.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4692/wireless-must-haves-for.html Mon, 21 Mar 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Flexibility is key when you work at home, especially when your office base roves from the den to the kitchen to the patio. Take your work wherever you go, with these high flying Wi-Fi and wireless options that keep you connected and productive.Can You Hear Me Now?Hear and be heard with the sleek and stylish Savi Office, the headset solution to unite your calls through a single desktop location. With crystal clear audio performance, you can answer both PC or deskphone calls with one-button cont...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4692/wireless-must-haves-for.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/cqHUdGN2TFM/japan-nuclear-tragedy-not.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4672/japan-nuclear-tragedy-not.html Thu, 17 Mar 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Doctor friends tell me that patients have asked them for potassium iodide (KI) tablets. I've received several emails warning me of a possible radiation cloud and that I should run to the hardware store and arm myself with duct tape, plastic and maybe even tin foil. Stop.Doctors cannot hand out potassium iodide (KI) tablets willy nilly; they are not a useful prophylactic. Especially in light of the LA County Public Health Advisory issued on March 15, 2011, which advise residents to avoid ingesti...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4672/japan-nuclear-tragedy-not.html http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Technology-WestsideToday/~3/8HgGg2x7w20/hawk-ridge-systems-receives.html http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4377/hawk-ridge-systems-receives.html Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:11:41 -0700 Hawk Ridge Systems, the leading reseller of SolidWorks 3D CAD Software Solutions in North America, today announced that it had achieved the Top North American SolidWorks Reseller Award from SolidWorks. The first-place award was announced at last week’s SolidWorks World 2011, the largest annual 3D CAD conference in the world. Hawk Ridge Systems received the top honor in recognition of its outstanding sales, services, support and training for SolidWorks’ customers.In addition to the Top North...http://www.westsidetoday.com/s6-4377/hawk-ridge-systems-receives.html