Google Underwater Maps

By Ronak Patel  Google, probably the largest mapping giant, just really went for a dive. In a blogpost on September 25th, Google introduced their newest feature, underwater maps view. Thats right, Google now brings you underwater for a completely different, incredible view. You can check out the Heron Island Resort underwater and swim with the turtles, or take a…

Windows 8 Preview

Windows 8, like it or not, is coming October 26th. So what to make of it, and should you get the upgrade? The Interface: Metro TBD If you own a Windows Phone, the new interface (used to be named Metro until Microsoft decided they might sued by a German company for using the name) of…

Top 5 Free Productivity Apps for the iPad

By Michael Lockney Google Search App: Free Features: Google search, Gmail, Calendar, Google Docs, News, Google+, Reader, Photos, Translate, Voice, Offers, Finance, Earth, Books, Blogger, and Currents. In addition Goggles (Picture search). All of these come together to create one of the most efficient and useful apps in the App Store. The ability to check…

A Guide to Dropbox

By Xin Zhang Once again, Dropbox is open to most platforms, with dedicated apps for major OS’s and accessible for anything that has access to the internet. iOS A 4-star rating on an app means it’s worth it if you’ve got a use for it: Tap “install” Give it time for it to download and…

Why you should upgrade to the iPhone 5

The Question that is going through everyone’s mind right now is, “Should I upgrade to the iPhone 5?” Well for starters the screen is bigger. About half an inch taller but no wider than the old model. This may seem trivial to some, but many people complained about the size of the iPhone’s screen in comparison…

YouTube Quizzes

By Ronak Patel YouTube recently launched an application (in beta) that will be a big asset for classroom teachers. The newest feature on Youtube is a quiz. In the middle of the video, the owner of it can add questions and have an entire quiz through the duration of the video. If you want to…