Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Tech Article 3/1/13


Instagram hits 100 million users

After Instagram announced a terms-of-service change in December, many of their users swore they'd stop using the site: But those threats were largely empty: - Instagram announced Tuesday that it now has 100 million monthly active users. The milestone comes just a few months after the photo-sharing company's second birthday, and less than one year since Facebook bought Instagram for $1 billion dollars. "Instagram, as a tool to inspire and connect, is only as powerful as the community it is made of. For this reason, we feel extremely lucky to have the chance to build this with all of you," says the Co-founder of Instagram Kevin Systrom. Want to read the full article? Click here!

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Tech Article 2/22


Apple Releases iOS 5.1 Beta to Developers


Apple has released to developers its iOS 5.1 beta, which is intended to bring several bug fixes to users. Tech whizzes have already spotted some code within the release that points to several new Apple products that may be coming, specifically the next-generation Apple TV, the next iPhone and two new iPad models. Supposedly manufacturers have already started making a 4-inch screen for the next gen iPhone, so it might be very different on the outside, as well.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Technology Article 2/15


"Samsung Emerges as a Potent Rival to Apple’s Cool ! "


            The maker of iPhones, iPads and iPods has never faced a challenger able to make a truly popular and profitable smartphone or tablet, until samsung created thier product. The South Korean manufacturer’s Galaxy S III smartphone is the first device to go even with apple in sales. Where Apple stakes its success on creating new markets and dominating them, as it did with the iPhone and ipad, Samsung invests heavily in studying existing markets and innovating inside them.In courts, jury members have said some of Samsung’s research appears to comes closer to copying. Apple sued Samsung in Federal District Court last year for patent infringement and won a $1 billion judgment. One of the most explosive pieces of evidence was a detailed report breaking down each hardware and software feature of the iPhone and how each compared to Samsung phone features. Samsung is fighting the decision in court. Want to read the full article? Click Here 




My Weekend

This past weekend, there was a blizzard in New Jersey, so i went sledding  with all my friends. Since, i live across the street from where we went , i just walked over. It was so cold, but i had a lot of fun! I hope it snows sometime soon , so i can go sled riding again.

  

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Technology Article 2/8

Moshi, a designer of accessories for your phone, has created Iglaze Armour. It  adds a diamond-cut aluminum back plate to a poly carbonate frame. The case has a raised bezel offers a little extra screen protection. Another case called the  Origo , is made of form-fitting silicone with a honeycomb structure that the company says offers more shock absorption. Both cases help protect the phone from cracking and  it helps your Iphone stay clean. 


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Welcome to my Blog!

Hi, my names Victoria and this is my blog! My hobbies include cheerleading, softball , and gymnastics. I love spending time with my family and friends. I'm always laughing and having a good time. I hope you enjoy looking at my blog, leave comments anytime you want! My Favorite Restaurant is Baumgarts in Englewood.  I love there Chinese food, especially the peanut butter noodles.