Not Just Another Notes App: Why You Should Use Google Keep

Not Just Another Notes App: Why You Should Use Google Keep: "When Google Keep launched, it never got the fanfare it deserved. The people that did review it compared it to all the wrong apps, like Evernote or Microsoft OneNote. That's a shame, because a surprisingly good note taking app went under the radar, underrated for coming up short against contenders it wasn't designed to face. It's about time to give Google Keep a fair shake, see where it shines, and how it fits in with the competition"

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Want Better Streaming? Change Your Wi-Fi Channel!

Want Better Streaming? Change Your Wi-Fi Channel!: "Video streaming is here to stay, but unfortunately, circa 2012 it's still much better in theory than in practice. Many if not most of us who choose to watch streamed movies on a TV rather than PC end up living with some pretty unpredictable experiences, to put it charitably. If you're one of those people that prefers to watch movies on your PC and have a good connection to good broadband, the streaming experience is usually pretty satisfying. For the rest of us that (would like to) enjoy streamed movies on a TV connected via Wi-Fi to our home network, there are problems that can really kill the mood."

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We should be worrying about Google’s assimilation and consolidation, and here’s why — Tech News and Analysis

We should be worrying about Google’s assimilation and consolidation, and here’s why — Tech News and Analysis: "Google has caused quite the stir with its announcement of new integration between Gmail and its Google+ social network. In case you missed it, Google+ users will be able to email you even if they don’t know your email address. This new “feature” is of course opt-out rather than opt-in."

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CBC News - Organic battery hailed as cheap renewable energy solution

CBC News - Organic battery hailed as cheap renewable energy solution: "A cheap rechargeable battery that harnesses energy by using the electrochemistry of organic molecules rather than metals is being touted by Harvard researchers as a breakthrough for renewable energy.

The Harvard team reports that the battery, which they say can be applied on a power-grid scale, uses naturally abundant and small organic compounds called quinones rather than electrocatalysts from costly precious metals such as platinum.

Bob McDonald: Organic batteries put clean-electricity future within sight"

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Google+ Now Allows People to Email You; Learn How to Opt Out Here

Google+ Now Allows People to Email You; Learn How to Opt Out Here: "Google just announced a new feature where Google+ acts as a bridge between the social network and your personal email. Anyone who follows you on Google+ can now email you directly. If this sounds like a terrible thing (we certainly weren’t thrilled to hear it), read on to learn how to opt out."

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