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Latest Episode / Wednesday, February 19, 2014
The Story Behind the Poster on Every Tech Startup's Wall
4 Ways to Boost Your Online Dating Returns
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
This blog post is part of the most recent New Tech City podcast. Listen to it online, or subscribe here.
Machine Learning + Love
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
As the popularity of online dating sites rises,
algorithms are playing a big role in finding Mr. or Mrs. Right. So what
will it take to make the machine smarter at finding us love?
Drop the Smartphone and Love Me Already
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Smartphones are getting in between lovers. A study released Tuesday by the Pew Research Center finds that a quarter of cell phone owners in serious relationships have felt that their partner was distracted by their device.
Face the Eco-Implications of Your E-Hoarding Habits
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
Because billions of computer users around the world are
clicking "save" more and more, it may seem like we'll have to keep
building server farms apace to store all those baby pics and status
updates. But that's not exactly how it works. Storage, it turns out,
isn't really the problem.
To Clear Out Your Inbox, You Need More Power
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
The amount of data on the internet increases
exponentially every year. It's now measured by the zettabyte, which is
almost a trillion times larger than the measly gigabyte we've come to
know so well. We used to be swimming in data. Now we're drowning in it.
So, how can we stay afloat?
For a Better Memory, Hit 'Delete'
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
Betsy Sparrow doesn't know her sister's phone number, and she blames the internet.
What If We Deleted Everything?
Wednesday, February 05, 2014
The message service Snapchat is booming because 'snaps'
disappear after just a few seconds. Should we embrace ephemerality in
more of our online lives? This week New Tech City explores whether it's
time to ditch auto-save and replace it with auto-delete.
See Which Subway Stations are Wired for Wireless
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Verizon Wireless customers can now use their cellphones
in 35 of New York City's underground subway stations. Transit officials
said Tuesday that Verizon service is available in stations including
Rockefeller Center, Lincoln Center and Times Square.
A deal was announced to wire the subway system last year. The carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless and Sprint all signed on, but only AT&T and T-Mobile service were initially available.
A deal was announced to wire the subway system last year. The carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless and Sprint all signed on, but only AT&T and T-Mobile service were initially available.
Guide to Finding Inner Peace Through your Smart Phone
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
People who know me would agree, I’m a pretty intense,
hyped-up, over-caffeinated New Yorker. Heck, “relaxation” for me
involves spinning my legs at insane speeds on a stationary bike for 45
minutes at SoulCycle.
There's an inner peace you find when all you can do is focus on
breathing: Breathe in, breathe out. Meditation is all about the breath,
right?
Mindhacking: Finding Serenity in a Tech-Obsessed World
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
This week New Tech City helps you learn how to unplug
and regain your piece of mind in a world filled with texts, pings,
meeting reminders and social media notifications. Take a deep breath,
turn off your smartphone and tune in for a "digital detox" chock full of
tips on how to identify your core goals and stick to them in the
digital age.
10 NYC Vine-ographers You Should Follow
Friday, January 24, 2014
Who are your favorite Vine-ographers in New York City? That's what I asked people in the Vine
community in recent weeks. I've heard about dozens of incredible
comedians, musicians, stop-motion artists and illustrators who bring New
York to life with their six-second videos, and these are 10 of my
favorites culled from the suggestions.
How to Make $10,000 in Six Seconds
Friday, January 24, 2014
Friday marks the one-year anniversary of Vine, the app that lets you shoot and share six-second videos with your smartphone.
Stop! Recharge Yourself with this One Minute Digital Detox Plan
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Feeling taxed by 2014 already? Promised yourself you'd stop being a slave to your phone? Maybe it's time for a digital detox.
Two True Stories from the Airbnb Wars
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Airbnb, the website for short term apartment rentals,
is battling New York’s Attorney General to keep its business records
private. Attorney General Eric Schneiderman believes Airbnb users may be
evading taxes and violating housing codes, and he’s issued a subpoena.
But whether the AG gets the information he wants or not, Airbnb is now
deeply enmeshed in the New York housing market.
Why Don't More People Use Digital Door Locks? A Few Facts
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
As far as technologies go, the key is ancient. Early iterations date back 4,000 years ago around Egypt and
haven't fundamentally changed since, which is, well, kind of odd. But
as with so many industries, the digital revolution is upending old ways
for the lock and key.
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors, But Does Airbnb?
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Chris makes $100 a night by renting out a room in his
apartment through Airbnb. Ken is a landlord whose former tenant broke
various laws by renting out an apartment through Airbnb. The two men
have never met, but they're on opposite sides of a simmering legal
battle with a whole lot of money at stake.
3 (and a Half) Tips for Being a Young Boss, or Working for One
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
This week New Tech City is exploring wisdom in the
workplace. Who has it? How do they get it? And can all those baby-faced
founders of tech startups have it? Here are a few lessons from young
CEOs and the people who work for them.
How to Be a Young Boss (Or Work for One)
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
When baby-faced startup founders begin to build out
their businesses, they hire a lot of young people their age to do the
grunt work, but there comes a point when CEOs in their 20s have to hire
employees in their 30s and 40s. This week New Tech City talks to young
bosses and their older employees on the hunt for wisdom in the new tech
workplace.
Submit Your Story: Your Worst Tech Fails
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
That guy who walked into a lamppost while texting. The
woman you saw doing FaceTime with her husband - in the Whole Foods
produce section.
We've all seen people abuse, overuse and get confused by technology, from embarrassing auto-corrects to tweets that missed their mark. Bring us your best (or worst!) story, or confess your own, and we'll tell you how to turn it around when New Tech City hosts a live conversation about balancing the technology in your life on January 23 in The Greene Space.
We've all seen people abuse, overuse and get confused by technology, from embarrassing auto-corrects to tweets that missed their mark. Bring us your best (or worst!) story, or confess your own, and we'll tell you how to turn it around when New Tech City hosts a live conversation about balancing the technology in your life on January 23 in The Greene Space.
'Her' Makes Sex with Software OK, and We're OK With That
Friday, January 10, 2014
A video movie review, and musing on modern life from New Tech City host Manoush Zomorodi.
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