Addicted to Google Glass

After wearing his Google Glass for up to 18 hours a day it’s not surprising that a 31 year-old San Diego resident became addicted. Though the product isn’t available for sale on store shelves, it is reported to have caused the first case of internet addiction disorder. The man had a history of had a history of mood disorder, including issues with depression, anxiety, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, alcohol, and tobacco.

The internet can consume people’s lives and unfortunately when you are able to access it at anytime from anywhere while doing anything it becomes inevitable. It would be hard not to become reliant on the Google Glass because it makes life so much easier and can do so many things for you. I think if the product becomes widespread so will its downfalls. The world isn’t ready to be surrounded by a technology like that.

Why 2014 Is (or Isn't) The Best Year To Be A Teenage Girl

With the invention of the smartphone and the front facing camera our lives have been changed forever. We are able to meet new people, share information and interests. Our idols have become real people who can be reached at a few taps of a screen. Followers have before power and a social spectrum of sorts. Followers are power just like in the offline world. Teenage girls have the power and they make sure the world knows that.

Teenage girls are power hungry animals. It’s normal to want to fit in and be a part of something. For some people they are able to make friends and reach places they never could before the internet. Without the fans celebrities wouldn't exist and the world would be so different. The internet can be a cruel place run by 13 year-olds but it really has done so many things for today’s society. 

The Sad End to the Samsung vs. Apple War

In recent years Apple has been following Samsung in the high-priced large screened phone world. It took them until 2013 to jump on the bandwagon and now that they have they are taking over. In anticipation for the iPhone 6 unveiling Samsung's sales were down 20%. It's clear now that Apple will continue to dominate the high end market forcing Samsung to release two new lower priced phones to chase a different set of consumers.

It’s sad that Samsung is getting pushed out of the market because they truly do make some amazing phones. Everyone doesn't think twice they just get iPhones because they are simple easy and everyone has them. My Samsung is the best phone I've ever had and I'm so glad I didn't follow the traditional route and get an iPhone. I'm worried that once the high end android users are ready for their new hones Samsung won be able to deliver one because they have been kicked out by Apple.

Unexpected Response to the 'One Child' Policy Change

When China relaxed its infamous 'One Child' Policy to allow for a second child under special conditions they expected a bigger response. As a part of the change a couple may have a second child if at least one of them was an only child as opposed to both. It was estimated that there would be a rise of 2 million births each year but out of 11 million couples eligible only 700,000 have applied.

It’s strange to live in a country like the US and look at the 'One Child' Policy. I grew up in a house with five girls and I couldn’t imagine being an only child. I think because this has been the way they were raised many couples don’t want to stray from the policy. It’s nice that they now have another option and they have more freedom as to the number of children that they have.

Why Google Believes an Interview Should Never Last More Than 30 Minutes

In a typical interview at Google it is very rare to have an interview that last more than 30 minutes. They believe that by cutting the interview down to the core you are able to really make it more productive and find out more of what you need to know. With more substantial discussion Google trusts their interviewers to know if they want to have another one or not.

I think it’s very smart of Google to do this and other companies should follow suit. It cuts out all the unneeded sucking up and really gets to know who that person is and the things they want to do. It also would be nice for the potential employee because half an hour is much easier to sit through than any longer times. The interview limits also help companies from leading them along for too long.

Neighbor's Calm Response to Ebola Next Door

The neighbor of first NYC patient was very calm about being so close to the disease. She says that she knows she is safe because she had no fluid exchange with her neighbor. Unlike most of New York she has managed to stay calm in the face of potential danger.

If I were her I would be panicking right now. Even if I knew I was safe and had no contact I would still be freaking out that it was so close to home. She serves as a great example for the rest of the public because even though she was so at risk she knows that making a big deal of it will not help.

3D Printed Car

The first car with a printed body took many more hours to print but, in only 44 hours Local Motors was able to 3D print parts for a drivable car. There is almost no materials wasted in printing a car which is amazing compared to older methods that only use 1/20th of the materials they receive. The cost is very low because the complexity and material costs are down. Because only one car can be worked on at a time it’s not likely that this method will take over traditional car manufacturing techniques.

It’s amazing that technology like this exists. Anything can be created which can revolutionize the way we think of custom cars. The cost and efficiency is great but I just worry about the safety of these cars. Plastic probably can’t hold up well in an accident compared to a heavy metal car. I would love to try out one of these cars to see what it’s like. 

3 Things You Must Do After a Workout

Experts from Gatorade say that there are three things you should do after any workout. The three R's will help you stay healthy and be ready for your next workout. You should rehydrate, refuel and recover.

Usually after workouts people are satisfied that they did something then they go sit on the couch. It’s important to do these things and make sure you treat your body right. Most people remember to rehydrate but they forget to replace the electrolights, carbohydrates and protein.

The Life of a Tetrachromat

Concerta Antico is a tetrachromat meaning she has more receptors in her eye to absorb color than her a normal person. Scientists doubted the existence of this condition until recent years. They have now realized it only occurs in women. She has taken this talent and put it into her impressionist style artwork. Like everything else it take practice to perfect this and strengthen the pathways in the brain.

I think it's amazing that people have this condition and that they are able to work on it and make it more intense. It's hard to know what other people are seeing and to know if they are really able to see more. Her artwork is probably so beautiful to her and others like her. I would love to see the world like she does.

Sparing the dog of the Nurse with Ebola

Over the weekend another nurse was diagnosed with Ebola and luckily her dog will be spared for now. The dog of the Spanish nurse was not so lucky. We do not know anything about how Ebola affects dogs and we have no test for it. The dog is being taken to another location to be monitored until his owner can recover.

It is very good that they have decided not to make the premature decision to put down the dog. They are giving it a chance to recover and be reunited with its owner. It is very scary that we do not know how Ebola affects dogs and we have no way to know if it is contagious or not. If they were to release it back into society and it were to cause the spread of the disease a lot of people would die and a lot of people would lose their jobs.

Share Fluctuation for Face Mask And Hazmat Suit Companies'

After the second case of Ebola was confirmed in Dallas this weekend, shares of Alpha Pro Tech and Lakeland Industries sky rocketed Monday. They gained 47% and 33% respectively and have gained more than 250% in the last month. The stocks skyrocketed but now it looks like they are crashing.

When every illness scare, people become more and more paranoid. It is only expected that they would freak out and take precautionary methods. With more and more confirmed cases the stocks quickly rose. The boom was extreme but it has started to calm down.

Medical Visit Compensation for Australian prostitutes

Unlike in the United States prostitution is legal and even advertised in Australia. Due to the risks and issues that come with working in such a field there are strict laws requiring regular medical exams for workers among other things. Since 2010 the government has required that prostitutes pay their own medical bills. It was not until recently that the new Australian Peoples Party says that since they were required by the government they should have been covered. This can result in up to €1,670 ($2,100) in compensation for the almost 600 prostitutes registered in Salzburg, totaling at about €1 million ($1.3 million.)

It is good that Australia has a firm grasp on prostitution and they are making efforts to make it safer for workers and others involved. Laws such as getting checked each week are key in such a job and requiring workers to participate is actually helping them. I do not think asking them to pay for such visits is ridiculous. Their chosen profession hosts certain risks and they must take care of their bodies in order to work, so medical checks are a small price to pay. If they are unable to pay the bills it would be one thing but just getting the money because they can is a waste of the country's money.