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Once again I was watching TV and saw an infomercial for Silver Sonic XL. Bell + Howell created this $19.95 product that amplifies sound from 90ft away. With an image comparable to a blue tooth headset, the Silver Sonic XL is small and lightweight. It comes with three soft tips, people can use it in [...]

In honor of President-Elect Obama’s Inauguration next week, I thought I’d write about a technology that many drivers will need when in DC – a Bluetooth headset. DC drivers are not allowed to be on their cell phone while driving!
I’ve had three Bluetooth headsets – one Jawbone and two Jabras. I’ll discuss with you [...]

Thursday HH: Hello, 2009!

Posted by: mar247advice on: January 8, 2009

The New Year has rung and there’s already so much to talk about in the entertainment industry. Here’s my roundup:

R.I.P Jett Travolta. It’s tragic death, but we can just hope he’s in a better place where he doesn’t have to suffer.
For those who don’t know, I’m in love with Stephenie Meyer’s book series of Twilight. [...]

Tech Talk: iGloves

Posted by: mar247advice on: January 6, 2009

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope this year brings you lots of happiness and great health.
I was on my way to work yesterday when I heard about Apple’s new patented product: iGloves.
This isn’t the first time someone’s invented gloves for the iPhone. Marmot made gloves in 2006 for the iPhone, known as the iGlove [...]

Tech Tuesday: Last Minute Tech Gifts

Posted by: mar247advice on: December 23, 2008

Below are some excellent articles/posts for those that need tech gift ideas:

InformationWeek: Holiday Gift Guide – Tech Toys For Tight Wallets
InfoWorld:Open Sources: ScottVest: Great gifts for techies
Network World: 10 Gifts for the Hard-Core Techie

One great idea that will never fail is a USB thumb drive. Here are some pictures of really cool ones:

Sushi! [...]

Fitness Friday: Sex or the Internet?

Posted by: mar247advice on: December 12, 2008

Intel released the results of an online survey the conducted regarding the use of the Internet and sex between men and women of different age groups. The study shows that 45% of women would rather go without sex for two weeks than give up the Internet that long, while 30% of men would do [...]

Tech Talk: Affordable Tech Gifts for Christmas

Posted by: mar247advice on: December 2, 2008

Can you believe it’s already December? I can’t believe how fast time flew!
Like a majority of people in the world, I am strapped for cash this year in terms of gift giving. So I’ve decided that I will provide information on some affordable technology must-haves for the season. Keep in mind these gifts might seem [...]

Tech Tuesday: Memorex SingStand

Posted by: mar247advice on: November 11, 2008

My older sister receives the Real Simple magazine and the latest edition featured the Memorex SingStand.
If you LOVE karaoke, this nifty piece of technology is for you. Instead of purchasing more DVDs for your MagicMic, simply attached your iPod or MP3 player to the SingStand and party like a rock star.
Features include a microphone, integrated [...]

Special Edition Tech Talk: Christian’s Macbook Air 2.0 Review

Posted by: mar247advice on: October 31, 2008

Note: Macbook Air 2.0 Review conducted by Mar’s BF – Christian Bibay. Questions about the Macbook Air 2.0? Leave a comment here and Christian will respond.
Early Take: Macbook Air 2.0 (revision B) / Late 2008 Macbook Air
(cue Robert Downy Jr.’s voice)
“Well it is finally here… the first Macbook Air to beat the Macbook Air. [...]

Tech Talk: Sprint WiMAX

Posted by: mar247advice on: October 28, 2008

After much debate and a year of testing, Sprint WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) announced the first carrier to provide B2C wireless broadband data service called Xohm (pronounced “zome”).
When I first heard about this through my BF, he said to me, “Think 4G.” 4G!? I’m still amazed at how fast my iPhone is [...]