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EM 500 Reading Response 6 Bochao Sun Oct. 14, 2017 According to Bogost, the technology of telephone evolves over the recent decades. In terms of the design of telephony devices, the Western Electric model 500 in the 20th century prevails with people’s operation on agronomic handsets and dials. That experience brings along a sensation of intimacy between two people over the phone despite long distance, as well as limits noise pollution and increases privacy. However, the presence of mobile…

Speech recognition changes everything. The ability to access technology and use it to connect with the world is an amazing gift to a senior citizen. Speech recognition is commonly used on a daily basis by many of us on our smartphones without giving it much thought. However to a senior or even a person with a disability it is life changing. Speech recognition is partially available on devises such as Ipad’s, tablets, and some laptops. If a community center were to add this technology for…

Many of the early cellular devices were big, bulky and cumbersome. This wasn’t very helpful to anyone back in the day. Cell phones were first invented to give people an opportunity to speak to people across the world. In this generation, kids and teenagers have cell phones anywhere you go. These expensive devices are now a part of society. Cellular devices are not as bad as they may seem to be because of the easy communication, research, safety and a provided learning experience. Cell phones…

Tech Essay As seen on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, well known comedian Louis CK refers to the way technology has taken over life as people once knew it. The United States has access to some of the greatest inventions and ideas in the world, but unfortunately it is all taken for granted. Everyday people complain about the most minor inconveniences despite how far the world has come, proving Louis’ statement “everything’s amazing, but nobody’s happy.” People here need to be grateful for what we…

The most interesting thing that changed within the last 20 years in history is the technology of cellphones. Alexander G. Bell is the first man to design the telephone. His project has became so famous and outrageous. It is big difference since the first telephone has been made. A little bigger difference from 20 years ago. Technology of cellphones 20 years ago wasn't even touch screen nor could you have talked to them and they talked back. That's crazy right! Back then they had house phones…

I recognize the ease of demonizing technology. Technology has had the butt end of plenty of debates about all sorts of things. While I totally see where this article is coming from, I don't think it's telling the whole story. One thing that really bothered me reading this was that they measured phubbing. Their study left no room open for couples who may their phones a lot and are perfectly happy in their relationships. I think phone usage in your romantic life is just another preference that…

Argument of Fact Janet Froetscher, president and CEO of the National Safety Council stated, “Studies show that driving while talking on a cell phone is extremely dangerous and puts drivers at a four times greater risk of a crash” (“Should”). Driving while talking on a cell phone is the new drunk driving, and studies show that it could possibly even be worse. According to a new study by CBS texting while driving has now surpassed drinking and driving as the leading cause of death among teens.…

Brooklyn, I’d like to add to your response if you don’t mind. Primarily the claim that the ability to “design babies” is morally wrong because “it will dramatically increase the gap between classes.” This, in your opinion, would create a genetic divide along socioeconomic lines. I’d like to refer to this as the “Gattaca” argument, the idea that transhumanists, wanting to enhance our genetic makeup through genetic engineering, will also unwittingly deepen the divide between the rich (modified)…

The article discusses how Coke is expanding its “Share a Coke” marketing promotion started last summer with “Play a Coke”. Instead of personalized names, the bottles will have memorable moments like “First Kiss”. Consumers can scan the bottle with the “Play a Coke” app, and this will populate a music playlist that people can control by rotating the bottle. The “Play a Coke” app was developed with Coke’s partner for this project, Spotify. The article states this campaign is Canadian-specific, and…

Susan King Mrs. King ELA 6th Hour The Danger In Technology 07 April 2017 Did you know that 75% of car accidents are from texting and driving? People that text and drive get into accidents more often than regular accidents. After saying that Cell phones are not safe. If you’re walking out in the middle of the street and you’re only paying attention only to your phone you could be in real danger. Also you and the driver could get hurt or killed. “The national safety council reports that 1.6…