No more out-of-control US portion of the Internet

On Tuesday, December 21, 2010, President Obama strategically used the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to impose some government control over the “out-of-control” United States’ portion of the Internet. Julius... (Read More)

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Leadership to prepare for future workforce and workplace needs

Human resources professionals are naturally concerned about recruitment challenges and based  on latest trends urban workforce is not prepared. Who do you  prepare for future workforce and workplace needs and advise senior leaders regarding appropriate strategies?  Those senior executives are also beginning to wake up and smell the trends. The following may provide insights that will empower all to lead more sustainable organizations.

Omega Psi Phi Centennial Celebration in Urban Areas (Update)

Urban Graduate Chapter with a big event for  Omega Psi Phi Big Year. Comment if you plan to attend!

The pros and cons of playing with a Kindle DX

Are you considering purchasing a Kindle DX from Amazon or giving one as a gift? Well, a very good friend of mine recently received a Kindle DX as a birthday gift, and she has been sharing her excitement with me. In addition to my friend, it seems like I have started to run into a lot of Washington, D.C. Kindle DX owners – a huge spurt in ownership compared to the tepid response to the Kindle 2, which arrived in February 2009. So what makes the Kindle DX so different and worthy of excitement?

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IBM's Watson needs real human questions to answer!

February 14, 2011 will include time with IBM's Watson.
The event is coined "Computer System vs. Quiz Show "
Basically,  Jeopardy! - popular quiz show - that is known for the unique challenges it poses to its contestants based on puns, metaphors, and slang in questions.

Jeopardy! questions cover categories taken from Science, History, Pop Culture, Literature, Geography,  The Oscars, Literary Characters, Word Origins,  U.S. Presidents, Before & After, Rhyme Time, Stupid Answers, and Name's the Same.

Watson is suppose to represents the latest in a long line of groundbreaking innovations that will impact the way humans communicate with computers in the near future.






 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
When the  IBM computing system can actually understand the complexities of human communication (i.e. language, racism, capitalism, poverity, hate, crime, unemployment) and return a single, precise answer to a question or a solution to a challenge then humanity can celebrate, not just the IBMers getting the funds.
 
Share your unanswered questions via comments so IBMers can get inside voices sharing issues from the urban communites.

CES 2011 Unleashed trends

Unleashed in the underground journalist network covering CES 2011, T-Mobile will be hosting a 4G-themed press event where audiences are expected to hear more about its plans to boost “theoretical” speeds to 42Mbps in 2011. There was also rumors that Sprint will unveil the HTC Shift, a 4G-capable slider. On the AT&T front, their newly purchased 700-MHz spectrum from Qualcomm will be integrated with its 4G downlink. AT&T needs major help in catching up to Verizon with its LTE deployment.

The first 4G LTE modem for Verizon Wireless was a tease, the carrier advanced its flirting techniques when it tweeted the following message: “Android and LTE – could it be like peanut butter and chocolate? YUM!” Sounds flirtatious indeed, especially if Android means both smart phone and tablet Androids. The service with the technology is bit high (i.e. provider charges $20 for 2GB of data on top of your smart phone plan)but that will change as competition in the segment increase.
















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Unfortunately, 3DTVs didn’t fly off the shelves in 2010 because the content market could not keep pace. The accessories including 3D glasses are expensive. They’re also not very fashionable to wear. But this will change as consumers demand more features and functions. No one can  really say who will lead the market, but the market will grow and eventually include  glasses-free 3D. This technology likely won’t enter the living room for a while, but the Nintendo 3DS is just one example of why glasses-free 3D could work well when there’s just one viewer. Notebooks, smart phones, and tablets are all prime candidates for a more immersive movie watching and mobile gaming experience.
























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We do not hear much these days because they are not MSI something new in the netbook space, but we certainly had some interesting to see them again at CES 2011, according to their latest announcement. There will be two “smart” pills WinPad debut with the Wintel platform and Android and sports g-sensor, light sensors and WiFi. With regard to compressed MSI Android, last we heard, there …












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LG has announced that they would see what they call the largest in the world LED 3D TV at CES 2011, LG LZ9700, which has a large 72-inch screen. LZ9700 The LG is the world’s largest 3D LCD backlit, has a refresh rate of 400 MHz, DLNA, Media Link, USB, plus one Magic Motion remotely. LG has unveiled what is certainly the first of many TV LED 3D processing. LX9500 is illuminated by the LED …













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Fujifilm has announced a new line of super-zoom cameras on the bridge in the company, AOS S-Series lineup at CES 2011, including the new Fujifilm FinePix S3200, S3300, S3400 and S4000, S2950 and FinePix 18X. All five cameras have 14-megapixel CCD, 3-inch display screen and can record 30 frames per second in 720p HD video. The S3200 has a 24x optical zoom, the S3300 has a 26x, 28x and …

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An option for workforce-readiness skills and technology training

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2011 International CES®.

Looking forward to seeing old contacts in Vegas for a few days.

To reduce environmental footprint and due to media feedback, the LVCC press room will only house electronic exhibitor press kits. Exhibitors are instructed to bring in a one page spec sheet in addition to an electronic format of choice; including USB, CDs or hosting online.

When chosing electronic press, remember that press kits are a one-stop source for the media and the public to get information about companies and products.

For mailing communication to the convention center, I recommend using the following;
Press Kit Mailing Address
Las Vegas Convention Center
2010 International CES
c/o GES Exposition Services
Exhibitor Name
Deliver To: PRESS ROOM, S229
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: 703‐907‐7603
prcontacts@CE.org

Please share your CES Special Events/Celebrity Appearances with UTE readers. If your company is planning a special concert with a popular chart-topper? How about an autograph session with Hollywood royalty or a product demonstration with a sports legend? If so, let us know!


Small Business Call Out are always a big hit at CES. Itis a great place for small businesses to make a big splash and get noticed. CNET editors are involved again this year working with CEA to highlight companies with extremely innovative NEW products for the 2011 CES. If you are a small business - with revenue under $30 million, please contact UTE. A short product description and bio about your company/founder and you will selected for coverage in UTE media network. Don’t miss this opportunity to start the buzz days before future CES like shows opens!

Newsworthy electronics that would lead the event attractions;

Good, Bad, and Ugly of Kindle DX

GOOD:

-- the larger screen is a definite plus. I use the larger type size on my Kindle 2 (older eyes), and at this type size I get far more text per page on the DX. This makes the whole reading experience more book-like.

-- the screen is also sharper and crisper than my other reading devices: the text is darker, and the contrast is much better, making for better visibility overall.

--  the larger screen also makes it possible to read literture reviews and poetry on the kindle, even at large type sizes. On earlier Kindles it was reported that the smaller screen cut off lines, so that you would lose the sense of when the author ended the line. On the DX, you can see the whole line exactly as the writer meant it. Basically, the cut-off is in the right location.

-- the PDF reader works as advertised, and is extremely convenient. PDF documents appear on the DX exactly as they do on a computer screen. Moreover, you can drag and drop your documents directly to the device using the USB cable (or use the for-a-fee email.) .

-- screen rotation also works as advertised: it operates as a mild zoom on both graphics and text and offsets slightly the downside of not being able to adjust the typesize on PDF documents. The four-way navigation stick introduced  is rotation-sensitive, and will move as expected relative to the screen rotation.

-- more of the device space is devoted to the screen, while the white plastic border around the screen seems to have shrunk, both in general. 

-- storage: I like the increase in storage space,. I can see some people having trouble with this, but only those folks who either
a) must regularly carry around PDF documents totalling more than 3 - 4 GB of space or
b) must have nearly 4000 books regularly at their fingertips.

BAD (i.e. noteworthy):
-  The lack of an external storage card

- You  cannot adjust the type size on imported PDF as you can with native Kindle documents

-- weight: the DX is heavier. This is only an issue if you regularly use the kindle with one hand.

-- keyboard: the keyboard does not have 5 rows, only 4 rows: the top row of numbers from the Kindle 1 and 2 has been merged into the top qwerty row, so that numbers are now only accessible with an alt-key combination. The keys are vertically thinner too, so that the whole keyboard is no more than 1" tall. At the same time, the keys themselves are a bit easier to press, a bit more protruding than on the Kindle 2. For the big finger users, this will be a slightly harder keyboard to use.

UGLY:
-- price: it's expensive, as you can tell pretty quickly. If you value the larger size, and the native PDF reader, these features justify the roughly 30% premium you pay for the DX over the Kindle 2. In truth, the DX must cost more than the Kindle 2, because it has more features and functions.

-- one-sided navigation buttons: all of the buttons are now on the right side, and none are on the left. Lefties have reason to complain in my opinion.

-- One-handed handling: I often read while I walk, with my Kindle in one hand, and something else in my other. Because of the button layout, this will be more difficult on the DX.

-- metal backing: I miss the tacky rubberized backing on my Kindle 1. When I placed my Kindle 1 on an inclined surface, it stayed in place. Not so my Kindle 2 and now my DX. This is not a complaint specific to the DX, but it's still there.


That's all I can see. Overall, the good outweigh the ugly and bad for me, and I'm satisfied with my purchase. I can now think of using my DX for research, theory and practice documents on a regular basis, because of the PDF reader. The screen size and screen rotation make the overall reading experience more like a virtual environment immersion. Please consider the following accessories with your purchase;

 

Consider your feet when running on urban concrete

Readers have spoken and as a listening blogger, I have added this post and selection based on readers counsel that some urban residents do more than walk the urban concrete - they run on it also.

Urban Relationship advice from a comedian and want to be ...

Personnally, I approve of Steve Harvey's hair style, selection of suits, the fact that he is a member of Omega Psi Phi, just like me, the fact that he provides for his family and a list of other qualities. The man is showing up everywhere providing laughs and counsel to hundreds of people. The Family Feud Show position was a interesting move that should give him a true platform for inspiring others. If you have purchased any of the following books then my readers and me would like to hear your opinions about the impact on your urban relationships.