Given the volume of players and picks involved in the NFL Draft, data mining efficiently is extremely important. The 49ers and SAP developed a draft app called SAP Scouting, which the front office can access from secure smart phones, laptops, and iPads.
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49ers Utilize SAP in 2013 NFL Draft
Posted by
NicoleKiraly (#2) 25 days ago
(http://www.ninersnation.com)
First Ever Braille Smartphone Could Hit Stores This Year
Posted by
tjwilliams1 (#43) 26 days ago
(http://news.cnet.com)
New phones with touch screens that transform images and text into touchable patterns, enabling blind users to interpret facial expressions, maps, and graphics.
SAP Africa Workforce to Double as Oil-Rich States Courted
Posted by
tnking (#42) 25 days ago
(http://www.bloomberg.com)
SAP is expanding business into oil and gas-rich African countries. SAP wants to double the number of employees in Africa to 1,200 by 2015.
One of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects was reportedly on the US government’s database of people it believes to be terrorists. The news raises questions of what federal agencies knew, and whether they could have done more to prevent the attack.
Windows 8 lifts Microsoft's profit 19%
Posted by
bcmcgann (#4) 27 days ago
(http://money.cnn.com)
Although PC markets are slumping, Windows 8 which is the software for Nokia cell-phones. Windows 8 also has products like Xbox and Office who's sales have also increased.
Microsoft files patent for new open windows viewer
Posted by
lacerbo (#43) 30 days ago
(http://www.computerworld.com)
Microsoft filed a patent for a new window browsing method. The new system would be similar to the old OS X program Expose. The new system would give a way to view the current open windows on the desktop and lets users cycle through those windows.
Brainwaves Could Make Passwords Old School
Posted by
aatavalone (#19) 35 days ago
(http://www.technewsworld.com)
A technology to replace traditional passwords is in the making. This new technology will allow for people to unlock their computers and login by thinking of certain things. This will reduce the issue of hacked passwords.
3D Printed Organs from Regenerative Living Cells
Posted by
aatavalone (#19) 29 days ago
(http://www.designboom.com)
In a recent breakthrough, a 3D printing technique has been developed that produces clusters of human embryonic stem cells. This could help build replacement organs for patients, eliminate the need for organ donation and end transplant rejection.
Sports Goggles Can Provide Vital Data and Distraction
Posted by
vregnatuk (#47) 27 days ago
(http://www.nytimes.com)
Oakley creates a pair of ski/snowboarding goggles that show your speed, altitude, and incoming text messages
Facebook said to construct huge data center in Iowa
Posted by
jtchan (#54) 27 days ago
(http://venturebeat.com)
Facebook is reportedly opening a new, $1.5 billion data center in Altoona, Iowa.
Apple reveals how long Siri keeps your data
Posted by
rmnicholson (#29) 28 days ago
(http://www.cnn.com)
While Siri is helpful and informative to many, people should be careful about what they say to their personal digital assistant, even if it is not linked to users. If one speaks into Apple's personal digital assistant data is shipped off for analysis.
Nokia's wireless chargers perk up local coffee shops
Posted by
Jawittpenn (#31) 27 days ago
(http://www.cnet.com)
Nokia has decided to now sponsor wireless charging stations at coffee shops and in Virgin American's airports lounges. This new technology allows the user to simply place their phone on the table and it will actually begin to charge it with out any wires
Barnes & Noble Rethinks Its Strategy for the Nook
Posted by
jachoroszy (#17) 27 days ago
(http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com)
Barnes & Noble has seen a significant drop in sales due to the increase in the nook/tablet/e-reader competition. They look to a new strategy by focusing on the digital content within the Nook rather than focusing on its physical size.
Designing for Calm
Posted by
tbmissett (#82) 28 days ago
(http://www.nytimes.com)
Designing hospital spaces with intent to reduce human aggression is an effective way to calm emotionally troubled patients through architecture.
HapiFork:Vibrating novelty or health revolution
Posted by
sasanticcioli (#43) 28 days ago
(http://news.cnet.com)
HapiFork a new innovation in utensils, measure the amount of food you eat per minute and how fast you eat a meal. The company recently debuted this on Kickstarter hoping to raise 100,000 but also help lessen diseases such as diabetes and weight issues.
Google Emulates Apple in Restricting Apps for Glass
Posted by
dsaitta (#5) 32 days ago
(http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com)
Google released extensive guidelines for software developers who want to build apps for Glass. Developers cannot sell ads in apps, collect user data for ads, share data with ad companies or distribute apps elsewhere.
Infosys is quickly falling behind competitors TCS and HCL Tech as the latter expand and thrive in the infrastructure management services. As Infosys continues to focus on IT services, they continue to produce low profit margins.
Nokia: Instagram Coming to Windows Phone
Posted by
mmsievers (#7) 29 days ago
(http://www.gottabemobile.com)
An Instagram application that will be compatible for Nokia's Windows Phones is being developed. Android and iOS phones already run Instagram applications, so this will allow Windows Phones to provide their clients with the same features.
'Smart fork' may help you lose weight
Posted by
tjtantillo (#35) 28 days ago
(http://www.cnn.com)
With the new invention of the HapiFork, buyers will be able to track how fast they are eating as a way to control their weight. Data from the fork is automatically sent to a smartphone via bluetooth, so users can track their progress.
"Algae-powered" building opens in Germany
Posted by
gmkelly (#23) 32 days ago
(http://www.gizmag.com)
Splitterwerk Architects and engineering firm Arup has shown the blueprints and concepts for the worlds first algae-powered building, taking green energy to a whole new level.
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a short conversation between two or more people which discusses key concepts underpinning current events and news articles.
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