Tag: digital

  • Social Distancing, Not Alone

    Are we a little confused about “Social Distancing”? How does one interact with “new fun friends” in the grip of Coronavirus Pandemic?  I have a  suggestion or two.  Let’s face it.  We are all a bit paranoid. Everyday the headlines read like a science fiction film.  If your fun partner has a cough, should you […]

  • IFA 2018 Final

    IFA 2018 Final

    IFA coverage sponsored by Canon Camera/Werbung  Stay tuned for for more highlights and round up from the world of tech.

  • IFA Berlin Continues

    IFA Berlin Continues

    IFA 2018 coverage sponsored by Canon Camera/Werbung 

  • In with the Old, Out with the Smart.

    In with the Old, Out with the Smart.

    The best way to avoid all the issues of data collection and privacy matters, go retro.   A classic is always in style.  Are smartphones falling out of fashion? The more we learn about data gathering, the answer is becoming clearer.  In the Age of Hyper Connectivity,  digital arms length is looking like a safer […]

  • Toodles, Facebook?

    Toodles, Facebook?

    Given the current crisis involving Facebook and CA, Black and Paper has decided to place its Facebook account on hold, no more postings for the moment. Although no laws have been broken, we feel the current level of trust is eroding on the social media platform. Why? It was an open secret about the Data […]

  • IFA Day 3

    IFA Day 3

    IFA Day 3 Is Blackberry making a comeback?  The sleek and sexy smartphone brand was looking good in the form of the KEYone. Livall has a smart tech helmet for cyclists with many features including hands free phone use, smart lighting, and speakers.  The BH51 style comes in many colors. Urban ears mixed Scandinavian minimalism […]

  • IFA 2017 Coming Soon

    IFA 2017 Coming Soon

    Counting down to IFA 2017 has started.  The latest consumer electronic trends from connected homes, drones, smartphones, and vr are on the agenda. Coverage starts September 30th from Berlin.  

  • Gear S3 from Samsung

    Gear S3 from Samsung

    At IFA 16 Samsung unveiled its latest smartwatch, the Gear S3.  My verdict: NO! Still not compelling enough or stylish to warrant a purchase. I got a personal demonstration, then had hands on time. Coming in two styles, the first is based on an elegant classic design style.  The second is a sportier, rugged design […]

  • IFA Day 1

    IFA Day 1

    Acer has an interesting product line up this season from the ailing tech company, the brand introduced devices ranging from interacting toys for pets to a hyped up gaming pc. The Pawbo is for pets lovers all over the world who feel guilty about their four legged friends alone.   An interactive gadget is designed for […]