Articles by Judy Mottl
Minnesota smartphone kill switch kicks in next July, state is first in nation to mandate handset feature
But not everyone thinks it's a valuable or viable solution to stopping smartphone theft. One expert goes as far as to call it moronic.
Hispanic wireless service to debut courtesy of T-Mobile, Univision, Walmart
"Univision Mobile" is a wireless service designed specifically for the Hispanic American consumer that will debut at Walmart next Monday. The service will feature programming and insights customized for the Hispanic computing and smartphone user.
Google Glass redefines the art of beta by making wanna-be Explorers pay for an early look
Google is now in 'beta' with Google Glass and banking on tech nerds to grab up its $1500 computing eye wear as it collects feedback. But there's more than one good reason to wait for the next gen-innovation: Samsung.
Want some sugar with that breakfast cereal? No need as most kids' cereals have a big sugar load already
Parents urged to read nutrition labels carefully as cereal makers are not highlighting how much sugar cereals feature. The study says kids are already eating two to three times more sugar that's recommended.
Jawbone fitness band adds driving feature; new health tracking gear for babies coming
There is yet another wave of wearables coming to market and they're aimed at the toddler set. Meanwhile Jawbone fitness band maker is truly driving into a new product strategy.
Alternative to the e-cigarette: A smart lighter that may help smokers kick the habit
Boston-based venture is crowdsourcing funding to get new lighter in development. It's being described as a way for smokers to manage and, if desired, quit the habit.
Michigan lawmakers mull semi-ban on indoor e-cigarette use
The devices would not be included under the Clean Indoor Air Act. Lawmakers say the compromise is needed to get new law on the books.
Bullying triggers protein level spike that may play into adult-related health issues, says study
Latest research on the effects of bullying reveals a chemical reaction, which may be the reason people bullied as children often have mental and physical health issues in their adult life.
Solvent, paint exposure beyond moderate level could be a memory buster, says new study
Researchers say long periods of exposure to paint, glue and solvents may have a lasting effect on a person's memory. That's not good news given solvents are very common in the U.S. culture, states the study.
BlackBerry builds a BlackBerry just for Indonesia, but will it kick-start BlackBerry as a smartphone leader?
New handset reflects more than just another smartphone market contender. It signals BlackBerry's official rebound into a space where it once dominated.
E-cigarettes are not a good nicotine-quitting approach or completely harmless, says study
Another day, another study on e-cigarettes and whether they're harmless or harmful. This report rebukes claims that the electronic smoking devices help smokers quit the habit.
NY lawmakers hear feedback on e-cigarette ban proposal; Senate hearing on devices Thursday
Debate over safety and health issues with e-cigarettes isn't dying down anytime soon. State lawmakers and federal officials are examining health impact of the vapor devices.
Egads! Red wine, dark chocolate aren't helping fight cancer, heart disease says new study
The crushing news to red wine and dark chocolate lovers comes from a new nine-year research effort on a group of seniors living in wine country in Italy. It's enough to make one want a glass of Chianti.
NYC phone booths may be wireless hot spots by summer of 2015
The city administration is looking to expand Wi-Fi access and one way may be to turn city public pay phone booths into hot spots. It's just one part of the city's strategy to make wireless access ubiquitous in the city that never sleeps.
New York lawmakers mulling e-cigarette ban in indoor public places
The proposal comes just weeks after Chicago enacted its e-cigarette ban in indoor public places and at the same time a federal agency is looking for comment on e-cigarette marketing and how to stop sales to minors.
5 free Mother's Day gifts that don't cost anything except thought and time
Some last minute ideas could make Sunday, Mother's Day, the most spectacular for both you and mom and none require a credit card, a power drill or waiting on a line.
Soy sauce element, yawning cause, sun's sibling are among top 5 scientific revelations of the week
Get caught up on the latest science and research reports. Yes, soy sauce is being investigated as a potential drug to stopping the spread of HIV.
Think you're too old at 40 to be an endurance athlete? You're way wrong, says study
It's not too late to get back to those glory days of being an athlete. If you're nearing middle age and thinking your endurance athlete days are decades behind you then you're completely wrong as a new study reveals you can get back to that fitness level and even get the heart healthy you had in your 30s.
Hey men, forget the smartwatch and fitness band and track vitals, health with a shirt
Wearable shirts using a black box and an app promise to help men track vital signs and keep fitness goals on track. And they're snazzy to wear as well.
Is Oyster the Netflix of the online book world? Apparently it is for a lot of reading fans
Online book service hits 500K inventory mark as e-reading as a hobby is getting more fans. While e-reader devices are still mainstay product smartphones are catching up quick.
Social conflicts, family arguments can lead to increased risk of dying early, says new study
New study claims constant arguments can take a toll on the human body and lead to early death in mid-life stage.
Vitamin D levels may impact body pain threshold, says study
How much pain you can bear may just depend on how much vitamin D you have in your body, according to the latest research regarding vitamin D.
Eat those fruits and veggies and you'll keep heart stroke risk low, says study
Not only do apples keep the doctor away, four to five daily servings of fruit and vegetables can keep the heart stroke risk down.
Yawning alot? It's just your body trying to regulate your brain temperature
If you're yawning it's likely due your body's intent to protect the brain in certain weather conditions, says new research.
It's back: Cassette storage tape tech reappears thanks to Sony
The cassette can hold 47 million songs. When one thinks data storage, it's all about small and powerful and cheap. The image of a cassette tape doesn't come into the picture, especially for those under the age of 30 years old.
Samsung Galaxy design chief departs as musical chairs game among smartphone players continues
Design leader will run Samsung design center and not be at forefront of Galaxy handset design. Samsung's top mobile design executive is leaving his current post but not the company and the why is a big topic in news reports Thursday with some claiming it had to do with less-than-stellar reviews of the Galaxy S5.
Promising drug news for muscular dystrophy patients; but no breakthrough, warn researchers
Blood flow impact is encouraging, say researchers, but more investigation is needed. Erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension medicine can help re-energize blood flow for those suffering from Duchenne muscular dystrophy, according to a new study published in Neurology.
E-Cigarette vapor particles are settling in users' lungs, says study
A long hard drag on an e-cigarette could be lodging vapor particles in lung tissue which researchers say could pose a risk.
Move over Google, Epson is truly first and second to market with computer eyewear
The second-gen Moverio BT-200 glasses work with Bluetooth, most Android apps and offers 2D or 3D images.
Why the $20 smartphone won't be the next burner cellphone
Reports claim low-end priced smartphones don't have a long consumer tail. But that may not be the case given consumer demand for apps and a market that has yet to be tapped.
