Washers that fraternize with dryers, refrigerators that nag you about expired milk, ventilation systems that whisper sweet nothings to your smartphone. Avoiding smart technology altogether may soon be impossible.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Bond measure approval will fuel state’s goal of expanding rural broadband
Voters approved a $15 million bond last week to push high-speed internet service into more low-density areas of Maine.
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Maine’s days as 207 are numbered, because the area code’s ‘exhausted’
The state is running out of usable phone numbers to assign to its beloved area code, forcing regulators to consider adding a second one.
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Portland startup gets expedited federal review for stroke recovery product
A program developed by MedRhythms uses sensors, music and software to help stroke survivors overcome walking impairment.
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Marine engineering firm expands to Portland waterfront
Navatek, a global marine systems engineering firm, has moved into 4,800 square feet of new laboratory and shop space on West Commercial Street.
Posted inNation / World
Tech-assisted COVID-19 tracking having some issues
Tech companies have offered database tools to help with tracing efforts, but privacy efforts are a concern because of the need to store detailed information about people and their contacts.
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Top video apps for staying connected with family and friends during the pandemic
Since we are all home now as we social-distance from our jobs, schools, activities and pretty much everything under the sun, we have to be creative about how we can interact digitally with those closest to us. The good news is that we are living in 2020, when peer-to-peer video technology over the years has […]
Posted inSports
Shopping (or window shopping) for a boat? These 4 boat shows have you covered
Featuring cutting-edge technology, competitions for teens, and deals on boats, Maine’s boat show season has something for boaters of all ages and sorts.
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Attorney General Barr suggests big tech should be accountable for harmful content
He says it may be time for significant changes to a key part of federal law that shields the companies from liability for their users’ posts.
Posted inBusiness
Can you get through a meal without your phone?
In one case, Maine diners will get a discount on their check in return.