The famous Siri from Apple’s iPhones might finally have some kind of competition. Amazon has released a machine called Echo, a tiny cylindrical device that connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The device is always on and listening for commands, and it has a 360-degree speaker for greater sound potential. It […]
Author: Josh Cagle
Photo Exhibit Explores Taoist Philosophy
Part of the Tao of Photography Exhibit (Photo by Pete Bender) On Thursday, November 6, the Tao of Photography exhibit got underway at the UCBA Annex Gallery. The event was curated by Professor Michael Sanders, Chair of the UCBA eMedia Department. Sanders went into detail, explaining the philosophy behind the […]
Technology: Google Exec Alan Eustace Sets Sky Diving Record
Just when you thought you knew what Google was up to, one of their executives shook it up. Alan Eustace, the Senior Vice President of Google, broke the world record for high altitude sky diving (a record that was last set only two years ago by Felix Baumgartner), reaching an […]
Tao of Photography Exhibit at Annex Through Dec. 5
An unidentified UCBA student took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather last Monday to sling a hammock between two trees in front of Muntz Hall and take a nap. (Photo by Sue Sipple) The Tao of Photography exhibit, which began Monday, October 27, continues through December 5 in the UC Blue […]
Technology: Windows Plays Catchup With Newest Operating System
Windows users will be glad to hear the news of the up-and-coming Windows 10, Microsoft’s newest operating system. Many people who used Windows 8, which was the last installment in the Windows series, thought that the system could have used a lot of work. Getting rid of the start menu, […]
Technology: Shellshock Flaw Concerns Mac and Unix Users
If there was ever something to be worried about in today’s technology based culture, it is viruses and malware. In late September, a new form of virus had been found and is called the Shellshock Flaw. The flaw makes it possible for potential hackers to have access to unauthorized information, […]
UCBA Students Chosen for Art Exhibit
Four UCBA students were recently chosen to participate in this year’s FotoFocus student art exhibit. These students were Shawna Dicarlo, Marcus Evans, Mandee Logsdon, and Brian Pfaff, all current students in the eMedia program. The FotoFocus Biennial is a month-long celebration and appreciation of photography and other lens-based art forms, […]
Technology: Apple Unleashes iPhone 6 and iWatch
On September 9 in Cupertino California, Apple announced their new lineup of upcoming products. The devices announced ranged from the newest edition of the iPhone (iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus), to the first edition of the Apple Watch, and even a new operat- ing system in iOS8. The iPhone […]
New Club on Campus
There is a new club on campus this year, the UCBA Chemisty Club or Chem Club for short. According to Club President Matt Mc- Daniel, the Chem Club works to build an overall understanding and appreciation of chemistry and the different aspects that it entails. Not only do these students […]