Modern society has turned into a disposable culture over the last two decades. Before the 80s, people were more conscious about the gadgets and appliances they have in their homes. They take very good care of them and if they do malfunction, the first thing adults did was to bring it to a repair shop or troubleshoot it themselves. Very rarely do you see them shrug their shoulders, throw away the broken gadget, and then buy a new one.

We are living in an age where science fiction meets tech reality, and the prevalence of all-in-one tablet-and-PC devices is making this even more true. On April 12 Asus released the Transformer AiO, its take on the all-in-one phenomenon. With this tablet, you can simply pick up your PC monitor and take it with you. Here's everything you want to know to decide if the Transformer is right for you. Functionality of the Asus Transformer AiO The Asus Transformer AiO is more than just a tablet. What makes this tablet unique is the fact that it can function as a typical, inclusive PC. In fact, when it's connected to the PC Station, you will hardly know that it's a not a traditional PC. However, if you wish to use it as an Android device, simply detach the screen and go. While much larger, and much heavier, than the iPad, the Transformer offers full Android functionality. When you detach the screen, it switches automatically from Windows 8 to the Android OS. What if you want to use both? That's fairly simple, just use the base's HDMI-port to attach a monitor and you can use both Android and Windows 8 simultaneously on the split screens. This is what sets it apart from similar all-in-one units.

Picking out the perfect birthday gift requires considering not only the child's interests, but the parents preferences. When you're shopping, stick to toys with proven track records that will encourage kids in developing their interests. Of course, you want them to have some fun with these gifts, too! 1. Nintendo DSi: By the time they reach elementary school, many kids start requesting their first video game console. This system is the perfect one for handheld gaming, and it also doubles as a camera, which is an added perk. They can play all sorts of games on the console, including those in the LEGO series, Let's Draw, and classics like Super Mario Brothers. If you would rather the child not have a personal game console, another option is the family-friendly Nintendo Wii.

I hate driving, but mainly because city traffic and drivers can give you a heart attack at the best of times. Driving out in the open country roads with the beautiful scenery to entertain you is something that is altogether different. And it can be even more fun if you're in the passenger seat. Taking a road trip to wherever you feel like on a weekend, spontaneously or not, can do wonders. If you have not done this recently, maybe it's time that you did. Before you do that, though, make sure you get these essential gadgets for a fun road trip packed and ready.

Image via lidovky Criminals are a cowardly and superstitious lot. Oh wait – that’s Batman’s bit. What I meant to say was that criminals, as much as they might think themselves clever, are a rather simple bunch. Oftentimes they merely want to be able to steal something – anything – and get away quick.   Speed is often the name of the game when it comes to burglars. Get in, get out with the booty – hopefully without being caught. But there are simple ways to defend against burglars. You can actually use bits of stuff you may have lying around the house to improve your home security.   Broken Laptop Leave a ...

Satellite television is the preferred choice of many people primarily because of its quality programming and reception. While it is now strongly competing with cable TV and internet TV, it remains to have a significant number of subscribers. In the U.S., the number of households with satellite TV subscription reached 66.8 million as of 2012. In Europe, DBS satellite services had an overall market share of 21.4 percent and Australia, this type of TV service is also a more popular option among homeowners because of the distances in population centers. In far flung areas, this is the most feasible option for receiving channels from news and soaps to movies and sports. Satellite TV, similar to cable, utilizes digital technology to bring numerous channels to homes. The main difference is the use of satellite, a box and dish that needs to be installed outside the house or building. Quality of video and sound is also what attracts subscribers. But this aspect is also dependent on the position of the dish outside the home or apartment building.

Christmas is just a few days away. The malls are crowded, the stores are out of stock, and you still haven’t bought a gift for your special someone.  If he or she happens to be an avid Apple user, then you’re in luck. There are lots of gadgets and gizmos that you can get within hours of ordering. These are the perfect last-minute gifts!

Trying to take care of yourself is hard enough. But it’s even more difficult when you’re also trying to keep track of the innumerable tasks, appointments and other needs of your family members. Thankfully, mobile technology is catching up with modern home management needs and is unveiling new tools to share some of the workload. A number of cheap or low-cost applications can be installed onto your mobile phones and tablet PCs to make many daily routines easier and more efficient. Here are five home management apps that can help you manage your home better while freeing up more of your time.

The UK-based air traffic control organization, National Air Traffic Services (NATS) recently announced they were making the leap to flash storage for their cloud-based infrastructure. The big idea is that by moving data to a flash-based storage array system they can increase flexibility, scalability and efficiency of operations. According to a representative over at NATS, the cloud infrastructure would improve collaboration within their organization, and reduce system failures all across the board. The thing is, they’re actually right. Not just that, but many companies are following suit. Why? Flash storage is both lightning fast and becoming increasingly affordable for both large and enterprise-level companies to adopt.

 

Whenever a new mobile phone has just come out, it’s customary to compare it with the current leader of the pack to see how it measures up. The hottest, latest smartphone right now is Apple’s iPhone 5, while the reigning champ is Samsung’s Galaxy S3. Which one of these is better? Let’s find out how each one stacks up.   Design and construction At first glance, this category seemed like a no-brainer: the iPhone 5’s stunning industrial design and craftsmanship has certainly no equal. However, the Galaxy S3’s slightly curved rear end feels better to the touch, compared to the iPhone’s stark corners. However, the case for the S3 goes downhill when you pore over its cheap-looking plastic body, versus the iPhone 5’s aluminum construction.