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Google Glass Can Help People Suffering from Parkinson’s Disease
Google Glass is being tested to determine if the device can be used to help people suffering from Parkinson’s disease. Newcastle University in the U.K. conducted a series of tests in which Parkinson’s sufferers volunteered to use the device to see if it can help them take care of certain symptoms and behaviors.
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Microsoft Introduces Skype TX for Broadcasters with Top Grade Video
Microsoft Corp. announced on Monday Skype TX, a new version of their VoIP service that is designed specifically for professional broadcasters.
Mazda 6 Spider Recall: 42,000 Vehicles Pulled Back For Fire Hazard
Mazda is recalling 42,000 vehicles because spiders can create a fire hazard when clamped on two of the cars parts.
California Bill that Could End SeaWorld’s Orca Shows by Outlawing Captive Whales is Shelved
Lawmakers in California put a bill that would end SeaWorld’s orca shows on hold Tuesday. The legislation would outlaw the use of trained captive killer whales at shows at the famous Shamu stadium.
Mars Petcare Agrees to Purchase Certain Proctor and Gamble Brands For $2.9 Billion
Mars Petcare is purchase Procter and Gamble for $2.9 billion. Mars Petcare's $2. 9 billion cash purchase of Procter and Gamble brands IAMS, EUKANUBA, and NATURA brands making them apart of Mars' Pedigree, Whiskas, Banfield, and Royal Canin.
Four Former Taco Bell Interns Claim They Came Up With the Doritos Locos Tacos Idea, Just Want Recognition
A former Taco Bell intern and another three reportedly entered an idea for the company's Doritos Locos Tacos.
Humans Take Jobs from Robots in Toyota Plants in Japan
Toyota Motor Corp. has decided to replace automated machines in some factories in Japan with human workers. Japan has 309,400 industrial robots, which is more than any country has.
American Airlines, U.S. Airways Modify Checked Bag Policies
American Airlines and U.S. Airways are altering their guidelines for checking bags. Passengers utilizing accumulated frequent flyer mileage to receive a plane ticket at no charge could be asked to fund checking bags The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.
New XBox Video Game Controller Can Read Gamer's Emotions
A doctoral student at Stanford has come up with a game controller that can measure bio-parameters, like heart rate, to provide feedback to the game and improve gameplay.
New Report Reveals Google May Develop Android TV
Google may be starting a new set-top box called Android TV. Major video app providers are currently building for the platform.