July 26, 2013

Online self-tests that measure your risk of Alzheimer’s are getting an “F” from experts who say most of them are unreliable. And all of the tests that were evaluated scored poorly at protecting privacy or clearly explaining test results. Eight out of ten Internet users, including many older persons, seek health information or diagnoses online. Source Link

Your kitchen and bathroom may be safe from tiny hands, but is your technology toddler-proofed? You can disable power buttons on laptop or desktop computers and use power strip covers to prevent accidental switch-offs. And be sure that smartphone has a good screen lock to keep a curious child from opening apps or dialing a call. Source Link

Why watch a flat screen when you can get ahead of the curve with the latest in TV technology. Samsung and LG are unveiling new curved screen TVs that are easier to view from sides of the room using a screen with a thin, bendable layer of organic LEDs. Your wallet will need to be more flexible too, because the curved TVs are priced at $15,000. Source Link