August 23, 2017

They’re some of the coolest features in a new car, but those touch screen and hands-free systems may also increase the risk of an accident. A AAA study found that the more sophisticated the task was the more likely it could distract a driver. Their best advice is to make all settings before you take the car out of Park and don’t answer texts or post to social media when you’re behind the wheel. Source Link
 
Make sure the “eyes” have it when you’re packing for that next trip. Many people aren’t prepared if their contact lenses are lost or can’t be worn while you’re away from home. Be sure to bring eyeglasses and extra contacts with you and don’t assume that a foreign destination will have water that can be used for cleaning contacts. Source Link
 
Emojis may be fun in texts and social media but they could be real trouble on the job. A study found that work emails including a smiley face made people think the sender was less competent. Researchers say smiley face emojis didn’t increase the odds for an email reply or convey the same feelings as a real smile. Source Link