Category Archives: From The Lab

New Robots Aid Humans – Or do they?

Most modern robots are automated pieces of technology whose sole purpose is to provide automated or assisted tasks to the ageing population in their own homes and assisted living care facilities. There are many different kinds of robots in service or in prototype form ranging from automated … Continue reading

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Microsoft Health Vault – Is this the Future?

Microsoft Health Vault is an emerging technology which empowers consumers to control their personal health records. This technology allows consumers to organize and store their health information in one place, to access their health records whenever and wherever they want … Continue reading

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GE QuietCare Works!

GE QuietCare was formed from a combination of GE Healthcare’s Home Health Division and Intel’s Digital Health Group. they jointly build on a legacy of product excellence, leadership in health care solutions and advocacy, and world-class innovation. GE QuietCare transforms eldercare with advanced … Continue reading

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Christchurch New Zealand – A technology focused rebuild?

This is one of the big million dollar questions being asked by business, rate payers, and city planners. Some are asking just how much technology? What kind of applications will we see?, How will it look? and, Who will fund … Continue reading

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Intel re-defines the transistor

Intel Corporation released details about their breakthrough in transistor technology which will power next generation processors. It differs from traditional technology where transistors are typically flat or planar design. This new innovation follows Moores Law and shifts the design to … Continue reading

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