Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the rumors floating around regarding the new iPad and what exactly the post-pc geniuses were planning to release. On Wednesday, March 7th, Apple revealed their widely anticipated 3rd generation device to the masses. With this anticipation in mind, I’ve done my research and have decided to finally […]
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Workshop 1: iPhoto
March 8th, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
Briggs – Journalism Next: Chapter 10
March 7th, 2012 — briggs, comm361, ryanglass
Chapter 10 of Journalism Next, provided by Mark Briggs, specifies how important connecting with the audience really is. Briggs claims creating said connection makes the feeling of a conversation, and that interactivity is taking place between the writer and the reader. To do this, he suggests: – Using simple language to create and easy, well-flowing […]
You don’t use Facebook, Facebook uses you
March 6th, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
Fairfax, VA — A common misconception with social media is that it’s primarily just a tool to reconnect with others. Well, while that may be true, it’s not the only reason. The reason Facebook and other social media platforms are free, is because, well they essentially sell your information to third-party companies, typically advertising companies. […]
A Confusing Slideshow
March 1st, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
Looking forward to the iPad 3?
March 1st, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
With just a few days left until Apple’s newest gadget is released, fanatics are anxious to get their hands on the latest generation iPad. As always, Apple hasn’t officially said anything about the new device, and won’t until March 7th. With this in mind, there are a few naysayers that believe the device doesn’t even […]
The Amazon Kindle? Not an iPad killer
February 28th, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
It’s been some time now since Amazon decided to dive into the tablet universe, which has provided users with ample time to use and discuss what they like and dislike about the product. The initial comments classified the Kindle Fire as an “iPad Killer”, but as time progressed users realized that this was never a […]
Briggs – Journalism Next: Chapter 6
February 24th, 2012 — briggs, comm361, ryanglass
Photography, whether printed or digital, can easily make an “alright” story into an absolutely captivating story. Years ago many journalists often found themselves lugging around massive laptop-like devices and huge still-photography cameras. Nowadays, just about everyone and their brother can become a journalist and photographer. With the introduction of high-resolution/high-megapixel cameras embedded in cell phones, […]
Briggs – Journalism Next: Chapter 5
February 23rd, 2012 — briggs, comm361, ryanglass
With the ever-changing world of technology, the mobile platform now finds itself as a primary tool for journalists. Growing more and more popular every year, journalists are now finding mobile phones and other devices to prepare them for anything, at any time. One can easily share digital media, tweet, update their facebook, etc., on the […]
Dad shoots daughter’s laptop after Facebook post
February 16th, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass
North Carolina — After finding out about a disrespectful post on Facebook about him, this North Carolina father finds a new way to punish his daughter. The bizzare punishment? Unload a round of bullets into his daughter’s brand new laptop. That’s right, Tommy Jordan took upon himself to destroy his daughter’s laptop after just preparing […]
Mason pulls off a nice win!
February 16th, 2012 — comm361, ryanglass