July's Digital Life from Lökwest - Windows 11, gadgets, streaming TV, and Lego magic!
The lazy days of summer have arrived, but the technology updates continue! We hope you had a safe and relaxing Fourth of July weekend, and are looking forward to a nice July.
This month's big update was the announcement of Windows 11. Microsoft says it will arrive "around the holidays", so you have plenty of time to learn what to expect. We're getting you started with a couple of articles this month. In the meantime, are you in the market for a new gadget? We've included a guide with some great 2021 gadget ideas.
Moving on, take time to read about how too much online sharing can be dangerous and how technology saved the world last year. Finish up your reads by becoming every kid's Lego hero, and then line up your summer streaming TV schedule!
Stay cool out there! 😎🌞🌞
In the news...
Microsoft announces Windows 11, with a new design, Start menu, and more — www.theverge.com
Last week, Microsoft announced that Windows 11 will arrive at the end of the year. Here's a good primer on what to expect, including a simpler Start menu, UI changes, and an updated Windows store.
Windows 11 will run Android apps thanks to Amazon and Intel — thenextweb.com
Here's another big announcement related to Windows 11. Microsoft announced it will be able to run Android apps, thanks to the Amazon Appstore and Intel Bridge technology. This means most of your phone apps can run natively on the PC for the first time. No Google apps are included for now.
Here are the best gadgets of 2021 (so far) — mashable.com
The year's halfway over - are you in the gadget shopping mode yet? We've already seen colorful iMacs, cheap but quality Amazon earbuds, and much more. Join Mashable as they rank the best gadgets of 2021.
To read and contemplate...
When does sharing become oversharing? — www.theverge.com
Social media has become a space where personal information can be hugely powerful — but sharing on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter can come with huge risks as well. This is a great read from The Verge on how much you may be exposing yourself every day.
Technology Saves the World — future.a16z.com
From VC guru/creator of Netscape Marc Andreessen, this is a HIGHLY recommended read. It's amazing to think about what the last year would have been like without technology being where it is.
Let's have some fun!
Brickit: Rebuild your Lego — brickit.app
If you have an iPhone, you can become every Lego lover's superhero with this new app. Using augmented reality, you use the phone to scan a pile of Lego bricks that you have on hand. The app does its magic using artificial intelligence and gives you plans and instructions for everything you can build with them. Stimulate some creativity today!
The Ringer Guide to Streaming in July — www.theringer.com
A sampling of the best stuff hitting Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV+, and more in July from the Ringer. Got an Apple TV+ trial subscription that you've never fired up? You're in luck! The new season of Ted Lasso is dropping, and you won't want to miss it! 🙂
In Tech History - remember the Amiga?
Commodore Amiga Introduced — thisdayintechhistory.com
July 23, 1985 - Commodore introduces its Amiga personal computer, also known as the Amiga 1000 or A1000. Featuring a multitasking, windowed operating system, color graphics, and stereo sound among other features ahead of its time, the Amiga developed a loyal user following that remained strong even as the PC market became increasingly consolidated between the dominant IBM-compatible PCs and Apple Macintosh computers.
⭐⭐What a bargain!⭐⭐
256 KB (0.000256 GB) of memory, a 7.16 Mhz processor (0.007 Ghz), a 3.5" floppy disc (forget about a hard drive)
Retail price: US$1,595 (equivalent to $3,838 in 2020)
Come to school!
Lökwest Common Sense Tech Academy — lokwest.gurucan.com
Did you know we have an online school? Right now, there are two courses available for you to take. Take an online course today and improve your relationship with technology. These self-paced courses are only $29!