Category Archives: popTECH

popTECH is written and edited by talkTECH Communications Co-founder & President, Kristen Tischhauser. Post topics include emerging technology product reviews and thoughts on the intersection between pop culture and technology.

US Presidential Election 2012 Apps

Posted on by Kelly Byrd

Obama For America (OFA) has released an app for iOS and Android to promote voter engagement. Per TechCrunch, the app streams campaign news, voting locations, registration information and volunteer opportunities, and synchronizes with Facebook, Twitter, email, SMS, and a dashboard. It also allows for campaign donations and for voters to see the latest ID laws in [...]

Journalist’s Guide to Infographics

Posted on by Fareesa Dastagir

Infographics are gaining popularity and are being used more frequently as a compliment to thoughtful content and to increase SEO. Since infographics, usually present complex information or data visualization quickly and clearly, they are a great resource for journalists. As some journalists are still new to utilizing infographics, we wanted to show how it really is [...]

Virtual vs. “The Real Thing”: Where Do We Draw The Line?

Posted on by Kristen Tischhauser

  What are your thoughts on the ghostly re-appearance of West Coast rap legend Tupac Shakur a.k.a. “Holopac” at Coachella? Creepy OR amazing? I personally think Dr. Dre’s vision is innovative and exciting from an entertainment standpoint – what better way to enjoy music from legendary artists of the past (especially if you were not [...]

AR Glasses as a Productivity Tool

Posted on by Fareesa Dastagir

The future is almost here! The future of tech that is! Now all we’re waiting for is the invention of flying cars… Everyone in the tech world have been raving about the latest technology in augmented reality glasses. Google recently announced their ambitious Project Glass, which allows users to send messages, use maps, take pictures [...]

How is Augmented Reality Changing the World Around You?

Posted on by Fareesa Dastagir

If you haven’t heard the term “Augmented Reality” (AR) yet, you may be living in a bubble. That was me a few months ago. Now that I’ve read about AR, it’s fascinating to learn of all the possibilities this technology enables. AR is becoming the most interactive technology on mobile devices, allowing us to experience [...]

Top 10 Tech Startup Lingo We Can’t Live Without

Posted on by Fareesa Dastagir

API? SDK? MVP? …WTF? Welcome to the world of tech startup lingo. If you’re new to this world, don’t feel left out, we’ve all been there.  We’ve complied a list of 10 tech startup abbreviations and lingo to help you look less like a noob.   1. API Application Programming Interface is a source code-based specification intended [...]

Going “Gaga” for Virtual Clothes

Posted on by Kristen Tischhauser

As an homage to the end of Paris Fashion Week and our lovely month-long trip to Europe, a collision of fashion and tech in the news couldn’t be more timely… Here’s the latest word on the street (or should I say la rue?) amongst the fashionistas and industry movers and shakers… The name Nicola Formichetti, [...]

talkTECH Report: 5 Must-Haves for the Geek-Chic Traveler

Posted on by Kristen Tischhauser

After almost a month of living abroad in Paris and traveling throughout Italy, Rebekah and I have come to terms with what key items are absolutely necessary for the “Geek-Chic Traveler” to have in tow. Here are the 5-must haves that have been glued to us for the duration of our European excursion… 1. Tumi Tech [...]

SCVNGR = Go places, do challenges, and earn points

Posted on by Kristen Tischhauser

I was lucky enough to be introduced to the hottest gaming trends at SXSW this year (a few months ago, in fact) and the one that stuck out the most was SCVNGR, which is headed by “Chief Ninja” and 22-year-old Princeton dropout, Seth Priebatsch. After listening to this “boy wonder” speak to a packed crowd [...]

I Heart My iPhone 4 Apps

Posted on by Kristen Tischhauser

After many malfunctioning and cursed (lost/broken 4 in 1 year) purple BlackBerry phones, I finally gave in – switched my cell phone service and added an iPhone 4 to my collection of Apple machines and gadgets. Although, the iPhone 4 may be old news to some, I’m just getting familiar with it and all its [...]