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What is the latest technology

  1. The bullring linked to the web

    Digital technologies are developing at a pace and it's hard to keep up with the latest gadget or innovation.

    The next few pages will help to keep you ahead of the game.

     
  2. The Wii Fit

     

    This is all about the Wii Fit. Launched in February so its about time we made a link to it. The Wii Fit, which comes complete with its own special balance board, is one of the new fitness computer games from the Nintendo stable, which already includes virtual games such as tennis, boxing and bowling.

    The video is from ITN but if you want to read more see the Times Online video and read all about it by clicking on this link.

     
  3. The Gadget Show

     

    This show looks at underwater photography, e-book readers and the top five summer gadgets. When was summer?
     
  4. Dork Talk

    Photograph from the Guardian of the Wii in actionFind out about the latest gadgets from Stephen Fry. Read about his experiences with the Wii and his thoughts on Spinvox, which translates voicemail into text.
     
  5. And more

    Tech World logoThis is a site for those who know a little bit networks. Here is a chance to find more technical details about the latest gadget or software.
    Smart Planet LogoNews, reviews and tools to make it easier to create a greener and fairer world. Make global trade more equitable and preserve environmental resources. Especially if the organic t-shirt or electric car in question looks nice too.
     

Digital Lifestyles Questionnaires

The aim of these surveys is find out about Birmingham citizens' access to digital technologies, use and attitudes and the difference this makes for everyday life in Birmingham. And as such, the extents to which citizens are empowered by their access to digital technologies.

Digital Lifestyles: General Use & Access

Digital Lifestyles: Web 2.0 - Interactive Digital Technologies

Digital Birmingham is a Birmingham City Council initiative and part of a city wide strategic partnership of more than 40 public, private and voluntary organisations

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