Teens and Facebook: Positive and Negative Effects

Teens and Facebook: Positive and Negative Effects



Facebook and other social networking sites can have harmful effects on teens according to a recent study.




Harmful Effects of Facebook on Teens




Dr. Larry Rosen, a Psychology professor at California State University, outlined his findings before the American Psychological Association over the weekend.



“While nobody can deny that Facebook has altered the landscape of social interaction, particularly among young people, we are just now starting to see solid psychological research demonstrating both the positives and the negatives,” said Rosen.



Here are negative effects of Facebook on kids according to Rosen:


1. Teens who are heavy gamers or Facebook users have more trouble sleeping, higher levels of anxiety, depression, and stomach aches.



2. Young adults and teens who spend their days inside Facebook are more narcissistic and show more signs of other psychological disorders, including antisocial behaviors, mania, and aggressive tendencies.



3. Students who use more technology are likely to miss more school.



4. The more teens and adults use Facebook, the more likely they are to also use alcohol.



5. Students from junior high through college age were observed to generally check social networks or text messages every few minutes while studying, leading to lower test performance than students who focus for longer periods of time.



6. The average teen sends 2000 texts per month, which can lead to problems communicating with family and even carpal tunnel syndrome in a few cases.
Rosen also laid out the following positive influences linked to social networking:


1. Young adults who spend more time on Facebook are better at showing “virtual empathy” to their online friends.



2. Online social networking can help introverted adolescents learn how to socialize behind the safety of various screens, ranging from a two-inch smartphone to a 17-inch laptop.



3. Social networking can provide tools for teaching in compelling ways that engage young students.
“If you feel that you have to use some sort of computer program to surreptitiously monitor your child's social networking, you are wasting your time. Your child will find a workaround in a matter of minutes,” he said. “You have to start talking about appropriate technology use early and often and build trust, so that when there is a problem, whether it is being bullied or seeing a disturbing image, your child will talk to you about it.” Rosen advises parents.Source URL: https://celebrityvma2011.blogspot.com/search/label/technology
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How to restore Facebook chat old version

Not liking the new Facebook chat set-up? Do you prefer the old version instead?

Well, I recently followed a tutorial on how to restore the old version of Facebook chat and it worked. And believe it or not, it's pretty much fast and simple. It literally took me seconds to do the whole process (using Chrome). All you need to do is to install a small add-on and/or script depending on your browser (i.e. Firefox, Chrome, Safari, etc.). Restart your browser and presto! - Facebook chat old version restored! Check out my Facebook homepage now:



How to restore Facebook chat old version?
Here are the steps:

For Google Chrome (This is said to be the recommended method. If you don't have Chrome yet, you can download it here: http://www.google.com/chrome)

1. Just install this script: http://userscripts.org/scripts/source/107159.user.js
2. Restart the browser and enjoy chatting.

For Mozilla Firefox

1. Install this add-on: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey/
2. Install this script: http://userscripts.org/scripts/source/107159.user.js
3. Restart your browser. You can now enjoy the old Facebook chat version.

For Safari

1. Install this add-on: http://www.mactalk.com.au/18/56726-how-install-greasemonkey-scripts-safari.html
2.Install this script: http://userscripts.org/scripts/source/107159.user.js
3. Restart your browser.


Here are some reviews from people who tried it:

Mike Dogwill: "worked perfectly, awesome! thankyou"

Melissa Burks: "yes it works but doesnt let you have your groups back!!!! so not the old chat!!! "

Nishaa Keshwara: "IT WORKS! I love da old chat!!! ♥ xxx :)"

Luke Schofield: "i'm on firefox... it took me a while, but i got there. thanks :D"

Mathew Navin: "Im on Firefox and it works :D Thanks x"
I don't have a Facebook group, so I don't really know about what Melissa said. Hmmmmm... I guess don't bother executing this trick if you belong to some groups. And I will still have to try it on Firefox still on another computer. :D

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Facebook video chat launched

Facebook now has a video chat feature. Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg announced on Wednesday a partnership with Skype to integrate video calling function in the popular social networking site.

Facebook partners with Skype to provide video chat service


Through the new feature, Facebook users will be able to perform a video call with someone on their "friends list". To do this, a user only need to download a small plugin which is accessible through the chat tab and ta-da — instant video messaging.

In addition to Video Calling, there is also an update to Group Chat that allows for ad-hoc group messaging with a brand new look that would ease finding buddies that are online.

The new Facebook chat features reportedly will begin rolling out to millions of users today.

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iPad 2 arrives in the Philippines | iPad 2 Prices in the Philippines

Today, April 29, 2011 is the launch in the Philippines of the Apple iPad 2 - which said to be a must-have gadget for 2011. If you have an "Apple Store" account, you probably have received an email saying that you can order the iPad2 online with Free Shipping!


I read Apple's email to me a while ago and tried how to order the iPad 2 online. It's pretty much efficient, eh. You can select which color (either black or white) and type (memory capacity) of iPad 2 you want. You can also order additional accessories.

What's nice is that there is a "free engraving" of words you want to see at the back of your iPad 2. I tried to write my name and address to personalize it and it looked good! Lol. I am not (yet) buying, though. The last part would be adding you card details (Visa or Mastercard) to finally process your order. And I guess, all you need to do afterward is to wait for your iPad to arrive at your doorsteps.

Here are the iPad 2 Prices in the Philippines:

iPad 16 GB WiFi = Php 23,990
iPad 32 GB WiFi = Php 28,990
iPad 64 GB WiFi = Php 33,990
iPad 16 GB WiFi 3G = Php 30,990
iPad 32 GB WiFi 3G = Php 35,990
iPad 64 GB WiFi 3G = Php 40,990

iPad Smart Cover (Polyurethane) = Php 2,290
iPad Smart Cover (Leather) = Php 3,990
Digital AV Adapter = Php 1,890Here

Below are the authorized premium resellers of iPad2 in the Philippines:

Manila:

Digital Hub Robinsons Galleria
Digital Hub Robinsons Place Manila
Digital Hub Market Market
Power Mac Center Greenbelt 3
Power Mac Center Trinoma
Power Mac Center Megamall
Power Mac Center SM North Edsa
Power Mac Center Mall of Asia
A Shop Podium
A Shop Eastwood Mall
iStudio Shangrila Mall
iStudio Bonifacio High Street
iStudio ADMU Campus Store
Switch Alabang Town Center
Switch Marquee Mall
Switch Ayala TechnoHub

Provinces:
PowerHub Chimes Mall Davao
iStore Ayala Cebu
iStore SM Cebu
iStore SM Bacolod
iStore SM Dumaguete
iStore SM Bacolod

General Electronics Retail Outlets:
Accent Micro Festival Mall
Accent Micro Alabang Town Center
Electroworld Park Square
Silicon Valley SM Megamall
Silicon Valley SM North EdsaSource URL: https://celebrityvma2011.blogspot.com/search/label/technology
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Samsung Galaxy Tab, a copy of the Ipad?

Apple sues Samsung over Galaxy Tab
Agence France-Presse


Apple iPad (Left) vs Samsung Galaxy Pad (Right) | Photo courtesy of FoneArena.com


SAN FRANCISCO - Apple has filed a lawsuit against Samsung claiming that the South Korean electronic giant's mobile phones and tablet computer, the Galaxy Tab, copy the iPhone and the iPad.

The website of the US District Court for the Northern District of California shows that Apple filed the case against Samsung in San Francisco on Friday but the complaint itself has not yet been entered in the electronic data base.

The Wall Street Journal obtained a copy of the 38-page document that said Apple is accusing Samsung of copying the look, product design, packaging and the user interface of its products.

Apple is claiming Samsung has violated various Apple patents and trademarks.

"Rather than innovate and develop its own technology and a unique Samsung style for its smartphone products and computer tablets, Samsung chose to copy Apple's technology, user interface and innovative style in these infringing products," the Journal quoted Apple's complaint as saying.

Samsung's tablet computer, the Galaxy Tab, has been the best-selling rival to Apple's iPad, which has dominated the growing market for the touchscreen devices.

There was no immediate reply from Samsung for a request for comment from AFP about the Apple lawsuit.

Patent lawsuits are a regular occurrence among technology giants in the United States and Apple is currently embroiled in disputes with Finland's Nokia, Taiwan's HTC and US handset maker Motorola among others.Source URL: https://celebrityvma2011.blogspot.com/search/label/technology
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iPad 2 Specs and Prices

When I opened my email yesterday, I saw a message from Apple with the subject, "Introducing iPad 2". As I opened it, I only read this: "iPad 2: Thinner. Lighter. Faster. FaceTime. Smart Covers. 10-hour battery." and a link to iPad 2's page in the Apple website.


Photo courtesy of Apple.com


Let me share to you what the page contains. Here are the specifications of iPad 2 courtesy of Apple.com:


Thinner, lighter and full of great ideas.

Once you pick up iPad 2, it’ll be hard to put down. That’s the idea behind the all-new design. It’s 33 percent thinner and up to 15 percent lighter, so it feels even more comfortable in your hands.1 And it makes surfing the web, checking email, watching videos and reading books so natural, you might forget there’s incredible technology under your fingers.

Dual-core A5 chip. It’s fast, times two.

Two powerful cores in one A5 chip mean iPad can do twice the work at once. You’ll notice the difference when you’re surfing the web, watching videos, making FaceTime video calls, gaming and going from app to app to app. Multitasking is smoother, apps load faster and everything just works better.

Superfast graphics. Go, gamers, go.

With up to nine times the graphics performance, gameplay on iPad is even smoother and more realistic. And faster graphics help apps perform better — especially those with video. You’ll see it when you’re scrolling through your photo library, editing video with iMovie, and viewing animations in Keynote.

Battery life keeps on going. So you can, too.

Even with the new thinner and lighter design, iPad has the same amazing 10-hour battery life.2 That’s enough juice for one flight across the ocean, or one video-watching all-nighter, or a week’s commute across town. The power-efficient A5 chip and iOS keep battery life from fading away, so you can get carried away.

Two cameras. And a big hello to FaceTime for iPad.
You’ll see two cameras on iPad — one on the front and one on the back. They may be tiny, but they’re a big deal. They’re designed for FaceTime video calling, and they work together so you can talk to your favourite people and see them smile and laugh back at you.3 The front camera puts you and your friend face-to-face. Switch to the back camera during your video call to share where you are, who you’re with, or what’s going around you. If it’s video-worthy, let the back camera roll. It’s HD, so every video you shoot is a mini-masterpiece. And you can take wacky snapshots in Photo Booth. It’s the most fun a face can have.

iPad Smart Cover. Designed for iPad. And vice versa.

iPad 2 and the iPad Smart Cover are made for each other. Literally.4 We designed the iPad Smart Cover to work side-by-side with iPad — and on top and underneath it, too. Smart magnetic technology built into each really pulls them together. The iPad Smart Cover falls perfectly into place and stays put to protect your iPad screen, yet doesn’t add bulk to its thin, light design. Open the Smart Cover and your iPad wakes up instantly. Close it and your iPad goes to sleep automatically. And here’s another smart part: it transforms into the perfect video-watching, game-playing, web-surfing stand. It comes in 10 bright colours — including five in rich, aniline-dyed Italian leather.5 Choose your favourite, and your iPad will be smart all around.

Gyro, accelerometer and compass. iPad knows your every move.

With the built-in accelerometer, you can rotate iPad to portrait or landscape, or even upside down, and whatever you’re watching, reading or seeing adjusts to fit the display. And now the accelerometer, three-axis gyroscope and compass all work together. They sense where iPad is, which direction it’s heading, and how it’s moving. So games, maps and other apps know your every twist, turn, tilt and 360. It’s an epic win for gaming. And it’s just the beginning of better-than-ever iPad apps.

Also, here are iPad 2 Prices courtesy of Techlemming.com :

***Wi-Fi only & 16GB – $499

***Wi-Fi only & 32GB – $599

***Wi-Fi only & 64GB – $699

***Wi-Fi+3G & 16GB – $629

***Wi-Fi+3G & 32GB – $729

***Wi-Fi+3G & 64GB – $829

Hmmmmm. Awesome specs and it seems like it is also affordable. Are you going to buy the iPad 2? By the way, they will be released tomorrow, March 11, 2011. :D Source URL: https://celebrityvma2011.blogspot.com/search/label/technology
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