A few years ago I worked for a guy who had a very large bird that had full access to the office. Visitors would come in and the bird would have to extract a little blood from your hand, finger, ankle or other body part before you really became friends. Birds hate change. The bird also had a seldom used cage but every now and then, I would put a toy in the cage and this huge bird would cower to a far corner for a few days until it built up the courage to attack the toy and rip it to shreds. Did I mention that birds do not like change? Many of us are resistant to change just like birds, but with the advent of the iPad, smartphones, smartpads and Bluetooth technology, it is time to embrace these incredible devices and get out of the corner of our cages.

Riccardo Cattapan is a believer in using advanced materials and technologies to create buildings that conserve energy and natural resources.

Riccardo Cattapan is a believer in using advanced materials and technologies to create buildings that conserve energy and natural resources.

STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Malicious programs that can delete address books. Junk messages that flood a cell phone’s inbox. Stealthy code that uses Bluetooth wireless technology to sneak onto handsets.

January 3, 2005

Chandler-based Microchip Technology is acquiring Roving Networks, a California-based wireless communications developer. Microchip bought the privately held firm for an undisclosed amount.

Message boards on some Valley freeways display how many minutes it will take for drivers to reach specific points ahead, but there’s a limit to how much warning they can offer.

March 11, 2005

Q: What can I do to get better battery life from my smartphone? It doesn’t even get me through the afternoon on most days. — Ed

February 28, 2005

Message boards on some Valley freeways display how many minutes it will take for drivers to reach specific points ahead, but there’s a limit to how much warning they can offer.

SAN DIEGO - Some three dozen products were introduced at the DEMOmobile technology show last week, including a device that can save people time waiting by sending notifications by phone, e-mail or text message when a repairman arrives at the user's home.

The home product arena is a market sector that never seems to stand still. Not even for a second.

Like all wireless devices, when cordless mice work, they work great. But when they don’t, they can become major pests! Columnist Ken Colburn explains why. B2 Q: What should I look for when buying a wireless keyboard and mouse? — Brian

Along with a new iPhone 5, Apple unveiled accessories Wednesday that could prove to be a blessing and a curse for customers: a set of earbuds that are meant to fit comfortably in more people's ears, and a new adapter that will be needed to plug the new phone into older car dashboards and speaker systems.

SAN JOSE, Calif. - Sony Corp. will release the first laptop capable of playing, editing and recording next-generation, high-definition videos in the Blu-ray DVD format.

CASA GRANDE — A Casa Grande man who is a former U.S. Border Patrol agent created and patented a video game controller for people with severe spinal cord injuries.

With concerns mounting over the safety of cell phone use while driving, Motorola’s Driving Simulator Lab in Tempe is testing mobile phones that can analyze driving conditions and avoid distracting the driver.

With concerns mounting over the safety of cell phone use while driving, Motorola’s Driving Simulator Lab in Tempe is testing mobile phones that can analyze driving conditions and avoid distracting the driver.

LONDON - BT Group PLC unveiled its attempt to bridge the landline and wireless divide Wednesday, launching a service that operates as a cell phone connection outside and automatically switches to an Internet-based call once a user enters the home or office.

October 4, 2004

BOSTON - The founders of Zink Imaging LLC believe they have two great ideas in one absolute show-stopper. They’ve created a portable device that makes it ultraconvenient to print photos from digital cameras and phones. And they designed it to use no ink.

Can you explain the difference between the Droid X being a mobile hotspot and the ability to tether to the iPhone 4? - Michael

Bell Lexus offers customers outstanding "Elite Lexus" service and several 2006 models: RX400h "luxury utility vehicle" hybrid, the GS300 4 door luxury sedan, and the high-tec, high-performance GS430.