TV REVIEW: Little Women (2022) + Updates on the blog

Greetings, it's been a while since I posted something on this blog. I was supposed to finish up my top favorite songs in 2021 but I got stuck with writer's block that I had to delay it until I'm done with the list. In the meantime, I was focused on my final years in college by writing a dissertation and completing group projects and exams. Now, as I wait for the date for my graduation, I decided to rebrand this blog because I want to expand in reviewing other medias such as tv shows, movies and books (yes, they count.) Don't worry, I will post some music reviews from time to time. Without further ado, here's my first review of a television show. I will warn that some parts of the review may contain spoilers. So, I advised you to watch the show first before reading this review.

 

The Importance of Mobile Phone to Nowadays Lifestyle

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BLOG UPDATE: “Information just wants to be free”

"There's a popular saying, 'Information just wants to be free'. Do you agree with this sentiment? What are the implications of such freedom for old media? Are the implications for new media different?"

The quote, "Information just wants to be free" is said by Steward Brand, founder of Whole Earth Catalog, and it comes from Steve Levy, the author who wrote The Definitive Story of Information Wants to be Free. The full context of the quote is about how information wants to be either expensive or free. The reason for the former is because of its value while the latter is because of the low cost of getting all the information out. (Gans, 2015)

The Semiotic Approach of TMNT (2007)

Semiotic is defined as a study of how meaning is created and how it is communicated. It is a way of how we see the world and understand how the environment and culture we live in creates a massive impact on all of us unconsciously. The origins of the semiotic lie in the visual and linguistic studies on how signs and symbols create meaning. What we automatically think and do often conducted by a complex set of messages and conventions, depending on our ability to interpret them instinctively and instantly. A common example of a semiotic would be the traffic light and how we react to each of the colors. Red means stop, green means go and yellow means ready to stop. We know this without thinking about it. Not only semiotics are seen visually, but it can also be seen through sound as well.

Can digital tools still set agenda and alter human behavior, perspective and beliefs without human interaction? State your arguments

The task for this assignment is based on the article written by Tartleton Gillespie titled The Stories Digital Tool Tells. It focuses on how humans take notice of technology and the stories that are told via digital tools. To give a generic defintion, a digital tool is defined as an outlet in which the tools are characterized by electronic and computerized technologies, according to IGI Global. Basically, it is what we use everyday via our phones, computers and television. A piece of technology has a story to tell as it has an agenda.

Audience React to Heineken's Open Your World

To have an impactful and successful online campaign is to have a goal, a strategy, and a message that is relevant to the audience. The campaign should spark a conversation between individuals who have different opinions and taking a risk to do something controversial and uncomfortable to have a powerful and positive output. Let's talk about Heineken and its campaign titled Open Your World. 

Heineken is a Dutch brewing company that specializes in beer. It was founded by Gerard Heineken in 1864 and is now one of the most recognizable products in the Netherlands. It is also known to be the most popular beverage in the world with its signature green bottles with a red star attached to it. Gerard Heineken owns over 165 breweries in more than 70 countries.

Memes: The Positives and Negatives

Memes. What are they, and why they're a part of internet culture? The definition of a meme stems from Richard Dawkins, who coined the term in his 1976 book titled the Selfish Game, which he described a meme as a mean to explain how information throughout the Internet culture. This concept has lead to a series of Internet memes whether it is in a still photo or audio or video form.

Technology control our augmented space through our emotions. State your arguments.

Technology has affected the way we interact and understand our relationship with computers. Some of the technologies such as augmented reality and voice technology are set to define the current era are rapidly becoming common alongside the less familiar like extended and diminished reality. Uniting these technologies will bring computers closer to our bodies with a smooth interaction between people and devices.

Transportation - Uber vs. owning a car

Culture has changed the way we see things. From the music we listened to, the clothes we wore and how we communicate. And now, culture has impacted our transportation. Before the existence of Uber, people drive around places using their own cars or a taxi. Not that it's rare to see them nowadays, it's that people prefer to go out with a driver to get to their destination rather than drive themselves to go there.

What are the impacts of technology in the workplace?

Technology has impacted our lives. It's everywhere and we used it all the time for our everyday lives. When it comes to the workplace, there has been a fair share of positives and negatives of using technology at work. In this blog entry, I'll be going to talk about the negative impacts and how it can be improved.

Do you think convergence happened because of human or technology?

Do I think convergence happened because of human or technology?

How is globalization changing our own culture?

To understand how globalization has made an impact to our culture, we must know what they mean. In my understanding, culture represents the beliefs and attitudes of the people. As for globalization, it's about the connection of different parts of the world and how it is spread across the globe.

Blog Update: A tech review on smart jackets

"Update news on TECH on your blog. Give a review based on your own opinion. Good and bad."

You've heard of smartphones, smartwatches, and smart homes. Now get ready for smart jackets, an innovative collaboration between Google and Levi's. You might be wondering, "What, smart jackets? What are those? Why do we need it?"

BLOG UPDATE: How Does The Internet Works?

"Some commentators have used the idea of the brain to explain to explore the workings of the internet. What other ways can you think of to explain how the internet works?"



We all know what the Internet is and what it is used for. Basically, the Internet is a place full of wonders and the possibilities are endless. To put it into technical terms, the Internet is a global network that connects to millions of computers, cables, routers, wifi, satellites and many more, allowing digital information to travel around the world. More than 190 countries are linked into exchanges of data, news, and opinions. We used the Internet for finding information, shopping online, watch videos, check our emails, listening to music and the list goes on. But do we know how the Internet works? Not like those technical things like the IPs and stuff but like, how do we compare the Internet with?




As it was mentioned in the question, people use their brains to understand parts of the Internet. It helps them to remember and access information quickly. When someone asks them about an important event, they use their brains to process information to get an answer. Another way to understanding the workings of the Internet is to compare with what we usually associate our minds with. I have come up with a few examples.



The Internet is like a train. Imagine you're looking for an answer to your question as information comes in to give you the answer you're looking for. Similarly, if you're waiting for the train to arrive at the pit stop so you can hop on the ride. But what happens if the train stopped in the middle of the track or it is out of service? We may not find all the answers to our questions but once the train arrives, our answers will be in it.

The second comparison is a puzzle.

Whether it is kid-size with a few pieces or a picture of a landscape with lots of pieces, these puzzles act as a piece of information forming into one big picture. That is when one of the puzzle pieces went missing or you couldn't find the last piece of the puzzle and you're frustrated to find it. These act as problems we needed to solve until you find the exact piece of the puzzle to complete the picture.

The last one to compare it with the workings of the Internet is a maze.

Imagine you're lost in a maze and you needed to get out of it. You first explore its surroundings and suddenly, you're lost in the middle of the maze and you forgot where to go next. This is the best way to describe the Internet. We would explore many things that interest us but once we get to the deep dark web, we can't go back. But if we know the way out, we plan our route and follow our instincts to get to the end of the maze, feeling relieved and satisfied.

In my opinion, I think the Internet is a strange but wonderful place to get lost in. These three examples I've mentioned perfectly describe my thoughts and feelings about this phenomenon called the Internet. It has its ups and downs, weirdness and uniqueness, cute and creepy but we love it the way it is.

Resources;
What is the Internet? Webopedia Definition
https://www.webopedia.com/TERM/I/Internet.html
What is the Internet? 13 key questions answered
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2018/oct/22/what-is-the-internet-13-key-questions-answered
What is the Internet? Definition from WhatIs.com
https://searchwindevelopment.techtarget.com/definition/Internet

BLOG UPDATE: GROWING UP IN TV VS COMPUTER

"A generation ago, parents and caregivers might have worried that children have spent too much time 'in front of the television'. Now the concern is that they spend too much time 'on the computer'. Is this essentially the same kind of concern or are there important differences?"

To generation to another in a pre-Internet world, children watch television whether it's after breakfast or school. Parents or caregivers would ask them questions like, "Have you eaten your breakfast?" "How's school?" "Do you have any homework?" "Have you done your homework?" and many more. Most children would respond while others ignored the parents and continued watching their tv.

Imagine if a child returned home to watch tv after they had a bad day in school. They watch their favorite show to relive their worries and sadness. They laugh at the funny parts, cry at the sad ones and be happy at the happy moments, the same as we watch our tv shows. Whether they're watching an educational show or a cartoon, children are guaranteed to be entertained by it.















Children watching television are exposed to new things that will help them learn and understand from different cultures, people, languages, and even new words. These unlock children's curiosity as they process new information to their developed brains or ask their parents about these things.

There are many downsides to children watching too much television. One, it will affect their brain development and their eyes. If there's a character in a show that does bad things or says mean words, children would mirror their actions and behavior which would concern parents. Two, they would not do their homework or hobbies because they are too distracted and are not willing to do them. Three, they would become overweight if they didn't exercise or they eat too many snacks and sweets while consuming their favorite shows.



What parents or caregivers should do is to give children a given limit to watch their tv. For example, if a child watches too much television, parents limit their watching up to 2 programs or less so the child could focus on other things. They should also practice censorship. If they see their children watch something that's inappropriate for their age, they should either talk to them or quickly switch to another channel.
















In a post-Internet world, the transition from tv to the computer has shifted quickly. In fact, more children are watching their favorite shows online more than TV thanks to YouTube and streaming services like Netflix.  Children can do many things on the computer whether they want to watch a video on YouTube or play online games or even learn new things. 

The same advantages and disadvantages of watching tv would also apply to the computer. The one difference is while inappropriate content on tv is censored, the Internet is not. Parents should take caution whenever their child watches a YouTube video or surfing through a website. If they see a video of a cartoon that has foul language, parents should advice the children that not every cartoon is for kids and they should on the safe mode when they want to find a video.

 Another disadvantage to add is cyber bullying. If a child has a social media account, they should be aware of what they're posting. Let's say a boy said a negative opinion about the movie he says "sucks. I don't know why anyone like this movie." He would get comments that either agree with him or disagree. Some of the comments of the latter might not agree with his opinion but they understand while others were quickly defend the movie and attack his opinion. To put it in reverse, what if he says the movie is not that bad but a lot of people did not like it? The same comments apply to this situation as well. Looking at mean and hurtful comments online can hurt a child which leads them to have low self esteem.













What parents or caregivers should do is to suggest a website that children can access to that is entertaining and educational as well as to filter out inappropriate sites, talk to them about the dangers of the Internet, limit their computer usage for 2 hours and many more.

In my opinion, yes. They are similar in a way that they're provided as a source of entertainment and escapism. They can help children become educated based on what they saw on TV or online. The differences are well, for television, you can only watch them while you can do many things on the computer.