Puzzle Piece Updates Its Line Of Inexpensive Tablets And Apps For Autistic Kids

Puzzle Piece Updates Its Line Of Inexpensive Tablets And Apps For Autistic Kids

TechCrunch first profiled Puzzle Piece, a startup that makes affordable tablets and apps geared toward children with autism, back in May. Though educational apps are helpful for teaching autistic kids social skills and helping them with their schoolwork, many families could not afford a tablet. Puzzle Piece wants to make tech accessible to all families, with a 9-inch Android tablet that costs… Read More

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Wednesday, 5 November 2014

Why Samaritans' app to spot depressed tweets does more harm than good

Why Samaritans' app to spot depressed tweets does more harm than good

Last week, counselling charity Samaritans launched Radar, a new social media service that remotely listens in on Twitter conversations and warns you when someone you follow might need emotional support. Radar is already tracking over a million Twitter accounts, and while the idea is a virtuous one, the service has sparked a huge online backlash, with many calling for it to be shut down. But why?.........Read More

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Tuesday, 4 November 2014