New Technologies

New Technologies SIG Mission

The New Technologies SIG mission is to provide the club members with a forum for the open discussion of technology ideas and experiences. We will educate each other on key technology trends and directions. We will provide presentations and discussions about leading-edge computing advancements. We will preview announcements from key industry players. We will recap highlights from major industry trade shows. We will cover items as diverse as foldable phones, driverless autos and the best new PCs and tablets.

New Technologies SIG Purpose

New Technologies Audience

Meeting time: 3rd Thursday 3:30 - 5 PM in the Chaparral Center, Computer Club Classroom.
Oct - April
Contact: Thomas Shepherd - newtech@grandcomputers.org

Calendar

DateTimeLocationTopic
October 17, 20243:30 PMChaparral Center - Computer Classroom

AI

This meeting will feature a presentation and discussion about Artificial Intelligence (AI). You will learn why this has become such a hot topic in just the last two or three years. The most commonly available AI apps, including Copilot, Gemini, and ChatGPT, will be explained and demonstrated. Tips for leveraging AI when searching the Web on topics such as scientific articles, medical information, travel planning, and more. This meeting is open to anyone, club member or not; there is no cost and there is no preregistration required. If you want to hear an interesting presentation and have some fun discussion, come to this.

November 21, 20243:30 PMChaparral Center - Computer Classroom

Cybersecurity Awareness: As seniors become more digitally connected, understanding cybersecurity basics is crucial. This includes recognizing phishing scams, creating strong passwords, and protecting personal information online. Increased awareness can help prevent cybercrimes targeting older adults.

We will discuss what types of scams, viruses and more are being experienced in our community.

December 19, 20243:30 PMChaparral Center - Computer Classroom

Quantum Computing - Unlocking the Future

Join us for an enlightening session on the basics of quantum computing and its potential impact on our daily lives. This presentation will demystify the complex world of quantum mechanics and explain how quantum computers differ from classical computers.

 

Recent Presentations
File DateFile Name
04/07/20243 D Printing 2024-03-21 GCC.pdf
02/16/2024CES 2024 Highlights .pdf
01/18/2024New Tech Sig Jan Education.pdf
12/30/2023New Tech Sig Dec 2023 Presentation w Larry Laursen.pdf
11/20/2023New Tech Sig Nov 2023 Medical Technology.pdf
04/21/2023New Tech SIG March 2023.pdf
04/21/2023New Tech SIG April 2023.pdf
02/16/2023Feb 2023 CES Highlights Presentation.pdf
01/20/2023Into to Tech Toys Buying Guide.pdf
12/18/2022Tech Toys Buying Guide 2022.pdf
12/18/2022New Tech Sig Auto Presentation Sept 2022.pdf
03/20/2022Tech Travel March 2022 Part 2.pdf
03/20/2022Tech Travel March 2022 Part 1.pdf
02/23/2022Highlights from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show.pdf
02/23/20222022 February Consumer Electronics Show.pdf
12/20/2021Tech Toys Buying Guide Dec 2021.pdf
12/10/2021Zona Wyyerd Presentation Nov 2021.pdf
04/24/2021Linux - What is it Good For.pdf
03/29/2021New Technologies SIG March 2021 CES Highlights.pdf
02/25/2021Automotive Trends for 2021.pdf
01/21/2021MIcrosoft, Apple, Intel and Google for 2021.pdf
12/17/2020Finale 2020.pdf
10/15/2020China's Tech City.pdf