Not having access to a computer or a smartphones should not be an impediment to people who want to take advantage of Google’s growing suite of Internet services. In an announcement written by engineer Mohamed Fouad on Google+, users are encouraged to take advantage of Google’s low barrier to entry by signing up for Gmail from any Tier 2 or Tier 3 cell phones; the kind of handheld communication devices colloquially known as “dumb phones.”

Gmail and other Google cloud-based services were once upon a time only available to desktop and notebook computer users. When smartphones and tablet computers became popular, Google developed the requisite Gmail mobile apps for popular platforms such as Android, BlackBerry and iOS. In the process, Google forgot about hundreds of millions of users in developing nations and emerging economies who don’t have regular access to computers or smartphones.

In many regions of the world, particularly in many African, Asian and Latin American nations, smartphones aren’t as commonly used as they are in Europe and North America. Most feature phones these days, however, include wireless Internet connectivity and basic mobile browsers. Google realizes the importance of trying to reach every customer across the world, and to that extent they have redesigned their Gmail and Google+ signup process. Accessing plus.google.com from just about any mobile phone will allow users to obtain a Gmail account and Google+ profile in just a couple of minutes.

The entire signup process takes just 5 steps to complete, and it includes verification of identity via SMS. Google expects its number of users to swell in the future thanks to this retrograde.

A key speaker at the recent Emerging Display Technologies Conference has predicted some exciting future improvements to existing technology. Making the predictions was investment director Eileen Tanghal of Applied Materials. Applied Materials is a major player in the display manufacturing market.

Although there are still a few technological hurdles to be made, Tanghal speculated that it is reasonable to believe that significant improvement in modern displays will be available in the near future. One of her predictions was that interactive signs will become commonplace. These signs will be seen in the form of large wall mounted or stand alone touchscreen displays. They may advertise a product or provide directions or tidbits of information to passers-by. Users can interact with them by selecting different options on the screen to find more information about a particular item, or even compare prices. One mobile phone store already has a display of this sort set up. Its function is to advertise Android enabled mobile phones. Similar displays could pop up in many shops and public areas in the near future.

Tanghal’s second prediction was that television screens that can be folded up and placed in a pocket will someday be widely available. Such screens have already been prototyped, but are far too expensive to be marketed to consumers. The key to reducing their cost is to develop cheaper backing materials that hold the display elements together. Currently materials that can conduct signals to the individual pixels and be flexible and durable enough to repeatedly be folded and unfolded are extremely expensive.

With display technology in nearly every modern consumer electronic device, consumer demand is very high and massive profits are being made by display manufacturers. These profits provide funding for the research that will give birth to these exciting new technologies in the future.

2. Make Circles for your hobbies. Your yacht club is not interested in the knitting project you finally finished, but I bet your knitting group is. Put everyone in your knitting group in the ‘Knitting’ Circle and post relevant items there only.

3. Connect with customers. That’s right, put your Google+ account on your business card. Let them join your ‘Customer’ Circle. Then use it for ad placement, product pushing, and information about the services you want them to purchase. Hey, sometimes all it takes is hearing about it or reading it again.

4. Separate your family from your friends. Your friends don’t want to see the pictures taken at Aunt Edna’s birthday party, but your mom does. Additionally, use this type of Circle to keep your mom from seeing suggestive items that you post.

5. Put an ‘ex’s Circle. Post “I’m so lonely tonight!” and time the response. You won’t be disappointed.

Let’s face it. There are a lot of cars that you wouldn’t drive. Mercedes should have fallen into that category years ago. Do yourself a favor and buy a McLaren. You will have no problem impressing the most discriminating car buffs in the world. This one’s a no-brainer.

From gaming to work, a good laptop mouse is crucial. Here are the 10 Best Mice to use with your laptop.

RAZER Naga Epic
17 buttons, wireless or wired dual functionality, and interchangeable side panels make this the most popular MMO gaming mouse on the market.

Saitek R.A.T.9
This wireless gaming mouse utilizes a true 5600DPI laser sensor to give unparalleled accuracy. The Saitek R.A.T.9 is 2.4Ghz wireless, ensuring that you never experience lag.

3Dconnexion’s SpaceExplorer
SpaceExplorer is a 3D optical mouse that changes the way you work in 3D. Highly optimized for CAD and DCC applications, 3Dconnexion’s SpaceExplorer lets you work with and manipulate 3D imagery flawlessly.

SteelSeries Ikari Optical Mouse
The Ikari Optical Mouse by SteelSeries is a straight forward, high performance mouse. It’s simplistic design and sleek appearance make it a favorite for those looking for the most optimal mouse without all the extra buttons.

Kensington SlimBlade Trackball
The SlimBlade Trackball boasts an ergonomic design and smooth trackball so that you stay comfortable all day.

Logitech Revolution MX
Precise and well contoured, the Revolution MX from Logitech is a wireless mouse with great battery life and plenty of features without overwhelming the user.

Kensington SlimBlade Presenter Media Mouse
From big presentations to home use this portable mouse is great for laptops. The Kensington SlimBlade Presenter Media Mouse has a variety of media features while still being thin, light, and portable.

APC Biometric Mouse
APC’s latest biometric mouse provides a secure environment as well as advanced password management.

Gigabyte Aivia M8600
The new twin-eye gaming laser and 6600DPI makes this laptop mouse incredibly accurate. A 50 hour battery makes the Aivia M8600 practical as well.

Evoluent VerticalMouse 4
This vertical mouse is designed to fit your hands natural shape. VerticalMouse 4 boasts both performance and comfort.

Spy devices are no longer the clunky, nonsensical gadgets featured in movies and television. They can now videotape, photograph, record, monitor and track any target you choose. Secrets and lies are yours for the exposing.

Here are the 9 best spy devices you can buy online:

1) Spy cams:

The original spy device, these can be hidden in the smallest, most inconspicuous objects, like pens, buttons, key chains, lighters and rings.

2) Night vision:

When the sun goes down, the suspects come out. Night vision is the most practical of all spy devices. With these, no alley, building or shadow can hide your target.

3) Phone location:

With everyone on their phones today, this is one of the most effective spy devices. Downloadable programs allow you to track a user’s movement.

4) Document scanners:

Information is what spies are after. Document scanners allow you to copy information you obtain and place it back without your target ever knowing you were there.

5) GPS trackers:

When your target becomes mobile, you need to be able to pin-point their position at any moment. GPS trackers transmit the exact location of their vehicle.

6) Key loggers:

Record every keystroke to determine the password or encryption code of sensitive materials.

7) Cellular jammers:

Think your call is being monitored? Cellular jammers scramble phone signals, rendering your tail’s communication abilities useless.

Aerial surveillance:

From below, that kite looks playful and harmless. But it features a high-focus lens that can capture images from several stories up.

9) Anti-bugging protection:

A smart spy knows someone may be spying on them. Anti-bugging protection safeguards you from other potential snoopers.

You don’t need to be a spy to own the best spy devices. You just need something to spy on and access to the internet.

British fictional super agent James Bond is known for many things; sophistication, fearlessness, preferring martinis shaken, and always having an impeccable sense of style. It is this sense of style that shows up in the exotic cars he drives, the clothing he wears, and the gadgets at his disposal. With regard to gadgets, a fine wrist watch is always an essential element of any refined Brit, so which watch would the illustrious spy choose?

In keeping with his character, Bond would choose a British watch, just as he usually chooses British cars. It would have to be something extremely exclusive, since spending time at the world’s most luxurious locales demands a watch that is exceptional. If James Bond were to be watch shopping in 2011, I believe he would purchase a No. 8 White Gold 30 Second Tourbillon watch from Asprey watches of London.

This ultra high-end watch is as exclusive as they come, being limited to an edition of ten, and features 18k gold and an alligator watch strap. The price of the watch is also very exclusive, coming in at 80,000 pounds, or approximately 131,000 U.S. dollars. Despite the limited availability of the watch and the hefty price, a well-heeled figure like Bond would undoubtedly be able to get his hands on one.