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Apple is diving into the world of personal finance (in due time) as it has been developing a person to person payment service which will operate under the label of Apple Pay.  This is coming under much speculation as Apple has applied for a patent for their person-to-person payment system which is speculated to be secured by Touch ID.   This brings up an interesting thought of Apple starting a bank.  Although this maybe a far off thought for many Apple users, this push for market share has started the conversation.  With Apples application for a personal transfer system, organizations like PayPal may begin to feel the heat of completion.  

Alternative television provider Channel Master, supplier of television antennas which offer subscription-free DVR options, has announced that they completed the beta testing of their new live streaming platform.  Amongst this announcement Channel Master is welcoming partners to help expanded this new service.   This new feature delivers live internet streams directly to the channel guide of the DVR unit.  The differential benefit to consumers is that users can now have internet channels along side their broadcast channels on a single schedule guide.  Channel Master’s new addition of a streaming platform will allow media companies to reach consumers on a structured and common informational outlet.   If you are interested in learning more about Channel Master products and services please see www.channelmaster.com.   

As we begin to see commercials and advertisements for the latest gadgets coming this holiday some of use will momentarily reflect upon our old gadgets that are either broken, in storage, or just siting on the shelf.  As the holidays are quickly approaching, perhaps a few of us will be receiving a new piece of tech.  For those privileged individuals how will be receiving the best new gadgets the question is, what do we do with our old technology?   First option is to just throw out old electronics.  This can be a major issue since most, if not all, modern electronics contain toxic materials such ad lead or mercury.  Many waste disposal firms will not allow the disposal of such products through conventional means, yet many offer recycling services for such devices.  Check out Flood Brothers Disposal based out of Chicago.