I’ve always been a bit of a geek. I love tech! You can usually find me on my iPhone blogging, checking in, snapping pictures, or updating my social media status. I stay pretty active with all that. I’m not a genius like some of the other geeks I’ve met over the years, but I’m also not the stereotypical awkward geek either. It’s all about balance, right?
I spent 18 years as a technician for a major investment firm, moving around different areas and getting some great tech experience along the way.
Here’s what sets me apart from most geeks and why I think of myself as a hybrid geek. My past life experiences keep me grounded and connected to where I come from. At my core, I’m still that kid who grew up in the South Bronx.
That said, I’ve really embraced my inner geek and have managed to get almost everyone in my close circles on board with tech too. My mom became a huge Facebook user, a regular texter, and a PC fan. She even upgraded and switched over to a tablet! I don’t have one myself, but I bought one for her. Over time, she’s really grown to love tech. My son is also into tech and has built a solid following on YouTube for his art and movie channel.
So yes, I’m a nerd, but you won’t catch me talking in 0s and 1s. That’s not how I operate. I speak like an educated guy from the Bronx. What’s that mean? I can speak geek, but I can just as easily speak the way I grew up. I’m a mix of geek and straight up Bronx style!
I believe when I post tech entries, both regular folks and tech enthusiasts will get a fresh perspective on the tech I cover.
What’s your favorite tech gadget? Are you into photography, music production, or just a phone addict? What’s your thing?
I love technology in general, it makes our life easier. I prefer my laptop over my phone since I can do a lot of stuff with my laptop in terms of editing pictures, videos in a more professional way and as well as writing blogs. It is easier to type on laptop keyboards than smartphone keyboards. I prefer to stay in my room and surround my self with my gadgets and google everything that is happening in the world. It feels like even if I don’t move, I can easily go anywhwre with just one click. Thanks for this post and it allows me to share my thoughts. I like the idea that you transformed your mom, I did that to my mom too. Do you think being hybrid geek is fun?