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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News

The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News

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That’s debatable: Is Apple better than Android?

Will Cover November 21, 2019
Although Apple initially dominated the smart phone market with its iPhone, recently Android products have flooded the marketplace to compete with Apple. In this article, Bearing News takes on both sides of the debate over the quality of the options.
Photo by Envato Elements

Results of self-improvement: 30-day challenge finish

Katie Whaley February 26, 2019
My 30-day challenge draws to an end and I reflect on how I did.
RBHS students use their phones during a lunch period.

Students struggle with over attachment to smartphones

Katie Whaley December 16, 2018

Instead of studying for her chemistry test, junior Sam Pokharel was watching “Grey’s Anatomy.” On the surface, the sight of seeing the junior engrossed in the screen of her laptop may bring about...

Many RBHS students spend time during the day on the social media site Instagram. Recently several specific hashtags have been banned. Photo by Mikaela Acton.

Troubles of a social media centered life

Jordyn Thompson October 4, 2018
Young adults, especially those still figuring out their identity, can become too obsessed with comparing themselves to others on social media.
Spending my time playing video games throughout the summer is fun, but it isn't very fulfilling or productive.

The troubles of summer procrastination

Jared Geyer May 21, 2018

Summer is right around the corner, and I cannot wait. No more assignments to do--just three months of relaxation. I’ll probably go somewhere for vacation, enjoy the weather and play video games with...

Photo by Cassidy Viox

Cell phone usage leads to ADHD

Ann Fitzmaurice October 18, 2016

When a phone illuminates at night, it’s blinding. When it buzzes during the day, it’s distracting and when it’s far away it’s tempting. Cell phones attract people for reasons such as entertainment,...

Students should never have phones in class

Students should never have phones in class

Emily Oba September 27, 2016

Ding. Buzz. Beep Beep. Whoop. We are only in school for seven hours a day and those precious minutes are disrupted with the constant noise of the latest social gossip or a reminder to grab milk on the...

New app proposed, hinders student cell phone use

New app proposed, hinders student cell phone use

Rochita Ghosh January 28, 2016
A double-edged sword, cell phones can offer great productivity but also be very distracting. A new app has been introduced, with hopes to decrease negative phone usage.
Apps of the Week: SNL, Drop 7 and Ustream

Apps of the Week: SNL, Drop 7 and Ustream

Renata Poet Williams February 24, 2015

New apps come out daily; sometimes it almost seems by the hour. There are so many to choose from, but here are a few that shouldn't escape your attention this week. [tabs style=3] [tabs] [tab title="Entertainment"] SNL Although...

How did smartphone affect teens' lives?

How did smartphone affect teens’ lives?

Jimin Lee May 30, 2014

With every passing day, technology is overtaking people’s lives especiallythrough smart phones. According to Mobile Services, Global out look’s statistics, more than 300 milion people have phone.  As...

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