Hardware

Twitter may soon replace the most-ignored tab on its mobile app with something else. The social network is testing a replacement for the Moments tab on Android and iOS with a new tab called Explore. Twitter’s new tab contains still contains … Continue reading →

You knew it was coming but once again we see that there is no problem of Samsung’s that cannot be made into bad news for Apple. Writing for MarketWatch, Jennifer Booton explains “Why Samsung’s exploding-phone nightmare should terrify Apple.” (Tip … Continue reading →

The concept of software as a service (SaaS) is nothing new for enterprise, but consumer applications are increasingly shifting from perpetual licenses to monthly or annual memberships. Monthly payments provide stable income for developers, but there are benefits for end … Continue reading →

Google revealed two new smartphones last week. The Pixels look the same and cost the same as the iPhone. They even come come in two sizes, like the iPhone. A not-so-subtle nod to Apple’s ten-year path towards designing the perfect … Continue reading →

Although most video editing software does a decent job with audio, there’s nothing like using a tool dedicated to manipulating sound. Back in the day, one of my favorites was Soundtrack Pro, which Apple initially offered as a standalone product … Continue reading →

You’re probably familiar with Time Machine, Apple’s excellent built-in backup application designed to make backing up your Mac and restoring data simple and safe. But, unless you have an Airport Time Capsule, it’s likely that you only think about Time … Continue reading →

The Roku Express hits a new low in streaming box pricing, but it makes big compromises to get there.

All the marbles This week’s roundup includes an iPhone stand hewn from the earth itself. Read on! Anker We’re big fans of Anker’s portable batteries. The Anker PowerCore 13000 Portable Charger ($45 MSRP, $32 on Amazon) can charge an iPhone … Continue reading →

Everybody’s muscling in on streaming music these days. The latest entry: Amazon, which rolled out Amazon Music Unlimited on Wednesday, a streaming service with tens of millions of songs, a byzantine pricing structure, and a clear preference for Amazon aficionados. … Continue reading →

The U.S. Supreme Court is to hear arguments Tuesday in a closely-watched dispute between Samsung Electronics and Apple on the procedure for calculation of damages for the infringement of design patents. In general terms, a design patent protects the way … Continue reading →