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5 New XCOM: Enemy Unknown Screens Explained
I recently spoke with XCOM: Enemy Unknown developer Firaxis about their upcoming hybrid turn-based, real-time strategy game’s tactical options, how to thwart at least one new alien bad guy and the ramifications of ticking off …
10 Totally Weird iPhone and Android Games
A look at the most funny, pointless and just plain bizarre games out there for the iPhone and Android devices.
The 20 Best Skyrim Mods (So Far)
Frustrated with Skyrim’s PC user interface? Bored with its one-dimensional artificial intelligence routines? Looking for dragons that actually put up a fight, or maybe the option to summon one yourself? These best-in-show mods …
Five Miniature Robots Designed to Travel Inside Humans
Robots have traveled everywhere from war zones to outer space. Now scientists in the field of miniature robots are venturing into brand-new territory — the human body.
14 Notable Phones and Tablets from Mobile World Congress 2012
Quad-core phones, slim tablets and gimmicky features abound at the 2012 Mobile World Congress. Here’s a roundup of the most interesting smartphones and tablets from the show.
14 Important Arcade Games Not Available for iPhone or iPad
Arcade classics have found new life on the iPhone and iPad, with major publishers bringing their retro hits to the App Store. But there’s still room for more.
50 Best iPhone Apps 2012
Whether you’re looking to load up a new iPhone or simply expand your collection, here’s our 2012 list of download-deserving apps.
The 12 Best Android Widgets for 2012
With all due respect to smartphone apps, sometimes you don’t want to open a new program just to get some quick info or perform a minor task. That’s where Android widgets come in handy, bringing the functionality of those apps …
Andy Rooney: ‘I Don’t Really Like Gadgets’ (and Other Tech Quips)
Andy Rooney reminded us how important it is to make technology accessible to people who don’t like technology. Here’s a collection of some of his most masterful musings when it came to the world of high tech.
‘Do a Barrel Roll’ and Several Other Fun Google Easter Eggs
The world went crazy over Google’s “Do a Barrel Roll” stunt yesterday. Crazy. In case you missed it, go to Google and search for “do a barrel roll” without the quotes. Ta-da. Cool, eh? Maybe you’re even a little nauseous.
But the old barrel roll trick—as it’ll one day be called when it’s actually old—isn’t the only Easter egg Google
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25 Facebook Profiles You Should Subscribe to Right Now
Facebook’s new subscribe feature has been live for a few weeks. Take a look as we honor our favorites from Facebook, from the savvy digitalists to the up-and-coming social scamps.