Now’s not the best time to go Windows 8 tablet hunting.
Watch: Guy Uses Thought-Controlled Bionic Leg to Climb 103-Story Chicago Skyscraper
This is definitely from the future: a guy, using the power of his mind, literally, to control a bionic leg and climb a skyscraper in Chicago — all 103 floors.
Why the iPad Mini Is Priced at $329
How important is the iPad Mini to Apple’s tablet strategy? And even at this price, will it be successful?
Ico Influenced Chief-Cortana Bond in Halo 4, Says Director
Part two of my three-part interview with Josh Holmes, Halo 4‘s creative director.
Why Microsoft May (or May Not) Build Its Own Windows Phone
The tech world always needs a good rumor to obsess over, and lately it’s been the idea of a Windows Phone made by Microsoft.
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Six Theories for the Possible Short Lines on iPad Mini Launch Day
It’s not clear how robust demand for the iPad Mini is. But I have some theories on way it might be relatively low.
Obama Expected to Win Ohio, Say YouGov/Xbox Poll Respondents
According to the latest YouGov/Xbox poll, Ohio has slightly more Romney supporters than Obama supporters, but what happens when you ask people who they expect to win?
Girl Scouts Use Social Media, Mobile Tech to Break Cookie Sales Records
The ease of connecting with customers through email, texting and social media is one of the reasons the Girl Scouts are selling more cookies than ever before.
Giant Inflatable Plugs: Could New Technology Stop Future Subway Flooding?
The Department of Homeland Security is working to develop a giant plug for a giant subway tunnel.
Eye Am a Camera: Surveillance and Sousveillance in the Glassage
Digital eye glasses like Google’s Project Glass, and my earlier Digital Eye Glass, will transform society because they introduce a two-sided surveillance and sousveillance. Here is some history and my future predictions.
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Google’s New Tablet and Phone: Nexus Gets Even Nicer
Android 4.2 is debuting on this new 10″ tablet and 4.7″ phone, two impressive pieces of hardware at attractive prices.
Yet Another Promise of a Smartphone Battery Breakthrough
Researchers tied to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say they’ve figured out how to double smartphone battery life, and the breakthrough has nothing to do with the battery itself.