Technology
Google X reveals Project Wing, autonomous drones that can deliver things ‘in just a minute or two’
Google X, the web titan’s secretive special projects lab, has revealed that it’s working on a drone-based delivery system called Project Wing. Outwardly, the Google X project sounds a lot like Amazon’s Prime Air, but a closer inspection reveals that … Continue reading
Appreciating the Apple TV
With one or more autumnal Apple events on the horizon we turn our thoughts not only to what Cupertino has in mind for the iPhone and iPad, but the direction the next generation Apple TV might take. We’ve already issued … Continue reading
You Should Play: Godus
These days, keeping up with games can be a full-time job. So how do you separate the signal from the noise, the wheat from the chaff, the Temple Runs from the Temple Jumps? Allow us to help by regularly selecting … Continue reading
HTC One (M8) for Windows review: a novel new take on Windows Phone
HTC took its flagship Android phone, and swapped in Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8.1. The result is an entirely new flagship that’s even more appealing for its novelty factor.
ET deals: Dell UltraHD 28-inch monitor for $387, ASUS TF100T refurb for $202, more
We’ve got some great deals for you today on a wide range of goodies. Take advantage of great sales on an UltraHD monitor, convertible laptops and tablets, wireless headsets and more. Hope they help you have a happy Labor Day … Continue reading
Nike gets into smartwatch software with Samsung Gear S app
Nike is moving from fitness bands to smartwatches with an app for Samsung’s upcoming Gear S. The Nike+ Running app will come pre-loaded on the Gear S, and will put the watch’s built-in GPS and cellular connections to good use. … Continue reading
Will patent trolls put a stop to your favorite podcasts?
If you’ve got a mobile device, chances are you subscribe to a podcast or two. After all, there are hundreds of thousands of podcasts out there available to millions of listeners. And a company that holds a patent that it … Continue reading
10 international Criterion Collection films to stream on Hulu Plus
Hulu Plus is not just for catching up on this week’s episodes of The Daily Show or binge-watching old seasons of The Real Housewives of Orange County. It’s also home to a huge number of films distributed by the Criterion … Continue reading
Drones provide terrorists with a DIY air force
The cost of air power is coming down dramatically with the advent of drones. Before long, every country and terrorist organization will have its own DIY air force.
Facebook testing mobile searches for old posts
The feature lets users search for posts they’ve previously seen from friends and Pages.