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Why IBM Turned Off Siri (and Dropbox Lots Of Other Things)

IBM's growing pains with BYOD read like a checklist for any company's issues with consumerization of IT.

Microsoft Drops Aero From Windows 8

Why is Microsoft dropping the "glassy" Aero look from Windows 8, as announced last week? Battery life could be one reason.

The Google/Motorola Deal is Done. What Now?

Google's purchase of Motorola Mobility is complete, but there are still many unanswered questions. Will Moto's Droid phones have some home field...

Why I Don't Have a Facebook Page

Bob Guccione Jr. is an iconic figure in modern journalism, who started SPIN and GEAR magazines and owned DISCOVER magazine. He helped define new...

Is iPatch Tuesday In Apple's Future?

iOS devices are all over the enterprise. Security threats against them might or might not exist, but they are certainly possible. The only...

Keep Your Business Off Of Facebook

Facebook is so outrageously popular that many are tempted to use it for business, just like other consumerization trends. Resist the urge....

This Is Why T-Mobile Won't Officially Carry iPhones

At the gdgt conference in Chicago, Chris Spera learned about T-Mobile's plan to make its network compatible with the iPhone.

Verizon To Sunset Unlimited Data Plan

Verizon customers who move to 4G LTE will lose their unlimited data plan. But let's not gripe about thieving carriers until we know the specifics....

Ballmer Tops Forbes' List Of 5 Worst CEOs

After more than 12 years, it's clear that Steve Ballmer doesn't understand the organization or industry he's in. Can someone please tell me why...

In Defense Of Steve Ballmer

Is Steve Ballmer the "worst CEO" in America today, as a Forbes article claims? It's an utterly unfair analysis.

Facebook Takes Charge Of Apps, Opens Store

Facebook's new App Center will be modeled after Apple's App Store and Google Play. It will be a single location for apps that are submitted by...

Windows Phone: Great OS, Bad Name

Carriers don't have confidence in "Windows Phone" as a brand. Mostly they avoid discussing it. Fair or not, the name "Windows" doesn't inspire...

Who Would We Miss? Microsoft, Yes. Apple? Sort Of. RIM, Definitely.

Imagine if one of the major technology companies disappeared without a trace. No more of its products, no more support. Which company would we...

Wireless Power Is A Stupid Gimmick

The latest hot smartphone from Samsung will have a wireless charging option and add-on products are available for other devices. Doesn't this make...

If Phone Subsidies Decline, So Should Long-Term Contracts

Wireless carriers in Europe are ending their handset subsidies and U.S. carriers Verizon, AT&T. Sprint and T-Mobile are considering the same...



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