personal-tech: Smart Phones
Proposed New York Law Would Ban Anonymous Posts
A new bill would require anonymous posts to either be removed on demand or attributed. How is this remotely workable?
Why IBM Turned Off Siri (and Dropbox and 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....
HTC Smartphone Blockade Racks Up Victims
Certain HTC smartphones have been blocked at U.S. Customs, putting the hurt on AT&T and Sprint. Does Apple care that its patent war is damaging...
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Android, iOS Crush BlackBerry Market Share
May 24, 2012IDC's worldwide ranking of smartphone platforms sees RIM dip below 10% as Android and iOS continue to make big gains.
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Microsoft Drops Aero From Windows 8
May 23, 2012Why is Microsoft dropping the "glassy" Aero look from Windows 8, as announced last week? Battery life could be one reason.
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The Google/Motorola Deal is Done. What Now?
May 23, 2012Google's purchase of Motorola Mobility is complete, but there are still many unanswered questions. Will Moto's Droid phones have some home field...
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How iCloud Helped To Identify An iPhone Thief
May 22, 2012Via iCloud's automatic back-up feature, an iPhone user discovers that her phone's thief works for Disney
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Charlie Miller Makes iPhones Better By Attacking Them
May 21, 2012Apple products have gotten a lot more secure over the years, and Dr. Charlie Miller is one reason why. He is the leading authority on the...
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Is iPatch Tuesday In Apple's Future?
May 21, 2012iOS devices are all over the enterprise. Security threats against them might or might not exist, but they are certainly possible. The only...
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Cable Giants Open 50,000 Wi-Fi Hotspots
May 21, 2012Five cable companies, including Comcast and Time Warner, have agreed to let subscribers roam freely on Wi-Fi networks operated by one another.
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Samsung Racks Up 9M Galaxy S III Preorders
May 18, 2012Samsung's premier device for 2012 has received 9 million preorders weeks ahead of launch.
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Verizon: Pay Full Price On Phone, Keep Unlimited Data
May 18, 2012Company clarifies: users who want to upgrade phones to 4G LTE can keep their unlimited data plan, but they have to pay the full, unsubsidized cost...
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This Is Why T-Mobile Won't Officially Carry iPhones
May 18, 2012At the gdgt conference in Chicago, Chris Spera learned about T-Mobile's plan to make its network compatible with the iPhone.
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