Articles by: JR Bookwalter

Apple could give your next MacBook the finger(print)

By JR Bookwalter published 17 February 15

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Your finger may soon be all that's needed to unlock a Mac.

Intel processors: what you need to know to get started

By JR Bookwalter published 9 February 15

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In Depth Demystify your CPU choices before buying your next device. A very simple primer to help you get started.

10 best iPhone keyboard apps for iOS 8

By JR Bookwalter published 30 January 15

IN DEPTH Apple says its built-in QuickType keyboard is its 'smartest ever.' But that doesn't mean these aren't better.

What's at stake in next month's net neutrality vote

By JR Bookwalter published 9 January 15

In Depth The talk around net neutrality comes to a head on February 26 - here's what could happen and why it matters.

Sony fires up sweet 4K projector you probably can't afford

By JR Bookwalter published 6 January 15

CES 2015 Forget specs, the cost of Sony's newest 4K projector takes our breath away.

What to expect from business tech in 2015

By JR Bookwalter published 31 December 14

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From tablets at work to desktop OS updates, we shed light on the road ahead.

4K in 2014: the highs, the lows and what to expect in 2015

By JR Bookwalter published 30 December 14

In Depth A look back at the 'year of 4K' that barely was, and whether we can look forward to it (really) taking off next year.

Nokia's first Android tablet could arrive mere days into 2015

By JR Bookwalter published 23 December 14

Nokia eyes Chinese market for launch of debut Android tablet.

Nexus 7 vs Nexus 9 vs Nexus 10

By JR Bookwalter published 15 October 14

Versus Is the brand new Nexus 9 tablet really the best one yet?

iOS 8 bug said to be eating up users iCloud Drive docs

By JR Bookwalter published 30 September 14

Be careful with that reset button - an iOS 8 bug is apparently swallowing iCloud Drive documents right before users' eyes.

Android L reportedly accelerating the race to 64-bit smartphones

By JR Bookwalter published 29 September 14

Google next operating system is apparently pushing rapid development of smartphones that take advantage of it.

Samsung Galaxy Alpha released as an AT&T exclusive

By JR Bookwalter published 26 September 14

AT&T quietly start selling the metal-trimmed Samsung Galaxy Alpha. Yay?

The Moto X 2014 touches down at Verizon today

By JR Bookwalter published 25 September 14

Take that AT&T! You may have the new Moto X up for pre-order, but Verizon's is on sale now.

Facebook drones will be huge, could get off the ground next year

By JR Bookwalter last updated 2 July 20

Drones as big as 747s? That's Facebook's plan for its internet-delivering flying aircraft.

Smart home gadgets and a wearable may be next on Amazon's list

By JR Bookwalter published 24 September 14

Amazon wants you to buy, buy, buy, and it may have come up with some home-invading ways to do just that.

Microsoft's answer to Chromecast is a less attractive, more expensive dongle

By JR Bookwalter published 23 September 14

The Chromecast-like Wireless Display Adapter is limited to Miracast-enabled devices, but it plays nice with Android.

Fanless 12-inch MacBook Air said to arrive with reversible USB port

By JR Bookwalter published 22 September 14

Apple may be pulling out all the stops to thin down the MacBook Air, including a new kind of USB connector.

Screw Apple Pay: Samsung to team with PayPal for its watch payment plans?

By JR Bookwalter published 19 September 14

Samsung scurries to equip smartwatches with payment technology.

Slingplayer mobile apps cozy up to Chromecast with latest update

By JR Bookwalter published 17 September 14

Live or recorded TV comes to Chromecast thanks to Slingplayer support.

Amazon Fire TV turns up the tunes with Spotify Connect

By JR Bookwalter published 15 September 14

There still isn't a dedicated Fire TV app, but Spotify Connect is next best thing.

Nexus 9 and its 'tube-shaped' waterproof camera may show at HTC October event

By JR Bookwalter published 15 September 14

Google and HTC may unleash a new, larger Nexus tablet with some interesting new features soon.

Wi-Fi calling not a priority for AT&T, will roll out in 2015

By JR Bookwalter published 12 September 14

AT&T will offer Wi-Fi calling, but plans to take its time getting there.

SlingTV now shipping, free upgrade for Slingbox 500 owners

By JR Bookwalter published 11 September 14

SlingTV arrives at retail and as free software update for existing hardware.

Sorry Google Voice, but Hangouts just dialed up free voice calls

By JR Bookwalter published 10 September 14

Google Voice suffers another blow as outgoing voice calls come to Hangouts.

LG G Watch now $50 cheaper following Apple Watch reveal

By JR Bookwalter published 10 September 14

LG's smartwatch receives a temporary price cut, while Verizon begins preorders for Moto 360.