Samsung may kill off unlicensed third-party accessories with ID chip By JR Bookwalter published 23 October 13 Samsung may be looking to reign in exploding batteries and faulty chargers.
Surface RT owners back in business as Windows 8.1 RT officially returns By JR Bookwalter published 22 October 13 A once-pulled Windows 8.1 RT is fixed and re-released within days. Let's just hope it doesn't brick tablets again...
Apple could debut Surface-style keyboard cover alongside iPad 5 By JR Bookwalter published 21 October 13 Hoping for a keyboard cover from Apple with a little Microsoft flare? You might get your wish.
Sony working on faster wireless charging for Xperia handsets By JR Bookwalter published 18 October 13 Full wireless charging in only an hour? It may become a reality next year.
Google throws Chrome-lifeline to Windows XP users By JR Bookwalter published 16 October 13 Google Chrome will keep Windows XP safe for a year after its retirement.
Grand Theft Auto V rumored for PC debut in early 2014 By JR Bookwalter published 11 October 13 Industry sources claim Rockstar hasn't forgotten about its PC gamers. This all sounds familiar...
Office for iPad on the way, but not before 'touch first' for Windows By JR Bookwalter published 8 October 13 Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer confirms elusive Office for iPad is in the works, but offers no timeline for release.
Microsoft crows new Surfaces are selling out, but numbers are missing By JR Bookwalter published 4 October 13 Just how many Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2 tablets sales make a sellout? Microsoft isn't saying.
HTC One may be in danger of US import ban thanks to Nokia patent win By JR Bookwalter published 2 October 13 HTC, Qualcomm reportedly scrambling to avoid possible U.S. import ban, which would only pile on the bad new for the phone maker.
Spotify takes Twitter's lead, makes it easier for users to follow favorite artists By JR Bookwalter published 1 October 13 Why search for a favorite artist on Spotify when a single click will do? Look for little green Follow buttons to populate the web.
Latest Gmail for Android app suggests mobile ads are on the way By JR Bookwalter published 30 September 13 Google hasn't flipped the switch yet, but ads could soon invade Gmail for Android. Be warned.
Classic Steve Jobs keynote used to invalidate Apple's own patent By JR Bookwalter published 27 September 13 Rivals use Steve Jobs' famous iPhone demo to make their case, despite Jobs' "boy, have we patented it!" line.
Holy app stores! Users may drag in 102 billion downloads this year By JR Bookwalter published 19 September 13 Hate free apps with in-app purchases? Sorry pal, they're here to stay.
Google may crumble stale web cookies with its very own ad tracker By JR Bookwalter published 18 September 13 It's a move that would make sense - why rely on third-party ad tools when Google could make its very own to track you?
Microsoft puts a fresh coat of paint on Bing, but will users bite? By JR Bookwalter published 17 September 13 Microsoft debuts a restyled Bing while it claims the search engine is now so much more.
iPhone 5S online orders kick off at 12:01 a.m. PT on Sept. 20 By JR Bookwalter published 13 September 13 Skipping the iPhone 5C? Here are the deets on buying an iPhone 5S instead.
Nokia's rumored Windows RT tablet takes shape in sharp render By JR Bookwalter published 12 September 13 A busy fall awaits the Windows family, especially if Nokia releases its long-awaited (and expensive) tablet.
Sorry, Shazam: Google Glass just stole your best trick By JR Bookwalter published 10 September 13 Quick, to the GlassCave! It's time for another round of updates from the mothership.
Crafty cookies: Intelligence agencies said to have foiled online encryptions By JR Bookwalter published 6 September 13 U.S. and U.K. governments may have cracked encryption methods employed by the likes of Facebook and Google.
Lenovo brings the action closer with dual-mode Flex 14, 15 laptops By JR Bookwalter published 5 September 13 IFA 2013 Lenovo keeps the touchscreen laptops coming with its new Flex series.
iPad 5 possibly stacked up to iPad 4, shows of its slim figure By JR Bookwalter published 4 September 13 Updated All eyes are on Sept. 10's iPhone 5S event, but that doesn't mean the world has forgotten about the next-gen iPad.
Facebook responds to data use concerns with more policy updates By JR Bookwalter published 30 August 13 After a $20 million slap on the wrist, Facebook shores up how it can use member data.
EA says Xbox One exclusives aren't about playing favorites with Microsoft By JR Bookwalter published 29 August 13 Forget FIFA 2014: EA chief dismisses accusations the game publisher favors Xbox over PlayStation.
Nintendo slashes Wii U price as PS4, Xbox One loom on horizon By JR Bookwalter published 28 August 13 Updated Feeling the pressure, Nintendo? Stateside gamers can grab the Wii U for a few bucks cheaper starting next month.
Windows 8.1 ready for hardware makers, users still have to wait until Oct. 18 By JR Bookwalter published 27 August 13 Windows 8.1 is one step closer to release, but you still can't have it (yet).