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Countdown to July 1st: Let's start talking about Google Reader replacements

Posted Mar 15, 2013 - 08:30 am

Google Reader is going away this summer. If you don't get what all the fuss is about, this post isn't for you. For the rest of us, let's get to work finding a replacement.
Analyst says Wii U had a tough February; Sony Vita 3G model being discontinued?

Posted Mar 13, 2013 - 08:30 am

Sony PS4 reveal was a bright spot, but we're back to doom and gloom for the console gaming industry.
Xi3's Piston "Steam Box" available for pre-order, but is it a good deal?

Posted Mar 12, 2013 - 08:30 am

Tech outlets are calling it 'top end' and 'the first' Steam Box. I'm calling it a case of buyer beware, at least until we know more.
SimCity and Tomb Raider: Two major PC game launches marred by technical problems

Posted Mar 07, 2013 - 06:45 pm

Two major game launches happened this week and neither went smoothly. When are we gamers going to learn to be more discriminating about the titles we support with our dollars?
Is FreedomPop's free Internet offer too good to be true?

Posted Mar 07, 2013 - 09:30 am

FreedomPop added a new Home Internet service this week. I've been using their mobile version and, for the most part, their offer is legit.
YouTube's rumored music subscription service may not be what you expect

Posted Mar 06, 2013 - 09:30 am

Yesterday Fortune dished a rumor saying that a YouTube music subscription service would launch before the end of the year, but if you're thinking of something along the lines of a Spotify competitor, you may be on the wrong track.
The iWatch: Your next must-have Apple product?

Posted Mar 05, 2013 - 09:30 am

You've got an Apple laptop, an Apple phone, an Apple tablet, and an Apple TV...what's Cuppertino's next challenge? Putting an Apple on your wrist, according to rumors floating around yesterday.
Amazon was busy making Prime Instant Video deals in February

Posted Mar 01, 2013 - 09:30 am

None of these deals alone is all that impressive but looked at in aggregate it's clear that Amazon is serious about Prime Instant.
Roku and Broadcom bringing Miracast video mirroring to set-top streamers?

Posted Feb 28, 2013 - 09:30 am

If a recent report is to be believed, Roku wants to be your go-to device for video mirroring as well as streaming. Let's hope so!
Razer accepting pre-orders for Edge Windows 8 gaming tablet in March

Posted Feb 27, 2013 - 09:30 am

The Razer Edge, nee Project Fiona, is finally coming.

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