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HTML5 vs. Flash - Who Will Win? Created: Thursday, August 02, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 22, 2013
HTML5 vs. Flash is a keen debate among tech enthusiasts. Will the new web standard make Adobe Flash obsolete?
5 Examples of Biomimetic Technology Created: Saturday, May 18, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
Find out more about how scientists and designers are using nature as inspiration for technologies of the future.
The Lifx Lightbulb Created: Monday, May 13, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 16, 2013
Learn more about the Lifx lightbulb, a successful Kickstarter project for a new smart lightbulb.
Using the Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) Created: Saturday, October 16, 2010 Updated: Sunday, May 12, 2013
A content delivery network like Amazon's S3 can help your website scale when under temporary demand spikes. Large files are delivered from the S3 infrastructure.
Startup Profile: Udacity Created: Monday, December 31, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Udacity is a tech startup aimed at democratizing elite technology education by making it available for free online. How is this possible? find out more about Udacity.
Ride Sharing Technology Created: Monday, May 06, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
LEarn more about how technology is changing car ownership, and allowing customers to use cars in dynamic, on-demand ways.
Startup Profile: Shapeways Created: Monday, May 06, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
Find out more about Shapeways, a company started in 2007 that has now become one of the premier marketplaces for 3D printing
The Airbnb Verified ID Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Airbnb is now requiring some of its user base to provide a verified government ID in order to keep using the site. What does this mean for Airbnb and for privacy on the Web in general?
Subscription Commerce Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
A new model of online retail is emerging to provide important discovery services for the overwhelmed consumer. Find out more about subscription commerce.
Linux Media Centers Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
If you are looking for an affordable alternative to commercial media centers why not build your own? Find out more about Linux based media centers.
Jawbone and BodyMedia Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
What does Jawbone's $100 million acquisition of BodyMedia mean for the future of fitness devices?
Startup Profile: WhatsApp Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Learn more about the mobile messaging service WhatsApp. Will it become the de facto replacement for SMS?
The Twine WiFi Sensor Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
The Twine WiFi sensor allows for many of the interesting features of an Arduino, packaged into a sturdy box with a solid web interface. Find out more about this technology here!
NoSQL: An Overview of NoSQL Databases Created: Sunday, November 28, 2010 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
NoSQL is designed for distributed data stores for very large scale data needs. Think about Facebook with it's 500,000,000 users or Twitter which accumulates Terabits of data every single day.
What are Smart Watches? Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
Smartwatches are a new phenomenon that have generated a lot of interest in the tech community. Find out more about what they are and why they are important for mobile computing.
3D Printed Objects Created: Saturday, April 27, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 27, 2013
Take a look at the wide range of objects that can be created with the latest generation of 3D printers. Some of these objects may surprise you!
Arduino Quadcopter Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 22, 2013
Check out these project ideas for creating an unmanned aerial vehicle using the popular Arduino micro-controller platform.
Arduino Robotics Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
Arduino provides a great introduction to the world of robotics. Check out these Arduino based robot project ideas.
Arduino Twitter Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
Find out more about Arduino projects that integrate with the popular social media site Twitter
Arduino RFID Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
Check out the following projects integrating Arduino with the near field communication format RFID
5 Twitter Add On Services Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
Here is a look at 5 Twitter Tools you won't want to do without.
Oculus Rift Features Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
The Oculus Rift is a highly anticipated virtual reality gaming device. Find out what features are causing it to be seen as a potential game-changer in the tech world
Arduino Projects for Beginners Created: Thursday, August 23, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
If you are interested in exploring Arduino and understanding its capabilities, here are 5 project ideas for beginners that can provide inspiration for your dive into this exciting technology.
Arduino Project Ideas Created: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
These five project ideas combine the Arduino platform with an array of technologies from across many disciplines. These projects will stretch your abilities as a developer, and really underscore th...
Arduino Thermostat Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Check out these ideas for creating a home thermostat using the popular Arduino micro-controller platform.
5 Raspberry Pi Projects for Beginners Created: Monday, December 31, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Have you recently acquired a popular Raspberry Pi, or are on the fence about it, and unsure where to start? Check out 5 projects you can pick up relatively easily for this popular computer technolo...
Custom Cases for Raspberry Pi Created: Thursday, February 28, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 02, 2013
One of the first tasks for a hobbyist after buying a new Raspberry Pi is to figure out how to protect it. Check out a few options for both store bought and DIY Raspberry Pi Cases here!
Raspberry Pi Wearable Computers Created: Thursday, February 28, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 02, 2013
While Google Glass is capturing a lot of recent media attention, Raspberry Pi might be an alternative to offering wearable computing at a fraction of the cost. Check out these Raspberry Pi wearable...
The Raspberry Pi Media Center Created: Thursday, February 28, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 02, 2013
The Raspberry Pi may be a cheap alternative to the traditional media center device. Check out these projects to find out whether the Raspberry Pi will be your media center of choice.
Arduino Motion Sensor Projects Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Sunday, March 31, 2013
Check out these ideas for creating a motion sensing device from the popular Arduino micro-controller platform.
Arduino Lock Devices Created: Thursday, February 28, 2013 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
Using Arduino as a method for opening doors using remote commands is one of the simplest introductory projects for Arduino. If you are looking to get started with Arduino, check out these projects!
Arduino and Mobile Phone Projects Created: Thursday, February 28, 2013 Updated: Monday, March 04, 2013
An exciting feature of Arduino is its portability. Find out more about projects that integrate Arduino with mobile device technology inside.