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What Are Your Essential Apps?

Whether it’s a favorite RSS reader, a preferred Twitter client, an app that helps track workouts, or just that devilishly addictive game, every smartphone user has apps they can’t live without. So, what are yours? With great new apps materializing every day, we here at Giz have been doing some thinking about our favorite apps—those…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Oct 4

So, Uh, The Facebook Movie Is Good, Will You Watch It?

I wasn’t interested in watching a movie about Facebook. You probably weren’t either. But the reviews are trickling in for The Social Network and everyone is just glowing about the movie. The Social Network premiered yesterday at the New York Film Festival and I’m looking at all the ratings and reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and…

Social Media Casey Chan Sep 25

Are You a Fanboy (Or Fangirl)?

Fanboy. It’s simultaneously the geek equivalent of calling somebody a racist on the internet and a badge of pride, the ultimate declaration of one’s undying devotion to some greater entity. Are you a fanboy (or fangirl)? https://gizmodo.com/cupidtino-a-dating-site-for-apple-fanboys-and-girls-5531275 Do have an unconditional, irrational, deeply abiding affection for a company, product, person, or other cultural object, so…

Tech News Matt Buchanan Sep 24

Do You Drink Coffee or Tea?

We’ve schooled you on coffee. We’ve schooled you on tea. Both drinks have fiercely loyal followings. Which side are you on? https://gizmodo.com/chasing-the-perfect-cup-of-coffee-with-science-5642561 Do you drink coffee or tea?online survey Let the war wage on in the comments. AND no, you’re not a traitor if you dabble in both. Image credit http://www.flickr.com/photos/ruslik/…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Sep 23

Would You Ever Buy a Peek?

Earlier today, in the wake of the announcement of the Peek 9, the latest and greatest in a series of truly baffling gadgets, Brian Barrett asked “Who In Their Right Mind Would Buy a Peek 9?” Well, would you? https://gizmodo.com/who-in-their-right-mind-would-buy-a-peek-9-5642837 In that post, Barrett outlined the Peek 9 feature set: email, SMS, Facebook, Twitter, Maps…

Gadgets Kyle VanHemert Sep 20

Would You Be Happy With a Phone That Just Calls and Texts?

Once upon a time, cellphones were used for making phone calls. Then text messaging became a thing. Cameras, maps, and multimedia playback followed, and eventually we got apps. But would you be satisfied going back to the bread and butter? It seems like a no brainer—more is always better, right? Well, not for everyone. We’ve…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Sep 16

What’s the Difference Between a Hack and a Trick?

Recently, a bank teller in California foiled a robber by convincing him that he actually needed to take out a loan, busying the criminal with paperwork until the police arrived. Do you consider the teller’s action a social hack? Here’s the story, as reported in the Santa Cruz Sentinel: A man was arrested Wednesday afternoon…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Sep 15

Does Streaming Video Work Well Enough To Be Enjoyable?

Live streams were a godsend for us office-folk during the World Cup this summer, because watching games in halting, blocky clips was better than not watching them at all. Otherwise, though, is streaming good enough to really be enjoyable? YouTube’s showing off their new streaming video platform, YouTube Live, and while you may not necessarily…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Sep 13

Will You Buy A Nokia Device In The Future?

After hearing that Nokia changed management, we started reminiscing about the glory days of its devices. Many have long abandoned their Nokia phones for other brands, so we’re wondering: Do any of you plan on purchasing one in the future? https://gizmodo.com/nokias-new-ceo-is-a-former-microsoft-man-5634572 Personally, I’ve got fond memories of itty bitty Nokia phones that fit perfectly into…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Sep 10

How Do You Feel About Google Instant?

Today we got Google Instant, a fairly radical overhaul of Big G’s homepage that delivers predictive search results as you type. That’s crazy! But do you think it’s crazy cool or crazy stupid? https://gizmodo.com/what-is-google-instant-5632969 Google says the new system shaves precious seconds off of every search—and when you’re searching all the time, as pretty much…

Tech News Kyle VanHemert Sep 8

What Do You Think the Most Important Tech Invention of the 21st Century Is?

A lot of amazing inventions, ideas, and technologies came about in the 21st century, but we want to know: Which tech invention do you think was the most important during this time? Tell us which tech invention of the 21st century is the most important so far in the comments. Was it a small gadget?…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Aug 26

Question of the Day: Are You Having Any iPhone 3GS Issues?

From weird sounds to activation issues, we’ve heard a few things about the iPhone 3GS since it launched on Friday. Now we’re curious, and want to know what is (or isn’t) going on with your shiny new purchase. https://gizmodo.com/some-iphone-3gs-units-are-emitting-random-15khz-tones-5298734 As you’ll see, we’ve offered a few broad choices that cover the range of issues we’ve…

Tech News Jack Loftus Jun 21

What’s the Most Important Gadget Ever Made?

From the printing press to the personal computer, the radio to the iPod touch, gadgets have changed how we communicate, learn, absorb entertainment, and laugh at nerds. But which was the biggest game-changer of all? https://gizmodo.com/darth-vaders-head-will-freak-you-up-every-morning-5232854 I’ll start things off by paying homage to a gadget that changed the world from the mid-15th century until……

Tech News Dan Nosowitz Apr 29

Recession Economics: What Can’t You Live Without?

A Pew survey back in 2006 showed what Americans felt were their necessary luxuries (car, TV, air conditioner, computer). That survey was recently re-done, and tech showed surprising strength despite the economy. The biggest loser is the microwave, far and away, with only 47% naming it as essential— a 21 point drop from 2006. In…

Tech News Dan Nosowitz Apr 25

Can a Jedi Lightsaber Cut Through Superman?

Someone at Yahoo! Answers asks: “Can a Jedi lightsaber cut through Superman?” In other words: is Superman more powerful than a Midichlorian? You’ll never be able to get this question out of your head without at least trying to answer it. The team at Yahoo! Answers is somewhat split on the outcome; responses include “No.…

io9 Grae Feb 1

What Are Your Essential Apps?

So, Uh, The Facebook Movie Is Good, Will You Watch It?

Are You a Fanboy (Or Fangirl)?

Do You Drink Coffee or Tea?

Would You Ever Buy a Peek?

Would You Be Happy With a Phone That Just Calls and Texts?

What’s the Difference Between a Hack and a Trick?

Does Streaming Video Work Well Enough To Be Enjoyable?

Will You Buy A Nokia Device In The Future?

How Do You Feel About Google Instant?

What Do You Think the Most Important Tech Invention of the 21st Century Is?

Question of the Day: Are You Having Any iPhone 3GS Issues?

What’s the Most Important Gadget Ever Made?

Recession Economics: What Can’t You Live Without?

Can a Jedi Lightsaber Cut Through Superman?

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