Sassy Woman or Machine? Tech Giants Divided Over Digital Assistants
When users ask Siri, Apple's digital assistant, what she likes to drink, she is quick with an answer. "I have a thirst for knowledge," she responds. Her counterpart at Microsoft,…
Why the US Government and Tech Firms Can’t Agree About Encryption
Your phone is getting better and better at protecting your privacy. But Uncle Sam isn't totally comfortable with that, because it's also complicating the work of tracking criminals and potential…
Apple’s Failed Retail Revolution: Beacons Still Won’t Be Big on Black Friday
Hari Gottipati, an independent tech consultant, saw the future of shopping in 2013. In its annual update to the software for its mobile devices, Apple had just made it possible…
Black Friday Sales: The Best Online Deals for International Buyers
Wondering how you can make the most of Black Friday deals that are available right now in the US? While you can't really get hold of most of the heavy…