Articles by JR Bookwalter

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).

Want a little Nokia Lumia with your Windows RT tablet?

By JR Bookwalter published 26 August 13

Fans of Nokia's Lumia style may soon be able to buy a tablet with similar looks.

Apple vs Samsung judge wants no more delays, retrial moving full steam ahead

By JR Bookwalter published 23 August 13

Hate long legal battles? Apparently Judge Lucy Koh has reached her limit, too.

Treasure chest of potential gold iPhone 5S photos surface

By JR Bookwalter published 22 August 13

All that glitters is the next iPhone apparently as yet more images show the rumored handset in an brand-new color.

First run of Firefox OS-powered ZTE Open smartphones sell out

By JR Bookwalter published 21 August 13

Firefox OS washes ashore in the U.S. and U.K., only to vanish as quickly as it arrived.

Barnes & Noble says just kidding, it's still in the tablet business

By JR Bookwalter published 20 August 13

You didn't think Barnes & Noble was serious about ditching hardware, did you? (Good one, guys!)

New Nexus 7 owners now vexed by multitouch bugs

By JR Bookwalter published 13 August 13

A second bug has reared its ugly head on Google's new Nexus 7, but the G team is on the case.

HTC could soon make room at the table for HTC One Max, mystery Zara device

By JR Bookwalter published 23 July 13

HTC may need to clear a lot of space ASAP as the T6 phablet and an unheard of plastic thing are said to arrive in Q3.

The ever-leaking Nexus 7 2 shows up with an Android 4.3-esque wallpaper

By JR Bookwalter published 22 July 13

Clock says 4:30, so it must be time for a new version of Jelly Bean.

Nexus 7 2 details continue to spill, will it flood the market July 31?

By JR Bookwalter published 19 July 13

Latest info points to Android 4.3 and a quad-core 1.5GHz processor. Is there anything we won't know when it's released?

LG unveils less-expensive UHD TVs, which still cost more than your rent

By JR Bookwalter published 12 July 13

Increasing your credit card limit may now be optional for buying into Ultra HD.

Apple could cut a deal with Sharp to equip tech with IGZO displays

By JR Bookwalter published 10 July 13

IGZO panels for existing Apple product lines could be a bigger deal than that rumored HDTV.

It's not over till it's over: BB7 lives on in newly leaked Bold 9720

By JR Bookwalter published 9 July 13

Updated As BlackBerry 10 falters from the start, can a fresh BlackBerry 7 device help invigorate the company's lineup?

Android Jelly Bean review

By JR Bookwalter, John McCann published 4 July 13

Updated Google gets its hands dirty improving what's already great about Ice Cream Sandwich, as it serves up its tastiest treat yet with Android Jelly Bean.

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