technology
When Kickstarter campaigns succeeds, but promises aren't kept, there's little recourse
Millions of dollars have been generated for creative projects through Kickstarter. But not all projects that meet their fundraising goals are successfully brought to completion. And that can sometimes lead to headaches, hurt feelings, or worse.
Chinese telco giant Huawei faces skepticism in pursuit of U.S. market
Huawei is one of the biggest tech companies you've largely heard little about. That's in no small part because the company has been largely blocked from moving into the U.S. market in any major way, because of security concerns. But the company is already here, in ways not readily seen.
'Apple picking' raises big concerns for Apple product owners
Cities worldwide are seeing increased cases of theft of high priced Apple products. Now, tech users are offering up a list of ways to protect both the device and its data from thieves.
Scientists use Twitter to discuss experimental methods
A popular twitter hashtag is giving scientists a way to vent frustrations and share their humorous laboratory findings with the world. But some scientists are concerned the tweets could give critics a reason to discredit their research.
Civilian companies eye big potential for domestic drone use
Unmanned aerial vehicles have become popular tools in America's wars, but that technology is working its way back stateside. Already, there are a few domestic uses of drones, mostly by law enforcement and the military. But manufacturers have much bigger ideas in mind.
Singapore transplants create iPad app, comic book spinoff, to teach Chinese to English speakers
Yen Yen Woo and Colin Goh want their daughter to learn to speak Chinese. They moved to New York from Singapore, so it's important to them that their daughter reflect both American and Chinese cultures. So they created the Dim Sum Warriors to do just that.
Boeing Dreamliner problem deeper than safety concerns
Reoccurring problems with the lithium ion batteries used in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner have led to ongoing safety concerns. And with many engineers due to retire from the company, there's concern that American students won't be able to fill those spots.
Death of internet activist and innovator creates call for updated copyright law
The death of Aaron Swartz has added a new data point to the discussion of mental health services available in the United States. That's certainly the case. But for some people, his death is also an issue in an ongoing battle over copyright law.
Pakistanis question government's use of bans on cell phones, other tech
Pakistan's government likes to ban things. On New Year's eve, it instituted bans on particular ways of using motorbikes. But that's perhaps one of the milder bans. On several occasions this year, the government has banned the use of cell phones, social media and even motorbikes entirely.
Scientists taking closer look at how critical hearing is
Hearing may not be as selective as we once thought. With humans and other mammals that create auditory communication, hearing is not just about what the ear actually hears.
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