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New Devices Increase the Appeal of Extended Reality

by Ben Arnold on June 5, 2023 at 4:22 pm

Excitement for extended reality devices (the catch-all term for virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality products) reached a fever pitch early this summer, with announcements of long-anticipated new products from Apple, Meta, and others. The attention the category is receiving is rightfully earned — VR was the last hit product in tech, selling more than 9 million units in 2021 and 2022 — and all eyes are on this market to lead the consumer electronics sector out of its current sales decline.

That Sinking Feeling

by Eddie Hold on May 15, 2023 at 9:07 am

Smartwatches are complex devices that supposedly provide us with an accurate, detailed array of health and fitness data from which we can make informed decisions. But after a recent windsurfing vacation I’m starting to question the accuracy of the data collected.

More Than a One-Trick Pony?

by Eddie Hold on April 26, 2023 at 7:31 am

The strong emphasis that the manufacturers place on the health and fitness functionality is of questionable value to us mere mortals. To expand the market to a broader consumer base, they need to evolve their approach and, perhaps, take some bold steps.

Any Given Sunday?

by Eddie Hold on January 10, 2023 at 12:27 pm

Streaming is slowly but surely taking over football … that leaves the 50 percent of the US without true broadband with more limited viewing options.

Folds and Phones

by Eddie Hold on September 7, 2022 at 11:46 am

IFA is over and Berlin can return to normal for a while. And while the tech innovations were small, there were hints of more exciting things to come.

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