Three biggest misconceptions about 3D printing
If your business isn't already investing in 3D printing, it should be. And if you have a 3D printer, you should buy another one, recommends Gartner research director Pete Basiliere.
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Gartner predicts 3D printers will cost less than a PC by 2016
Widespread adoption of 3D printing technology may not be that far away, according to a Gartner report predicting that enterprise-class 3D printers will be available for less than $2,000 by 2016.
Big data roadblocks will slow driverless cars until 2040, analyst says
The excitement over recent advancements in autonomous vehicle technology has elicited some optimistic expectations.
Augmented reality: What do businesses need to know?
The technology has been around for quite some time, but like so many other fringe smartphone features, augmented reality has yet to present itself as a must-have for consumers.
How to avoid BYOD disasters
Imagine an organisation where employees are given several consecutive months of vacation every year. It sounds like a dream, but in the era of BYOD, it could also be an IT exec's worst nightmare.
Four enterprise software products you might not need anymore
No two businesses are exactly alike. Therefore, not all companies will be equally effective with the same software products.
In Pictures: 10 tech company social media bloopers
It’s been quite the month for corporate social media activity. Both Burger King and Jeep have seen their Twitter accounts hijacked, with hilarious results. Meanwhile, Google’s attempt to stir up genuine conversation around its Google Glass project saw some negative feedback. Some brands are even pretending to have their accounts hacked simply for the publicity. But social media blunders are nothing new, and the technology industry is not immune to them
Even for Apple, smart wristwatch could be a tough sell
Apple's next big innovation may be found on its customers' wrists.
What IT needs to know about near-field communications
The rise of near-field communications (NFC) has been part of the discussion in the mobile industry for years. Unfortunately, the technology hasn't generated much more than discussion to this point.
How wireless charging can drive near-field communications growth
At CES 2013, the Wireless Power Consortium displayed dozens of devices that were designed to the Qi wireless charging standard, suggesting that 2013 may be the year wireless charging becomes a feature consumers expect to come standard in new smartphones.
5 takeaways from CES 2013
CES 2013 has come and gone. In addition to "wear more comfortable shoes next time", here's what we learned at this year's premier consumer technology conference.
In Pictures: 10 hot startups at CES 2013
Here are 10 startups that turned heads at CES 2013.
In Pictures: 10 wireless charging technologies on display at CES 2013
Here are 10 innovative technologies designed to the transformative Qi wireless charging standard that were on display at CES.
Can Intel save the Ultrabook?
Ultrabooks made a big splash at last year's CES, but sales over the course of 2012 were disappointing. Intel yesterday made a determined bid to change all that.
Apps coming to cars, even without phones
Smartphones have had a massive impact on the driving world in the past few years, from saving drivers money on GPS navigation to monitoring their fuel output. Pretty soon, cars will be able to do all this on their own.