Art of Simplicity: Microsoft Arrow Launcher for Android (Hands-on)
"Your relationship with your phone doesn’t have to be complicated," says Microsoft. Case in point: the company's new Arrow home launcher for Android.
Clinton Stark
Filmmaker and editor at Stark Insider, covering arts, AI & tech, and indie film. Inspired by Bergman, slow cinema and Chipotle. Often found behind the camera or in the edit bay. Peloton: ClintTheMint.
San Francisco’s revitalized Strand Theater wins design award (Video)
Congratulations to all involved in the stunning revitalization of the new Strand Theater on Market Street. A.C.T. artistic director Carey Perloff today announced the new…
4K Hype: Should you still buy a Canon 70D?
It might be one of the biggest, and most concerning, questions camera buyers have been asking themselves this year. Do I need 4K? More specifically,…
Fossil gets it right, prices debut smartwatches and fitness trackers from $125
When it comes to smartwatches, at least as it stands here in 2015, there are two schools of thought. On the premium side, you have…
Uplifting ‘Room’ wins over audiences at MVFF (Award Round-Up)
The votes are in. Organizers say Room was named the overall audience favorite at this year’s Mill Valley Film Festival. Directed by Lenny Abrahamson, the film…
All-star cast propels ‘Spotlight’ (Review)
Mark Ruffalo. Michael Keaton. Rachel McAdams. Liev Schreiber. John Slattery. Stanley Tucci. Together, in one movie? Yes. That would be Spotlight. And it’s a monster.…
AtomicX Bluetooth headphones a solid budget choice (Review)
You can spend a fortune on Bluetooth headphones. Or you can gather your senses and grab a pair of AtomicXs for next to nothing. As…
Film Review: Toni Collette lends ‘Miss You Already’ star power
Director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight) said that she wanted to ensure that Drew Barrymore and Toni Collette bonded before shooting began. As she has done so…
RED Raven and Stark Insider: The Cult of RED
RED Raven digital cinema camera. The fastest $1,000 I've ever spent. Had I been lured, like so many before me, by the Cult of RED?
‘Son of Saul’ an astonishing, devastating experience not to be missed
At filmmaker Lázló Nemes’ request, Son of Saul screened at MVFF using a gorgeous, organic 35mm print. Interestingly, after opening promos, the screen and drapes re-sized…