Trendspotting: Top cameras of 2020 revealed

As always there's no shortage of year-end Top 10 lists, probably even more so during a pandemic. Anything to escape the wickedness that is 2020. In terms of cameras I cast my own vote to the Canon EOS R5 which I discussed here on Stark Insider. Canon just absolutely blew...

Laptop buying guide: seeking out the best deals, brands and features

With all this talk of deflation I can't help but think the laptop market is a prime example. Moore's law dictates that the the number of transistors that can be inexpensively placed on a transistor doubles every 2 years. What does that mean for you and me? Well, between the moribund...
Apple Store, Fifth Avenue, New York.

Apple: Time to panic? No. Worry. Yes.

Was the shortfall from customers who were underwhelmed by Siri and the 4S, and decided to wait another cycle before making a buy?
Test Drive - preview Android apps before buying.

Hands-on: Amazon Appstore for Android (Verdict: Winning!)

The Amazon Appstore is not going to change the world, but it's the best alternative to Google's stock Android store that we've yet seen.

Windows, Windows Phone apps one step closer with Microsoft Universal Store

Universal Store coming? One of the biggest challenges facing Microsoft is a deficit in quality apps. Unifying its myriad of platforms could help.
It's all abut that notch

Will Apple abruptly cancel iPhone X or was this the plan all along?

Either way, Apple is about to take it up a notch.

Android Dilemma: Samsung Galaxy Nexus or Motorola Droid RAZR Maxx?

I'm starting to believe that Droid RAZR Maxx is the best Android on the market right now - though I lament that it means sacrificing the original's sublime thin design. Can't we have it all?!
Pebble Core - Amazon Alexa voice recognition announcement

Pebble teams with Amazon, adds Alexa voice search to new wearable (Analysis)

"Alexa, ask Pebble how the Kickstarter campaign is doing." Another savvy move by Pebble. Today, the Redwood City wearable maker announced its upcoming Pebble Core wearable will feature Amazon's Alexa voice search assistant. This means you could use a voice command while you're running, for instance, to play a song. Or ask any...

TYLT TUNZ – Spunky Bluetooth Speaker a Winner

The ever ubiquitous Jawbone Jambox is the obvious competitor. At $149, about 25% cheaper, the Tunz wins on price, but what about performance?
Misfit Flash Link announced, priced at only $20

Misfit unveils $20 Link fitness tracker – game-changer?

Flash Link. Simple design, mass market pricing put pressure on Fitbit and the fitness tracking market. Will someone soon do the same and upend the smartwatch market with a low cost Android Wear watch?