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September 11, 2014
A Wearable Robot Suit That Will Add Power To Your Step
Some day this smart garment from Harvard could boost the endurance and strength of everyone from soldiers and firefighters to the elderly and outdoor enthusiasts.
The difficult thing about wearing Harvard University engineer Conor Walsh's robotic exosuit-- a soft textile garment designed to enhance a human's natural mobility---isn't putting it on. It's taking it off.
How Matt's Machine Works
With a new version out and millions hooked, WordPress creator Matt Mullenweg's unconventional model can make or break the Web.
This article includes interviews with WordPress creator Matt Mullenweg; management guru Scott Berkun; WordPress historian Siobhan McKeown; early WordPress.org contributor Rich Bowen; and former WordPress CEO Toni Schneider.
What Is Twitter's First Mobile Developer Conference About?
Any big announcements?
Twitter announced yesterday that it will hold its first mobile developer conference; it's called Flight. Taking place in San Francisco on October 22nd, the whole thing is still fairly mysterious. We don't know too much yet, except the obvious, like a keynote by CEO Dick Costolo.
September 10, 2014
Yes, Apple's TestFlight Will Still Support 1,000 Beta Testers
After some confusion, Apple has confirmed TestFlight will still support 1,000 beta testers.
We've spoken to Apple regarding the confusion surrounding Apple's new TestFlight Beta Testing program after the company sent emails to developers about its progress after the Apple special event yesterday.
After 30 Years, Macworld Is No Longer A Magazine
It was one of the best publications ever done about computers--and, at the end, one of the last computer magazines, period.
In January of 1984, Apple announced the Macintosh. Among the many things which made the launch memorable was the fact that the brand-new computer was accompanied by a brand-new magazine, IDG's Macworld. Thanks to a deal hashed out by IDG's David Bunnell and Apple's Steve Jobs, the first issue debuted the same day that the Mac did, which means that there's never been such a thing as a Mac market that wasn't covered by Macworld.
Report Suggests Microsoft Could Phase Out Nokia And Windows Phone Brands
Long live Lumia.
A new report suggests Microsoft could drop the Nokia and Windows Phone branding as it pushes the Lumia name.
"99 Red Balloons," Brilliantly Performed On Actual Red Balloons
And the meta fun doesn't stop there.
Musician Andrew Huang has officially taken covers to a new level: Presenting Nena's 1983 hit "99 Red Balloons"…played on actual red balloons. What's more, the video was uploaded to YouTube on 9/9. It's like holding a mirror up to a mirror.
Why You Won't Be Wearing An iWatch
Even Tim Cook seemed to want an iWatch--here's why that didn't happen.
"The iWatch" rolls off the tongue. It's what you, me, and even Apple CEO Tim Cook want to call Apple's new smartwatch. Yet, we got the decidedly blah "Apple Watch."
Passwords For 5 Million Google Accounts Leaked
A database was uploaded to a Russian bitcoin forum (where else?) late Tuesday, but the list appears to contain many outdated logins.
Once again: This is a good time to change your passwords.
Tumblr, Netflix, And More Join "Internet Slowdown Day" To Support Net Neutrality
The companies are asking visitors to sign a petition to Congress protesting the FCC's latest proposal on net neutrality.
Feel like you've been transported back to dial-up today? Dozens of Internet companies are participating in a symbolic slowdown of their sites in a protest for net neutrality. Netflix, Etsy, and Tumblr (to name just a few) joined BattleForTheNet.com in its "Internet Slowdown Day."
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