Tech Talk

Observations from Jamie DeLoma, journalist and computer nerd

Archive for the ‘development’ Category

Technology helps connect readers, newspapers

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Readers of Hearst Connecticut’s four daily and six weekly newspapers have never had as much of an influence in the final product – or ability to reach the reporters and editors with such ease as today.

Get an unprecedented view inside the Petit murder trial

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Social media often shines the brightest during the darkest times — particularly in terms of Twitter.

Control what Google knows about you; learn about yourself

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Google has made it easier than ever to understand what personal information is collected, who it is available to and gives you the power to change such settings.

Livery cabs may become WiFi hotspots

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A venture capitalist hopes to equip 1,000 livery cars in New York City with WiFi by early fall, the Wall Street Journal reports — and then blanket the city with roaming hotspots.

Amazon to release new, less expensive Kindle

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Amazon will release a less expensive version of its e-reader next month, the Wall Street Journal reports.

Have a question? Just ‘Ask’

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Has your mind been plagued by a question? Are you desperately looking for a straight answer and not just a bunch of links? All you have to do is ask, or rather go to ask.com.

Apple tries to extinguish the fire raging over the iPhone 4

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Apple’s chief executive officer tried to extinguish the fire raging around its newest device.