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Working Conditions In Chinese Factories

Posted on February 2nd, 2012 by Ian G. Clifton

The average user never really sees the internals of a phone; those of us who care a little more might look through the latest photos from an ifixit teardown. But how often do we really think about the process that … Continue reading →

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An Android Lover’s Take On The iPhone 4S

Posted on December 18th, 2011 by Ian G. Clifton

So what about the iPhone 4S? First and foremost, the iPhone is way too small. The 3.5 inch screen is nice when I’m holding it 8 inches from my eye, but out and about it feels like my hands belong … Continue reading →

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Patents To Stifle Innovation

Posted on September 5th, 2011 by Ian G. Clifton

In Article 1 Section 8 of the United States Constitution, Congress is given the power to “…promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings … Continue reading →

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Apple Inspiration

Posted on June 11th, 2011 by Ian G. Clifton

There have been plenty of posts already on how iOS 5 is essentially a “catch up” release, primarily offering features that are available on other platforms.  The notification system, Twitter integration, lock screen widgets/info, iMessage, tabbed browsing, location-based reminders, etc. … Continue reading →

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Tablet Evolution

Posted on March 22nd, 2011 by Ian G. Clifton

I had the opportunity to play around with a Xoom last week, and it got me excited for what will undoubtedly be an exploding market. Tablets prior to the iPad were largely based around productivity and giving a complete desktop/laptop … Continue reading →

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