Are Smartphones Stupid?

As smartphones become increasingly ubiquitous in China, the growing phenomenon of “present absence” is changing the face of in-person communication.

News in Translation: Apple Unveils Smartwatch and Larger iPhones

For retailers, the holiday season is already in full swing and they are wasting no time revamping their strategy to entice would-be shoppers. Several Halloween costume shops in the US, for example, are reportedly taking over abandoned buildings and turning them into a fantastical costume shop. Read on and get the latest retail news from around the world.

In The News: Priceline Partners with Ctrip and much more

This week in the news, Connecticut-based online travel booking website Priceline Group announced plans to expand its business in China and a device, dubbed the world’s smartest baby monitor, is now on sale for $299. Click and get the latest technology news from around the world.

Multilingual Game App Creator: Interview with Jo Overline

Check out today’s interview with computer programmer and app developer, Jo Overline. You may have already heard of (and downloaded) the popular iPhone app Ugly Meter, but do you know about the creators behind this success? In today’s interview, Jo talks about his latest project, Wordicus, a multilingual word game that connects individuals across countries and languages. Check it out today!