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Hal Koss Hal Koss
Updated on March 20, 2025

An Oral History of Xfire, the Gaming App That Paved the Way for Discord

An early social network for gamers, Xfire racked up tens of millions of users. Then it collapsed.

An Oral History of Xfire, the Gaming App That Paved the Way for Discord
Tracee Perryman Tracee Perryman
Updated on March 11, 2025

Tech in the Classroom: What Is It Good For?

Our expert presents a new way to think about the question.

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Richard E. Cytowic Richard E. Cytowic
Updated on March 11, 2025

Does Screen Time Stunt Development?

While some tech enthusiasts believe educational apps can help toddlers hit fine motor milestones earlier, researchers say otherwise.

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Petra Velzeboer Petra Velzeboer
Updated on February 25, 2025

Are You Addicted to Your Phone and Laptop? Here’s How to Set Boundaries.

Our expert offers seven tips for setting healthy boundaries with technology.

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Brooke Becher Brooke Becher
Updated on February 03, 2025

What Is Virtual Reality?

Virtual reality uses computer-generated simulations to create three-dimensional environments that engage users’ senses. Here’s how VR works, its types, how it differs from augmented reality, use cases, examples and what the future of VR holds.

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Mae Rice Mae Rice
Updated on January 29, 2025

Real Estate Technology: Overview, Trends and 26 Companies to Know

The future of real estate is rooted in personalization and precision.

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Jenny Lyons-Cunha Jenny Lyons-Cunha
Updated on January 23, 2025

18 Largest Tech Companies in the U.S.

Dominating the global tech landscape, these U.S.-based giants shape industries ranging from artificial intelligence to personal computing hardware.

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Sunny Betz Sunny Betz
Updated on January 23, 2025

24 Food Delivery Companies Putting Dinner on the Table

Hungry for delivery? These companies deliver meals and more straight to your door.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on December 04, 2024

Proptech: Everything You Need to Know (With 27 Examples)

What is proptech? A glimpse into the technology changing the real estate industry.

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Robert Ramsey Robert Ramsey
Updated on December 04, 2024

AR and VR Tech Has Disappointed Users. Here’s How to Improve It.

For AR and VR, the best path forward should consider how they can grow to meet expectations in the long run.

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