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Tech Biz
From Silicon Valley to Mumbai, Sony to Samsung, the Asia-Pacific drives global technology today, which in turn increasingly influences local and international politics, economics and society. The Diplomat's Tech Biz blog looks at the products, the companies, the industries and the trends that make technology one of the most dynamic aspects of the region.
Oculus VR Adds $16 Million to an Already Successful Kickstarter Campaign
Venture capital firms are serious about bringing the Oculus Rift to consumers.
Waterproof Smartphones: Sony Xperia Z vs. Galaxy S4 Active
Both phones offer one-meter waterproofing, but which boasts better specs?
Hashtags Come to Facebook. #Epicwin or #Epicfail?
Organizing topics with a simple “#” now available for Facebook users.
American Officials Call on Smartphone Makers to Combat “Apple-picking”
San Francisco, NYC meet with Apple, Samsung to stall an increase in device theft.
iPhone in 2013: Bigger, Cheaper, and More Colorful?
Supply chain sources claim that new iPhones will include numerous changes.
The Last Of Us: Emotional Evolution of the Survival Horror Genre
Naughty Dog’s post-apocalyptic game is more about morality than “zombies”.
No E3 Keynote for Nintendo, Exclusive Software Revealed By Webcast
Nintendo boss touts much-anticipated software titles. Too little, too late?
Oculus Rift VR Headset With Improved Resolution on Show at E3
The virtual reality-focused company has introduced a 1080P version of its groundbreaking hardware.
PlayStation 4: Cheaper Than Xbox One, No Internet Connection Needed
Also no used game restrictions and it’s going to be region-free.
Apple: WWDC 2013 Day One Recap
Apple introduces an array of new software and hardware refreshes at its annual conference
Asserting Mapping Dominance, Google Finalizes Waze Buyout
Google’s $1.3 million bid overshadowed Apple, Facebook interest
WWDC Predictions Abound Hours Before Apple’s Big Event
Analysts expect iOS overhaul, a streaming music service, and updated laptops to be announced.