Opinion

Rejoice! FAA to Review Airplane Gadget Restrictions

The F.A.A. says it will soon review its current regulations for the use of tablets and e-readers on airplanes during taxiing, takeoff and landing. But don’t ditch those magazines and newspapers; it could take years before any restrictions are lifted&

An elastic workforce model may remain after the recession

Say Goodbye to that Clunky Scroll Wheel with Logitech’s Sleek Touch Mouse

Logitech’s cool new Touch Mouse M600 is a stylish wireless mouse that lets you scroll rapidly through lengthy documents and navigate websites by simply swiping its sleek touch-sensitive surface.

Office 15: New Features and Screenshots

Microsoft has given Office 15 a Metro look and feel for the touch-friendly Windows 8. But will anybody want to touch Office?

How the New iPad Will Shrink Your iPhone Storage—and What You Can Do About It

Apps optimized for the HD Retina display on the new iPad are often significantly larger than their previous versions, even on other iOS devices, which means they’ll take up more valuable storage space. Here’s what you can do about it.

SXSW Highlights Prosumer Trend

Details on Latest Windows Flaw (And More Security News of the Week)

A new flaw found in Microsoft’s Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows computers to be remotely accessed and enables an attacker to install malicious code. The bug also reportedly contains an exact copy of information Microsoft only gives to tr

Why IT Managers Need to Address Skills Shortages in Their Organizations

IT managers know that skills shortages in their organizations negatively impact business operations, yet—due to budget and time constraints—they do little to address IT skills gaps. Is there any way to fix this problem?

Is Google Facing the Beginning of the End?

The annals of tech history are littered with one-time high-fliers that have either dropped off the map or limped away. Is Google the next Sun or Yahoo? CIO.com’s Rob Enderle identifies the common errors that have pushed great companies into a downwar

Turn Your Laptop Into the Ultimate Workstation with New Targus Dock

The Targus USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Dual Video Docking Station lets you attach two HD displays to your laptop, and it uses USB 3.0 technology for speedy data transfers. This full-featured docking station is sure to meet even the most demanding users’ needs

IE10: Not Much to See Without Touch

If you hate Windows 8, you’ll hate Internet Explorer 10. Microsoft’s next generation browser is worth a look, but if you’re not running a touch-enabled system, IE10 won’t give you much to get excited about.

Anonymous OS is Malware, Hacktivist Group Says. But is it Really?

The reported “Anonymous OS” is a veritable one-stop shop for security tools, but the Hacktivist group of the same name claims it had nothing to do with the creation of the software–and that the OS is actually malware. But there’s one problem with th

Enterprise Social Networks Deserve Time, Careful Consideration

Despite the huge success of Facebook, Twitter and others, enterprise social networks have an abysmal success rate. But that doesn’t mean you should ignore them: With a thoughtful deployment and careful curation, they can stimulate invaluable collabor

Android Threat of the Week: ‘Smart’ Malware Targets Banking Credentials

A new form of “smart” Android malware can not only steal your online banking information, but update itself in the future and secretly send contact information stored on your device off to the Bad Guys.

Why is IT Hiring so Hard?

CIOs want to hire IT generalists but admit to a large, financially damaging skills gap. Maybe IT leaders don’t know how to find the right staff.

4G BlackBerry PlayBook Coming in May, NFC in Tow?

A few recent FCC filings suggest RIM is finally almost ready to announce its 4G and HSPA+ cellular PlayBook tablets. With the annual BlackBerry World conference scheduled for early May, the show seems like an ideal place to launch the upgraded tablet

It’s a Great Time to be Looking for an IT Security Job

Unemployment rate for information security analysts is officially ZERO.

New iPhone App Lets You Make Free Conference Calls

CIO.com blogger James A. Martin has long been a fan of FreeConference, a Web-based service for scheduling and managing conference calls. But he says the new, free iPhone app is missing some important features.

Centralized, Federated, Or Virtualized: What Works For Organizing The EA Practice?

If you’re trying to build an effective EA program, you’re in trouble from the get-go. I’d like to paint a rosier picture for anyone involved in this strategic, potentially very high-impact practice, but consider the fact that one of ou

Why Smaller Gadgets Don’t Always Lighten Your Load

Gadgets just keep getting smaller and lighter, but this trend isn’t cutting down on the loads we lug. Instead, many people are toting more and more electronics, according to CIO.com blogger Paul Mah.

The New iPad: Verizon Is Your Best Bet

If you want to take advantage of the iPad’s new found ability to tether on a 4G network, Verizon is your only choice. AT&T, as usual, lags behind.

RIM’s New Bluetooth Keyboard Case for PlayBook: 5 Unique Features

RIM’s brand new BlackBerry PlayBook Mini Keyboard will be released later this month for $120. Check out these five notable features that set the wireless keyboard and case apart from other comparable gadgets.

Why CFOs and Cloud Computing Have a Love-Hate Relationship

Cloud computing offers a value proposition that can be both appealing and unsettling to the CFO. However, CIO.com columnist Bernard Golden explains why freeing up capital investment should more than make up for the uncertainty of variable monthly pri

How to Transfer Your iTunes Library to an Android Device

Switching from an iPhone or iPod to Android? The doubleTwist Player app lets you to transfer most of your iTunes music and video libraries. But even though the app is free, it will probably still cost you in the end.

Surviving the Battle of the OS

Illuminated Wireless Keyboard Keeps You Productive in Dark Environs

The Logitech Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 is a beautiful desktop keyboard that blends wireless convenience and function. And it’s perfect for working in poorly-lit or dark environments thanks to its laser-etched, backlit keys.

Building a Great Place to Work

What are you really working for? CIO.com columnist Rob Enderle discusses how successful companies build rewarding workplaces, engender employee loyalty and create great products. Spoiler alert: sky-high CEO bonuses aren’t part of the recipe.

Why Mobile CRM Apps Are Slow to Take Off

Everybody knows mobile computing is on the rise. Why, then, have the smartphone versions of CRM apps been such slow sellers? Here are some important lessons to learn about all enterprise apps, cloud or otherwise.

iPhoto for iPad, iPhone Mostly iPleases

CIO.com blogger James A. Martin apologizes for the corny headline, but he really was pleased with images he produced using Apple’s brand new iPhoto app for iOS devices. As good as the app is, though, there is room for improvement.

Pricey Bose Bluetooth Headset is an Audiophile’s Dream

The Bose Series 2 Bluetooth headset packs superior comfort, sound quality and noise cancellation into a compact, stylish package. But it doesn’t come cheap.