Tech – Page 279 of 319

Apr 30, 2013, 11:38 PM

Outdoor gear retailer REI gets its geek on, names several techies to board

REI may be known for ice axes and backpacks. But the Seattle online retailer is getting a little geeky in… Read More

Apr 30, 2013, 7:45 PM

Commentary: Why every artist should work at a startup

Hi, I’m Clayton Weller. I’m a director, performer and writer. I would most definitely consider myself an artist. I’ve worked… Read More

Apr 30, 2013, 3:10 PM

New Google Glass how-to video shows off functionality, integration of Google+

Google’s geeky googles are only available to a few early adopters and developers, but that isn’t stopping the company from… Read More

Apr 30, 2013, 2:33 PM

Sweet gigs: Tableau, Julep, Tango Card and more from the GeekWire job board

A key finance position at Tango Card, a sweet merchandising gig at Julep, and a free lunch — every day… Read More

Apr 30, 2013, 1:41 PM

Supercomputer maker Cray slips to $7.6M net loss

Seattle supercomputer maker Cray today posted a first quarter net loss of $7.6 million on revenue of $79.5 million. That… Read More

Apr 30, 2013, 7:39 AM

Israeli tech firm takes root in Seattle, bolsters exec team

Seattle is getting a new publicly-traded technology company, but not through the traditional IPO process. BluePhoenix Solutions has set up… Read More

Apr 29, 2013, 6:10 PM

Virgin Galactic breaks sound barrier, set to reach full space flight by end of 2013

Virgin Galactic took a big step in its quest for space travel today with a successful test flight of the… Read More

Apr 29, 2013, 1:45 PM

Hair coloring? Maveron’s new investment takes root

First, nail polish. Now, comes hair coloring. Maveron announced today that it is backing Madison Color, a San Francisco startup… Read More

Apr 29, 2013, 6:15 AM

Sprint gets waiver from Softbank to weigh Dish’s $25.5B bid

Two weeks after Dish Network jumped into the bidding for Sprint with a $25.5 billion offer, the wireless carrier has… Read More

Apr 26, 2013, 7:09 PM

PHOTOS: Xena, Tolkien, Game of Thrones and all things fantasy at EMP

Maybe you’re an aficionado who has poured endlessly over Tolkien symbolism, or just a 90s kid who fondly remembers “Xena:… Read More

Apr 26, 2013, 4:51 PM

GeekWire Calendar Picks: Quiet rock stars, Legos, and H.P. Lovecraft

There are lots of interesting events coming up in the Pacific Northwest and we’ve spotlighted some of our favorites in… Read More

Apr 26, 2013, 10:59 AM

Microsoft to release ‘Switch to Windows Phone’ Android app in bid for new users

Microsoft is working with a third-party developer to release a new app for Android users designed to make it easier… Read More

Apr 26, 2013, 9:53 AM

Safety first: AT&T debuts remote monitoring home security system in 15 markets

It’s been a year since AT&T announced it was getting into the home security business, and now its Digital Life service… Read More

Apr 25, 2013, 7:11 PM

Coinstar feels pinch from Netflix, considering name change to Outerwall

Bellevue-based Coinstar, which operates coin counting and movie rental kiosks, is considering a corporate name change to Outerwall. The new… Read More

Apr 25, 2013, 5:26 PM

Calling all geek gals: ‘She’s Geeky’ conference kicks off Friday

Any women out there interested in science, engineering, math, startups, biotech, gadgets, video games — basically anything geek-related — will… Read More

Apr 25, 2013, 9:03 AM

Nintendo’s Iwata steps in as Nintendo of America CEO

There’s a new boss overseeing Redmond-based Nintendo of America: Satoru Iwata, Nintendo’s global president and CEO. Iwata will be taking… Read More

Apr 25, 2013, 6:26 AM

Marijuana candies and brain-powered wheelchairs: Meet the 16 finalists in the UW business plan competition

The results are in from the initial rounds of the University of Washington Business Plan Competition, and there’s no shortage… Read More

Apr 24, 2013, 2:01 PM

A first? Zillow to conduct earnings Q&A with help from Facebook and Twitter

Coming soon to Facebook and Twitter: In-depth discussions of Zillow’s operating margins. Blazing a trail for social media channels and… Read More

Apr 24, 2013, 10:04 AM

INRIX names top 10 worst traffic cities, says increased gridlock indicates stronger economy

Traffic may be getting worse, but it’s a good indicator of a rebounding economy. That’s the latest from Kirkland-based traffic… Read More

Apr 24, 2013, 8:31 AM

Love for the plug: Alaska Airlines adding power outlets to new seats

For those who fly on Alaska Airlines and need to keep the gadgets juiced, help is on the way. Starting… Read More

Apr 24, 2013, 8:18 AM

Microsoft claims patent deals on majority of Android smartphone sales after ZTE pact

Microsoft overnight announced another patent agreement with a major maker of Android and Chrome devices, this time licensing its patents… Read More

Apr 24, 2013, 7:24 AM

Original Nintendo Wii outsells new Wii U in latest quarter

Nintendo returned to annual profitability in financial results reported overnight, but the company fell short of its own earnings forecast,… Read More

Apr 23, 2013, 4:55 PM

Here’s how Breaking News reported truth during the Boston Marathon bombings

By now, you’ve probably read, watched or heard content about how several media entities reported false information on more than one occasion days… Read More

Apr 23, 2013, 10:17 AM

Does ‘Sarah Hanson’ exist? The story of this 19-year-old entrepreneur may be a hoax

Follow-Up: This is ‘Sarah Hanson’: Startup founder confesses to idiotic plot to hoax tech press “Her” story was a good one.… Read More

Apr 23, 2013, 7:39 AM

The best and worst jobs in America: From software geeks to newspaper hacks

It’s a good thing we got out of the newspaper business. According to a survey out today from CareerCast.com, newspaper… Read More

Apr 22, 2013, 6:02 PM

Game of the Year? Vote here in the GeekWire Awards

The Seattle region may be known for operating systems, airplanes and coffee, but video games play a huge role in… Read More

Apr 22, 2013, 5:45 PM

Washington passes bill to count computer science for math, science credit

In overwhelming fashion, Washington State Legislature voted 95-0 to pass a new bill that will allow computer science classes to count as a math or… Read More

Apr 22, 2013, 2:30 PM

Netflix to offer $11.99 plan, will allow four simultaneous streams

Those with big families or lots of movie-loving friends might enjoy this: Netflix will offer a $11.99/month plan that allows… Read More

Apr 22, 2013, 1:52 PM

Rhapsody exec advises Spotify, Rdio: You’re doing it wrong

Jon Maples, Rhapsody VP of Product and Content, has some veteran advice for fellow music streaming competitors Spotify and Rdio: Stop… Read More

Apr 22, 2013, 10:30 AM

Exercise giant Precor debuts app to help reach fitness goals

In yet another fitness-related app to hit the market, Woodinville, Wash.-based fitness manufacturer Precor just debuted its own iOS app that’s designed… Read More