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Tech Beat: Consumer Electronics Show previews next year's hottest gizmos

The giant annual Consumer Electronics Show is just two months away, and NY1 attended the preview of 2010's new gadgets in Manhattan's Flatiron District. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

11/16/2009 09:43 AM

Tech Beat: Latest titles have gamers putting up a fight

Whether it's engaging in modern warfare, or drawing your way through a village, the latest video game titles are bound to provide some excitement. Adam Balkin filed the following report.

11/15/2009 04:17 PM

Tech Beat: Wolfgang's Vault

There are thousands of tapes, video and audio, all live concert recordings from some of the most well known bands ever. But this isn't some hole-in-the-wall bootleg shop in a back alley. This is just one of the vaults owned by Wolfgang's Vault, a website that's leading the way in bringing classic concerts out of the shadows and into the world, digitally, online, and legally. The site allows you to stream many of the shows free or download them for a fee. Adam Balkin reports.

11/12/2009 09:52 AM

Tech Beat: TwitterPeek

A new device designed exclusively for the task of Tweeting is looking to win over an already hooked user base. Adam Balkin has more.

11/09/2009 02:25 PM

Tech Beat: Kid-friendly titles "Spongebob," "Lego Rock Band" hit the stores

The latest video game titles are geared toward kids. Adam Balkin filed the following report.

11/08/2009 05:08 PM

Tech Beat:Captcha evolves to help expand digital library

A new security measure for online purchases is also working to expand digitized literature. Adam Balkin filed the following report.

11/05/2009 10:48 AM

Tech Beat: Science inspires Visionary Pop!Tech Artists

The Pop!Tech Conference up in Camden, Maine, besides gathering some of the most innovative scientific and technological thinkers, also attracts many unique artists. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

11/02/2009 10:44 AM

Tech Beat: Gamers go under the big top

Catch a little adventure under the big top or in the "Dragonball" realm with the latest video game titles out next month. Adam Balkin filed the following report.

Updated 11/02/2009 10:14 AM

Tech Beat: Science inspires visionary Pop!Tech artists

The Pop!Tech Conference up in Camden, Maine, besides gathering some of the most innovative scientific and technological thinkers, also attracts many unique artists. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

10/30/2009 12:15 PM

Is Windows 7 worth the upgrade?

Microsoft is selling its new operating system, Windows 7, and many PC users are deciding whether to buy a copy or wait for a computer with the pre-installed system. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

Updated 10/27/2009 05:00 AM

Spooky new titles give gamers of all sizes a scare

If the build up to Halloween has reinvigorated your desire to scare yourself, a good way to do so is through "Saw," the video game. Adam Balkin has more.

10/25/2009 02:23 PM

High tech homes glow

An interactive pool table and iPhone controlled chandeliers are just a few of the high tech toys currently on display at a set of futuristic homes in SoHo. Adam Balkin filed the following report.

10/22/2009 09:31 AM

Inventor of Segway honored for humanitarian gadgets

The creator of the Segway was recently honored for his lesser-known, but equally important inventions. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

10/19/2009 09:21 PM

Wii amps up the workout, as Sony amps up PSP

It's the title that may've spurred the most arguments between kids and their parents over whose turn it is to use the Wii, and now, the game that pioneered turning the console into a virtual fitness trainer is out with version two, "Wii Fit Plus." Adam Balkin reports.

10/18/2009 04:44 PM

New Dyson fan blows away the need for blades

A new product may replace your noisy fan but still keep you cool. Technology reporter Adam Balkin filed the following report.

10/16/2009 09:53 AM