Don Reisinger is a longtime content writer to several technology and business publications. Over his career, Don has written about everything from geek-friendly gadgetry to issues of privacy and data security. He became an eWEEK writer in 2009 producing slide shows focusing on the top news stories of the day. When he's not writing, Don is typically found fixing computers or playing an old-school video game.
The bad news just keeps coming for Microsoft’s Internet Explorer platform. After being forced by the European Union to give Windows users the option of downloading other browsers besides its own, Microsoft has had to stand by and watch as the market share for Internet Explorer, once the overwhelmingly dominant browser in the market with […]
10 Products Microsoft Should Fear by Don Reisinger Apple iPhone Apple’s iPhone is undoubtedly one of the scariest products Microsoft will face over the coming years. Apple’s smartphone has revolutionized the mobile market, effectively setting the new standard for all new devices in the space. So far, Apple has focused mainly on the consumer market. […]
10 Things Apple Can Do to Score with Gamers by Don Reisinger Acquire a Major Developer Apple seems intent on investing in the gaming space. It makes sense. The gaming market is a multibillion-dollar industry that is well on its way to overshadowing the film space in overall revenue. Apple should want a piece of […]
When the news broke late Wednesday night that Hewlett-Packard agreed to acquire Palm for $1.2 billion, it sent shock waves through the tech industry. The rumors about a potential Palm acquisition had been bubbling for weeks, but few believed HP would make a move for the struggling handset maker. After all, HP is making most […]
Microsoft announced the week of April 26 that Windows 7 is now its fastest-selling operating system of all time. According to the company, it has reached over 100 million licenses worldwide, easily outpacing its predecessor, Windows Vista. It’s a major victory for Microsoft. Just a few years ago, some were wondering if the company’s dominance […]
10 Google vs. Apple Battles to Watch 10 Google vs. Apple Battles to Watchby Don Reisinger Android vs. iPhone OS Although the iPhone is the leading smartphone in the mobile space, Google’s Android platform is putting some pressure on Apple. The software is well-built, features outstanding touch controls and is available on several phones from […]
Research In Motion is in a difficult position in the mobile market. RIM offers products that, in the eyes of consumers, don’t quite live up to what they expect. Smartphones like the BlackBerry Tour and BlackBerry Bold might be fine mobile devices to some, but because they lack a touch screen, they won’t compare, in […]
Technology blog Gizmodo is in a difficult position. The site’s editor, Jason Chen, recently had his home searched and electronics equipment seized to see if he committed a crime at any point over the past few weeks when he paid $5,000 for a lost iPhone 4G. Chen says he’s innocent, and Gizmodo’s legal counsel has […]
Whenever it comes time to talk about Microsoft, the discussion almost always turns to the company’s handling of security. Microsoft’s critics say the software giant’s programs fail to adequately protect users. They also contend that Microsoft takes far too long to update its software, which makes the trouble last longer. Admittedly, Microsoft’s poor software design […]
10 Reasons Why an iPad Is Not for You by Don Reisinger Lack of Flash Although Apple is making it easier to get video content originally in Flash on the iPad, it’s not enough. When Web surfing using the iPad, it won’t be long before users to come to sites that, with no warning, simply […]