Techquickie

We've gotten used to the idea of light carrying data through fiber optic lines, but could we soon see it transmit wireless network signals, too?

YouTube quickly became the world's most popular video-sharing site in the mid-2000s and hasn't looked back...

Let's face it - life is noisy. So what kinds of things do we use to block out unwanted noise, both now and in the future?

Haptic - or touch - feedback has evolved beyond just small motors that make your game controller shake...

Long ago, AMD was a second-source supplier for Intel, but soon started developing CPUs in-house and came up with some major innovations of its own...

Intel CPUs have changed a lot since they released their first processor all the way back in 1971...

We're starting to see screens that can tell how hard you're pressing appear in mobile devices. How do they work, and will they be a game-changer?

Artificial body parts have been around for a long time, but how is modern tech allowing patients to get replacements that look and function more like the real deal?

From epic space battles to the checkout counter at your local big-box store, lasers are everywhere... Thanks to Braintree for supporting our channel.

What innovations - and risks - have allowed Amazon to become the massive online retailer it is today?

People who are serious about sound often swear by high-fidelity, or hi-fi, audio equipment. Here's a look at what goes into a hi-fi setup.

Lately, downloadable content has been a serious money-maker for game developers. How is it usually implemented, and how can you make smart buying decisions?

Modern printers are incredibly useful, but notorious for having questionable reliability. How do laser & inkjet printers work, and why do they often give us a hard time?

Although opinions are sharply divided on Spam the meat product, e-mail spam is something no one likes. Why is spam so prolific, and how do we try to fight it off?

Chances are you'll see a lot of emphasis placed on megapixel count if you're buying a new digital camera, but are there more important things to consider?

It seems like our mobile devices always run low on battery at crucial times. What are some ways to keep your smartphone, tablet, or laptop running for longer?

Noise-cancelling headphones go beyond just blocking sound with physical barriers. What makes them special, and how should you go about choosing a pair?

Running one operating system on top of another with virtual machines is useful for gamers, home users, and IT pros alike. How does it work, and how can it help you?

People being unpleasant to each other online is nothing new, but when might it be too much? How prevalent is cyberbullying, and what are its possible effects?

Scannable codes, once the sole province of the grocery store checkout aisle, are now everywhere thanks to the rise of smartphones. How have they changed over the years?

Believe it or not, Apple's iPhone has been out for nearly a decade. Here's a look at how this iconic device has evolved over the years.

Public Wi-Fi hotspots are super-convenient, but are often less secure than your home network. How can they be vulnerable, and what can you do to protect yourself?

We're not talking about tasty treats - we're talking about those little files that hang out in your browser cache. What do they do, and do they pose a privacy risk?

Chromebooks are quite different from traditional laptops. What are their capabilities, and are they a compelling buy if you don't need an overkill gaming notebook?

Wireless AC Wave 2 allows your devices to communicate in a different way from previous Wi-Fi standards. How much speed could you gain as a result?

We've gotten used to streaming movies, TV shows, sports, and music...so why not video games, too? Sponsor message: Check out the Nvidia SHIELD and GeForce Now at bit.ly/1LCiwHj!

E-sports have exploded in popularity both among spectators and competitive gamers competing for large prizes. Are they really that different from more traditional sports?

Surge protectors that promise to protect your expensive equipment have been around for a long time. How well do they deliver on their claims, and what should you buy?

Touchscreens are now fixtures in many people's everyday lives. How do they work, and what's in development to take the technology beyond just swiping stuff on a screen?

Microsoft Windows has a long history of both successes and slip-ups. How did we get from Windows 1.0 in 1985 to Windows 10 today?