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Google Glass: Who gets to explore it first, and why

Google's #ifIhadglass competition has ended and just who will get the opportunity to test drive its upcoming Glass wearable computers is coming to light.

Lawmaker tries to ban drivers from wearing Google Glass

A West Virginia state legislator is looking to amend a no-texting-while-driving law by also banning drivers from using computerized glasses.

Jawbone Up 'not a fitness product'

Jawbone's new Up wristband, a device that tracks your movement, sleeping patterns and eating habits, should not be classified as a fitness product but a wellness product, according to the company.

Lawmakers seek ban on Google Glass while driving

The reality-augmentation spectacles Google Glass are meeting resistance even before their release, as another jurisdiction considers restrictions on their use.

Kensington's Proximo ensures you'll never lose your iPhone

US accessories company Kensington has introduced a "proximity monitoring system" that uses a Bluetooth-enabled fob and tag to keep track of valuables like your smartphone, keys, and other items.

Jawbone finally releases UP fitness app for Android

Android fans hungering for access to Jawbone's UP fitness-tracking wristband are in luck: On Tuesday the company introduced a free app in Google Play.

Samsung confirms a smartwatch is in the works

Hot on the heels of speculation that Apple is developing a smartwatch, Samsung confirmed reports that it too is preparing a connected wristwatch, probably under the Galaxy brand.

Samsung confirms Galaxy Smart Watch is coming

Samsung has confirmed a Galaxy Smart Watch product is in production and will be brought to market.

Apple iWatch set to disrupt... what exactly?

Apple iWatch rumours, release dates and specification speculation abounds. Is this what Apple's iWatch will look like? Only Cupertino really knows for sure, but there's no shortage of ideas. But what is all this working towards. Why would Apple relea...

Apple iWatch: is it an iPhone nano on your wrist?

We take a look at the sort of apps and features an iWatch will have, if Apple does release it. Thinking things through has led us to believe that the iWatch could act as the cheaper iPhone nano that people are clamouring for.

iPhone 5S, Apple Television delayed, but iWatch to launch this year, says analyst

An analyst is predicting that the Apple television won't launch until next year due to screen issues, and that the next iPhone will be delayed due to issues with colour casing production. But iWatch will launch this year, and will cost $200.

Before Google Glass is released, it's already banned

Before an official pair has even been released, a Seattle cafe has banned customers from wearing Google's computerised eye glasses inside the business.

Product snapshot: LIFX Wi-Fi home LED light-bulb

LED light-bulbs are the Next Big Thing. Compared to all current lighting technologies, they’re superior in nearly every way. The LIFX is a LED light-bulb which began its life as a Kickstarter project. It's Wi-Fi-enabled, multi-coloured, long-lived, a...