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Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif., expressed skepticism about drone delivery of packages to consumers “I’m not sure there is material demand for such a capability, as companies like Amazon -- and others -- already do sa...

“The time it takes for a new Wi-Fi standard to be incorporated into the market varies, but it typically takes two to three years for widespread adoption,” Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research, in San Jose, Calif., told TechNewsWorld He cite...

Over the past two years, it has become increasingly evident that the boundaries separating human capabilities from machine functions are constantly evolving. This shift presents exciting and extraordinary opportunities for the tech industry ...

Microsoft's integration of AI into Bing has not given it any substantial traction in the competitive search market, observed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif ...

The decision to choose between a PC and a Mac has been a long-standing debate in the world of technology. Both platforms have strengths and weaknesses, and various factors, including user preferences, needs, and the specific use case, often influence the choice ...

A "rebellious" or "humorous" design might be an aspect of Grok’s branding and communication strategy, and its impact on competitiveness would largely depend on the preferences of the target market and the specific context, observed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research, in San Jose, Calif...

However, Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif., pointed out one edge Qualcomm’s platform will have over Apple’s M3 machines “The Qualcomm solutions are going to end up in low to moderately-priced PCs, so you can have Appl...

HP and Qualcomm, like much of the tech industry, currently find themselves in the doldrums for distinct reasons ...

"Most of the sites on the list use old-school interfaces. Websites like Craigslist and eBay are largely text-based, so they load faster," observed Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif "Studies have shown that when web pages loa...

Nice North America specializes in home automation solutions and is well-known for its novel approach to making homes more intelligent and convenient ...

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst of SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif., and also a podcaster, explained that translating podcasts can be challenging "When you translate things into different languages, everything said in one language can't be cleanly translate...

Oracle's Fusion Cloud CX is considered a formidable contender in the realm of customer experience platforms, boasting a comprehensive suite of tools for sales, marketing, and service automation, offered Mark N. Vena, CEO and principal analyst at SmartTech Research "Oracle's Fu...

Attending an Apple event in person conjures up imagery not unlike when Charlie Bucket visited Willy Wonka’s fabled chocolate factory. Impeccably and professionally produced, but minus the Oompa Loompas, the event had no earth-shattering announcements ...

"I think it's going to make it much more important that people have smartphones, not because they're stuck on a desert island or a cliff, but the ability to call for emergency services from your car is a big deal," added Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif...

Gaming has come a long way since the days of Pong and Space Invaders, evolving from simple pixelated graphics and limited gameplay to immersive cinematic experiences that rival blockbuster movies ...

Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst with SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif., agreed that the relentless buzz and lofty promises about AI have created unrealistic expectations, pushing some companies to rush into AI adoption without a clear understanding of its limitations or strategic alignment...

Organizations often default to on-site storage or commercial trashing due to limited awareness of e-waste regulations and the perception of convenience. While the report emphasizes that disorder, not cost, is the primary driver of irresponsible disposition practices, Mark N. Vena, CEO and principal analyst at SmartTech Research, counters that cost considerations also play a role...

Despite the convenience, vast access to unprecedented amounts of video content, and the cost savings that the cord-cutting phenomenon has benefitted consumers over the past two decades, there have been bumps in the road -- and it's getting bumpier for many consumers ...

"There are many forms of AI beyond generative AI," noted Mark N. Vena, president and principal analyst at SmartTech Research in San Jose, Calif ...

In recent years, several foldable designs have aimed to capture a sizable portion of the mobile phone market in this category. However, despite their potential, foldables' market share has remained in the lower single digits compared to non-foldable designs ...