Joe Arico


When Fantasy Football Meets Reality

Thu Nov 15, 2012 | By Joe Arico
There was no shortage of great NFL match-ups on Sunday, but for Yahoo fantasy football players, the only games that mattered were the ones they couldn't get any information on.

The Uncertain Future of ITunes

Thu Nov 08, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Apple has big plans to update and redefine iTunes, but strangely enough the most positive sign of what's to come is how the company is making everyone wait for it.

Apple Strikes Back: Smaller IPad, Bigger Stakes

Wed Oct 24, 2012 | By Joe Arico
The Mini is more than just a smaller iPad; it's Apple's declaration to its competitors: "The tablet market is ours, and you can't have it. Game on."

Passbook: Not Perfect, But Paves Way to Mobile Payments

Wed Oct 17, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Apple's Passbook app may not be the mobile payment answer that many were hoping for, but the service has plenty of room for growth.

Humanizing Apple

Wed Oct 10, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Apple CEO Tim Cook has been under an intense microscope since the passing of co-founder Steve Jobs a year ago, and in pivotal moments he has shown how he differs from his legendary successor.

The Nook, Video and Barnes & Noble's New Life

Thu Sep 27, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Barnes & Noble unveiled its Nook HD and HD+ to compete with the Kindle Fire HD. But Nook Video, its online movie store, is the more important announcement. It fills a hole for the bookseller, as the tablet battle shifts to software.

HTC's 8X and 8S: Microsoft's Springboard to Success

Thu Sep 20, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Microsoft wants you to forget everything you've seen, and begin viewing HTC's 8X and 8S as the quintessential Windows 8 devices.

Why Amazon's Streaming Deal Is Primed for Success

Thu Sep 13, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Amazon inked a content deal that will bring many hit TV shows, as well feature films, to its Prime service, strengthening its position in the digital streaming and tablet markets.

Sorry, TiVo -- It's Not You, It's Me

Thu Sep 06, 2012 | By Joe Arico
TiVo, you've been a dear friend to me since you came into my life in 2007. But I think it's time for a break, and I don't think we'll ever get back together again.

Apple, Cable and the Stalemate of Internet TV

Thu Aug 30, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Waiting for Apple to revolutionize TV? Expect it to connect your living room to a wealth of content? Don't hold your breath. Cable's in the way.

Why YouTube Is Bad for the Music Industry

Thu Aug 16, 2012 | By Joe Arico
More teenagers listen to and discover new music on YouTube than on the radio and iTunes, as the site becomes an online outlet for today's biggest hits.

Why Carriers Don't Care About Customer Service

Tue Aug 14, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Verizon has long enjoyed the best customer service ratings among U.S carriers, but its success has less to do with support than you may think.

Why Small Carriers Are Still Important

Wed Aug 08, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Small carriers like Leap Wireless are starting to suffer from the continued growth of larger providers, generating concerns about a future with less competition.

Why I'm Living in the Cloud and Never Coming Back

Wed Aug 08, 2012 | By Joe Arico
I recently moved all my data into the cloud, joining a growing number of users taking full advantage of services like iCloud and Google Play.

Why NBC Is Allowed to Ruin the Olympics

Thu Aug 02, 2012 | By Joe Arico
NBC, and even Ryan Seacrest, has become viewers' best friend and worst enemy as the broadcaster brings this summers Olympics to televisions throughout the U.S. and faces criticism about its programming decisions.

Buy Now or Wait: Smartphones, Laptops and Tablets

Thu Jun 21, 2012 | By Joe Arico
The constant bombardment of updates and new products in the world of technology can make it difficult to decide when to pull the trigger on a new gadget, but this guide will help make sure your next purchase isn't outdated.

Sorry Hollywood, UltraViolet Isn't the Answer

Thu Jun 14, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Several Hollywood studios hope UltraViolet is the answer to falling DVD sales and lost revenue, but a crowded market of digital options could hold the new format back.

How Music Streaming Threatens ITunes' Empire

Thu Apr 26, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Apple's iTunes transformed music downloading, but if streaming companies have their way, buying tracks will be a thing of the past.

$200 for Cable? Time to Cut the Cord

Thu Apr 12, 2012 | By Joe Arico
The price of pay TV will more than double in the next eight years, enticing millions to cut the cord with cable companies in favor of digital streaming services.

Memo to Hollywood, Netflix is Your Friend

Thu Mar 29, 2012 | By Joe Arico
Netflix's subscriber count took a hit after poor pricing restructuring and resistance from content providers unwilling to negotiate licensing deals, but new data suggests the streaming company is poised for a comeback.

Internet TV Is Apple's for the Taking

Thu Mar 22, 2012 | By Joe Arico
On-demand video streaming services threaten traditional cable, but the large fragmented field of competitors provides an opportunity for a major company like Apple to unify the market.