Is the Mobile Internet Device dead on arrival? Or, has the MID — a ‘Net-connected device that’s usually described as being bigger than a smartphone and smaller than a netbook — just not caught on yet?

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Here's a Quick Tip about those high-tech holiday gifts under the tree. You may have gotten an Internet connected device or Internet connected toy or a present, also known as Internet ...

Turn your devices off from the internet.

It seems like just about every new household device connects to the internet these days. Thermostat? Check. Doorbell? Yup. Washer and dryer? In 2024, of course. Even pet feeders connect to WiFi now to ...

With over seven years of experience as a freelance technology writer and reporter, Tim Keary has a range of experience breaking down complex technologies into simple and accessible content. His work ...

Acer plans to launch a full line of mobile Internet devices (MIDs) by the end of May in a bid to boost profitability and add to its mobile device offerings. Acer plans to launch a full line of mobile ...

Organizations deem mobile and Internet of Things (IoT) devices crucial to their operations, but they also recognize that the risk of using these devices has climbed over the past year. In fact, 46% ...

Are the internet speeds on your home Wi-Fi network not meeting your expectations? There is a relatively inexpensive and straightforward solution to this: powerline adapters. Over the years, Wi-Fi ...

Ubuntu Linux today released the first developer’s version of its new Ubuntu Mobile Internet Device (MID) Edition 8.04 operating system, which is aimed at device manufacturers that build Internet-ready ...

ABI has released a study predicting the widespread use of ultramobile devices that will be able to access the Internet from anywhere at anytime. A study by ABI Research says that the iPhone may be ...

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