Adam has written at Tech.co for ten years, currently as Fleet & Logistics Editor. He also worked at logistics newletter Inside Lane and was a Forbes Contributor on the publishing industry, for which he was named a Digital Book World 2018 award finalist. His work has appeared in publications including Popular Mechanics and IDG Connect, and his art history book on 1970s sci-fi, ‘Worlds Beyond Time,’ was a 2024 Locus Awards finalist. When not working on his next art collection (out September 2027), he’s tracking the latest news on dash cams, fuel cards, and the future of fleet.
The First-Ever Under-Screen Selfie Camera Is in “The Near Future”
Chinese Smartphone company Oppo has just debuted a first look at their new innovation: a phone with a forward-facing camera embedded underneath its screen. Here's how it works and when we can expect it.
Adam Rowe
What’s the Impact of Internet Users Ditching Desktops for Mobile?
Two big internet researchers dropped new studies within the past few days, and they both make the same point: Way more internet users opt for their smartphones over desktop or laptops when getting on the internet. A growing number are even smartphone-only.
Adam Rowe
The New Nokia 2.2 Is the Cheapest Smartphone Around
The just-revealed Nokia 2.2 smartphone costs just €99, or about $112. It's the absolute cheapest option for anyone who wants an Android One phone capable of running Android Q. Here are all the specs to know.
Adam Rowe
Here Are All the Big Apple WWDC 2019 Keynote Announcements
Apple WWDC 2019 revealed a new Mac Pro, available starting at a hefty $5,999. Also debuting: the biggest iPad software update ever, iPadOS, and new updates that include iOS 13, macOS Catalina, and tvOS.
Adam Rowe
Amazon Patent Could Mean Alexa Is Always Listening In
Amazon might be developing a technology for its Alexa-enabled devices that lets them record audio before first hearing a wake word like "Alexa." If a new patent application from Amazon goes into effect, the devices could constantly record audio around them.
Adam Rowe
5 New Facts to Know About Virtual Assistants in 2019
In 2019, voice assistants are huge. Now, thanks to a new report out from a UN agency that collates studies of smart voice assistants, we have the latest facts, stats, and insights on the rise of the tech. Here's where, why, and how often we're opening up to our smart speakers.
Adam Rowe
JOMO – The Joy of Missing Out Might be the Future of the Internet
A new report out from the social network writing site Wattpad makes the case for Gen Z's embrace of "JOMO," defined as the joy of missing out, and the antithesis of modern social media's FOMO-powered all-you-can-click strategy.
Adam Rowe
What Google Revealed at I/O 2019: Pixel 3a, Nest Hub Max, and More
Google's 2019 I/O developer conference opened today with a keynote. The big news is the price of the new mid-tier Pixel phones: The Pixel 3a starts at $399, while the Pixel 3a XL costs $479. A new smart device, Nest Hub Max, will arrive this summer for $229. Here's all the news.
Adam Rowe
Study: 73% of Smart Tech Predictions Are Now Reality
Thanks to a big meta-analysis of tech predictions from the past 31 years, we now know exactly how likely our predictions are to come true, and honestly, it's a little higher than I would have thought: 73% of smart tech predictions from the last three decades have become reality.
Adam Rowe
Don’t Try To Download Avengers: Endgame – It’s A Scam
Avengers: Endgame took in a billion dollars in the five days after it opened, destroying box office records. It's the biggest movie opening ever, but some would-be audiences are searching for a free download – which makes it the best bait for online scammers.
Adam Rowe
Court Rules Elon Musk Needs a Lawyer to Approve His Tweets
Elon Musk's tweets will soon all be lawyer-approved: According to a new court filing, the millionaire CEO has reached an agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to have a Tesla lawyer vet all of his Twitter musings on the subjects of Tesla’s finances.
Adam Rowe
Study: 17% of Tech Workers Are High on the Job
Nearly 17 percent of tech workers admit to being under the influence of marijuana while at work at some point in their careers, according to a new study. Not only that, but the number is on the rise. Read on for more details, and an explanation for why it's happening.
The First-Ever Under-Screen Selfie Camera Is in “The Near Future” Chinese Smartphone company Oppo has just debuted a first look at their new innovation: a phone with a forward-facing camera embedded underneath its screen. Here's how it works and when we can expect it.
What’s the Impact of Internet Users Ditching Desktops for Mobile? Two big internet researchers dropped new studies within the past few days, and they both make the same point: Way more internet users opt for their smartphones over desktop or laptops when getting on the internet. A growing number are even smartphone-only.
The New Nokia 2.2 Is the Cheapest Smartphone Around The just-revealed Nokia 2.2 smartphone costs just €99, or about $112. It's the absolute cheapest option for anyone who wants an Android One phone capable of running Android Q. Here are all the specs to know.
Here Are All the Big Apple WWDC 2019 Keynote Announcements Apple WWDC 2019 revealed a new Mac Pro, available starting at a hefty $5,999. Also debuting: the biggest iPad software update ever, iPadOS, and new updates that include iOS 13, macOS Catalina, and tvOS.
Amazon Patent Could Mean Alexa Is Always Listening In Amazon might be developing a technology for its Alexa-enabled devices that lets them record audio before first hearing a wake word like "Alexa." If a new patent application from Amazon goes into effect, the devices could constantly record audio around them.
5 New Facts to Know About Virtual Assistants in 2019 In 2019, voice assistants are huge. Now, thanks to a new report out from a UN agency that collates studies of smart voice assistants, we have the latest facts, stats, and insights on the rise of the tech. Here's where, why, and how often we're opening up to our smart speakers.
JOMO – The Joy of Missing Out Might be the Future of the Internet A new report out from the social network writing site Wattpad makes the case for Gen Z's embrace of "JOMO," defined as the joy of missing out, and the antithesis of modern social media's FOMO-powered all-you-can-click strategy.
What Google Revealed at I/O 2019: Pixel 3a, Nest Hub Max, and More Google's 2019 I/O developer conference opened today with a keynote. The big news is the price of the new mid-tier Pixel phones: The Pixel 3a starts at $399, while the Pixel 3a XL costs $479. A new smart device, Nest Hub Max, will arrive this summer for $229. Here's all the news.
Study: 73% of Smart Tech Predictions Are Now Reality Thanks to a big meta-analysis of tech predictions from the past 31 years, we now know exactly how likely our predictions are to come true, and honestly, it's a little higher than I would have thought: 73% of smart tech predictions from the last three decades have become reality.
Don’t Try To Download Avengers: Endgame – It’s A Scam Avengers: Endgame took in a billion dollars in the five days after it opened, destroying box office records. It's the biggest movie opening ever, but some would-be audiences are searching for a free download – which makes it the best bait for online scammers.
Court Rules Elon Musk Needs a Lawyer to Approve His Tweets Elon Musk's tweets will soon all be lawyer-approved: According to a new court filing, the millionaire CEO has reached an agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to have a Tesla lawyer vet all of his Twitter musings on the subjects of Tesla’s finances.
Study: 17% of Tech Workers Are High on the Job Nearly 17 percent of tech workers admit to being under the influence of marijuana while at work at some point in their careers, according to a new study. Not only that, but the number is on the rise. Read on for more details, and an explanation for why it's happening.