Andy Jordan's Tech Diary

Today's Apps: Joke Or Real Deal?

Andy Jordan — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 22:30:00 EST

Its getting tougher to tell the difference between a joke and a real app in Silicon Valley. Some apps which begin as spoofs, like "Jotly", are getting serious attention, as WSJ's Andy Jordan finds out.

Why Doesn't Facebook Have a Dislike Button?

Andy Jordan — Fri, 18 May 2012 01:25:14 EST

Supporters of a "dislike" button, which Facebook does not have, say the culture of Facebook has become too nice. WSJ's Andy Jordan reports from San Francisco on what some creative contrarions are doing to game the Facebook system to "get" a dislike button.

DIY Drones Take on Silicon Valley

Andy Jordan — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:58:42 EST

Amateur drone makers are sending their do-it-yourself creations up into the skies of Silicon Valley. WSJ's Andy Jordan reports from San Francisco on the stunning footage they're capturing.

Robots as Humans

Andy Jordan — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 22:30:23 EST

More people are using telepresence robots that allow humans to be right there -- even when they're far away. WSJ's Andy Jordan checks out one San Francisco space with a regular office mate in Brussels.

Dogs! Cars! Ice! AT&T Moves Beyond Phones

Andy Jordan — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:45:05 EST

AT&T is pushing a three year old division that connects devices other than phones, including GPS trackers, cars and gadgets that talk to each other. WSJ's Andy Jordan looks at some of the devices.

The Measured Life: What's Your Klout Score?

Andy Jordan — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 18:51:17 EST

Klout gives users of Facebook, Twitter and other social networks a score based on their online influence. WSJ's Andy Jordan looks at how the score is calculated, what it means for getting freebies, and why the score is so valuable to advertisers.

Is iPhone Losing Its Cool Factor?

Andy Jordan — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:24:38 EST

Data show Apple has been losing younger iPhone users and attracting older users. WSJ's Andy Jordan examines the "Android Factor" and other reasons why the iPhone may not be "cool" anymore.

No Office? Not a Problem

Andy Jordan — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:00:00 EST

Common workspaces are spurring innovation and providing start-ups with the collaborative atmosphere one might find in academic settings, but with more opportunity for venture capital. WSJ's Andy Jordan reports from New York's "General Assembly".

From Online Surfer to Successful Inventor

Andy Jordan — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:32:00 EST

A New York startup called Quirky is using social media to make the invention process accessible to everyone. WSJ's Andy Jordan looks at the company and its new star, a 22 year old who's flexible power strip made him $30,000 in just one month.

Video Mashups Create New Kind of Artist

Andy Jordan — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:35:53 EST

Video mashup artists are creating wholly original pieces of music and art, often using content that's already been published on YouTube. WSJ's Andy Jordan takes a look at the genre, and how studios are responding.