Don Reisinger

About

Don Reisinger is a longtime content writer to several technology and business publications. Over his career, Don has written about everything from geek-friendly gadgetry to issues of privacy and data security. He became an eWEEK writer in 2009 producing slide shows focusing on the top news stories of the day. When he's not writing, Don is typically found fixing computers or playing an old-school video game.

10 Things We Want to See at Apple’s Press Event

After a long wait, Apple has finally announced that it will hold a press event next week to show off a new “creation.” Since the company’s iSlate has been rumored for so long, the pundits are out in full force, claiming the tablet will be unveiled by Steve Jobs at the show. It’s certainly likely. […]

10 Products that Desperately Need an Overhaul

10 Products that Desperately Need an Overhaul by Don Reisinger Internet Explorer Internet Explorer has been around for years. The browser is still a dominant force in the space. But as we consider the competition and IE’s market share losses over the past few years, its clear that Microsoft needs to drastically overhaul the browser […]

10 Reasons Why the Tech Recession Isn’t Over Yet

A recent report from market research company Forrester contends that the global tech recession that has cost jobs, profits and confidence in the global marketplace is “unofficially over.” Forrester said it expects IT spending to rise a considerable amount. In fact, Forrester said tech spending will grow at “twice the rate of gross domestic product […]

10 Reasons Why Windows Mobile 7 Must Launch in 2010, or Else

Windows Mobile is in trouble. Microsoft’s mobile operating system, which once did a fine job of providing enterprise users with a viable experience, has quickly faltered as RIM’s BlackBerry OS, Apple’s iPhone and Google’s Android platform have all found ways to appeal to customer desire far more effectively. Part of that decline is due to […]

10 Reasons Why Nexus One Could Tarnish Google’s Brand

Now that the Nexus One is available to consumers, those hoping for a sublime experience on par with using an iPhone will be disappointed. Reports are swirling through the market that Google’s latest and greatest device is rife with problems, the price is too high for customers’ liking and product support is abysmal.As damaging as […]

10 Current Products That Will Shape the 2010s

10 Current Products That Will Shape the 2010s by Don Reisinger Apple iPhone Apple’s iPhone is an obvious choice for a product that will shape the next decade. Complete with a touch screen, a huge App Store and some of the most innovative multitouch gestures around, it’s the bellwether for all mobile products in 2010 […]

10 Reasons Why Microsoft Should Have Discussed Security At CES

The Consumer Electronics Show is a spectacle. It’s a place where massive tech companies and small startups come together to show off neat, new ideas. Some companies focus on PCs, others attempt to innovate with products that consumers have never seen. For the tech lover, it’s an exciting show that kicks off the new year. […]

10 Reasons Why Microsoft Disappointed at CES

When Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer took the stage at the Consumer Electronics Show Jan. 6, the tech world was expecting something major. Earlier in the day, reports were swirling that Ballmer would beat Apple to the punch and talk about tablet PCs. It was also believed that he would talk about the future of Windows […]

10 Google Nexus One Features You Need to Know

Prior to the unveiling of the Google Nexus One phone, hopes were high. Some believed the device would be available solely as an unlocked, yet affordable, smartphone. Others said it would feature multitouch gestures that could rival the Apple iPhone. Still others thought that Google’s product would be an iPhone killer. Oh, how wrong they […]

10 Reasons Why App Store Will Keep Apple Dominant in 2010

Apple announced on Jan. 5 that users have downloaded over 3 billion applications from its App Store. It’s no small feat. The App Store, which launched in July 2008 with just 500 applications, has grown at an astounding rate and now has over 100,000 applications. It hit the 1-billion-downloads mark in April 2009 and the […]