Tech turkeys: Apple and Google dominate the year's menu of failures
In the spirit of Festivus here is our full list of the worst technology products and services of the year.
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Top ten tech turkeys 2019: The year's absolute worst product and service failures
Our accompanying gallery has our full list of grievances, but in the spirit of Festivus, here are our top picks for the absolute worst products and services of the year.
Nannytechnology: Thanks for breaking my medical marijuana vape, Apple
A large number of vaporizers for use with medical marijuana are suddenly no longer supported on iOS.
Reboot the Borg: Like Microsoft, Google needs a government intervention
Can the company internally make the positive changes needed in order to return it to its "don't be evil" past, or will it require a consent decree?
Fitbit is doomed: Why everything Google buys turns to garbage
Will the Fitbit purchase echo Google's previous failed attempts to integrate large acquisitions into their culture?
These 7 top wireless earbuds deliver scarily superb sound
Happy Podoween! All the major Bluetooth earbuds from your favorite manufacturers - including the new AirPod Pro -- have been updated for Fall 2019.
My $1,000 mistake: Here's why I’m returning the Pixel 4 XL to Google
The battery life is terrible and the camera is disappointing. But AT&T's failure to support a key feature was the last straw.
Porting numbers between T-Mobile and AT&T is a Halloween nightmare
Moving your phone service from one wireless carrier to another shouldn't be a horror show.
Pixel 4 specs vs price: Google's new phone is too weak, too late, and too expensive
Is the Pixel 4 an overpriced disappointment when compared with rival devices from Apple and Samsung?
Microsoft can fix the toxic Android hellstew, but it needs a partner: Samsung, LG, ZTE or Huawei?
There is definitely room for a full range of business-friendly Microsoft Android devices, targeted to SMBs and enterprises.
Microsoft Surface Duo: Android failure is not an option
When Microsoft's dual-screen, Android-powered Surface Duo reaches the market, will it be a triumph after years of mobile failures from the company, or will we confirm once and for all that Microsoft is incapable of learning from previous mistakes?
How Amazon and Microsoft could build the world’s biggest app store
Move over, Google and Apple. Consumers want and deserve another option that is free from your undue influence.
Decoding OtterBox and LifeProof cases for iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max
If you look at the two leading brands of protective enclosure for Apple's flagship smartphone, it's easy to be confused by all the models. Here's the distilled version to help you choose the right case.
Back from the dead: $549 Axon 10 Pro rises to fight pricey Apple, Samsung flagships
You are not going to find another comparable Android phone, with this set of components and features, lower than this price point.
Why the Apple Store is the worst place to buy your new iPhone 11
Avoid this nightmare.
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