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Troy Wolverton Troy Wolverton (125 Posts)

Troy writes the Tech Files column as the Personal Technology Columnist at the San Jose Mercury News. He also covers the digital media, mobile and video game industries and writes occasionally about Apple, chips, social networking and other aspects of technology. Previously, Troy covered Apple and the consumer electronics industry. Prior to joining the Mercury News, Troy reported on technology, business and financial issues for TheStreet.com and CNET News.com.


Nvidia looks to even score in games market

Nvidia is getting out of its comfort zone in an effort to make more money off of video games. But that could be an indication of trouble ahead for the company. At the Consumer Electronics Read More →

Smartphones popular, but not in India

Smartphones may be a worldwide hit, but they have yet to catch on in India. According to a new report from Nielsen, just 10 percent of mobile phone customers Read More →

CES dispatches: MakerBot popularizing 3D printing

At the Consumer Electronics Show on Thursday, I met with Bre Pettis, CEO of MakerBot.com, one of the pioneers in bringing 3D printing technology to consumers. MakerBot recently released two new 3D printers, the Read More →

CES dispatches: Using motion sensors to find your way to Macy’s

Many of us have gotten used to using our smartphones to navigate in our cars or to figure out how to walk from one building to another in a big city. But the technology used by smartphones to offer directions has Read More →

CES Dispatches: Sharp demos from a beleaguered company

Sharp is not a powerhouse electronics company. It's was reported this fall to be on the edge of bankruptcy. But even when financially healthy, it's played second or third fiddle to first Read More →

CES dispatches: RIM exec touts BlackBerry 10 ahead of launch

To hear Research in Motion executive Richard Piasentin tell it, the world just can't wait for BlackBerry 10. At a meeting we had on Wednesday here in Las Vegas during the Read More →
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