Category Archives: News & Trends
What’s New in Opera 11.50
Craig takes you on an exclusive tour of the new features in Opera 11.5 – the latest version of the browser is launched today. Continue reading
Mozilla Release Firefox 5
Firefox 5 has arrived three months after version 4 was released. Craig looks at the new features and discusses Mozilla’s rapid update schedule. Continue reading
Introducing Our New Website: BuildMobile
It’s an exciting time here at Sitepoint. Once again today, we are launching an all new site: BuildMobile. It features killer articles, opinions and news on mobile web development. Continue reading
Is Facebook a Threat to the Web?
Craig takes a closer look at the criticisms made against Facebook and other social networks by Google and Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the web. Continue reading
Mark Zuckerberg’s First Site Sold for $30,201
Mark Zuckerberg’s first website, FaceMash, was featured in the film The Social Network. The domain recently sold on Flippa.com for $30,201. Continue reading
What’s Your Real Broadband Speed?
Real broadband speeds rarely come close to those claimed by your ISP. Following cases against British Telecom and Optus in Australia, Craig asks whether anyone can surf at advertised speeds. Continue reading
IE Market Share Falls Below 50%
IE users now account for 1 in 2 website visitors. Although many are rejoicing its demise, Craig takes a closer look at the statistics to determine that the celebrations could be a little premature. Continue reading
Goo.gl URL Shortener Released
Do we need yet another URL shortening service? Google thinks so. Craig takes a closer look at the features offered by goo.gl. Continue reading
How to Switch Off GMail Conversation View
GMail’s threaded conversation view is now optional. It’s a welcome change for those who prefer a traditional, easy-to-understand inbox. Continue reading
The End is Nigh for Xmarks Browser Bookmark Synchronization
Xmarks Inc, the company which produces the popular cross-browser bookmark synchronization service, has announced that it will close its service within 90 days. Continue reading