Stories by Elena Malykhina

The Internet of Things, streaming virtual reality and many other much-hyped technologies cannot exist without a complete rethinking of how mobile devices get online

Blame your service provider—and mobile video

Some educators swear by them as valuable high-tech teaching tools but little is known about their impact on learning

These mobile tools help you become a citizen scientist, whether you’re documenting wildlife or measuring the effects of light pollution

Mobile devices, microchipped meds and digital health records are among the tools available to keep patients and clinicians connected during convalescence

These accoutrements to a smart phone can help users plan and track workouts, monitor important health indicators such as glucose and blood pressure, and locate nearby physicians and clinical trials

Identify local flora and fauna, map your location, and survey the night sky using the power of your smart phone