Articles by Nate Swanner
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ARKit 1.5 Brings Small (but Critical) Improvements
ARKit, Apple’s platform that brings augmented reality (AR) to smartphones, is now at version 1.5, which includes some snappy new features. Still in preview alongside iOS 11.3, ARKit 1.5 makes imp… -
Apple HomePod Arrives February 9, Lacking Key Features
Apple has announced HomePod availability, and its feature-set is going to leave some of us wanting. Available for pre-order starting today (and appearing in stores February 9), HomePod's hardware… -
How Your Age, and Company Size, Can Impact Your Salary
A job with that small, scrappy startup may seem exciting, but the most recent Dice Salary Survey numbers show you may be better off working for a massive company. When we examine company size and… -
These States Pay Tech Pros the Lowest Average Salaries
Inside the gloriously illustrated pages of the Dice Salary Survey, you've seen which skills pay the most, and which professions are the most lucrative. You've also learned which U.S. states pay t… -
These Technologies are Seeing the Biggest Salary Upswings
The annual Dice Salary Survey is a good chance to evaluate where you stand with regard to pay. It also allows us to take a look at which technologies pay tech pros best (and which industries aren… -
Have We Reached Peak Tech Salary Levels?
The latest Dice Salary Survey (our tenth annual) offers a sweeping view of the tech trends affecting the workplace. Over the past two years, salaries have largely stagnated; that's a remarkable c… -
One App's Sales Show Why Mac App Store Needs Work
The Mac App Store is a relic. Dated, bloated and just downright stodgy, it’s evidence that Apple really needs to stomp on the gas pedal when it comes to macOS development. As a sort of A/B test,… -
Developers See Rise in Consultant Work, Full-Time Jobs Steady
As shown by the latest Dice Salary Survey, 2017 saw the continuation of a healthy tech economy; full-time jobs continue to pay well, while consulting pay is on the rise. Although many tech pros h… -
How to Know If Freelancing Is Right for You
Many developers have entertained the idea of freelancing or consulting. It sounds great, but jumping into something you know little about can be scary. Here are a few things to know about going f… -
Consumer Spending Frames the New App Economy: Study
According to new data from analytics firm Flurry, folks' smartphone use is changing the app economy significantly. Overall, usage of mobile devices has stagnated over the past year. Growth in “mo…