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Eric Johnson

Eric Johnson

Producer, Special Projects, Kara Swisher

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    These four games reflect important industry trends. And -- bonus! -- they are also a lot of fun to play.

    By Eric Johnson
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    Understanding the Christmas Attacks on Xbox, PlayStation NetworksUnderstanding the Christmas Attacks on Xbox, PlayStation Networks
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    What is a “denial of service” attack, and what’s the point?

    By Eric Johnson
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    “Every generation thinks they invent sex. And every generation is wrong.”

    By Eric Johnson
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    Because of course they did.

    By Eric Johnson
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    The crayon maker is trying to embrace the iPad-and-selfie generation.

    By Eric Johnson
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    Nintendo has a knack for bouncing back from setbacks. But the modern gaming landscape is its toughest challenge yet.

    By Eric Johnson
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    Steam Broadcast’s name is a missed opportunity for “Steam” and “stream” puns.

    By Eric Johnson
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    How to Help Charities While Playing VideogamesHow to Help Charities While Playing Videogames
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    For those of us who are too lazy to put down our phones and volunteer...

    By Eric Johnson
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    Virtual Reality on Smartphones Is Here, but Will Users Follow?Virtual Reality on Smartphones Is Here, but Will Users Follow?
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    “It’s going to take a lot of people experimenting with this technology to really figure it out.”

    By Eric Johnson
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    Apple Ad Makes Gaming Seem (Shock!) Geeky, Angering Gamer GeeksApple Ad Makes Gaming Seem (Shock!) Geeky, Angering Gamer Geeks
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    “Stop playing like a n00b!” says Jimmy Fallon.

    By Eric Johnson