One result was that an unlaunched craft similar to Mars Polar Lander was tucked away in a clean room while the agency had a rethink.

ECONOMIST: Exploring Mars

Interestingly, initial reaction to the Samsung interview is that it brings competition to the unlaunched iWatch not to the more visible Google Glass (excuse the pun).

FORBES: Samsung And Apple To Do Battle Over Smart Watches

Hey, Nokia, we understand your quest for mid-market domination, but with market share in decline and your unlaunched, flagship N97 receiving a lukewarm response at announcement (think Palm Pre by comparison)... might we suggest looking forward, not back?

ENGADGET: Nokia rests on laurels, launches 6700, 6303, and 2700 classic handsets