Amazon went down yesterday — but why?[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:01:37 GMT ]Amazon was "experiencing an issue," third-party merchants were advised yesterday. Yet we still don't know why.

Microsoft cancels Kin teen phones[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:00:21 GMT ]Microsoft is putting an end to the Kin phones, social-media handsets aimed at teens and early twentysomethings. The phones were hampered by high-priced data plans and caused market confusion.

FBI: Russian spies hid codes in online photos[ Thu, 1 Jul 2010 00:21:25 GMT ]The alleged Russian spies recently arrested by the FBI are accused of encoding messages into otherwise innocuous pictures, marking the first confirmed use of this high-tech form of data concealment in real life.

Cosmic Log: The colors of starbirth[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:37:42 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A stunning “cosmic watercolor” features the interplay of light from hot young stars reflecting off clouds of gas and dust, 420 light-years from Earth.

The end of TV (as we know it)[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:53:19 GMT ]Hulu Plus doesn't just bring network programming on demand to iPhones, iPads and game consoles. It will change the way we watch TV — even from the couch.

It's time to Webcast the U.S. Supreme Court[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:49:44 PDT ]Nominee Elena Kagan's openness to Webcasting or televising court proceedings might be enough to convince the court's old guard to turn on the cameras. That's long overdue.

Intel Research Day (photos)[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:50:58 PDT ]Intel's annual science fair at the Computer History Museum shows off its research into future technologies with location-based data, smart cars, and of course, robots.

Intel Research Day ponders location, gesture tech[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:55:04 PDT ]The chipmaker's annual science fair for its researchers shows the company is thinking about where technologies just now coming to consumers will be now and years in the future.

Firefox on the iPhone? Mozilla submits Firefox Home to Apple[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:36:49 PDT ]We've known that Mozilla has been working on a version of its Firefox browser for iPhone called Firefox Home. On Wednesday, it submitted its attempt to Apple.

Leak shows Apple spin on iPhone 4 flaws[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:12:40 EDT ]According to documents leaked to Boy Genius Report today, AppleCare representatives are being given a strong company line to deliver to unhappy iPhone 4 owners who complain about reception issues.

CNET to the Rescue: Road trip road test[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:42:25 PDT ]We're joined today by two traveling techies: CNET's Daniel Terdiman and Hak5's Darren Kitchen. Both are road trip experts, and we're going to talk to them about the gear they use and their advice on using it. Also: Your questions answered on Android phones, virtual networks, and more.

iPhone 4 gyroscope to redefine mobile gaming?[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:57:05 EDT ]One of the first devices to popularize touchscreens and motion controls as modern gaming staples, Apple's iPhone helped make interactive entertainment accessible to millions.

How Microsoft crowdsourced Office 2010[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:33:35 EDT ]For several years, Denise Carlevato has studied millions of mouse clicks and keystrokes made by anonymous computer users from all over the world. Her objective: to make Microsoft Office better fit the way millions of people work.

Egypt finds evidence of unfinished ancient tomb[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:11:39 GMT ]Egyptian archaeologists who have completed excavations on an unfinished ancient tunnel believe it was meant to connect a 3,300-year-old pharaoh's tomb with a secret burial site, the antiquities department said Wednesday.

Egypt finds evidence of unfinished ancient tomb[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:11:39 GMT ]Egyptian archaeologists who have completed excavations on an unfinished ancient tunnel believe it was meant to connect a 3,300-year-old pharaoh's tomb with a secret burial site, the antiquities department said Wednesday.

Cosmic Log: The pilots behind a robot navy[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:06:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The deep-sea machines fighting the Gulf oil spill have been compared to Supermen — but they're just machines. The pilots are the real superheroes.

Cosmic Log: The pilots behind a robot navy[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:06:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The deep-sea machines fighting the Gulf oil spill have been compared to Supermen — but they're just machines. The pilots are the real superheroes.

Penalty kicks may be predictable[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:03:41 GMT ]Using motion-sensing technologies and computer analyses, a scientist has identified a few early signs that reliably predict which direction a penalty kick will go.

Penalty kicks may be predictable[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:03:41 GMT ]Using motion-sensing technologies and computer analyses, a scientist has identified a few early signs that reliably predict which direction a penalty kick will go.

Hulu launches $10 video subscription service[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:39:20 GMT ]Online video site Hulu, under pressure from its media company parents to generate a profit, has launched a subscription service with access to older episodes of popular television shows.

Hulu launches $10 video subscription service[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:39:20 GMT ]Online video site Hulu, under pressure from its media company parents to generate a profit, has launched a subscription service with access to older episodes of popular television shows.

The end of TV (as we know it)[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:53:19 GMT ]Hulu Plus doesn't just bring network programming on demand to iPhones, iPads and game consoles. It will change the way we watch TV — even from the couch.

The end of TV (as we know it)[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:53:19 GMT ]Hulu Plus doesn't just bring network programming on demand to iPhones, iPads and game consoles. It will change the way we watch TV — even from the couch.

Louvre looks to LEDs to light the way[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:34:04 PDT ]More energy-efficient lighting from Toshiba is planned for I.M. Pei pyramid and other key museum areas to be refitted by 2012.

Louvre looks to LEDs to light the way[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 07:34:04 PDT ]More energy-efficient lighting from Toshiba is planned for I.M. Pei pyramid and other key museum areas to be refitted by 2012.

Hulu CEO: We're no cable killer[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:14:25 PDT ]Jason Kilar says Hulu Plus is going to be incremental and complementary to cable and satellite service. And it's priced that way.

Hulu CEO: We're no cable killer[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:14:25 PDT ]Jason Kilar says Hulu Plus is going to be incremental and complementary to cable and satellite service. And it's priced that way.

iPhone 4 video embodies new-tech aesthetic[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:15:03 PDT ]Videos like "Apple of My Eye" will lead ordinary folks to buy premium tech gear--and some of those people will even create works of art.

iPhone 4 video embodies new-tech aesthetic[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:15:03 PDT ]Videos like "Apple of My Eye" will lead ordinary folks to buy premium tech gear--and some of those people will even create works of art.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/30: What is this?[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:34:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it is located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/30: What is this?[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:34:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it is located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Google struggles to give away $10M[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:20:38 EDT ]On its tenth anniversary in 2008, Google promised $10 million to the best five ideas for using technology to improve the world, through Project 10x100 -- a neat play on words (10 to the 100th power expresses the number "googol," which is a one followed by one hundred zeroes).

How Microsoft crowdsourced Office 2010[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:33:35 EDT ]For several years, Denise Carlevato has studied millions of mouse clicks and keystrokes made by anonymous computer users from all over the world. Her objective: to make Microsoft Office better fit the way millions of people work.

Photos: Road Trip sees the best of D.C.[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:43:14 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: Washington, D.C., is not a tech-heavy city, but Larry Ellison seems to be enjoying it. And there's plenty else to see as well.

Photos: Road Trip sees the best of D.C.[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:43:14 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: Washington, D.C., is not a tech-heavy city, but Larry Ellison seems to be enjoying it. And there's plenty else to see as well.

Keyboard for iPhone finally arrives[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:39:22 EDT ]I've been an iPhone user for two years, and one thing that's always frustrated me is that my only option for typing on it has been the touchscreen keypad.

Keyboard for iPhone finally arrives[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:39:22 EDT ]I've been an iPhone user for two years, and one thing that's always frustrated me is that my only option for typing on it has been the touchscreen keypad.

Google struggles to give away $10M[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:20:38 EDT ]On its tenth anniversary in 2008, Google promised $10 million to the best five ideas for using technology to improve the world, through Project 10x100 -- a neat play on words (10 to the 100th power expresses the number "googol," which is a one followed by one hundred zeroes).

How Microsoft crowdsourced Office 2010[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:33:35 EDT ]For several years, Denise Carlevato has studied millions of mouse clicks and keystrokes made by anonymous computer users from all over the world. Her objective: to make Microsoft Office better fit the way millions of people work.

Cosmic Log: Space sex talk revived[ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 03:11:30 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A space shuttle commander's insistence that astronauts are too professional to indulge in orbital sex has renewed the buzz over a years-old question.

Xbox 360 game lets players battle oil spill[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:22:30 GMT ]Independent developers have created a video game about the Gulf Coast oil spill for the Xbox 360. But it's not the first time homebrew game makers have turned current events into a game.

Hulu launches $10 video subscription service[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:39:20 GMT ]Online video site Hulu, under pressure from its media company parents to generate a profit, has launched a subscription service with access to older episodes of popular television shows.

Report: Verizon getting iPhone in January[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:59:02 GMT ]Bloomberg News reports that Verizon Wireless will begin selling the Apple iPhone next year — next January, in fact.

Cosmic Log: The pilots behind a robot navy[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:06:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The deep-sea machines fighting the Gulf oil spill have been compared to Supermen — but they're just machines. The pilots are the real superheroes.

Dating site tries to out-Facebook Facebook[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:36:24 PDT ]Pirate Date attempts to trade on the concept of friends of friends being the best people to date. It also claims to be able to trawl Facebook to five degrees of separation in order to find The One.

Robotics meet origami in self-folding sheets[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:45:47 PDT ]Thanks to scientists at Harvard and MIT, programmable electronic sheets can now fold themselves into shapes that any origami aficionado could appreciate.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://download.cnet.com/8301-2007_4-20009238-12.html?part=rss&amp;subj=news&amp;tag=2547-1_3-0-20" target="_blank">Foxit Reader stumbles into version 4</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:25:32 PDT ]</i><BR>Foxit Reader</a> has long been the most visible Windows alternative to Adobe Reader, but in the latest update this popular freeware falters from a cumbersome installation, a feature set muddled by add-ons, and an outdated interface. </div> <span style="float:left;position:absolute;"></span> </p>

FAA floats a break to flying car[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 18:54:08 PDT ]By giving the Terrafugia Transition a weight exemption, allowing it to fulfill road safety requirements, the FAA brings the flying car closer to fruition.

Amazon.com experiences hours-long outage[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:23:33 PDT ]Online retailer experiences an unusually long outage that frustrates customers by displaying blank product pages and empty shopping carts.

Is your blog the unpopular kid?[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:27:09 EDT ]Let's face it -- you never really leave high school. So here's how to keep your blog from being that shy kid in the corner.

Keyboard for iPhone finally arrives[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:39:22 EDT ]I've been an iPhone user for two years, and one thing that's always frustrated me is that my only option for typing on it has been the touchscreen keypad.

Video: Gears of Harry Potter[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:37:28 GMT ]'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows' the game is a third person shooter, not unlike 'Gears of War'... Game Editor Todd Kenreck reports. (MSNBC)

MOG, Rdio new entrants to mobile music[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:32:28 GMT ]Two more companies are jumping into the mobile streaming music field with applications that work on iPhones, giving consumers new ways to listen to millions of tracks on the go for about $10 a month.

MOG, Rdio new entrants to mobile music[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:32:28 GMT ]Two more companies are jumping into the mobile streaming music field with applications that work on iPhones, giving consumers new ways to listen to millions of tracks on the go for about $10 a month.

See an online job scammer at work[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:24:05 GMT ]Gina Walker is a struggling 23-year-old mother of two living in Bay St. Louis, Miss., an area still recovering from the ravages of Hurricane Katrina. Her husband wakes up at 3 a.m. every day to work at nearby Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, and gets home 12 hours later.  So to help ease her husband’s burden, she did something about 65 million Americans are doing every month, according to comScore Media Metrix – she turned to an online job listing site. While that led to several work-from-home jobs, it also put her squarely in the sights of online crooks running an international con.

See an online job scammer at work[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:24:05 GMT ]Gina Walker is a struggling 23-year-old mother of two living in Bay St. Louis, Miss., an area still recovering from the ravages of Hurricane Katrina. Her husband wakes up at 3 a.m. every day to work at nearby Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, and gets home 12 hours later.  So to help ease her husband’s burden, she did something about 65 million Americans are doing every month, according to comScore Media Metrix – she turned to an online job listing site. While that led to several work-from-home jobs, it also put her squarely in the sights of online crooks running an international con.

Video: Harry Potter goes LEGO[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:34:34 GMT ]'LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4' explores the books in LEGO form. Msnbc.com Game Editor Todd Kenreck gives it a 7 out of 10. (MSNBC)

Video: Harry Potter goes LEGO[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:34:34 GMT ]'LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4' explores the books in LEGO form. Msnbc.com Game Editor Todd Kenreck gives it a 7 out of 10. (MSNBC)

Video: Gears of Harry Potter[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:37:28 GMT ]'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows' the game is a third person shooter, not unlike 'Gears of War'... Game Editor Todd Kenreck reports. (MSNBC)

Myths and realities about vampires[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:08:07 GMT ]"Eclipse," opening June 30, is the third big-screen adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's "Twlight" series of vampire romance novels. Heartthrob vampires are, of course, fictional creatures drawn from a rich history of myth and reality.

Myths and realities about vampires[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:08:07 GMT ]"Eclipse," opening June 30, is the third big-screen adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's "Twlight" series of vampire romance novels. Heartthrob vampires are, of course, fictional creatures drawn from a rich history of myth and reality.

Google still struggling in China[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:07:38 PDT ]Google tries a new tactic in its battle with Beijing, Yahoo launches a style guide for the Web, and MapQuest gets a new look.

Google still struggling in China[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:07:38 PDT ]Google tries a new tactic in its battle with Beijing, Yahoo launches a style guide for the Web, and MapQuest gets a new look.

Tesla Motors goes public higher than planned[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:09:00 PDT ]In one of the most highly anticipated IPOs in the tech sector, Tesla aims to raise about $226 million to begin production of its Model S electric sedan.

Tesla Motors goes public higher than planned[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 07:09:00 PDT ]In one of the most highly anticipated IPOs in the tech sector, Tesla aims to raise about $226 million to begin production of its Model S electric sedan.

AT&T completes 3G upgrades in NYC[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:23:36 PDT ]Scrambling to improve its 3G reception in certain major U.S. cities, AT&T has finished an upgrade to its wireless network in New York City and notes better service over the last six months.

AT&T completes 3G upgrades in NYC[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:23:36 PDT ]Scrambling to improve its 3G reception in certain major U.S. cities, AT&T has finished an upgrade to its wireless network in New York City and notes better service over the last six months.

Cisco enters home smart-grid fray with energy display[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]Networking giant introduces a device for monitoring home energy use and cutting utility bills which will be offered this summer to Duke Energy customers in North Carolina and Ohio.

Cisco enters home smart-grid fray with energy display[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]Networking giant introduces a device for monitoring home energy use and cutting utility bills which will be offered this summer to Duke Energy customers in North Carolina and Ohio.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/29: What is this?[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:35:00 PDT ]This big,white,column-y house has a lawn fit for a picnic. Guess what the building is and you would win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/29: What is this?[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:35:00 PDT ]This big,white,column-y house has a lawn fit for a picnic. Guess what the building is and you would win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Opinion: Why Facebook is condescending[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:54 EDT ]Facebook's privacy problems have been in the news ... again.

Opinion: Why Facebook is condescending[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:54 EDT ]Facebook's privacy problems have been in the news ... again.

Advance look at 'Civilization V'[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:00:44 EDT ]"Civilization V" is the latest incarnation of Sid Meier's successful series of strategy games that allow players to take a tribe of people and try to turn them into the most dominant country in the world.

Advance look at 'Civilization V'[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:00:44 EDT ]"Civilization V" is the latest incarnation of Sid Meier's successful series of strategy games that allow players to take a tribe of people and try to turn them into the most dominant country in the world.

Is your blog the unpopular kid?[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:07:28 EDT ]Let's face it -- you never really leave high school. So here's how to keep your blog from being that shy kid in the corner.

Is your blog the unpopular kid?[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:07:28 EDT ]Let's face it -- you never really leave high school. So here's how to keep your blog from being that shy kid in the corner.

Obama seeks global cooperation in space[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:22:50 GMT ]President Barack Obama is calling for greater international cooperation in exploring space.

Facebook is divorce lawyers' new best friend[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 22:53:35 GMT ]Forgot to de-friend your wife on Facebook while posting vacation shots of your mistress? Her divorce lawyer will be thrilled. Oversharing on social networks has led to an overabundance of evidence in divorce cases.

The right and wrong stuff for space cooperation[ Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:38:17 GMT ]President Barack Obama's international-minded space policy can build on the International Space Station, which has been successful for the "wrong reasons." Analysis by NBC News' James Oberg.

Best new games of E3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:23:35 GMT ]When it comes to video games, it's easy to get caught up in franchise mania. Certainly at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo, games with numbers in their title seemed to hog most of the spotlight. Crysis 2, Gears of War 3, LittleBigPlanet 2, Killzone 3 — we're lookin' at you.

See greatest hits from the lunar eclipse[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:21:15 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A partial lunar eclipse may not be as spectacular as totality, but it can sure generate some spectacular pictures.

Windows 8 leaks show Microsoft's eyes on Apple[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:08:41 PDT ]Purported planning documents show that Redmond is not only looking to craft a better Windows, but also one with an iPad-like app store and quick start-up.

Will NY law crack down on Craigslist sublets?[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:50:04 PDT ]If passed, bill would ban short-term apartment sublets, greatly affecting services like HomeAway, AirBnB, and Craigslist.

CNET Showcase wrapup: Readers sound off on iPad vs. all other tablets[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:16:00 PDT ]Brian Cooley wraps up the second CNET Showcase Live event with an overview of the debate and videos of the products behind it.

PayPal to take your credit card, no account needed[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:54:48 PDT ]The electronic payments company announced a new service that will eventually get people buying software via credit card through PayPal--without a PayPal account.

Alleged Russian agents used high-tech tricks[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:16:43 PDT ]Ten men and women arrested on charges of being secret Russian agents used high-tech spycraft, including steganography, private Wi-Fi networks, and flash memory sticks, prosecutors claim.

How 'Annoying Orange' is taking over[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:36:13 EDT ]About as mature as a third-grade boy, the comedy web series "The Annoying Orange" proves once again that everyone secretly loves corny jokes.

Three days, 1.7 million sales for iPhone 4[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:37:05 EDT ]Apple announced Monday the iPhone 4 sold more than 1.7 million units in the three days after its Thursday launch, far outstripping opening sales for previous generations of the phone.

Opinion: Why Facebook is condescending[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:54 EDT ]Facebook's privacy problems have been in the news ... again.

An advance look at the upcoming 'Civilization V'[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:00:44 EDT ]"Civilization V" is the latest incarnation of Sid Meier's successful series of strategy games that allow players to take a tribe of people and try to turn them into the most dominant country in the world.

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

mSpot lets you stream your music over Web[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:44:11 GMT ]A new music service launching Monday lets you listen to your music collection from any computer or Android phone over the Web.

mSpot lets you stream your music over Web[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:44:11 GMT ]A new music service launching Monday lets you listen to your music collection from any computer or Android phone over the Web.

Boeing spaceship targets commercial missions[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:39:42 GMT ]As NASA's space shuttle fleet draws close to retirement, aerospace juggernaut Boeing is hard at work developing a new capsule-based spaceship to fly people to and from the International Space Station.

Boeing spaceship targets commercial missions[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:39:42 GMT ]As NASA's space shuttle fleet draws close to retirement, aerospace juggernaut Boeing is hard at work developing a new capsule-based spaceship to fly people to and from the International Space Station.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Best new games of E3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:23:35 GMT ]When it comes to video games, it's easy to get caught up in franchise mania. Certainly at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo, games with numbers in their title seemed to hog most of the spotlight. Crysis 2, Gears of War 3, LittleBigPlanet 2, Killzone 3 — we're lookin' at you.

Best new games of E3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:23:35 GMT ]When it comes to video games, it's easy to get caught up in franchise mania. Certainly at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo, games with numbers in their title seemed to hog most of the spotlight. Crysis 2, Gears of War 3, LittleBigPlanet 2, Killzone 3 — we're lookin' at you.

Plastic Logic cancels preorders for Que e-reader?[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:35:16 PDT ]It looks like the expensive Que e-reader has been caught in the iPad undertow and may never be released.

Plastic Logic cancels preorders for Que e-reader?[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:35:16 PDT ]It looks like the expensive Que e-reader has been caught in the iPad undertow and may never be released.

File sharer beats 'Hurt Locker' makers to punch[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:35:40 PDT ]Michigan man files legal response to Voltage Pictures copyright complaint--without actually having been accused of sharing movie.

File sharer beats 'Hurt Locker' makers to punch[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:35:40 PDT ]Michigan man files legal response to Voltage Pictures copyright complaint--without actually having been accused of sharing movie.

Google me[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:54:46 PDT ]Samsung launches a new line of Galaxy-S phones, Amazon enables audio and video in the Kindle app, and Google may try its hand at social networking--again.

Google me[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:54:46 PDT ]Samsung launches a new line of Galaxy-S phones, Amazon enables audio and video in the Kindle app, and Google may try its hand at social networking--again.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/28: What is this?[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it is located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/28: What is this?[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it is located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

White House drafting plan for cyberspace safety[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:30:29 PDT ]Looking to make online transactions safer, it drafts a strategy to use trusted and secure identities in cyberspace, and asks for ideas and feedback from the public.

White House drafting plan for cyberspace safety[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:30:29 PDT ]Looking to make online transactions safer, it drafts a strategy to use trusted and secure identities in cyberspace, and asks for ideas and feedback from the public.

Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

How 'Annoying Orange' is taking over[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:36:13 EDT ]About as mature as a third-grade boy, the comedy web series "The Annoying Orange" proves once again that everyone secretly loves corny jokes.

How 'Annoying Orange' is taking over[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:36:13 EDT ]About as mature as a third-grade boy, the comedy web series "The Annoying Orange" proves once again that everyone secretly loves corny jokes.

Three days, 1.7 million sales for iPhone 4[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:37:05 EDT ]Apple announced Monday the iPhone 4 sold more than 1.7 million units in the three days after its Thursday launch, far outstripping opening sales for previous generations of the phone.

Three days, 1.7 million sales for iPhone 4[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:37:05 EDT ]Apple announced Monday the iPhone 4 sold more than 1.7 million units in the three days after its Thursday launch, far outstripping opening sales for previous generations of the phone.

Opinion: Why Facebook is condescending[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:54 EDT ]Facebook's privacy problems have been in the news ... again.

Opinion: Why Facebook is condescending[ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:05:54 EDT ]Facebook's privacy problems have been in the news ... again.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Weird antimatter particles discovered[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 02:29:25 GMT ]Exotic antimatter particles have been detected deep within the Earth's interior, scientists report.

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Photos: At home with PostSecret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:27:20 PDT ]On Road Trip 2010, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman checked in with PostSecret's Frank Warren as he prepared his Sunday blog post.

Behind the scenes with PostSecret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:28:09 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: On Saturdays, Frank Warren organizes and posts the secrets for his famous blog. CNET's Daniel Terdiman was on hand to witness the work thousands will see Sunday.

One Droid X killer feature the iPhone 4 lacks[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]The iPhone 4's FaceTime isn't the only killer smartphone feature out there. Motorola's Droid X sports a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/27: What is this?[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]Do you know what this building is? If so, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Paper quotes (fake) Steve Jobs suggesting iPhone 4 recall[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 12:50:25 PDT ]The Daily Mail declares that the iPhone 4 may be recalled. However, the tweet that is said to prove this comes from a fake, not real Steve Jobs.

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Weird antimatter particles discovered[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 02:29:25 GMT ]Exotic antimatter particles have been detected deep within the Earth's interior, scientists report.

Weird antimatter particles discovered[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 02:29:25 GMT ]Exotic antimatter particles have been detected deep within the Earth's interior, scientists report.

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Photos: At home with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:27:20 PDT ]On Road Trip 2010, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman checked in with Post Secret's Frank Warren as he prepared his Sunday blog post.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Apple criticized by left-handed org over iPhone 4[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:51:57 PDT ]The Left-Handers Club suggests that with the iPhone 4's alleged left-handed issues, Apple should hire some left-handed designers.

Apple criticized by left-handed org over iPhone 4[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:51:57 PDT ]The Left-Handers Club suggests that with the iPhone 4's alleged left-handed issues, Apple should hire some left-handed designers.

Photos: At home with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:27:20 PDT ]On Road Trip 2010, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman checked in with Post Secret's Frank Warren as he prepared his Sunday blog post.

Behind the scenes with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:28:09 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: On Saturdays, Frank Warren organizes and posts the secrets for his famous blog. CNET's Daniel Terdiman was on hand to witness the work thousands will see Sunday.

Behind the scenes with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:28:09 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: On Saturdays, Frank Warren organizes and posts the secrets for his famous blog. CNET's Daniel Terdiman was on hand to witness the work thousands will see Sunday.

One Droid X killer feature the iPhone 4 lacks[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]The iPhone 4's FaceTime isn't the only killer smartphone feature out there. Motorola's Droid X sports a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

One Droid X killer feature the iPhone 4 lacks[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]The iPhone 4's FaceTime isn't the only killer smartphone feature out there. Motorola's Droid X sports a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/27: What is this?[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]Do you know what this building is? If so, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/27: What is this?[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]Do you know what this building is? If so, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Weird antimatter particles discovered[ Sun, 27 Jun 2010 02:29:25 GMT ]Exotic antimatter particles have been detected deep within the Earth's interior, scientists report.

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:17:42 GMT ]In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill?

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Police push to continue warrantless cell tracking[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 09:30:00 PDT ]As Congress begins to consider adding more privacy protections to a 1986 privacy law, including regulating cell phone tracking, tech companies will have to overcome law enforcement objections.

Foursquare poised to get new VC funding[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 14:53:33 PDT ]The hot social-location site is in the final stages of striking a funding deal with the very venture firm--Andreessen Horowitz--that had publicly dissed it and walked away from earlier talks.

Apple criticized by left-handed org over iPhone 4[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:51:57 PDT ]The Left-Handers Club suggests that with the iPhone 4's alleged left-handed issues, Apple should hire some left-handed designers.

Photos: At home with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:27:20 PDT ]On Road Trip 2010, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman checked in with Post Secret's Frank Warren as he prepared his Sunday blog post.

Behind the scenes with Post Secret[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:28:09 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: On Saturdays, Frank Warren organizes and posts the secrets for his famous blog. CNET's Daniel Terdiman was on hand to witness the work thousands will see Sunday.

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

Porn sites closer to .xxx Web address[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:11:36 GMT ]An online red-light district could soon flourish under a new .xxx Internet address which backers say could help computers filter porn sites.

Porn sites closer to .xxx Web address[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:11:36 GMT ]An online red-light district could soon flourish under a new .xxx Internet address which backers say could help computers filter porn sites.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

Cosmic Log: See the eclipse in style[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:01:58 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Get up early to watch a partial lunar eclipse that's likely to look even bigger than usual, thanks to a trick of the eye.

Cosmic Log: See the eclipse in style[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:01:58 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Get up early to watch a partial lunar eclipse that's likely to look even bigger than usual, thanks to a trick of the eye.

Palm shareholders approve HP takeover plans[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:03:55 PDT ]Stockholders of the struggling smartphone maker on Friday met and approved its $1.2 billion acquisition by Hewlett-Packard.

Meet Oscar, the adorable bionic pet cat[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:43:27 PDT ]Robo-cat, activated! Oscar lost his legs in an accident, but doctors wouldn't stop until he could walk again.

Meet Oscar, the adorable bionic pet cat[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:43:27 PDT ]Robo-cat, activated! Oscar lost his legs in an accident, but doctors wouldn't stop until he could walk again.

Palm shareholders approve HP takeover plans[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:03:55 PDT ]Stockholders of the struggling smartphone maker on Friday met and approved its $1.2 billion acquisition by Hewlett-Packard.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the iPhone 4, Motorola Droid X, and the RIM BlackBerry Bold 9650.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the iPhone 4, Motorola Droid X, and the RIM BlackBerry Bold 9650.

Trying to make iPad run my Road Trip[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:03:46 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman is carrying both a MacBook Pro and an iPad, and wants to use Apple's tablet for as many computing tasks as possible. Got any suggestions?

Trying to make iPad run my Road Trip[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:03:46 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman is carrying both a MacBook Pro and an iPad, and wants to use Apple's tablet for as many computing tasks as possible. Got any suggestions?

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/26: What is this?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]This sculpture is a product of nature. If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/26: What is this?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]This sculpture is a product of nature. If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:32:17 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

Porn sites closer to .xxx Web address[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:11:36 GMT ]An online red-light district could soon flourish under a new .xxx Internet address which backers say could help computers filter porn sites.

Cosmic Log: Who’s X’d out for Auto X Prize?[ Sat, 26 Jun 2010 02:30:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Some teams have already fallen by the wayside in a $10 million contest for ultra-efficient cars — and other teams are working hard to stay in.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:08:51 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Why smartphone buyers should wait[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:02:39 GMT ]The first wave of iPhone 4 purchasers has complained of reception problems, screen discolorations and swapped volume buttons, among other grievances. Given the relative likelihood of such launch jitters , should savvy consumers wait before plunking down on the latest "it" phone?

Cosmic Log: See the eclipse in style[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:01:58 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Get up early to watch a partial lunar eclipse that's likely to look even bigger than usual, thanks to a trick of the eye.

Now on Facebook: Lady Gaga vs. Obama[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:32:08 PDT ]President Obama and Lady Gaga are in a race to be the first to have 10 million Facebook fans. And it's close.

How to hold the iPhone 4? Don't look to Apple[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:22:28 PDT ]Apple acknowledges that holding the iPhone 4 a certain way degrades the signal strength, but just how are you supposed to hold it?

Bing-Zune integration still not working[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:29:32 PDT ]Almost three days after Microsoft began integrating playable search results into Bing, the player isn't working.

Meet Oscar, the adorable bionic pet cat[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:43:27 PDT ]Robo-cat, activated! Oscar lost his legs in an accident, but doctors wouldn't stop until he could walk again.

Palm shareholders approve HP takeover plans[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:03:55 PDT ]Stockholders of the struggling smartphone maker on Friday met and approved its $1.2 billion acquisition by Hewlett-Packard.

How to double your phone's battery life[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:58:12 EDT ]Think you need to buy a new phone to get better battery life?

Porn sites may get their own domain: '.xxx'[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:42:44 EDT ]It's a big day for the porn industry.

Apple on iPhone -- you're holding it wrong[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:03:04 EDT ]Hours after its iPhone 4 went on sale to excited crowds Thursday, Apple found itself responding to complaints that holding the phone by its metal edge causes mobile reception to suffer.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

Scientists become celebrities in oil spill story[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:04:55 GMT ]Louisiana State University's Edward Overton once published a research article with the tongue-tangling title, "Effectiveness of Phytoremediation and Bioremediation of n-Alknaes as a Function of the length of the Carbon Chain in Wetland Environments."

Maimed cat walks again with bionic paws[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:42:11 GMT ]A cat that had both its back legs severed by a combine harvester can walk again after being fitted with prosthetic limbs in a world-first operation.

Porn sites closer to .xxx Web address[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:51:55 GMT ]An online red-light district could soon flourish under a new .xxx Internet address which backers say could help computers filter porn sites.

Scientists become celebrities in oil spill story[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:04:55 GMT ]Louisiana State University's Edward Overton once published a research article with the tongue-tangling title, "Effectiveness of Phytoremediation and Bioremediation of n-Alknaes as a Function of the length of the Carbon Chain in Wetland Environments."

Maimed cat walks again with bionic paws[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:42:11 GMT ]A cat that had both its back legs severed by a combine harvester can walk again after being fitted with prosthetic limbs in a world-first operation.

Porn sites closer to .xxx Web address[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:51:55 GMT ]An online red-light district could soon flourish under a new .xxx Internet address which backers say could help computers filter porn sites.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:59:59 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:59:59 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Apple works to keep up with crush of iPhone demand[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:35:06 GMT ]The iPhone 4 has arrived, but for some people the wait continues as Apple sprints to keep up with fierce demand for its latest gadget.

Apple works to keep up with crush of iPhone demand[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:35:06 GMT ]The iPhone 4 has arrived, but for some people the wait continues as Apple sprints to keep up with fierce demand for its latest gadget.

Hulu subscription service could come next week[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 05:01:56 PDT ]A beta version of "Hulu Plus" seems imminent, though the initial test could be limited to a select group of 10,000 people.

Hulu subscription service could come next week[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 05:01:56 PDT ]A beta version of "Hulu Plus" seems imminent, though the initial test could be limited to a select group of 10,000 people.

Week in review: iPhone 4's reception[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Apple's next-generation smartphone arrives and complaints pop up immediately, while Google beats Viacom in a landmark copyright case. Also: privacy pitfalls.

Week in review: iPhone 4's reception[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Apple's next-generation smartphone arrives and complaints pop up immediately, while Google beats Viacom in a landmark copyright case. Also: privacy pitfalls.

Earbud hoodies[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:44:49 PDT ]The latest Hulu rumor has the service coming to the PlayStation, HP purchases streaming music service Melodeo, and a new hoodie has built-in earbuds.

Earbud hoodies[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:44:49 PDT ]The latest Hulu rumor has the service coming to the PlayStation, HP purchases streaming music service Melodeo, and a new hoodie has built-in earbuds.

Google eyes more home energy jobs for PowerMeter[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:01:24 PDT ]The company plans to extend its home electricity monitoring application into managing home energy, including other utilities and potentially electric cars and appliances.

Google eyes more home energy jobs for PowerMeter[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:01:24 PDT ]The company plans to extend its home electricity monitoring application into managing home energy, including other utilities and potentially electric cars and appliances.

Analyst: Nintendo 'stole the show' at E3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:04:47 PDT ]In the wake of the gaming industry show, analysts chime in on which companies they believe did well at building hype for future products and games.

Analyst: Nintendo 'stole the show' at E3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:04:47 PDT ]In the wake of the gaming industry show, analysts chime in on which companies they believe did well at building hype for future products and games.

Blogging takes off in Vietnam[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:32:37 EDT ]Helmet under her arm, Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quyn arrives after traveling 450 kilometers by motorbike, evading the security police, to tell CNN the story of her imprisonment for blogging in Vietnam.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

The Apple co-founder who left for $800[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:59:31 EDT ]Ron Wayne is usually just another gambler at the Nugget Hotel & Casino in Nevada. He comes here a couple of days a week to try his luck on the video poker machine. But on this trip, he drew some curious onlookers, as he was escorted by a CNN camera crew. A gift-shop worker asked him if he's famous.

The Apple co-founder who left for $800[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:59:31 EDT ]Ron Wayne is usually just another gambler at the Nugget Hotel & Casino in Nevada. He comes here a couple of days a week to try his luck on the video poker machine. But on this trip, he drew some curious onlookers, as he was escorted by a CNN camera crew. A gift-shop worker asked him if he's famous.

Obama, Lady Gaga vie for Facebook record[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 03:49:52 EDT ]Lady Gaga and President Barack Obama don't often travel in the same circles, but they're the top competitors in a popularity contest that could have one of them setting a record by this weekend.

Obama, Lady Gaga vie for Facebook record[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 03:49:52 EDT ]Lady Gaga and President Barack Obama don't often travel in the same circles, but they're the top competitors in a popularity contest that could have one of them setting a record by this weekend.

Blogging takes off in Vietnam[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:32:37 EDT ]Helmet under her arm, Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quyn arrives after traveling 450 kilometers by motorbike, evading the security police, to tell CNN the story of her imprisonment for blogging in Vietnam.

The new frugal: Tech-savvy coupon clippers[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:08:12 EDT ]Forget about the little old lady digging through her cluttered purse in the supermarket checkout line.

Google spurs ‘horse boy’ mystery[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:11:51 GMT ]Google Street View's fleet of GPS- and camera-equipped cars have captured plenty of oddities, from flaming vans to attempted muggings, even a cult musician taking a bath. But until now it had never caught a glimpse of the horse boy.

Solar cycle sparks doomsday buzz[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:07:00 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Don’t panic over reports that solar storms could cause high-tech disruptions in 2013. But don’t ignore them either. That’s the word from NASA Headquarters’ top guy for solar science.

Motion gaming review: Xbox vs. Wii vs. PS3[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:34:40 GMT ]On the market for more than three years now, the Nintendo Wii is an old favorite in motion gaming. But with Sony gearing up to enter the market with its PlayStation Move, and Microsoft readying the Kinect (formerly known as Project Natal) for Xbox 360, consumers will soon be faced with some interesting new choices. So which one is best?

iPhone 4 buyers report screen, antenna issues[ Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:11:28 GMT ]Though demand for Apple's iPhone 4 is higher than ever, some early owners are reporting problems with the screen, including occasional yellow screen discoloration and a "constellation" of white spots. Meanwhile, others are experiencing reduced call reception when holding the phone a certain way.

Apple works to keep up with crush of iPhone demand[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:35:06 GMT ]The iPhone 4 has arrived, but for some people the wait continues as Apple sprints to keep up with fierce demand for its latest gadget.

E-mail etiquette--Jasmine's Tech Dos & Don'ts[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:53:51 PDT ]Get schooled by CNET editor Jasmine France. This week: Get some tips on keeping your professional e-mails polished and your personal e-mails inoffensive.

Lab-engineered lung tissue lives on in rats[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:30:58 PDT ]One team of scientists implants functional lab-made lung tissue into rats, while another makes a microdevice that mimics real lungs and could be used to test drugs.

Apple acknowledges antenna issue in iPhone 4[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:20:35 PDT ]The company suggests buying a case or holding the phone near the bottom left corner.

Pictures shot by iPhone 4 camera (photos)[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:48:49 PDT ]CNET takes the iPhone 4 for a walk in San Francisco to gauge the image quality of the photos captured by the phone's camera.

Alternative replies to the iPhone 4 complaints[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:03:07 PDT ]As soon as the iPhone 4 launched, complaints echoed from quite a few quarters. Should fanatic purchasers be offered an alternative perspective? Here is that perspective.

iPhone 4 complaints are rolling in[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:26:32 EDT ]As iPhone 4 buyers prepared to unbox their new smartphones on Thursday morning, some screamed with joy. Others trumpeted vuvuzelas.

New app helps you avoid foes and exes[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:37:20 EDT ]It's something everyone dreads upon breaking up or having a falling out with a friend: the inevitable run-in.

iPad magazines: Don't believe the hype[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:26:17 EDT ]Much has been said about the iPad's ability to reinvigorate the publishing industry. But the first generation of magazine apps on the iPad fall short: They're an attempt to turn the clock back, rather than move the medium forward. Having splurged on a half dozen iPad magazines earlier this month, they're now gathering dust on my home screen, never to be read again.

The Apple co-founder who left for $800[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:59:31 EDT ]Ron Wayne is usually just another gambler at the Nugget Hotel & Casino in Nevada. He comes here a couple of days a week to try his luck on the video poker machine. But on this trip, he drew some curious onlookers, as he was escorted by a CNN camera crew. A gift-shop worker asked him if he's famous.

The complete guide to the iPhone's new OS[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:01:11 GMT ]The new iOS 4 firmware update has arrived for newer iPhone and iPod Touch models. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new, improved operating system.

Dino-holocaust linked to monster storm[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:13:38 GMT ]Scientists have revealed what may be the world's largest dinosaur graveyard. The dinosaurs may have been part of a mass die-off resulting from a monster storm, comparable to today's hurricanes, which struck what was then a coastal area.

Dino-holocaust linked to monster storm[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:13:38 GMT ]Scientists have revealed what may be the world's largest dinosaur graveyard. The dinosaurs may have been part of a mass die-off resulting from a monster storm, comparable to today's hurricanes, which struck what was then a coastal area.

Judge sides with Google in $1B Viacom lawsuit[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:28:21 GMT ]A federal judge sided with Google Inc. on Wednesday in a $1 billion copyright lawsuit filed by media company Viacom Inc. over YouTube videos, saying the service promptly removed illegal materials as required under federal law.

Judge sides with Google in $1B Viacom lawsuit[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:28:21 GMT ]A federal judge sided with Google Inc. on Wednesday in a $1 billion copyright lawsuit filed by media company Viacom Inc. over YouTube videos, saying the service promptly removed illegal materials as required under federal law.

The complete guide to the iPhone's new OS[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:01:11 GMT ]The new iOS 4 firmware update has arrived for newer iPhone and iPod Touch models. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new, improved operating system.

Top 7 animatronic beasties in film[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:05:35 GMT ]The shark in "Jaws" terrorized audiences 35 years ago, a triumph in filmmaking, but also a mechanical marvel. Here are seven of the most famous — and infamous — animatronic monsters in film history.

Top 7 animatronic beasties in film[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:05:35 GMT ]The shark in "Jaws" terrorized audiences 35 years ago, a triumph in filmmaking, but also a mechanical marvel. Here are seven of the most famous — and infamous — animatronic monsters in film history.

New iPhone selling briskly as hundreds line up[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:52:53 GMT ]Apple Inc.'s newest iPhone was selling briskly Thursday as thousands lined up outside stores around the world to become among the first to own the device amid concerns of supply shortages.

New iPhone selling briskly as hundreds line up[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:52:53 GMT ]Apple Inc.'s newest iPhone was selling briskly Thursday as thousands lined up outside stores around the world to become among the first to own the device amid concerns of supply shortages.

Live blog: iPhone 4 goes on sale[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:00:00 PDT ]CNET's reporters are covering the launch of the much-hyped iPhone 4. Stay tuned for updates from New York City and San Francisco.

Live blog: iPhone 4 goes on sale[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:00:00 PDT ]CNET's reporters are covering the launch of the much-hyped iPhone 4. Stay tuned for updates from New York City and San Francisco.

Zynga harvests Farmville app for iPhone[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:30:00 PDT ]The wildly popular Facebook game goes mobile on the same day Apple's iPhone 4 goes on sale.

Zynga harvests Farmville app for iPhone[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:30:00 PDT ]The wildly popular Facebook game goes mobile on the same day Apple's iPhone 4 goes on sale.

Droid X vs. iPhone 4[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:54:36 PDT ]Viacom loses its lawsuit against Google's YouTube, eBay buys RedLaser bar code scanning app for mobile shopping, and Verizon releases the Droid X just as the iPhone 4 launches with limited availability.

Droid X vs. iPhone 4[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:54:36 PDT ]Viacom loses its lawsuit against Google's YouTube, eBay buys RedLaser bar code scanning app for mobile shopping, and Verizon releases the Droid X just as the iPhone 4 launches with limited availability.

App store GetJar bottles up $11 million from VCs[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:19:44 PDT ]The largely unknown but actually second-largest mobile app store, behind Apple's behemoth, closes Series B funding.

App store GetJar bottles up $11 million from VCs[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:19:44 PDT ]The largely unknown but actually second-largest mobile app store, behind Apple's behemoth, closes Series B funding.

Scenes from iPhone 4 launch (photos)[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:53:45 PDT ]We take you to New York and the San Francisco Bay Area where the much-anticipated iPhone 4 is hitting store shelves and people have been queuing up to get it.

Scenes from iPhone 4 launch (photos)[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:53:45 PDT ]We take you to New York and the San Francisco Bay Area where the much-anticipated iPhone 4 is hitting store shelves and people have been queuing up to get it.

The man who co-founded Apple and left for $800[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:59:31 EDT ]Ron Wayne is usually just another gambler at the Nugget Hotel & Casino in Nevada. He comes here a couple of days a week to try his luck on the video poker machine. But on this trip, he drew some curious onlookers, as he was escorted by a CNN camera crew. A gift-shop worker asked him if he's famous.

The man who co-founded Apple and left for $800[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:59:31 EDT ]Ron Wayne is usually just another gambler at the Nugget Hotel & Casino in Nevada. He comes here a couple of days a week to try his luck on the video poker machine. But on this trip, he drew some curious onlookers, as he was escorted by a CNN camera crew. A gift-shop worker asked him if he's famous.

Apple's iPhone 4 hits stores today[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:31:02 EDT ]After lining up for hours, or sometimes days, Apple-philes on Thursday morning were set to get their hands the iPhone 4, the latest in the company's line of trend-setting smartphones.

Apple's iPhone 4 hits stores today[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:31:02 EDT ]After lining up for hours, or sometimes days, Apple-philes on Thursday morning were set to get their hands the iPhone 4, the latest in the company's line of trend-setting smartphones.

White iPhone 4 delayed (but not missed)[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:27:35 GMT ]Opinion: Apple released a brief statement today explaining that the white version of the iPhone 4 would not be available until "the second half of July," but who really wants the white one?

One year of cool pictures from the moon[ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 01:43:55 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: NASA looks back at the greatest hits from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter's first year of circling the moon.

Dino-holocaust linked to monster storm[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:13:38 GMT ]Scientists have revealed what may be the world's largest dinosaur graveyard. The dinosaurs may have been part of a mass die-off resulting from a monster storm, comparable to today's hurricanes, which struck what was then a coastal area.

Judge sides with Google in $1B Viacom lawsuit[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:28:21 GMT ]A federal judge sided with Google Inc. on Wednesday in a $1 billion copyright lawsuit filed by media company Viacom Inc. over YouTube videos, saying the service promptly removed illegal materials as required under federal law.

The complete guide to the iPhone's new OS[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:01:11 GMT ]The new iOS 4 firmware update has arrived for newer iPhone and iPod Touch models. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new, improved operating system.

CNET to the Rescue: What to get after E3[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:20:00 PDT ]This week on the show, Josh's takeaways from the Electronic Entertainment Expo, plus a bunch of questions on what to do with old, tired, expired iPhones and iPod Touches.

Is your iPhone 4 showing scratches? (poll)[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:16:27 PDT ]One blogger discovered some nasty scratches on a five-day-old review unit. Luckily, they were only on the back. Does that even matter?

Countdown to iPhone 4 in SF (photos)[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 19:58:41 PDT ]The first iPhone 4 buyers are camping out on the streets of San Francisco, waiting for the newest Apple gadget to go on sale Thursday morning.

NASA shots show aftermath of Mexico quake (images)[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:17:55 PDT ]Radar images released Wednesday show how and where a massive earthquake in April reformed the surrounding landscape.

These iPhone 4 lines could get ugly[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:49:37 PDT ]In New York, the midtown flagship Apple Store has divided customers into two separate lines for the iPhone 4 launch on Thursday morning based on whether they pre-ordered the device or not.

How to tell if you're a comments troll[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:04:12 EDT ]So you're surfing along on your favorite website when you see something that gets your plasma boiling -- so much so that that pulsating vein above your eye is about to burst.

U.S. World Cup match may set internet record[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:42:48 EDT ]The dramatic ending to the World Cup match between the U.S. and Algeria on Wednesday could set a new record for internet traffic.

How to get an iPhone 4 without the line[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:44:27 EDT ]One week ago, on June 16, an unemployed man pitched a tent outside an Apple Store in Dallas, Texas, hoping to be among the first people to buy the iPhone 4, which doesn't go on sale in stores until Thursday.

No iPhone 4 at AT&T stores until Tuesday[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:32:46 GMT ]Planning your iPhone 4 buying strategy for Thursday, June 24, when the phone is released? Scratch AT&T stores off your list — the exclusive carrier of the popular device said it will not have iPhone 4s available to the public until Tuesday, June 29.

No iPhone 4 at AT&T stores until Tuesday[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:32:46 GMT ]Planning your iPhone 4 buying strategy for Thursday, June 24, when the phone is released? Scratch AT&T stores off your list — the exclusive carrier of the popular device said it will not have iPhone 4s available to the public until Tuesday, June 29.

Google Voice now available to the public[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:46:15 GMT ]A service that lets you combine your phones under one number, check voicemail anywhere and send and receive text messages without a phone is finally open to the public, after a year in exclusive invite-only status.

Google Voice now available to the public[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:46:15 GMT ]A service that lets you combine your phones under one number, check voicemail anywhere and send and receive text messages without a phone is finally open to the public, after a year in exclusive invite-only status.

iPhone 4 reviews unanimously say it’s a champ[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:51:55 GMT ]As Apple's chosen reviewers sounded off first on the iPhone 4 Tuesday night,  they all agreed that it was a major improvement over its predecessor, the iPhone 3GS, and a champion when compared to challengers from other phone makers. Still, many pointed out that call reception was no better.

iPhone 4 reviews unanimously say it’s a champ[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:51:55 GMT ]As Apple's chosen reviewers sounded off first on the iPhone 4 Tuesday night,  they all agreed that it was a major improvement over its predecessor, the iPhone 3GS, and a champion when compared to challengers from other phone makers. Still, many pointed out that call reception was no better.

Star Wars video games: A visual history[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:02:46 GMT ]Star Wars is the most prolific franchise in gaming history. Its games —  88 if you include each expansion and arcade game — appear on every console and home computer and reach into every genre, from arcade shooter to strategy games.

Star Wars video games: A visual history[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:02:46 GMT ]Star Wars is the most prolific franchise in gaming history. Its games —  88 if you include each expansion and arcade game — appear on every console and home computer and reach into every genre, from arcade shooter to strategy games.

The complete guide to the iPhone's new OS[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:01:11 GMT ]The new iOS 4 firmware update has arrived for newer iPhone and iPod Touch models. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new, improved operating system.

The complete guide to the iPhone's new OS[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 13:01:11 GMT ]The new iOS 4 firmware update has arrived for newer iPhone and iPod Touch models. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of the new, improved operating system.

The man behind the essential geek travel guide[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]45 Minutes on IM John Graham-Cumming wrote what has become one of the only travel books geeks need. With CNET Road Trip 2010 starting Thursday, I wanted to get his sense of the geek world.

The man behind the essential geek travel guide[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]45 Minutes on IM John Graham-Cumming wrote what has become one of the only travel books geeks need. With CNET Road Trip 2010 starting Thursday, I wanted to get his sense of the geek world.

Office Web Apps, Google Docs go head-to-head[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:05:27 PDT ]The online versions of Microsoft Word and Excel challenge longtime Web-app leader Google Docs, while PowerPoint takes on Zoho Show in the online-presentation category.

Office Web Apps, Google Docs go head-to-head[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:05:27 PDT ]The online versions of Microsoft Word and Excel challenge longtime Web-app leader Google Docs, while PowerPoint takes on Zoho Show in the online-presentation category.

Smart grid security to become multibillion-dollar industry[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:50:51 PDT ]Report predicts that a total of $21 billion worldwide will be spent on cybersecurity for smart grids between 2010 and 2015.

Smart grid security to become multibillion-dollar industry[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:50:51 PDT ]Report predicts that a total of $21 billion worldwide will be spent on cybersecurity for smart grids between 2010 and 2015.

In line for an iPhone 4? Share your pics, stories[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:53:22 PDT ]Waiting in line for an iPhone 4? Share your photos and experiences with us and other CNET readers.

In line for an iPhone 4? Share your pics, stories[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:53:22 PDT ]Waiting in line for an iPhone 4? Share your photos and experiences with us and other CNET readers.

AT&T gets approval to buy Verizon spectrum[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:56:56 PDT ]The FCC agreed to allow AT&T to buy spectrum licenses from Verizon Wireless, which it was required to divest as part of its 2008 acquisition of Alltel.

AT&T gets approval to buy Verizon spectrum[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:56:56 PDT ]The FCC agreed to allow AT&T to buy spectrum licenses from Verizon Wireless, which it was required to divest as part of its 2008 acquisition of Alltel.

How to tell if you're a comments troll[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:02:51 EDT ]So you're surfing along on your favorite website when you see something that gets your plasma boiling -- so much so that that pulsating vein above your eye is about to burst.

How to tell if you're a comments troll[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:02:51 EDT ]So you're surfing along on your favorite website when you see something that gets your plasma boiling -- so much so that that pulsating vein above your eye is about to burst.

Google Voice opens to all, no longer invite-only[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:17:18 EDT ]Google Voice opened to the public Tuesday.

Google Voice opens to all, no longer invite-only[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:17:18 EDT ]Google Voice opened to the public Tuesday.

Smart ways to ditch your old phone[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:31:27 EDT ]Whether they're waiting in line Thursday for a new iPhone 4 or grabbing other recent smartphone offerings such as the Droid Incredible or Microsoft's Kin, plenty of folks will be saying goodbye to their old phones in coming days.

Smart ways to ditch your old phone[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:31:27 EDT ]Whether they're waiting in line Thursday for a new iPhone 4 or grabbing other recent smartphone offerings such as the Droid Incredible or Microsoft's Kin, plenty of folks will be saying goodbye to their old phones in coming days.

How to get an iPhone 4 without the line[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:12:31 EDT ]One week ago, on June 16, an unemployed man pitched a tent outside an Apple Store in Dallas, Texas, hoping to be among the first people to buy the iPhone 4, which doesn't go on sale in stores until Thursday.

How to get an iPhone 4 without the line[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:12:31 EDT ]One week ago, on June 16, an unemployed man pitched a tent outside an Apple Store in Dallas, Texas, hoping to be among the first people to buy the iPhone 4, which doesn't go on sale in stores until Thursday.

Some iPhone 4 pre-orders to arrive early[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:17:36 GMT ]Some customers who first pre-ordered an iPhone 4 last week are reporting that they received an e-mail from Apple stating their order will arrive one day earlier than expected, on Wednesday, June 23.

No iPhone 4 at AT&T stores until Tuesday[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:32:46 GMT ]Planning your iPhone 4 buying strategy for Thursday, June 24, when the phone is released? Scratch AT&T stores off your list — the exclusive carrier of the popular device said it will not have iPhone 4s available to the public until Tuesday, June 29.

Google Voice now available to the public[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:46:15 GMT ]A service that lets you combine your phones under one number, check voicemail anywhere and send and receive text messages without a phone is finally open to the public, after a year in exclusive invite-only status.

iPhone 4 reviews unanimously say it’s a champ[ Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:51:55 GMT ]As Apple's chosen reviewers sounded off first on the iPhone 4 Tuesday night,  they all agreed that it was a major improvement over its predecessor, the iPhone 3GS, and a champion when compared to challengers from other phone makers. Still, many pointed out that call reception was no better.

Star Wars video games: A visual history[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:02:46 GMT ]Star Wars is the most prolific franchise in gaming history. Its games —  88 if you include each expansion and arcade game — appear on every console and home computer and reach into every genre, from arcade shooter to strategy games.

Report: A fifth of Android apps expose private data[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:28:18 PDT ]Android apps expose data and could be used to place calls and send text messages without the user knowing it, SMobile says.

Four major holes in Google Voice[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:36:01 PDT ]Google has made its free voice service open to anyone in the U.S., but there are some major holes in the less-than-perfect product that Google can, should, and probably will (eventually) fix.

Microsoft adds music to Bing search results[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:00:00 PDT ]An update to Microsoft's search engine adds playable songs and lyrics to search results and expands the Zune Marketplace to the Web.

Microsoft shoots for the stars with Bing update[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:37:21 PDT ]Microsoft's search engine taps some LA star power to launch new entertainment features, including streaming music, casual games, and TV episodes.

Microsoft, Hollywood debate future of entertainment[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:46:20 PDT ]A collection of artists and technologists gathered Tuesday to discuss the many ways in which the entertainment industry has been radically shifted.

New uses for the iPad: Reading to the kids?[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:10:23 EDT ]In our household, we've had more than two full months to get used to Apple's iPad, the device Steve Jobs promised us was 9.7 inches of magical computing. And we're finding uses we never thought of before.

Tech tourism: 10 great geek destinations[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:31:23 EDT ]As summer approaches, our thoughts turn to taking a break. Rather than bring you boring beaches or tacky theme parks, we're planning pilgrimages for our inner-geek.

WikiLeaks may post new war video[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:06:05 EDT ]For a website devoted to exposing secrets, WikiLeaks.org is pretty good at keeping its own.

7th-graders discover mysterious cave on Mars[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:33:16 GMT ]Space.com: A group of seventh-graders in California has discovered a mysterious cave on Mars as part of a research project to study images taken by a NASA spacecraft orbiting the red planet.

7th-graders discover mysterious cave on Mars[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:33:16 GMT ]Space.com: A group of seventh-graders in California has discovered a mysterious cave on Mars as part of a research project to study images taken by a NASA spacecraft orbiting the red planet.

Puffy star looks like cosmic jellyfish[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:52:28 GMT ]Space.com: A new NASA photo of a star shedding its gassy layers bears a striking resemblance to a red jellyfish floating in a sea of green kelp. It is 35 times more massive than our sun.

Puffy star looks like cosmic jellyfish[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:52:28 GMT ]Space.com: A new NASA photo of a star shedding its gassy layers bears a striking resemblance to a red jellyfish floating in a sea of green kelp. It is 35 times more massive than our sun.

Famed fossil's 'great-grandfather' found[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:26:02 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists say they have found a partial skeleton from the same species as the famous fossil Lucy — but this one is 400,000 years older and better-suited for upright walking.

Famed fossil's 'great-grandfather' found[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:26:02 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists say they have found a partial skeleton from the same species as the famous fossil Lucy — but this one is 400,000 years older and better-suited for upright walking.

Some iPhone 4 pre-orders to arrive early[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:17:36 GMT ]Some customers who first pre-ordered an iPhone 4 last week are reporting that they received an e-mail from Apple stating their order will arrive one day earlier than expected, on Wednesday, June 23.

Some iPhone 4 pre-orders to arrive early[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:17:36 GMT ]Some customers who first pre-ordered an iPhone 4 last week are reporting that they received an e-mail from Apple stating their order will arrive one day earlier than expected, on Wednesday, June 23.

Star Wars video games: A visual history[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:02:46 GMT ]Star Wars is the most prolific franchise in gaming history. Its games —  88 if you include each expansion and arcade game — appear on every console and home computer and reach into every genre, from arcade shooter to strategy games.

Q&A search site Quora opens to everyone[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:34:42 PDT ]Social search venture co-founded by two Facebook engineers lets registered users ask or answer questions to tap into the information that people already have in their heads.

Star Wars video games: A visual history[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:02:46 GMT ]Star Wars is the most prolific franchise in gaming history. Its games —  88 if you include each expansion and arcade game — appear on every console and home computer and reach into every genre, from arcade shooter to strategy games.

FTC says current privacy laws aren't working[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:45:42 PDT ]In a preview of what may be in a forthcoming report, a senior FTC attorney says existing U.S. law unreasonably places "too much burden" on people to understand privacy policies.

FTC says current privacy laws aren't working[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:45:42 PDT ]In a preview of what may be in a forthcoming report, a senior FTC attorney says existing U.S. law unreasonably places "too much burden" on people to understand privacy policies.

Dyson delivers two larger blade-free fans[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:50:50 PDT ]After releasing two blade-free fans last year, Dyson has unveiled new larger--and more expensive models--the AM02 and AM03, both of which retail for $450.

Dyson delivers two larger blade-free fans[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:50:50 PDT ]After releasing two blade-free fans last year, Dyson has unveiled new larger--and more expensive models--the AM02 and AM03, both of which retail for $450.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/22: What is this?[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 6/22: What is this?[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Q&A search site Quora opens to everyone[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:34:42 PDT ]Social search venture co-founded by two Facebook engineers lets registered users ask or answer questions to tap into the information that people already have in their heads.

Biden to file sharers: 'piracy is theft'[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:50:09 PDT ]U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met with government's new IP enforcement coordinator and served notice that they are committed to putting pirate Webs sites out of business.

Biden to file sharers: 'piracy is theft'[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:50:09 PDT ]U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met with government's new IP enforcement coordinator and served notice that they are committed to putting pirate Webs sites out of business.

Tech tourism: 10 great geek destinations[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:31:23 EDT ]As summer approaches, our thoughts turn to taking a break. Rather than bring you boring beaches or tacky theme parks, we're planning pilgrimages for our inner-geek.

Tech tourism: 10 great geek destinations[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:31:23 EDT ]As summer approaches, our thoughts turn to taking a break. Rather than bring you boring beaches or tacky theme parks, we're planning pilgrimages for our inner-geek.

WikiLeaks may post new war video[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:06:05 EDT ]For a website devoted to exposing secrets, WikiLeaks.org is pretty good at keeping its own.

WikiLeaks may post new war video[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:06:05 EDT ]For a website devoted to exposing secrets, WikiLeaks.org is pretty good at keeping its own.

Finding new uses for the iPad[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:10:23 EDT ]In our household, we've had more than two full months to get used to Apple's iPad, the device Steve Jobs promised us was 9.7 inches of magical computing. And we're finding uses we never thought of before.

Finding new uses for the iPad[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:10:23 EDT ]In our household, we've had more than two full months to get used to Apple's iPad, the device Steve Jobs promised us was 9.7 inches of magical computing. And we're finding uses we never thought of before.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

X Prize cars get back on track[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 05:49:33 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Two dozen teams resume their race for a $10 million prize that rewards ultra-efficient automobiles. And this time, you'll be able to track their scores.

Cosmic Log: Supercars with style[ Tue, 22 Jun 2010 02:03:17 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The super-efficient cars of the future don't all have to look like glorified motorcycles. Take Illuminati Motor Works' swoopy Seven, for example.

7th-graders discover mysterious cave on Mars[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:33:16 GMT ]Space.com: A group of seventh-graders in California has discovered a mysterious cave on Mars as part of a research project to study images taken by a NASA spacecraft orbiting the red planet.

Famed fossil's 'great-grandfather' found[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:26:02 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists say they have found a partial skeleton from the same species as the famous fossil Lucy — but this one is 400,000 years older and better-suited for upright walking.

Geeks threatened by Pork Board over unicorn meat[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:52:33 PDT ]A 12-page cease and desist letter is sent to ThinkGeek.com over its April Fools' amusement, in which it tried to sell canned unicorn meat as "the new white meat."

New Opera security fixes kept close, for now[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:06:51 PDT ]Five new security fixes have been made to the stable version of Opera, but for safety reasons, the company has so far refused to elaborate on most of the repairs.

Apple advises users how location data can be used[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:39:05 PDT ]Privacy policy update notifies users that using location-based services means your location will be shared.

Intel, FTC in talks to settle antitrust claims[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:31:13 PDT ]Chip giant and the Federal Trade Commission file a legal motion to suspend trial proceedings.

Windows Live Messenger debuts on iPhone (hands-on)[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:00:56 PDT ]Microsoft's Windows Live Messenger app for iPhone gives social chatters multiple ways to check into their communication hubs. However, a problem with our account underscores that this app might not yet be all it can be.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 09:09:29 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

Microsoft 'future' school focuses on basics[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:35:36 EDT ]The world was watching in 2006 when the Microsoft-designed School of the Future opened in Philadelphia and attempted to reform education.

How to get TV through the internet[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:02 EDT ]Jonathan Strickland cut ties with his cable company a year ago, yet he continues to watch all his favorite TV shows. He has saved nearly $700 over the last year and, most importantly, he tasted the thrill of telling his cable provider to shove it.

Barnes & Noble launches cheaper Wi-Fi Nook[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:53:37 GMT ]Barnes & Noble cut the price on its original Nook electronic reader, undercutting its chief competitor, Amazon.com's Kindle, and will also offer a lower-price Nook with a Wi-Fi connection.

John Glenn to NASA: Keep shuttles flying[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:04:19 GMT ]Living legend John Glenn says America should keep flying its space shuttle fleet rather than paying Russia to haul Americans to and from the International Space Station.

New Agers, neo-pagans see Stonehenge solstice[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:51:36 GMT ]Thousands of New Agers and neo-pagans danced and whooped in delight Monday as a bright early morning sun rose above the ancient stone circle Stonehenge, marking the summer solstice.

John Glenn to NASA: Keep shuttles flying[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:04:19 GMT ]Living legend John Glenn says America should keep flying its space shuttle fleet rather than paying Russia to haul Americans to and from the International Space Station.

New Agers, neo-pagans see Stonehenge solstice[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:51:36 GMT ]Thousands of New Agers and neo-pagans danced and whooped in delight Monday as a bright early morning sun rose above the ancient stone circle Stonehenge, marking the summer solstice.

iPhone iOS 4 available for download today[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:56:41 GMT ]You won't get the new iPhone 4 until Thursday, but today you can download Apple's new iOS 4 operating system for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS, and second- and third-generation iPod Touch models, as well as for the iPad.

Barnes & Noble launches cheaper Wi-Fi Nook[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:53:37 GMT ]Barnes & Noble cut the price on its original Nook electronic reader, undercutting its chief competitor, Amazon.com's Kindle, and will also offer a lower-price Nook with a Wi-Fi connection.

iPhone iOS 4 available for download today[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:56:41 GMT ]You won't get the new iPhone 4 until Thursday, but today you can download Apple's new iOS 4 operating system for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS, and second- and third-generation iPod Touch models, as well as for the iPad.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

Deal brings $100 million for home solar financing[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:42:19 PDT ]Utility PG&E creates fund to let SunRun offer financing for installation of rooftop photovoltaic panels, a model that cuts the hefty upfront cost.

Deal brings $100 million for home solar financing[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:42:19 PDT ]Utility PG&E creates fund to let SunRun offer financing for installation of rooftop photovoltaic panels, a model that cuts the hefty upfront cost.

French regulators: Google snagged passwords, e-mail[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 07:32:54 PDT ]Privacy regulators in France determine that Google stored some people's e-mails and passwords when it was collecting data from unsecured Wi-Fi hot spots.

French regulators: Google snagged passwords, e-mail[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 07:32:54 PDT ]Privacy regulators in France determine that Google stored some people's e-mails and passwords when it was collecting data from unsecured Wi-Fi hot spots.

What's Adobe's 64-bit Flash plan?[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:10:56 PDT ]Adobe Systems pulled the plug on its only 64-bit version of Flash, an experimental version for Linux. But the project remains a "high priority."

What's Adobe's 64-bit Flash plan?[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:10:56 PDT ]Adobe Systems pulled the plug on its only 64-bit version of Flash, an experimental version for Linux. But the project remains a "high priority."

Report: FaceTime calls won't use wireless minutes[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:29:19 PDT ]Apple's FaceTime video-calling feature for the iPhone 4 will not cost users wireless minutes, according to Business Insider.

Report: FaceTime calls won't use wireless minutes[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:29:19 PDT ]Apple's FaceTime video-calling feature for the iPhone 4 will not cost users wireless minutes, according to Business Insider.

Loaded: Barnes & Noble adds Wi-Fi only Nook[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:46:30 PDT ]Apple's iOS comes out Monday, a poster for Facebook flick "The Social Network" hits the Web, and Barnes & Noble introduces a second, less expensive Nook e-reader.

Loaded: Barnes & Noble adds Wi-Fi only Nook[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:46:30 PDT ]Apple's iOS comes out Monday, a poster for Facebook flick "The Social Network" hits the Web, and Barnes & Noble introduces a second, less expensive Nook e-reader.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 09:09:29 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 09:09:29 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

Microsoft 'future' school focuses on basics[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:35:36 EDT ]The world was watching in 2006 when the Microsoft-designed School of the Future opened in Philadelphia and attempted to reform education.

Microsoft 'future' school focuses on basics[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:35:36 EDT ]The world was watching in 2006 when the Microsoft-designed School of the Future opened in Philadelphia and attempted to reform education.

How to get TV through the internet[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:02 EDT ]Jonathan Strickland cut ties with his cable company a year ago, yet he continues to watch all his favorite TV shows. He has saved nearly $700 over the last year and, most importantly, he tasted the thrill of telling his cable provider to shove it.

How to get TV through the internet[ Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:02 EDT ]Jonathan Strickland cut ties with his cable company a year ago, yet he continues to watch all his favorite TV shows. He has saved nearly $700 over the last year and, most importantly, he tasted the thrill of telling his cable provider to shove it.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

Antarctic glacier less stable, sub finds[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 22:28:53 GMT ]A yellow submarine has helped solve a puzzle about one of Antarctica's fastest-melting glaciers, adding to concerns about how climate change may push up world sea levels.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

First iPhone 4 camper ready and waiting (for fame)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:56:01 PDT ]A man in Dallas pitches his tent in the hope of being the first to score an iPhone 4.

Utah uses Twitter to announce execution[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:26:56 PDT ]Mark Shurtleff, attorney general of Utah, shows that he believes Twitter to be an appropriate way to announce his state has executed a convicted murderer.

'Social Network' poster, Web site unveiled[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:00:00 PDT ]The David Fincher-directed Facebook creation tale hits theaters this fall and its arrival is being heralded with posters that mimic Facebook's own interface.

A closer look at iPhone 4's coolest tech[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 09:20:26 PDT ]Three standout specs elevate Apple's next-generation smartphone above its predecessor.

Is Google far too much in love with engineering?[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 15:32:48 PDT ]Don Dodge, developer advocate at Google, says that even departments such as marketing and sales are mostly headed up by those with a background in engineering. Is that a good thing?

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 09:09:29 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

City leads way in crime-fighting technology[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 15:28:04 GMT ]East Orange, N.J. has fought one of the nation's highest crime rates in recent years with an arsenal of high-tech gadgets, from gunshot detection systems to software that can sift and analyze crime data almost instantaneously.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

City leads way in crime-fighting technology[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 15:28:04 GMT ]East Orange, N.J. has fought one of the nation's highest crime rates in recent years with an arsenal of high-tech gadgets, from gunshot detection systems to software that can sift and analyze crime data almost instantaneously.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

How the ancients celebrated the solstice[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:38:58 GMT ]The large stones erected at Stonehenge are aligned with the summer solstice sunrise, leading scholars to suggest a link to an ancient sun-worshipping culture. Read about other ways ancient cultures marked the solstices — the longest and shortest days of the year.

Hitachi humanoid rolls over floor junk, looks cute[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Hitachi has improved its Emiew robot so that it's more dynamically stable and understands speech better. What would you say to it?

'Social Network' poster, Web site unveiled[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:00:00 PDT ]The David Fincher-directed Facebook creation tale hits theaters this fall and its arrival is being heralded with posters that mimic Facebook's own interface.

Hitachi humanoid rolls over floor junk, looks cute[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Hitachi has improved its Emiew robot so that it's more dynamically stable and understands speech better. What would you say to it?

Report: Facebook '09 revenue near $800 million[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:15:27 PDT ]The privately held social-networking phenomenon raked in as much as $100 million more in revenue than previously estimated, a news report says.

Report: Facebook '09 revenue near $800 million[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:15:27 PDT ]The privately held social-networking phenomenon raked in as much as $100 million more in revenue than previously estimated, a news report says.

First iPhone 4 camper ready and waiting (for fame)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:56:01 PDT ]A man in Dallas pitches his tent in the hope of being the first to score an iPhone 4.

First iPhone 4 camper ready and waiting (for fame)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:56:01 PDT ]A man in Dallas pitches his tent in the hope of being the first to score an iPhone 4.

Utah uses Twitter to announce execution[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:26:56 PDT ]Mark Shurtleff, attorney general of Utah, shows that he believes Twitter to be an appropriate way to announce his state has executed a convicted murderer.

Utah uses Twitter to announce execution[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:26:56 PDT ]Mark Shurtleff, attorney general of Utah, shows that he believes Twitter to be an appropriate way to announce his state has executed a convicted murderer.

'Social Network' poster, Web site unveiled[ Sun, 20 Jun 2010 05:00:00 PDT ]The David Fincher-directed Facebook creation tale hits theaters this fall and its arrival is being heralded with posters that mimic Facebook's own interface.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:03:59 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:03:59 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

Altitude could cause soccer players to overshoot[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:38:20 GMT ]World Cup players might notice some strange things happening to their kicks because of the peculiar aerodynamics of playing soccer at the high altitude of the Johannesburg, South Africa, stadium, a NASA scientist warned today.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

The best video games to come[ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:49:36 GMT ]A flood of still-in-the-works video games were on display this week at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. From 3-D shooters to motion-sensing dancing games, these are the titles we can't wait to play.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell Studio XPS 7100, 2011 Infiniti M56x, and Samsung Messager Touch.

Hitachi humanoid rolls over floor junk, looks cute[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Hitachi has improved its Emiew robot so that it's more dynamically stable and understands speech better. What would you say to it?

Report: Facebook '09 revenues as high as $800 M[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:15:27 PDT ]The privately held social-networking phenomenon raked in as much as $100 million more in revenues than previously estimated, a news report says.

First iPhone 4 camper ready and waiting (for fame)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 13:56:01 PDT ]A man in Dallas pitches his tent in the hope of being the first to score an iPhone 4.

Utah uses Twitter to announce execution[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 14:26:56 PDT ]Mark Shurtleff, attorney general of Utah, shows that he believes Twitter to be an appropriate way to announce his state has executed a convicted murderer.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:03:59 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

The best video games to come[ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:49:36 GMT ]A flood of still-in-the-works video games were on display this week at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. From 3-D shooters to motion-sensing dancing games, these are the titles we can't wait to play.

Altitude could cause soccer players to overshoot[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:38:20 GMT ]World Cup players might notice some strange things happening to their kicks because of the peculiar aerodynamics of playing soccer at the high altitude of the Johannesburg, South Africa, stadium, a NASA scientist warned today.

Altitude could cause soccer players to overshoot[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:38:20 GMT ]World Cup players might notice some strange things happening to their kicks because of the peculiar aerodynamics of playing soccer at the high altitude of the Johannesburg, South Africa, stadium, a NASA scientist warned today.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

The best video games to come[ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:49:36 GMT ]A flood of still-in-the-works video games were on display this week at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. From 3-D shooters to motion-sensing dancing games, these are the titles we can't wait to play.

Showcase Live update: Tablets, slates, Netbooks[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:32:00 PDT ]Don't miss CNET's hands-on event and discussion on the newest in small and slim computing, featuring products from Apple, Archos, Asus, Nvidia, Panasonic, Samsung, and Toshiba.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

Working 'lightsaber' can set fire to your skin[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:40:40 PDT ]A Shanghai-based laser manufacturer produces a laser that it proudly declares to be "the most dangerous laser ever created." But what is it for?

Working 'lightsaber' can set fire to your skin[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:40:40 PDT ]A Shanghai-based laser manufacturer produces a laser that it proudly declares to be "the most dangerous laser ever created." But what is it for?

Showcase Live update: Tablets, slates, Netbooks[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:32:00 PDT ]Don't miss CNET's hands-on event and discussion on the newest in small and slim computing, featuring products from Apple, Archos, Asus, Nvidia, Panasonic, Samsung, and Toshiba.

Report: Environment worries to lift e-car sales[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Global sales of electric vehicles set to rise this year due to worries about security of oil supply, the environment, and fuel costs, says J.D. Power.

Report: Environment worries to lift e-car sales[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Global sales of electric vehicles set to rise this year due to worries about security of oil supply, the environment, and fuel costs, says J.D. Power.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell Studio XPS 7100, 2011 Infiniti M56x, and Samsung Messager Touch.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell Studio XPS 7100, 2011 Infiniti M56x, and Samsung Messager Touch.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:03:59 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

Hitachi humanoid rolls over floor junk, looks cute[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Hitachi has improved its Emiew robot so that it's more dynamically stable and understands speech better. What would you say to it?

Hitachi humanoid rolls over floor junk, looks cute[ Sat, 19 Jun 2010 07:00:00 PDT ]Hitachi has improved its Emiew robot so that it's more dynamically stable and understands speech better. What would you say to it?

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

It's not just teens who text and drive[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:46:19 EDT ]Adults are just as likely as teenagers to text while driving, according to a report released Friday by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.

Vuvuzela buzz infects app stores and Twitter[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:03:59 EDT ]The droning honk of the vuvuzela has become the real star of the World Cup -- and now the web.

New tech tries to kill the mouse, keyboard[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:10:35 EDT ]Goodbye computer mouse, keyboard and monitor.

Altitude could cause soccer players to overshoot[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:38:20 GMT ]World Cup players might notice some strange things happening to their kicks because of the peculiar aerodynamics of playing soccer at the high altitude of the Johannesburg, South Africa, stadium, a NASA scientist warned today.

U.S.-Slovenia match proves why soccer needs tech[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:50:51 GMT ]If this were American football, a bad call could be easily solved by just replaying the last 10 seconds of play. It's pretty simple. And that's exactly what soccer needs: Technology.

Adults text and drive, too, study finds[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 13:07:34 GMT ]Americans overwhelmingly think texting while driving is dangerous, but about half of cell users do it anyway, according to a new poll by the Pew Internet & American Life Project.

The best video games to come[ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:49:36 GMT ]A flood of still-in-the-works video games were on display this week at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. From 3-D shooters to motion-sensing dancing games, these are the titles we can't wait to play.

Cosmic Log: Oil-suckers running at full tilt[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:07:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: More than a million gallons of oil are being sucked up every day from the Gulf oil spill, but a lot of that will have to be burned for days to come.

Reporters' Roundtable: Wireless device security (podcast)[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:35:00 PDT ]Hear from security expert John Hering (Lookout Security) and CNET News reporter Elinor Mills on the current and future threats to your mobile data.

Apple quietly adds anti-malware in Snow Leopard update[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:36:12 PDT ]The company didn't mention anything about adding an anti-malware update to OS X 10.6.4, which it released on Tuesday, Sophos says.

A newbie's take on E3[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:16:18 PDT ]This year's E3 was a first for CNET reporter Josh Lowensohn. Was it all it was cracked up to be, or were there just too many moving parts?

Working 'lightsaber' can set fire to your skin[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:40:40 PDT ]A Shanghai-based laser manufacturer produces a laser that it proudly declares to be "the most dangerous laser ever created." But what is it for?

Showcase Live update: Tablets, slates, Netbooks[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:32:00 PDT ]Don't miss CNET's hands-on event and discussion on the newest in small and slim computing, featuring products from Apple, Archos, Asus, Nvidia, Panasonic, Samsung, and Toshiba.

Why you won't pay for Facebook[ Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:38:33 EDT ]Millions of Facebook addicts worldwide worry that someday soon they'll have to pay to use the site.