Collider court case finally closed[ Wed, 1 Sep 2010 01:33:25 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A federal appeals court has shot down a challenge to Europe's Large Hadron Collider that was based on claims it could destroy the world.

Bite-sized iPod Nano evidence grows[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:42:53 GMT ]Apple may be losing its knack for keeping secrets, as rumors of a tiny, square-shaped iPod Nano become more convincing by the day.

Amazon trying to offer subscription TV, movies[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:55:49 GMT ]Amazon.com Inc. is talking with major media companies about offering unlimited views of older TV shows and movies online, in an attempt to stay relevant as consumers flock to Apple Inc.'s iTunes a la carte store and Netflix Inc.'s all-you-can eat subscription plan.

For bonobo males, mom is best wingman[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:41:46 GMT ]To most human males, the thought of your mother anywhere near your sex life is probably horrifying. Not so for the bonobo, one of our closest primate relatives. A new study confirms that hanging out with mom boosts male bonobos' chances of getting intimate with a fertile female.

Researchers rescue Moore’s Law[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:43:42 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A new breed of memory device could keep the decades-long speedup in computer power going for decades longer, researchers say.

Live blog: Apple music event[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:40:23 PDT ]CNET will be covering Apple's yearly music event in San Francisco live, starting at 10 a.m. PDT Wednesday.

Report: Apple TV to launch with Netflix[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:59:54 PDT ]Bloomberg reports that when the Apple set-top box debuts, Netflix will be the featured digital-movie service.

Apple to stream music event--to Apple devices[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:54:18 PDT ]Apple announces that it will provide a live video stream of Wednesday's music event, but only to those who have Macs running OS X, an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch.

WSJ: ABC, Fox to rent 99-cent TV shows on iTunes[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:43:39 PDT ]For months we've heard Apple was pitching Hollywood studios to adopt a 99-cent rental fee for TV shows. According to the Journal, Disney and Fox have signed on.

Video experiment shows off HTML5 on Chrome[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:56:28 PDT ]Alongside Arcade Fire song "We Used To Wait," lots of pop-up windows and videos incorporating real street scenes from Google Street View are among the highlights of this crafty Chrome demo.

Can Apple maintain the iPod's relevance?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:51:14 EDT ]Long before the iPhone, the iPod was the device that helped transform Apple from computer company into a consumer electronics company.

Who says video games aren't art?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:12:49 EDT ]According to Merriam-Webster, the word "art" can be defined as "the conscious use of skill and creative imagination, especially in the production of aesthetic objects."

Gmail looks to clear clutter with Priority Inbox[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:11:54 EDT ]Gmail users who feel swamped by a virtual flood of messages will get some help sorting them out.

Making computer memory work like human brains[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:08:26 EDT ]How do computers remember things?

Foursquare, MTV to reward STD checkups with 'badge'[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:28:52 GMT ]You can "check in" to restaurants and bars, so how about health clinics while you get tested for sexually transmitted diseases?

Foursquare, MTV to reward STD checkups with 'badge'[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:28:52 GMT ]You can "check in" to restaurants and bars, so how about health clinics while you get tested for sexually transmitted diseases?

Satellite-watchers worry about China[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:54:55 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A strange set of Chinese satellite maneuvers has some experts worried, in large part because the Chinese haven't explained what's going on.

Satellite-watchers worry about China[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:54:55 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A strange set of Chinese satellite maneuvers has some experts worried, in large part because the Chinese haven't explained what's going on.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

HP to pay $55 million to settle kickback allegations[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:45:41 PDT ]Company's payment will close a Justice Department investigation into an alleged kickback scheme over government contracts.

Global Solar rolls out stick-on solar panels[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:51:38 PDT ]Flexible thin-film solar modules are designed to be glued to flat commercial rooftops or integrated directly into roofing membrane materials.

Hurricane Earl from space[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:09:55 GMT ]Astronaut Douglas H. Wheelcock just uploaded this stunning image of Hurricane Earl from space. He's aboard the International Space Station.

Hurricane Earl from space[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:09:55 GMT ]Astronaut Douglas H. Wheelcock just uploaded this stunning image of Hurricane Earl from space. He's aboard the International Space Station.

Cosmic Log: Prehistoric feasting hall found[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:10:06 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists find a cave in Israel that was clearly used for funerals and feasts 12,000 years ago, during a time when humans were just starting to settle down in villages.

Cosmic Log: Prehistoric feasting hall found[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:10:06 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists find a cave in Israel that was clearly used for funerals and feasts 12,000 years ago, during a time when humans were just starting to settle down in villages.

Mark Hurd to exit News Corp.'s board[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:35:03 PDT ]HP's former chief executive has not been nominated for re-election to News Corp.'s board of directors and will depart after the annual meeting on October 15.

Mark Hurd to exit News Corp.'s board[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:35:03 PDT ]HP's former chief executive has not been nominated for re-election to News Corp.'s board of directors and will depart after the annual meeting on October 15.

Study: music, not apps, rules iTunes[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:10:26 PDT ]Study shows iPod and iPhone users still more likely to spend on music than on apps. But for how much longer?

Study: music, not apps, rules iTunes[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:10:26 PDT ]Study shows iPod and iPhone users still more likely to spend on music than on apps. But for how much longer?

HP to pay $55 million to settle kickback allegations[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:45:41 PDT ]Company's payment will close a Justice Department investigation into an alleged kickback scheme over government contracts.

Global Solar rolls out stick-on solar panels[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:51:38 PDT ]Flexible thin-film solar modules are designed to be glued to flat commercial rooftops or integrated directly into roofing membrane materials.

Priority Inbox sorts Gmail[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:35:35 PDT ]MySpace concedes in the war with Facebook by offering syncing, rumors suggest that iTunes song previews will double in length to 60 seconds, and Gmail's Priority Inbox will categorize your e-mails.

Priority Inbox sorts Gmail[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:35:35 PDT ]MySpace concedes in the war with Facebook by offering syncing, rumors suggest that iTunes song previews will double in length to 60 seconds, and Gmail's Priority Inbox will categorize your e-mails.

The YouTube hit you won't hear on radio[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:05:18 EDT ]The soul and hip-hop singer Cee Lo Green has a penchant for beautiful music with a dark subtext.

The YouTube hit you won't hear on radio[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:05:18 EDT ]The soul and hip-hop singer Cee Lo Green has a penchant for beautiful music with a dark subtext.

Can Apple maintain the iPod's relevance?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:08:28 EDT ]Long before the iPhone, the iPod was the device that helped transform Apple from computer company into a consumer electronics company.

Can Apple maintain the iPod's relevance?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:08:28 EDT ]Long before the iPhone, the iPod was the device that helped transform Apple from computer company into a consumer electronics company.

Who says video games aren't art?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:12:49 EDT ]According to Merriam-Webster, the word "art" can be defined as "the conscious use of skill and creative imagination, especially in the production of aesthetic objects."

Who says video games aren't art?[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:12:49 EDT ]According to Merriam-Webster, the word "art" can be defined as "the conscious use of skill and creative imagination, especially in the production of aesthetic objects."

Gmail looks to clear clutter with Priority Inbox[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:11:54 EDT ]Gmail users who feel swamped by a virtual flood of messages will get some help sorting them out.

Gmail looks to clear clutter with Priority Inbox[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:11:54 EDT ]Gmail users who feel swamped by a virtual flood of messages will get some help sorting them out.

Backup plan devised to salvage ailing satellite[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:52:54 GMT ]A propulsion system glitch aboard the U.S. Air Force's first Advanced Extremely High Frequency secure communications satellite has forced the service to devise a new orbit-raising plan utilizing smaller thrusters that will delay the craft's arrival at its operating orbit by six months to seven months, according to a service official.

Plans for manned asteroid mission gains ground[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:37:24 GMT ]Plans for sending humans to visit an asteroid are heating up, with at least one company already scoping out the technological essentials for a deep space expedition within a decade, given the go-ahead.

Satellite-watchers worry about China[ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:54:55 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A strange set of Chinese satellite maneuvers has some experts worried, in large part because the Chinese haven't explained what's going on.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Cosmic Log: Prehistoric feasting hall found[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:10:06 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Archaeologists find a cave in Israel that was clearly used for funerals and feasts 12,000 years ago, during a time when humans were just starting to settle down in villages.

Unmanned seaplane shape-shifts to fly steadily[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:15:05 PDT ]The EUREKA E! 3931 ASARP project is testing a UAV whose wing and tail tabs move to counteract wind in the hopes that it can improve maritime search-and-rescue operations.

NASA brings historical photos to Flickr Commons[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:40:00 PDT ]NASA and the Internet Archive have agreed to bring historic photos related to the space organization to Flickr Commons.

Why Skype is perfect for Cisco[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:47:08 PDT ]Skype and Cisco Systems could be a match made in heaven. Cisco is reportedly courting Skype, which plans to go public sometime this fall.

NASA moves historic images into Flickr archives (photos)[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:40:53 PDT ]In a collaboration between NASA, Flickr, and the Internet Archive, dozens of historic space images are getting more public exposure.

Double rainbow at Burning Man: 'What does it mean?'[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:30:28 PDT ]Rain and sun at the famous arts festival inspired a large-scale and spontaneous recitation of the famous "Double Rainbow" meme.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Chatroulette is back, but is it less raunchy?[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:45:36 EDT ]Chatroulette, the controversial website that offers random video chat with strangers, was back Monday after being down for more than a week for promised improvements.

The YouTube hit you won't hear on radio[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:05:18 EDT ]The soul and hip-hop singer Cee Lo Green has a penchant for beautiful music with a dark subtext.

Facebook feeds narcissism, survey says[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:16:54 EDT ]In a rather small survey conducted by a young psychologist, Facebook was shown to have some interesting correlations with self-esteem and narcissism in young adults.

BlackBerry to offer India access: govt source[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:16:31 GMT ]BlackBerry maker Research in Motion will give the Indian government access to encrypted data from September 1, while the Indian home ministry wants BlackBerry, Google and Skype to set up servers in India, a government source familiar with the matter said Monday.

Chronic hipsterism pwned the dinosaurs[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:39:52 GMT ]That's the awesome hypothesis one might draw from "Hipster Dinosaurs," a TwitPic series by YouTube-famous ukulele artist Molly Lewis .

Chronic hipsterism pwned the dinosaurs[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:39:52 GMT ]That's the awesome hypothesis one might draw from "Hipster Dinosaurs," a TwitPic series by YouTube-famous ukulele artist Molly Lewis .

BlackBerry to offer India access: govt source[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:16:31 GMT ]BlackBerry maker Research in Motion will give the Indian government access to encrypted data from September 1, while the Indian home ministry wants BlackBerry, Google and Skype to set up servers in India, a government source familiar with the matter said Monday.

Israeli researchers find ancient disposable cutlery[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:48:24 GMT ]Israeli archaeologists believe thousands of ancient shards of flint found scattered around a fire pit in a cave near Tel Aviv might be the world's oldest known disposable knives.

Israeli researchers find ancient disposable cutlery[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:48:24 GMT ]Israeli archaeologists believe thousands of ancient shards of flint found scattered around a fire pit in a cave near Tel Aviv might be the world's oldest known disposable knives.

Internet wiping out printed Oxford Dictionary[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:55:45 GMT ]It's been in print for over a century, but in future the Oxford English Dictionary — the authoritative guide to the English language — may only be available to peruse online.

Angry Digg users flood homepage with Reddit links[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:32:21 PDT ]Frustrated with the dramatic changes that have hit the social news site, longtime users are expressing their dissatisfaction by attempting to carpet-bomb the front page with links to rival site Reddit.

Internet wiping out printed Oxford Dictionary[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:55:45 GMT ]It's been in print for over a century, but in future the Oxford English Dictionary — the authoritative guide to the English language — may only be available to peruse online.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Kior lands state loan to make 'biocrude' from wood[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:08:29 PDT ]Biofuel company Kior gets $75 million loan from Mississippi to scale up its catalyst-based process for turning biomass into gasoline or diesel fuel.

Kior lands state loan to make 'biocrude' from wood[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:08:29 PDT ]Biofuel company Kior gets $75 million loan from Mississippi to scale up its catalyst-based process for turning biomass into gasoline or diesel fuel.

AMD drops the ATI brand[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:24:54 PDT ]Rumors suggest that Apple will unveil a significantly smaller iPod Nano sans a clickwheel, YouTube may get movie rentals, and AMD is nixing the ATI brand best known for its Radeon graphics chips.

AMD drops the ATI brand[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:24:54 PDT ]Rumors suggest that Apple will unveil a significantly smaller iPod Nano sans a clickwheel, YouTube may get movie rentals, and AMD is nixing the ATI brand best known for its Radeon graphics chips.

RIM sidesteps BlackBerry ban in India[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:29:44 PDT ]Indian officials say they will not ban BlackBerry services while they evaluate solutions that would allow them to satisfy security requirements.

RIM sidesteps BlackBerry ban in India[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:29:44 PDT ]Indian officials say they will not ban BlackBerry services while they evaluate solutions that would allow them to satisfy security requirements.

Angry Digg users flood homepage with Reddit links[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:32:21 PDT ]Frustrated with the dramatic changes that have hit the social news site, longtime users are expressing their dissatisfaction by attempting to carpet-bomb the front page with links to rival site Reddit.

3M to buy biometrics firm Cogent for $943 million[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:35:17 PDT ]Cogent, which sells biometric ID systems to governments, law enforcement, and businesses, will be swallowed up by the massive conglomerate.

3M to buy biometrics firm Cogent for $943 million[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:35:17 PDT ]Cogent, which sells biometric ID systems to governments, law enforcement, and businesses, will be swallowed up by the massive conglomerate.

Facebook feeds narcissism, survey says[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:16:54 EDT ]In a rather small survey conducted by a young psychologist, Facebook was shown to have some interesting correlations with self-esteem and narcissism in young adults.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:37:05 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:37:05 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

Mobile maps make apartment-hunting easier[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:07:57 EDT ]Hunting for apartments can be exhausting and confusing, but you can make it a bit easier with the help of Google Maps on your smartphone.

Mobile maps make apartment-hunting easier[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:07:57 EDT ]Hunting for apartments can be exhausting and confusing, but you can make it a bit easier with the help of Google Maps on your smartphone.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Facebook feeds narcissism, survey says[ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 10:16:54 EDT ]In a rather small survey conducted by a young psychologist, Facebook was shown to have some interesting correlations with self-esteem and narcissism in young adults.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Internet wiping out printed Oxford Dictionary[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:55:45 GMT ]It's been in print for over a century, but in future the Oxford English Dictionary — the authoritative guide to the English language — may only be available to peruse online.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

DOJ seeking more info on Google-ITA deal[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:14:32 PDT ]The search giant is experiencing a delay in acquiring ITA, which provides software for plane fare comparison sites such as Orbitz.

USA Today gets makeover for mobile world[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:01:54 PDT ]In a major restructuring, the news-gathering organization will break up its news room and de-emphasize print to focus on tablets, smartphones, and other digital platforms.

iPad, iPhone, notebook, Netbook: A gadget glut?[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 10:53:46 PDT ]Just the right number of gadgets and computers can enhance productivity, but there is a tipping point when too many gadgets hinder rather than help productivity.

Will tech always be a boys 'n' toys club?[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 12:58:06 PDT ]Controversy swirls around whether tech excludes both women and those of an advanced age. If true, will this always be the case? Or will the tech world become a little more inclusive?

Report: Google in talks for movie rental service[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 16:56:32 PDT ]Google is looking to jump-start its fledgling movie rental service with titles from Hollywood's major studios, according to a report in the Financial Times.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:37:05 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Internet wiping out printed Oxford Dictionary[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:55:45 GMT ]It's been in print for over a century, but in future the Oxford English Dictionary — the authoritative guide to the English language — may only be available to peruse online.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Internet wiping out printed Oxford Dictionary[ Sun, 29 Aug 2010 15:55:45 GMT ]It's been in print for over a century, but in future the Oxford English Dictionary — the authoritative guide to the English language — may only be available to peruse online.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Yahoo's head of social platforms leaves for eBay[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:20:41 PDT ]Less than a week after Communications Products Head Jason Titus bid Yahoo good-bye, the company's VP for social platforms, Neal Sample, follows suit.

USA Today gets makeover for mobile world[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:01:54 PDT ]In a major restructuring, the news-gathering organization will break up its news room and deemphasize print to focus on tablets, smartphones, and other digital platforms.

Woman puts cat in bin, Web strikes back[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:00:00 PDT ]After the members of 4Chan expose a British woman who put a cat in a trash bin for 15 hours, the Web excoriates her so much that she has to go into hiding.

Woman puts cat in bin, Web strikes back[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:00:00 PDT ]After the members of 4Chan expose a British woman who put a cat in a trash bin for 15 hours, the Web excoriates her so much that she has to go into hiding.

Yahoo's head of social platforms leaves for eBay[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:20:41 PDT ]Less than a week after Communications Products Head Jason Titus bid Yahoo good-bye, the company's VP for social platforms, Neal Sample, follows suit.

Einstein would have used a Mac. Lennon, too.[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:58:32 PDT ]In a vintage video clip, Apple's iconic CEO, Steve Jobs, kicks off the company's spectacular comeback by introducing the Think Different campaign. And he does it in shorts and sandals.

Einstein would have used a Mac. Lennon, too.[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:58:32 PDT ]In a vintage video clip, Apple's iconic CEO, Steve Jobs, kicks off the company's spectacular comeback by introducing the Think Different campaign. And he does it in shorts and sandals.

DOJ seeking more info on Google-ITA deal[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:14:32 PDT ]The search giant is experiencing a delay in acquiring ITA, which provides software for plane fare comparison sites such as Orbitz.

DOJ seeking more info on Google-ITA deal[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:14:32 PDT ]The search giant is experiencing a delay in acquiring ITA, which provides software for plane fare comparison sites such as Orbitz.

USA Today gets makeover for mobile world[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:01:54 PDT ]In a major restructuring, the news-gathering organization will break up its news room and deemphasize print to focus on tablets, smartphones, and other digital platforms.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Five issues still facing the Gulf Coast post-Katrina[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:29:22 GMT ]Five years after Katrina, much has been done to help bolster the Gulf Coast against devastation if another Katrina comes along. Still, problems remain, many tied to Mother Nature.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Woman puts cat in bin, Web strikes back[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:00:00 PDT ]After the members of 4Chan expose a British woman who put a cat in a trash bin for 15 hours, the Web excoriates her so much that she has to go into hiding.

Yahoo's head of social platforms leaves for eBay[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 12:20:41 PDT ]Less than a week after Communications Products Head Jason Titus bid Yahoo good-bye, the company's VP for social platforms, Neal Sample, follows suit.

Einstein would have used a Mac. Lennon, too.[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:58:32 PDT ]In a vintage video clip, Apple's iconic CEO, Steve Jobs, kicks off the company's spectacular comeback by introducing the Think Different campaign. And he does it in shorts and sandals.

DOJ seeking more info on Google-ITA deal[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:14:32 PDT ]The search giant is experiencing a delay in acquiring ITA, which provides software for plane fare comparison sites such as Orbitz.

USA Today gets makeover for mobile world[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:01:54 PDT ]In a major restructuring, the news-gathering organization will break up its news room and deemphasize print to focus on tablets, smartphones, and other digital platforms.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Five issues still facing the Gulf Coast post-Katrina[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:29:22 GMT ]Five years after Katrina, much has been done to help bolster the Gulf Coast against devastation if another Katrina comes along. Still, problems remain, many tied to Mother Nature.

Five issues still facing the Gulf Coast post-Katrina[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:29:22 GMT ]Five years after Katrina, much has been done to help bolster the Gulf Coast against devastation if another Katrina comes along. Still, problems remain, many tied to Mother Nature.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Takeoff in Boeing's 787 simulator (video)[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:44:00 PDT ]CNET took a ride in the full flight simulator for Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft in Renton, Wash. Catch a glimpse of our virtual flight.

Takeoff in Boeing's 787 simulator (video)[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:44:00 PDT ]CNET took a ride in the full flight simulator for Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft in Renton, Wash. Catch a glimpse of our virtual flight.

'LOL is this you?' spam spreading via Facebook chat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:53:23 PDT ]Spam message, which Facebook says it's looking into, is similar to ones used on Twitter earlier this year.

'LOL is this you?' spam spreading via Facebook chat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:53:23 PDT ]Spam message, which Facebook says it's looking into, is similar to ones used on Twitter earlier this year.

Kokoro shows off its latest android Actroid F[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Tokyo entertainment firm Kokoro shows off its latest fembot, Actroid F, in a PR video. The lifelike android is slated to go on sale to work as a receptionist or hospital worker.

Kokoro shows off its latest android Actroid F[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Tokyo entertainment firm Kokoro shows off its latest fembot, Actroid F, in a PR video. The lifelike android is slated to go on sale to work as a receptionist or hospital worker.

Canon recrafting supertelephoto lens lineup[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]A major lens overhaul yields two new supertelephoto lenses and two prototypes. The SLR powerhouse clearly wants to keep pro shooters from defecting to Nikon.

Canon recrafting supertelephoto lens lineup[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]A major lens overhaul yields two new supertelephoto lenses and two prototypes. The SLR powerhouse clearly wants to keep pro shooters from defecting to Nikon.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2011 Audi A8, the newest Amazon Kindle, and the Nikon Coolpix S6000.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the 2011 Audi A8, the newest Amazon Kindle, and the Nikon Coolpix S6000.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Five issues still facing the Gulf Coast post-Katrina[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:29:22 GMT ]Five years after Katrina, much has been done to help bolster the Gulf Coast against devastation if another Katrina comes along. Still, problems remain, many tied to Mother Nature.

Hey Cat Bin Lady! Here's 100 ways to love a cat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:07:06 GMT ]There 100 ways to love a cat, according to a new YouTube video. And not one of them includes dumping it in a wheelie bin.

Microsoft's $1B smart phone bet? That's chump change[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:34:32 GMT ]Microsoft is rapidly developing Windows Phone 7, a smart phone platform to compete with iPhone, Android and BlackBerry. The launch will probably cost the company at least a billion dollars. But is that enough? Let's look at what a billion really means in the wireless business.

Cosmic Log: Tour the solar system ... on Earth[ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:42:31 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: One of the wonderful things about "Wonders of the Solar System" is that the TV series shows off the wonders of Earth as well as the cosmos.

Slideshow: Great views from outer space[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:49 GMT ]Get an astronaut's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef and see other space highlights from August 2010.

Cricket Wireless looks to go national[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:49:21 PDT ]Cricket Wireless exec Al Moschner dropped by CNET's offices to talk efforts to go national, growth in prepaid, an impending music service, and cheaper data plans

Inside the 787 simulator[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:19:05 PDT ]CNET takes a ride in Boeing's 787 simulator.

Changes and fixes coming to Digg's redesign[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:22:53 PDT ]The new Digg is out for everyone, but a few things went awry or missing along the way. Founder Kevin Rose has come out with a laundry list of the problems, fixes.

Takeoff in Boeing's 787 simulator (video)[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:44:00 PDT ]CNET took a ride in the full flight simulator for Boeing's 787 Dreamliner aircraft in Renton, Wash. Catch a glimpse of our virtual flight.

'LOL is this you?' spam spreading via Facebook chat[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:53:23 PDT ]Spam message, which Facebook says it's looking into, is similar to ones used on Twitter earlier this year.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

Why you need a 'zombie apocalypse' phone[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT ]You know it will happen someday: Zombies are chasing you down the street, groaning for your blood. You've been holed up for a week, and there's spotty cell service. It sure would be handy to request an emergency ammo drop from the black-helicopter guys.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Older adults are flocking to social networks[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:27:30 GMT ]Pew study says Facebook and Twitter use by those ages 50 and older nearly doubled in the past year, going from 22 percent in April 2009 to 42 percent in May 2010.

Cosmic Log: Planets spotted in changing orbits[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:54:01 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Kepler planet-hunting probe has spotted a system where two giant planets are locked in constantly changing orbits — with a super-Earth potentially pinned down in the crossfire.

Cosmic Log: Planets spotted in changing orbits[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:54:01 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Kepler planet-hunting probe has spotted a system where two giant planets are locked in constantly changing orbits — with a super-Earth potentially pinned down in the crossfire.

Female whale sharks save sperm, study suggests[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:50:49 GMT ]The giant whale shark is an elusive quarry for study, especially when it comes to spotting the spotted sharks' mating and breeding. But a new analysis of rare whale shark embryos suggests that females may save up sperm after mating, queuing up multiple litters of the filter-feeding fish.

Female whale sharks save sperm, study suggests[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:50:49 GMT ]The giant whale shark is an elusive quarry for study, especially when it comes to spotting the spotted sharks' mating and breeding. But a new analysis of rare whale shark embryos suggests that females may save up sperm after mating, queuing up multiple litters of the filter-feeding fish.

Older adults are flocking to social networks[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:27:30 GMT ]Pew study says Facebook and Twitter use by those ages 50 and older nearly doubled in the past year, going from 22 percent in April 2009 to 42 percent in May 2010.

UFO book based on questionable foundation[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:10:08 GMT ]A new book is causing a fresh buzz over a long list of sightings of unidentified flying objects, but the book's claims are based on a questionable assumption: that airline pilots make the best witnesses of unidentified flying objects. Commentary by NBC News' James Oberg.

UFO book based on questionable foundation[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:10:08 GMT ]A new book is causing a fresh buzz over a long list of sightings of unidentified flying objects, but the book's claims are based on a questionable assumption: that airline pilots make the best witnesses of unidentified flying objects. Commentary by NBC News' James Oberg.

The 10 greatest (accidental) inventions of all time[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:02:16 GMT ]"Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits," Thomas Edison once said. But is hustling all it takes? Is progress always deliberate? Sometimes genius arrives not by choice—but by chance. Below are our ten favorite serendipitous innovations.

The 10 greatest (accidental) inventions of all time[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:02:16 GMT ]"Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits," Thomas Edison once said. But is hustling all it takes? Is progress always deliberate? Sometimes genius arrives not by choice—but by chance. Below are our ten favorite serendipitous innovations.

Netflix soars as Blockbuster plans bankruptcy[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:52:09 PDT ]Blockbuster was a cornerstone entertainment company for twenty years, but leaders plan to file bankruptcy soon. Is this the Netflix era?

Netflix soars as Blockbuster plans bankruptcy[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:52:09 PDT ]Blockbuster was a cornerstone entertainment company for twenty years, but leaders plan to file bankruptcy soon. Is this the Netflix era?

Solar lamp, water filter aimed at India's poor[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]The Sollys solar lamp and Sheba water filter are designed to help people in India who live without electricity and clean water.

Solar lamp, water filter aimed at India's poor[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]The Sollys solar lamp and Sheba water filter are designed to help people in India who live without electricity and clean water.

Week in review: Dark tech days ahead?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]Intel's chief executive issues a pessimistic outlook, as Gmail dials up voice calls. Also: HP versus Dell.

Week in review: Dark tech days ahead?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]Intel's chief executive issues a pessimistic outlook, as Gmail dials up voice calls. Also: HP versus Dell.

Google in real-time[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:07:27 PDT ]Target and Best Buy want your old and used games, Lenovo is coming out with a motion control console in China, and a new Google search gives you up to updated news on any subject.

Google in real-time[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:07:27 PDT ]Target and Best Buy want your old and used games, Lenovo is coming out with a motion control console in China, and a new Google search gives you up to updated news on any subject.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

Intel says third-quarter revenue below guidance[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:40:05 PDT ]Revenue for the current three-month period is being squeezed by weaker than expected demand for consumer PCs in "mature" markets, the chipmaker says.

Intel says third-quarter revenue below guidance[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:40:05 PDT ]Revenue for the current three-month period is being squeezed by weaker than expected demand for consumer PCs in "mature" markets, the chipmaker says.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

Meet an 'origami'-like folding yacht[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:18:15 EDT ]At first glance it may look more like a black box than a millionaire's play pen, but "unfold" this superyacht and a world of luxury and opulence is unveiled.

Meet an 'origami'-like folding yacht[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 07:18:15 EDT ]At first glance it may look more like a black box than a millionaire's play pen, but "unfold" this superyacht and a world of luxury and opulence is unveiled.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

What will 'Social Network' do for Facebook?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:10:41 EDT ]They're everywhere here: on the sides of buses and along the walls of subway stations, posters for the upcoming film "The Social Network" bearing little else than the three words "PUNK, BILLIONAIRE, GENIUS" and a partial headshot of lead actor Jesse Eisenberg.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Older users flocking to Facebook, Twitter[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:21:04 EDT ]Nancy Ehrlich was nearing 50 and frustrated, teaching at her small Pennsylvania town's elementary school with colleagues who didn't share her love of technology.

What's next for 'check-in' apps?[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:44:49 EDT ]Seth Priebatsch was at a burrito joint in Boston recently when a message popped up on his smartphone from an app called SCVNGR.

Cosmic Log: How to create space vomit[ Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:05:49 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: It takes a whole team of white-coated NASA researchers to come up with just the right mix for artificial space vomit.

"Cat Bin Lady's" Internet infamy grows[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:14:16 GMT ]The infamous "Bin Cat Lady" of Britain inspired Facebook groups, a faux Twitter account and at least one saterical video, "Revenge of the Cat."

L.A. Zoo is home to 22 baby Komodo dragons[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 23:48:14 GMT ]Twenty-two Komodo dragons have hatched at the Los Angeles Zoo this month, giving a modest boost to the world's endangered population.

Beware the smart phone data plan con[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:10:34 GMT ]While it may seem obvious that the true cost of your smart phone is its sticker price plus service, it pays to sit down, read the fine print, and calculate it out. You may be surprised how much you can save — or end up in the hole.

Cosmic Log: Planets spotted in changing orbits[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:54:01 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Kepler planet-hunting probe has spotted a system where two giant planets are locked in constantly changing orbits — with a super-Earth potentially pinned down in the crossfire.

H.264: Free forever for free video streaming[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:53:03 PDT ]The video encoding technology has been free to use for those sending free video over the Web. MPEG LA declares it won't charge for that after 2015--or ever.

Playboy gets into gaming with Poisonville[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:15:57 PDT ]In an attempt to tap men 18-35, the bunny company is bringing its brand and its babes to a browser near you.

Flying a simulated Boeing Dreamliner (photos)[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:46:22 PDT ]Days after it received FAA approval to begin pilot training for the new 787 Dreamliner, Boeing shows its 787 simulator and training facility.

$2 billion ISS experiment delivered for shuttle launch[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:32:07 PDT ]A $2 billion particle detector bound for the International Space Station aboard the final planned shuttle mission is delivered to the Kennedy Space Center after work to replace a magnet at the heart of the device.

Inside Boeing's newest aircraft (photos)[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:33:04 PDT ]CNET visits Boeing's Customer Experience Center in Renton, Wash., to view mockups of the company's latest aircraft.

Parents, do you know what these texts mean?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:29 EDT ]Do you know what this means: %*@:-( ? Or this: ~~#ZZZZZZ ? If the answers are no, you're not a teenager who uses alcohol or drugs.

What does your 'digital reflection' show?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:48:52 EDT ]Managing your internet appearance means much more than just touching up your profile pictures on Facebook and new software is being developed to show you exactly how you seem to others.

The new Digg: Don't believe the snipe[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:15:05 EDT ]Social news site Digg this week launched a major new version that seeks to change the way we consume news radically.

Google: 1 million Gmail calls on first day[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:39:33 EDT ]Google Wave and Google Buzz may have had troubles attracting usage, but the new ability to place calls from Gmail appears to have caught on quickly.

MIT unveils swimming, oil-cleaning robots[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:05:44 EDT ]Here's a new way of looking at oil spill clean-up: Forget the big ships, massive work crews and hefty price tags.

In post-Katrina era, floods will still win[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:36:59 GMT ]New Orleans has only gradually resurrected itself after the city drowned five years ago this week following Hurricane Katrina. That process echoes an unpleasantly familiar drama that has played out countless times around the world during human history.

First cannibals ate each other for extra nutrition[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:25:38 GMT ]The world's first known human cannibals ate each other to satisfy their nutritional needs, concludes a new study of the remains of cannibal feasts consumed about one million years ago.

Facebook game 'I Woo You' will not woo you[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:41:52 GMT ]This new dating game from MTV is a good example of what's wrong with Facebook games.

Facebook game 'I Woo You' will not woo you[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:41:52 GMT ]This new dating game from MTV is a good example of what's wrong with Facebook games.

In post-Katrina era, floods will still win[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:36:59 GMT ]New Orleans has only gradually resurrected itself after the city drowned five years ago this week following Hurricane Katrina. That process echoes an unpleasantly familiar drama that has played out countless times around the world during human history.

Aquanauts living on ocean floor come up for air[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:48:20 GMT ]University of North Carolina Wilmington grad students and technicians have been living deep under water for nine days in the only seafloor laboratory and habitat in the world.

Aquanauts living on ocean floor come up for air[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:48:20 GMT ]University of North Carolina Wilmington grad students and technicians have been living deep under water for nine days in the only seafloor laboratory and habitat in the world.

First cannibals ate each other for extra nutrition[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:25:38 GMT ]The world's first known human cannibals ate each other to satisfy their nutritional needs, concludes a new study of the remains of cannibal feasts consumed about one million years ago.

Beware the smart phone data plan con[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:32:06 GMT ]While it may seem obvious that the true cost of your smart phone is its sticker price plus service, it pays to sit down, read the fine print, and calculate it out. You may be surprised how much you can save — or end up in the hole.

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Beware the smart phone data plan con[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:32:06 GMT ]While it may seem obvious that the true cost of your smart phone is its sticker price plus service, it pays to sit down, read the fine print, and calculate it out. You may be surprised how much you can save — or end up in the hole.

Sony: Expect game discs for at least 10 years[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:17:29 PDT ]Sony Computer Entertainment's CEO says that downloads won't be replacing physical game discs anytime soon.

Sony: Expect game discs for at least 10 years[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:17:29 PDT ]Sony Computer Entertainment's CEO says that downloads won't be replacing physical game discs anytime soon.

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Road Trip Pic of the Week 8/26: Who is this?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know who this is and where she's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Week challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Week 8/26: Who is this?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:30:00 PDT ]If you know who this is and where she's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Week challenge.

California approves giant thermal solar plant[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:34:22 PDT ]Beacon Solar Energy is the first of perhaps many such plants to be approved before federal incentives expire at end of 2010.

California approves giant thermal solar plant[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:34:22 PDT ]Beacon Solar Energy is the first of perhaps many such plants to be approved before federal incentives expire at end of 2010.

Women, minorities biggest cellphone users[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:17:50 EDT ]Women text and talk on their mobile phones more than men.

Red Hat adds to its cloud appeal[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:36:27 PDT ]Company works to extend its cloud leadership with a slew of announcements. But when will someone make this cloud stuff easier to consume?

Red Hat adds to its cloud appeal[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:36:27 PDT ]Company works to extend its cloud leadership with a slew of announcements. But when will someone make this cloud stuff easier to consume?

Women, minorities biggest cellphone users[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:17:50 EDT ]Women text and talk on their mobile phones more than men.

iTunes to rent TV shows for 99 cents?[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:18:09 EDT ]In a move that could further popularize online and mobile video, Apple's iTunes store this fall may begin renting TV programming to viewers for 99 cents per episode, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

iTunes to rent TV shows for 99 cents?[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:18:09 EDT ]In a move that could further popularize online and mobile video, Apple's iTunes store this fall may begin renting TV programming to viewers for 99 cents per episode, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

17 states ask Craigslist to cut adult ads[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:10:19 EDT ]Attorneys general in 17 states have banded together to call on Craigslist, the online classified ad website, to discontinue its adult services section.

17 states ask Craigslist to cut adult ads[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:10:19 EDT ]Attorneys general in 17 states have banded together to call on Craigslist, the online classified ad website, to discontinue its adult services section.

MIT unveils swimming, oil-cleaning robots[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:18:58 EDT ]Here's a new way of looking at oil spill clean-up: Forget the big ships, massive work crews and hefty price tags.

MIT unveils swimming, oil-cleaning robots[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:18:58 EDT ]Here's a new way of looking at oil spill clean-up: Forget the big ships, massive work crews and hefty price tags.

What lies beyond ‘What the Bleep’?[ Thu, 26 Aug 2010 01:50:00 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: JZ Knight — one of the prominent players behind the science-meets-self-actualization movie "What the Bleep Do We Know!?" — discusses what lies ahead for her and for Ramtha, the 35,000-year-old warrior spirit she says she channels.

Harry Potter-style wand conjures big money[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:08:53 GMT ]The Kymera wand buttonless remote control claims no direct affiliation with J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter empire, but there's a reason it's selling like pumpkin pasties on the Hogwarts Express.

Pea-sized frog rates among world’s tiniest[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:08:02 GMT ]One of the tiniest frogs in the world, and the smallest ever seen outside of North and South America, has been discovered in the forests of the Southeast Asian island of Borneo

Apple likely to announce iPods, iTV, new iTunes on Sept. 1[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:05:38 GMT ]Apple surprised industry insiders Wednesday afternoon with an invitation to its exclusive event at the Yerba Center for the Arts Theater in San Francisco on Sept. 1, where the company is expected to announce its next hot list of toys.

Facebook game 'I Woo You' will not woo you[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:41:52 GMT ]This new dating game from MTV is a good example of what's wrong with Facebook games.

Biosynthetic corneas help restore light--and sight[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:08:29 PDT ]More than a decade of work in Canada and Sweden leads to the successful implants of artificial corneas in 10 Swedish patients with advanced keratoconus, or central corneal scarring.

Garmin recalls some Nuvi GPS units[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:10:23 PDT ]Roughly 1.25 million of Garmin's Nuvi GPS units contain a battery at risk of overheating.

Adobe tweaks Photoshop Express site, Android app[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:39:59 PDT ]Adobe updates both its Web app, and Android app with new features including snazzy slideshows and better performance. On top of that, users no longer need to register with the site in order to use it.

Use Gmail to make VoIP calls: Hands-on review[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:00:05 PDT ]We fired up Google's new phone feature in Google Talk to make calls for free to people in the U.S. and Canada, right from Gmail. Here's our hands-on review.

Google likes pot more than Facebook[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:28:15 PDT ]While Facebook rejects pro-marijuana ads placed by organizations such as the Libertarian Party and Just Say Now, Google has reportedly accepted them with a grin.

Be polite and put your smartphone down[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:29:40 EDT ]Remember the good ol' days, circa mid-naughts, when most people's phones just alerted them of incoming calls and the occasional text message?

Women, minorities biggest cellphone users[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:17:50 EDT ]Women text and talk on their mobile phones more than men.

Report: iTunes to rent TV shows for 99 cents[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:18:09 EDT ]In a move that could further popularize online and mobile video, Apple's iTunes store this fall may begin renting TV programming to viewers for 99 cents per episode, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

Facebook Places: Be your friends' 'big brother'?[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:24:13 GMT ]Red Tape Chronicles: Are your friends trustworthy? If they aren't, they might tell the world you are in some pretty crazy, or even disturbing, places, thanks to Facebook's new 'Places' tool.

Facebook Places: Be your friends' 'big brother'?[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:24:13 GMT ]Red Tape Chronicles: Are your friends trustworthy? If they aren't, they might tell the world you are in some pretty crazy, or even disturbing, places, thanks to Facebook's new 'Places' tool.

Cosmic Log: Smashing news about planets[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:44:26 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The pace of planet discoveries beyond our own solar system is accelerating — but some of those discoveries just raise new puzzles.

Cosmic Log: Smashing news about planets[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:44:26 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The pace of planet discoveries beyond our own solar system is accelerating — but some of those discoveries just raise new puzzles.

Apple to announce iTV on Sept. 7[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:05:38 GMT ]Apple is expected to announce its revamped Apple TV on Sept. 7, two weeks prior to the fall television season. What's more, the company reportedly has a few content deals in the works that will allow iTunes users to rent TV shows for 99 cents.

Apple to announce iTV on Sept. 7[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:05:38 GMT ]Apple is expected to announce its revamped Apple TV on Sept. 7, two weeks prior to the fall television season. What's more, the company reportedly has a few content deals in the works that will allow iTunes users to rent TV shows for 99 cents.

Apple's next gadgets: What six months may bring[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:39:59 GMT ]Gazing into Apple's future is always daunting — real information is hard to find and misinformation comes in droves. But thanks to compelling leaks and some crazy rumors, not to mention regular product turnovers, there's never been a better time to take a peek.

Apple's next gadgets: What six months may bring[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:39:59 GMT ]Gazing into Apple's future is always daunting — real information is hard to find and misinformation comes in droves. But thanks to compelling leaks and some crazy rumors, not to mention regular product turnovers, there's never been a better time to take a peek.

Cisco, Verizon push for 3D video and more[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:00:00 PDT ]Executives from Cisco and Verizon see 3D video and eventually holography as the tech advances that fuel their growth in the future.

Trapped Chilean miners get NASA survival tips[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:02:51 GMT ]Facing one of the most complex rescue operations ever attempted, Chile is looking to space and the ocean depths for survival tips to help 33 miners endure months underground awaiting rescue.

Trapped Chilean miners get NASA survival tips[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:02:51 GMT ]Facing one of the most complex rescue operations ever attempted, Chile is looking to space and the ocean depths for survival tips to help 33 miners endure months underground awaiting rescue.

Cisco, Verizon push for 3D video and more[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:00:00 PDT ]Executives from Cisco and Verizon see 3D video and eventually holography as the tech advances that fuel their growth in the future.

ComScore: Facebook has passed Orkut in India[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:06:36 PDT ]Social networking use in India--one of the Google-owned Orkut's strongholds--is now slightly dominated by Facebook.

ComScore: Facebook has passed Orkut in India[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:06:36 PDT ]Social networking use in India--one of the Google-owned Orkut's strongholds--is now slightly dominated by Facebook.

AGs call on Craigslist to banish adult ads[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:33:02 PDT ]Attorneys general from 17 states send a letter that asks the company to remove its adult services section due to ongoing ads that promote prostitution and child trafficking.

AGs call on Craigslist to banish adult ads[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 07:33:02 PDT ]Attorneys general from 17 states send a letter that asks the company to remove its adult services section due to ongoing ads that promote prostitution and child trafficking.

3D TVs without the glasses[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:13:25 PDT ]YouTube's faster mobile site is available worldwide, A teaser of the Samsung Galaxy Tab gives more details, and Toshiba is coming out with new 3DTVs that don't require glasses.

3D TVs without the glasses[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:13:25 PDT ]YouTube's faster mobile site is available worldwide, A teaser of the Samsung Galaxy Tab gives more details, and Toshiba is coming out with new 3DTVs that don't require glasses.

Women, minorities are biggest cellphone users[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:17:50 EDT ]Women text and talk on their mobile phones more than men.

Bill Gates: Spike in clean energy R&D needed[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:23:28 PDT ]Software tycoon-turned philanthropist Bill Gates talks turkey on clean energy technology, arguing that much bigger public investments in R&D are needed.

Bill Gates: Spike in clean energy R&D needed[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:23:28 PDT ]Software tycoon-turned philanthropist Bill Gates talks turkey on clean energy technology, arguing that much bigger public investments in R&D are needed.

Big-fingered sumos given iPads?[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:32:09 EDT ]Can a person's hands be too big for a cell phone?

Big-fingered sumos given iPads?[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:32:09 EDT ]Can a person's hands be too big for a cell phone?

Be polite and put your smartphone down[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:29:14 EDT ]Remember the good ol' days, circa mid-naughts, when most people's phones just alerted them of incoming calls and the occasional text message?

Be polite and put your smartphone down[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:29:14 EDT ]Remember the good ol' days, circa mid-naughts, when most people's phones just alerted them of incoming calls and the occasional text message?

Report: iTunes to rent TV shows for 99 cents[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:40:27 EDT ]In a move that could further popularize online and mobile video, Apple's iTunes store this fall may begin renting TV programming to viewers for 99 cents per episode, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

Report: iTunes to rent TV shows for 99 cents[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:40:27 EDT ]In a move that could further popularize online and mobile video, Apple's iTunes store this fall may begin renting TV programming to viewers for 99 cents per episode, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

Women, minorities are biggest cellphone users[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:17:50 EDT ]Women text and talk on their mobile phones more than men.

'Portal' to be required 'reading' at school[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:51:03 GMT ]Wabash College puts thought-provoking puzzle game on freshman book list.

One fifth of Americans play social network games[ Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:12:47 GMT ]You may claim to hate "FarmVille" and other Facebook games, but the secret's out: You, and 56.8 million other Americans, play games on social networks.

56-year-old chimp gives birth at zoo in Kansas[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:32:09 GMT ]A 56-year-old chimpanzee has surprised officials at a zoo in northeast Kansas by giving birth.

Cosmic Log: Mice trained to sniff out disease[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:39:45 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Scientists have trained mice to recognize the whiff of bird flu in duck poop, hinting at a new line of defense in the fight against epidemics.

Facebook Places: Be your friends' 'big brother'?[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:24:13 GMT ]Red Tape Chronicles: Are your friends trustworthy? If they aren't, they might tell the world you are in some pretty crazy, or even disturbing, places, thanks to Facebook's new 'Places' tool.

$150,000 found in arrested Apple manager's home[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:31:39 PDT ]Paul Shin Devine, arrested for allegedly taking kickbacks from overseas suppliers, was found to have stored large sums of cash in shoe boxes during a search by federal agents.

Windows DLL bug hits dozens of apps[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:34:47 PDT ]A flaw in the way Windows handles dynamic-link library and related files likely affects hundreds of applications and has already been used in malicious attacks in the wild.

Lohan lawyer's amazing, amusing attack on E-Trade[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:43:56 PDT ]In new court papers, a lawyer for Lindsay Lohan claims that E-Trade's Super Bowl ad, which featured a milkaholic called "Lindsay," could not refer to any other Lindsay.

Microsoft's Bing Maps gets a food cart finder[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 18:02:57 PDT ]Looking for a food cart to get your nosh on? Bing has a new tool for residents of Portland, Ore., that helps sort out the good from the bad, and lets you see what's on the menu before you leave the house.

3Par gives Dell three days to top HP's offer[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:23:54 PDT ]The storage vendor announces it will begin negotiations with HP over its unsolicited bid if Dell can't produce a more attractive offer in three business days.

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:09:48 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

Five must-have video games for fall[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:51:44 EDT ]From downloadable titles like haunting puzzle-action hybrid "Limbo" for Xbox 360 to the long-awaited release of PC sci-fi strategy juggernaut "StarCraft II," summer's been good to gaming fans.

Report: Big-fingered sumos given iPads[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:32:09 EDT ]Can a person's hands be too big for a cell phone?

Is Apple working on a 'desktop iPad?'[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:12:47 EDT ]Apple may be developing a computer that combines the look of a desktop with the touch-screen functions of its tablet-style iPad, according to reports about a patent filed by the company.

Can fuel cells power the future?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:22:08 GMT ]An electricity-generating fuel-cell system known as the Bloom Box sparked a huge buzz in the energy debate six months ago — and since then, still more ventures have surfaced to promise better living through chemistry.

Secret X-37B space plane has changed orbit[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:31:17 GMT ]The U.S. Air Force's secretive X-37B space plane apparently boosted itself into a new orbit Aug. 9, according to reports from seasoned satellite trackers around the world, Space..com has learned.

Secret X-37B space plane has changed orbit[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:31:17 GMT ]The U.S. Air Force's secretive X-37B space plane apparently boosted itself into a new orbit Aug. 9, according to reports from seasoned satellite trackers around the world, Space..com has learned.

New Chatroulette? World yawns with anticipation[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:33:00 GMT ]Turns out Chatroulette 1.0, the video conversation Web sensation that introduced giggling adolescents, nonplused computer shut-ins and shocked – SHOCKED – journalists to random male genitalia worldwide was just an experiment. And now it's over

New Chatroulette? World yawns with anticipation[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:33:00 GMT ]Turns out Chatroulette 1.0, the video conversation Web sensation that introduced giggling adolescents, nonplused computer shut-ins and shocked – SHOCKED – journalists to random male genitalia worldwide was just an experiment. And now it's over

Can fuel cells power the future?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:22:08 GMT ]An electricity-generating fuel-cell system known as the Bloom Box sparked a huge buzz in the energy debate six months ago — and since then, still more ventures have surfaced to promise better living through chemistry.

iPhone 'kill switch' would use voice, facial recognition[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:10:12 GMT ]Apple patent proposal includes Big Brother-ish ways to detect those who jailbreak their iPhone, or hack into others' devices.

iPhone 'kill switch' would use voice, facial recognition[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:10:12 GMT ]Apple patent proposal includes Big Brother-ish ways to detect those who jailbreak their iPhone, or hack into others' devices.

Prius to offer optional noise to alert pedestrians[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:38:15 PDT ]A new option--in Japan only for now--will allow Prius owners to add a small speaker system to their vehicles to help alert pedestrians.

Lucas sues to stop 'Jedi Mind' wireless headset[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:00:14 GMT ]"Star Wars" creator George Lucas has filed a $5 million trademark lawsuit against a company marketing a technology that allows users to control computer applications directly with their minds.

Lucas sues to stop 'Jedi Mind' wireless headset[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:00:14 GMT ]"Star Wars" creator George Lucas has filed a $5 million trademark lawsuit against a company marketing a technology that allows users to control computer applications directly with their minds.

Prius to offer optional noise to alert pedestrians[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:38:15 PDT ]A new option--in Japan only for now--will allow Prius owners to add a small speaker system to their vehicles to help alert pedestrians.

Monster swallows HotJobs, inks deal with Yahoo[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:03:18 PDT ]Job search giant completes its buyout of Yahoo's HotJobs and cuts a deal to appear on Yahoo's home page as the exclusive provider of career content.

Monster swallows HotJobs, inks deal with Yahoo[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:03:18 PDT ]Job search giant completes its buyout of Yahoo's HotJobs and cuts a deal to appear on Yahoo's home page as the exclusive provider of career content.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/24: What is this?[ Tue, 24 Aug 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 8/24: What is this?[ Tue, 24 Aug 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 going weekly[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:31:00 PDT ]Since early June, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman has posted a daily picture and tasked readers with identifying it. Now, with Road Trip 2010 completed, the daily challenge is going weekly. Please come back each Thursday.

Road Trip Pic of the Day going weekly[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:31:00 PDT ]Since early June, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman has posted a daily picture and tasked readers with identifying it. Now, with Road Trip 2010 completed, the daily challenge is going weekly. Please come back each Thursday.

Hackers see the cloud as ripe territory[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:35:59 PDT ]Survey conducted at last month's DefCon finds that hackers see the cloud as ripe for the taking and don't believe that cloud vendors are doing enough to secure it.

Hackers see the cloud as ripe territory[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:35:59 PDT ]Survey conducted at last month's DefCon finds that hackers see the cloud as ripe for the taking and don't believe that cloud vendors are doing enough to secure it.

You can't block Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:12:59 EDT ]You can't block CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook.

You can't block Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:12:59 EDT ]You can't block CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook.

How to 'undo' an ill-advised Gmail message[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:30:51 EDT ]Ever have that sick-to-your-stomach, "Oh crap!" moment after sending an e-mail?

How to 'undo' an ill-advised Gmail message[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:30:51 EDT ]Ever have that sick-to-your-stomach, "Oh crap!" moment after sending an e-mail?

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:09:48 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:09:48 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

Strategy game sheds unpopular anti-piracy system[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:13:08 EDT ]Digital Rights Management, or DRM, has been touted as a piracy preventer by entertainment and gaming manufacturers. But it's been blasted by end users as restrictive and ineffective against illegal downloading and copying of electronic media.

Strategy game sheds unpopular anti-piracy system[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:13:08 EDT ]Digital Rights Management, or DRM, has been touted as a piracy preventer by entertainment and gaming manufacturers. But it's been blasted by end users as restrictive and ineffective against illegal downloading and copying of electronic media.

Cosmic Log: Inside a celestial super-volcano[ Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:08:44 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The galaxy M87's supermassive black hole may not look like an erupting mountain, but it has an effect similar to that of Iceland's Eyjafjallajokull volcano.

Drug helps addicts quit smoking...and 'StarCraft'[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:41:35 GMT ]New study suggests bupropion reduces the desire to play games obsessively

New Chatroulette? World yawns with anticipation[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:33:00 GMT ]Turns out Chatroulette 1.0, the video conversation Web sensation that introduced giggling adolescents, nonplused computer shut-ins and shocked – SHOCKED – journalists to random male genitalia worldwide was just an experiment. And now it's over

Can fuel cells power the future?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:22:08 GMT ]An electricity-generating fuel-cell system known as the Bloom Box sparked a huge buzz in the energy debate six months ago — and since then, still more ventures have surfaced to promise better living through chemistry.

iPhone 'kill switch' would use voice, facial recognition[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:10:12 GMT ]Apple patent proposal includes Big Brother-ish ways to detect those who jailbreak their iPhone, or hack into others' devices.

The real iTunes fraud vulnerability: Gullible users[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:30:19 PDT ]Despite reports, iTunes hasn't been compromised and the company isn't aware of any sudden increase in fraudulent transactions, sources tell All Things Digital.

iMac the next touch-screen Apple device?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:22:57 PDT ]Another patent application surfaces showing the iMac maker is at least thinking about a way to incorporate its touch interface with its desktop lineup.

Fiorina: Politicians don't care about Silicon Valley[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:37:29 PDT ]Former HP chief executive Carly Fiorina promises a deregulatory approach toward technology if elected U.S. senator, warning of Net neutrality overreach and saying current politicians don't understand Silicon Valley.

Halo marketing: Remote-controlled real robot[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:55:52 PDT ]Robot arm stashed in San Francisco warehouse is user-controllable via Facebook Connect and a special Web site. We like it.

NASA images capture extent of Pakistan flooding (photos)[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:40:47 PDT ]Images from instruments aboard NASA satellites show the devastation caused by massive flooding along the Indus and Kabul rivers in Pakistan.

Slowed-down Justin Bieber 'remix' goes viral[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:49:40 EDT ]Pop heartthrob Justin Bieber may be the perfect Trojan horse for a meme.

You can't block Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:12:59 EDT ]You can't block CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook.

How to 'undo' an ill-advised Gmail message[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:15:24 EDT ]Ever have that sick-to-your-stomach, "Oh crap!" moment after sending an e-mail?

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:12:01 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

iPhone 'kill switch' would use voice, facial recognition[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:10:12 GMT ]Apple patent proposal includes Big Brother-ish ways to detect those who jailbreak their iPhone, or hack into others' devices.

iPhone 'kill switch' would use voice, facial recognition[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:10:12 GMT ]Apple patent proposal includes Big Brother-ish ways to detect those who jailbreak their iPhone, or hack into others' devices.

Facebook's Zuckerberg furious over coming film[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:57:04 GMT ]It was bound to happen. Facebook, the subject of a big Hollywood movie — is now coping with becoming a cultural icon and a corporate monolith. And they don’t like it one bit.

Facebook's Zuckerberg furious over coming film[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:57:04 GMT ]It was bound to happen. Facebook, the subject of a big Hollywood movie — is now coping with becoming a cultural icon and a corporate monolith. And they don’t like it one bit.

Tips for taking great photos at night[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:06:28 GMT ]Follow these photography tips to get exciting shots of the city in motion, capture lit-up buildings and monuments and take photos in dimly lit concert halls and clubs.

Tips for taking great photos at night[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:06:28 GMT ]Follow these photography tips to get exciting shots of the city in motion, capture lit-up buildings and monuments and take photos in dimly lit concert halls and clubs.

E-textbooks starting to turn a page[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:06:03 GMT ]While ordinary e-books are catching on like wildfire — Amazon reported that in July Kindle e-books outsold hardcover books — e-textbooks are not yet pervasive at traditional universities.

E-textbooks starting to turn a page[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:06:03 GMT ]While ordinary e-books are catching on like wildfire — Amazon reported that in July Kindle e-books outsold hardcover books — e-textbooks are not yet pervasive at traditional universities.

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Chatroulette offline for revamp; what will it reveal?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:34:34 PDT ]Anonymous Webcam/chat site goes offline, saying experiment #1 is over, but promises launch of a new and updated version of the site.

Chatroulette offline for revamp; what will it reveal?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:34:34 PDT ]Anonymous Webcam/chat site goes offline, saying experiment #1 is over, but promises launch of a new and updated version of the site.

Kodak delivers new camera for social fanatics[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:49:45 PDT ]Tiny camera is specifically designed to help people share images on sites such as Facebook and Flickr, and YouTube.

Kodak delivers new camera for social fanatics[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:49:45 PDT ]Tiny camera is specifically designed to help people share images on sites such as Facebook and Flickr, and YouTube.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/23: What is this?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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 8/23: What is this?[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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.

HumanCar creates a real muscle car[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:28:22 PDT ]Brainchild of a U.S. engineer, the Imagine PS is operated by up to four hand cranks. The driver and passengers pull and push levers in order to go.

HumanCar creates a real muscle car[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:28:22 PDT ]Brainchild of a U.S. engineer, the Imagine PS is operated by up to four hand cranks. The driver and passengers pull and push levers in order to go.

Road Trip puts iPhone 4 and iPad to the test[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:45:00 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: Each year, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman gets the chance to test out Apple's latest over several thousands of miles of driving. This year, that meant the iPhone 4, the iPad 3G, and the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Road Trip puts iPhone 4 and iPad to the test[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:45:00 PDT ]Road Trip 2010: Each year, CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman gets the chance to test out Apple's latest over several thousands of miles of driving. This year, that meant the iPhone 4, the iPad 3G, and the latest 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

WikiLeaks founder says he's been targeted[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:18:24 EDT ]WikiLeaks founder and editor Julian Assange says Swedish authorities reached "the height of irresponsibility" by issuing an arrest warrant alleging rape against him, then revoking it less than a day later.

WikiLeaks founder says he's been targeted[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:18:24 EDT ]WikiLeaks founder and editor Julian Assange says Swedish authorities reached "the height of irresponsibility" by issuing an arrest warrant alleging rape against him, then revoking it less than a day later.

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:10:51 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

Apps let couch potatoes and bookworms check in[ Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:10:51 EDT ]Intrigued by Foursquare, or Facebook's new Places feature, but not sure anybody would be interested in where you go every day?

UK official decries video game with Taliban role[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:12:52 GMT ]A video game that allows players to adopt the role of the Taliban is a "tasteless product," Britain's defense secretary said Sunday, calling on retailers to show their support for troops by not selling it.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Cosmic Log: Another news flash from Jupiter[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:30:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A Japanese amateur astronomer has captured video of what appears to be yet another meteor flash in Jupiter's atmosphere.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:47:56 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Apple applies for patent to kill jailbroken devices[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 10:46:21 PDT ]Patent application covers a series of security measures for dealing with and identifying unauthorized users and activities, including the practice of jailbreaking.

Motorola most likely iPad rival[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 11:00:16 PDT ]Motorola seems to be the company best positioned to take on Apple and the iPad. Especially if it gets some help from its partner, Verizon.

Terrorists, FBI can't sink Blogetery[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 15:07:02 PDT ]The blog platform shut down last month after the FBI alleged the service was used by al-Qaeda's operatives is back online.

How Foursquare wants to out-Apple Facebook[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 15:55:28 PDT ]Foursquare's Dennis Crowley says his own service will continue to favor the "touchy-feely" aspects over other services such as, implicitly, Facebook Places. These, he believes, are "generic."

The future cloud should fend for itself[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:37:37 PDT ]Automation stands at the heart of the economics and operation of cloud computing services. However, today's automation is primitive and requires much manual engineering and intervention.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Newsweek: McCain is no 'Twitter Genius'[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:00:47 GMT ]A new study measures the “Digital IQ” of U.S. senators, based on presence on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, as well as mentions in the blogosphere and traffic on their own Web sites.

California overdue for major quake, study says[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 17:50:40 GMT ]Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon. a new study suggests.

Newsweek: McCain is no 'Twitter Genius'[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:00:47 GMT ]A new study measures the “Digital IQ” of U.S. senators, based on presence on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, as well as mentions in the blogosphere and traffic on their own Web sites.

California overdue for major quake, study says[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 17:50:40 GMT ]Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon. a new study suggests.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:47:56 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:47:56 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Cheetos bags, diapers remade into trash cans[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:24:34 PDT ]How green is your trash can? Recycling firm TerraCycle has created plastic garbage cans out of chip bags. The process reportedly produces about 40 percent less CO2 emissions compared with virgin plastic.

High-tech carts spy on your trash[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:47:38 PDT ]Cleveland rolls out carts with chip technology that identifies those who do not recycle enough.

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Hot Potato officially lands in Facebook's lap[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:48:53 PDT ]Acquisition is the most recent development in Facebook's efforts to juice up the location-based aspect of its hugely popular service.

Hot Potato officially lands in Facebook's lap[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:48:53 PDT ]Acquisition is the most recent development in Facebook's efforts to juice up the location-based aspect of its hugely popular service.

Cheetos bags, diapers remade into trash cans[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:24:34 PDT ]How green is your trash can? Recycling firm TerraCycle has created plastic garbage cans out of chip bags. The process reportedly produces about 40 percent less CO2 emissions compared with virgin plastic.

CERN to seek antimatter in space[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:44:53 PDT ]The European Organization for Nuclear Research says external module on the International Space Station will look for antimatter and dark matter while measuring cosmic ray composition.

CERN to seek antimatter in space[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:44:53 PDT ]The European Organization for Nuclear Research says external module on the International Space Station will look for antimatter and dark matter while measuring cosmic ray composition.

High-tech carts spy on your trash[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:47:38 PDT ]Cleveland rolls out carts with chip technology that identifies those who do not recycle enough.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/22: What is this?[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/22: What is this?[ Sun, 22 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Newsweek: McCain is no 'Twitter Genius'[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:00:47 GMT ]A new study measures the “Digital IQ” of U.S. senators, based on presence on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, as well as mentions in the blogosphere and traffic on their own Web sites.

California overdue for major quake, study says[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 17:50:40 GMT ]Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon. a new study suggests.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 22:47:56 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Wikileaks: 'Dirty tricks' in allegations against Assange[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 09:49:50 PDT ]Swedish prosecutors say that, contrary to earlier reports, Julian Assange is not suspected of rape and is not wanted. Wikileaks suspects a political plot.

Hot Potato officially lands in Facebook's lap[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:48:53 PDT ]Acquisition is the most recent development in Facebook's efforts to juice up the location-based aspect of its hugely popular service.

Cheetos bags, diapers remade into trash cans[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:24:34 PDT ]How green is your trash can? Recycling firm TerraCycle has created plastic garbage cans out of chip bags. The process reportedly produces about 40 percent less CO2 emissions compared with virgin plastic.

CERN to seek antimatter in space[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:44:53 PDT ]The European Organization for Nuclear Research says external module on the International Space Station will look for antimatter and dark matter while measuring cosmic ray composition.

High-tech carts spy on your trash[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:47:38 PDT ]Cleveland rolls out carts with chip technology that identifies those who do not recycle enough.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Newsweek: McCain is no 'Twitter Genius'[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:00:47 GMT ]A new study measures the “Digital IQ” of U.S. senators, based on presence on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, as well as mentions in the blogosphere and traffic on their own Web sites.

Newsweek: McCain is no 'Twitter Genius'[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:00:47 GMT ]A new study measures the “Digital IQ” of U.S. senators, based on presence on sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, as well as mentions in the blogosphere and traffic on their own Web sites.

California could have major quake soon: study[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:48:14 GMT ]Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon. a new study suggests.

California could have major quake soon: study[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:48:14 GMT ]Earthquakes strike along California's San Andreas Fault more often than scientists previously thought, and think it's more than likely a major quake could happen soon. a new study suggests.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Building a backyard rocket launcher (photos)[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Creative Crave reader Kevin Shoemaker devised a multiple-rocket launcher out of off-the-shelf parts and a $5 toolbox.

Google likes Like.com, buys visual search team[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:11:12 PDT ]Another acquisition for Google: this time turning to visual search and e-commerce engine Like.com, which could help Google's product and image search sites.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:53:17 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:53:17 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Virtual song fest marks 'E-Stonian' independence[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:33:14 PDT ]The Baltic nation, known for its tech prowess, celebrates 19 years of post-Soviet independence with a massive digital music fest that links singers online.

Virtual song fest marks 'E-Stonian' independence[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:33:14 PDT ]The Baltic nation, known for its tech prowess, celebrates 19 years of post-Soviet independence with a massive digital music fest that links singers online.

Google likes Like.com, buys visual search team[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:11:12 PDT ]Another acquisition for Google: this time turning to visual search and e-commerce engine Like.com, which could help Google's product and image search sites.

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Building a backyard rocket launcher (photos)[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Creative Crave reader Kevin Shoemaker devised a multiple-rocket launcher out of off-the-shelf parts and a $5 toolbox.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/21: What is this?[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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 8/21: What is this?[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:08:43 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts.

Mysterious 'bearded' antelope photographed[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:09:08 GMT ]In Kenya, a photographer captured images of a mysterious "bearded" antelope, covered with a strange, thick coat of hair, in stark contrast to the sleek Thomson's gazelles in its company.

Going to Mars? It’ll be one wild trip[ Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:36:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Packing for Mars" tells you pretty much everything you always wanted to know about sex, poop and vomit on the final frontier. But that’s not the point of the story.

Teachers asked to 'unfriend' students on Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:53:17 GMT ]A school district in Florida is advising teachers not to "friend" students on social networking sites, claiming that teacher-student communication through this medium is "inappropriate."

Facebook is the new Google[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:52:56 GMT ]With Facebook Places, the social network shows it can steamroll friends and competitors alike. As for privacy, it's not a concern when you're the only game in town. If this sounds Google-like, it should. The question is, how soon until Facebook takes on Google directly?

Halo: Reach reportedly leaked via Xbox Live[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:28:33 PDT ]The digital review copy has reportedly been downloaded by a group of game modifiers. Although the group says it has no plans to distribute the code, it's yet another big Halo leak.

U2 manager still thinks ISPs are freeloading[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:46:25 PDT ]Paul McGuinness is once again blaming ISPs for falling music revenues. I agree with his plan: subscriptions are the answer. The problem is how to implement them.

New features, improved look in Kaspersky 2011[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:23:56 PDT ]Kaspersky's latest refresh to their premium security suite introduces several new tools to help keep your computer safe while enhancing older ones. The few problems in Kaspersky Internet Security 2011 loom larger than they would otherwise, though, because of the high retail cost of the suite.

Virtual song fest marks 'E-Stonian' independence[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:33:14 PDT ]The Baltic nation, known for its tech prowess, celebrates 19 years of post-Soviet independence with a massive digital music fest that links singers online.

Google likes Like.com, buys visual search team[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:11:12 PDT ]Another acquisition for Google: this time turning to visual search and e-commerce engine Like.com, which could help Google's product and image search sites.

Facebook Places: Here's how it works[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:49:36 EDT ]Facebook has rolled out its long-awaited location feature, Facebook Places, an application that lets users "check in" on their mobile phones so friends know where they're hanging out and what they're doing.

Facebook Places raises more privacy concerns[ Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:33:43 EDT ]Based on comments on news sites and Facebook's official blog, many users appear apprehensive about Facebook Places, the social-networking site's new location feature.

Piranhas aside, 3-D at home still a tough sell[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:50:06 EDT ]Even if "Piranha 3D" has a modestly successful box-office debut this weekend, it could in the long run do more damage to the hopes of 3D TV makers than good.

How to create a secure 'super password'[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:49:44 EDT ]Say goodbye to those wimpy, eight-letter passwords.

Scottish scientists brew up whisky biofuel[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:35:31 GMT ]Scientists in Scotland have unveiled a new biofuel made from whisky by-products that they say can power ordinary cars more efficiently than ethanol.

Scottish scientists brew up whisky biofuel[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:35:31 GMT ]Scientists in Scotland have unveiled a new biofuel made from whisky by-products that they say can power ordinary cars more efficiently than ethanol.

North Korea reportedly joins Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:52:33 GMT ]North Korea appears to have added Facebook to other social networking sites it recently joined to ramp up its propaganda war against South Korea and the U.S.

North Korea reportedly joins Facebook[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:52:33 GMT ]North Korea appears to have added Facebook to other social networking sites it recently joined to ramp up its propaganda war against South Korea and the U.S.

Early Jupiter feasted on Super-Earths[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:21:24 GMT ]When Jupiter was still a young planet, it had a strong appetite. Scientists now believe giant Earths may have smashed into a young Jupiter, causing it to lose part of its core.

Early Jupiter feasted on Super-Earths[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:21:24 GMT ]When Jupiter was still a young planet, it had a strong appetite. Scientists now believe giant Earths may have smashed into a young Jupiter, causing it to lose part of its core.

Give the Wii credit if Russians make it to Mars[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:49:28 GMT ]There are six men currently living in cramped isolation in Moscow as the Russian Space Federation simulates the loneliness of a manned flight to Mars. Good thing these guys have a Wii.

Give the Wii credit if Russians make it to Mars[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:49:28 GMT ]There are six men currently living in cramped isolation in Moscow as the Russian Space Federation simulates the loneliness of a manned flight to Mars. Good thing these guys have a Wii.

Google patches 11 Chrome security problems[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:46:33 PDT ]Two critical security issues in Google's browser produce bounties of $1,337 apiece for the discoverers.

Report: Trojan a factor in fatal Spanair crash?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:52:51 PDT ]A crash that killed 154 people two years ago may have been partly caused by a mainframe contaminated with malware, according to a report in Spain's top newspaper.

Road Trip Pic of the Day 8/20: What is this?[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 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.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:21:33 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts. practicality sometimes gets lost in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — the kind that shows up on a balance sheet. That's when you end up with products like these.

11 green inventions that go too far[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:21:33 GMT ]Some are  quick to capitalize on the greenness  trend, losing practicality in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — cash money. Others build oddities in order to raise awareness. Either way, the results can be just plain nuts. practicality sometimes gets lost in the frenzy to attain another kind of green — the kind that shows up on a balance sheet. That's when you end up with products like these.

More Dell Thunder details emerge[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:14:37 PDT ]Dell's highly anticipated Thunder smartphone has found its way to Engadget's headquarters, and they have the details on the rumored device.

More Dell Thunder details emerge[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:14:37 PDT ]Dell's highly anticipated Thunder smartphone has found its way to Engadget's headquarters, and they have the details on the rumored device.

Google patches 11 Chrome security problems[ Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:46:33 PDT ]Two critical security issues in Google's browser produce bounties of $1,337 apiece for the discoverers.