New DroidDream malware infects 24 Android apps[ Tue, 31 May 2011 20:42:03 GMT ]Attention, Android fans: DroidDream is back, and your mobile security is again at stake.

Watch NASA's tribute to shuttle Endeavour[ Tue, 31 May 2011 23:03:52 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The astronauts who are on Endeavour's last trip into orbit present a video tribute to the space shuttle.

Astronauts prepare for last Endeavour landing[ Tue, 31 May 2011 20:04:02 GMT ]Astronauts aboard NASA's space shuttle Endeavour are wrapping up the orbiter's final mission and preparing to return their spacecraft to Earth for the last time on Wednesday.

iCloud: Why Apple must go big in the sky[ Tue, 31 May 2011 18:56:33 GMT ]Apple will soon launch its Internet-based media (aka "cloud") strategy, but competition is already hot. Apple must not only match other offerings, but one-up them with a powerful system catering to both phones and tablets. The stakes may well be the future of the iOS mobile platform itself.

Parting shots from a Mars rover[ Tue, 31 May 2011 21:50:41 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: NASA is no longer sending commands to the Spirit rover on Mars, but the long-silent robot still has a last chance to phone home.

Twitter photo integration rumored for iOS 5[ Tue, 31 May 2011 17:33:40 PDT ]Report says Apple plans to let users share photos they've taken on iOS devices to Twitter, taking advantage of the microblogging site's newly announced photo service.

What's an 'Ultrabook'? Apple's already got one[ Tue, 31 May 2011 18:40:29 PDT ]The Ultrabook exists today, though Intel won't say this. It's called the MacBook Air, which borrows--as Apple has said--from iPad design themes.

New Opera beta tightens password security[ Tue, 31 May 2011 18:55:54 PDT ]Opera adds password synchronization, Speed Dial extensions, and 'Opera Next' in the latest beta version of its browser.

Eric Schmidt: 'Gang of four' rules tech[ Tue, 31 May 2011 19:51:19 PDT ]Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt at the D9 conference explains why Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook lead the consumer tech world.

Schmidt takes fall for Google's social shortcomings[ Tue, 31 May 2011 20:19:39 PDT ]The former CEO says he saw the importance of social networking for Google but "screwed up" by not following through.

Hackers attack Lockheed Martin's network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

States OK warrantless cell phone searches[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:09:36 EDT ]Think about all the data -- photos, videos, text messages, calendar items, apps, call log, voice mail, and e-mail -- on your cell phone right now. If you're arrested, could the police search your cell phone? And would they need a warrant?

Heavyweights due at 'All Things Digital'[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:06:16 EDT ]Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Apple's Steve Jobs and Microsoft's Bill Gates have done it.

Cell phone may raise cancer risk, group says[ Tue, 31 May 2011 13:49:17 EDT ]Radiation from cell phones can possibly cause cancer, according to the World Health Organization. The agency lists mobile phone use in the same "carcinogenic hazard" category as lead, engine exhaust and chloroform.

Fake 'Harry Potter' news causes Facebook freakout[ Mon, 30 May 2011 21:02:26 GMT ]When a posting about the "Final Minutes of Last Harry Potter Movie To Be Split Into Seven Separate Films" hit Facebook, some took the joke from "The Onion" to heart, protesting mightily.

PlayStation Network to return as more hacking threatened[ Tue, 31 May 2011 15:41:20 GMT ]It’s been a long road to recovery, but Sony has announced that the PlayStation Network and PlayStation store will be returning and fully operational in America, Europe and parts of Asia this week.

Steve Jobs expected to unveil iCloud storage service[ Tue, 31 May 2011 14:34:44 GMT ]Steve Jobs, who has been on medical leave since early this year, is expected to deliver the keynote address at next Monday's Apple Worldwide Developers Conference and introduce the company's cloud-based service, iCloud.

Jetpack flies a mile high[ Sun, 29 May 2011 20:48:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A real-life jetpack passes a key test by soaring to a height of 5,000 feet, deploying a parachute and drifting back down to New Zealand's Canterbury Plains.

Real space station done, now onto LEGO version[ Mon, 30 May 2011 17:18:07 GMT ]Astronauts flying on board space shuttle Endeavour's final mission declared assembly of the International Space Station complete this past week, but thanks to a special delivery being left at the orbiting laboratory, the station crew's assembly work has just begun.

Malicious apps removed from Android Market[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:20:20 PDT ]Mobile security firm Lookout reports that about two dozen apps were found to contain malware. Google has not yet commented.

Call of Duty devotees get their own social network[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:40:04 PDT ]Today, Activision unveiled Call of Duty: Elite, a dedicated social network for the many millions of gamers who are passionately into one of the most popular video game franchises. The system will allow players to get deep insight into each others' performances.

Sony: PlayStation Store back this week[ Tue, 31 May 2011 08:02:14 PDT ]The company says it will fully restore most remaining services to its PlayStation Network sometime this week, following a security breach last month. Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea are excluded.

Europe gets new broadband satellite option[ Tue, 31 May 2011 08:33:50 PDT ]Eutelsat's newest satellite has begun operations, giving homes and businesses a new option for high-speed Net access. Prices aren't bad--if you can't get plain old DSL.

Intel's tablet-like 'Ultrabook'[ Tue, 31 May 2011 09:08:03 PDT ]U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner's hacked Twitter account starts the "Weinergate" fiasco, Twitter may launch its own photo-sharing service to compete with TwitPic and Yfrog, and Intel launches a new class of super-thin laptops called "Ultrabooks" that borrow heavily from tablets.

Blog chronicles fury over fake news[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:46:59 EDT ]Call them curmudgeons if you will. But some folks on Facebook were shocked -- shocked! -- to learn that the last four minutes of the "Harry Potter" series will be split into seven different movies.

Hackers attack Lockheed Martin's network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

States OK warrantless cell phone searches[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:09:36 EDT ]Think about all the data -- photos, videos, text messages, calendar items, apps, call log, voice mail, and e-mail -- on your cell phone right now. If you're arrested, could the police search your cell phone? And would they need a warrant?

Heavyweights due at 'All Things Digital'[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:06:16 EDT ]Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Apple's Steve Jobs and Microsoft's Bill Gates have done it.

Fake 'Harry Potter' news causes Facebook freakout[ Mon, 30 May 2011 21:02:26 GMT ]When a posting about the "Final Minutes of Last Harry Potter Movie To Be Split Into Seven Separate Films" hit Facebook, some took the joke from "The Onion" to heart, protesting mightily.

PlayStation Network to return as more hacking threatened[ Tue, 31 May 2011 15:41:20 GMT ]It’s been a long road to recovery, but Sony has announced that the PlayStation Network and PlayStation store will be returning and fully operational in America, Europe and parts of Asia this week.

Jetpack flies a mile high[ Sun, 29 May 2011 20:48:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A real-life jetpack passes a key test by soaring to a height of 5,000 feet, deploying a parachute and drifting back down to New Zealand's Canterbury Plains.

Real space station done, now onto LEGO version[ Mon, 30 May 2011 17:18:07 GMT ]Astronauts flying on board space shuttle Endeavour's final mission declared assembly of the International Space Station complete this past week, but thanks to a special delivery being left at the orbiting laboratory, the station crew's assembly work has just begun.

Pre-caffeine tech: Drunk spies, silly hacks[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, hackers, gadgets and more.

Malicious apps removed from Android Market[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:20:20 PDT ]Mobile security firm Lookout reports that about two dozen apps were found to contain malware. Google has not yet commented.

Call of Duty devotees get their own social network[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:40:04 PDT ]Today, Activision unveiled Call of Duty: Elite, a dedicated social network for the many millions of gamers who are passionately into one of the most popular video game franchises. The system will allow players to get deep insight into each others' performances.

Sony: PlayStation Store back this week[ Tue, 31 May 2011 08:02:14 PDT ]The company says it will fully restore most remaining services to its PlayStation Network sometime this week, following a security breach last month. Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea are excluded.

Europe gets new broadband satellite option[ Tue, 31 May 2011 08:33:50 PDT ]Eutelsat's newest satellite has begun operations, giving homes and businesses a new option for high-speed Net access. Prices aren't bad--if you can't get plain old DSL.

Intel's tablet-like 'Ultrabook'[ Tue, 31 May 2011 09:08:03 PDT ]U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner's hacked Twitter account starts the "Weinergate" fiasco, Twitter may launch its own photo-sharing service to compete with TwitPic and Yfrog, and Intel launches a new class of super-thin laptops called "Ultrabooks" that borrow heavily from tablets.

Blog chronicles fury over fake news[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:46:59 EDT ]Call them curmudgeons if you will. But some folks on Facebook were shocked -- shocked! -- to learn that the last four minutes of the "Harry Potter" series will be split into seven different movies.

Hackers attack Lockheed Martin's network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

States OK warrantless cell phone searches[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:09:36 EDT ]Think about all the data -- photos, videos, text messages, calendar items, apps, call log, voice mail, and e-mail -- on your cell phone right now. If you're arrested, could the police search your cell phone? And would they need a warrant?

Heavyweights due at 'All Things Digital'[ Tue, 31 May 2011 07:06:16 EDT ]Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Apple's Steve Jobs and Microsoft's Bill Gates have done it.

Fake 'Harry Potter' news causes Facebook freakout[ Mon, 30 May 2011 21:02:26 GMT ]When a posting about the "Final Minutes of Last Harry Potter Movie To Be Split Into Seven Separate Films" hit Facebook, some took the joke from "The Onion" to heart, protesting mightily.

T-Mobile Sidekick: End of an era for iconic gadget[ Mon, 30 May 2011 20:14:47 GMT ]One of the landmark devices of the mobile revolution, the T-Mobile Sidekick, will reach a milestone Tuesday with the shutdown of the online service that has powered the iconic gadget for much of the past decade.

Are you really watching HD on your HDTV?[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:53:48 GMT ]Though most U.S. households now have one or more HDTV, the vast majority of viewing is still standard definition. It's true, many people who own an HDTV aren't actually watching hi-def shows. Follow these steps to make sure you're getting the full effect.

HDTVs are catching fire ... literally[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:52:51 GMT ]While some HDTVs are considered "hot deals," a handful of buyers are finding this to be all too accurate. Here's how to recognize a potential fire with your TV, and how to deal with it safely — without voiding your warranty.

Hackers hit PBS, post 'Tupac still alive' story[ Mon, 30 May 2011 19:15:44 GMT ]Hackers attacked the website for broadcaster PBS, posting a fake story that dead rapper Tupac Shakur was "alive and well," according to reports.

Report: Twitter to launch own photo sharing[ Mon, 30 May 2011 13:29:37 PDT ]Built-in service expected to be announced this week would compete with services such as Twitpic and Yfrog, according to TechCrunch report.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 5/30: What is this?[ Mon, 30 May 2011 09:26:34 PDT ]If you know what today's picture is, you could be eligible to win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day contest.

How your social network can protect your credit card[ Mon, 30 May 2011 10:10:32 PDT ]Payment service WePay uses your social network and online behavior in its suite of antifraud technologies.

Popular console emulators removed from Android Market[ Mon, 30 May 2011 12:16:40 PDT ]Emu master yongzh's account deleted by Google without warning along with his franchise emulators.

Blog chronicles fury over fake news[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:46:59 EDT ]Call them curmudgeons if you will. But some folks on Facebook were shocked -- shocked! -- to learn that the last four minutes of the "Harry Potter" series will be split into seven different movies.

Hackers post fake story about Tupac[ Mon, 30 May 2011 07:57:42 EDT ]Online hackers have pirated the PBS website and posted a false story claiming the rapper Tupac Shakur -- who has been dead for almost 15 years -- is alive and living in New Zealand.

Intel 'Ultrabook' touts tablet-like features[ Mon, 30 May 2011 20:49:30 PDT ]Chipmaker's Ultrabook will attempt to mainstream designs similar to Apple's MacBook Air. Like the Air, Ultrabooks will also have tablet-like attributes.

Hackers attack Lockheed Martin's network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

New app is a dream for insomniacs[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:55:54 GMT ]How do you make your few precious hours of rest really count? A new iPhone-based app and Bluetooth sleep-monitoring device helps determine what type of sleeper you are and then delivers a custom sleep program.

Shuttle leaves space station to begin trip home[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:28:36 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour has departed the International Space Station, clearing the way for a final cargo run to the outpost before NASA retires its three-ship fleet.

Are you really watching HD on your HDTV?[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:53:48 GMT ]Though most U.S. households now have one or more HDTV, the vast majority of viewing is still standard definition. It's true, many people who own an HDTV aren't actually watching hi-def shows. Follow these steps to make sure you're getting the full effect.

HDTVs are catching fire ... literally[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:52:51 GMT ]While some HDTVs are considered "hot deals," a handful of buyers are finding this to be all too accurate. Here's how to recognize a potential fire with your TV, and how to deal with it safely — without voiding your warranty.

Hackers hit PBS, post 'Tupac still alive' story[ Mon, 30 May 2011 12:40:10 GMT ]Hackers attacked the website for broadcaster PBS, posting a fake story that dead rapper Tupac Shakur was "alive and well," according to reports.

Nvidia touts quad-core Kal-El chip in Android tablet[ Mon, 30 May 2011 00:41:41 PDT ]Using a Honeycomb tablet, Nvidia shows a game it says needs all four cores of its Tegra mobile processor that's due to ship later this year.

Skylon space plane gets a thumbs-up (images)[ Mon, 30 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]The European Space Agency gives the go-ahead for work on a prototype of Reaction Engines' radical design for a single-stage, fully reusable launch vehicle.

Retro robots and the remembrance of futures past[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]Artist Mike Rivamonte likes to create sculpture of robots and other such contraptions out of vintage materials: bike parts from the '30s and '40s, old microphones, TV tubes. The resulting work takes us back to the future.

CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day Official Sweepstakes Rules[ Mon, 30 May 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]The official sweepstakes rules for the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day sweepstakes, which runs from May 30 through August 7, 2011.

PBS, hacked, says Tupac is still alive[ Mon, 30 May 2011 09:09:23 PDT ]The hacking group LulzSec breaks into PBS and pastes in a report that says Tupac Shakur is living in New Zealand. Oh, Biggie Smalls is with him too.

Lockheed Martin detects 'significant' attack on its network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Blog chronicles fury over fake news[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:46:59 EDT ]Call them curmudgeons if you will. But some folks on Facebook were shocked -- shocked! -- to learn that the last four minutes of the "Harry Potter" series will be split into seven different movies.

Hackers post fake story about Tupac[ Mon, 30 May 2011 07:57:42 EDT ]Online hackers have pirated the PBS website and posted a false story claiming the rapper Tupac Shakur -- who has been dead for almost 15 years -- is alive and living in New Zealand.

New app is a dream for insomniacs[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:55:54 GMT ]How do you make your few precious hours of rest really count? A new iPhone-based app and Bluetooth sleep-monitoring device helps determine what type of sleeper you are and then delivers a custom sleep program.

Shuttle leaves space station to begin trip home[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:28:36 GMT ]Space shuttle Endeavour has departed the International Space Station, clearing the way for a final cargo run to the outpost before NASA retires its three-ship fleet.

Are you really watching HD on your HDTV?[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:53:48 GMT ]Though most U.S. households now have one or more HDTV, the vast majority of viewing is still standard definition. It's true, many people who own an HDTV aren't actually watching hi-def shows. Follow these steps to make sure you're getting the full effect.

HDTVs are catching fire ... literally[ Mon, 30 May 2011 15:52:51 GMT ]While some HDTVs are considered "hot deals," a handful of buyers are finding this to be all too accurate. Here's how to recognize a potential fire with your TV, and how to deal with it safely — without voiding your warranty.

Hackers hit PBS, post 'Tupac still alive' story[ Mon, 30 May 2011 12:40:10 GMT ]Hackers attacked the website for broadcaster PBS, posting a fake story that dead rapper Tupac Shakur was "alive and well," according to reports.

Samsung asks to see Apple's next iPhone, iPad[ Sun, 29 May 2011 13:19:16 PDT ]After being required to provide Apple's lawyers with several announced though not yet released Samsung gadgets--as part of Apple's patent suit against the Korean manufacturer--Samsung is now asking to see the "iPhone 5" and "iPad 3."

Nvidia touts quad-core Kal-El chip in Android tablet[ Mon, 30 May 2011 00:41:41 PDT ]Using a Honeycomb tablet, Nvidia shows a game it says needs all four cores of its Tegra mobile processor that's due to ship later this year.

Skylon space plane gets a thumbs-up (images)[ Mon, 30 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]The European Space Agency gives the go-ahead for work on a prototype of Reaction Engines' radical design for a single-stage, fully reusable launch vehicle.

Retro robots and the remembrance of futures past[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]Artist Mike Rivamonte likes to create sculpture of robots and other such contraptions out of vintage materials: bike parts from the '30s and '40s, old microphones, TV tubes. The resulting work takes us back to the future.

CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day Official Sweepstakes Rules[ Mon, 30 May 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]The official sweepstakes rules for the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day sweepstakes, which runs from May 30 through August 7, 2011.

Lockheed Martin detects 'significant' attack on its network[ Mon, 30 May 2011 06:09:21 EDT ]Lockheed Martin acknowledged a "tenacious" attack on its information systems network this month but said no customer data was compromised.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Blog chronicles fury over fake news[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:46:59 EDT ]Call them curmudgeons if you will. But some folks on Facebook were shocked -- shocked! -- to learn that the last four minutes of the "Harry Potter" series will be split into seven different movies.

Hackers post fake story about Tupac[ Mon, 30 May 2011 07:57:42 EDT ]Online hackers have pirated the PBS website and posted a false story claiming the rapper Tupac Shakur -- who has been dead for almost 15 years -- is alive and living in New Zealand.

Video: Video games get real[ Thu, 26 May 2011 23:49:27 GMT ]With "Battlefield 3" and "L.A. Noire" video games are getting closer and closer to reality. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

Shuttle astronauts prepare to leave space station[ Sun, 29 May 2011 14:50:47 GMT ]The shuttle Endeavour's astronauts packed gear and prepared to leave the International Space Station on Sunday, wrapping up a 12-day visit to complete construction of the U.S. side of the orbital outpost.

Jetpack flies a mile high[ Sun, 29 May 2011 20:48:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A real-life jetpack passes a key test by soaring to a height of 5,000 feet, deploying a parachute and drifting back down to New Zealand's Canterbury Plains.

NASA to explore potentially threatening asteroid[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:03:01 GMT ]When it comes to visiting asteroids, NASA doesn't pick run-of-the-mill space rocks. The target of NASA's latest asteroid mission is not only thought to be rich in the building blocks of life, it also has a chance — although a remote one — of threatening Earth in the year 2182.

Top 10 ways iOS outdoes Android[ Sat, 28 May 2011 17:09:37 GMT ]Android and iOS are both great, but the operating system that powers iPhones, iPads and iPods does have key attributes that Google's OS lacks. Here are 10.

Robot makes stage debut in play about lust, science[ Sun, 29 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]In an exciting development for robot thespians of the world, a play by novelist and playwright David Lodge features a bot in a walk-on (roll-on) role.

Lockheed Martin confirms it came under attack[ Sun, 29 May 2011 10:34:49 PDT ]Defense contractor confirms that the network problems it has been contending with during the last several days are the result of a "significant and tenacious attack" carried out against its network.

Twitter gives up details of anonymous tweeter[ Sun, 29 May 2011 11:34:58 PDT ]In a case that might help the legal action of soccer star Ryan Giggs, Twitter reveals the personal details of a British tweeter who is alleged to have libeled members of a local council in the U.K.

Congressman's Twitter hacked with naughty picture?[ Sun, 29 May 2011 13:07:38 PDT ]Rep. Anthony Weiner of New York reportedly has his Twitter feed, yfrog account, and Facebook page hacked. An inappropriate photo, purporting to be from him, is reportedly sent to a Seattle student.

Samsung asks to see Apple's next iPhone, iPad[ Sun, 29 May 2011 13:19:16 PDT ]After being required to provide Apple's lawyers with several announced though not yet released Samsung gadgets--as part of Apple's patent suit against the Korean manufacturer--Samsung is now asking to see the "iPhone 5" and "iPad 3."

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

Video: Video games get real[ Thu, 26 May 2011 23:49:27 GMT ]With "Battlefield 3" and "L.A. Noire" video games are getting closer and closer to reality. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

Shuttle astronauts prepare to leave space station[ Sun, 29 May 2011 14:50:47 GMT ]The shuttle Endeavour astronauts packed gear and prepared to leave the International Space Station on Sunday, wrapping up a 12-day visit to complete construction of the U.S. side of the orbital outpost.

NASA to explore potentially threatening asteroid[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:03:01 GMT ]When it comes to visiting asteroids, NASA doesn't pick run-of-the-mill space rocks. The target of NASA's latest asteroid mission is not only thought to be rich in the building blocks of life, it also has a chance — although a remote one — of threatening Earth in the year 2182.

Top 10 ways iOS outdoes Android[ Sat, 28 May 2011 17:09:37 GMT ]Android and iOS are both great, but the operating system that powers iPhones, iPads and iPods does have key attributes that Google's OS lacks. Here are 10.

Uncovering the DNA of successful start-ups[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:00:00 PDT ]What works and what doesn't work when building a Web start-up? The Startup Genome project aims to answer those questions with its initial report, issued today.

Report: Major weapons makers see networks breached by hackers[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:43:43 PDT ]Hackers break into computer systems of Lockheed Martin and other major U.S. military contractors, potentially gaining access to information about future weapons programs as well as military technology currently in use, according to a report.

Day-to-day with the 11-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:15:18 PDT ]Using the 11.6-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2 on a daily basis is a lesson in where the utility of one device ends and that of the other begins.

Anchor Brewery: Start of the U.S. microbrew resurgence (photos)[ Sun, 29 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]CNET visits the San Francisco craft brewery that sparked the microbrew revolution.

Robot makes stage debut in play about lust, science[ Sun, 29 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]In an exciting development for robot thespians of the world, a play by novelist and playwright David Lodge features a bot in a walk-on (roll-on) role.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

Video: Video games get real[ Thu, 26 May 2011 23:49:27 GMT ]With "Battlefield 3" and "L.A. Noire" video games are getting closer and closer to reality. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

Shuttle astronauts prepare to leave space station[ Sun, 29 May 2011 14:50:47 GMT ]The shuttle Endeavour astronauts packed gear and prepared to leave the International Space Station on Sunday, wrapping up a 12-day visit to complete construction of the U.S. side of the orbital outpost.

NASA to explore potentially threatening asteroid[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:03:01 GMT ]When it comes to visiting asteroids, NASA doesn't pick run-of-the-mill space rocks. The target of NASA's latest asteroid mission is not only thought to be rich in the building blocks of life, it also has a chance — although a remote one — of threatening Earth in the year 2182.

Top 10 ways iOS outdoes Android[ Sat, 28 May 2011 17:09:37 GMT ]Android and iOS are both great, but the operating system that powers iPhones, iPads and iPods does have key attributes that Google's OS lacks. Here are 10.

Uncovering the DNA of successful start-ups[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:00:00 PDT ]What works and what doesn't work when building a Web start-up? The Startup Genome project aims to answer those questions with its initial report, issued today.

Report: Major weapons makers see networks breached by hackers[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:43:43 PDT ]Hackers break into computer systems of Lockheed Martin and other major U.S. military contractors, potentially gaining access to information about future weapons programs as well as military technology currently in use, according to a report.

Day-to-day with the 11-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:15:18 PDT ]Using the 11.6-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2 on a daily basis is a lesson in where the utility of one device ends and that of the other begins.

Anchor Brewery: Start of the U.S. microbrew resurgence (photos)[ Sun, 29 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]CNET visits the San Francisco craft brewery that sparked the microbrew revolution.

Robot makes stage debut in play about lust, science[ Sun, 29 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]In an exciting development for robot thespians of the world, a play by novelist and playwright David Lodge features a bot in a walk-on (roll-on) role.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

Headphones that will rock your workout[ Sat, 28 May 2011 17:24:12 GMT ]Whether you workout outdoors or indoors this summer, a good set of headphones will be a great exercise companion.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

Video: Video games get real[ Thu, 26 May 2011 23:49:27 GMT ]With "Battlefield 3" and "L.A. Noire" video games are getting closer and closer to reality. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

NASA to explore potentially threatening asteroid[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:03:01 GMT ]When it comes to visiting asteroids, NASA doesn't pick run-of-the-mill space rocks. The target of NASA's latest asteroid mission is not only thought to be rich in the building blocks of life, it also has a chance — although a remote one — of threatening Earth in the year 2182.

Top 10 ways iOS outdoes Android[ Sat, 28 May 2011 17:09:37 GMT ]Android and iOS are both great, but the operating system that powers iPhones, iPads and iPods does have key attributes that Google's OS lacks. Here are 10.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 28 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell XPS 15z laptop, the Motorola Droid X2, the Asus Eee Slate EP121, and more.

Patriot Act renewed despite warnings of 'secret' law[ Sat, 28 May 2011 06:08:37 PDT ]After senators reveal that Justice Department has a secret interpretation of controversial law, speculation turns to whether cell phone location records are being vacuumed up.

Uncovering the DNA of successful start-ups[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:00:00 PDT ]What works and what doesn't work when building a Web start-up? The Startup Genome project aims to answer those questions with its initial report, issued today.

Report: Major weapons makers see networks breached by hackers[ Sat, 28 May 2011 12:43:43 PDT ]Hackers break into computer systems of Lockheed Martin and other major U.S. military contractors, potentially gaining access to information about future weapons programs as well as military technology currently in use, according to a report.

Day-to-day with the 11-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2[ Sat, 28 May 2011 18:15:18 PDT ]Using the 11.6-inch MacBook Air and the iPad 2 on a daily basis is a lesson in where the utility of one device ends and that of the other begins.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

'Arab Spring' to juice power project?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 19:39:34 GMT ]Cosmic Log: The recent uprisings in North Africa have rattled the short-term prospects for a multi-billion dollar project to generate massive amounts of solar energy in the Sahara and ship a portion of it to Europe. Long term, though, they could foster its success.

Video: 'PlayStation' phone review: The future of mobile games?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 21:01:42 GMT ]Sony Ericsson's Xperia Play, also known as the PlayStation phone, was eagerly anticipated even before it saw the light of day. But is the handset powerful enough to live up to the hype? Gadget editor Wilson Rothman and games editor Todd Kenreck discuss. (msnbc.com)

See 'Mark Zuckerberg' knife a pig[ Fri, 27 May 2011 18:56:58 GMT ]The Facebook CEO says he's killed a lobster, chicken, goat and pig. Want to see what that looks like? Thanks to NMA's animation, you sort of can.

10 grilling gadgets that'll light it up![ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:36:24 GMT ]It's Memorial Day weekend, and that means time to fire up the grill. But why go traditional? From ketchup guns to rideable coolers to the world's tiniest portable fire pit, we have all the tools you'll need for an extreme cookout.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

A MacBook with Apple inside? Intel begs to differ[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:01:39 PDT ]Another rumor has surfaced pointing to a MacBook with an Apple chip inside. In this case, it's a report about a specific chip in a specific system.

A home for Facebookers who don't get Onion's jokes[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:03:12 PDT ]At last someone on Tumblr has begun to document all of those on Facebook who post articles from The Onion as if they were actually true. Behold: Literally Unbelievable.

Pioneer demonstrates cool Floating Vision displays[ Sat, 28 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]In what might sound like a scene from "Minority Report," Pioneer has created a system that lets 3D images appear to float on surfaces such as dashboards.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 28 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell XPS 15z laptop, the Motorola Droid X2, the Asus Eee Slate EP121, and more.

Patriot Act renewed despite warnings of 'secret' law[ Sat, 28 May 2011 06:08:37 PDT ]After senators reveal that Justice Department has a secret interpretation of controversial law, speculation turns to whether cell phone location records are being vacuumed up.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

'Arab Spring' to juice power project?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 19:39:34 GMT ]Cosmic Log: The recent uprisings in North Africa have rattled the short-term prospects for a multi-billion dollar project to generate massive amounts of solar energy in the Sahara and ship a portion of it to Europe. Long term, though, they could foster its success.

Video: 'PlayStation' phone review: The future of mobile games?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 21:01:42 GMT ]Sony Ericsson's Xperia Play, also known as the PlayStation phone, was eagerly anticipated even before it saw the light of day. But is the handset powerful enough to live up to the hype? Gadget editor Wilson Rothman and games editor Todd Kenreck discuss. (msnbc.com)

See 'Mark Zuckerberg' knife a pig[ Fri, 27 May 2011 18:56:58 GMT ]The Facebook CEO says he's killed a lobster, chicken, goat and pig. Want to see what that looks like? Thanks to NMA's animation, you sort of can.

10 grilling gadgets that'll light it up![ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:36:24 GMT ]It's Memorial Day weekend, and that means time to fire up the grill. But why go traditional? From ketchup guns to rideable coolers to the world's tiniest portable fire pit, we have all the tools you'll need for an extreme cookout.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

A MacBook with Apple inside? Intel begs to differ[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:01:39 PDT ]Another rumor has surfaced pointing to a MacBook with an Apple chip inside. In this case, it's a report about a specific chip in a specific system.

A home for Facebookers who don't get Onion's jokes[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:03:12 PDT ]At last someone on Tumblr has begun to document all of those on Facebook who post articles from The Onion as if they were actually true. Behold: Literally Unbelievable.

Pioneer demonstrates cool Floating Vision displays[ Sat, 28 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]In what might sound like a scene from "Minority Report," Pioneer has created a system that lets 3D images appear to float on surfaces such as dashboards.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 28 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Dell XPS 15z laptop, the Motorola Droid X2, the Asus Eee Slate EP121, and more.

Patriot Act renewed despite warnings of 'secret' law[ Sat, 28 May 2011 06:08:37 PDT ]After senators reveal that Justice Department has a secret interpretation of controversial law, speculation turns to whether cell phone location records are being vacuumed up.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

'Arab Spring' to juice power project?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 19:39:34 GMT ]Cosmic Log: The recent uprisings in North Africa have rattled the short-term prospects for a multi-billion dollar project to generate massive amounts of solar energy in the Sahara and ship a portion of it to Europe. Long term, though, they could foster its success.

Mark Zuckerberg kills what he eats[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:25:26 GMT ]Nothing ingratiates 20-something billionaires to the public like self-righteous bloviating about one's new-found dietary practices ... and animal slaughter!

Video: 'PlayStation' phone review: The future of mobile games?[ Fri, 27 May 2011 21:01:42 GMT ]Sony Ericsson's Xperia Play, also known as the PlayStation phone, was eagerly anticipated even before it saw the light of day. But is the handset powerful enough to live up to the hype? Gadget editor Wilson Rothman and games editor Todd Kenreck discuss. (msnbc.com)

10 grilling gadgets that'll light it up![ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:36:24 GMT ]It's Memorial Day weekend, and that means time to fire up the grill. But why go traditional? From ketchup guns to rideable coolers to the world's tiniest portable fire pit, we have all the tools you'll need for an extreme cookout.

Slideshow: NASA's history told through art[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:44:19 GMT ]See some of the highlights from "NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration," an exhibition that highlights works created to celebrate spaceflight.

Rumor: Widgets, better notifications headed to iOS 5[ Fri, 27 May 2011 15:50:44 PDT ]A new rumor suggests that as part of the next iOS release, Apple is overhauling its notifications service as well as adding widgets.

NASA to demonstrate super-cool cooling technology[ Fri, 27 May 2011 15:54:20 PDT ]New cooling system has no moving parts, is scalable in physical size, and can withstand extreme conditions, such as the launch of a rocket into space.

Ford puts EV charge port in a user-friendly spot[ Fri, 27 May 2011 16:12:51 PDT ]Ford engineers researched several locations for the Focus Electric and C-MAX Energi charge ports to provide the best spots for customer use.

A MacBook with Apple inside? Intel begs to differ[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:01:39 PDT ]Another rumor has surfaced pointing to a MacBook with an Apple chip inside. In this case, it's a report about a specific chip in a specific system.

A home for Facebookers who don't get Onion's jokes[ Fri, 27 May 2011 17:03:12 PDT ]At last someone on Tumblr has begun to document all of those on Facebook who post articles from The Onion as if they were actually true. Behold: Literally Unbelievable.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

App tracks your child's pooping habits[ Fri, 27 May 2011 14:54:46 GMT ]How often did your child fill his or her diaper today? How quickly did you take care of the messes? If a new iPhone app which includes a "Poo Management" feature is any indication, these are questions you should be able to answer.

Mark Zuckerberg kills what he eats[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:25:26 GMT ]Nothing ingratiates 20-something billionaires to the public like self-righteous bloviating about one's new-found dietary practices ... and animal slaughter!

Pre-caffeine tech: Oversharing is caring![ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, boutique butchery, Twitter, PlayStation and more!

10 grilling gadgets that'll light it up![ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:36:24 GMT ]It's Memorial Day weekend, and that means time to fire up the grill. But why go traditional? From ketchup guns to rideable coolers to the world's tiniest portable fire pit, we have all the tools you'll need for an extreme cookout.

Astronauts make history on their final spacewalk[ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:05:38 GMT ]Two astronauts made history Friday as the final spacewalkers of NASA's 30-year shuttle program, completing construction of the International Space Station with the smooth addition of an extension pole.

Sony set to revive PSN in Japan[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:13:57 PDT ]The restoration in Japan and other Asian countries will begin tomorrow, allowing gamers to play titles from the PlayStation console. The Qriocity will also become available again.

Obama appointing Twitter CEO to advisory group[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:43:46 PDT ]Twitter chief Dick Costolo will join the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee. Microsoft's Scott Charney and McAfee's David DeWalt will be appointed too.

Zuckerberg: Privacy anxiety is fleeting[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:22:23 PDT ]New features may initially give Facebook users a fright but quickly become the norm and what people expect to find, Facebook's CEO tells audience at G8 forum.

Twitter revamps 'following' pages[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:45:15 PDT ]People can now click on someone's "following" page and see the latest tweets from that group of folks. Profile info will still be available too.

Report: Google bid $100 million for cloud music[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:50:18 PDT ]According to a BusinessWeek report, the record labels are using cloud rights to push Google to do more to protect their content online.

Oprah? Or Opera? E-mailers get confused[ Thu, 26 May 2011 13:32:05 EDT ]First came the flurry of Obama-Osama malaprops. And now this: E-mailers have been confusing Opera Software, a company that makes Web and mobile browsers, with Oprah Winfrey, the retiring talk show queen.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Gamer 'forced' into $1 million for perfect game[ Thu, 26 May 2011 17:44:41 EDT ]Nearly one year ago, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay took to the mound and threw the 20th perfect game in Major League Baseball history, beating the Florida Marlins 1-0.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

App tracks your child's pooping habits[ Fri, 27 May 2011 14:54:46 GMT ]How often did your child fill his or her diaper today? How quickly did you take care of the messes? If a new iPhone app which includes a "Poo Management" feature is any indication, these are questions you should be able to answer.

Mark Zuckerberg kills what he eats[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:25:26 GMT ]Nothing ingratiates 20-something billionaires to the public like self-righteous bloviating about one's new-found dietary practices ... and animal slaughter!

10 grilling gadgets that'll light it up![ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:36:24 GMT ]It's Memorial Day weekend, and that means time to fire up the grill. But why go traditional? From ketchup guns to rideable coolers to the world's tiniest portable fire pit, we have all the tools you'll need for an extreme cookout.

Pre-caffeine tech: Oversharing is caring![ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, boutique butchery, Twitter, PlayStation and more!

Astronauts make history on their final spacewalk[ Fri, 27 May 2011 12:05:38 GMT ]Two astronauts made history Friday as the final spacewalkers of NASA's 30-year shuttle program, completing construction of the International Space Station with the smooth addition of an extension pole.

Sony set to revive PSN in Japan[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:13:57 PDT ]The restoration in Japan and other Asian countries will begin tomorrow, allowing gamers to play titles from the PlayStation console. The Qriocity will also become available again.

Obama appointing Twitter CEO to advisory group[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:43:46 PDT ]Twitter chief Dick Costolo will join the National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee. Microsoft's Scott Charney and McAfee's David DeWalt will be appointed too.

Zuckerberg: Privacy anxiety is fleeting[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:22:23 PDT ]New features may initially give Facebook users a fright but quickly become the norm and what people expect to find, Facebook's CEO tells audience at G8 forum.

Twitter revamps 'following' pages[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:45:15 PDT ]People can now click on someone's "following" page and see the latest tweets from that group of folks. Profile info will still be available too.

Report: Google bid $100 million for cloud music[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:50:18 PDT ]According to a BusinessWeek report, the record labels are using cloud rights to push Google to do more to protect their content online.

Oprah? Or Opera? E-mailers get confused[ Thu, 26 May 2011 13:32:05 EDT ]First came the flurry of Obama-Osama malaprops. And now this: E-mailers have been confusing Opera Software, a company that makes Web and mobile browsers, with Oprah Winfrey, the retiring talk show queen.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Fri, 27 May 2011 06:02:17 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Gamer 'forced' into $1 million for perfect game[ Thu, 26 May 2011 17:44:41 EDT ]Nearly one year ago, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay took to the mound and threw the 20th perfect game in Major League Baseball history, beating the Florida Marlins 1-0.

Why Google TV isn't dead yet[ Fri, 27 May 2011 08:47:02 EDT ]Google TV is a flop so far. Consumers don't seem to care, the TV networks don't like it and most big gadget manufacturers haven't started selling it yet.

20 videos about "Star Wars: The Old Republic"[ Wed, 25 May 2011 22:31:45 GMT ]Jedi, Sith, bounty Hunters, and troopers battle it out in this highly-anticipated Star Wars game and here are 20 videos all about the massively multiplayer online game "Star Wars: The Old Republic."

Shuttle astronauts take on their final spacewalk[ Fri, 27 May 2011 03:50:53 GMT ]Two astronauts suit up for their mission's fourth spacewalk at the International Space Station, marking what is expected to be the last spacewalk ever taken by a space shuttle crew.

Mark Zuckerberg kills what he eats[ Thu, 26 May 2011 21:25:26 GMT ]Nothing ingratiates 20-something billionaires to the public like self-righteous bloviating about one's new-found dietary practices ... and animal slaughter!

Google unveils pay-by-phone system[ Thu, 26 May 2011 20:37:29 GMT ]Google and four bank and telecommunications partners on Thursday unveiled "Google Wallet," taking U.S. shoppers a step closer to paying by waving their mobile phones at the checkout counter.

Funny science sparks serious funding spat[ Thu, 26 May 2011 22:22:06 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The latest in a series of critical reports on the National Science Foundation takes aim at science that's seemingly silly but really isn't.

3D HTML5 video shows up in Firefox[ Thu, 26 May 2011 16:24:37 PDT ]YouTube gets 3D HTML5 video, but only in Firefox 4, and only for the lucky few who have a specific Nvidia graphics card.

Group plans Apple Store protests over tax law[ Thu, 26 May 2011 16:32:15 PDT ]A group is planning to protest in front of, and even inside, Apple retail stores next weekend over the company's involvement with a tax lobbying group.

Infrared satellite survey reveals 17 lost pyramids[ Thu, 26 May 2011 17:10:18 PDT ]Discovery on a massive scale could mean excavations for generations to come. Meanwhile, a robot finds symbols in the Great Pyramid of Giza.

PayPal lawsuit alleges Google stole trade secrets[ Thu, 26 May 2011 18:12:24 PDT ]PayPal claims the Web giant misappropriated trade secrets by hiring away a key executive in PayPal's mobile payments effort.

Nokia sticking by Symbian until 2016, Elop says[ Thu, 26 May 2011 18:43:04 PDT ]Nokia may have promised Microsoft primary allegiance as the hardware's OS of choice, but that doesn't mean it's ready to hang Symbian out to dry.

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Thu, 26 May 2011 05:57:01 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Vacation tips on how to truly unplug[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:23:39 EDT ]In the United States, we don't vacation often. And thanks to our ever-growing cadre of mobile gadgets, some experts fear that we don't vacation very well, either.

20 videos about "Star Wars: The Old Republic"[ Wed, 25 May 2011 22:31:45 GMT ]Jedi, Sith, bounty Hunters, and troopers battle it out in this highly-anticipated Star Wars game and here are 20 videos all about the massively multiplayer online game "Star Wars: The Old Republic."

Live chat: Bye bye, paper, it's e-reading time[ Thu, 26 May 2011 12:25:30 GMT ]Join msnbc.com's Wilson Rothman at 11am Pacific/2pm Eastern to discuss e-readers, e-books and the ins and outs of investing in a digital library, or subscribing to digital magazines and newspapers.

'Fire!' How the stage was set for a NASA tragedy[ Thu, 26 May 2011 15:37:24 GMT ]NBC News' Jay Barbree focuses on the darkest hour for NASA's moon effort — the Apollo 1 fire of 1967 — in an excerpt from "Moon Shot: The Inside Story of America's Apollo Moon Landings."

New 3-D map of universe is 'best one yet'[ Wed, 25 May 2011 23:57:30 GMT ]Astronomers have created the most complete 3-D map of our local universe, revealing new details about our place in the cosmos.

Pre-caffeine tech: Harry Potter, troll hunters, e-Readers![ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tech, gadgets, Internet culture and more!

Sony sees profit this fiscal year, despite PSN breach[ Thu, 26 May 2011 06:56:02 PDT ]LCD TV sales will push Sony's profits to more than $963 million in the fiscal year that ends next March, the company predicts. That stands in stark contrast to the most recent year.

Amazon tries again with 99-cent Lady Gaga album[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:25:23 PDT ]The over-the-top pop star "definitely melted some servers" on the first go-round on Monday, Amazon says. "This time we're ready."

Security researcher finds 'cookiejacking' risk in IE[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:44:12 PDT ]An independent security researcher says the browser is vulnerable to hackers gaining access to a person's cookie files and then logging on to password-protected sites.

Senate panel OKs controversial antipiracy bill[ Thu, 26 May 2011 08:14:29 PDT ]The Protect IP Act makes it through the judiciary committee, but before it can be passed in the full chamber, it is likely to be opposed by Sen. Ron Wyden. Can he stop the bill from becoming law?

Skype suffers outage, delivers quick fix[ Thu, 26 May 2011 08:25:59 PDT ]The VoIP service was down for a "small number" of users this morning, the company says as it provides an initial workaround and promises an easier fix soon.

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Thu, 26 May 2011 05:57:01 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Vacation tips on how to truly unplug[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:23:39 EDT ]In the United States, we don't vacation often. And thanks to our ever-growing cadre of mobile gadgets, some experts fear that we don't vacation very well, either.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Thu, 26 May 2011 10:12:34 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

20 videos about "Star Wars: The Old Republic"[ Wed, 25 May 2011 22:31:45 GMT ]Jedi, Sith, bounty Hunters, and troopers battle it out in this highly-anticipated Star Wars game and here are 20 videos all about the massively multiplayer online game "Star Wars: The Old Republic."

Live chat: Bye bye, paper, it's e-reading time[ Thu, 26 May 2011 12:25:30 GMT ]Join msnbc.com's Wilson Rothman at 11am Pacific/2pm Eastern to discuss e-readers, e-books and the ins and outs of investing in a digital library, or subscribing to digital magazines and newspapers.

'Fire!' How the stage was set for a NASA tragedy[ Thu, 26 May 2011 15:37:24 GMT ]NBC News' Jay Barbree focuses on the darkest hour for NASA's moon effort — the Apollo 1 fire of 1967 — in an excerpt from "Moon Shot: The Inside Story of America's Apollo Moon Landings."

New 3-D map of universe is 'best one yet'[ Wed, 25 May 2011 23:57:30 GMT ]Astronomers have created the most complete 3-D map of our local universe, revealing new details about our place in the cosmos.

Pre-caffeine tech: Harry Potter, troll hunters, e-Readers![ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tech, gadgets, Internet culture and more!

Sony sees profit this fiscal year, despite PSN breach[ Thu, 26 May 2011 06:56:02 PDT ]LCD TV sales will push Sony's profits to more than $963 million in the fiscal year that ends next March, the company predicts. That stands in stark contrast to the most recent year.

Amazon tries again with 99-cent Lady Gaga album[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:25:23 PDT ]The over-the-top pop star "definitely melted some servers" on the first go-round on Monday, Amazon says. "This time we're ready."

Security researcher finds 'cookiejacking' risk in IE[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:44:12 PDT ]An independent security researcher says the browser is vulnerable to hackers gaining access to a person's cookie files and then logging on to password-protected sites.

Senate panel OKs controversial antipiracy bill[ Thu, 26 May 2011 08:14:29 PDT ]The Protect IP Act makes it through the judiciary committee, but before it can be passed in the full chamber, it is likely to be opposed by Sen. Ron Wyden. Can he stop the bill from becoming law?

Skype suffers outage, delivers quick fix[ Thu, 26 May 2011 08:25:59 PDT ]The VoIP service was down for a "small number" of users this morning, the company says as it provides an initial workaround and promises an easier fix soon.

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Thu, 26 May 2011 05:57:01 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Vacation tips on how to truly unplug[ Thu, 26 May 2011 07:23:39 EDT ]In the United States, we don't vacation often. And thanks to our ever-growing cadre of mobile gadgets, some experts fear that we don't vacation very well, either.

10 Facebook facts and what they say about us[ Thu, 26 May 2011 10:12:34 EDT ]A study released this week revealed that 47% of Facebook users have swear words on their pages. A survey last week, meanwhile, showed that undergraduate men who talk about alcohol on Facebook tend to have more friends -- the study hypothesized that references to booze may lead to more social acceptance by peers.

Skewed sex ratio curbs courtship[ Wed, 25 May 2011 19:10:13 GMT ]Cosmic Log: When a woman walks into a male-crowded bar she's unlikely to be showered with courtly attention — that is if findings about mating in the animal kingdom translate to the human realm.

SmartShawl protects unborn babies from radiation?[ Wed, 25 May 2011 18:14:21 GMT ]The SmartShawl was invented by mothers who wanted to prevent exposing their unborn children to the potentially harmful effects of radiation from everyday appliances, from cellphones to Wi-Fi.

Video: Top 5: Video game robots[ Tue, 24 May 2011 22:56:39 GMT ]From the helpful to the homicidal; these are In-Game's top 5 video game robots. (In-Game)

Electron acts like a perfect sphere[ Wed, 25 May 2011 23:02:10 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The most precise measurements of the electron ever made suggest that it's perfectly spherical to an accuracy of less than an octillionth of a centimeter — a tiny number that physicists say can make a big difference in the nature of the cosmos.

Ancient sea monsters not to be messed with[ Wed, 25 May 2011 19:42:55 GMT ]Bizarre shrimp-like monsters that were the world's largest predators for millions of years grew even larger and survived much longer than thought, scientists find.

Google may reveal mobile-payment plans Thursday[ Wed, 25 May 2011 14:42:57 PDT ]Google is holding a press conference in New York on Thursday where it's expected to take the wraps off a new mobile payment system. CNET is live-blogging the event.

U.S. wind growing again, but business still choppy[ Wed, 25 May 2011 16:16:31 PDT ]Developers are scrambling to put turbines in the ground ahead of the expiration of federal tax credits for wind in 2013. Beyond that date, the industry's fortunes are hazy.

B&N fires back at Amazon over Kindle battery life[ Wed, 25 May 2011 16:34:14 PDT ]A small controversy is brewing over which e-reader lays claim to the title of having the best battery life.

Swing your sabers! Today is Geek Pride Day[ Wed, 25 May 2011 16:41:23 PDT ]Hackers, programmers, gamers, and overall dweebs have reason to rejoice. It's Geek Pride Day, when geeks the world over are supposed to revel anew in everything that makes them misunderstood by the other half.

Google's mobile-payments service dubbed 'Google Wallet'?[ Wed, 25 May 2011 19:45:06 PDT ]Some of the Web giant's plans to turn smartphones into mobile wallets appears to have been revealed by a partner ahead of the company's own event to announce the program.

Confessions of a Grouponaholic[ Wed, 25 May 2011 09:06:17 EDT ]There's a deliciously seductive power to Groupon, isn't there?

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Wed, 25 May 2011 07:07:59 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Umpire strikes back over 'stolen' iPhone[ Wed, 25 May 2011 00:41:43 GMT ]Forgetfulness, tracking software and a case of mistaken cellphone identity led a kids' baseball umpire to hunt down and punch a man he mistook to be an iPhone thief.

'Super Mario' runs amok in Chrome Web store[ Tue, 24 May 2011 22:55:41 GMT ]Mario and Luigi are out to get you. It sounds ludicrous, but it's a real fear if you plan on downloading two new versions of the classic Nintendo games "Super Mario World" or "Super Mario World 2," both reformatted as apps for Google's Chrome Web app store.

Police on radio scanner apps: That's not a 10-4[ Wed, 25 May 2011 12:26:21 GMT ]If you're one of the millions of smartphone users who've downloaded scanner apps with names like iScanner, PoliceStream and 5-0 Radio Police Scanner, pay attention: You might be breaking the law.

Pre-caffeine: Crime, both online and off[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tech, gadgets and Internet security.

Video: Top 5: Video game robots[ Tue, 24 May 2011 22:56:39 GMT ]From the helpful to the homicidal; these are In-Game's top 5 video game robots. (In-Game)

TiVo revenue slides, but profit soars on Dish case[ Wed, 25 May 2011 06:36:35 PDT ]Company says its quarterly performance underscores the importance of its patent portfolio over the long term.

Scam targets Apple App Store customers[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:00:30 PDT ]Phony e-mails tell people their App Store orders have been cancelled, hoping they'll click on a link that whisks them to an online pharmacy.

ElcomSoft to sell iPhone decryption toolkit[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:02:16 PDT ]The Russian company says it has a way to decrypt iPhone file system dumps and thus let law enforcement agencies get forensic access to the smartphone.

Amazon launches Oracle relational database service[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:27:09 PDT ]Amazon Web Services launches its Relational Database Service for Oracle with both an offer of licensing and a bring-your-own license arrangement.

Microsoft Windows Phone "Mango"[ Wed, 25 May 2011 09:05:44 PDT ]Barnes and Noble unveils a new black and white touch-capable Nook e-reader, Apple finally responds with a fix for the MacDefender malware program, and Microsoft unveils the next version of Windows Phone 7 codenamed "Mango."

Confessions of a Grouponaholic[ Wed, 25 May 2011 09:06:17 EDT ]There's a deliciously seductive power to Groupon, isn't there?

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Wed, 25 May 2011 07:07:59 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Umpire strikes back over 'stolen' iPhone[ Wed, 25 May 2011 00:41:43 GMT ]Forgetfulness, tracking software and a case of mistaken cellphone identity led a kids' baseball umpire to hunt down and punch a man he mistook to be an iPhone thief.

'Super Mario' runs amok in Chrome Web store[ Tue, 24 May 2011 22:55:41 GMT ]Mario and Luigi are out to get you. It sounds ludicrous, but it's a real fear if you plan on downloading two new versions of the classic Nintendo games "Super Mario World" or "Super Mario World 2," both reformatted as apps for Google's Chrome Web app store.

Police on radio scanner apps: That's not a 10-4[ Wed, 25 May 2011 12:26:21 GMT ]If you're one of the millions of smartphone users who've downloaded scanner apps with names like iScanner, PoliceStream and 5-0 Radio Police Scanner, pay attention: You might be breaking the law.

Pre-caffeine: Crime, both online and off[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tech, gadgets and Internet security.

Video: Top 5: Video game robots[ Tue, 24 May 2011 22:56:39 GMT ]From the helpful to the homicidal; these are In-Game's top 5 video game robots. (In-Game)

Kindle battery life doubles overnight[ Wed, 25 May 2011 06:23:48 PDT ]With the arrival of the new Nook, Amazon appears to have taken issue with how its competitor presented its battery life numbers.

TiVo revenue slides, but profit soars on Dish case[ Wed, 25 May 2011 06:36:35 PDT ]Company says its quarterly performance underscores the importance of its patent portfolio over the long term.

Scam targets Apple App Store customers[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:00:30 PDT ]Phony e-mails tell people their App Store orders have been cancelled, hoping they'll click on a link that whisks them to an online pharmacy.

ElcomSoft to sell iPhone decryption toolkit[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:02:16 PDT ]The Russian company says it has a way to decrypt iPhone file system dumps and thus let law enforcement agencies get forensic access to the smartphone.

Amazon launches Oracle relational database service[ Wed, 25 May 2011 08:27:09 PDT ]Amazon Web Services launches its Relational Database Service for Oracle with both an offer of licensing and a bring-your-own license arrangement.

Confessions of a Grouponaholic[ Wed, 25 May 2011 09:06:17 EDT ]There's a deliciously seductive power to Groupon, isn't there?

Ex-Facebooker: You can't be friends with everyone[ Wed, 25 May 2011 07:07:59 EDT ]It's proven by research, Dave Morin says. You can't really, truly be friends with more than 50 people at once; and your brain can't manage a social network that's larger than 150 people, according to Robin Dunbar at Oxford.

Lady Gaga album demand overwhelms Amazon servers[ Tue, 24 May 2011 14:37:41 GMT ]Much like the caller in the Lady Gaga hit song "Telephone," some visitors to Amazon's site received a busy signal Monday when they tried to download the digital version of the artist's latest album, "Born This Way," which the online retailer was selling for 99 cents on its release date.

First official 'Modern Warfare 3' trailer hits Web[ Tue, 24 May 2011 15:21:40 GMT ]A great deal of details about "Modern Warfare 3" were leaked a few weeks ago, but that doesn't stop us from getting excited about the release of the first official trailer for the game.

That famous shuttle photo: When is sharing stealing?[ Tue, 24 May 2011 00:09:31 GMT ]When Stefanie Gordon shot an iPhone photo of the space shuttle Endeavour soaring through the clouds, she landed smack in the middle of an ethical and legal debate about digital copyrights that may be as important as the future of the Internet itself.

Cities becoming bigger tornado targets[ Mon, 23 May 2011 23:46:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: People once thought cities might be relatively immune from a tornado's terrors due to tall buildings or urban heat islands — but no more.

Pre-caffeine: Fast networks, pug crawls[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tablets, e-readers, Internet security and more.

Study: Smart meter impact depends on collective use[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:12:42 PDT ]A examination of 750,000 households shows an incremental reduction in energy use in individual homes but the potential for a huge impact for the U.S. collectively.

Sony takes PSN offline today for account maintenance[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:33:12 PDT ]In the midst of Sony's efforts to rebuild the security of its PlayStation services, the company warns it is taking PSN offline today for maintenance. The PlayStation Store will not be back today either, the company reports.

Square vies with NFC for mobile payments[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:49:21 PDT ]Through its revamped mobile apps for iOS and Android, Square is looking to offer an alternative beyond NFC to pay for items via a mobile device without the need for cash or credit card.

Twitter tweezes TweetDeck[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:54:11 PDT ]Two major announcements come from events for Microsoft's Windows Phone 7.5 and for Barnes & Noble's Nook, T-Mobile and Verizon have more 4G offerings, and Twitter buys popular client TweetDeck.

Ford develops heart-monitoring seat[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:59:20 PDT ]The technology, developed at the carmaker's European R&D center, is still a long way from making it into vehicles but could potentially be used to warn of heart attacks.

New malware revives Mac vs. Windows debate[ Tue, 24 May 2011 06:37:56 EDT ]A new piece of malware has caused an uptick in Apple customers reporting infected machines, renewing a timeless debate on the state of Macintosh security versus Windows.

New Square app seeks to replace cash registers[ Mon, 23 May 2011 18:07:19 EDT ]Square co-founder Jack Dorsey, who also invented Twitter, is introducing an unusual system for mobile payments -- one that looks more like Foursquare than the popular tap-and-pay model.

Mobile app helps doctors diagnose strokes[ Tue, 24 May 2011 07:13:22 EDT ]When a patient suffers an acute stroke, the outcome often rests on how quickly they receive expert care.

Lady Gaga album demand overwhelms Amazon servers[ Tue, 24 May 2011 14:37:41 GMT ]Much like the caller in the Lady Gaga hit song "Telephone," some visitors to Amazon's site received a busy signal Monday when they tried to download the digital version of the artist's latest album, "Born This Way," which the online retailer was selling for 99 cents on its release date.

First official 'Modern Warfare 3' trailer hits Web[ Tue, 24 May 2011 15:21:40 GMT ]A great deal of details about "Modern Warfare 3" were leaked a few weeks ago, but that doesn't stop us from getting excited about the release of the first official trailer for the game.

That famous shuttle photo: When is sharing stealing?[ Tue, 24 May 2011 00:09:31 GMT ]When Stefanie Gordon shot an iPhone photo of the space shuttle Endeavour soaring through the clouds, she landed smack in the middle of an ethical and legal debate about digital copyrights that may be as important as the future of the Internet itself.

Cities becoming bigger tornado targets[ Mon, 23 May 2011 23:46:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: People once thought cities might be relatively immune from a tornado's terrors due to tall buildings or urban heat islands — but no more.

Pre-caffeine: Fast networks, pug crawls[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on tablets, e-readers, Internet security and more.

Compact new Nook gets touch screen, lower price[ Tue, 24 May 2011 07:57:09 PDT ]Barnes & Noble unveils a compact new $139 Nook, cutting the price on earlier models. The new Nook won't run apps, but the company says it's got several improvements for the core job of reading books.

Microsoft shows off new Windows Phone 7 features[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:07:50 PDT ]The software giant demonstrates new features for its lagging phone operating system, including smoother social-networking and multitasking services.

Study: Smart meter impact depends on collective use[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:12:42 PDT ]A examination of 750,000 households shows an incremental reduction in energy use in individual homes but the potential for a huge impact for the U.S. collectively.

Sony takes PSN offline today for account maintenance[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:33:12 PDT ]In the midst of Sony's efforts to rebuild the security of its PlayStation services, the company warns it is taking PSN offline today for maintenance. The PlayStation Store will not be back today either, the company reports.

Twitter tweezes TweetDeck[ Tue, 24 May 2011 08:54:11 PDT ]Two major announcements come from events for Microsoft's Windows Phone 7.5 and for Barnes & Noble's Nook, T-Mobile and Verizon have more 4G offerings, and Twitter buys popular client TweetDeck.

New malware revives Mac vs. Windows debate[ Tue, 24 May 2011 06:37:56 EDT ]A new piece of malware has caused an uptick in Apple customers reporting infected machines, renewing a timeless debate on the state of Macintosh security versus Windows.

New Square app seeks to replace cash registers[ Mon, 23 May 2011 18:07:19 EDT ]Square co-founder Jack Dorsey, who also invented Twitter, is introducing an unusual system for mobile payments -- one that looks more like Foursquare than the popular tap-and-pay model.

Mobile app helps doctors diagnose strokes[ Tue, 24 May 2011 07:13:22 EDT ]When a patient suffers an acute stroke, the outcome often rests on how quickly they receive expert care.

How to protect your identity during a disaster[ Mon, 23 May 2011 23:14:31 GMT ]Natural disasters frequently leave an amazing amount of devastation in their wake, forcing many victims to start rebuilding their lives from scratch. Loss of personal documents only complicates relationships with federal agencies and other disaster-relief agencies.

Facebook is coming for your children[ Mon, 23 May 2011 17:16:54 GMT ]CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he'd like the law to allow kids younger than 13 to join Facebook. He says it will help education. He didn't mention the part about the money.

Cities becoming bigger tornado targets[ Mon, 23 May 2011 23:46:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: People once thought cities might be relatively immune from a tornado's terrors due to tall buildings or urban heat islands — but no more.

Joplin tornado: How to help[ Mon, 23 May 2011 15:46:45 GMT ]Here's how you can get involved and help those affected by the deadliest single U.S. tornado since 1953.

Joplin tornado came with terrifying speed[ Mon, 23 May 2011 19:47:27 GMT ]The deadly tornado that ripped through Missouri on Sunday evening, killing at least 89 people, intensified with uncommon speed, according to storm trackers.

Developers pleased with Apple's Lodsys response[ Mon, 23 May 2011 17:59:15 PDT ]While a legal battle could still be ahead, developers are breathing a sigh of relief after Apple came to their defense against a group seeking licensing fees to use the in-app purchase feature.

Report: Twitter buys TweetDeck for $40 million[ Mon, 23 May 2011 19:47:49 PDT ]The microblogging service has agreed to acquire the Twitter desktop client preferred by many of the social-media service's most active users, according to a CNN report.

Tipster: New Nook is 'The Simple Touch Reader'[ Mon, 23 May 2011 19:58:56 PDT ]With Barnes & Noble set to launch a new e-reader just hours from now, a tipster has told CNET the device is a touch-screen e-ink e-reader that will retail for $139.

Research firm says iPad 2 shortfall possible[ Mon, 23 May 2011 20:08:24 PDT ]A research firm says that iPad 2 production could take a hit in the second quarter due to an explosion at a Foxconn facility--Foxconn assurances notwithstanding.

Yahoo rolls out new e-mail service[ Mon, 23 May 2011 21:00:00 PDT ]After seven months in beta, Yahoo Mail launches, offering more social-networking tools and apps from partners such as YouSendIt and Evite baked into the service.

New malware revives Mac vs. Windows debate[ Mon, 23 May 2011 07:13:24 EDT ]A new piece of malware has caused an uptick in Apple customers reporting infected machines, renewing a timeless debate on the state of Macintosh security versus Windows.

New Square app seeks to replace cash registers[ Mon, 23 May 2011 18:07:19 EDT ]Square co-founder Jack Dorsey, who also invented Twitter, is introducing an unusual system for mobile payments -- one that looks more like Foursquare than the popular tap-and-pay model.

Mobile app helps doctors diagnose strokes[ Mon, 23 May 2011 19:34:14 EDT ]When a patient suffers an acute stroke, the outcome often rests on how quickly they receive expert care.

Doodle 4 Google winner: Matteo Lopez, 7[ Fri, 20 May 2011 14:11:08 GMT ]After 5 million votes and 107,000 submissions, seven-year-old Matteo Lopez emerged as the national winner of the annual Doodle 4 Google contest with "Space Life."

Software can point to winning climate tech[ Thu, 19 May 2011 18:49:38 GMT ]Cosmic Log: A team of U.S. researchers has developed a model to identify technologies that are on the fast track to constant improvement. When applied to energy, it could help investors and policymakers sort out which ones will help us avoid catastrophic climate change.

Spacesuit glitch forces early end to spacewalk[ Fri, 20 May 2011 14:36:54 GMT ]Two Endeavour astronauts took a spacewalk to upgrade the International Space Station, but had to cut their work short when a spacesuit sensor that detects carbon dioxide levels failed.

10 gadgets for truly horrible people[ Fri, 20 May 2011 12:11:53 GMT ]The TV Poltergeist will turn someone's TV on and off all day long — everyday. A hidden Annoy-a-tron will punish all those in a room with frustrating beeps and buzzing. The Freeloader Spork telescopes to steal other people's food. Are you a bad person? Here are 10 ways to get worse.

Pre-caffeine tech: Last post pre-zombie apocalypse[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Sigma aims SD1 at pro photographers[ Fri, 20 May 2011 06:26:10 PDT ]The $9,700 SLR's Foveon sensor captures three colors per pixel rather than the usual one. Sigma is betting people will pay for that difference.

'Evil Dead' seeks rebirth in iPhone game[ Fri, 20 May 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]The makers of the cult classic hope that their new game could fire up the passionate fans of the 30-year-old movie, while also attracting a new audience in advance of a possible "Evil Deal 4."

Liberty Media offers $1B for Barnes & Noble stake[ Fri, 20 May 2011 07:13:14 PDT ]Company made its intentions known yesterday. If Barnes & Noble approves the deal, Liberty will have a 70 percent equity stake in the company.

Scientists: Apple makes your brain go all religious[ Fri, 20 May 2011 08:16:45 PDT ]British neuroscientists declare that the brain of an Apple disciple is not dissimilar to those who experience religious devotion.

Microsoft and Facebook team up to fight child porn[ Fri, 20 May 2011 08:58:44 PDT ]The world's largest social network has joined the PhotoDNA program, which was developed by Microsoft Research with help from Dartmouth College.

What the Internet is hiding from you[ Thu, 19 May 2011 06:47:44 EDT ]Eli Pariser made his mark on the Internet as the executive director of MoveOn.Org, the liberal group that was perhaps the first to turn the Web into a tool for massive political action.

Is Apple truly a 'religious' experience?[ Thu, 19 May 2011 23:27:55 EDT ]Next time Grandma asks why you're going to the mall on Sunday morning instead of church, tell her you're going to Apple Chapel.

Doodle 4 Google winner: Matteo Lopez, 7[ Fri, 20 May 2011 14:11:08 GMT ]After 5 million votes and 107,000 submissions, seven-year-old Matteo Lopez emerged as the national winner of the annual Doodle 4 Google contest with "Space Life."

Software can point to winning climate tech[ Thu, 19 May 2011 18:49:38 GMT ]Cosmic Log: A team of U.S. researchers has developed a model to identify technologies that are on the fast track to constant improvement. When applied to energy, it could help investors and policymakers sort out which ones will help us avoid catastrophic climate change.

Spacesuit glitch forces early end to spacewalk[ Fri, 20 May 2011 14:36:54 GMT ]Two Endeavour astronauts took a spacewalk to upgrade the International Space Station, but had to cut their work short when a spacesuit sensor that detects carbon dioxide levels failed.

10 gadgets for truly horrible people[ Fri, 20 May 2011 12:11:53 GMT ]The TV Poltergeist will turn someone's TV on and off all day long — everyday. A hidden Annoy-a-tron will punish all those in a room with frustrating beeps and buzzing. The Freeloader Spork telescopes to steal other people's food. Are you a bad person? Here are 10 ways to get worse.

Pre-caffeine tech: Last post pre-zombie apocalypse[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Kiss rockers to showcase Babel-busting tech[ Fri, 20 May 2011 06:10:34 PDT ]Ortsbo.com is using Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley to demonstrate technology that helps people speak to each other in their native tongues.

Sigma aims SD1 at pro photographers[ Fri, 20 May 2011 06:26:10 PDT ]The $9,700 SLR's Foveon sensor captures three colors per pixel rather than the usual one. Sigma is betting people will pay for that difference.

'Evil Dead' seeks rebirth in iPhone game[ Fri, 20 May 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]The makers of the cult classic hope that their new game could fire up the passionate fans of the 30-year-old movie, while also attracting a new audience in advance of a possible "Evil Deal 4."

Liberty Media offers $1B for Barnes & Noble stake[ Fri, 20 May 2011 07:13:14 PDT ]Company made its intentions known yesterday. If Barnes & Noble approves the deal, Liberty will have a 70 percent equity stake in the company.

Scientists: Apple makes your brain go all religious[ Fri, 20 May 2011 08:16:45 PDT ]British neuroscientists declare that the brain of an Apple disciple is not dissimilar to those who experience religious devotion.

What the Internet is hiding from you[ Thu, 19 May 2011 06:47:44 EDT ]Eli Pariser made his mark on the Internet as the executive director of MoveOn.Org, the liberal group that was perhaps the first to turn the Web into a tool for massive political action.

Is Apple truly a 'religious' experience?[ Thu, 19 May 2011 23:27:55 EDT ]Next time Grandma asks why you're going to the mall on Sunday morning instead of church, tell her you're going to Apple Chapel.

Recycle gadgets at Amazon for store credit[ Thu, 19 May 2011 14:42:05 GMT ]If you're in purge mode, consider recycling your electronics, video games, DVDs and textbooks at Amazon, where you can get store gift cards in return for house clutter.

Instant replay: iPhone vs. Android discussion[ Thu, 19 May 2011 12:08:14 GMT ]It's easy for facts to get lost in the screaming back and forth between Android lovers and iPhone fanboys, but there are key differences that can be discussed without all the rhetoric.

Verizon Wireless gets its first Windows Phone 7[ Thu, 19 May 2011 16:44:12 GMT ]The HTC Trophy will land a place on Verizon's shelf as the first Windows Phone 7 to come to the wireless carrier's stores June 2.

Bible's 'forgeries' are stirring up a fuss[ Thu, 19 May 2011 23:52:13 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A biblical scholar has raised a holy fuss by declaring that more than a third of the books of the New Testament are "forgeries."

Software can point to winning climate tech[ Thu, 19 May 2011 18:49:38 GMT ]Cosmic Log: A team of U.S. researchers has developed a model to identify technologies that are on the fast track to constant improvement. When applied to energy, it could help investors and policymakers sort out which ones will help us avoid catastrophic climate change.

Google Voice and Sprint integration: Hands-on review[ Thu, 19 May 2011 16:23:00 PDT ]We spent some quality time with Google Voice on a Sprint phone, and now we're ready to talk about it. Here are the highs and lows of Google's new partnership with Sprint.

Symantec to buy Clearwell for $390 million[ Thu, 19 May 2011 16:25:16 PDT ]Deal for privately held e-discovery firm will bolster the security company's efforts in the growing market for electronic legal-document discovery.

Google-backed $5 billion power line clears hurdle[ Thu, 19 May 2011 16:35:11 PDT ]Ruling by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is just the first step. The project would transport electricity from wind farms off the Atlantic coast.

Jobs pitches Apple store concept in '01 (video)[ Thu, 19 May 2011 17:02:58 PDT ]A promotional video of Apple CEO Steve Jobs introducing the first Apple retail store back in 2001 shows how much has changed, and how much is still the same.

Lenovo: USB 3.0 mainstream in 2012[ Thu, 19 May 2011 18:48:16 PDT ]A ThinkPad marketing executive sees USB 3.0 catching on in a big way. From here on out, many, if not most, PCs will sport the high-speed connector.

Apple's 'crazy' retail gamble is a hit[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:56:19 EDT ]It started with one store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia, just outside of Washington.

What the Internet is hiding from you[ Thu, 19 May 2011 06:47:44 EDT ]Eli Pariser made his mark on the Internet as the executive director of MoveOn.Org, the liberal group that was perhaps the first to turn the Web into a tool for massive political action.

Recycle gadgets at Amazon for store credit[ Thu, 19 May 2011 14:42:05 GMT ]If you're in purge mode, consider recycling your electronics, video games, DVDs and textbooks at Amazon, where you can get store gift cards in return for house clutter.

10 best Android features that the iPhone lacks[ Thu, 19 May 2011 12:08:02 GMT ]We love both Android and iOS, but the open nature of Android means it can do things others just can't. Here are our favorite Android apps and features that you won't find on its Apple-clad brethren.

Live chat: iPhone vs. Android, a troll-free discussion[ Thu, 19 May 2011 12:08:14 GMT ]It's easy for facts to get lost in the screaming back and forth between Android lovers and iPhone fanboys, but there are key differences that can be discussed without all the rhetoric. Join us at 12 noon Pacific/3pm Eastern to chat.

Watch Virgin's spaceship do the twist[ Thu, 19 May 2011 02:49:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Virgin Galactic's video of SpaceShipTwo's first "feathered" flight gives you a good sense of what it'll be like to ride that plane to outer space.

Pre-caffeine: Myth Busters, Android clusters[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Amazon: Kindle books outselling all print books[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:16:22 PDT ]Since April 1, for every 100 print books Amazon.com has sold, the company says it has sold 105 Kindle books.

Top Intel exec: Apple 'helps shape our road map'[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:19:29 PDT ]Intel's senior vice president of sales and marketing also acknowledges that Apple continues to push the chipmaker "hard."

Woman kicked off train after 16-hour cell phone chat[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:25:24 PDT ]A woman is removed from an Amtrak train and charged with disorderly conduct after she reportedly talks nonstop on her cell phone from Oakland, Calif., to Salem, Ore.

Android ups lead as ad network's top mobile platform[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:53:05 PDT ]Google's Android grabbed 53 percent of all ad impressions on Millennial Media's mobile ad network last month, a rise of 10 percent from the prior month.

LinkedIn soars in first day of trading[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:56:14 PDT ]Shares of the business social network have doubled this morning from the IPO price of $45.

The ethics of reposting others' stuff online[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:58:57 EDT ]Sad but true: Much of what we do online, we do for vainglorious reasons.

Apple's 'crazy' retail gamble is a hit[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:56:19 EDT ]It started with one store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia, just outside of Washington.

What the Internet is hiding from you[ Thu, 19 May 2011 06:47:44 EDT ]Eli Pariser made his mark on the Internet as the executive director of MoveOn.Org, the liberal group that was perhaps the first to turn the Web into a tool for massive political action.

Recycle gadgets at Amazon for store credit[ Thu, 19 May 2011 14:42:05 GMT ]If you're in purge mode, consider recycling your electronics, video games, DVDs and textbooks at Amazon, where you can get store gift cards in return for house clutter.

10 best Android features that the iPhone lacks[ Thu, 19 May 2011 12:08:02 GMT ]We love both Android and iOS, but the open nature of Android means it can do things others just can't. Here are our favorite Android apps and features that you won't find on its Apple-clad brethren.

Live chat: iPhone vs. Android, a troll-free discussion[ Thu, 19 May 2011 12:08:14 GMT ]It's easy for facts to get lost in the screaming back and forth between Android lovers and iPhone fanboys, but there are key differences that can be discussed without all the rhetoric. Join us at 12 noon Pacific/3pm Eastern to chat.

Watch Virgin's spaceship do the twist[ Thu, 19 May 2011 02:49:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Virgin Galactic's video of SpaceShipTwo's first "feathered" flight gives you a good sense of what it'll be like to ride that plane to outer space.

Pre-caffeine: Myth Busters, Android clusters[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Amazon: Kindle books outselling all print books[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:16:22 PDT ]Since April 1, for every 100 print books Amazon.com has sold, the company says it has sold 105 Kindle books.

Top Intel exec: Apple 'helps shape our road map'[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:19:29 PDT ]Intel's senior vice president of sales and marketing also acknowledges that Apple continues to push the chipmaker "hard."

Woman kicked off train after 16-hour cell phone chat[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:25:24 PDT ]A woman is removed from an Amtrak train and charged with disorderly conduct after she reportedly talks nonstop on her cell phone from Oakland, Calif., to Salem, Ore.

Android ups lead as ad network's top mobile platform[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:53:05 PDT ]Google's Android grabbed 53 percent of all ad impressions on Millennial Media's mobile ad network last month, a rise of 10 percent from the prior month.

LinkedIn soars in first day of trading[ Thu, 19 May 2011 08:56:14 PDT ]Shares of the business social network have doubled this morning from the IPO price of $45.

The ethics of reposting others' stuff online[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:58:57 EDT ]Sad but true: Much of what we do online, we do for vainglorious reasons.

Apple's 'crazy' retail gamble is a hit[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:56:19 EDT ]It started with one store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia, just outside of Washington.

What the Internet is hiding from you[ Thu, 19 May 2011 06:47:44 EDT ]Eli Pariser made his mark on the Internet as the executive director of MoveOn.Org, the liberal group that was perhaps the first to turn the Web into a tool for massive political action.

Feds question 13-year-old over Facebook post[ Wed, 18 May 2011 15:31:14 GMT ]A Washington-state mother expresses her outrage after the Secret Service interrogates her 13-year-old without her consent or knowledge — over a Facebook post.

Available May 19: Droid X2[ Wed, 18 May 2011 17:55:44 GMT ]Starting tomorrow, those with Droid fever can get their fix with a new Droid X2, available online and then in stores May 26.

Cops kick cellphone blabbermouth off train[ Wed, 18 May 2011 19:24:30 GMT ]In an epic incident of the pot calling the kettle rude, a Tigard, Oregon woman said she felt "disrespected" after police escorted her from an Amtrak train mostly because she refused to get off her cellphone — for 16 hours.

Study reshuffles crocodile family tree[ Thu, 19 May 2011 00:25:37 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A fresh analysis of a fossil found in the 1970s suggests that the family trees for crocodiles, birds and dinosaurs diverged earlier than some experts may have thought.

So that's where legless lizards come from![ Wed, 18 May 2011 20:39:27 GMT ]The mysterious "worm lizard" has finally found its evolutionary home; the legless animals are closely related to a group of lizards named the lacertids, a new fossil intermediate indicates.

Gameloft simplifies Android game re-downloads[ Wed, 18 May 2011 15:47:30 PDT ]Gameloft shifts its stance on DRM so gamers can re-download purchased titles without fuss.

SCADA hack talk canceled after U.S., Siemens request[ Wed, 18 May 2011 16:10:49 PDT ]Researchers had planned to demonstrate how to break into critical infrastructure systems.

Amazon wants to buy your used electronics[ Wed, 18 May 2011 16:55:16 PDT ]Online retailer will offer Amazon gift cards in exchange for your used tablets, cell phones, MP3 players, cameras, and GPS devices.

Intel CEO on Android chaos, Apple order[ Wed, 18 May 2011 17:15:03 PDT ]Intel chief Paul Otellini talks about the lack of order in the Android universe versus Apple's tightly controlled platforms at the chipmaker's investor meeting. He believes Google will try to remold Android into a more controlled business model.

Exclusive: Apple near cloud-music deals[ Wed, 18 May 2011 18:33:58 PDT ]Apple already had a deal to offer cloud music from Warner Music and is said to have agreement in place with EMI, music industry sources tell CNET. Sony Music and Universal Music are also close.

The 'amazing' technology behind 'L.A. Noire'[ Tue, 17 May 2011 13:44:47 EDT ]Thirty-two: That's the magic number of cameras needed to capture the nuances of a person's facial expressions, according to the developers of a bold new video game, "L.A. Noire."

The ethics of reposting others' stuff online[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:58:57 EDT ]Sad but true: Much of what we do online, we do for vainglorious reasons.

10 years later, Apple's 'crazy' retail gamble is a hit[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:56:19 EDT ]It started with one store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia, just outside of Washington.

Endeavour makes its last linkup with space station[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:00:26 GMT ]The space shuttle Endeavour arrived for one last visit to the International Space Station on Wednesday after a two-day orbital chase.

Stream your digital video collection to the iPad[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:50:45 GMT ]Air Video software removes all the difficult steps in what can sometimes be a complicated process to get your digital video collection streamed to your iPad.

Video: Supply and demand get personal with Zaarly[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:51:28 GMT ]Zaarly is Craigslist meets Foursquare: You name a price for a product or service, and people in your area fulfill your request. Msnbc.com's Wilson Rothman talks to the founder about growth — and keeping users safe. (msnbc.com)

The bulletproof dog that stormed bin Laden lair[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:03:17 GMT ]If you see this dog coming for you, run. Thanks to his extensive training — and customized body armor that can cost upwards of $30,000 — he's bulletproof, can hear through concrete and can record high-def video of missions, even in the dead of night.

Pre-caffeine: Singing scultures, Facebook flap[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Nvidia CEO: Android tablets could outsell iPad in 3 years[ Wed, 18 May 2011 07:05:13 PDT ]Jen-Hsun Huang says that Android tablets may well overtake Apple's iPad in the not too distant future as better models and more apps hit the market.

Bill Gates giddy over Skype acquisition[ Wed, 18 May 2011 07:29:30 PDT ]Microsoft's co-founder tells the BBC he used his influence as chairman to advocate for the deal at the board level.

Microsoft to replace Xbox units for some customers?[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:17:56 PDT ]A Twitter user posts an e-mail apparently from Microsoft regarding a potentially problematic firmware update and the offer of a new Xbox 360 S. A tweet from Microsoft's support team seems to verify the claim.

These smart light bulbs heed iOS, Android devices[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:42:36 PDT ]The initial bulbs are for industrial use, but manufacturer TCP says it will soon be offering the same CFL and LED lighting options to consumers.

Android vulnerable to snooping[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:53:48 PDT ]Next Issue hopes to be the "Hulu for magazines" on Android, the Motorola Droid X2 gets a price and date, and Google's Android OS is vulnerable to a serious snooping problem.

The 'amazing' technology behind 'L.A. Noire'[ Tue, 17 May 2011 13:44:47 EDT ]Thirty-two: That's the magic number of cameras needed to capture the nuances of a person's facial expressions, according to the developers of a bold new video game, "L.A. Noire."

The ethics of reposting others' stuff online[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:58:57 EDT ]Sad but true: Much of what we do online, we do for vainglorious reasons.

10 years later, Apple's 'crazy' retail gamble is a hit[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:56:19 EDT ]It started with one store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia, just outside of Washington.

Endeavour makes its last linkup with space station[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:00:26 GMT ]The space shuttle Endeavour arrived for one last visit to the International Space Station on Wednesday after a two-day orbital chase.

Stream your digital video collection to the iPad[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:50:45 GMT ]Air Video software removes all the difficult steps in what can sometimes be a complicated process to get your digital video collection streamed to your iPad.

Video: Supply and demand get personal with Zaarly[ Wed, 18 May 2011 12:51:28 GMT ]Zaarly is Craigslist meets Foursquare: You name a price for a product or service, and people in your area fulfill your request. Msnbc.com's Wilson Rothman talks to the founder about growth — and keeping users safe. (msnbc.com)

The bulletproof dog that stormed bin Laden lair[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:03:17 GMT ]If you see this dog coming for you, run. Thanks to his extensive training — and customized body armor that can cost upwards of $30,000 — he's bulletproof, can hear through concrete and can record high-def video of missions, even in the dead of night.

Pre-caffeine: Singing scultures, Facebook flap[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Facebook, Sony, Internet security and more.

Nvidia CEO: Android tablets could outsell iPad in 3 years[ Wed, 18 May 2011 07:05:13 PDT ]Jen-Hsun Huang says that Android tablets may well overtake Apple's iPad in the not too distant future as better models and more apps hit the market.

Bill Gates giddy over Skype acquisition[ Wed, 18 May 2011 07:29:30 PDT ]Microsoft's co-founder tells the BBC he used his influence as chairman to advocate for the deal at the board level.

Microsoft to replace Xbox units for some customers?[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:17:56 PDT ]A Twitter user posts an e-mail apparently from Microsoft regarding a potentially problematic firmware update and the offer of a new Xbox 360 S. A tweet from Microsoft's support team seems to verify the claim.

These smart light bulbs heed iOS, Android devices[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:42:36 PDT ]The initial bulbs are for industrial use, but manufacturer TCP says it will soon be offering the same CFL and LED lighting options to consumers.

Android vulnerable to snooping[ Wed, 18 May 2011 08:53:48 PDT ]Next Issue hopes to be the "Hulu for magazines" on Android, the Motorola Droid X2 gets a price and date, and Google's Android OS is vulnerable to a serious snooping problem.

The 'amazing' technology behind 'L.A. Noire'[ Tue, 17 May 2011 13:44:47 EDT ]Thirty-two: That's the magic number of cameras needed to capture the nuances of a person's facial expressions, according to the developers of a bold new video game, "L.A. Noire."

The ethics of reposting others' stuff online[ Wed, 18 May 2011 06:58:57 EDT ]Sad but true: Much of what we do online, we do for vainglorious reasons.

Case builds for habitable alien planet[ Tue, 17 May 2011 18:19:53 GMT ]Cosmic Log: The case is building that a planet orbiting a red dwarf star about 20-light years away from Earth could be warm enough for liquid water, and thus life, to be sustained at the surface.

Balloon goes up, up and away to see launch[ Tue, 17 May 2011 23:33:38 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A balloon-borne camera captures some thrilling views of the shuttle Endeavour's ascent ... followed by the camera's descent from the stratosphere.

Video: 'Army of Darkness': iPad is your boomstick[ Mon, 16 May 2011 23:20:55 GMT ]Your iPad becomes a Deadite-slaying weapon as you defend the Necronomicon in "Army of Darkness Defense." In-Game's Todd Kenreck gives it an 8 out of 10. (In-Game)

FCC, FTC to hold mobile location privacy forum[ Tue, 17 May 2011 16:24:19 PDT ]U.S. lawmakers have set up another meeting with representatives from Apple, Google, and possibly other companies to talk location privacy.

PSN breach exposes records of millions (roundup)[ Tue, 17 May 2011 16:35:00 PDT ]A security breach exposed personal information for 100 million users of Sony's PlayStation Network, Qriocity, and Sony Online Entertainment services.

Sony: PSN back, but no system is 100 percent secure[ Tue, 17 May 2011 16:35:23 PDT ]Howard Stringer speaks to a handful of reporters today about the security breach that brought down the company's gaming network for more than three weeks.

eBay Motors app: Buy a Bentley from your iPhone[ Tue, 17 May 2011 17:38:21 PDT ]After promoting it for some time, eBay Mobile releases a new iPhone app called eBay Motors. A CNET blogger gives it a test drive.

How to protect your Android on public Wi-Fi[ Tue, 17 May 2011 18:45:22 PDT ]Android phones and tablets running version 2.3.3 and earlier suffer from a Google app vulnerability on public Wi-Fi networks, according to a new report. However, there are some concrete steps you can to protect yourself.

Lady Gaga reaches 10 million Twitter followers[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:02:08 EDT ]Lady Gaga is the first Twitter user with over 10 million followers, which is a first for both the singer and Twitter itself.

Are Android and Chrome on a collision course?[ Tue, 17 May 2011 12:01:28 EDT ]Mike Cleron, a Google software engineer for the Android operating system, made an ambitious pronouncement onstage at the company's annual conference last week.

The 'amazing' technology behind 'L.A. Noire'[ Tue, 17 May 2011 13:44:47 EDT ]Thirty-two: That's the magic number of cameras needed to capture the nuances of a person's facial expressions, according to the developers of a bold new video game, "L.A. Noire."

Designer clothing website could become a habit[ Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:18 GMT ]Amazon.com's designer sale site is easy to use, and also has free shipping and returns.

Internet radio for wee ones gets better[ Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:03 GMT ]Music can help soothe a child's mood. On Tuesday, Slacker Internet Radio got even better with the ability to search for individual tracks and albums and cache them for playback offline later — just when you need it for your little ones.

An online bank scam worthy of a spy novel[ Mon, 16 May 2011 23:18:53 GMT ]Red Tape: One moment of weakness — a single click on a bogus e-mail link or website — by an employee has cost many U.S. companies nearly $1 million apiece, the FBI said. And it has transported them into a world of international intrigue worthy of a spy novel, connecting them to a crime ring linked to six Chinese port cities near the Russian border.

Video: 'Army of Darkness': iPad is your boomstick[ Mon, 16 May 2011 23:20:55 GMT ]Your iPad becomes a Deadite-slaying weapon as you defend the Necronomicon in "Army of Darkness Defense." In-Game's Todd Kenreck gives it an 8 out of 10. (In-Game)

Pre-caffeine tech: Stupid clicks, malware tricks[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Android, Apple, Facebook, Internet security and more.

3D TV shipments to soar 500 percent in 2011[ Tue, 17 May 2011 07:40:11 PDT ]Televisions with 3D capability will keep increasing in popularity, In-Stat predicts, with 300 million households worldwide owning 3D TVs in 2015.

Businesses embrace iPads, but don't know why[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:27:06 PDT ]iPads lead the spread of tablets within businesses, but for many the strategy is murky. Also: most expect tablets won't replace laptops.

Nintendo, Best Buy team up on 3DS content[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:42:06 PDT ]Nintendo 3DS owners will be able to access video content, gaming extras, and deals from their portable devices through wireless access in 1,000 Best Buy stores.

AT&T planning security service for mobile phones[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:57:05 PDT ]Reporting an increase in security attacks on mobile phones, AT&T's John Stankey says the company is planning to launch a wireless security service next year to better protect mobile devices.

Bing 'likes' Facebook[ Tue, 17 May 2011 09:11:04 PDT ]Amazon may enter the tablet market with two mobile devices, T-Mobile offers free Wi-Fi calls, and Microsoft's Bing gets Facebook support in its search results.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Why Apple, others don't streamline video chat[ Mon, 16 May 2011 13:17:33 EDT ]Apple CEO Steve Jobs made a bold gesture at the company's annual developers conference last June when he pledged to unite the technology industry under one video-calling standard.

Lady Gaga reaches 10 million Twitter followers[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:02:08 EDT ]Lady Gaga is the first Twitter user with over 10 million followers, which is a first for both the singer and Twitter itself.

Are Android and Chrome on a collision course?[ Tue, 17 May 2011 06:56:36 EDT ]Mike Cleron, a Google software engineer for the Android operating system, made an ambitious pronouncement onstage at the company's annual conference last week.

Designer clothing website could become a habit[ Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:18 GMT ]Amazon.com's designer sale site is easy to use, and also has free shipping and returns.

Internet radio for wee ones gets better[ Tue, 17 May 2011 12:00:03 GMT ]Music can help soothe a child's mood. On Tuesday, Slacker Internet Radio got even better with the ability to search for individual tracks and albums and cache them for playback offline later — just when you need it for your little ones.

An online bank scam worthy of a spy novel[ Mon, 16 May 2011 23:18:53 GMT ]Red Tape: One moment of weakness — a single click on a bogus e-mail link or website — by an employee has cost many U.S. companies nearly $1 million apiece, the FBI said. And it has transported them into a world of international intrigue worthy of a spy novel, connecting them to a crime ring linked to six Chinese port cities near the Russian border.

Video: 'Army of Darkness': iPad is your boomstick[ Mon, 16 May 2011 23:20:55 GMT ]Your iPad becomes a Deadite-slaying weapon as you defend the Necronomicon in "Army of Darkness Defense." In-Game's Todd Kenreck gives it an 8 out of 10. (In-Game)

Pre-caffeine tech: Stupid clicks, malware tricks[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on Android, Apple, Facebook, Internet security and more.

64-bit Windows to get Adobe DNG thumbnail views[ Tue, 17 May 2011 05:52:11 PDT ]Adobe plugs a hole in its raw file format that currently limits its usefulness, issuing a release candidate for software to let Windows users view DNG files.

Winklevoss twins taking Facebook case to Supreme Court[ Tue, 17 May 2011 06:37:27 PDT ]The twins' attorney says that a recent ruling against their appeal was wrong and that they will bring their argument to the U.S. Supreme Court.

3D TV shipments to soar 500 percent in 2011[ Tue, 17 May 2011 07:40:11 PDT ]Televisions with 3D capability will keep increasing in popularity, In-Stat predicts, with 300 million households worldwide owning 3D TVs in 2015.

Businesses embrace iPads, but don't know why[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:27:06 PDT ]iPads lead the spread of tablets within businesses, but for many the strategy is murky. Also: most expect tablets won't replace laptops.

Nintendo, Best Buy team up on 3DS content[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:42:06 PDT ]Nintendo 3DS owners will be able to access video content, gaming extras, and deals from their portable devices through wireless access in 1,000 Best Buy stores.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Why Apple, others don't streamline video chat[ Mon, 16 May 2011 13:17:33 EDT ]Apple CEO Steve Jobs made a bold gesture at the company's annual developers conference last June when he pledged to unite the technology industry under one video-calling standard.

Lady Gaga reaches 10 million Twitter followers[ Tue, 17 May 2011 08:02:08 EDT ]Lady Gaga is the first Twitter user with over 10 million followers, which is a first for both the singer and Twitter itself.

Are Android and Chrome on a collision course?[ Tue, 17 May 2011 06:56:36 EDT ]Mike Cleron, a Google software engineer for the Android operating system, made an ambitious pronouncement onstage at the company's annual conference last week.

Facebook-loving parents name their baby "Like"[ Tue, 17 May 2011 00:18:29 GMT ]The newest daughter of Lior and Vardit Adler better be cute as a button, because she's named after one — Facebook's cherished "Like" button, that is.

NASA gearing up for post-shuttle space race[ Sun, 15 May 2011 22:14:12 GMT ]NASA is retiring its space shuttle fleet, and many are wondering what’s next. Well, tighten your seat belt: The second great space race is about to begin. By NBC News' Jay Barbree.

Planking: A Facebook fad to die for?[ Mon, 16 May 2011 19:53:15 GMT ]It's all fun and games until some Australian guy falls to his death from a 7th-floor balcony while having his picture taken.

'Good stuff!' Giffords relieved by shuttle success[ Mon, 16 May 2011 18:50:45 GMT ]Gabrielle Giffords, the wounded congresswoman who is married to the shuttle Endeavour's commander, was on hand to watch her husband go into orbit. Her reaction? "Good stuff, good stuff."

Shuttle Endeavour lifts off for the last time[ Mon, 16 May 2011 15:15:10 GMT ]Six astronauts rode the space shuttle Endeavour into space for the last time on Monday as a wounded congresswoman and hundreds of thousands of others watched.

Mini-bots cooperate to map out building interiors[ Mon, 16 May 2011 16:06:34 PDT ]Robots co-developed by Georgia Tech engineers cooperate to map out hallways and doors in a building, a function that could help soldiers and firefighters in the future.

Mini-bots cooperate to map out building interiors[ Mon, 16 May 2011 16:20:10 PDT ]Robots being co-developed by Georgia Tech can scoot along the floor and map out the interior of a building by sharing data.

Google I/O: Chrome, Android, music (roundup)[ Mon, 16 May 2011 16:21:00 PDT ]Developer conference digs into Google's big projects, from Chrome OS, Chrome browser, and new Chromebook laptops to various flavors of Android and new movie rental and music streaming services.

Google App Engine goes for Go language[ Mon, 16 May 2011 16:26:03 PDT ]The cloud-computing foundation is getting a third programming language: Google's computer science project called Go. It's still behind closed doors, though.

Facebook, spammers are in 'arms race'[ Mon, 16 May 2011 17:39:28 PDT ]Spammers modify attacks after Facebook rolls out new security features to block attacks.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Marchers protest Turkish Web-filtering rules[ Sun, 15 May 2011 16:44:03 EDT ]Several thousand opponents of new internet filtering rules, set to take effect in Turkey in August, marched in protest in Istanbul Sunday.

Sony PlayStation network being restored[ Mon, 16 May 2011 11:11:56 EDT ]Sony plans to start a gradual restoration of its PlayStation services Sunday as the company works to resume normal operations following a security breach that exposed personal details of 77 million users.

Why Apple, others don't streamline video chat[ Mon, 16 May 2011 13:17:33 EDT ]Apple CEO Steve Jobs made a bold gesture at the company's annual developers conference last June when he pledged to unite the technology industry under one video-calling standard.

The USB-It cable makes everything USB compatible[ Mon, 16 May 2011 13:49:01 GMT ]These days, just about everything is USB compatible. I think we really crossed the Rubicon several years ago with ridiculous products like USB heated slippers, but that was only the beginning. The floodgates are now wide open.

Video: Sony begins restoration of the PlayStation Network[ Sun, 15 May 2011 04:20:50 GMT ]Sony announced that game services will return with a phased restoration for Sony Online Entertainment and the PlayStation Network. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

NASA gearing up for post-shuttle space race[ Sun, 15 May 2011 22:14:12 GMT ]NASA is retiring its space shuttle fleet, and many are wondering what’s next. Well, tighten your seat belt: The second great space race is about to begin. By NBC News' Jay Barbree.

Shuttle Endeavour lifts off for the last time[ Mon, 16 May 2011 15:15:10 GMT ]Six astronauts rode the space shuttle Endeavour into space for the last time on Monday as a wounded congresswoman and hundreds of thousands of others watched.

Pre-caffeine tech: Space buzz, face fuzz[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on the shuttle launch, gadgets, Internet culture and more.

Samsung, RealD to license new 3D technology[ Mon, 16 May 2011 07:27:02 PDT ]The new technology promises better resolution than other options, in addition to offering a brighter image for viewers looking to watch content in 3D on TVs or PCs.

SanDisk buying SSD developer Pliant Technology[ Mon, 16 May 2011 07:54:03 PDT ]SanDisk will pay $327 million in cash and offer certain stock incentives to acquire Pliant, considered a leading developer of enterprise-class solid-state drives.

Sony PSN's slow restart[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:32:22 PDT ]Up to 1,000 of RIM's BlackBerry PlayBooks are recalled, Netflix scoops up films from Miramax, and Sony finally starts to relaunch the PlayStation Network but not without glitches.

Twitter followers help recover stolen MacBook[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:32:55 PDT ]A MacBook is apparently stolen, and the owner remembers it has a tracking program. He tweets about the location and alleged thief. Heroics or foolishness follow.

Report: Windows 7 almost five times more secure than XP[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:39:18 PDT ]Infection rates for Windows 7 is about four to five times less than for Windows XP, according to Microsoft's latest Security Intelligence Report.

Want U.S. to keep tech edge? Teach kids science[ Fri, 13 May 2011 11:22:34 EDT ]When I was in high school, my older brother, Bart, was fast on his way to becoming a brilliant physician and pharmacologist. He began to specialize in juvenile oncology, and found himself in need of a device that could administer minute doses of medicine to his infant patients over an extended period of time. Eager to help, I went down into my parents' basement and started building.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Sony PlayStation network being restored[ Mon, 16 May 2011 11:11:56 EDT ]Sony plans to start a gradual restoration of its PlayStation services Sunday as the company works to resume normal operations following a security breach that exposed personal details of 77 million users.

The USB-It cable makes everything USB compatible[ Mon, 16 May 2011 13:49:01 GMT ]These days, just about everything is USB compatible. I think we really crossed the Rubicon several years ago with ridiculous products like USB heated slippers, but that was only the beginning. The floodgates are now wide open.

Video: Sony begins restoration of the PlayStation Network[ Sun, 15 May 2011 04:20:50 GMT ]Sony announced that game services will return with a phased restoration for Sony Online Entertainment and the PlayStation Network. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

NASA gearing up for post-shuttle space race[ Sun, 15 May 2011 22:14:12 GMT ]NASA is retiring its space shuttle fleet, and many are wondering what’s next. Well, tighten your seat belt: The second great space race is about to begin. By NBC News' Jay Barbree.

Shuttle Endeavour lifts off for the last time[ Mon, 16 May 2011 15:15:10 GMT ]Six astronauts rode the space shuttle Endeavour into space for the last time on Monday as a wounded congresswoman and hundreds of thousands of others watched.

Pre-caffeine tech: Space buzz, face fuzz[ Fri, 1 Apr 2011 16:28:31 GMT ]The latest news on the shuttle launch, gadgets, Internet culture and more.

Samsung, RealD to license new 3D technology[ Mon, 16 May 2011 07:27:02 PDT ]The new technology promises better resolution than other options, in addition to offering a brighter image for viewers looking to watch content in 3D on TVs or PCs.

SanDisk buying SSD developer Pliant Technology[ Mon, 16 May 2011 07:54:03 PDT ]SanDisk will pay $327 million in cash and offer certain stock incentives to acquire Pliant, considered a leading developer of enterprise-class solid-state drives.

Sony PSN's slow restart[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:32:22 PDT ]Up to 1,000 of RIM's BlackBerry PlayBooks are recalled, Netflix scoops up films from Miramax, and Sony finally starts to relaunch the PlayStation Network but not without glitches.

Twitter followers help recover stolen MacBook[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:32:55 PDT ]A MacBook is apparently stolen, and the owner remembers it has a tracking program. He tweets about the location and alleged thief. Heroics or foolishness follow.

Report: Windows 7 almost five times more secure than XP[ Mon, 16 May 2011 08:39:18 PDT ]Infection rates for Windows 7 is about four to five times less than for Windows XP, according to Microsoft's latest Security Intelligence Report.

Want U.S. to keep tech edge? Teach kids science[ Fri, 13 May 2011 11:22:34 EDT ]When I was in high school, my older brother, Bart, was fast on his way to becoming a brilliant physician and pharmacologist. He began to specialize in juvenile oncology, and found himself in need of a device that could administer minute doses of medicine to his infant patients over an extended period of time. Eager to help, I went down into my parents' basement and started building.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Sony PlayStation network being restored[ Mon, 16 May 2011 11:11:56 EDT ]Sony plans to start a gradual restoration of its PlayStation services Sunday as the company works to resume normal operations following a security breach that exposed personal details of 77 million users.

12 reasons 2020 will be an awesome year[ Fri, 13 May 2011 19:32:47 GMT ]According to a dazzling number of technology predictions that single out the year 2020, it's going to be to be one heck of a year. Here, we take a quick spin to see some of the wonders it has in store.

Child porn found on man's Facebook page[ Sat, 14 May 2011 17:28:33 GMT ]Deputies in a Florida county say they found a Facebook page full of child pornography, after the social network caught the images and reported them.

Scientists see beauties and bummers in Bali[ Sun, 15 May 2011 20:54:23 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A survey of marine life off the coast of Bali has turned up nine beautiful new species — and causes for environmental concern.

Video: Sony begins restoration of the PlayStation Network[ Sun, 15 May 2011 04:20:50 GMT ]Sony announced that game services will return with a phased restoration for Sony Online Entertainment and the PlayStation Network. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

Shuttle Endeavour fueled up for last liftoff (again)[ Mon, 16 May 2011 03:59:49 GMT ]NASA is giving the space shuttle Endeavour what it hopes will be its last fuel fill-up, more than two weeks after an electronics glitch spoiled a previous launch attempt.

Sony begins relaunching PlayStation Network[ Sat, 14 May 2011 17:03:37 PDT ]Company says network will return in stages, after a weeks-long outage that began when Sony's computer servers suffered a devastating and illegal intrusion.

Silver lining for music fans in Lime Wire case[ Sun, 15 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]analysis Lime Wire founder paid only a small percentage of what record companies sought in copyright infringement case. Also, while in court, Warner Music chief seemed to buck other label execs on issue of bundled music.

Air beware: 2.3-pound Samsung laptop hits stores[ Sun, 15 May 2011 14:12:34 PDT ]There's a new kid on the ultraportable block: the 2.3-pound Samsung Series 9. On paper, it beats the MacBook Air in some important respects. It's shipping from stores now.

PSN breach exposes records of millions (roundup)[ Sun, 15 May 2011 16:05:00 PDT ]In the latest twist in a month-long saga, users complain on Twitter that Sony's online services weren't active long before they were unavailable again.

Hiccups dog PlayStation Network restoration[ Sun, 15 May 2011 16:05:35 PDT ]In the latest twist in a month-long saga, users complain on Twitter that Sony's online services weren't active long before they were unavailable again.

Want U.S. to keep tech edge? Teach kids science[ Fri, 13 May 2011 11:22:34 EDT ]When I was in high school, my older brother, Bart, was fast on his way to becoming a brilliant physician and pharmacologist. He began to specialize in juvenile oncology, and found himself in need of a device that could administer minute doses of medicine to his infant patients over an extended period of time. Eager to help, I went down into my parents' basement and started building.

Will Wii 2 rock the gaming world?[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:22:47 EDT ]Depending on which Internet rumor you believe, it will be called Wii 2, Project Café or Stream. The only thing we know for certain about Nintendo's new video game system is that it's coming in 2012.

Facebook's attack exposes its own privacy problem[ Fri, 13 May 2011 07:49:28 EDT ]OK, here's the deal. A big corporate PR firm, Burson-Marsteller, tried to entice USA Today to lambaste a Google feature called Social Circle, on privacy grounds. It also encouraged a security blogger to write an op-ed attacking Google on the product.