50 horror movies spoiled in four minutes[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:29:04 GMT ]Much like the unstoppable Michael Myers, the Fine Brothers are back to totally spoil your Halloween with "50 More Horror Spoilers in 4 minutes."

China launches its first space docking mission[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 23:01:37 GMT ]China successfully launched its first-ever docking mission on Monday, putting an unmanned vehicle in orbit to test technologies that could help the nation build a space station by 2020.

Nook Color sequel likely seen next Monday[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:30:55 GMT ]Barnes & Noble is making "a very special announcement" on Monday, Nov. 7. Our best guess? An ambitious yet competitively priced update to the Nook Color.

Eww! How to punch a hole in your gut with two iPads[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:46:57 GMT ]If you happen to have two iPad 2s laying around, you've got yourself one awesome/awful Halloween costume. Here, let an engineer from NASA demonstrate how it's done.

Why the 'paranormal' is merely normal[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:38:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Halloween is a season when people are hyper-sensitive to ghosts, premonitions and other "paranormal activities" — but despite the label, such phenomena are totally normal.

Copyright bill controversy grows as rhetoric sharpens[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:19:44 PDT ]Proponents and detractors of the Stop Online Piracy Act enlist new allies, while pop icon Justin Bieber suggests a U.S. senator "needs to be locked up."

South Korea fines six LCD makers for price fixing[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:06:07 PDT ]Seoul's antitrust watchdog finds the cartel held secret meetings to artificially inflate prices for flat-screen monitors.

China launches unmanned capsule for key docking test[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:14:38 PDT ]In another step toward building an operational space station, China launches an unmanned Shenzhou capsule for automated docking tests with a prototype lab module.

CTO for HP's PC unit announces retirement[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:30:21 PDT ]Phil McKinney was responsible for managing long-term strategic planning, research and development for HP's PC product lines.

Symantec uncovers cyber espionage of chemical, defense firms[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:23:05 PDT ]Attacks against about 50 firms featured e-mails with attachments containing a backdoor.

Don't sleep with your smartphone[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:33:08 EDT ]Bob Greene says one tech expert is advising people on ways to escape from an addiction to their digital devices.

Steve Jobs' final words revealed[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:04:44 EDT ]The last minutes in the life of Steve Jobs were still filled by the epiphanies and moments of inspiration that fed his inventor's mind, according to an intimate portrait provided by Jobs' sister in a eulogy published Sunday in The New York Times.

'Uncharted' story adapts to big action scenes[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:25:01 EDT ]When the developers of the "Uncharted" video games sat down to brainstorm their latest adventure, the first thing they decided was that they had to have a cargo plane and a cruise ship.

Why your next phone might be bendable[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:49:40 EDT ]What I'm most excited about is something audacious: flexible screens. Expecting this much-anticipated technology to become widely available in 2012 is optimistic but not unthinkable.

Russian cargo ship launched to space station[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:26:57 GMT ]A Russian cargo ship was launched successfully to the International Space Station on Sunday, clearing the way for the next manned mission and easing concerns about the station's future after a previous failed launch.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Nook Color sequel likely seen next Monday[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:30:55 GMT ]Barnes & Noble is making "a very special announcement" on Monday, Nov. 7. Our best guess? An ambitious yet competitively priced update to the Nook Color.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

Pre-caffeine: Carved pumpkins, costumed Corgies![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Ubuntu Linux eyes tablet territory[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:34:20 PDT ]Canonical founder Mark Shuttleworth tells ZDNet that his OS is ready to "embrace the challenge" of life on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.

Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket, HTC Vivid to be AT&T's first LTE phones[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:39:44 PDT ]Keeping to its promise of a Q4 release, AT&T announces its first 4G LTE smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket and HTC Vivid.

Vu1 enters $15 bulb in efficient-lighting race[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:50:15 PDT ]Vu1 will sell a flood light that uses 70 percent less power than incandescent bulbs at Lowe's for just under $15 and has plans for an Edison-shaped bulb.

Sony splits TV business in three as trouble persists[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:58:37 PDT ]The three divisions will help the company more easily determine what units are working out well, and which are not.

U.K. spy chief sees 'disturbing' volume of cyberattacks[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:02:12 PDT ]Attempts include a significant but unsuccessful cyberattack launched against the U.K. Foreign Office and other government departments this past summer.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Steve Jobs' final words revealed[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:04:21 EDT ]The last minutes in the life of Steve Jobs were still filled by the epiphanies and moments of inspiration that fed his inventor's mind, according to an intimate portrait provided by Jobs' sister in a eulogy published Sunday in The New York Times.

'Uncharted' story adapts to big action scenes[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:25:01 EDT ]When the developers of the "Uncharted" video games sat down to brainstorm their latest adventure, the first thing they decided was that they had to have a cargo plane and a cruise ship.

Russian cargo ship launched to space station[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:26:57 GMT ]A Russian cargo ship was launched successfully to the International Space Station on Sunday, clearing the way for the next manned mission and easing concerns about the station's future after a previous failed launch.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Nook Color sequel likely seen next Monday[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:30:55 GMT ]Barnes & Noble is making "a very special announcement" on Monday, Nov. 7. Our best guess? An ambitious yet competitively priced update to the Nook Color.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

Pre-caffeine: Carved pumpkins, costumed Corgies![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Ubuntu Linux eyes tablet territory[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:34:20 PDT ]Canonical founder Mark Shuttleworth tells ZDNet that his OS is ready to "embrace the challenge" of life on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.

Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket, HTC Vivid to be AT&T's first LTE phones[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:39:44 PDT ]Keeping to its promise of a Q4 release, AT&T announces its first 4G LTE smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket and HTC Vivid.

Vu1 enters $15 bulb in efficient-lighting race[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:50:15 PDT ]Vu1 will sell a flood light that uses 70 percent less power than incandescent bulbs at Lowe's for just under $15 and has plans for an Edison-shaped bulb.

Sony splits TV business in three as trouble persists[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:58:37 PDT ]The three divisions will help the company more easily determine what units are working out well, and which are not.

U.K. spy chief sees 'disturbing' volume of cyberattacks[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:02:12 PDT ]Attempts include a significant but unsuccessful cyberattack launched against the U.K. Foreign Office and other government departments this past summer.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Steve Jobs' final words revealed[ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:04:21 EDT ]The last minutes in the life of Steve Jobs were still filled by the epiphanies and moments of inspiration that fed his inventor's mind, according to an intimate portrait provided by Jobs' sister in a eulogy published Sunday in The New York Times.

'Uncharted' story adapts to big action scenes[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:25:01 EDT ]When the developers of the "Uncharted" video games sat down to brainstorm their latest adventure, the first thing they decided was that they had to have a cargo plane and a cruise ship.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Russian cargo ship launched to space station[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:26:57 GMT ]A Russian cargo ship was launched successfully to the International Space Station on Sunday, clearing the way for the next manned mission and easing concerns about the station's future after a previous failed launch.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

Facebook adds 'subscribe' feature to comments[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 11:09:05 PDT ]Link allows users to follow the public comments made by other users who have enabled the Subscribers feature.

Jobs' sister eulogizes her brother as 'idealistic'[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:20:28 PDT ]Writer Mona Simpson offers an intimate portrait of the late Apple co-founder in a moving New York Times op-ed piece.

Zuckerberg: Silicon Valley isn't necessary for startups[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:45:41 PDT ]Facebook founder says Silicon Valley has a culture "where people don't commit to doing things" and says if were starting now, he would stay in Boston.

The bloody incredible iPad Halloween costume[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:46:57 PDT ]It seems so simple. You just need two iPads and a NASA engineer's imagination to look like someone has sliced you right through and you're still walking around.

Apple prepping Air-like 15-inch MacBook, report says[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 20:02:11 PDT ]Apple may be preparing to bring out a MacBook Air-like design that has a larger screen than its current lineup of ultrathin laptops.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Russian launch vital to space station operations[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:33:53 GMT ]The outcome of an unmanned Russian supply spaceship launch to the International Space Station on Sunday will determine whether the station remains fully staffed in the upcoming months.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

High-tech 'fertility chip' measures sperm count, motility[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:28:43 PDT ]A Dutch researcher says the chip makes it possible for men to check their fertility in their home environment using a new test that's both simple and inexpensive.

iPhone battery drain--'Setting Time Zone' may be culprit[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:30:53 PDT ]Having initially pointed out customer complaints about subpar battery life in the iPhone 4S, the U.K.'s Guardian newspaper has followed up with a report about a possible culprit and a possible temporary fix.

Can Apple make more stuff in the USA?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:10:16 PDT ]Is it possible for Apple to manufacture products in the U.S.? Or at least get more components from U.S.-based manufacturers?

A Windows 8 smartphone could be coming next year[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:19:17 PDT ]The XPPhone 2 will run both Windows 7 and 8 while sporting some monster specs, according to Chinese manufacturer In Technology Group.

Real-life ghostbusting at the Tally Ho tavern[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:01:00 PDT ]It takes an old country restaurant, a few amateur investigators, and a bagful of consumer technology to assemble a TV-worthy ghost hunt. We tag along to see the results.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Russian launch vital to space station operations[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:33:53 GMT ]The outcome of an unmanned Russian supply spaceship launch to the International Space Station on Sunday will determine whether the station remains fully staffed in the upcoming months.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

High-tech 'fertility chip' measures sperm count, motility[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:28:43 PDT ]A Dutch researcher says the chip makes it possible for men to check their fertility in their home environment using a new test that's both simple and inexpensive.

iPhone battery drain--'Setting Time Zone' may be culprit[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:30:53 PDT ]Having initially pointed out customer complaints about subpar battery life in the iPhone 4S, the U.K.'s Guardian newspaper has followed up with a report about a possible culprit and a possible temporary fix.

Can Apple make more stuff in the USA?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:10:16 PDT ]Is it possible for Apple to manufacture products in the U.S.? Or at least get more components from U.S.-based manufacturers?

A Windows 8 smartphone could be coming next year[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:19:17 PDT ]The XPPhone 2 will run both Windows 7 and 8 while sporting some monster specs, according to Chinese manufacturer In Technology Group.

Real-life ghostbusting at the Tally Ho tavern[ Sun, 30 Oct 2011 07:01:00 PDT ]It takes an old country restaurant, a few amateur investigators, and a bagful of consumer technology to assemble a TV-worthy ghost hunt. We tag along to see the results.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Russian launch vital to space station operations[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:33:53 GMT ]The outcome of an unmanned Russian supply spaceship launch to the International Space Station on Sunday will determine whether the station remains fully staffed in the upcoming months.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

Will Apple produce 3D maps as vivid as Siri is clever?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:15:34 PDT ]Apple's third acquisition of a mapping company has reportedly been confirmed. The buyout raises tantalizing questions about the possibility of a cartographic confection as delicious in its vividness as Apple voice-assistant Siri is snappy and sly in her query responses.

High-tech 'fertility chip' measures sperm count, motility[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:28:43 PDT ]A Dutch researcher says the chip makes it possible for men to check their fertility in their home environment using a new test that's both simple and inexpensive.

iPhone battery drain--'Setting Time Zone' may be culprit[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:30:53 PDT ]Having initially pointed out customer complaints about subpar battery life in the iPhone 4S, the U.K.'s Guardian newspaper has followed up with a report about a possible culprit and a possible temporary fix.

Can Apple make more stuff in the USA?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:10:16 PDT ]Is it possible for Apple to manufacture products in the U.S.? Or at least get more components from U.S.-based manufacturers?

A Windows 8 smartphone could be coming next year[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:19:17 PDT ]The XPPhone 2 will run both Windows 7 and 8 while sporting some monster specs, according to Chinese manufacturer In Technology Group.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Site reveals the human slavery behind your stuff[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:20:41 GMT ]I have 66 slaves working for me. Or at least that’s what Slavery Footprint estimates based on my lifestyle and the size of my family.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

The DIY wizards of San Quentin[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 16:02:33 GMT ]Even prison can't lock up the spirit of human ingenuity — what prisoners do with extremely limited resources is incredible.

Slideshow: Colors of the cosmos[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:13:49 GMT ]See an array of gleaming new telescopes, the glories of the aurora and other outer-space highlights from October 2011.

Amateur hour over: YouTube going prime time[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:35:49 PDT ]With Google handing out more than $100 million in seed money to professional content creators, amateur hour may not exactly be finished at its storied video site, but the sleeping kitties and exploding pop bottles will have to make room for the likes of Madonna and The Onion--and as soon as next month.

The authorized Steve Jobs bio arrives (Apple Talk Weekly)[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]CNET gives you a full rundown of this week's top news and rumors about Apple, with this week's highlight being the release of the authorized biography of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

Look out: Fossil fuels may be out-innovating green tech[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Cheap natural gas from "fracking" shale rock and other unconventional fossil fuels are making life tough for cleantech.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Apple MacBook Pro, the 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S, and the LG Enlighten.

Made in China: Country's new supercomputer uses homegrown chips[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 09:09:42 PDT ]Flexing its growing semiconductor muscles, China uses domestic chips for its latest supercomputer. How fast will the country close the gap with U.S. companies Intel, AMD, and Nvidia?

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Site reveals the human slavery behind your stuff[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:20:41 GMT ]I have 66 slaves working for me. Or at least that’s what Slavery Footprint estimates based on my lifestyle and the size of my family.

7 billion people? How do they know?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:39:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The United Nations is set to mark the 7 billionth click of the population counter, but in reality, no one knows when that click will actually come. We may well have already passed the 7 billion mark, or it may be months away.

Find some scary apps for your phone[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:03:26 GMT ]There’s frightening fun to be found on your iPhone, iPad or Android device this Halloween. Find haunted houses to visit in your area, read spooky stories or turn a loved one into a ghost.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Blue Coat confirms Syria used its Web filtering devices[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:04:23 PDT ]Following reports, Blue Coat says Syria was indeed censoring the Web with its filtering devices. But the company adds that it doesn't know how the gadgets ended up in Syria despite a trade embargo.

Amateur hour over: YouTube going prime time[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:35:49 PDT ]With Google handing out more than $100 million in seed money to professional content creators, amateur hour may not exactly be finished at its storied video site, but the sleeping kitties and exploding pop bottles will have to make room for the likes of Madonna and The Onion--and as soon as next month.

The authorized Steve Jobs bio arrives (Apple Talk Weekly)[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]CNET gives you a full rundown of this week's top news and rumors about Apple, with this week's highlight being the release of the authorized biography of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

Look out: Fossil fuels may be out-innovating green tech[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Cheap natural gas from "fracking" shale rock and other unconventional fossil fuels are making life tough for cleantech.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Apple MacBook Pro, the 2012 Porsche Panamera Turbo S, and the LG Enlighten.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Ethnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:52:59 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

7 billion people? How do they know?[ Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:39:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The United Nations is set to mark the 7 billionth click of the population counter, but in reality, no one knows when that click will actually come. We may well have already passed the 7 billion mark, or it may be months away.

Find some scary apps for your phone[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:03:26 GMT ]There’s frightening fun to be found on your iPhone, iPad or Android device this Halloween. Find haunted houses to visit in your area, read spooky stories or turn a loved one into a ghost.

Site reveals the human slavery behind your stuff[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:20:41 GMT ]I have 66 slaves working for me. Or at least that’s what Slavery Footprint estimates based on my lifestyle and the size of my family.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Facebook to shelve Beluga messenger in December[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:02:29 PDT ]Facebook today announced plans to kill off its Beluga messaging service, which it acquired earlier this year. Users have two weeks to get their data off the site, with it going offline in December.

Steve Martin makes a book from his tweets (and yours)[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:21:14 PDT ]The "Pink Panther" star, banjo player, and author decides to publish a book made up of his tweets and his followers' responses.

Facebook stops 600,000 suspicious log-ins a day[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:31:04 PDT ]Following the release of an infographic that created some confusion over the use of the term "compromised," Facebook elaborates on its process for blocking suspicious log-ins.

Bye, bye $99 TouchPad: HP says tablet officially out of stock[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:54:58 PDT ]Hewlett-Packard sent out notices today indicating that it is officially out of TouchPads. That means don't expect any more shipments of those popular $99 tablets.

Blue Coat confirms Syria used its Web filtering devices[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:04:23 PDT ]Following reports, Blue Coat says Syria was indeed censoring the Web with its filtering devices. But the company adds that it doesn't know how the gadgets ended up in Syria despite a trade embargo.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Etnic costume posters spawn memes[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:35:43 EDT ]Ohio University student Taylor See and her friends expected some controversy to arise from a project to raise awareness of what it means to dress up as an ethnic stereotype for Halloween. But they weren't expecting the comparisons to robots or dogs.

Video: Undersea adventures? You better take a camera[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:10:16 GMT ]With amazing affordable waterproof cameras like Nikon's CoolPix AW100, there's no reason not to capture every moment, even if you're communing with the sea turtles or cruising a coral reef. (msnbc.com)

Want $50,000? Read these shredded messages[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:10:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: DARPA's latest tech challenge is offering $50,000 for a task worthy of secret agents — piecing together messages that have been shredded into thousands of bits.

Find some scary apps for your phone[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:03:26 GMT ]There’s frightening fun to be found on your iPhone, iPad or Android device this Halloween. Find haunted houses to visit in your area, read spooky stories or turn a loved one into a ghost.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Netflix's nightmare on Wall Street (week in review)[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:05:59 PDT ]Video rental service sheds subscribers and market cap, while HP opts to stay in the PC game. Also: Apple TV on the horizon?

RIM aiding India with wiretaps, report says[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:09:37 PDT ]The BlackBerry provider is said to be providing decoded customer messages to the Indian government--as long as it believes there is "legal authorization" to do so.

Google TV gets major Honeycomb update[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Google has announced a major update to the Google TV platform, introducing access to the Android Market, improved search, and a simpler user interface.

New Google TV 2.0 hardware coming soon[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]While existing Google TV customers will receive the "next" update early next week, Google says it will take several months for new hardware to emerge.

Nokia hints at tablets, but does it have what it takes?[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:05:54 PDT ]The company's CEO, Stephen Elop, says that he can see Nokia's Lumia "environment" making its way to Windows 8 tablets.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Video: Undersea adventures? You better take a camera[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:10:16 GMT ]With amazing affordable waterproof cameras like Nikon's CoolPix AW100, there's no reason not to capture every moment, even if you're communing with the sea turtles or cruising a coral reef. (msnbc.com)

Want $50,000? Read these shredded messages[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:10:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: DARPA's latest tech challenge is offering $50,000 for a task worthy of secret agents — piecing together messages that have been shredded into thousands of bits.

Find some scary apps for your phone[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:03:26 GMT ]There’s frightening fun to be found on your iPhone, iPad or Android device this Halloween. Find haunted houses to visit in your area, read spooky stories or turn a loved one into a ghost.

Four fun Halloween photo effects[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:34:46 GMT ]Between the kids’ costumes, jack-o-lanterns and trick-or-treating, there are a lot of photo moments to capture.But great photos in these difficult lighting situations mean you’ll have to do a little more than just point and shoot.

10 of the world's creepiest gadgets[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:37:49 GMT ]A thumb drive that is literally a thumb; a knife set dedicated to your ex; a Facebank that aimed for cute and ended at freaky. We have a whole collection of things to weird you out.

Netflix's nightmare on Wall Street (week in review)[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:05:59 PDT ]Video rental service sheds subscribers and market cap, while HP opts to stay in the PC game. Also: Apple TV on the horizon?

RIM aiding India with wiretaps, report says[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:09:37 PDT ]The BlackBerry provider is said to be providing decoded customer messages to the Indian government--as long as it believes there is "legal authorization" to do so.

Google TV gets major Honeycomb update[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Google has announced a major update to the Google TV platform, introducing access to the Android Market, improved search, and a simpler user interface.

New Google TV 2.0 hardware coming soon[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]While existing Google TV customers will receive the "next" update early next week, Google says it will take several months for new hardware to emerge.

Nokia hints at tablets, but does it have what it takes?[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:05:54 PDT ]The company's CEO, Stephen Elop, says that he can see Nokia's Lumia "environment" making its way to Windows 8 tablets.

Video finds horror in Facebook privacy fears[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:51 EDT ]A sweaty, wild-eyed man in a stained undershirt hunches over his computer in a shadowy basement. He's broken into your Facebook account and is reading your posts as his dirty, cracked fingernails paw at the keyboard.

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Long-gone woodpecker lives again ... on film[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:08:32 GMT ]A snippet of film shot by an amateur ornithologist in 1956 is providing researchers and bird enthusiasts with a rare opportunity to observe the behavior of the imperial woodpecker, a giant resident of Mexico's Sierra Madre now presumed extinct.

How to dispose of your old TV properly[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:13:49 GMT ]Be sure you know what dangers lurk in that old TV of yours, and where to drop it off for the most environmentally conscientious disposal.

Phishing email masked as StubHub notice[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 22:53:05 GMT ]An email scam masked as an order confirmation from StubHub landed in countless mailboxes Thursday.

Want $50,000? Read these shredded messages[ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:10:36 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: DARPA's latest tech challenge is offering $50,000 for a task worthy of secret agents — piecing together messages that have been shredded into thousands of bits.

Study: Japan nuke radiation higher than estimated[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:11:19 GMT ]The Fukushima nuclear disaster released twice as much of a dangerous radioactive substance into the atmosphere as Japanese authorities estimated, reaching 40 percent of the total from Chernobyl, a preliminary report says.

Intel chips let Web sites check your computer's ID[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:25:58 PDT ]Intel rolling out chip-based technology that allows specific computers to be paired with accounts so Web sites can verify your login is legitimate.

For keeps: A brief look at HP's PC lines[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:35:47 PDT ]In the wake of Hewlett-Packard's decision to keep its PC business, here's a quick overview of its most popular PC lines.

Mapping climate change in California (video)[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:36:25 PDT ]UC Berkeley researchers have built a Web-based mapping tool to help scientists prepare for climate change in California.

Sprint reportedly near new deal with Clearwire[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:59:17 PDT ]The deal would extend a network-sharing agreement beyond 2012, providing some reassurance to Clearwire's long-term prospects.

Samsung overtakes Apple to win smartphone crown[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:16:02 PDT ]Samsung Electronics' share of the global smartphone market nearly quadruples in the third quarter as the total market hits record unit shipments.

Unthink wants to be the new anti-Facebook[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:32:10 EDT ]Call it "Occupy Facebook." Or, perhaps, "UnOccupy Facebook."

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:16:24 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Camera shootout: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and HTC Amaze[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:07:14 GMT ]We tested three cellphone cameras: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, and HTC Amaze, a phone marketed for its photographic capabilities. Do any measure up to a good point-and-shoot camera?

A digital calendar to keep your family organized[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:16:08 GMT ]With five busy people in my house, keeping track of who needs to be where when is a challenge. That's where using a digital calendar comes in handy.

How to dispose of your old TV properly[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:13:49 GMT ]Be sure you know what dangers lurk in that old TV of yours, and where to drop it off for the most environmentally conscientious disposal.

Video: Windows Phone gets window of opportunity[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:21:41 GMT ]In an interview, Microsoft mobile chief Andy Lees discusses how Windows Phone may finally be gaining momentum, thanks in part to new ties to Windows 8 and Xbox and the launch of Nokia's first wave of Microsoft-powered smartphones. (msnbc.com)

Orbiter rounds up four Saturnian moons[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 01:19:39 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Cassini mission to Saturn has done it again, with a beautifully composed picture of the planet's rings and four of its moons.

NSA helping Wall Street fight hackers[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:25:36 PDT ]The National Security Agency is trying to help financial firms combat foreign hackers by providing them with certain intelligence, says Reuters.

Mobile devices sold with shared data plans expected to take off[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:33:07 PDT ]The number of phones, tablets, and other mobile devices sold with shared data plans will grow around 89 percent a year, reaching close to 187 million in 2015, predicts Infonetics Research.

A new auction house, this one for mobile ads[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Advertising startup MoPub is rolling out a marketplace for mobile ads, aiming to capture the ad dollars moving to mobile.

IBM listens in on wave energy's subsea sounds[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:02:59 PDT ]In a wave energy project in Ireland, IBM will monitor a stream of acoustics data from a wave power generator to measure the environmental impact on the local marine ecosystem.

Another sign points to Google Music download service[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:26:07 PDT ]Android phone users who tried to access Google Music have been able to view a page promoting "millions of songs" that are available for download in the Android Market.

Unthink wants to be the new anti-Facebook[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:32:10 EDT ]Call it "Occupy Facebook." Or, perhaps, "UnOccupy Facebook."

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:16:03 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Camera shootout: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and HTC Amaze[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:07:14 GMT ]We tested three cellphone cameras: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, and HTC Amaze, a phone marketed for its photographic capabilities. Do any measure up to a good point-and-shoot camera?

A digital calendar to keep your family organized[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:16:08 GMT ]With five busy people in my house, keeping track of who needs to be where when is a challenge. That's where using a digital calendar comes in handy.

How to dispose of your old TV properly[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:13:49 GMT ]Be sure you know what dangers lurk in that old TV of yours, and where to drop it off for the most environmentally conscientious disposal.

Video: Windows Phone gets window of opportunity[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:21:41 GMT ]In an interview, Microsoft mobile chief Andy Lees discusses how Windows Phone may finally be gaining momentum, thanks in part to new ties to Windows 8 and Xbox and the launch of Nokia's first wave of Microsoft-powered smartphones. (msnbc.com)

Orbiter rounds up four Saturnian moons[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 01:19:39 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Cassini mission to Saturn has done it again, with a beautifully composed picture of the planet's rings and four of its moons.

NSA helping Wall Street fight hackers[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:25:36 PDT ]The National Security Agency is trying to help financial firms combat foreign hackers by providing them with certain intelligence, says Reuters.

Mobile devices sold with shared data plans expected to take off[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:33:07 PDT ]The number of phones, tablets, and other mobile devices sold with shared data plans will grow around 89 percent a year, reaching close to 187 million in 2015, predicts Infonetics Research.

A new auction house, this one for mobile ads[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Advertising startup MoPub is rolling out a marketplace for mobile ads, aiming to capture the ad dollars moving to mobile.

IBM listens in on wave energy's subsea sounds[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:02:59 PDT ]In a wave energy project in Ireland, IBM will monitor a stream of acoustics data from a wave power generator to measure the environmental impact on the local marine ecosystem.

Another sign points to Google Music download service[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:26:07 PDT ]Android phone users who tried to access Google Music have been able to view a page promoting "millions of songs" that are available for download in the Android Market.

Unthink wants to be the new anti-Facebook[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:32:10 EDT ]Call it "Occupy Facebook." Or, perhaps, "UnOccupy Facebook."

Why Amazon's Jeff Bezos is the next Steve Jobs[ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:16:03 EDT ]Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shares many similarities with the late Steve Jobs, making him the next most dominant figure in the technology industry.

Nokia's Lumia translates as 'prostitute' in Spanish[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:43:12 GMT ]How on earth did smartphone maker Nokia not realize that the names of its latest devices — the Lumia 800 and the Lumia 710 — happen to match a colloquial term for "prostitute" in Spanish?

Camera shootout: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and HTC Amaze[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:07:14 GMT ]We tested three cellphone cameras: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, and HTC Amaze, a phone marketed for its photographic capabilities. Do any measure up to a good point-and-shoot camera?

Deal with HDTV customer service — and win[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:58:05 GMT ]Your HDTV has a problem, and the warranty just expired. Here's how to talk to customer service reps to maximize your chances of being helped.

Scientists crack secret society's code[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:39:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Researchers have used computer software — and some old-fashioned hunches — to crack the code used by a secret society in Germany 250 years ago

Nokia's first Windows Phones see light of day[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:32:49 GMT ]Nokia introduced the Lumia smartphone line today, the first of its global wave of phones powered by Microsoft's Windows Phone platform. Living up to Nokia's reputation, the phones are bold, beautiful — and not yet available in the U.S.

RIM: We have 'an unprecedented track record of reliability'[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:01:59 PDT ]Even with the big outage earlier this month, Research In Motion's U.K. and Ireland director says the company's track record speaks for itself.

Nokia's big Windows Phone push (roundup)[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:02:57 PDT ]In a splashy debut, the Finnish company launches the Windows Phone-based Lumia handsets, along with the Asha line for emerging markets. It could use a hit product or two.

Apple's online store adds in-store pickup option[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:20:38 PDT ]Apple's online store has a new option for buyers to select items they've purchased to be made available for in-store pickup, as opposed to having them shipped. For now it appears only in the San Francisco area.

Apple expected to launch 4G LTE iPhone next year[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:36:40 PDT ]Along with other mobile phone makers, Apple is expected to 'join the LTE club' next year with a 4G iPhone, says DigiTimes.

Lookout stops segregating tablets[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Lookout Mobile Security finally works out its Wi-Fi problem and issues an Android update that supports tablets and phones that don't have cell phone numbers.

Rockstar Games' Houser on 'Grand Theft Auto'[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:12:39 EDT ]While Rockstar Games is developing the next installment of the franchise, the game publisher is entering the booming tablet market by introducing "GTA III" to a potentially new audience of iPad 2 and Android tablet owners this fall.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:43:18 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

Nokia's Lumia translates as 'prostitute' in Spanish[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:43:12 GMT ]How on earth did smartphone maker Nokia not realize that the names of its latest devices — the Lumia 800 and the Lumia 710 — happen to match a colloquial term for "prostitute" in Spanish?

Camera shootout: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and HTC Amaze[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:07:14 GMT ]We tested three cellphone cameras: iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, and HTC Amaze, a phone marketed for its photographic capabilities. Do any measure up to a good point-and-shoot camera?

Deal with HDTV customer service — and win[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:58:05 GMT ]Your HDTV has a problem, and the warranty just expired. Here's how to talk to customer service reps to maximize your chances of being helped.

Scientists crack secret society's code[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:39:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Researchers have used computer software — and some old-fashioned hunches — to crack the code used by a secret society in Germany 250 years ago

Nokia's first Windows Phones see light of day[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:32:49 GMT ]Nokia introduced the Lumia smartphone line today, the first of its global wave of phones powered by Microsoft's Windows Phone platform. Living up to Nokia's reputation, the phones are bold, beautiful — and not yet available in the U.S.

RIM: We have 'an unprecedented track record of reliability'[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:01:59 PDT ]Even with the big outage earlier this month, Research In Motion's U.K. and Ireland director says the company's track record speaks for itself.

Nokia's big Windows Phone push (roundup)[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:02:57 PDT ]In a splashy debut, the Finnish company launches the Windows Phone-based Lumia handsets, along with the Asha line for emerging markets. It could use a hit product or two.

Apple's online store adds in-store pickup option[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:20:38 PDT ]Apple's online store has a new option for buyers to select items they've purchased to be made available for in-store pickup, as opposed to having them shipped. For now it appears only in the San Francisco area.

Apple expected to launch 4G LTE iPhone next year[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:36:40 PDT ]Along with other mobile phone makers, Apple is expected to 'join the LTE club' next year with a 4G iPhone, says DigiTimes.

Lookout stops segregating tablets[ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 PDT ]Lookout Mobile Security finally works out its Wi-Fi problem and issues an Android update that supports tablets and phones that don't have cell phone numbers.

Rockstar Games' Houser on 'Grand Theft Auto'[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:12:39 EDT ]While Rockstar Games is developing the next installment of the franchise, the game publisher is entering the booming tablet market by introducing "GTA III" to a potentially new audience of iPad 2 and Android tablet owners this fall.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:43:18 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

More Android devices, more downloads than iOS[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:36:29 GMT ]With so many more models than the iPhone, it's no wonder that Android devices have finally surpassed iOS in mobile app downloads, with 44 percent of the market share vs. 31 percent.

Windows XP turns 10, still thrives[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:34:59 GMT ]While many of us will be looking to migrate from Windows 7 to Windows 8 when it becomes available, there are still plenty of folks using XP in the U.S. and globally.

Flying ball goes anywhere[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:44:47 GMT ]Future of Tech: A spherical flying machine that can take off and land just about anywhere, roll along walls and hover like a helicopter was recently unveiled by Japan's Ministry of Defense.

Thermostat reinvented, and it's finally good[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:41:15 GMT ]Do you ever feel guilty about not efficiently managing your home's heating and air conditioning? It's not your fault. Turns out, thermostats really are awful, and it's time for a totally new one. Enter the Nest learning thermostat.

Scientists crack secret society's code[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:39:16 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Researchers have used computer software — and some old-fashioned hunches — to crack the code used by a secret society in Germany 250 years ago

Are physical Bitcoins legal?[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:51:15 PDT ]Brass- and gold-plated physical Bitcoins are now available. Just don't let the FBI know...

'Millions more' may own a Kindle Fire, Bezos says[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:19:15 PDT ]Amazon.com could double the number of Android-based tablets in consumers' hands by the end of the year, CEO Jeff Bezos says.

Why Wall Street is (still) wrong about Netflix[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:28:54 PDT ]Its shares fell 35 percent today and Wall Street has branded it a goat. But Netflix was and is right to bear hug its streaming-video business.

Twitter quietly testing expandable timeline[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:01:17 PDT ]New timeline allows users to click on tweets to see conversations and media inside the timeline instead of off to the side.

Annual Macworld event drops 'Expo' for 'iWorld'[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:06:15 PDT ]Next year's Macworld Expo is now known as Macworld|iWorld, an hommage to Apple product naming, and a change that breaks with the long tradition of the show's name.

Smartphone detects danger in a heartbeat[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:15:04 EDT ]A new medical invention which harnesses the power of smartphone technology could revolutionize the treatment of heart patients, according to researchers in Switzerland.

Rockstar Games' Houser on 'Grand Theft Auto'[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:12:39 EDT ]While Rockstar Games is developing the next installment of the franchise, the game publisher is entering the booming tablet market by introducing "GTA III" to a potentially new audience of iPad 2 and Android tablet owners this fall.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:50:02 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

Catch a falling star ... and fall colors[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:58:04 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A meteoric masterpiece captures an Orionid shooting star as well as the colors of fall leaves in Pennsylvania.

German satellite crashed over Bay of Bengal[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:04:23 GMT ]Heavily populated Asian cities avoided a dangerous collision with space junk last weekend as a defunct German satellite crashed into the sea somewhere between India and Myanmar.

Yeast adds vitamins to bread[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:34:28 GMT ]Future of Tech: A genetically-enhanced strain of yeast that adds vitamin A to bread is one of 60 student-led teams in the finals of a synthetic biology competition.

Thermostat reinvented, and it's finally good[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:41:15 GMT ]Do you ever feel guilty about not efficiently managing your home's heating and air conditioning? It's not your fault. Turns out, thermostats really are awful, and it's time for a totally new one. Enter the Nest learning thermostat.

Northern lights go way, way south[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:57:56 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A solar outburst sparked northern lights in Arkansas, North Carolina and other places usually too far south to see the cosmic fireworks.

Strong quarter expected for Amazon[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:05:01 PDT ]A last-minute sales surge due to the release of new Kindle e-readers and better-than-previously-expected e-commerce results will make a difference for Amazon.

Nokia puts Windows Phone future on display (live blog Wed.)[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:23:33 PDT ]The beleaguered handset maker will announce its first Windows Phone devices as part of a partnership it crafted with Microsoft in February.

Visa, MasterCard to use buying history for ad targeting?[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:24:16 PDT ]The credit card companies are reportedly working on plans to take customer purchase data and use that to deliver targeted ads.

Shares plummeting, Netflix a worthy acquisition, analyst says[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:17:10 PDT ]The streaming and DVD rental provider is now a bargain for a company that wants to break into those markets, argues Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter.

Tablet owners still won't pay to read the news[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:41:37 PDT ]Though accessing the news is one of the most popular activities among tablet owners, most are still hesitant to pay for the privilege, says a new study from Pew Research.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:50:02 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

Smartphone detects danger in a heartbeat[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:15:04 EDT ]A new medical invention which harnesses the power of smartphone technology could revolutionize the treatment of heart patients, according to researchers in Switzerland.

Catch a falling star ... and fall colors[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:58:04 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A meteoric masterpiece captures an Orionid shooting star as well as the colors of fall leaves in Pennsylvania.

German satellite crashed over Bay of Bengal[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:04:23 GMT ]Heavily populated Asian cities avoided a dangerous collision with space junk last weekend as a defunct German satellite crashed into the sea somewhere between India and Myanmar.

Thermostat reinvented, and it's finally good[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:41:15 GMT ]Do you ever feel guilty about not efficiently managing your home's heating and air conditioning? It's not your fault. Turns out, thermostats really are awful, and it's time for a totally new one. Enter the Nest learning thermostat.

Yeast adds vitamins to bread[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:34:28 GMT ]Future of Tech: A genetically-enhanced strain of yeast that adds vitamin A to bread is one of 60 student-led teams in the finals of a synthetic biology competition.

Northern lights go way, way south[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:57:56 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A solar outburst sparked northern lights in Arkansas, North Carolina and other places usually too far south to see the cosmic fireworks.

Strong quarter expected for Amazon[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:05:01 PDT ]A last-minute sales surge due to the release of new Kindle e-readers and better-than-previously-expected e-commerce results will make a difference for Amazon.

Nokia puts Windows Phone future on display (live blog Wed.)[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:23:33 PDT ]The beleaguered handset maker will announce its first Windows Phone devices as part of a partnership it crafted with Microsoft in February.

Visa, MasterCard to use buying history for ad targeting?[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:24:16 PDT ]The credit card companies are reportedly working on plans to take customer purchase data and use that to deliver targeted ads.

Shares plummeting, Netflix a worthy acquisition, analyst says[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:17:10 PDT ]The streaming and DVD rental provider is now a bargain for a company that wants to break into those markets, argues Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter.

Tablet owners still won't pay to read the news[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:41:37 PDT ]Though accessing the news is one of the most popular activities among tablet owners, most are still hesitant to pay for the privilege, says a new study from Pew Research.

Smartphone detects danger in a heartbeat[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:15:04 EDT ]A new medical invention which harnesses the power of smartphone technology could revolutionize the treatment of heart patients, according to researchers in Switzerland.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 09:01:23 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

'Rogue' man-eating sharks actually want whales[ Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:55:47 GMT ]After the attack on an American diver by a great white shark off the coast of Australia, the rumor mill is swilling with talk of a "rogue man-eating shark" that developed a taste for humans, killing three men over the last two months.

Battlefield vs Modern Warfare: Which side are you on?[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:30:37 GMT ]The epic battle between military shooters "Battlefield 3" and "Modern Warfare 3" is about to commence. But which game will come out on top and which side will you choose?

Readings contradict best model for dark matter[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:59:43 GMT ]New measurements of tiny galaxies contradict scientists' best model of dark matter, further complicating the already mysterious picture of the stuff that is thought to make up 98 percent of all matter in the universe.

Yeast adds vitamins to bread[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:34:28 GMT ]Future of Tech: A genetically-enhanced strain of yeast that adds vitamin A to bread is one of 60 student-led teams in the finals of a synthetic biology competition.

Catch a falling star ... and fall colors[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:58:04 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: A meteoric masterpiece captures an Orionid shooting star as well as the colors of fall leaves in Pennsylvania.

Steve Jobs bio a possible 2011 top seller for Amazon[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:13:30 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's authorized biography of Steve Jobs, which went on sale today, is already expected to be Amazon's top selling book of 2011.

Sprint, Apple said to be cooking up iPhone 4S 3G speed fix[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:03:16 PDT ]New report suggests Apple and Sprint are working on a possible software fix for iPhone 4S owners on Sprint's network experiencing slow 3G speeds.

John McCarthy, creator of Lisp programming language, dies[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:43:11 PDT ]Also a pioneer in artificial intelligence, McCarthy is credited with having coined the term in 1955.

800k fewer subscribers humbles Netflix[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:27:12 PDT ]CEO acknowledges price hike and a now cancelled plan to spin off DVD operations, hurt company's reputation. He must pull back on expansion plans as a result. When will Netflix's nightmare end?

Hackers release data on ex-Treasury Secretary Rubin[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:36:20 PDT ]In latest pro-protest salvo, hackers dump data on former banker and Treasury Secretary.

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Biographer: Mortality motivated Steve Jobs[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:03:49 EDT ]Upon being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2003, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs put off surgery for nine months against the advice of his doctors while he tried to treat the disease with a special macrobiotic diet -- a decision he later regretted, his biographer said.

The best tidbits from the Steve Jobs bio[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:05:03 EDT ]"Steve Jobs,' the biography of the late tech visionary that went on sale Monday, has already produced plenty of headlines: How Jobs met his birth father without knowing who he was, how he swore bitter revenge on Google for developing its competing Android system, and how he waited too long after his cancer diagnosis to get surgery that might have saved him.

NASA sting terrifies elderly woman[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:48:41 GMT ]The elaborate mission to recover a moon rock led NASA agents to one of the most down-to-earth places: a Denny's restaurant in Riverside County.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

Telegraph, America's first Internet, turns 150[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:23:06 GMT ]Long before there was an Internet or an iPad, before people were social networking and instant messaging, Americans had already gotten wired.

Price predictions for Black Friday TV shoppers[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 20:38:50 GMT ]This year continues to be slow for TV sales for a lot of reasons, all pointing to exceptionally good holiday pricing. By talking to industry contacts, surveying current deals and analyzing price trends, HD Guru compiled a list of HDTV price predictions based on size and features.

Satellite debris could have hit Asia, or the sea[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 19:31:57 GMT ]A defunct German research satellite crashed into the Earth somewhere in Southeast Asia on Sunday, a U.S. scientist said — but no one is still quite sure where.

Nissan to make plug-in hybrid in eco-car push[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:59:52 PDT ]Company plans a new plug-in hybrid by 2015 as part of a strategy based on environmental auto technologies and corporate sustainability strategy.

Will Facebook profits double Amazon's this year?[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:28:14 PDT ]TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington says Facebook will be even more profitable than Amazon this year, but at the end of the day, there's no way to know for sure.

Apple's winning strategy: lower prices[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:51:57 PDT ]Once known as a company that sold niche products at high prices, Apple has since been able to match or beat the competition on cost, thus winning over a larger slice of the consumer market.

Want more secrets? We need cash, WikiLeaks says[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:24:50 PDT ]The organization says it's under attack by "big financial services companies" and it needs cash in order to keep revealing secrets.

'Steve Jobs': an apt portrait of a jerk and a genius[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:33:06 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's biography is a compelling book that, like Jobs himself, doesn't sugarcoat the Apple leader's history. But in it, Jobs gets the last word.

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Biographer: Mortality motivated Steve Jobs[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:16:23 EDT ]Upon being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2003, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs put off surgery for nine months against the advice of his doctors while he tried to treat the disease with a special macrobiotic diet -- a decision he later regretted, his biographer said.

NASA sting terrifies elderly woman[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:48:41 GMT ]The elaborate mission to recover a moon rock led NASA agents to one of the most down-to-earth places: a Denny's restaurant in Riverside County.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

Telegraph, America's first Internet, turns 150[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:23:06 GMT ]Long before there was an Internet or an iPad, before people were social networking and instant messaging, Americans had already gotten wired.

Price predictions for Black Friday TV shoppers[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 20:38:50 GMT ]This year continues to be slow for TV sales for a lot of reasons, all pointing to exceptionally good holiday pricing. By talking to industry contacts, surveying current deals and analyzing price trends, HD Guru compiled a list of HDTV price predictions based on size and features.

Satellite debris could have hit Asia, or the sea[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 19:31:57 GMT ]A defunct German research satellite crashed into the Earth somewhere in Southeast Asia on Sunday, a U.S. scientist said — but no one is still quite sure where.

Nissan to make plug-in hybrid in eco-car push[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:59:52 PDT ]Company plans a new plug-in hybrid by 2015 as part of a strategy based on environmental auto technologies and corporate sustainability strategy.

Will Facebook profits double Amazon's this year?[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:28:14 PDT ]TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington says Facebook will be even more profitable than Amazon this year, but at the end of the day, there's no way to know for sure.

Apple's winning strategy: lower prices[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:51:57 PDT ]Once known as a company that sold niche products at high prices, Apple has since been able to match or beat the competition on cost, thus winning over a larger slice of the consumer market.

Want more secrets? We need cash, WikiLeaks says[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:24:50 PDT ]The organization says it's under attack by "big financial services companies" and it needs cash in order to keep revealing secrets.

'Steve Jobs': an apt portrait of a jerk and a genius[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:33:06 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's biography is a compelling book that, like Jobs himself, doesn't sugarcoat the Apple leader's history. But in it, Jobs gets the last word.

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Biographer: Mortality motivated Steve Jobs[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:16:23 EDT ]Upon being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2003, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs put off surgery for nine months against the advice of his doctors while he tried to treat the disease with a special macrobiotic diet -- a decision he later regretted, his biographer said.

Sci-fi-style sabotage a fear in new hacks[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:44:52 GMT ]Hacking techniques that require little time, money or even specialized skill are highlighting the danger to operators of power plants, water systems and other critical infrastructure around the world.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Jobs memorial video posted on Apple.com[ Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:57:05 GMT ]Apple is allowing the general public to get a look at a heartfelt and star-studded memorial service it held for employees to celebrate the life of Steve Jobs at its Cupertino headquarters last week.

Price predictions for Black Friday TV shoppers[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 20:38:50 GMT ]This year continues to be slow for TV sales for a lot of reasons, all pointing to exceptionally good holiday pricing. By talking to industry contacts, surveying current deals and analyzing price trends, HD Guru compiled a list of HDTV price predictions based on size and features.

Satellite debris could have hit Asia, or the sea[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 19:31:57 GMT ]A defunct German research satellite crashed into the Earth somewhere in Southeast Asia on Sunday, a U.S. scientist said — but no one is still quite sure where.

Steve Jobs told Obama he would be a one-termer[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 19:29:37 PDT ]When the late Apple co-founder met with President Obama, Jobs gave the president ideas about generating jobs and retaining talented engineers from overseas, Jobs' biographer tells "60 Minutes."

Steve Jobs and 'the passion of his honesty'[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 19:46:30 PDT ]The Apple co-founder's fire made for great products, but also cruelty, biographer Walter Isaacson says. Jobs also was determined not to let money ruin him.

In tablets, Android's star is rising but...[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:05:02 PDT ]The debate about whether the Android tablet platform is cutting into Apple's iPad sales rages on.

Steve Jobs biography comes to Kindle early[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:16:24 PDT ]Kindle users who preordered the Walter Isaacson biography noticed it turning up on their devices ahead of schedule.

Jobs: 'I don't want to make Android users happy'[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:47:15 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's biography of Steve Jobs contains a lot of references to Android, which he viewed as a "stolen product."

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Boston police website hacked: 'It's not funny'[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 04:26:21 GMT ]A Boston Police Department website was hacked. At least 2,000 names and passwords have been posted online.

Bransons, space tourists anxious for maiden flight[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:06:01 GMT ]British billionaire Richard Branson aims to one day make traveling to space safe and affordable for the masses, not just those who can afford a $200,000 ticket.

Dead satellite tumbles to Earth — but where?[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:42:06 GMT ]Scientists were trying to establish how and where a defunct research satellite returned to the Earth Sunday, after warning that some parts might survive re-entry and crash at up to 280 mph.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

Police data leaked as cop confab kicks off[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:10:53 PDT ]Hacking collective Anonymous says it has once again leaked sensitive law enforcement information, in time for the National Day of Action Against Police Brutality as well as the opening of the annual conference of The International Association of Chiefs of Police.

Hard drives could get scarce: Apple, analysts[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:16:18 PDT ]The hard disk drive is a component that has always been in plentiful supply. But that could change over the next few months if conditions worsen in Thailand.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Bio quotes Jobs on partners in crime: Cook and Ive[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:30 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's soon-to-be-released bio of Steve Jobs gives a look at two of the Apple co-founder's most important sidekicks in the post-Woz era: Tim Cook, the man who would be CEO, and Jony Ive, industrial designer extraordinaire.

Will Netflix comeback start tomorrow?[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 08:01:19 PDT ]By reporting earnings in line with expectations, CEO Reed Hastings can begin leading his company away from recent missteps that shook customer and investor faith. But more unwelcome surprises could put rally on hold.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Boston police website hacked: 'It's not funny'[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 04:26:21 GMT ]A Boston Police Department website was hacked. At least 2,000 names and passwords have been posted online.

Bransons, space tourists anxious for maiden flight[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:06:01 GMT ]British billionaire Richard Branson aims to one day make traveling to space safe and affordable for the masses, not just those who can afford a $200,000 ticket.

Dead satellite tumbles to Earth — but where?[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:42:06 GMT ]Scientists were trying to establish how and where a defunct research satellite returned to the Earth Sunday, after warning that some parts might survive re-entry and crash at up to 280 mph.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

Research: Web porn stops men from performing[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 10:23:40 PDT ]Studies show that Internet porn images are so desensitizing that many men in their 20s believe low libido is "normal."

Police data leaked as cop confab kicks off[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:10:53 PDT ]Hacking collective Anonymous says it has once again leaked sensitive law enforcement information, in time for the National Day of Action Against Police Brutality as well as the opening of the annual conference of The International Association of Chiefs of Police.

Hard drives could get scarce: Apple, analysts[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:16:18 PDT ]The hard disk drive is a component that has always been in plentiful supply. But that could change over the next few months if conditions worsen in Thailand.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Bio quotes Jobs on partners in crime: Cook and Ive[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:30 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's soon-to-be-released bio of Steve Jobs gives a look at two of the Apple co-founder's most important sidekicks in the post-Woz era: Tim Cook, the man who would be CEO, and Jony Ive, industrial designer extraordinaire.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

Boston Police website hacked[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:45:18 GMT ]BOSTON -- A Boston Police Department website was hacked. At least 2,000 names and passwords have been posted online.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Defunct satellite tumbles to Earth, Germans say[ Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:53:22 GMT ]An old German satellite plunges to Earth after languishing in a dead orbit for more than a decade, but officials do not yet know where it fell.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

Research: Web porn stops men from performing[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 10:23:40 PDT ]Studies show that Internet porn images are so desensitizing that many men in their 20s believe low libido is "normal."

Police data leaked as cop confab kicks off[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:10:53 PDT ]Hacking collective Anonymous says it has once again leaked sensitive law enforcement information, in time for the National Day of Action Against Police Brutality as well as the opening of the annual conference of The International Association of Chiefs of Police.

Hard drives could get scarce: Apple, analysts[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:16:18 PDT ]The hard disk drive is a component that has always been in plentiful supply. But that could change over the next few months if conditions worsen in Thailand.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Bio quotes Jobs on partners in crime: Cook and Ive[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:16:30 PDT ]Walter Isaacson's soon-to-be-released bio of Steve Jobs gives a look at two of the Apple co-founder's most important sidekicks in the post-Woz era: Tim Cook, the man who would be CEO, and Jony Ive, industrial designer extraordinaire.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Is gruesome no longer taboo?[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:38:19 GMT ]The threshold for publishing gruesome images like those of Muammar Gadhafi's death is falling as the Internet and social media make many of the editorial decisions that used to be left to a small group of professional journalists.

Verizon is getting Samsung Galaxy Nexus[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:52:24 GMT ]Though we're not yet sure that it's a true exclusive, Verizon Wireless has announced that it will be getting the Galaxy Nexus by Samsung, the first smartphone to run Android 4.0, a.k.a. Ice Cream Sandwich.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

For Google, $100M buys a nice campus expansion[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:46:18 PDT ]The Web giant acquires a new office complex adjacent to its Mountain View headquarters to house its growing staff.

Electric vehicles and building out the smart grid[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:51:08 PDT ]At the Networked EV 2011 conference in San Francisco, executives offer their perspective on how to integrate the deployment of electric vehicles with the building out of the smart grid.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Steve Jobs leaves apt rebuke of Hewlett-Packard[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:58 PDT ]commentary Among the many scathing remarks that Steve Jobs is delivering from the grave, one of the most appropriate is aimed at Apple's Silicon Valley neighbor Hewlett-Packard.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Apple iPhone 4S, the HTC Amaze 4G, and the Acer Aspire S3 laptop computer.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Is gruesome no longer taboo?[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:38:19 GMT ]The threshold for publishing gruesome images like those of Muammar Gadhafi's death is falling as the Internet and social media make many of the editorial decisions that used to be left to a small group of professional journalists.

Verizon is getting Samsung Galaxy Nexus[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:52:24 GMT ]Though we're not yet sure that it's a true exclusive, Verizon Wireless has announced that it will be getting the Galaxy Nexus by Samsung, the first smartphone to run Android 4.0, a.k.a. Ice Cream Sandwich.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

For Google, $100M buys a nice campus expansion[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:46:18 PDT ]The Web giant acquires a new office complex adjacent to its Mountain View headquarters to house its growing staff.

Electric vehicles and building out the smart grid[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:51:08 PDT ]At the Networked EV 2011 conference in San Francisco, executives offer their perspective on how to integrate the deployment of electric vehicles with the building out of the smart grid.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Steve Jobs leaves apt rebuke of Hewlett-Packard[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:58 PDT ]commentary Among the many scathing remarks that Steve Jobs is delivering from the grave, one of the most appropriate is aimed at Apple's Silicon Valley neighbor Hewlett-Packard.

Top-rated reviews of the week (photos)[ Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Here are a few of CNET Reviews' favorite items from the past week, including the Apple iPhone 4S, the HTC Amaze 4G, and the Acer Aspire S3 laptop computer.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Is gruesome no longer taboo?[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:38:19 GMT ]The threshold for publishing gruesome images like those of Muammar Gadhafi's death is falling as the Internet and social media make many of the editorial decisions that used to be left to a small group of professional journalists.

Verizon is getting Samsung Galaxy Nexus[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:52:24 GMT ]Though we're not yet sure that it's a true exclusive, Verizon Wireless has announced that it will be getting the Galaxy Nexus by Samsung, the first smartphone to run Android 4.0, a.k.a. Ice Cream Sandwich.

Rapture hype (and humor) resurrected[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:49:40 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The old doomsday jokes get a new hearing, thanks to a preacher's revised deadline for the end of the world. Will there be a new jokebook for 2012?

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Couple held hands for 1,500 years[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:38:36 GMT ]The skeletal remains of a Roman-era couple reveal the pair has been holding hands for 1,500 years.

Facebook Ireland accused of creating 'shadow profiles' on users, nonusers[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:20:32 PDT ]The Irish Data Protection Commissioner is probing Facebook Ireland for allegedly extracting data from current users for possible misuse.

For Google, $100M buys a nice campus expansion[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:46:18 PDT ]The Web giant acquires a new office complex adjacent to its Mountain View headquarters to house its growing staff.

Electric vehicles and building out the smart grid[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:51:08 PDT ]At the Networked EV 2011 conference in San Francisco, executives offer their perspective on how to integrate the deployment of electric vehicles with the building out of the smart grid.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:00 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already releasing tidbits from the book.

Steve Jobs leaves apt rebuke of Hewlett-Packard[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:04:58 PDT ]commentary Among the many scathing remarks that Steve Jobs is delivering from the grave, one of the most appropriate is aimed at Apple's Silicon Valley neighbor Hewlett-Packard.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:43:07 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

iPhone 4S shootout: AT&T vs. Sprint vs Verizon[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:23:31 GMT ]The overwhelming demand of the iPhone 4S is understandable, given the brilliant Siri voice-controlled assistant, faster processor and super-sharp camera. But which carrier's model is best for you?

Internet talks about 'Occupy Wall Street,' media listen[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:35:50 GMT ]As cell phone videos of protesters pepper sprayed by police made the Internet rounds, more of the Internet started paying attention. And as these things go nowadays, mainstream media started to pay attention to.

NASA: Pay now or pay later for space rides[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:24:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: If NASA can't provide as much support for U.S. spaceship-builders as it's hoping for, it'll have to keep paying the Russians $450 million for every year of delay, the space agency's No. 2 official says.

Five attractive TSA-approved laptop bags[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:20:47 GMT ]I searched high and low for TSA-approved laptop bags that aren’t ugly, and the selection of ladies’ bags is quite dismal, I must admit. But here are some that made the cut for style and function.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Android, iOS grab 94 percent of tablet market in Q3[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:16:04 PDT ]Apple's iPad was able to secure 66.6 percent of the tablet space during the period, while Android came in at 26.9 percent market share.

Jobs, Schmidt weren't pals after all, bio shows[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:40:31 PDT ]Pundits are calling for Eric Schmidt to stop with what they consider revisionist history about how Google and Apple were on friendly terms. According to upcoming biography on Jobs, the Apple co-founder wanted to go "thermonuclear" on Google.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:55:11 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already leaking tidbits from the book.

iPad 2 Smart Cover 'flaw' discovered in iOS 5[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:01:12 PDT ]Unauthorized users might be able to see content on the iPad 2, even if it's locked, with the help of the device's Smart Cover.

Ten years of iPods[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:09:19 PDT ]Apple's iconic iPod has been around a full decade, but it definitely hasn't always looked the same: a photo retrospective.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:13:49 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

iPhone 4S shootout: AT&T vs. Sprint vs Verizon[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:23:31 GMT ]The overwhelming demand of the iPhone 4S is understandable, given the brilliant Siri voice-controlled assistant, faster processor and super-sharp camera. But which carrier's model is best for you?

Internet talks about 'Occupy Wall Street,' media listen[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:35:50 GMT ]As cell phone videos of protesters pepper sprayed by police made the Internet rounds, more of the Internet started paying attention. And as these things go nowadays, mainstream media started to pay attention to.

NASA: Pay now or pay later for space rides[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:24:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: If NASA can't provide as much support for U.S. spaceship-builders as it's hoping for, it'll have to keep paying the Russians $450 million for every year of delay, the space agency's No. 2 official says.

10 essentials for the ultimate haunted house[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:19:30 GMT ]From zombie garden gnomes to the most terrifying front door imaginable, the latest Halloween decorations and gadgetry will help you step up your haunting, and keep the neighbors screaming.

Pre-caffeine: Cell phone safety, Fancy Crab![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Android, iOS grab 94 percent of tablet market in Q3[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:16:04 PDT ]Apple's iPad was able to secure 66.6 percent of the tablet space during the period, while Android came in at 26.9 percent market share.

Jobs, Schmidt weren't pals after all, bio shows[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:40:31 PDT ]Pundits are calling for Eric Schmidt to stop with what they consider revisionist history about how Google and Apple were on friendly terms. According to upcoming biography on Jobs, the Apple co-founder wanted to go "thermonuclear" on Google.

Steve Jobs bio: Behind the cover (roundup)[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:55:11 PDT ]The official Steve Jobs biography is due out Monday. An interview with the author will appear this weekend on "60 Minutes," while some publications are already leaking tidbits from the book.

iPad 2 Smart Cover 'flaw' discovered in iOS 5[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:01:12 PDT ]Unauthorized users might be able to see content on the iPad 2, even if it's locked, with the help of the device's Smart Cover.

Ten years of iPods[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:09:19 PDT ]Apple's iconic iPod has been around a full decade, but it definitely hasn't always looked the same: a photo retrospective.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Why computer voices are mostly female[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:13:49 EDT ]To most owners of the new iPhone, the voice-activated feature called Siri is more than a virtual "assistant" who can help schedule appointments, find a good nearby pizza or tell you if it's going to rain.

Doomsday forecast fizzles out ... again[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 03:09:56 GMT ]Once again, the world failed to end, despite a high-profile prediction from a radio preacher in California.

Mars, moon, meteor shower make for big show Friday[ Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:34:38 GMT ]If you’re out and about a few hours before sunrise on Friday, waiting to catch sight of the Orionid meteor darting across the sky, you might also want to cast a gaze toward the southeast part of the sky to admire the waning crescent moon and another bright treat: the planet Mars.

iPhone 4S shootout: AT&T vs. Sprint vs Verizon[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:23:31 GMT ]The overwhelming demand of the iPhone 4S is understandable, given the brilliant Siri voice-controlled assistant, faster processor and super-sharp camera. But which carrier's model is best for you?

Internet talks about 'Occupy Wall Street,' media listens[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:35:50 GMT ]As cell phone videos of protesters pepper sprayed by police made the Internet rounds, more of the Internet started paying attention. And as these things go nowadays, mainstream media started to pay attention to.

NASA: Pay now or pay later for space rides[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:24:22 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: If NASA can't provide as much support for U.S. spaceship-builders as it's hoping for, it'll have to keep paying the Russians $450 million for every year of delay, the space agency's No. 2 official says.

Google confirms Gmail's pending makeover[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:41:06 PDT ]In a video deleted from YouTube, then reposted, a Gmail user experience designer explains some of the changes users can expect.

Android's secret weapon: Loads of low-cost phones[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:45:08 PDT ]Android has a chance to lock down the low-cost smartphone market over the next three years--if it doesn't get ahead of itself.

Steve Jobs felt Android was a 'stolen product'[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:53:57 PDT ]In biography, late Apple co-founder said he would go "thermonuclear" on Android, an operating system he saw as a "stolen product."

Gates on Jobs: Weird (Jobs on Gates: Should have dropped acid)[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:26:39 PDT ]In further revelations from the forthcoming biography of Steve Jobs, both Jobs and Gates offer very direct appraisals of each other

Can the Facebook economy help Americans find jobs?[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:32:00 PDT ]Facebook's new "Social Jobs Partnership" with U.S. Department of Labor aims to help Americans leverage social networks for employment

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Swimmer Michael Phelps dives into video games[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 13:40:55 EDT ]The 14-time Olympic Gold medalist, Michael Phelps dives into his first video game, "Michael Phelps: Push the Limit."

Apple's Siri will need to learn some new tricks[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:48:37 EDT ]Summon Siri, the digital assistant contained within the iPhone 4S, and ask: "Why is it so hard to find good help these days?"

Will China stake a claim on the moon?[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:11:57 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Bigelow Aerospace's billionaire founder worries that China could lay a claim to the entire moon sometime in the 2020s.

How to avoid Gadhafi's death cyberscams[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:20:44 GMT ]The death of Muammar Gadhafi is likely to spur online scammers into action with promises of 'exclusive' video and pictures of the former Libyan leader's death.

New Android OS ensures Google dominance[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:55:23 GMT ]Now that Android 4.0 is out, its competitors should be afraid. If Google's previously frumpy, inconsistent OS was enough to gain majority smartphone market share, what's to stop this elegant, intelligent update from solidifying that dominance?

Video: With Siri, it's personality that counts[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:00:20 GMT ]We take a moment to chat with the iPhone 4S's Siri personal servant, and find that she's not only very helpful and surprisingly accurate, she knows how to joke around and tell off smart alecks, too. (msnbc.com)

Siri lets strangers control some iPhone functions[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:36:16 GMT ]Apple's Siri iPhone personal assistant allows a stranger to e-mail, send a text message or many other things without a password, even if the phone is in lock-down mode, security research firm Sophos Ltd. says.

Nokia confines Windows Phone launch to 'select countries'[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 06:57:57 PDT ]Only some markets will see the new phone this year as Nokia works through major transition issues. Also: Elop noncommittal about a Windows 8 tablet.

Google+ has 'reached beyond the early adopters,' manager says[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:02:24 PDT ]The social network, or project, as Google calls it, now has 40 million users and has officially moved beyond the early adopter stage, its manager said at AsiaD.

AT&T activates 1 million iPhone 4S devices[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:13:43 PDT ]The carrier surpassed that mark on Tuesday, making it the most successful iPhone launch in the company's history.

Coupon site CouponCabin raises $54 million in funds[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:44:33 PDT ]The company will use the influx of cash to build up its consumer base and forge more relationships with merchants.

iPhone 4S costs $188 to build, study finds[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:46:17 PDT ]Apple's iPhone 4S is generating a profit with each unit sold, but the more storage a consumer wants, the more Apple makes, a new study has found.

Google pins hopes on Galaxy Nexus[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:08:07 EDT ]Apple gave you FaceTime. Now Google is countering with Face Unlock.

5 biggest gripes about iPhone 4S[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:42:25 EDT ]Nobody's perfect. And despite generally strong reviews and record early sales, the iPhone 4S is no exception.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

Will China stake a claim on the moon?[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:11:57 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Bigelow Aerospace's billionaire founder worries that China could lay a claim to the entire moon sometime in the 2020s.

New Android OS ensures Google dominance[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:55:23 GMT ]Now that Android 4.0 is out, its competitors should be afraid. If Google's previously frumpy, inconsistent OS was enough to gain majority smartphone market share, what's to stop this elegant, intelligent update from solidifying that dominance?

Siri lets strangers control some iPhone functions[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:36:16 GMT ]Apple's Siri iPhone personal assistant allows a stranger to e-mail, send a text message or many other things without a password, even if the phone is in lock-down mode, security research firm Sophos Ltd. says.

Video: With Siri, it's personality that counts[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:00:20 GMT ]We take a moment to chat with the iPhone 4S's Siri personal servant, and find that she's not only very helpful and surprisingly accurate, she knows how to joke around and tell off smart alecks, too. (msnbc.com)

Pre-caffeine: iPhone woes, Occupy Wall Street dogs![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Nokia confines Windows Phone launch to 'select countries'[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 06:57:57 PDT ]Only some markets will see the new phone this year as Nokia works through major transition issues. Also: Elop noncommittal about a Windows 8 tablet.

Coupon site CouponCabin raises $54 million in funds[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:44:33 PDT ]The company will use the influx of cash to build up its consumer base and forge more relationships with merchants.

Google+ has 'reached beyond the early adopters,' manager says[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:02:24 PDT ]The social network, or project, as Google calls it, now has 40 million users and has officially moved beyond the early adopter stage, its manager said at AsiaD.

AT&T activates 1 million iPhone 4S devices[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:13:43 PDT ]The carrier surpassed that mark on Tuesday, making it the most successful iPhone launch in the company's history.

iPhone 4S costs $188 to build, study finds[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:46:17 PDT ]Apple's iPhone 4S is generating a profit with each unit sold, but the more storage a consumer wants, the more Apple makes, a new study has found.

Google pins hopes on Galaxy Nexus[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:08:07 EDT ]Apple gave you FaceTime. Now Google is countering with Face Unlock.

5 biggest gripes about iPhone 4S[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:42:25 EDT ]Nobody's perfect. And despite generally strong reviews and record early sales, the iPhone 4S is no exception.

How colleges use, misuse social media[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:58:42 EDT ]For universities competing to attract top students, it's no longer enough to have a sleek website. Schools are reaching out to engage with applicants on Facebook and Twitter.

iPhone 4S users see red over yellow screen[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:14:08 GMT ]Some owners of the iPhone 4S are complaining that the phone's screen is noticeably yellow, aggravatingly so.

Will China stake a claim on the moon?[ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:11:57 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Bigelow Aerospace's billionaire founder worries that China could lay a claim to the entire moon sometime in the 2020s.

New Android OS ensures Google dominance[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:55:23 GMT ]Now that Android 4.0 is out, its competitors should be afraid. If Google's previously frumpy, inconsistent OS was enough to gain majority smartphone market share, what's to stop this elegant, intelligent update from solidifying that dominance?

Video: With Siri, it's personality that counts[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:00:20 GMT ]We take a moment to chat with the iPhone 4S's Siri personal servant, and find that she's not only very helpful and surprisingly accurate, she knows how to joke around and tell off smart alecks, too. (msnbc.com)

Siri lets strangers control some iPhone functions[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:36:16 GMT ]Apple's Siri iPhone personal assistant allows a stranger to e-mail, send a text message or many other things without a password, even if the phone is in lock-down mode, security research firm Sophos Ltd. says.

MC Hammer launches legit search engine[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:02:18 PDT ]At the Web 2.0 Summit, the quintessential rapper, fashion icon, and occasional Web entrepreneur launches WIREDoo--a search engine that offers "deep search."

Fisker begins selling Karma[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:08:15 PDT ]Fisker received its EPA certification for the Karma plug-in hybrid and commenced sales of the near $100K sport sedan.

Joy of BlackBerry outage: Fewer Arab car smashes[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:12:15 PDT ]One glorious corollary of RIM's long service outage is that traffic accidents plummeted in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Adobe to plug Flash-related Webcam spying hole[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:44:24 PDT ]Problem is with file on Adobe server related to Flash Player Settings Manager and does not require a software update on customers computers.

Microsoft mulling another bid for Yahoo?[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:07:42 PDT ]Software giant is talking with partners about a proposal to buy the Web pioneer, sources tell the Wall Street Journal.

5 apps to celebrate laziness[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:59:46 EDT ]Here are five apps that are either tailored for the more malaise-laden among us.

Google pins hopes on Galaxy Nexus[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:08:07 EDT ]Apple gave you FaceTime. Now Google is countering with Face Unlock.

The 5 biggest gripes so far about the iPhone 4S[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:42:25 EDT ]Nobody's perfect. And despite generally strong reviews and record early sales, the iPhone 4S is no exception.

Future spaceflight goes virtual[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:00:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Even though Sierra Nevada Corp.'s downsized space shuttle hasn't been built yet, future fliers can practice taking it in for a simulated landing.

Stuxnet authors strike again[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:09:31 GMT ]A powerful new computer virus that some are calling the "Son of Stuxnet" has been discovered, and researchers are openly fretting about its potential for attacking critical infrastructure computers around the world.

PlayStation Vita jumps into the game in February[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:13:14 GMT ]Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will face some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives. Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will have to face off against some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives.

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich explained[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:38:23 GMT ]"People need Android ... but people didn't love Android," said a Google exec, explaining why the world's most popular smartphone OS needed a full redesign. Ice Cream Sandwich, now officially labeled Android 4.0, is that overhaul. And people, it's awesome.

Pre-caffeine: Ice Cream Sandwich, antler guns![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Apple stock slips after 'rare miss' on earnings[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:47:22 PDT ]Overoptimism by analysts failed to account for savvy consumers awaiting the latest iPhone, says a J.P. Morgan analyst, who has actually raised his estimates for the current quarter.

Gears of War creator: We need 'Avatar'-like graphics[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:21:32 PDT ]Cliff Bleszinski says that while the graphics in games are fine now, he would like to see a world where "Avatar"-like graphics become a reality.

RFID hangers know what you're shopping for[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:07 PDT ]A men's clothing retailer in Tokyo trots out smart hangers that trigger ads when you browse for duds.

Apple iPhone 4S makes its way to C Spire[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:08:58 PDT ]The regional carrier, which was previously known as Cellular South, will be the fourth U.S. wireless provider to offer the phone.

FCC defends regulations targeting broadband providers[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:13:13 PDT ]Agency official says outage proposal, which critics say is not authorized by law, would aid in promoting cybersecurity and network reliability.

Can Facebook help cut your energy bills?[ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:12:13 EDT ]Add energy consumption to the laundry list of things you can share with online friends on Facebook.

5 apps to celebrate laziness[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:59:46 EDT ]Here are five apps that are either tailored for the more malaise-laden among us.

Apple closing stores during Jobs service[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:04:11 EDT ]Apple has scheduled a company-only Wednesday memorial service for former CEO and co-founder Steve Jobs, who passed away two weeks ago.

The 5 biggest gripes so far about the iPhone 4S[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:42:25 EDT ]Nobody's perfect. And despite generally strong reviews and record early sales, the iPhone 4S is no exception.

Future spaceflight goes virtual[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:00:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Even though Sierra Nevada Corp.'s downsized space shuttle hasn't been built yet, future fliers can practice taking it in for a simulated landing.

Stuxnet authors strike again[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:09:31 GMT ]A powerful new computer virus that some are calling the "Son of Stuxnet" has been discovered, and researchers are openly fretting about its potential for attacking critical infrastructure computers around the world.

PlayStation Vita jumps into the game in February[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:13:14 GMT ]Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will face some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives. Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will have to face off against some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives.

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich explained[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:38:23 GMT ]"People need Android ... but people didn't love Android," said a Google exec, explaining why the world's most popular smartphone OS needed a full redesign. Ice Cream Sandwich, now officially labeled Android 4.0, is that overhaul. And people, it's awesome.

Pre-caffeine: Ice Cream Sandwich, antler guns![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Apple stock slips after 'rare miss' on earnings[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:47:22 PDT ]Overoptimism by analysts failed to account for savvy consumers awaiting the latest iPhone, says a J.P. Morgan analyst, who has actually raised his estimates for the current quarter.

Gears of War creator: We need 'Avatar'-like graphics[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:21:32 PDT ]Cliff Bleszinski says that while the graphics in games are fine now, he would like to see a world where "Avatar"-like graphics become a reality.

RFID hangers know what you're shopping for[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:07 PDT ]A men's clothing retailer in Tokyo trots out smart hangers that trigger ads when you browse for duds.

Apple iPhone 4S makes its way to C Spire[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:08:58 PDT ]The regional carrier, which was previously known as Cellular South, will be the fourth U.S. wireless provider to offer the phone.

FCC defends regulations targeting broadband providers[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:13:13 PDT ]Agency official says outage proposal, which critics say is not authorized by law, would aid in promoting cybersecurity and network reliability.

Can Facebook help cut your energy bills?[ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:12:13 EDT ]Add energy consumption to the laundry list of things you can share with online friends on Facebook.

5 apps to celebrate laziness[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 06:59:46 EDT ]Here are five apps that are either tailored for the more malaise-laden among us.

Apple closing stores during Jobs service[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:04:11 EDT ]Apple has scheduled a company-only Wednesday memorial service for former CEO and co-founder Steve Jobs, who passed away two weeks ago.

The 5 biggest gripes so far about the iPhone 4S[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:42:25 EDT ]Nobody's perfect. And despite generally strong reviews and record early sales, the iPhone 4S is no exception.

PlayStation Vita jumps into the game in February[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:13:14 GMT ]Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will face some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives. Sony has revealed that its powerful portable game machine — the PlayStation Vita — will launch in North America on Feb. 22. But it will have to face off against some stiff competition and a changing hand-held gaming landscape when it arrives.

Contest seeks zombie-proof home designs[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:04:19 GMT ]Between diseases, global warming and falling satellites, we have a lot to worry about these days — but let's not forget about the looming threat of a zombie apocalypse. To help us prepare for this potential undead disaster, the folks at Architects Southwest have launched the 2011 Zombie Safe House Competition. The organization has tasked artists, architects and other zombie enthusiasts with one goal: Design a haven that can withstand a full-on zombie assault on civilization as we know it.

Motorola Droid RAZR is world's thinnest smartphone[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:44:36 GMT ]As rumored, Motorola introduced the Droid RAZR phone today, calling it an "impossibly thin" phone with a stainless-steel core, a Gorilla Glass screen and a nanotechnology Splash-guard that protects even the electrical boards inside.

Future spaceflight goes virtual[ Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:00:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Even though Sierra Nevada Corp.'s downsized space shuttle hasn't been built yet, future fliers can practice taking it in for a simulated landing.

Stuxnet authors strike again[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:09:31 GMT ]A powerful new computer virus that some are calling the "Son of Stuxnet" has been discovered, and researchers are openly fretting about its potential for attacking critical infrastructure computers around the world.

Ballmer on not buying Yahoo: 'Sometimes you're lucky'[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:46:23 PDT ]Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer told the crowd how happy he was that he failed to buy Yahoo in 2008.

Actress sues Amazon for revealing her age[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:00:48 PDT ]Amazon's IMDb stands accused by an as yet unnamed actress of posting her real age after she signs up for the IMDbPro part of the site. She is seeking $1 million in damages.

Google, Samsung unveil Ice Cream Sandwich-powered Galaxy Nexus[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:04:20 PDT ]The latest flagship Google phone will run on the newest version of Android, nicknamed "Ice Cream Sandwich."

Ballmer on Bing, Xbox, Apple...oh, and Yahoo, too[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:11:36 PDT ]Microsoft's chief executive discusses Bing, Apple, and Yahoo (briefly) at the Web 2.0 Summit.

An interview with Siri (podcast)[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 19:35:01 PDT ]Larry Magid sat down with Siri--the personal assistant inside Apple's new iPhone 4S--and got some provocative responses to his questions such as "what's the meaning of life" and how to achieve a "happy ending."

Inside a government computer attack exercise[ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:42:14 EDT ]Government officials are trying to defend against cyberattacks that focus on the computers systems that control key parts of U.S. infrastructure, such as chemical plants.

Can Facebook help cut your energy bills?[ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:12:13 EDT ]Add energy consumption to the laundry list of things you can share with online friends on Facebook.

BlackBerry users offered apps, not cash, for outage[ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:56:42 EDT ]BlackBerry customers slammed by last week's global outage are being offered free apps, not cash, as payback for their troubles.

Snide, sassy Siri has plenty to say[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:19:15 EDT ]By now, early adopters of the iPhone 4S, which has sold more than 4 million units since debuting on Friday, have no doubt taken Siri for a spin.

Old-school 'Halo' gets new-school Kinect controls[ Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:26:33 GMT ]It won't be long before gamers can, literally, tell the famed Master Chief what to do. Kinect voice controls will be used in a "Halo" game for the first time when "Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary" launches in November.