New subatomic particle found at super-collider[ Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:59:01 GMT ]European researchers say they have discovered a new subatomic particle that helps confirm our knowledge about how quarks bind — one of the basic forces in the shaping of matter.

7 life secrets from an 18-year-old Tetris Grand Master[ Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:13:01 GMT ]Eighteen-year-old Kevin Birrell is one of just 5 people to have achieved the latest and toughest Tetris World Grand Master title. But the fun isn’t in the play, but in the hungry, stop-at-nothing quest for achievement. Here are the lessons Birrell has learned on his path to victory.

How to avoid online HDTV shopping scams[ Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:15:48 GMT ]Online HDTV shopping can save you time, gas and money, provided you choose the right dealer, but picking the wrong dealer can be a disaster. Here's how to stay a step ahead of the scammers.

Pre-caffeine: Pug alphabet, Google surprises![ Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:01:35 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

James Cameron adds color to deep-sea tale[ Mon, 30 Apr 2012 06:13:28 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Filmmaker James Cameron is fleshing out his deep-sea adventure tale with personal details as well as comparisons to another one of his passions — space exploration.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57424153-94/angry-birds-space-50-million-downloads-in-35-days/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/rDp7B_lQgdU" height="1" width="1"/>
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LinkedIn finally launches iPad app[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:50:46 EDT ]The world's largest professional social network just got a wider reach -- and it wants to be in front of your face for more of the day. LinkedIn launched its long-awaited iPad app late Wednesday, along with revamped versions of its iPhone and Android apps.

Top analyst: 'Apple will decline'[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:25:40 EDT ]The CEO of a top research firm didn't mince words about Apple in a new blog post.

iPhone 5 hopes dim for June [ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:07 EDT ]It's a tantalizing bit of expectation building. Apple's invitation to its annual developers conference is tagged with this phrase: "It's the week we've all been waiting for."

Apple CEO scoffs at tablet-PC talk[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:28 EDT ]Is the future of computers a hybrid gadget that will combine the battery life and computing heft of a laptop with the portability and ease-of-use of a tablet?

'Zerg rush' eats Google search results[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:27:06 EDT ]Feeling besieged by pesky little problems today? You might want to be careful with your Google searches.

Habitable worlds boost chance of finding alien life[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:04:02 GMT ]According to a recent study, tens of billions of planets around red dwarfs are likely capable of containing liquid water, dramatically increasing the potential to find signs of life somewhere other than Earth.

How to browse the Web anonymously[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:46:04 GMT ]Searching for sensitive stuff like jobs, divorce lawyers or medical conditions? Or maybe you're using a public network in a hotel or coffee shop. Here's how to keep others from seeing your browsing history or tracking what you're doing on the Web.

Bill would ban employers, schools from demanding Facebook passwords[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:45:00 GMT ]A New York Congressman has introduced federal legislation nicknamed "SNOPA" that would make it illegal for employers and educational institutions to require a potential or current employee, or a potential or current student, to divulge personal online information as part of the hiring, enrollment or discipline process.

New subatomic particle found at super-collider[ Sun, 29 Apr 2012 05:59:01 GMT ]European researchers say they have discovered a new subatomic particle that helps confirm our knowledge about how quarks bind — one of the basic forces in the shaping of matter.

Why are cats better than dogs (according to the Internet)?[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:01:57 GMT ]People who think the Internet is a waste of time often say, "The only thing the Internet is good for is cat videos and porn." So why doesn't anyone ever say "dog videos"? Here are five reasons why cats are winning the age-old war against dogs ... at least online.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/NjT_gxvcXkU/" target="_blank">Woz: Microsoft might have reincarnated Steve Jobs</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:50:17 PDT ]</i><BR>Apple's co-founder says there's "no contest" between the prettiness of Windows Phones interfaces and those of Android phones. Indeed, he says Microsoft, to make them so pretty, might have had help from above.

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Top analyst: 'Apple will decline'[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:25:40 EDT ]The CEO of a top research firm didn't mince words about Apple in a new blog post.

iPhone 5 hopes dim for June [ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:07 EDT ]It's a tantalizing bit of expectation building. Apple's invitation to its annual developers conference is tagged with this phrase: "It's the week we've all been waiting for."

Apple CEO scoffs at tablet-PC talk[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:28 EDT ]Is the future of computers a hybrid gadget that will combine the battery life and computing heft of a laptop with the portability and ease-of-use of a tablet?

'Zerg rush' eats Google search results[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:27:06 EDT ]Feeling besieged by pesky little problems today? You might want to be careful with your Google searches.

iReport: Take our 'Draw Something' celebrity quiz[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:45:31 EDT ]It's official: We're addicted to Draw Something.

Reddit: Where women strip for Internet money[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:52:56 GMT ]You can buy guns and drugs with Bitcoin — the untraceable digital currency — so why not sex? Some people do.

Girls expelled for Facebook 'Hit List'[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:39:47 GMT ]The American Civil Liberties Union is fighting the expulsion of three Northwest Indiana girls for a Facebook conversation resembling a school "hit list."

Bill would ban employers, schools from demanding Facebook passwords[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:45:00 GMT ]A New York Congressman has introduced federal legislation nicknamed "SNOPA" that would make it illegal for employers and educational institutions to require a potential or current employee, or a potential or current student, to divulge personal online information as part of the hiring, enrollment or discipline process.

What North Korea's rocket ruckus taught us[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:50:13 GMT ]An unprecedented tour of North Korea's launch facilities taught valuable lessons, based on what was seen as well as what was not seen. Analysis by NBC News' James Oberg.

Space shuttle Enterprise lands in NYC atop jet[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:19:44 GMT ]Space shuttle Enterprise took to the air Friday for the first time in more than a quarter-century, but the two-hour flight was also its last. Final destination? The Big Apple.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57423627-37/apple-vs-samsung-1-year-anniversary-10-lawsuits-50-countries-and-counting/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/y0J8gsedP8w" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/F0A9aR7yek4/" target="_blank">This week in Crave: The brainiac edition</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>This week, we used zombies for target practice, viewed the world through a 60-foot kaleidoscope, and turned a 21-story building into a giant game of Tetris.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/TH2wNmAfpq4/" target="_blank">An extraordinary headphone amplifier from Red Wine Audio</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:36:00 PDT ]</i><BR>Red Wine Audio's headphone amplifiers have always sounded great, but they were expensive. The new Corvina amp is considerably more affordable.

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Top analyst: 'Apple will decline'[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:25:40 EDT ]The CEO of a top research firm didn't mince words about Apple in a new blog post.

iPhone 5 hopes dim for June [ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:07 EDT ]It's a tantalizing bit of expectation building. Apple's invitation to its annual developers conference is tagged with this phrase: "It's the week we've all been waiting for."

Apple CEO scoffs at tablet-PC talk[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:26:28 EDT ]Is the future of computers a hybrid gadget that will combine the battery life and computing heft of a laptop with the portability and ease-of-use of a tablet?

'Zerg rush' eats Google search results[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:27:06 EDT ]Feeling besieged by pesky little problems today? You might want to be careful with your Google searches.

iReport: Take our 'Draw Something' celebrity quiz[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:45:31 EDT ]It's official: We're addicted to Draw Something.

CISPA veto could protect privacy, say experts, but Congress presses ahead[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:40:32 GMT ]Killing CISPA is exactly what the ACLU and other civil liberty advocates want. But on Thursday, the House rejected the administration's criticism that CISPA could lead to invasion of Americans' privacy, and passed the bill.

These bedrooms are the stuff of nerds' dreams[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 21:39:50 GMT ]Just imagine the dreams you'd having sleeping in a Star Wars AT-AT bed, a bedroom cockpit, drifting off in a pirate ship or maybe even a Super Mario motiff. And more—sweet dreams!

Bill would ban employers, schools from demanding Facebook passwords[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:45:00 GMT ]A New York Congressman has introduced federal legislation nicknamed "SNOPA" that would make it illegal for employers and educational institutions to require a potential or current employee, or a potential or current student, to divulge personal online information as part of the hiring, enrollment or discipline process.

What North Korea's rocket ruckus taught us[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:50:13 GMT ]An unprecedented tour of North Korea's launch facilities taught valuable lessons, based on what was seen as well as what was not seen. Analysis by NBC News' James Oberg.

Space shuttle Enterprise lands in NYC atop jet[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:09:31 GMT ]Space shuttle Enterprise took to the air Friday for the first time in more than a quarter-century, but the two-hour flight was also to be its last. Final destination: the Big Apple.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/qRPnq9iS-Mc/" target="_blank">S&P slashes Nokia's credit rating to junk</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:30:11 PDT ]</i><BR>Pinning the blame on Nokia's slumping sales, S&P has downgraded the company's credit rating to the junk category.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/eMxAYbg7JSY/" target="_blank">Workers threaten to jump off roof in Foxconn protest</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:45:02 PDT ]</i><BR>According to reports out of the country, the workers were upset with their wages, despite Foxconn agreeing to improve working conditions.

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'Draw Something' adds chat, sharing[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:58:07 EDT ]When Zynga purchased Draw Something from creator OMGPOP a few weeks ago, the two companies promised that the acquisition would bring new features to the game, and today they delivered.

Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

New debate over violent video games[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:56:11 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

MTV launches online-election game[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:25:07 EDT ]MTV is hoping to give its get-out-the-vote campaign a viral boost with an online game, inspired by fantasy sports, that rewards players for participating in the 2012 elections.

Skype app for PS Vita announced[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:29:07 EDT ]The PlayStation Vita is extending its reach into video and voice calling with the release of a Skype app for the mobile gaming device.

Sea monster? Plant fossil? Scientists baffled[ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:40:53 GMT ]A mysterious fossil that has evoked images of a sea monster roaming the shallow waters of prehistoric Cincinnati may not be the remains of such a complex life form, but even so scientists are stumped as to what kind of creature (or sea plant) it was.

Northern lights blaze again on video[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:52:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Skywatchers as far south as Colorado and Kansas witnessed a quick flare-up of the northern lights this week, and more may be on the way.

Google, Facebook privacy policies confusing: survey[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:20:34 GMT ]Google and Facebook privacy policies are more confusing and harder to understand than the small print coming from credit card companies and even government entities, according to a recent survey.

Pre-caffeine tech: Cellphone tracking, worried animals![ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:55:31 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

Robots: The gateway to 'mind-blowing sex'?[ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:43:35 GMT ]Robotic sex won't just blow your mind, it may curb many of society's ills, says a new paper that envisions Amsterdam’s red light district staffed by androids that perform a full menu of sexual services.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57421620-1/sony-debuts-first-waterproof-handycam/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/IsisVnp60dU" height="1" width="1"/>
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Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

New debate over violent video games[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:56:11 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

MTV launches online-election game[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:25:07 EDT ]MTV is hoping to give its get-out-the-vote campaign a viral boost with an online game, inspired by fantasy sports, that rewards players for participating in the 2012 elections.

Skype app for PS Vita announced[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:29:07 EDT ]The PlayStation Vita is extending its reach into video and voice calling with the release of a Skype app for the mobile gaming device.

Top analyst: Without Jobs, 'Apple will decline'[ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:22:58 EDT ]The CEO of a top research firm didn't mince words about Apple in a new blog post.

Pre-caffeine tech: Faceook phone, video game rides![ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:04:11 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

With Google Drive announced, what is the best cloud storage service for you?[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:03:32 GMT ]No one would blame you for being intimidated by the number and variety of cloud storage services out there. Fortunately, they're all just different enough that depending on what you think you need, one might just be the right choice for you.

Cargo ships could make way under huge 164-foot sails[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 22:19:24 GMT ]Modern cargo vessels burn millions of gallons of low-grade fuel to get where they're going, unlike the wooden ships of yore. The Wind Challenger project hopes to combine the two by equipping cargo ships with enormous metal sails.

How to stop Facebook apps from sharing your info[ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:06:18 GMT ]Your personal data still can be accessed by your friends' Facebook apps even if you've set that data to be private. Here's how to edit your privacy settings to prevent unwanted (and perhaps even previously unknown) info sharing.

Reality check for asteroid miners[ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:06:55 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Planetary Resources' long-term plan to mine near-Earth asteroids for riches is far from a sure thing.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57419565-76/from-the-physical-world-to-3d-in-a-snap-video/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/0KIK2LdJzBk" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57420548-1/ipavement-adds-apps-to-the-ground-beneath-your-feet/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/DQRUjH27IoQ" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57420934-94/could-a-4g-iphone-actually-hurt-sprint/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/j285OHu0DXk" height="1" width="1"/>
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Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

New debate over violent video games[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:56:11 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

MTV launches online-election game[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:25:07 EDT ]MTV is hoping to give its get-out-the-vote campaign a viral boost with an online game, inspired by fantasy sports, that rewards players for participating in the 2012 elections.

Skype app for PS Vita announced[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:29:07 EDT ]The PlayStation Vita is extending its reach into video and voice calling with the release of a Skype app for the mobile gaming device.

How Google Drive compares to its competition[ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:45:24 EDT ]Now that Google Drive is finally a reality, how does it stack up against the cloud competition? The cloud storage and collaboration space is more competitive than ever before, and so Google faces competition not just from cloud companies such as Box and Dropbox, but from Apple, Microsoft and Amazon as well.

'I cried' button for YouTube lets you show how you really feel[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:14:15 GMT ]There, there. It's OK. Everyone occasionally cries while watching YouTube videos. And now it's apparently even becoming socially acceptable to announce such an emotional experience by clicking an "I Cried" button on the video-sharing service.

Sheep cloned with 'good' fat from worms: scientists[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:48:35 GMT ]Chinese scientists have cloned a genetically modified sheep containing a "good" type of fat found naturally in nuts, seeds, fish and leafy greens that helps reduce the risk of heart attacks and cardiovascular disease.

Man posts ex-girlfriend's nude pics on Facebook, gets convicted[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:50:04 GMT ]When he posted his ex-girlfriend's nude pictures on Facebook three months after their split, Ravshan ''Ronnie'' Usmanov, 20, probably wasn't thinking "Hey, this is my ticket to six months house arrest as the first social network-related conviction in Australian history!

Private spaceship launch to space station delayed[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:29:57 GMT ]The first private spaceship launch to the International Space Station has been delayed, possibly by at least a week, the vehicle's makers announced Monday.

Asteroid mining venture starts with space telescopes[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 03:40:24 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The venture known as Planetary Resources eventually plans to go asteroid mining — but the first step in the billionaire-backed business plan is to launch an orbital fleet of "personal space telescopes."

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/8UsginAM43A/" target="_blank">Ice Cream Sandwich slated for slew of Samsung devices</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:27:12 PDT ]</i><BR>The company posts a page revealing which phones and tablets are due for a bite of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57420029-94/at-t-eyes-smaller-spectrum-acquisitions/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/JsDK7_JUyHs" height="1" width="1"/>
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Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Debate reopens on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

MTV launches online-election game[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:25:07 EDT ]MTV is hoping to give its get-out-the-vote campaign a viral boost with an online game, inspired by fantasy sports, that rewards players for participating in the 2012 elections.

Skype app for PS Vita announced[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:29:07 EDT ]The PlayStation Vita is extending its reach into video and voice calling with the release of a Skype app for the mobile gaming device.

MTV hopes online game can energize youth vote[ Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:09:22 EDT ]MTV is hoping to give its get-out-the-vote campaign a viral boost with an online game, inspired by fantasy sports, that rewards players for participating in the 2012 elections.

New Instagram guidelines ban anorexia, cutting and other self-harm[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:57:56 GMT ]Instagram's community guidelines were updated over the weekend. Now the photo-sharing service prohibits content which actively promotes many forms of self-harm including — though not limited to — eating disorders, self-mutilation and suicide.

10 incredible LEGO machines that really work[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:01:10 GMT ]If you have the skills, you can turn simple LEGO bricks into just about anything. Here are 10 items to prove it, from a beer-pouring machine to a Star Wars musical drum to a "super" TV.

Pre-caffeine tech: Big Brother, Juggalos in love[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:36:29 GMT ]"Thinspo" which is short for "Thinspiration" which is a nicer word for "pro anorexia" Internet content, is banned on Tumblr and Pinterest, and now, Instagram. People would rather text or email than talk face to face, says Sherry Turkle, who knows about these things.

Smartphone camera shootout: iPhone 4S vs. HT One S[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:03:12 GMT ]To see which phone takes the best pictures and provides the best overall photo-taking experience, we grabbed an HTC One S and an iPhone 4S and used them to shoot the same subjects. The results may surprise you.

Earth Day postcards from outer space[ Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:35:41 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: For commercial imaging satellites, every day is Earth Day: In honor of the eco-conscious holiday, GeoEye is releasing four recent snapshots of the planet.

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Deal shows Zuckerberg's hacker side[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:13:21 EDT ]If reports Wednesday are to be believed, one of the tech industry's biggest deals in recent history was hammered out almost exclusively by two 20-somethings over the course of what amounts to a long weekend.

'Draw Something' adds chat, sharing[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:58:07 EDT ]When Zynga purchased Draw Something from creator OMGPOP a few weeks ago, the two companies promised that the acquisition would bring new features to the game, and today they delivered.

Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Debate reopens on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

'In-cell' tech could make the next iPhone ultra-thin[ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:22:02 EDT ]We're all familiar with Apple's love affair for thin devices. Although the third-generation iPad surprised many by gaining about half a millimeter of thickness, it looks like Apple could be back to trimming product dimensions by using a new kind of display technology in the next iPhone.

Team retraces historic, and dangerous, Everest climb[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:04:13 GMT ]A team of explorers is attempting to reach the summit of Mount Everest following in the footsteps of a historic and notoriously dangerous 1963 climb to the top of the highest mountain on Earth.

Astronauts revisit shuttle's pros and cons[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:55:29 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The shuttle Discovery's entry into a museum rekindles a sense of disappointment for some veteran astronauts, and a sense of relief for others.

Weekend Lyrid meteor shower visible from Earth, space and ... balloon?[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 16:17:46 GMT ]The annual Lyrid meteor shower will hit its peak this weekend and promises to put on an eye-catching display. So much so, NASA is pulling out all the stops.

'Revenge porn' site shut down by 'anti-bullying' site [ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:44:47 GMT ]Previously unrepentant purveyor of "revenge porn" Hunter Moore is pulling the plug on his repugnant website, Is Anyone Up, claiming he's burnt out on child porn and ruining lives. There's also the undisclosed sum for which he sold the site to "anti-bullying" website BullyVille, part of the conglomerate that runs its own exploitive revenge website, CheaterVille.

10 incredible LEGO machines that really work[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:01:10 GMT ]If you have the skills, you can turn simple LEGO bricks into just about anything. Here are 10 items to prove it, from a beer-pouring machine to a Star Wars musical drum to a "super" TV.

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<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19736_7-57416416-251/asus-transformer-pad-tf300-review-a-cheaper-prime/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/v0WhB7fkhnI" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57418123-76/the-skinny-on-gadgets-growing-energy-appetite/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/fCovRWKVru0" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19736_7-57418007-251/samsung-galaxy-nexus-lands-on-sprint-today-for-$200/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/Q2zbbsAwZjM" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-57416537-48/lamborghini-urus-suv-concept-unconventional-offroader/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/OSGrbCDdhjs" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-57417701-47/subwoofer-deep-bass-from-a-small-speaker/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/TL_9nz_Eby4" height="1" width="1"/>
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Deal shows Zuckerberg's hacker side[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:13:21 EDT ]If reports Wednesday are to be believed, one of the tech industry's biggest deals in recent history was hammered out almost exclusively by two 20-somethings over the course of what amounts to a long weekend.

'Draw Something' adds chat, sharing[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:58:07 EDT ]When Zynga purchased Draw Something from creator OMGPOP a few weeks ago, the two companies promised that the acquisition would bring new features to the game, and today they delivered.

Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Debate reopens on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~3/UBNaajOd4z4/index.html" target="_blank">Facebook clarifies changes to its terms of use

</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:49:58 EDT ]</i><BR>Facebook unveiled changes to its terms-of-use document on Friday, tweaking earlier drafts in an apparent effort to ease users' concerns about privacy and how their information is used.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/UBNaajOd4z4" height="1" width="1"/>
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A divided Congress confronts a rising cyberthreat[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:46:16 GMT ]The House this coming week will consider legislation to better defend these and other corporate networks from foreign governments, cybercriminals and terrorist groups. But deep divisions over how best to handle the growing problem mean that solutions are a long way off.

This is why humans love slow motion[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:07:31 GMT ]So, why is slo-mo so intoxicating? Neuroscientist David Eagleman offers three reasons, based in science. Here are a few more, based on YouTube videos.

Astronauts revisit shuttle's pros and cons[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:55:29 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The shuttle Discovery's entry into a museum rekindles a sense of disappointment for some veteran astronauts, and a sense of relief for others.

'Revenge porn' site shut down by 'anti-bullying' site [ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:44:47 GMT ]Previously unrepentant purveyor of "revenge porn" Hunter Moore is pulling the plug on his repugnant website, Is Anyone Up, claiming he's burnt out on child porn and ruining lives. There's also the undisclosed sum for which he sold the site to "anti-bullying" website BullyVille, part of the conglomerate that runs its own exploitive revenge website, CheaterVille.

10 incredible LEGO machines that really work[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:01:10 GMT ]If you have the skills, you can turn simple LEGO bricks into just about anything. Here are 10 items to prove it, from a beer-pouring machine to a Star Wars musical drum to a "super" TV.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/GGVBI6VvDQ8/" target="_blank">View from space shows Earth in a state of flux</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>A series of stunning before-and-after photos from NASA reveals nature's course and humanity's impact on the planet.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57418247-76/view-from-space-shows-earth-in-a-state-of-flux/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/GGVBI6VvDQ8" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/2D6P3YEd6UU/" target="_blank">Meet the 'Mann' who registered 14,962 domains in 24 hours</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 04:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>For years, Mike Mann has been snapping up Internet domain names and selling them off to the highest bidder.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57418250-93/meet-the-mann-who-registered-14962-domains-in-24-hours/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/2D6P3YEd6UU" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57418276-83/web-could-vanish-for-hordes-of-people-in-july-fbi-warns/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/-G4Vd3cKEwA" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/StjFnagwELI/" target="_blank">This week in Crave: The stargazing edition</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>This week, we looked skyward to see Discovery's last flight -- and constellations made using LEDs, fiber optics, nylon line, and giant slingshots. Also, we got a rare look inside DC Comics' N.Y. headquarters and took a ride on a superyacht fit for supervillains.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57417858-1/this-week-in-crave-the-stargazing-edition/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/StjFnagwELI" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/qZbM9Qzi0U8/" target="_blank">Italy to launch Ferrari-style high-speed train</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 21 Apr 2012 07:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>Making its debut next week, the Italo has a top speed of 186 mph and will connect Milan, Rome, and Naples in high style.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57417703-1/italy-to-launch-ferrari-style-high-speed-train/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/qZbM9Qzi0U8" height="1" width="1"/>
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Deal shows Zuckerberg's hacker side[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:13:21 EDT ]If reports Wednesday are to be believed, one of the tech industry's biggest deals in recent history was hammered out almost exclusively by two 20-somethings over the course of what amounts to a long weekend.

'Draw Something' adds chat, sharing[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:58:07 EDT ]When Zynga purchased Draw Something from creator OMGPOP a few weeks ago, the two companies promised that the acquisition would bring new features to the game, and today they delivered.

Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Debate reopens on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~3/UBNaajOd4z4/index.html" target="_blank">Facebook clarifies changes to its terms of use

</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:49:58 EDT ]</i><BR>Facebook unveiled changes to its terms-of-use document on Friday, tweaking earlier drafts in an apparent effort to ease users' concerns about privacy and how their information is used.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/UBNaajOd4z4" height="1" width="1"/>
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Astronauts revisit shuttle's pros and cons[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:55:29 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The shuttle Discovery's entry into a museum rekindles a sense of disappointment for some veteran astronauts, and a sense of relief for others.

How to make Facebook look like Pinterest[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:01:31 GMT ]If you love Pinterest — really love Pinterest — to the point of wishing that every website looked exactly like it, then I've got some great news for you: There's an app which'll make Facebook feel like Pinterest in just a few clicks.

Don't pin Breivik's massacre on video games[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:47:40 GMT ]An obsession with games such as "World of Warcraft" might seem a plausible explanation for why Anders Breivik came to carry out the shooting spree and bomb attack that killed 77 people last July, but it is a dangerous simplification driven by our need to understand.

Shuttle Enterprise set for its New York debut[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:17:09 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: A day after the space shuttle Discovery took its place at the Smithsonian, the prototype shuttle Enterprise has been set on a modified 747 jet for its journey to New York.

10 incredible LEGO machines that really work[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:01:10 GMT ]If you have the skills, you can turn simple LEGO bricks into just about anything. Here are 10 items to prove it, from a beer-pouring machine to a Star Wars musical drum to a "super" TV.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/WKwgdTS0P-E/" target="_blank">Apple to add 500 new jobs in Ireland</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:21:03 PDT ]</i><BR>The iPhone maker will be adding the employees over the next 18 months. Apple currently has 2,800 people who work at its European headquarters in Cork.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57417710-37/apple-to-add-500-new-jobs-in-ireland/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/WKwgdTS0P-E" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/JdeAfhq-NC8/" target="_blank">Nvidia to debut GTX 690 GPU soon?</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:25:14 PDT ]</i><BR>Company plays mind games with the public by posting a mysterious tease for an upcoming graphics card.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57417414-1/nvidia-to-debut-gtx-690-gpu-soon/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/JdeAfhq-NC8" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/hWTvB9Q2ssg/" target="_blank">Would you pay for a shared data plan?</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:47:16 PDT ]</i><BR>Verizon Wireless has again announced its intention to offer shared data plans this summer, but will they prove a hit with consumers?

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57417815-93/would-you-pay-for-a-shared-data-plan/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/hWTvB9Q2ssg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-19514_3-57417669-239/russian-cargo-ship-launched-on-station-resupply-mission/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/xHT3m8vfzA8" height="1" width="1"/>
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Deal shows Zuckerberg's hacker side[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:13:21 EDT ]If reports Wednesday are to be believed, one of the tech industry's biggest deals in recent history was hammered out almost exclusively by two 20-somethings over the course of what amounts to a long weekend.

'Draw Something' adds chat, sharing[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:58:07 EDT ]When Zynga purchased Draw Something from creator OMGPOP a few weeks ago, the two companies promised that the acquisition would bring new features to the game, and today they delivered.

Next iPhone may feature 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:57:56 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Debate reopens on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

Mass killer reopens debate on violent video games[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:52:15 EDT ]Norway's alleged mass killer testified on Thursday that he played video games as a way to train for a shooting spree that killed 77 people last summer. In particular, Anders Behring Breivik said at his trial that he played "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2" as a means of shooting practice, according to CNN's report.

Beware of fake Instagram apps for Android[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:33:01 GMT ]Attention Android owners: Don't download the Instagram app from anywhere but the authorized Google Play store for Android apps. If you get it from an unknown source, you might risk loading a fake app that uses your phone to send text messages to make money for evildoers, according to a security analyst firm.

Samsung updates NX camera line with Wi-Fi and budget model[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:54:39 GMT ]Samsung's line of NX cameras, a high-performance line aimed at enthusiasts, is getting a few upgrades this week. The biggest new feature is built-in Wi-Fi and the ability to share your photos and videos directly to Facebook and other services.

See the beauties and the beasts of the sea[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:57:11 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Even a humble sea slug can look stylish, if you find the right slug in the right place. For super stylish looks at sea creatures, check out this year's top entries in the University of Miami's Underwater Photography Contest.

Report: Next iPhone could be made of 'Liquidmetal'[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:02:25 GMT ]A report out of Korea suggests that the next iPhone may be made out of "Liquidmetal." As awesome as the material is, however, this could be a disappointment to many a "Terminator" fan, because the smartphone will be nothing like the T-1000.

Shuttle Discovery goes from runway to museum[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:53:51 GMT ]While thousands cheered, the space shuttle Discovery was rolled to its new home in the Smithsonian on Thursday, going nose to nose with the prototype shuttle it's replacing.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57416405-94/will-verizon-throw-its-weight-behind-windows-phone/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/_YOX_WXV-LE" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57416395-93/europes-high-court-says-isps-can-hand-over-alleged-pirate-data/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/6WDGER3J9HU" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19512_7-57415981-233/preserve-your-kids-funny-quips-with-posterity-app/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/Ae770JhdmYk" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57416432-94/new-york-accuses-sprint-of-tax-fraud-in-$300m-lawsuit/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/0fOuFDVT_MA" height="1" width="1"/>
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A dark day for the future of books[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:03 EDT ]Mark Coker says the lawsuit against Apple and five publishers will end up harming those who write, publish, sell and enjoy e-books

Is it OK to leave a tech job at 5 p.m.?[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:54:18 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

Experts: Phones to replace cash by 2020[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:55:44 EDT ]Most Internet users and tech experts think cash and credit cards will become things of the past in the next decade as people turn to their mobile phones to make payments, results from a newly released survey suggest.

Twitter trying to end tech patent wars?[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:54:48 EDT ]Twitter announced an internal patent agreement on Tuesday that it says will empower designers and engineers -- as well as hopefully begin a movement to quell the tech world's rash of patent infringement lawsuits.

Will 'liquidmetal' give the next iPhone its swagger?[ Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:53:49 EDT ]After releasing two generations of iPhones with exactly the same form factor, Apple is expected to show off a new chassis design -- and possibly new materials -- in its sixth-generation smartphone.

Website predicts your next tweet ... kinda[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:43:20 GMT ]There's a website that claims to predict your future tweets based on past ones. Unfortunately, it doesn't always produce the most coherent results. What it does consistently do is spit out hilarious combinations of your favorite phrases and words.

Video: Shedding light on the 20-year lightbulb[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:11:00 GMT ]Philips is now selling a 10-watt lightbulb that does the job of a 60-watt incandescent, is more environmentally safe than compact fluorescent, and could light your house for 20 years — but may cost upwards of $50. Msnbc.com's Wilson Rothman illuminates. (msnbc.com)

Why huge dinosaurs had such tiny babies[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:59:55 GMT ]A new study may explain many mysteries about dinosaurs, such as why enormous species had such small offspring, why non-flying dinos went extinct, and why today’s birds fly.

Shuttle Discovery rides piggyback into posterity[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:48:48 GMT ]Sitting on top of a modified 747 jet, the shuttle Discovery made a sentimental journey from Florida to Virginia on Tuesday in preparation for museum display. And thousands thronged to see it pass.

Cops spending millions to spy on cellphone users?[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:57:57 GMT ]An analysis of the use of cellphone tracking by three police departments across the country suggests millions is being spent nationwide in what some describe as a war on privacy.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57415767-94/at-t-confirms-htc-one-x-coming-may-6-for-$199/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/KZuSUmaMShg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/OCw8QHLaL2w/" target="_blank">When should I upgrade my projector?</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:55:00 PDT ]</i><BR>How much better (and cheaper) have projectors gotten? Time for an upgrade?

<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-33199_7-57414948-221/when-should-i-upgrade-my-projector/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/OCw8QHLaL2w" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/a2c3EBGWup0/" target="_blank">Mobile apps reshape toys and learning</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:57:29 PDT ]</i><BR>The world of apps and mobile devices is reshaping toys and education for kids, who are steering children's media toward a blend of entertainment and education.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57415471-76/mobile-apps-reshape-toys-and-learning/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/a2c3EBGWup0" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/iJzKJ3Mzdxg/" target="_blank">Larry Page plays defense in Oracle-Google trial</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:00:20 PDT ]</i><BR>Google CEO Larry Page retakes the stand in the third day of the trial over the patent and copyright suit with Oracle.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1001_3-57415722-92/larry-page-plays-defense-in-oracle-google-trial/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/iJzKJ3Mzdxg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/dodzo1KNnb0/" target="_blank">Logitech's Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for new iPad trims down</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:08:39 PDT ]</i><BR>Logitech's has redesigned its new keyboard case for the iPad 3 and made it slimmer and less bulky.

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A dark day for the future of books[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:03 EDT ]Mark Coker says the lawsuit against Apple and five publishers will end up harming those who write, publish, sell and enjoy e-books

Is it OK to leave a tech job at 5 p.m.?[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:54:18 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

Experts: Phones to replace cash by 2020[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:55:44 EDT ]Most Internet users and tech experts think cash and credit cards will become things of the past in the next decade as people turn to their mobile phones to make payments, results from a newly released survey suggest.

Twitter trying to end tech patent wars?[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:54:48 EDT ]Twitter announced an internal patent agreement on Tuesday that it says will empower designers and engineers -- as well as hopefully begin a movement to quell the tech world's rash of patent infringement lawsuits.

Is Twitter trying to end the tech patent wars?[ Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:39:11 EDT ]Twitter announced an internal patent agreement on Tuesday that it says will empower designers and engineers -- as well as hopefully begin a movement to quell the tech world's rash of patent infringement lawsuits.

Artists bottle the smell of a brand new MacBook Pro[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:45:21 GMT ]Considering that there are air fresheners which help you keep that "new car smell" lingering long after your ride is beaten and battered, we shouldn't really be surprised that there's now a similar product for that new Apple gadget smell.

NASA gives all-clear for SpaceX launch April 30[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:27:20 GMT ]A private spaceship mission to the International Space Station is on track for a planned April 30 launch, which will mark a historic first for the orbiting laboratory, NASA officials announced Monday.

Windows 8 to come in just three flavors[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:23:28 GMT ]Between Home, Basic, Premium, Ultimate, and the rest, the number of Windows versions has become something of a running joke. But with Windows 8, Microsoft has drastically reduced the number users have to choose from to just three.

Microbes on the genetic frontier[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 03:58:11 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Someday, microbiomes just might give us a world where crude oil is grown like a crop, where vaccines for new flu strains can be produced in days instead of months, and where physicians can tweak the bacteria in your gut to cure what ails you.

Space shuttle Discovery lands in Washington DC[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:48:48 GMT ]The space shuttle Discovery, NASA's fleet leader and the world's most-flown spacecraft, arrived in Washington, D.C. Tuesday, where it will go on permanent display at the Smithsonian later this week.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/eBHxVDMtxf4/" target="_blank">Consumers turning to Facebook, Twitter for health advice</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:41:51 PDT ]</i><BR>A third of consumers polled by PricewaterhouseCoopers now use social media sites to find and share information about medical treatments, doctors, and health plans.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57415210-93/consumers-turning-to-facebook-twitter-for-health-advice/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/eBHxVDMtxf4" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57414862-76/neonatal-monitor-babalung-could-save-preemies/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/nc0_HylNiDg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/sKkab3U-jjA/" target="_blank">Oracle gives opening statement in Google case with 91 slides</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:53:17 PDT ]</i><BR>Arguing that "Android is not a clean room implementation," Oracle says Google copied Java code.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57415215-94/oracle-gives-opening-statement-in-google-case-with-91-slides/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/sKkab3U-jjA" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/hqRPYpKq6y4/" target="_blank">Verizon's 4G LTE blankets two-thirds of U.S. population</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>On Thursday, the wireless carrier will expand its LTE coverage into 27 new markets and 44 existing markets as it maintains its lead over rivals AT&T and Sprint Nextel.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57415191-94/verizons-4g-lte-blankets-two-thirds-of-u.s-population/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/hqRPYpKq6y4" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/x4y4-CzFLs0/" target="_blank">Twitter CEO: We won't buy an Instagram-lookalike</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:06:33 PDT ]</i><BR>Dick Costolo said in Japan yesterday that Facebook's $1 billion acquisition of Instagram won't make him answer with an acquisition of his own.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57415202-93/twitter-ceo-we-wont-buy-an-instagram-lookalike/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/x4y4-CzFLs0" height="1" width="1"/>
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Facebook COO's 9-to-5 sparks debate[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:59:51 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

The draw of 'Draw Something'[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:24 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

20% of U.S. adults don't use the Web[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:16 EDT ]Even though the Internet has become a key tool for accessing services, getting an education, finding jobs, getting the news, keeping up with people you know and much more, one in five U.S. adults still does not use the Internet at all, according to a new Pew report.

A dark day for the future of books[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:03 EDT ]Mark Coker says the lawsuit against Apple and five publishers will end up harming those who write, publish, sell and enjoy e-books

Is it OK to leave a tech job at 5 p.m.?[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:54:18 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

Don't panic! Your Facebook profile photo is just a tiny bit bigger now[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:20:21 GMT ]There are no major Facebook redesigns to fear this Monday. The only thing that's different is the size of your profile photo on the social network.

Pre-caffeine: Lost phones, Harry Potter![ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:50:38 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

What's the difference between OLED TVs and LED TVs?[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 13:44:52 GMT ]Ever since the LED TV was introduced 2009, TV makers promoted and advertised it as a new technology. But this year, LG and Samsung will also be introducing the first large screen OLED TVs. Isn’t it the same, except for the letter “O”? In a word: No.

Google co-founder rips Hollywood on anti-piracy efforts[ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:33:38 GMT ]Hollywood and the entertainment industry are "shooting themselves in the foot, or maybe worse than the foot" by pushing the current anti-piracy legislation, according to Google co-founder Sergey Brin.

Shuttle Discovery placed atop jet for its last ride[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:59:18 GMT ]NASA mounted the space shuttle Discovery on a jumbo jet on Sunday in preparation for the retired orbiter's delivery to the Smithsonian.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/iK2sts47LDs/" target="_blank">Microsoft playing active role in ultrabook development?</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:25:36 PDT ]</i><BR>The software company is reportedly investing time with ultrabook makers to ensure that the designs of those devices will work well with touch-enabled Windows 8 environments.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/32R8E0oR0sg/" target="_blank">Foursquare hits 20 million users, 2 billion check-ins</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 08:01:56 PDT ]</i><BR>The company announced back in June that it had 10 million users registered worldwide. That number has since doubled.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57414605-93/foursquare-hits-20-million-users-2-billion-check-ins/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/32R8E0oR0sg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57414612-93/pottermore-web-site-opens-for-all-wizards-and-muggles/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/9tGgQFBjzyo" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57414608-94/republic-wireless-set-to-expand-unlimited-wi-fi-calling-beta/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/uWR7ajRu1hg" height="1" width="1"/>
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The draw of 'Draw Something'[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:24 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

20% of U.S. adults don't use the Web[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:16 EDT ]Even though the Internet has become a key tool for accessing services, getting an education, finding jobs, getting the news, keeping up with people you know and much more, one in five U.S. adults still does not use the Internet at all, according to a new Pew report.

A dark day for the future of books[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:53:03 EDT ]Mark Coker says the lawsuit against Apple and five publishers will end up harming those who write, publish, sell and enjoy e-books

Is it OK to leave a tech job at 5 p.m.?[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:54:18 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

Facebook COO's 9-to-5 schedule sparks debate[ Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:09:32 EDT ]In the competitive tech industry where your work is never truly complete, it seems it has become socially awkward to leave work at a time which used to be the standard. Are those working "9 to 5" being judged by their coworkers as they head out to spend time to enjoy life? Whatever happened to "work life balance"?

What's the difference between OLED TVs and LED TVs?[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 13:44:52 GMT ]Ever since the LED TV was introduced 2009, TV makers promoted and advertised it as a new technology. But this year, LG and Samsung will also be introducing the first large screen OLED TVs. Isn’t it the same, except for the letter “O”? In a word: No.

Will Apple's unibody earbuds survive Hulk smash?[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:42:01 GMT ]By using a process known as ultrasonic bonding, Apple could create new iPhone and iPod earbuds that would have a seamless, more aesthetically pleasing "unibody" appearance. Me, I'm just hoping Apple finally found a way to make a set of earbuds that'll last me more than one month.

Craigslist: Woman impregnated at concert seeks dad[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:02:20 GMT ]If you're a dude with a red Mohawk who recently got lucky at a Motörhead/Megadeath concert at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, you totally need to keep checking the Missed Connections section on Craigslist.

North Korea runs up against rocket realities[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:26:08 GMT ]It really is rocket science, and it really is hard. North Korea proved that again.

Auroras spotted on Uranus ... and on Earth[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:55:01 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Thanks to the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers have caught a rare display of auroras on Uranus, which ranks among the solar system's oddest planets.

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</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:36 EDT ]</i><BR>Unemployment's chilling right around the we're-all-screwed mark, and last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that hiring slowed dramatically in March. Netiquette experts share what career experts have to say about the moves one should make if newly unemployed.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/ArkQx_2GiPo" height="1" width="1"/>
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When did Facebook become so uncool?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:46:27 EDT ]Something strange happened Monday on the Internet.

Will Apple lawsuit mean cheaper e-books?[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:44:31 EDT ]For consumers, the news that the Department of Justice is suing Apple and several publishers, accusing them of price-fixing, boils down to one kitchen-table question: Will this mean my e-books will get cheaper?

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

What's the difference between OLED TVs and LED TVs?[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 13:44:52 GMT ]Ever since the LED TV was introduced 2009, TV makers promoted and advertised it as a new technology. But this year, LG and Samsung will also be introducing the first large screen OLED TVs. Isn’t it the same, except for the letter “O”? In a word: No.

Will Apple's unibody earbuds survive Hulk smash?[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:42:01 GMT ]By using a process known as ultrasonic bonding, Apple could create new iPhone and iPod earbuds that would have a seamless, more aesthetically pleasing "unibody" appearance. Me, I'm just hoping Apple finally found a way to make a set of earbuds that'll last me more than one month.

Craigslist: Woman impregnated at concert seeks dad[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:02:20 GMT ]If you're a dude with a red Mohawk who recently got lucky at a Motörhead/Megadeath concert at the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, you totally need to keep checking the Missed Connections section on Craigslist.

North Korea runs up against rocket realities[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:26:08 GMT ]It really is rocket science, and it really is hard. North Korea proved that again.

Auroras spotted on Uranus ... and on Earth[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:55:01 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Thanks to the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers have caught a rare display of auroras on Uranus, which ranks among the solar system's oddest planets.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/lFEu23bpdxI/" target="_blank">And the best job in America is software engineer</a><BR><i>[ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 07:58:05 PDT ]</i><BR>An analysis by CareerCast declares that, without doubt, software engineers have the best jobs in America. They beat out, um, actuaries.

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</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:36 EDT ]</i><BR>Unemployment's chilling right around the we're-all-screwed mark, and last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that hiring slowed dramatically in March. Netiquette experts share what career experts have to say about the moves one should make if newly unemployed.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/ArkQx_2GiPo" height="1" width="1"/>
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When did Facebook become so uncool?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:46:27 EDT ]Something strange happened Monday on the Internet.

Will Apple lawsuit mean cheaper e-books?[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:44:31 EDT ]For consumers, the news that the Department of Justice is suing Apple and several publishers, accusing them of price-fixing, boils down to one kitchen-table question: Will this mean my e-books will get cheaper?

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

Live Chat: NBC space expert on N.Korea launch failure[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:11:14 GMT ]HASH(0x9869e04)

Facebook reminds you to pick a username[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:08:07 GMT ]Facebook sends out reminders for users to switch timeline addresses to a Facebook.com/username -- the same username will apply to Facebook messages via email.

How will North Korea deal with rocket failure?[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:56:34 GMT ]The long-awaited launch of North Korea's Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite has finally happened — and apparently has ended in failure. Now what?

He soothes Chuck Norris’ nightmares? Twitter on fire with #CoryBookerStories[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:17:55 GMT ]Cory Booker is "Unbreakable." The Newark mayor's real life status as Bruce Willis from the other decent movie by M. Night Shyamalan was further confirmed Thursday when Booker ran into a burning building to save his next-door neighbors. Now he has a hashtag as his reward!

North Korean rocket breaks up after launch[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:30:26 GMT ]U.S. officials say North Korea's controversial long-range rocket broke up 90 seconds after liftoff and fell harmlessly into the sea. The White House criticized the launch as a "provocative action."

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</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:36 EDT ]</i><BR>Unemployment's chilling right around the we're-all-screwed mark, and last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that hiring slowed dramatically in March. Netiquette experts share what career experts have to say about the moves one should make if newly unemployed.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/ArkQx_2GiPo" height="1" width="1"/>
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When did Facebook become so uncool?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:46:27 EDT ]Something strange happened Monday on the Internet.

Will Apple lawsuit mean cheaper e-books?[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:44:31 EDT ]For consumers, the news that the Department of Justice is suing Apple and several publishers, accusing them of price-fixing, boils down to one kitchen-table question: Will this mean my e-books will get cheaper?

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

The surprising draw of 'Draw Something'[ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:28:35 EDT ]Chris Pirillo is many things: a self-proclaimed geek, a blogger, an entrepreneur -- and according to him, an average gamer.

Video shows iPad being made[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:01:33 GMT ]We know that Apple products aren't made with magic, in a place that resembles Santa's workshop. But now, at long last, there's a video showing how the are gadgets actually made.

Download more personal data on Facebook now[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:30:48 GMT ]Facebook users can download a complete archive of their photos, posts and messages from the "Download your information" page, and now: a list of IP addresses of logins and friend requests.

Pre-caffeine tech: iPad info, Tardis cake![ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:11:12 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

Scotch whisky in space! (Just a wee bit)[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:25:41 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Scotch whisky on the space station? Not exactly ... but a chemistry experiment could eventually lead to exotic drinks that take advantage of aging in zero gravity.

What happens if North Korea's satellite fails?[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:59:24 GMT ]North Korea has planned a grand celebration if its satellite launch succeeds. But what if it fails? NBC News space analyst James Oberg lays out the possibilities in Pyongyang.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/dDYwBa9E-lY/" target="_blank">Amazon unveils CloudSearch service</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:10:54 PDT ]</i><BR>Geared toward users of Amazon's Web Services, the new CloudSearch will let developers more easily integrate search into their applications.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/9qPgJEetRms/" target="_blank">Tumblr CEO says displaying ads 'complete last resort'</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:42:33 PDT ]</i><BR>The chief executive sat down for an interview with AdAge and revealed that putting ads on the site, which has about 4.5 billion impressions each week, is a "last resort," even if it means selling the company's desks first.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57413025-93/tumblr-ceo-says-displaying-ads-complete-last-resort/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/9qPgJEetRms" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/Fvrd3VHrSzg/" target="_blank">Apple iOS users face tighter security to access accounts</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:00:44 PDT ]</i><BR>Apple seems to be battening the security hatches by requiring users to create security questions and enter a backup e-mail address to protect their accounts.

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Will Facebook ruin Instagram?[ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:54:29 EDT ]Facebook's purchase on Monday of the photo-sharing app Instagram had the Internet asking one question: Will the Goliath of social networking make Instagram so uncool or so Facebook-y that it dies off entirely?

The rise of photo-sharing apps[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:57:33 EDT ]Facebook's billion-dollar purchase of Instagram this week may have been the first time that many Facebookers heard of the tech-world darling, which lets users turn their phone photos into sleek-looking, stylized images with a single touch.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~3/ArkQx_2GiPo/index.html" target="_blank">Web tips for the newly unemployed

</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:36 EDT ]</i><BR>Unemployment's chilling right around the we're-all-screwed mark, and last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that hiring slowed dramatically in March. Netiquette experts share what career experts have to say about the moves one should make if newly unemployed.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/ArkQx_2GiPo" height="1" width="1"/>
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When did Facebook become so uncool?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:46:27 EDT ]Something strange happened Monday on the Internet.

Passionate Instagram users ponder Facebook era[ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:22:57 EDT ]Every morning, Dirk Dallas takes a trip around the world. With his own eyes, he studies artful, real-time images of life in New York, Paris and Hong Kong.

What we think we know about the next iPhone[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:55:49 GMT ]The release of the third-generation iPad gave us a (very) brief break from Apple gossip, but at this point the rumor mill's back in full motion again. The topic? The next-generation iPhone, of course. Here's what we think we know about this upcoming device.

FCC, carriers to create database of stolen cellphones[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:45:39 GMT ]Responding to growing political and police pressure, America's Big Four wireless carriers have agreed to create a national database of stolen cellphones.

'Simpler, more beautiful' Google+ rolls out[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:33:32 GMT ]Google+ is speeding toward the 200 million user mark and rolling out a revamped design that includes a new way to navigate the stream, "conversation cards," and a dedicated Hangouts page.

Pre-caffeine: Hillary texts, stupid corgies[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Who gets Titanic's treasures? Stay tuned[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 03:34:33 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Negotiations to decide the fate of a $189 million collection of artifacts from the Titanic are going into overtime.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57412375-94/t-mobile-holding-htc-one-s-launch-party-april-18/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/oKaXL5YXVgs" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/RNUsnkHt1HA/" target="_blank">Wowed by Woo's new 'CD player'</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:36:00 PDT ]</i><BR>If you still have a large collection of CDs, check out Woo Audio's new WTP-1 CD transport & WDS-1 digital-to-analog converter combination.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-57411888-47/wowed-by-woos-new-cd-player/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/RNUsnkHt1HA" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/oqYwNeFrVGg/" target="_blank">Google+ gets face-lift</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:38:19 PDT ]</i><BR>Just getting off the ground today, the revamp adds a navigation bar and new ways to connect and hang out with the folks in your circles.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57412416-93/google-gets-face-lift/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/oqYwNeFrVGg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/ftGhX_bkqVw/" target="_blank">LG BP620 review: 3D Blu-ray player with everything but Amazon Instant</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:06:04 PDT ]</i><BR>If you want 3D, the LG BP620 has most of the right features, but the absence of Amazon Instant and a dedicated Netflix button hurt its value a bit.

<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-33199_7-57412377-221/lg-bp620-review-3d-blu-ray-player-with-everything-but-amazon-instant/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/ftGhX_bkqVw" height="1" width="1"/>
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Report: Pinterest is #3 social site[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:01:10 EDT ]Think back six months. You probably never had heard of a little website called Pinterest.

Will Facebook ruin Instagram?[ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:54:29 EDT ]Facebook's purchase on Monday of the photo-sharing app Instagram had the Internet asking one question: Will the Goliath of social networking make Instagram so uncool or so Facebook-y that it dies off entirely?

The rise of photo-sharing apps[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:57:33 EDT ]Facebook's billion-dollar purchase of Instagram this week may have been the first time that many Facebookers heard of the tech-world darling, which lets users turn their phone photos into sleek-looking, stylized images with a single touch.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~3/ArkQx_2GiPo/index.html" target="_blank">Web tips for the newly unemployed

</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:59:36 EDT ]</i><BR>Unemployment's chilling right around the we're-all-screwed mark, and last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed that hiring slowed dramatically in March. Netiquette experts share what career experts have to say about the moves one should make if newly unemployed.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/rss/edition_technology/~4/ArkQx_2GiPo" height="1" width="1"/>
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When did Facebook become so uncool?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:46:27 EDT ]Something strange happened Monday on the Internet.

Will hipster photo app Instagram survive Facebook?[ Mon, 9 Apr 2012 23:37:23 GMT ]Once an insider thing around iPhone kids, the Instagram photo app and social network has now gone very mainstream. Will it make it?

Pre-caffeine: Facebook, Instagram, blah blah blah[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Breach affects 25,000 Social Security numbers[ Mon, 9 Apr 2012 18:59:59 GMT ]Utah health officials said Friday that hackers who broke into state computers last weekend stole far more medical records than originally thought, and the data likely includes Social Security numbers of children who have received public assistance.

FCC, carriers to create database of stolen cellphones[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:38:06 GMT ]Responding to growing political and police pressure, America's Big Four wireless carriers have agreed to create a national database of stolen cellphones.

Could 'loophole' lead to outer-space land rush?[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 01:10:12 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Experts debate whether international treaties contain a loophole that would let the United States recognize private land claims on the moon, Mars and other celestial bodies.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/YhhElmr0E3o/" target="_blank">Comcast starts rollout of video-on-demand access to TiVo users</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:17:49 PDT ]</i><BR>Starting in the San Francisco Bay Area, TiVo Premiere users with Comcast can easily view Xfinity TV On Demand content.

<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-33199_7-57411835-221/comcast-starts-rollout-of-video-on-demand-access-to-tivo-users/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/YhhElmr0E3o" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/MCUawmT7eBg/" target="_blank">Yahoo launches reorganization, report says</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:25:08 PDT ]</i><BR>CEO Scott Thompson tells employees in a memo: "Its time for Yahoo to move forward, and fast," according to AllThingsD.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57411845-93/yahoo-launches-reorganization-report-says/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/MCUawmT7eBg" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/X6N2_FrvqGI/" target="_blank">Turntable Rider turns your bike into a DJ mixer</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:56:41 PDT ]</i><BR>Add some two-wheeled acrobatics to your DJ set with this kit from Cogoo.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57411797-1/turntable-rider-turns-your-bike-into-a-dj-mixer/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/X6N2_FrvqGI" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/fVS0hntSiLs/" target="_blank">Take a stroll through 'The Art of Video Games'</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:00:00 PDT ]</i><BR>An exhibit at the Smithsonian takes a look at 40 years of video games and the unique conversation among the game, the artist, and the player.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57411106-1/take-a-stroll-through-the-art-of-video-games/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/fVS0hntSiLs" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/-4U_PlgRDyI/" target="_blank">Apple's market cap tops $600 billion</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:03:45 PDT ]</i><BR>Apple's market cap tops $600 billion in mid-day trading, closing in on a record set by rival Microsoft set more than a decade ago.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57411868-37/apples-market-cap-tops-$600-billion/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/-4U_PlgRDyI" height="1" width="1"/>
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'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:44 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Report: Pinterest is #3 social site[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:01:10 EDT ]Think back six months. You probably never had heard of a little website called Pinterest.

Will Facebook ruin Instagram?[ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:54:29 EDT ]Facebook's purchase on Monday of the photo-sharing app Instagram had the Internet asking one question: Will the Goliath of social networking make Instagram so uncool or so Facebook-y that it dies off entirely?

Cops can request a copy of your complete Facebook activity[ Mon, 9 Apr 2012 15:11:17 GMT ]If police officers were to file a subpoena for your Facebook information, they would receive a printout of the data from the social network. This printout would be so detailed, complete and creepy that you should strive to be a good citizen just to prevent it from existing.

Hackers say they have Tunisian leader's emails[ Sun, 8 Apr 2012 23:27:12 GMT ]A group claiming affiliation with the Anonymous hacker network says it has obtained 2,725 emails belonging to Tunisia's ruling Ennahda party, including those of the prime minister.

Chatroulette leads to a wedding[ Mon, 9 Apr 2012 15:24:37 GMT ]Technology has helped people find love in the most unlikely of places. And now, Chatroulette has led one couple down the altar of matrimonial bliss.

Inside North Korea: Rocket launch poses risks[ Mon, 9 Apr 2012 12:41:08 GMT ]Letting outside observers witness the launch of a controversial satellite poses more risks for the North Koreans than it does for their guests. NBC News space analyst James Oberg provides an inside look.

North Korea shows off its launch pad and satellite[ Sun, 8 Apr 2012 23:18:56 GMT ]North Korean space officials have moved all three stages of a long-range rocket into position for a controversial launch, vowing to push ahead with their plan in defiance of international warnings.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1001_3-57411258-92/aol-patents-could-help-microsoft-battle-google-maps/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/xtmeS4TL-Nw" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57411259-94/at-t-to-spend-$150m-to-promote-lumia-900-report-says/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/i2S5egPJKT4" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/P2S9eRtguyA/" target="_blank">Netflix powers up PAC to boost Washington profile</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 08:08:13 PDT ]</i><BR>Why would a Web video-rental service need a political action committee? To help support lawmakers who support things like Net neutrality, consumer protection, and copyright issues.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-31001_3-57411262-261/netflix-powers-up-pac-to-boost-washington-profile/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/P2S9eRtguyA" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1001_3-57411266-92/rims-government-market-share-said-to-be-on-the-rise/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/YL2mQdqwuzI" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-30686_3-57411280-266/smart-screens-to-replace-pay-phones-in-nyc/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/mKKH6O-tB-U" height="1" width="1"/>
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Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:44 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Report: Pinterest is #3 social site[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:01:10 EDT ]Think back six months. You probably never had heard of a little website called Pinterest.

How to have your own tech support at home[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 15:54:30 GMT ]Need help solving your computer problems, setting up a printer or syncing your smartphone with your computer? There are reliable online professional support services that will do the work for you, letting you have tech support at home.

Deep-sea adventurers are going back for more[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 18:11:32 GMT ]Just days after filmmaker James Cameron plunged to the deepest place on Earth, his diving team visits another spot in the Pacific and brings an eerie picture back from the ocean floor.

Is someone spying on your phone?[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 15:53:57 GMT ]How to look for signs that your phone may have been compromised, and what to do about it.

Your Easter egg might hatch ... a dinosaur?[ Sun, 8 Apr 2012 04:02:00 GMT ]A paleontological surprise may be hiding in your Easter basket. New research indicates that some grocery-store candy eggs are remarkably similar in shape to a newly discovered dinosaur egg, instead of the traditional chicken egg.

Anonymous attacks: UK Home Office website hit[ Sun, 8 Apr 2012 00:14:05 GMT ]Access to the British Home Office website's was disrupted after the hacking group Anonymous called on supporters to hit the site with denial-of-service attacks, the BBC reported.

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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13578_3-57410877-38/u.s-u.k-firms-selling-spy-gear-to-repressive-regimes-says-report/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/vTjXqZVwa9g" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-57410856-64/nvidia-tegra-4-chip-leak-whets-appetite-for-non-ios-tablets/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/y39ZK-XgrpM" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13924_3-57410827-64/microsoft-store-coming-to-an-apple-store-near-you/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/asnYlc-FOq4" height="1" width="1"/>
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Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:44 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Report: Pinterest is #3 social site[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:01:10 EDT ]Think back six months. You probably never had heard of a little website called Pinterest.

Explore new realms of science and religion[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 20:57:32 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Religious holidays such as Easter and Passover spark a spate of soul-searching at the intersection of science and religion.

NASA orbiter captures elephant on Mars[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 04:17:11 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has captured an elephant on Mars — well, actually, it's an elephant-shaped lava flow in Elysium Planitia on Mars.

Don't wait for Windows 8: Try these 5 programs[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 23:45:15 GMT ]Windows 8 is on the way this fall, but the "Metro" redesign means that there aren't a lot of new features for the old traditional Windows desktop. If you'd rather pay $100 for a real feature boost, consider buying these five programs. You won't even have to wait till the fall.

How to have your own tech support at home[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 15:54:30 GMT ]Need help solving your computer problems, setting up a printer or syncing your smartphone with your computer? There are reliable online professional support services that will do the work for you, letting you have tech support at home.

Is someone spying on your phone?[ Sat, 7 Apr 2012 15:53:57 GMT ]How to look for signs that your phone may have been compromised, and what to do about it.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/hRh3VeLER7U/" target="_blank">Flashback the largest Mac malware threat yet, experts say</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:22:02 PDT ]</i><BR>Congratulations, Apple. The Mac is now popular enough to attract major attention from the bad guys.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1009_3-57410702-83/flashback-the-largest-mac-malware-threat-yet-experts-say/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/hRh3VeLER7U" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57410571-1/this-week-in-crave-the-live-long-and-prosper-edition/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/2cYzWf4TasM" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-57410483-47/car-audio-at-the-new-york-auto-show/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/MQzpOR2mBEc" height="1" width="1"/>
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Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:44 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Report: Pinterest is #3 social site[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:01:10 EDT ]Think back six months. You probably never had heard of a little website called Pinterest.

Scammers lace up for London Olympics[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 16:02:44 GMT ]As the opening ceremony to the London 2012 Olympics gets closer, online crooks are sporting all types of scams and schemes to get your money.

Future of fashion? 3-D printer produces stylish shoes[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 14:33:06 GMT ]With just a click of a button, one can finally print fashion. A company called 3D Systems is getting ready to release an at-home 3D printer that will enable people to design and print products from prosthetic legs to hearing aids to, yes, even high-heeled platforms.

Multitouch floor would detect your heart attack[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 14:25:31 GMT ]A future smart home will need a way to sense who its residents are and what they're doing. One way to do so may be through the floor.

Video: These iPad apps will replace your notebook[ Thu, 5 Apr 2012 18:42:21 GMT ]You've got an iPad, yet you're still carrying around notebooks and pens? Let's put an end to that! Msnbc.com's Rosa Golijan explores some iPad apps which will make you throw your old-fashioned office supplies out the window. (msnbc.com)

Watch a 'last dance' with the northern lights[ Fri, 6 Apr 2012 02:28:14 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: A stunning aurora season is finally coming to an end in the far north, thanks to the longer days and the shorter nights.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/lUhdz1NsKck/" target="_blank">Friday Poll: Are you adding anti-malware to your Mac?</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:36:51 PDT ]</i><BR>That resounding "Atchoo!" sound you just heard is a collective sneeze coming from thousands of infected Macs. Will you install anti-malware software now that Mac malware is said to be on the rise?

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-57410113-1/friday-poll-are-you-adding-anti-malware-to-your-mac/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/lUhdz1NsKck" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://www.cnet.com/8301-17918_1-57410478-85/nokia-lumia-pureview-mock-shows-wp-8-41pm-camera/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/8NriUK1n4cs" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/8Rb1-bw8v2I/" target="_blank">Apple's security code of silence: A big problem</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:45:14 PDT ]</i><BR>Security industry insiders have long known the Mac platform has its holes. The Flashback Trojan is the first in-the-wild issue that's confirmed this, and big-time. More will follow unless Apple steps up its game.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57410476-37/apples-security-code-of-silence-a-big-problem/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/8Rb1-bw8v2I" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/zwdLOpAyL1Q/" target="_blank">Apple update supports Canon 5D Mark III raw files</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:51:39 PDT ]</i><BR>Apple issued a software update that supports raw photos from just a single model -- as it did two weeks ago with another high-profile SLR, the Nikon D800.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-30685_3-57410504-264/apple-update-supports-canon-5d-mark-iii-raw-files/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/zwdLOpAyL1Q" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/be_mw-Cr_ZU/" target="_blank">5 charged for taking teen's kidney in return for iPhone, iPad</a><BR><i>[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 08:57:24 PDT ]</i><BR>The incident occurred in China, where a 17-year-old boy was paid 22,000 yuan (nearly $3,500) for his kidney, so he could buy a new iPhone and iPad.

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Kutcher to play Steve Jobs in movie[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:29:11 EDT ]Actor Ashton Kutcher, who got his break on "That '70s Show," will go back to the 1970s to play tech visionary Steve Jobs in an indie film about Jobs' early life and the founding of Apple.

Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 05:33:44 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Famous bunnies of the Internet[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 19:05:30 GMT ]International Bunny Appreciation Day (which just so happens to coincide with Easter) is Sunday. Time to review our favorite Internet rabbits!

NASA extends planet-hunting mission through 2016[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 23:39:44 GMT ]NASA's prolific Kepler space observatory, which has found signs of thousands of alien planets, will keep hunting strange new worlds for at least four more years, the space agency announced Wednesday.

Pre-caffeine: Google glasses, Nyan Cat![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Turning dirty diapers into park benches[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 20:23:07 GMT ]Parents, turn over those used diapers instead of trashing them! Terracycle feels it can make a difference by recycling to keep some of the 3.7 million tons of disposables out of dumps.

Did the shroud actually inspire the Gospels?[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 21:43:46 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: An art historian contends that the Shroud of Turin bears the true imprint of Jesus' body, and that displays of the cloth inspired the Easter story of his resurrection. Skeptics and believers alike scoff at the idea.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/pJDeagQJQ3g/" target="_blank">Meet U.S. Cellular's first 4G LTE phone: the Samsung Galaxy S Aviator</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:41:37 PDT ]</i><BR>Officially on sale today, Samsung's Galaxy S Aviator now brings fast 4G LTE surfing to U.S. Cellular subscribers.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/9aSLsQRG7Hs/" target="_blank">The amusing reality of Google's new goggles?</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:47:50 PDT ]</i><BR>Well, perhaps it's a virtual reality. But a video posted to YouTube shows just how much fun Google's Project Glass might (not) be.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-57409846-71/the-amusing-reality-of-googles-new-goggles/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/9aSLsQRG7Hs" height="1" width="1"/>
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<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-57409917-37/steve-jobs-really-was-mad-about-android-says-biographer/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/Lzc2k8glaNE" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/LWaRCTWtAu8/" target="_blank">HTC wants One to be its Nexus-like premium line</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:07:34 PDT ]</i><BR>HTC wants its One series of smartphones to have the same cachet as Google's Nexus. But a more apt comparison maybe the Samsung Galaxy franchise.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-57409916-94/htc-wants-one-to-be-its-nexus-like-premium-line/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/LWaRCTWtAu8" height="1" width="1"/>
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Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

One-fifth of U.S. adults read e-books[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:07 EDT ]E-books aren't just becoming increasingly popular. They also appear to be promoting reading habits among American adults.

Gallery: creative Facebook Timelines[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:20:27 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Facebook Timeline: love, hate ... and creativity[ Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:20:03 EDT ]It's one of the most polarizing issues among people today. It's drawn online protests and immense frustration. And once you've formed an opinion about it, it's hard to change your mind.

Google profiles now import Google Contacts info[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 15:36:07 GMT ]Google+ now incorporates your stored Contacts emails and phone numbers in Circles' profiles -- so you don't have to leave the social network to find that information.

Cheapism: The best budget Bluetooth headsets[ Wed, 4 Apr 2012 16:04:52 GMT ]By Kara Reinhardt, Cheapism.com Chapel Hill, N.C., has become the first town in the U.S. to forbid drivers to use hands-free devices. In many other places, however, Bluetooth headsets remain the only way to legally talk on a cell phone while driving.

Pre-caffeine: Instagram anger, bad endings![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

With LEGO, making synthetic bone is a snap[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 19:30:27 GMT ]Making synthetic bone is a fairly arduous job. Instead of doing the most laborious parts of the process themselves, Cambridge University scientists have turned to LEGO.

The stage is set for Titanic anniversary sales[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 23:57:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: All the bids are in for the biggest-ever sale of Titanic artifacts, but there's still a chance to get in on a different round of bidding for more affordable memorabilia from the world's most famous shipwreck.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/EYqUEqw7UT8/" target="_blank">Finned LED streetlights go for flashy look</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:50:42 PDT ]</i><BR>Cree releases high-design and traditional LED streetlights to speed adoption of long-lasting and efficient LEDs in municipalities.

<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-11386_3-57409230-76/finned-led-streetlights-go-for-flashy-look/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/EYqUEqw7UT8" height="1" width="1"/>
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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/MyKpSHBMfFQ/" target="_blank">Why the coming patent crisis is inevitable</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:09:35 PDT ]</i><BR>The reason is simple: there isn't enough political will or pressure to institute massive patent reform without a crisis to rally around.

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iPad is Consumer Reports' top tablet[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:27:41 EDT ]Less than two weeks after Consumer Reports engineers found that Apple's new tablet can get as hot as 116 degrees while running games, the magazine has declared it the best in breed, placing it at the top of its tablet-computer rankings on Monday.

Kutcher to play Steve Jobs in movie[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:29:11 EDT ]Actor Ashton Kutcher, who got his break on "That '70s Show," will go back to the 1970s to play tech visionary Steve Jobs in an indie film about Jobs' early life and the founding of Apple.

Smithsonian's 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:10:02 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

'Right size' for tablets shifts again[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:29:54 EDT ]When it comes to tablet computers, size matters -- a lot. But these devices are definitely not one-size-fits-all. And like Alice in Wonderland, the "right size" for tablets keeps shifting.

Smithsonian celebrates 'Art of Video Games'[ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 07:09:04 EDT ]A new exhibit, The Art of Video Games, hopes to entice Smithsonian museum visitors to experience the evolution of video games through interactive displays and historical pieces, showcasing the evolution of gaming.

Motorola probed after Microsoft, Apple complaints[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 15:53:33 GMT ]* EU Commission to probe if Motorola sets unfair fees for its patents

Space tourist is just one way to describe Simonyi[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 15:46:31 GMT ]Charles Simonyi may still be described as a space tourist even though the Microsoft billionaire has no plans to take a third vacation on the International Space Station and hasn't hung out in outer space for a few years.

17-year-old pianist invents land-mine detector[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 12:32:59 GMT ]Marian Bechtel, 17, has invented a new minesweeper. It costs far less than current technology, uses sound waves to detect where the devices are — and was inspired by a piano.

'Stingray' gadgets help cops track your cellphone[ Tue, 3 Apr 2012 09:57:49 GMT ]Police in an affluent suburb are using a futuristic $244,000 spy gadget that allows it to track cellphones without having to ask telephone companies.

Put the universe on your iPad[ Mon, 2 Apr 2012 21:53:17 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: There's a fleet of apps out there that can blast you through hyperspace to explore the far frontiers of the cosmos on your tablet computer.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/S0BTCNKOWHc/" target="_blank">Apple secures 17 patents, including wireless sync</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:21:15 PDT ]</i><BR>The company's new patents range from a single security model for booting a computing device to a design patent on its current iPod Shuffle.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/AdAI0kfKoMo/" target="_blank">Apple sets earnings news for April 24</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:25:38 PDT ]</i><BR>That's when the company will reveal its revenue and earnings for its second fiscal quarter, the one in which it released its new iPad.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/ul2cxtq6hR0/" target="_blank">Why Apple, Samsung's phones sit atop piles of cash (FAQ)</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:40:23 PDT ]</i><BR>It's tough being in the mobile phone business if your name isn't Apple or Samsung. CNET looks at how the two swallowed up nearly all of the industry's profits.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/tX2A1tcO0CI/" target="_blank">U.S. tells court MegaUpload users are out of luck</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:41:31 PDT ]</i><BR>U.S. Attorney overseeing MegaUpload case asks court to deny a request by MegaUpload's hosting service for a protective order on the company's servers.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/OkH-npRIZGU/" target="_blank">Google ramping up mobile ad business in China</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:49:49 PDT ]</i><BR>Despite its thorny history with the country, the search giant continues to pour money into the country, trying to expand its advertising operations in particular.

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A computer faster than 50 million laptops[ Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:21:34 EDT ]A new era in computing that will see machines perform at least 1,000 times faster than today's most powerful supercomputers is almost upon us.

Apple products in half of U.S. homes[ Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:20:47 EDT ]Apple has taken firm root in America. Just over half of all households in the country own at least one Apple product, a new survey says, showing just how far the reach of the company has come in the last decade.

iPad is Consumer Reports' top tablet[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:27:41 EDT ]Less than two weeks after Consumer Reports engineers found that Apple's new tablet can get as hot as 116 degrees while running games, the magazine has declared it the best in breed, placing it at the top of its tablet-computer rankings on Monday.

Kutcher to play Steve Jobs in movie[ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:29:11 EDT ]Actor Ashton Kutcher, who got his break on "That '70s Show," will go back to the 1970s to play tech visionary Steve Jobs in an indie film about Jobs' early life and the founding of Apple.

IBM telescope would create more data than Internet [ Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:58:10 EDT ]There's a massive telescope on the drawing board that hasn't even started construction yet, but when it's finished in 2024, it'll generate more data in a single day than the entire Internet. The computing giant IBM is collaborating with ASTRON (the Netherlands Institute of Radio Astronomy) to develop the next-generation computer tech needed to handle the colossal amount of data captured by the Square Kilometer Array (SKA),

April Fools' Day asteroid zips close by Earth[ Sun, 1 Apr 2012 21:15:43 GMT ]An asteroid the size of a passenger jet zoomed near the Earth Sunday, just in time for April Fools' Day, but the space rock flyby posed no threat of hitting our planet, NASA officials said.

Pre-caffeine: Internet pranks, James Van Der Beek![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Despite heat concerns, Consumer Reports recommends iPad[ Mon, 2 Apr 2012 14:07:27 GMT ]The folks at Consumer Reports sounded alarm bells when their tests suggested that the new iPad tends to run hotter than its predecessor, but — despite those initial concerns —those consumer watchdogs are recommending the third-generation Apple tablet.

Global Payments: 'Less than 1.5 million' account numbers hacked[ Mon, 2 Apr 2012 03:36:05 GMT ]Global Payments Inc. hinted on Sunday night that about 1.5 million consumers were impacted by the massive credit card hack that first came to light on Friday -- fewer than the 10 million that was initially reported.

Top 10 reasons for the Titanic tragedy[ Mon, 2 Apr 2012 00:48:43 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The "unsinkable" Titanic was sunk by an iceberg, but there are other reasons why the tragedy that occurred 100 years ago was as tragic as it was.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/dPc6dNrYYag/" target="_blank">MIT 'smart sand' and 'robot pebbles' replicate objects</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:14:00 PDT ]</i><BR>Research effort uses distributed robots that communicate with each other to auto-duplicate shapes by forming an object out of a larger pile of smart sand.

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