Twitter account of Thomson Reuters hacked by Syrian activists[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 20:02:03 GMT ]The group of hackers calling itself the Syrian Electronic Army appears to have compromised the official Twitter account of business news agency Thomson Reuters, posting a series of political cartoons depicting the ongoing civil war in Syria.

Home-brewed 'Grand Theft Auto 4' modified to be more like 'GTV 5'[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 20:24:19 GMT ]Highly anticipated mayhem simulator "Grand Theft Auto 5" is grabbing gamer attention for being the first title in Rockstar's long and stories video game series to feature not one, not two, but three interchangeable protagonists.

Microsoft patents futuristic transparent laptop display[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 22:14:54 GMT ]Your future computer may be able to do more than just detect your gestures and last longer on a charge. Microsoft has filed a patent for transparent display technology for laptops and mobile devices that can actually project holographic images right before your eyes.

Apple patent reveals three-lens, three-sensor iPhone camera[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 22:42:38 GMT ]Your point-and-shoot is living on borrowed time. Recently released devices such as the Nokia Lumia 1020 and Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom have some of the most powerful cameras of any smartphone, and Apple may be planning their own optic innovation for future iPhones.

New screens, more horsepower may be part of Kindle Fire fall update[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 00:21:51 GMT ]Amazon's popular Kindle Fire tablets are slated for a major update this fall, according to the blog BGR's anonymous sources. New screens, better build quality, and an internal overhaul should bring the devices more in line with the latest from Google and Apple.

Canon Vixia mini targets selfie video shooters[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]This pocket-sized Wi-Fi-enabled minicamcorder does a lot, but it's still a bit of an oddball product. [Read more]

Race on! How tech makes Nascar faster, safer, and more exciting[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Nascar hopes to draw fans with a high-tech car and a tighter field than ever. CNET Road Trip 2013 took in the Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to see if it works. [Read more]

Internet Webcam service Dropcam nets $30M in funding[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 11:30:00 GMT ]San Francisco startup says it will use the funds to accelerate hardware and software product plans. [Read more]

Five trends driving the hardware boom[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 11:31:00 GMT ]For years, venture investors and entrepreneurs were all about software. Now, more and more money is flowing into hardware. [Read more]

Hot hardware: The smart money's taking notice[ Wed, 31 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT ]Helped by the rise of mobility and cloud computing, hardware startups are pulling in big investments. [Read more]

10 most controversial Wiki pages[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:43:38 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google TV game-changer?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:41:27 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Gamers honor young colleague's memory[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:38:43 EDT ]Wander into any gaming forum thread, chat room or multiplayer-action communications, and you quickly discover that gamers can be an insensitive lot. But there are also instances where the hardcore, win-at-all-costs trash talking goes silent and they band together to do good.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Twitter faces new pressure to limit hate speech[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 15:44:06 EDT ]An advocate for honoring women on British currency was thanked for her efforts on Twitter with dozens of rape threats. A female writer who recently spoke out against rape jokes, almost predictably, got the same treatment.

Twitter's working on making it easier to report abusive jerks[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 18:52:13 GMT ]After multiple threats were made against a feminist campaigner via Twitter, tens of thousands signed a petition calling for the social network to make it easier to report abusive tweets. According to Twitter, a feature is already in the works.

PS4 online apps and chat: No PlayStation Plus subscription required [ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 19:26:12 GMT ]Sony revealed on Monday that it will not charge PlayStation 4 owners any additional fees to use online features like the console's chat features or popular third-party apps such as the video streaming services Hulu and Netflix.

Sony, Panasonic promise 300-gigabyte discs by 2015[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 19:37:22 GMT ]First there was the CD, which held 700 megabytes. Then the DVD, which held 5 gigabytes. Then the Blu-ray disc, with 50 gigs. What's next? Sony and Panasonic hope it will be a 300-gigabyte disc they're jointly researching that could hit in 2015. But might we have abandoned discs altogether by then?

Classified ad site Backpage gets backlash over sex ads[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 00:58:43 GMT ]Search for "Backpage.com" on the FBI's main website and up pops eight whole pages of press releases and public announcements naming the classified advertising site as a tool for sex criminals, particularly those selling children, sex and prostitution.

Classified ad site Backpage in crosshairs over child sex ads [ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 01:16:11 GMT ]Search for "Backpage.com" on the FBI's main website and up pops eight whole pages of press releases and public announcements naming the classified advertising site as a tool for sex criminals, particularly those selling children, sex and prostitution.

Apple slapped with lawsuit over mandatory employee bag checks[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 03:53:09 GMT ]After allegedly being made to stand in line for "required but uncompensated security checks," former retail store employees sue the iPhone-maker for dozens of hours of unpaid wages. [Read more]

Time Warner Cable suspends CBS programming blackout[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 04:14:45 GMT ]The broadcaster and the cable company fail to reach a pact on fees, but subscribers in New York, Los Angeles and Dallas don't lose the most-watched television channel for now. [Read more]

Sprint posts Q2 loss of $1.6B as 2M subscribers drop off[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 05:14:13 GMT ]Sprint saw a massive exodus of customers in its last quarter running the separate Nextel network. The company, now owned by Japanese carrier SoftBank, hopes for a stronger second half. [Read more]

Sprint extends LTE coverage to 41 new markets[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 05:37:59 GMT ]New markets in Philadelphia, Portland, Ore., and Oakland, Calif., expands the high-speed wireless network footprint to 151 markets. [Read more]

Zynga said to lose three top execs this month[ Tue, 30 Jul 2013 06:15:00 GMT ]A trio of vice presidents have resigned from the struggling social game developer in the past month, sources tell Bloomberg. [Read more]

10 most controversial Wiki pages[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:43:38 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google TV game-changer?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:41:27 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Gamers honor young colleague's memory[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:38:43 EDT ]Wander into any gaming forum thread, chat room or multiplayer-action communications, and you quickly discover that gamers can be an insensitive lot. But there are also instances where the hardcore, win-at-all-costs trash talking goes silent and they band together to do good.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Twitter faces backlash over rape-threat tweets[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 08:07:58 EDT ]A barrage of rape and death threats on Twitter aimed at feminist Caroline Criado-Perez -- who petitioned to have women displayed on banknotes -- has sparked outrage in the global media and among the Twitterati.

Sex and video games: Virtual reality erotica may be the HolyGrail[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:26:35 GMT ]Video games stand apart from the rest of modern technology because of the medium's immunity to pornography. Perhaps it's because gamers — historically male teenagers and twentysomethings — just aren't into porn, right? OK, that can't be it.

How supercomputers solve giant problems[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:26:35 GMT ]Today's supercomputers are marvels of computational power, and they are being used to tackle some of the world's biggest scientific problems.Current models are tens of thousands of times faster than the average desktop computer.

Social media helps track property lost in Holocaust[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:26:36 GMT ]When Cati Holland checked her email a few weeks ago, she was surprised to find a message saying she was eligible for compensation for her grandmother's Berlin store that was seized by the Nazis more than 70 years ago.

Software experts attack cars, to release code as hackers meet[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:32:14 GMT ]Car hacking is not a new field, but its secrets have long been closely guarded. That is about to change, thanks to two well-known computer software hackers who got bored finding bugs in software from Microsoft and Apple.

Arrest made after online threats to UK campaigner[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 21:29:31 GMT ]British police on Sunday arrested a man in connection with online threats made toward a feminist campaigner, a case which has ignited calls for social media platforms to institute stronger protections against verbal abuse.

Now that we have Chromecast, is it time for 'Xbox TV?'[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 21:00:00 GMT ]Microsoft's Xbox can stream plenty of Internet content to your TV. But it might get overlooked by those considering Chromecast, Roku, or Apple TV because of its high price. Is it time for Microsoft to make non-gaming version of Xbox? [Read more]

Michael Dell plans to stay with company if his buyout bid fails[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 21:48:40 GMT ]Dell's chief executive tells the Wall Street Journal he would not support an asset sale or leveraged recapitalization. [Read more]

Bob Mansfield bio vanishes from Apple executive leadership page[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 00:29:27 GMT ]Executive was at the center of a shakeup that began with his announced retirement and ultimately led to a promotion. Apple says Mansfield will remain at Apple working on special projects reporting to Tim Cook. [Read more]

Rights group alleges worker abuse at Apple partner Pegatron[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 06:41:26 GMT ]Apple hardware manufacturer accused of safety violations, poor living conditions, and withholding of worker identification cards, according to the Wall Street Journal. [Read more]

Toshiba adds high-price looks to new midprice laptops[ Mon, 29 Jul 2013 09:00:00 GMT ]The new Satellite E55 and E45t are inspired by the pricey Kirabook, but start at $579. [Read more]

10 most controversial Wiki pages[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:43:38 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google TV game-changer?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:41:27 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Gamers honor young colleague's memory[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:38:43 EDT ]Wander into any gaming forum thread, chat room or multiplayer-action communications, and you quickly discover that gamers can be an insensitive lot. But there are also instances where the hardcore, win-at-all-costs trash talking goes silent and they band together to do good.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Infamous hacker Barnaby Jack dies, one week before Black Hat convention[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 23:36:33 GMT ]Barnaby Jack, a celebrated computer hacker who forced bank ATMs to spit out cash and sparked safety improvements in medical devices, died in San Francisco, a week before he was due to make a high-profile presentation at a hacking conference.

Infamous hacker Barnaby Jack dies before Black Hat convention[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 01:04:06 GMT ]Barnaby Jack, a celebrated computer hacker who forced bank ATMs to spit out cash and sparked safety improvements in medical devices, died in San Francisco, a week before he was due to make a high-profile presentation at a hacking conference.

#MissingThePoint: Companies alienate customers with Twitter bots, scripted responses[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 10:49:08 GMT ]From upset consumers whose gadgets broke prematurely to stranded air travelers stuck on the tarmac, Twitter has been an effective outlet to publicly shame companies, sometimes resulting in VIP treatment. Those days may be over.

Don't blame Santa: Xbox and PlayStation supply probably won't meet demand ... again[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 11:44:28 GMT ]We've all heard the story: the long lines of Apple fans lining up outside the store, breathlessly awaiting that first chance to get their hands on the new iPhone.

Apple's developer site partially restored after cyber attack[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 13:52:51 GMT ]Apple has partially restored its main website for developers, eight days after shuttering it in response to a cyber attack that prompted a harried upgrade to prevent future breaches.

Man gets fake FBI child porn alert, arrested for child porn[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 17:18:31 GMT ]A man is fooled by an Internet virus into going to a police station to pay a fine for child pornography. He gives the police his computer to examine. They allegedly find child pornography on it. [Read more]

Twitter to simplify the reporting of abusive tweets, after outcry over rape threats[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 22:36:17 GMT ]Following outrage in the U.K. over tweets containing threats of rape, the company says a feature designed to make it easier to report abusive tweets when using Twitter on the iPhone will be coming to other platforms. [Read more]

Nexus 7 finds Apple napping[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 23:39:20 GMT ]Uh-oh: iPad Mini meets the new Nexus 7. It's not looking good for Apple at the moment. [Read more]

Nexus 7 teardown for 2013: Wireless charging, easy repairs[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 23:52:39 GMT ]iFixit's teardown of the 2013 Nexus 7 uncovers the hardware that supports wireless charging -- the first time the repair site has seen this on a tablet. [Read more]

Progress! An app that sends a breakup text for you[ Sun, 28 Jul 2013 00:11:37 GMT ]BreakUp Text is an app that does the dirty work for you. Because, well, why bother telling your lover sayonara yourself? Who needs the grief? [Read more]

10 most controversial Wiki pages[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:43:38 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google TV game-changer?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:41:27 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Gamers honor young colleague's memory[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:38:43 EDT ]Wander into any gaming forum thread, chat room or multiplayer-action communications, and you quickly discover that gamers can be an insensitive lot. But there are also instances where the hardcore, win-at-all-costs trash talking goes silent and they band together to do good.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

'Dark Souls 2': Failure can be just as fun as victory in games[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 22:46:47 GMT ]By the time I stepped up to try my hand at "Dark Souls 2" at a recent press event by Namco Bandai, the game's publisher, I had been watching the man in front of me be eviscerated by all sorts of zombies and fantastical monsters for at least 20 minutes.

Infamous hacker Barnaby Jack dies, one week before Black Hat convention[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 23:36:33 GMT ]Barnaby Jack, a celebrated computer hacker who forced bank ATMs to spit out cash and sparked safety improvements in medical devices, died in San Francisco, a week before he was due to make a high-profile presentation at a hacking conference.

Infamous hacker Barnaby Jack dies before Black Hat convention[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 01:04:06 GMT ]Barnaby Jack, a celebrated computer hacker who forced bank ATMs to spit out cash and sparked safety improvements in medical devices, died in San Francisco, a week before he was due to make a high-profile presentation at a hacking conference.

#MissingThePoint: Companies alienate customers with Twitter bots, scripted responses[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 10:49:08 GMT ]From upset consumers whose gadgets broke prematurely to stranded air travelers stuck on the tarmac, Twitter has been an effective outlet to publicly shame companies, sometimes resulting in VIP treatment. Those days may be over.

Don't blame Santa: Xbox and PlayStation supply probably won't meet demand ... again[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 11:44:28 GMT ]We've all heard the story: the long lines of Apple fans lining up outside the store, breathlessly awaiting that first chance to get their hands on the new iPhone.

Crave Ep. 130: Thirsty? Drink your own sweat from the The Sweat Machine[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 23:05:00 GMT ]The Sweat Machine recycles your bodily fluids and purifies sweat. Awesome, but ew. We take a first look at robot skin, and we check out the DexType, one of the first apps for the Leap Motion. [Read more]

New app could curb underage drinking by spotting fake IDs[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 23:10:40 GMT ]The barZapp app lets users scan licenses from every U.S. state as well as the Canadian provinces with an iPhone. [Read more]

Was this FedEx worker filmed tossing your iPad or Nexus 7?[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 00:06:44 GMT ]FedEx says it has fired a Manhattan employee caught on camera tossing boxes, as if they were empty boxes. [Read more]

Boeing shows off first fully-painted 787-9 Dreamliner[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 05:20:38 GMT ]The aviation giant sent out a photograph of the first 787-9 that had been fully painted. Decked out in Boeing's new livery, the plane will eventually go to Air New Zealand. [Read more]

Rolling through the world's largest rail yard[ Sat, 27 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Bailey Yard, a key to Union Pacific's massive rail network, can handle 14,000 rail cars every day. CNET Road Trip 2013 checked out the eight-mile-long facility. [Read more]

10 most controversial Wiki pages[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:43:38 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google TV game-changer?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:41:27 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Gamers honor young colleague's memory[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 14:38:43 EDT ]Wander into any gaming forum thread, chat room or multiplayer-action communications, and you quickly discover that gamers can be an insensitive lot. But there are also instances where the hardcore, win-at-all-costs trash talking goes silent and they band together to do good.

Has technology ruined handwriting?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:30:00 EDT ]Technology is constantly increasing communication speeds, often anticipating words before our brains can send signals to our fingers. But experts say handwriting is being sacrificed for the sake of technology's convenience.

Hackers could clone your office key card ... from your pocket[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 19:17:03 GMT ]Are you able to get into your office by simply bumping your purse or wallet against a reader? Then your office is using radio-frequency identification cards, or RFID cards, to manage building access and security.

160 million credit cards later, 'cutting edge' hacking ring cracked[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 20:30:13 GMT ]For nearly a decade, a band of cybercriminals rampaged through the servers of a global business who's who: Among the victims were 7-Eleven, Dow Jones, Nasdaq, JetBlue and JC Penney.

First 3-D printed rifle fires bullet, then breaks [ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 22:32:46 GMT ]A man who used a 3-D printer to make the first .22-caliber rifle out of largely plastic parts has successfully fired off a shot with the weapon. The homemade rifle subsequently broke, however.

Latest toy for digital cameras hails from the 19th century[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 00:45:18 GMT ]

The age of the connected car will bring new safety, comfort — and threats[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 07:38:09 GMT ]How do you reduce the number of highway accidents? Just tell all the cars to look out for each other.

Crave giveaway: Comic-Con 2013 swag bag extraordinaire[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMT ]In part 1 of this year's Comic-Con freebie-fest, we're giving away comics, a 2-in-1 "Star Wars" action figure, and your very own red superhero cape. [Read more]

Did Frank Lloyd Wright create America's greatest office?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Many would argue that the Great Workroom at SC Johnson headquarters in Racine, Wis., is the most beautiful office space in the U.S. CNET Road Trip 2013 had to investigate and decide. [Read more]

Friday Poll: Will you buy the new Nexus 7?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Now the wraps are off Google's updated Nexus 7, it's up to buyers to decide if it will be the next big thing in tablets. [Read more]

Can Happier improve our dysfunctional relationship with social networks?[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]A happiness-focused social network hopes to reorient the facets of Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter that some say most foster loneliness and envy. Can it succeed? [Read more]

The next Google+ assimilations[ Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:30:00 GMT ]commentary These days, virtually every Google service must either integrate with Google+ or be supplanted by it. At least three services -- all growing out of acquisitions -- may be caught in the crosshairs. [Read more]

World chuckles about #RoyalBaby[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 11:29:49 EDT ]It's a boy! And an Internet punchline!

U.S. slips to 9th in Internet speed[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:18 EDT ]Land of the free. Home of the brave. Bastion of mediocre Internet speeds.

Google unveils $35 video-to-TV device[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:36 EDT ]Google has a simple and inexpensive new way to stream Internet videos on your TV.

10 most controversial Wikipedia pages[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:47 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Chromecast: Google's TV game-changer?[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 17:56:38 EDT ]Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world.

Google Chromecast turns regular TVs into Internet-media smart TVs[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:31:08 GMT ]Google just revealed a tiny HDMI dongle that connects to your plain old, non-smart TV, letting you send YouTube videos, Netflix movies, Pandora music and other content from the Internet to the television, all controlled by a phone, tablet or laptop.

Google unveils new Nexus 7 tablet, Android 4.3 and Chromecast[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:59:52 GMT ]Google unveiled a brand new Nexus 7 tablet, Android 4.3, and Chromecast, a tiny device that gets video content from phones and computers onto TVs, during an event in San Francisco on Wednesday.

It's not just you: Flickr will be down six hours on Thursday[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 22:01:03 GMT ]Yahoo photo-sharing site Flickr is alerting users that the site plans to be out of commission for about six hours Wednesday, as it undertakes some "planned maintenance."The site will be unavailable from 4 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. ET Thursday until 10 p.m. PT Thursday and 1 a.m. ET Friday.

New touchscreen fingerprints you while you tap away[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 00:14:05 GMT ]Putting in a password or pattern every time you open your phone or tablet gets old fast — but what if your device could tell it was you holding it just from a single touch? This new touchscreen device can read your fingerprints as you use it — although it won't fit in your pocket any time soon.

Google wants to put free hotspots around San Francisco [ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 01:43:33 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — Google is offering $600,000 to set up free wireless Internet hotspots in 31 public spaces in San Francisco, but city officials said they need to review annual maintenance costs before it could be approved.

iPad 'losing ground,' says Citi[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 04:35:00 GMT ]The iPad will give up market share while overall tablet shipments continue to surge, according to Citi Research. [Read more]

Google doodle honors birthday of biophysicist Rosalind Franklin[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 06:45:49 GMT ]British X-ray crystallographer made great strides in our understanding of the molecular makeup of DNA and RNA but missed out on Nobel Prize. [Read more]

Geeksphone now selling Firefox OS to consumers with Peak+[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:27:18 GMT ]The Spanish startup launches preorders for an updated, higher-end smartphone costing $197 and running Mozilla's browser-based Firefox OS. [Read more]

TCL debuts first 4K TV under a grand[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 10:00:00 GMT ]TCL has announced the first 4K screen to be released for under a grand, the 50-inch 7E504D, and it will accept native 4K content. [Read more]

Android 4.3 to hit Sony Xperia smartphones, tablet[ Thu, 25 Jul 2013 11:56:29 GMT ]The new flavor of Android is due to reach the Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR, Xperia Tablet Z, Xperia SP, and Xperia Z Ultra, among other devices. [Read more]

World chuckles about #RoyalBaby[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 11:29:49 EDT ]It's a boy! And an Internet punchline!

U.S. slips to 9th in Internet speed[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:18 EDT ]Land of the free. Home of the brave. Bastion of mediocre Internet speeds.

Google unveils $35 video-to-TV device[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:36 EDT ]Google has a simple and inexpensive new way to stream Internet videos on your TV.

10 most controversial Wikipedia pages[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:51:47 EDT ]They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well.

Google introduces $35 video-to-TV device[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:47:33 EDT ]Google has a simple and inexpensive new way to stream Internet videos on your TV.

In switch, US military offers to share spectrum with wireless industry [ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 20:02:59 GMT ]The U.S. Defense Department is proposing to share some of its radio airwaves with the private sector, a nod to growing pressure from the wireless industry and the Obama administration that federal agencies ease their control of valuable spectrum.

MaskMe hides your phone, credit cards online behind working replacements [ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 20:03:00 GMT ]If folks at the NSA really want to get at your data, they probably can — but that doesn't mean you have to make it easy for them. A new service called MaskMe lets you create new logins, credit cards and phone numbers that act as proxies for your own. If they get compromised, just erase them.

Royal baby scams online could lead to royal headaches[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 20:11:46 GMT ]Whenever there's a big news story, scammers and cyberthieves are quick to take advantage of Internet users' curiosity in order to plant malware on their computers and steal sensitive personal information.

Over 60 percent of all devices talk to Google every day: Study[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 21:29:38 GMT ]It's no secret that Google casts quite a shadow on the Internet, but the numbers from a new study may surprise even the most bullish of analysts.

DARPA's 'Hydra' would be an undersea drone carrier[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 00:55:47 GMT ]Unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, are in the news constantly, but what about unmanned underwater vehicles? They could also be important in both war and peace, which is why the Defense Department's research arm, DARPA, is looking into a mobile submarine base from which to launch drones.

Nokia Lumia 1020 shootout versus Galaxy S4, iPhone 5[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 04:01:00 GMT ]Can the Lumia 1020's 41-megapixel sensor and PureView processing make it the top smartphone camera? So far, so good. [Read more]

LG ships record 12 million smartphones during Q2[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 05:51:13 GMT ]South Korea electronics company reports $13.6 billion in revenue, a 10 percent increase year-over-year, on strong sales in its mobile, entertainment, and home appliance units. [Read more]

Why Sprint is taking its sweet time with 4G LTE[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 07:01:00 GMT ]The partial rollout of LTE in New York is emblematic of the issues Sprint has had with its deployment. CNET gets behind the delay. [Read more]

Sprint finally brings 4G LTE to New York -- sort of[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 07:01:00 GMT ]Brooklyn and Bronx residents officially have 4G LTE, but the rest of New York is still left hanging. [Read more]

Feds demanded Web companies' master encryption keys[ Wed, 24 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Whether the FBI or National Security Agency has legal authority to obtain master keys companies use for Web encryption remains an open question, but it hasn't stopped the U.S. government from trying. [Read more]

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

UK wants to restrict access to porn[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:22:37 EDT ]Saying that "the darkest corners of the Internet" pose a real threat to children, British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday rolled out a plan that would, by default, block pornography on most computers, smartphones and tablets.

Should Facebook offer ad-free version?[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 16:06:00 EDT ]Twitter co-founder Biz Stone has been using Facebook quite a bit lately, and he has some friendly advice for the company, from one social network to another.

World chuckles about #RoyalBaby[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 11:29:49 EDT ]It's a boy! And an Internet punchline!

Google handles 25% of North America's Web traffic[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 11:37:20 EDT ]Everyone knows Google is big. But the truth is that it's huge. On an average day, Google accounts for about 25 percent of all consumer internet traffic running through North American ISPs.

Want the first big-screen OLED TV in US? It's yours for $14,999[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:57:39 GMT ]Richfield, Minn. - LG has finally begun selling the first 55-in. OLED HDTV in the U.S., a year and a half since it first showed off the stunning TV. Monday's announcement confirms that Best Buy will be the exclusive dealer at launch, and the price the LG OLED model 55EA9800 will be $14,999.

UK seeks automatic blocks on online porn[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 19:26:22 GMT ]Internet service providers in Britain will be asked to automatically block access to pornography sites unless customers opt in, Prime Minister David Cameron announced Monday.Cameron announced the move as part of measures to stop extreme sexual images he said were "corroding childhood.

Speed enforced by (armed) drones? Nope — artist installs fake traffic signs[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 19:37:59 GMT ]California commuters may have been alarmed last week by highway signs that warned them that they were being watched by missile-equipped drones. But the signs were fake, installed by an artist from Napa, and have quickly been taken down by the California Highway Patrol.

Drawing app corrects errant strokes - but leaves your style intact[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 23:27:46 GMT ]Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have put together an iOS app, DrawAFriend, where what you draw is subtly corrected in real time, making your art better, yet still your own. It's free to try, and the more people who use it, the better it gets.

Leap Motion's 'Minority Report'-esque controller ships to first buyers[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 00:39:31 GMT ]The Leap Motion Controller, which tracks users' hands with great precision and allows for gesture controls like those made famous in the movie "Minority Report," is arriving this week on the doorsteps of those who pre-ordered it.

Eolas' 'Interactive Web' patents invalid, appeals court affirms[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 04:50:50 GMT ]The patents were used to extract hundreds of millions from tech companies online video streaming and search results suggestions. [Read more]

AT&T uses small cells to improve service in Disney parks[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 07:01:00 GMT ]AT&T will soon show off how small cell technology can improve network capacity and coverage in Walt Disney theme parks. [Read more]

Web site advertising is a buzz kill -- report[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 09:42:09 GMT ]Satisfaction rankings for search engines, social networks, and news sites drop almost 4 percent from last year, says the American Customer Satisfaction Index. [Read more]

Aboard America's Doomsday command and control plane[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]If the U.S. fights a nuclear war, top military brass could run it from aboard the National Airborne Operations Center. CNET Road Trip 2013 went on board one of the militarized 747s. [Read more]

Best Buy to revive $200 iPad trade-in promotion[ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 12:01:43 GMT ]Consumers who trade in a working iPad 2 or third-generation iPad would get a $200 gift card, according to 9to5Mac. [Read more]

Your cell phone: Easy to hack[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:23:45 EDT ]Hacking a cell phone is surprisingly easy. CNN's Laurie Segall shows how it can happen to you.

Author: Think twice about the Internet[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:22:53 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

UK wants to restrict access to porn[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 14:22:37 EDT ]Saying that "the darkest corners of the Internet" pose a real threat to children, British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday rolled out a plan that would, by default, block pornography on most computers, smartphones and tablets.

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

UK wants to restrict access to online porn[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 12:19:21 EDT ]Saying that "the darkest corners of the Internet" pose a real threat to children, British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday rolled out a plan that would, by default, block pornography on most computers, smartphones and tablets.

Motorola to show off Moto X on Aug. 1[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 21:18:16 GMT ]Motorola will show off the highly anticipated Moto X smartphone on Aug. 1 in New York City.Motorola has teased that the new device will be "designed by you," and so expectations are that it will be highly user-customizable.

George W. Bush, Gypsies, and Jesus: Wikipedia's most controversial articles[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 22:13:27 GMT ]George W. Bush and pro wrestling may be the most controversial topics on Wikipedia when it comes to English-language entries, but you won't find them causing a stir in Czechoslovakia or Germany, where instead, Psychotronics and Homeopathy are hotly contested.

Score! Professional video gamers awarded athletic visas[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:36:17 GMT ]The burgeoning world of professional video gaming known as electronic sports (eSports) scored a big win this week when Riot Games, creators of the popular online competitive game "League of Legends," announced that it had successfully lobbied the U.S.

UN group to issue warning about mobile phone hacking[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 02:38:31 GMT ]BOSTON — A U.N. group that advises nations on cybersecurity plans to send out an alert about significant vulnerabilities in mobile phone technology that could let hackers attack at least half a billion phones.

Britain's Cameron toughens his stance against online porn searches[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 03:01:00 GMT ]LONDON — British Prime Minister David Cameron challenged the Internet search engine providers Google, Yahoo and Bing on Sunday to block images of child abuse, calling for more action against online pornography.

Images of alleged Motorola Moto X specs, benchmarks leak[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 04:35:22 GMT ]New flagship smartphone will have a 4.5-inch screen and be powered by a dual-core Qualcomm S4 Pro processor, according to images published by Android Police. [Read more]

Apple reportedly tinkering with larger screens for iPhone, iPad[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 05:09:56 GMT ]Apple has been testing iPad screens in recent months that measure almost 13 inches diagonally, The Wall Street Journal reports. [Read more]

B-2s, B-52s, and the plane that ended World War II[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Visitors to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, can come face to face with the best collection of military aircraft in the world. CNET Road Trip 2013 checked it out. [Read more]

For Apple's earnings, it's all eyes on the iPhone[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]The company will report its fiscal third-quarter results Tuesday, and Wall Street will be looking at the iPhone for a bright spot. [Read more]

Furby Boom: it's back, and making offspring on your tablet[ Mon, 22 Jul 2013 11:45:00 GMT ]Hasbro's newly announced follow-up to last year's Furby reboot gets even stranger than before: breeding new Furbies, earning Furbucks...and making poop. [Read more]

Here comes the Moto X phone [ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 17:26:55 EDT ]Here comes the Moto X. If you haven't heard about it already, you will.

'Smart' streetlamps light up when you're near[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:35:12 EDT ]Imagine if a street lamp knew you were coming. It could announce your arrival from a distance. If you were on a date, it could help set the mood. It could ring in the new year with dazzling effects, change color at will, even announce days in advance when its bulb was set to blow.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 09:49:34 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:12:46 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Apple software update to fix new MacBook Air's Wi-Fi and Photoshop bugs[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 15:00:16 GMT ]Is your shiny new MacBook Air occasionally losing Wi-Fi connectivity for no apparent reason? Is its screen flickering when you use Adobe's Photoshop software? Then you'll be particularly happy about a software update issued by Apple.

NJ cops can't track cellphones without warrant, court rules[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:43:39 GMT ]Police in New Jersey will soon have to get warrants if they want to track suspects using cellphone data, the state's Supreme Court ruled in a decision that affords citizens here more privacy protections than they enjoy under federal law.

Motorola to show off Moto X on Aug. 1[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 21:18:16 GMT ]Motorola will show off the highly anticipated Moto X smartphone on Aug. 1 in New York City.Motorola has teased that the new device will be "designed by you," and so expectations are that it will be highly user-customizable.

George W. Bush, Gypsies, and Jesus: Wikipedia's most controversial articles[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 22:13:27 GMT ]George W. Bush and pro wrestling may be the most controversial topics on Wikipedia when it comes to English-language entries, but you won't find them causing a stir in Czechoslovakia or Germany, where instead, Psychotronics and Homeopathy are hotly contested.

Score! Professional video gamers awarded athletic visas[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:36:17 GMT ]The burgeoning world of professional video gaming known as electronic sports (eSports) scored a big win this week when Riot Games, creators of the popular online competitive game "League of Legends," announced that it had successfully lobbied the U.S.

Amid Apple developer site outage, users report unauthorized password resets[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 21:41:20 GMT ]Apple's developer site has been down for two days. Some have received password reset e-mails that appear to be sent by Apple but were not authorized -- suggesting foul play. [Read more]

With 'The Sandman: Overture,' the book that launched a business returns[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 22:15:00 GMT ]"The Sandman" became a phenomenon at the end of the 1980s as it singlehandedly catapulted the graphic novel into the spotlight. 25 years later, author Neil Gaiman talks up its prequel at Comic-Con. [Read more]

Steel yourselves, movie fanboys, for Superman/Batman[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:41:28 GMT ]Perhaps the ultimate superhero buddy movie will be coming to theaters in the next few years, as Warner Brothers announces plans for a Superman/Batman flick. [Read more]

Apple refunds dad $6,000 iPad bill racked up by 8-year-old[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 23:54:35 GMT ]Incredibly, there are still some 8-year-olds who don't know that in-game purchases involve real money. As Lily Neale's aerospace designer dad discovers when his bank account is frozen. [Read more]

Great tech-spectations: What's next in tech for 2013[ Sun, 21 Jul 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]A boring summer for tech is about to get a lot more exciting. Here's what to expect. [Read more]

Here comes the Moto X phone [ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 17:26:55 EDT ]Here comes the Moto X. If you haven't heard about it already, you will.

'Smart' streetlamps light up when you're near[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:35:12 EDT ]Imagine if a street lamp knew you were coming. It could announce your arrival from a distance. If you were on a date, it could help set the mood. It could ring in the new year with dazzling effects, change color at will, even announce days in advance when its bulb was set to blow.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 09:49:34 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:12:46 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Apple software update to fix new MacBook Air's Wi-Fi and Photoshop bugs[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 15:00:16 GMT ]Is your shiny new MacBook Air occasionally losing Wi-Fi connectivity for no apparent reason? Is its screen flickering when you use Adobe's Photoshop software? Then you'll be particularly happy about a software update issued by Apple.

NJ cops can't track cellphones without warrant, court rules[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:43:39 GMT ]Police in New Jersey will soon have to get warrants if they want to track suspects using cellphone data, the state's Supreme Court ruled in a decision that affords citizens here more privacy protections than they enjoy under federal law.

Motorola to show off Moto X on Aug. 1[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 21:18:16 GMT ]Motorola will show off the highly anticipated Moto X smartphone on Aug. 1 in New York City.Motorola has teased that the new device will be "designed by you," and so expectations are that it will be highly user-customizable.

George W. Bush, Gypsies, and Jesus: Wikipedia's most controversial articles[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 22:13:27 GMT ]George W. Bush and pro wrestling may be the most controversial topics on Wikipedia when it comes to English-language entries, but you won't find them causing a stir in Czechoslovakia or Germany, where instead, Psychotronics and Homeopathy are hotly contested.

Score! Professional video gamers awarded athletic visas[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:36:17 GMT ]The burgeoning world of professional video gaming known as electronic sports (eSports) scored a big win this week when Riot Games, creators of the popular online competitive game "League of Legends," announced that it had successfully lobbied the U.S.

Twitter creator finally learns Facebook, suggests monthly fee[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:08:26 GMT ]Biz Stone thinks he has a brilliant idea for Facebook that could help the social network bring in $1 billion in revenue per month. [Read more]

Scout adds crowdsourced incident reporting to nav apps[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:20:30 GMT ]The latest update to this navigation app helps users find fun things to do, share those things with friends, and avoid traffic along the way. [Read more]

Q&A: MacFixIt Answers[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 23:50:12 GMT ]Options for installing OS X freshly when purchasing a new version of OS X from the App Store, and more covered in this week's Q&A. [Read more]

That blows! Sand dunes move in on famed 'Star Wars' set[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 01:11:09 GMT ]Scientists report that Anakin Skywalker's hometown is under attack -- not by Tusken Raiders but by the desert itself. [Read more]

Bosch self-driving car spotted in California[ Sat, 20 Jul 2013 01:29:54 GMT ]CNET catches a car equipped with a sensor array and sporting a Bosch sign on its door roving the streets of Palo Alto, near a Bosch research office. [Read more]

Here comes the Moto X phone [ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 17:26:55 EDT ]Here comes the Moto X. If you haven't heard about it already, you will.

'Smart' streetlamps light up when you're near[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:35:12 EDT ]Imagine if a street lamp knew you were coming. It could announce your arrival from a distance. If you were on a date, it could help set the mood. It could ring in the new year with dazzling effects, change color at will, even announce days in advance when its bulb was set to blow.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 09:49:34 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

Author: Think twice about 'the Internet'[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:12:46 EDT ]It's not the Internet to Evgeny Morozov. It's "the Internet" -- with quotation marks. The author is trying to make us think about the impact of technology.

Tumblr: Porn blogs can stay, but they'll be mostly hidden[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 20:18:03 GMT ]Since the moment it was announced that Yahoo would acquire Tumblr, people have been asking "But what will happen to the porn?" Naughty question, sure, but we finally know the answer.

Meet creators of real-life superpowers Friday in White House video chat[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 22:25:53 GMT ]The White House will be celebrating San Diego's Comic-Con this week with its own nod to real-life superpowers, such as invisibility and super-strength with a Google+ hangout Friday featuring several leading scientists and engineers.

Nasdaq forum site hacked, passwords compromised[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 23:04:34 GMT ]NEW YORK — Cybercriminals targeted Nasdaq OMX Group's community forum website and gained access to the email usernames and passwords of the members of the site, which took two days to come back online on Thursday evening.

Use the filter, Luke: 'Star Wars' posted to Instagram in 15-second clips[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 23:48:44 GMT ]It's one of those bizarre Internet culture triumphs that is completely random yet somehow ingenious: An Instagram user began posting the original "Star Wars" in 15-second clips, nearly finishing the movie before his account was closed.

'Halo: Spartan Assault' adorable, but in a good way[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:10:46 GMT ]"We're going to study the historical battles in hopes of increasing your tactical skills for the future," an AI tells you in a brief video opening to "Halo: Spartan Assault." "As a bonus," the AI continues, "it's a pretty fun game you can play in your spare time.

Vying for Sprint, Softbank said to bid $8.5B for Universal Music[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 05:40:19 GMT ]Vivendi, which owns the world's largest music group, rejected the offer despite its $2 billion premium, the Financial Times reports. [Read more]

LG reportedly says 'no 2014 delay' on iPad Mini Retina[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 06:05:36 GMT ]LG Display now seems to be saying that a 2013 iPad Mini Retina is a possibility. That contradicts what analysts have been saying. [Read more]

Which device early upgrade option offers the best value?[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMT ]In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon takes an in depth look at AT&T's, T-Mobile's and Verizon Wireless's new early upgrade programs to tell you which one offers the most bang for the buck. [Read more]

Crave giveaway: 'Tron'-inspired Tokyo Flash Kisai Seven watch[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMT ]Walk into a room sporting this futuristic-looking glowing LED timepiece from Tokyo Flash, and all geeky eyes will surely be upon you. [Read more]

Freebie Friday: A strategy game and a video converter[ Fri, 19 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Money? You don't need no stinkin' money to get today's deals. And the game is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux! [Read more]

Elon Musk's dream: NY to LA in 45 minutes[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:55:15 EDT ]Elon Musk wants to revolutionize transportation. Again.

Here comes the Moto X phone [ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 17:26:55 EDT ]Here comes the Moto X. If you haven't heard about it already, you will.

OK, everybody, wave at Saturn![ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:56:14 EDT ]On Friday, the Cassini-Huygens spacecraft will take pictures of Saturn. Included in tiny portion: Earth.

'Smart' streetlamps light up when you're near[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:35:12 EDT ]Imagine if a street lamp knew you were coming. It could announce your arrival from a distance. If you were on a date, it could help set the mood. It could ring in the new year with dazzling effects, change color at will, even announce days in advance when its bulb was set to blow.

Hit, or hype? Here comes the Moto X [ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 18:11:42 EDT ]Here comes the Moto X. If you haven't heard about it already, you will.

Kinect sign language [ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:48:10 GMT ]Allowing computers to understand and translate sign language has long been a goal of developers aiming to empower deaf or hard of hearing people. Microsoft's Kinect depth-sensing camera has allowed major strides in this area — as demonstrated by this Microsoft Research project.

Kinect-powered software translates sign language[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:53:38 GMT ]Allowing computers to understand and translate sign language has long been a goal of developers aiming to empower deaf or hard of hearing people. Microsoft's Kinect depth-sensing camera has allowed major strides in this area — as demonstrated by this Microsoft Research project.

Playing 'Diablo 3' ona console is a different kind of hell[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 23:15:25 GMT ]For its legions of fans on the PC, Blizzard's epic demon-slaying video game "Diablo 3" is practically synonymous with hours upon hours of mouse clicking. Changing that up would be like trying to turn football into a touchscreen smartphone game: it doesn't really work.

Facebook mobile users up 20 percent in US and UK[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 23:43:19 GMT ]The number of users accessing Facebook via their mobile phones in June jumped around 20 percent in the United States and Britain, Facebook said Wednesday, touting its appeal for brands trying to reach consumers during the summer months.

Hands on with 'TheBureau: XCOM Declassified'[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 04:27:19 GMT ]When it comes to shooting at aliens with lasers, there are countless video games with gravelly-voiced protagonists and little green men.

Nokia sold 7.4m Lumia phones in Q2[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:05:39 GMT ]Nokia has released its most recent financial results for Q2 2013, revealing a loss of 115 million euros and up to 440 job cuts. [Read more]

Fashion tugs on Superman's cape at Comic-Con[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 10:27:17 GMT ]Where did Superman's red trunks go? Learn the answer to this and other super-questions on a San Diego Comic-Con Preview Night tour of Superman's suits over the years. [Read more]

Forget Comic-Con, superhero central is in Indiana[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Fans of Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, and the rest of the superhero universe should run, not walk, to the Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum in Elkhart, Ind. CNET's Road Trip 2013 did. [Read more]

Apple and the fear of flopping[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Apple has set itself up to flourish or founder in a hit driven business. For the last decade, the company has flourished, but a flop could quickly erode the company's stellar reputation. [Read more]

Verizon Q2: EPS of 78 cents, sales of $29.8B, 1M new retail connections[ Thu, 18 Jul 2013 11:39:16 GMT ]Verizon posted per-share earnings that slightly topped expectations, although revenue was a hair on the light side. [Read more]

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Can you be electrocuted by a phone?[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:44:10 EDT ]Could your smartphone really give you a lethal electric shock?

Oops! 10 more misquoted songs[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:53:46 EDT ]We enjoyed some chuckles last week over Spotify's list of its most misquoted songs. Looks like you did, too.

This is how you search Facebook[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:43:52 EDT ]CNN's Ralitsa Vassileva interviews Tom Stocky, director of product for Graph Search at Facebook.

Lawsuit by 19 groups seeks to halt NSA snooping[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 12:18:12 EDT ]A broad coalition of groups supporting everything from religion, drugs, and digital rights to guns and the environment sued the National Security Agency today, demanding a federal judge immediately halt what they are calling an "unconstitutional program of dragnet electronic surveillance" stemming from the government's vast collection of Americans' phone-calling data.

Devoted customers may post (fake) negative reviews ... because they care too much[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 21:43:28 GMT ]

Google's new Maps Web app now available to all[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 00:08:00 GMT ]The improvements to Google Maps that the company demonstrated at its I/O conference in June have left the preview stage and are now available for everyone to use.

Teachers says plagiarism, informality are byproducts of digital influence on writing [ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 00:24:43 GMT ]

Teachers say plagiarism, informality are byproducts of digital influence on writing [ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 00:41:05 GMT ]

New location-based ads hit Foursquare[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 01:03:15 GMT ]Users of check-in app Foursquare may be slightly annoyed to hear that the app, largely ad-free, has been augmented with a new, more visible type of ad in the latest update.

iPhone 6 and Samsung: Not much in common[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 04:28:30 GMT ]Samsung is looking to boost its chip business for low-cost phones as Apple switches to other manufacturers for its processors. [Read more]

Apple delaying iPhone 5S due to switch in screen size?[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 06:45:21 GMT ]Apple is rumored to be delaying release of the iPhone 5S due to a screen-size specification change. [Read more]

Blink leaders reject animated WebP images in Chrome, for now[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 06:53:15 GMT ]The leaders of Google's browser engine project conclude they won't support the animated version of Google's own new image format until performance concerns are resolved. [Read more]

GlassUp takes on Google Glass and Google legal[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]GlassUp doesn't have the features of the more expensive Google Glass, but it could be a worthy alternative, even if the startup can't use the word "Glass" as Google's lawyers have requested. [Read more]

iPhone shipments hit at least 29 million last quarter, says analyst[ Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:59:28 GMT ]The forecast from Morgan Stanley's Katy Huberty tops the Wall Street consensus of just 26.5 million. [Read more]

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Can you be electrocuted by a phone?[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:44:10 EDT ]Could your smartphone really give you a lethal electric shock?

Oops! 10 more misquoted songs[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:53:46 EDT ]We enjoyed some chuckles last week over Spotify's list of its most misquoted songs. Looks like you did, too.

This is how you search Facebook[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 17:43:52 EDT ]CNN's Ralitsa Vassileva interviews Tom Stocky, director of product for Graph Search at Facebook.

How much better can smartphone cameras get?[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 13:53:32 EDT ]Smartphone competition isn't just about choosing the biggest screen, fastest processor or sleekest operating system. As phones continue to replace point-and-shoot cameras, a new battleground for smartphone manufacturers is camera quality.

Dropbox used by Chinese hackers to spread malware[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 19:46:00 GMT ]

NES at 30: Why Mario still makes a difference[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 21:37:25 GMT ]The Nintendo Entertainment System may seem like a relic in an era of consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One, but it helped define those systems and the games on them in more ways than one.

As NES turns 30, movie to document hunt for all 700 games [ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 22:10:48 GMT ]The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) turned 30 Monday, an anniversary of one of the most iconic and beloved video game consoles ever.

Robotic boats have mind of their own on water[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 22:10:49 GMT ]

Return of Microsoft Bob? Bill Gates sees new chance for personal agents[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 22:55:12 GMT ]

61 percent of Americans say they'll work during vacations[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 04:45:00 GMT ]Thanks to the infinite reach of technology, a majority of Americans resignedly accept they are a sad cog in capitalism's big wheel. At least according to TeamViewer's annual study. [Read more]

iPad Mini branching out?[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 05:55:00 GMT ]A series of rumors may indicate an expanding lineup of iPad Minis. [Read more]

Microsoft beware: Google Chromebooks could surge[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 06:22:01 GMT ]Chromebook shipments could spike in the second half of the year. That's not good news for Microsoft, which is seeing falling laptop deliveries. [Read more]

The repair yard where Lionel's trains get rolling again[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]In northeastern Ohio, inside a non-descript building, a team of technicians fixes thousands of the most beloved model trains in the world. CNET Road Trip stopped by to see the magic. [Read more]

Get a loaded Dell desktop for $699.99[ Tue, 16 Jul 2013 11:46:05 GMT ]The Core i7-powered XPS 8500 offers plenty of muscle for hardcore gamers and graphics professionals. [Read more]

The writer who made Twitter cry[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:50 EDT ]Richard Deitsch was perusing Twitter when one photo made him stop. At first glance it's unremarkable, not much different from any other victory photo. It's a bit grainy and shows three young men smiling and hugging.

How to make killer short videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 13:24:46 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Spotify's 10 most misquoted songs[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:11:06 EDT ]There's no bathroom on the right, and Jimi Hendrix never asked to be excused so he could kiss a dude. And, no, no matter how blinded by the light you may have been, you weren't wrapped up like ... a feminine hygiene product.

Can you be really electrocuted by your phone?[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 16:54:51 EDT ]Could your smartphone really give you a lethal electric shock?

Court to hear arguments in net neutrality case[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:10:01 GMT ]WASHINGTON — The federal appeals court in Washington on Tuesday set Sept.

Facebook leaves phone numbers visible to all, but boots user who scraped them[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:10:03 GMT ]A mobile app developer in pursuit of a thief found his suspect, but his dragnet also easily gathered 2.5 million Facebook user phone numbers that were plainly visible to the public.

Barnes & Noble to stop making most of its own Nook tablets[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:10:03 GMT ]Barnes & Noble will stop manufacturing its own Nook tablets, marking the end of its expensive attempt to compete alone with deep-pocketed rivals Amazon.com, Apple and Google in the tablet wars.

'Octodad' makes you feel ok about messing up[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:10:04 GMT ]

Pigeon-headed pranksters flock to Google's Street View camera[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:10:04 GMT ]A flock of human pigeons crowded the path of a Street View camera while Google was indexing Western Tokyo, generating a hilarious and lasting image.

Restaurant fires workers by text[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 18:30:00 GMT ]The owner of Barducci's in Florida seems to think it's just fine to tell around a dozen workers that they no longer have a job. One calls it "cowardice." Is it? [Read more]

Apple reportedly 'aggressively' hiring talent for iWatch project[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 20:18:29 GMT ]The gadget maker may have brought in new employees to tackle design issues, sources tell The Financial Times. [Read more]

Snowden reportedly has 'blueprint' on how NSA operates[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 04:01:33 GMT ]Former NSA contractor has a virtual "instruction manual" that could aid in duplication or evasion of NSA surveillance tactics, The Guardian's Glenn Greenwald tells the Associated Press. [Read more]

Apple reportedly signs Samsung for next-gen iPhone chips[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 05:03:19 GMT ]South Korean electronics giant will supply Apple with A9 chips based on a 14-nanometer process that will be used in a future iPhone, the Korea Economic Daily reports. [Read more]

Restoration of famed WWII bomber Memphis Belle flies high[ Mon, 15 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]It defied the Nazis and became the first World War II bomber to complete 25 combat missions and return home. CNET Road Trip 2013 checked out how it's being restored to its original glory. [Read more]

The writer who made Twitter cry[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:50 EDT ]Richard Deitsch was perusing Twitter when one photo made him stop. At first glance it's unremarkable, not much different from any other victory photo. It's a bit grainy and shows three young men smiling and hugging.

How to make killer short videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 13:24:46 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Spotify's 10 most misquoted songs[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:11:06 EDT ]There's no bathroom on the right, and Jimi Hendrix never asked to be excused so he could kiss a dude. And, no, no matter how blinded by the light you may have been, you weren't wrapped up like ... a feminine hygiene product.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is released[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 12:29:57 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Knight in steely armor: Atlas the robot to train in rescue[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 18:10:01 GMT ]

Another state bans Google Glass from casinos[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 21:06:52 GMT ]Delaware has joined several other states in banning Google Glass at its casinos.

PlayStation 4, Xbox One pre-orders sold out at most major retailers[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 22:03:47 GMT ]If you're eager to be one of the first gamers to get your hands on the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One but haven't pre-ordered either console yet, you might be in for a rude awakening.

Can Big Data solve the mystery of suicide? [ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 08:12:25 GMT ]Everywhere on the Internet, we're trailed by bots that inspect our searches and social chatter, attempting to predict what we're going to buy, watch or who we might date next.

Space for all: Small, cheap satellites may one day do your bidding[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 09:16:18 GMT ]

The Week in Pictures: Megapixels and melting glaciers[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 21:25:20 GMT ]The 41-megapixel Nokia Lumia 1020 sets smartphone cameras free, a human-powered helicoptor flies, and a satellite image gives a new look at the melting Pine Island Glacier. Plus: Robotic humans and spiders. [Read more]

Globalfoundries' $6 billion New York chip plant waits for Apple[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 22:16:53 GMT ]Apple could turn upstate New York into a global chipmaking hot spot if its rumored discussions with Globalfoundries bear fruit. [Read more]

Aliens poked NBA star's nose (at least that's what he says)[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 23:05:57 GMT ]Former Warriors star Baron Davis believes he had an encounter with aliens just two weeks ago. How could this be? [Read more]

Google Play appears to confuse Mickey Mouse with gay erotica[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 00:25:04 GMT ]If you search for "Where's My Mickey" on Google Play, you get a fine selection of ads for books that are less than mousey. [Read more]

Hello, tomorrow: Smart tech and accidental espionage[ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]From Google Glass to Kinect to the Goji smart lock, good luck avoiding a new generation of tech products that capture you on the go and at home. [Read more]

The writer who made Twitter cry[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:50 EDT ]Richard Deitsch was perusing Twitter when one photo made him stop. At first glance it's unremarkable, not much different from any other victory photo. It's a bit grainy and shows three young men smiling and hugging.

How to make killer short videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 13:24:46 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Spotify's 10 most misquoted songs[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:11:06 EDT ]There's no bathroom on the right, and Jimi Hendrix never asked to be excused so he could kiss a dude. And, no, no matter how blinded by the light you may have been, you weren't wrapped up like ... a feminine hygiene product.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is released[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 12:29:57 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Pewpewpew...click? Guns jam if you play this shooter on a jailbroken iPhone[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 14:31:54 GMT ]

Knight in steely armor: Atlas the robot to train in rescue[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 18:10:01 GMT ]

Another state bans Google Glass from casinos[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 21:06:52 GMT ]Delaware has joined several other states in banning Google Glass at its casinos.

PlayStation 4, Xbox One pre-orders sold out at most major retailers[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 22:03:47 GMT ]If you're eager to be one of the first gamers to get your hands on the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One but haven't pre-ordered either console yet, you might be in for a rude awakening.

Can Big Data solve the mystery of suicide? [ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 08:12:25 GMT ]Everywhere on the Internet, we're trailed by bots that inspect our searches and social chatter, attempting to predict what we're going to buy, watch or who we might date next.

Scientists outsmart dangerous bacteria using infrared light[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 00:03:25 GMT ]Researchers in Vienna have developed a technique to quickly distinguish between strains of staph infection bacteria that can cause chronic infections and those that cannot. [Read more]

Apple talking to Globalfoundries about U.S.-based chipmaking, says report[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 01:23:42 GMT ]If Apple owned capacity at a fab, it would give the company the kind of control over both design and chip manufacturing that Intel has. [Read more]

Should I ditch Android for Nokia's Lumia 1020?[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMT ]In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon answers a reader who wants to know if he should consider dumping Android for the super-duper camera on the Nokia Lumia 1020. [Read more]

Goodyear bids goodbye to blimps, says hello to zeppelins[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]The tire giant is building its next generation of Goodyear blimps -- but the new airships won't technically be blimps at all. CNET Road Trip 2013 discovers the secrets behind Goodyear's new fleet. [Read more]

Apple and Samsung set to continue their duopoly in 2014[ Sat, 13 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]For the foreseeable future, it appears that Apple and Samsung will continue to carve up the majority of profit and a growing portion of sales of devices. [Read more]

The writer who made Twitter cry[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:50 EDT ]Richard Deitsch was perusing Twitter when one photo made him stop. At first glance it's unremarkable, not much different from any other victory photo. It's a bit grainy and shows three young men smiling and hugging.

How to make killer short videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 13:24:46 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is freed[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 17:31:40 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Spotify's 10 most misquoted songs[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:11:06 EDT ]There's no bathroom on the right, and Jimi Hendrix never asked to be excused so he could kiss a dude. And, no, no matter how blinded by the light you may have been, you weren't wrapped up like ... a feminine hygiene product.

Teen jailed for Facebook 'joke' is released[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 12:29:57 EDT ]The Texas teen facing a felony terrorism charge over an alleged threat on Facebook has been released on bail after an anonymous donor posted a $500,000 bond.

Google's Moto X coming to all carriers — with a $500M ad budget[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 18:22:52 GMT ]Google is staging a massive comeback for the once-mighty Motorola, with rumors putting the flagship Moto X phone on every major carrier in the US.

After two historic carrier landings, Navy's X-47B drone scrubs a third[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 19:30:44 GMT ]The third time was a miss.

Microsoft let NSA bypass encryption on mail, chats and cloud storage, says Guardian[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 21:31:19 GMT ]

Gap widens betweenXbox One and PlayStation 4's cloud gaming features[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 22:59:07 GMT ]

Human-powered helicopter takes prize with record-breaking flight[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 00:40:43 GMT ]A Kickstarter-backed project has succeeded in flying a human-powered helicopter for a full minute, setting records and taking home the $250,000 prize from a decades-old challenge.

Debate sparked about benchmark for Intel, ARM chips[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 05:33:38 GMT ]An analyst raises questions about a benchmark for the Intel and ARM chips that go into smartphones. [Read more]

Mozilla fleshes out Firefox OS simulator features[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 05:50:29 GMT ]The nonprofit organization is trying to give programmers better tools for writing Web apps for its mobile operating system. [Read more]

Crave giveaway: Swann Bolt HD wearable action camera[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 07:00:00 GMT ]Shoot hands-free video of your summer shenanigans with this week's prize, a high-definition mini action cam that shoots 1080p footage and 12-megapixel stills. [Read more]

Dislike Adobe subscriptions? Xara updated its design suite[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:25:27 GMT ]Xara Designer Pro X9, which bundles the company's tools for image editing, illustration, Web design, and layout, now is available, and customers don't need a subscription. [Read more]

Steve Ballmer remakes Microsoft one more time[ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Maybe the new organizational structure will better the odds of achieving breakthroughs, but it will take all the CEO's willpower, tenacity, smarts and positive energy to keep the ship aloft as the company redefines itself. [Read more]

Are social discovery apps too creepy?[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:03:19 EDT ]The premise of social discovery seems simple: Uncover the people and events around you, in real time, based on user interests and/or locations. But many worry today's social apps define privacy in very different and sometimes concerning terms.

New Facebook search now available[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 08:39:51 EDT ]Facebook's Graph Search, which lets people more efficiently dig through the massive social network for people, places and other content, is now available on all English versions of the website in the U.S.

How to make killer short videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 13:24:46 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Five apps that drove App Store's success[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 06:53:09 EDT ]"App" has been a computing term for a lot longer than five years. But, on July 10, 2008, it began its journey to becoming a household word.

How to make killer Vine and Instagram videos[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:42:04 EDT ]In many ways, shooting a engaging short video for Instagram or Twitter's Vine is harder than making a longer video.

Global PC market shrank 11 percent in second quarter[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 22:47:30 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — Global shipments of personal computers slumped 10.

Google Maps for mobile gets new look, new navigation tools[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 23:09:24 GMT ]A new version of Google's Maps app is hitting Android devices around the world, bringing with it an updated interface and a few handy new features.

Nanoparticles could power 'electronic skin' in the future[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 00:37:20 GMT ]A new development in nanotechnology may enable "electronic skin" for robots and prosthetic limbs, offering sensitivity not just to pressure, but to humidity and temperature — and it's even flexible.

Tired of helping CIA? Quit Facebook, Venezuela minister urges[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:44:21 GMT ]CARACAS — A Venezuelan government minister on Wednesday urged citizens to shut Facebook accounts to avoid being unwitting informants for the U.S.

Want to love a robot? Let it nurture you, not the other way around[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:18:11 GMT ]

LaCie's NAS OS 3.1 adds speed, cloud features, and more[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 10:00:00 GMT ]LaCie announces the availability of NAS OS 3.1, offering 25 percent speed improvements, hybrid cloud services, and more professional features for its existing NAS servers. [Read more]

T-Mobile's Jump aims to get a rise out of wireless rivals[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]CEO John Legere says he wants to shake up a "stupid, broken, and arrogant industry." That kind of radical sentiment may win him some new fans. [Read more]

Nokia's 41-megapixel Lumia 1020 sees details leaked early[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:25:18 GMT ]The device will reportedly come with a 4.5-inch display, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage when it's unveiled later today. [Read more]

Google scrambles to restore offline Google Maps storage[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:53:41 GMT ]It's handy to cache maps when you know you'll be headed into an area with bad network coverage. Google has tweaked its new Google Maps for Android app to make the feature easier to use. [Read more]

Microsoft offers new hints on Surface, Skype, Windows Phone[ Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:55:11 GMT ]Redmond is calling its fiscal 2014 its biggest year of innovation ever. Here's the slide that shows why. [Read more]

Are social discovery apps too creepy?[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:03:19 EDT ]The premise of social discovery seems simple: Uncover the people and events around you, in real time, based on user interests and/or locations. But many worry today's social apps define privacy in very different and sometimes concerning terms.

Top iPhone, iPad apps now free[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:01:05 EDT ]Popular apps for the iPhone and iPad, some of which usually go for up to $20, were being offered for free in Apple's online App Store on Monday, possibly in conjunction with the store's fifth anniversary.

New Facebook search now available[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 08:39:51 EDT ]Facebook's Graph Search, which lets people more efficiently dig through the massive social network for people, places and other content, is now available on all English versions of the website in the U.S.

Five apps that drove App Store's success[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 14:20:12 EDT ]"App" has been a computing term for a lot longer than five years. But, on July 10, 2008, it began its journey to becoming a household word.

Five apps that drove the App Store's success[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 14:15:57 EDT ]"App" has been a computing term for a lot longer than five years. But, on July 10, 2008, it began its journey to becoming a household word.

Debt collection firm to pay largest-ever FTC penalty for allegedly harassing consumers[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 19:10:56 GMT ]Massive debt collection firm Expert Global Solutions has agreed to pay a $3.

IRS exposed Social Security numbers of tens of thousands of political donors[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 19:44:46 GMT ]

Escape from New York: NYPD studies gas attack evacuation routes[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 20:34:34 GMT ]The summer heat has some pretty fruity odors wafting out of the New York City subway, but today, there are a few new gases in town.

Snake-bot slithers through nuclear power plant in mobility test[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 22:08:08 GMT ]Snake-like robots are hardy, maneuverable and perfect for trips into extremely cramped hazardous environments. Take, for instance, a nuclear power plant on the verge of meltdown.

Microsoft says hackings linked to report by Google researcher[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 23:41:38 GMT ]

Before the battlefield: Making the Army's Abrams tank[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Since 1978, the Army has depended on this proven vehicle, a 70-ton tank with a 120mm gun. CNET's Daniel Terdiman went to Lima, Ohio on Road Trip 2013 to see how the combat vehicle is made. [Read more]

First dedicated Google Maps app comes to Android; iPad next[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 11:49:11 GMT ]The iPad app has been a long time coming, after Google offered up the iPhone version months ago. [Read more]

Samsung surpasses Apple in smartphone Web usage[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 11:52:06 GMT ]A study from StatCounter determines that Samsung devices outpaced Apple iPhones and iPod Touches in worldwide browsing in June. [Read more]

Windows 8 tablet outscores iPad in new Microsoft video spot[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 11:59:46 GMT ]The new baseball-themed ad pits the iPad's multitasking abilities against those of a Windows 8 tablet. Guess who wins? [Read more]

Acer intros a new gaming desktop, and updates one of our fave budget laptops[ Wed, 10 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT ]Intel's new CPUs come to a multimedia tower and a budget touchscreen laptop. [Read more]

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Are social discovery apps too creepy?[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:03:19 EDT ]The premise of social discovery seems simple: Uncover the people and events around you, in real time, based on user interests and/or locations. But many worry today's social apps define privacy in very different and sometimes concerning terms.

Top iPhone, iPad apps now free[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:01:05 EDT ]Popular apps for the iPhone and iPad, some of which usually go for up to $20, were being offered for free in Apple's online App Store on Monday, possibly in conjunction with the store's fifth anniversary.

New Facebook search now available[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 08:39:51 EDT ]Facebook's Graph Search, which lets people more efficiently dig through the massive social network for people, places and other content, is now available on all English versions of the website in the U.S.

Facebook's Graph Search available to all in U.S.[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 15:41:21 EDT ]Facebook's Graph Search, which lets people more efficiently dig through the massive social network for people, places and other content, is now available on all English versions of the website in the U.S.

'Drone It Yourself' turns (not quite) anything into a quadcopter[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 20:15:58 GMT ]If you want a drone but you feel all the existing options aren't quite your style, you may want to give a "Drone It Yourself" kit a try.

Take a peek at your email metadata ... before the feds do[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 21:32:44 GMT ]If this NSA data-snooping thing has you wondering about how much can be learned from your email metadata, there's an easy — and safe — way to find out.

Microsoft to issue fixes for six critical flaws[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 21:54:50 GMT ]This month's Patch Tuesday, the day on which Microsoft releases security updates, will be a bit of a doozy for Windows users.

Gangs' hidden social networks mapped by Army tool[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 00:06:45 GMT ]The internal organization of gangs is being laid bare by an Army-developed tool that uses arrests and other information to create a map of members and affiliations.

Gangs' pecking order revealed by Army software[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 01:02:06 GMT ]Remember those pegboards covered in photos and string that adorn the gang-busting headquarters of Hollywood (and real) cops?

Samsung breaks ground on futuristic Silicon Valley campus[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 01:24:45 GMT ]As the South Korean electronics manufacturer continues to grow, it's expanding operations in the U.S. This means a 1.1 million-square-foot modern campus with space for 2,000 employees. [Read more]

Microsoft will reportedly unveil major restructuring Thursday[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 02:13:29 GMT ]CEO Steve Ballmer expected to announce dramatic restructuring around services and hardware this week, sources tell AllThingsD [Read more]

Cyberattack on South Korea was part of 4-year spying campaign[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 03:33:14 GMT ]McAfee releases a report saying that the massive March attack on banks and TV stations was part of an extensive campaign to steal government and military secrets. [Read more]

NSA Senate oversight bill may handcuff U.S. companies[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Proposal that supposedly increases oversight of the National Security Agency instead could hinder companies trying to challenge warrantless demands for their confidential customer data. [Read more]

How the Wright brothers' 'flying machine' changed the world[ Tue, 09 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]The aviation industry started in Dayton, Ohio, and today, the city cherishes that history. CNET's Daniel Terdiman visited as part of Road Trip 2013. [Read more]

Don't get hacked on vacation[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:59:25 EDT ]Most of us want to stay connected on vacation. That can make travelers an easy target for hackers, says Karin Caifa.

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Are social discovery apps too creepy?[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:03:19 EDT ]The premise of social discovery seems simple: Uncover the people and events around you, in real time, based on user interests and/or locations. But many worry today's social apps define privacy in very different and sometimes concerning terms.

Top iPhone, iPad apps now free[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 14:27:34 EDT ]Popular apps for the iPhone and iPad, some of which usually go for up to $20, were being offered for free in Apple's online App Store on Monday, possibly in conjunction with the store's fifth anniversary.

Top iPhone, iPad apps now free in Apple store[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:31:00 EDT ]Popular apps for the iPhone and iPad, some of which usually go for up to $20, were being offered for free in Apple's online App Store on Monday, possibly in conjunction with the store's fifth anniversary.

The flight not taken: Facebook exec was almost on crashed plane[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 21:32:20 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane takes it slow on last leg of American odyssey[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:27:35 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane hits a snag on last leg of American odyssey[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:49:26 GMT ]The Swiss-made Solar Impulse airplane suffered some damage during its Washington-to-New York flight on Saturday, forcing a slightly early end to its coast-to-coast, solar-powered odyssey.

Solar Impulse plane ends American odyssey with fears, tears and cheers[ Sun, 07 Jul 2013 04:23:18 GMT ]The Swiss-built Solar Impulse airplane ended its two-month-long, solar-powered trip across America with a nail-biter of a flight from Washington to New York on Saturday.

After tweaks, Facebook unleashes 'Graph Search' on the world[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 03:20:10 GMT ]NEW YORK — Users who may have grown frustrated with Facebook's rudimentary search feature are getting an updated version designed to make it easier to find people, places and photos on the site.

App store in the driver's seat: Here comes your next car[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 07:01:00 GMT ]The automotive industry is getting in on the app craze with programs that can be downloaded directly to the car. CNET looks at the potential benefits -- and headaches -- of having an app store on wheels. [Read more]

Flickr users screech as new Yahoo menu bar arrives[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]A pale menu showing links to assorted Yahoo properties has arrived atop Flickr, angering those who'd rather see photos. But Yahoo says its approach means a "wider audience" sees Flickr. [Read more]

Restoring Frank Lloyd Wright's marvelous Robie House[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]More than a century old, the famed architect's Chicago masterpiece is undergoing an $11 million restoration. CNET's Daniel Terdiman checks out its return to glory as part of Road Trip 2013. [Read more]

Garmin HUD projects directions onto your windshield[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:01:00 GMT ]Elevating navigation data into the driver's line of sight, Garmin's first ever head-up display aims to reduce distraction and looks pretty cool. [Read more]

ABB wins contract for Dutch electric vehicle charging stations[ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:49:30 GMT ]The Swiss company will supply high-voltage chargers for Fastned's network of 200 fast-charging stations in the Netherlands. [Read more]

Anti-NSA protests on July 4[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:43 EDT ]Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs.

Could this table save lives?[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:58:51 EDT ]Two Israeli inventors have built a revolutionary earthquake-proof table -- an invention that could save the lives of school children around the world, especially those who live near geological fault lines or in developing countries

Don't get hacked on vacation[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:59:25 EDT ]Most of us want to stay connected on vacation. That can make travelers an easy target for hackers, says Karin Caifa.

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Raspberry Pi robot will make you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:26:13 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

July is prime TV-buying time — and these tips can help you beat the retailers[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 16:31:11 GMT ]July is a terrible time for TV makers and retailers, but that means it's a great time for anyone buying a TV, thanks to high inventories and low store traffic.

The flight not taken: Facebook exec was almost on crashed plane[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 21:32:20 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane takes it slow on last leg of American odyssey[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:27:35 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane hits a snag on last leg of American odyssey[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:49:26 GMT ]The Swiss-made Solar Impulse airplane suffered some damage during its Washington-to-New York flight on Saturday, forcing a slightly early end to its coast-to-coast, solar-powered odyssey.

Solar Impulse plane ends American odyssey with fears, tears and cheers[ Sun, 07 Jul 2013 04:23:18 GMT ]The Swiss-built Solar Impulse airplane ended its two-month-long, solar-powered trip across America with a nail-biter of a flight from Washington to New York on Saturday.

Facebook's Sandberg says she had planned to be aboard reportedly fatal flight[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 21:14:45 GMT ]Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg posts to the social network, saying she was originally planning on taking an Asiana Airlines flight from Seoul, South Korea, that wound up crashing at San Francisco's main airport. Two people have reportedly died as a result of the crash. [Read more]

Apple makes boffo battery life new killer tech spec[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:06:33 GMT ]All-day battery life has become the sine qua non of any new thin and light laptop worth its salt, thanks to Apple's newest MacBook Air. [Read more]

Leaning on a window? Hey, here's an ad pumped into your brain[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:15:16 GMT ]Broadcaster Sky Deutschland claims that it may soon pump ads directly into the brain of passengers who lean their heads on train windows. [Read more]

Kobe, Lakers, and Dwight Howard: Antisocial media[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 23:37:38 GMT ]The minute Dwight Howard decides to leave the Lakers for Houston, he is unfollowed on Twitter by Kobe Bryant. Then an Instagram account purporting to be that of the Lakers' Jodie Meeks posts a pic of Howard as a woman. [Read more]

Solar Impulse ends journey early due to rip in wing[ Sun, 07 Jul 2013 05:51:16 GMT ]A fabric rip causes the solar-powered plane to complete the last leg of its historic flight three hours earlier than scheduled. [Read more]

Anti-NSA protests on July 4[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:43 EDT ]Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs.

Could this table save lives?[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:58:51 EDT ]Two Israeli inventors have built a revolutionary earthquake-proof table -- an invention that could save the lives of school children around the world, especially those who live near geological fault lines or in developing countries

Don't get hacked on vacation[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:59:25 EDT ]Most of us want to stay connected on vacation. That can make travelers an easy target for hackers, says Karin Caifa.

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Raspberry Pi robot will make you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:26:13 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Jay-Z's 100th problem: Hackers busted his Android app[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 18:47:41 GMT ]In order to promote his latest album, "Magna Carta ... Holy Grail," musician Jay-Z partnered with Samsung to release an app exclusively to Galaxy smartphone owners.

Gatling laser cannon of sci-fi lore now a reality (kind of)[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 18:58:37 GMT ]Many fans of sci-fi books, movies and video games have encountered the concept of a "Gatling laser gun" or something like it, with rotating barrels and exotic projectiles.

Follow Egypt unrest using experimental Twitter translator[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 22:48:17 GMT ]As the strife in Egypt continues, Twitter is testing out a translation service that lets users worldwide read the tweets of high-profile Egyptians in the users' own languages."Watching Egypt?

FOR SATURDAY Privacy vs. security: 'False choice' poisons debate on NSA leaks[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 00:10:31 GMT ]A mystery gunman who allegedly fired 700 road-rage-inspired bullets at German drivers during the past five years was finally arrested in late June.

Fuel-free Solar Impulse airplane is finishing up its American odyssey[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 09:09:01 GMT ]A solar-powered plane took off from Washington, D.C., on Saturday and headed for New York City on the final leg of its unprecedented trip across the United States.

FCC approves Sprint-Softbank deal[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 20:37:03 GMT ]The FCC unanimously gives the green light to Softbank's $21.6 billion bid for Sprint Nextel as well as Sprint's purchase of Clearwire. [Read more]

iPhone 5 trumped Galaxy S4 on user complaints at launch -- study[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 21:20:14 GMT ]The iPhone 5 received nearly twice the rate of negative comments at launch compared with the Galaxy S4, but Apple clearly wins in the most important metric of all, according to social media analysts We Are Social. [Read more]

Who will buy Hulu? At least one contender drops out[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 23:35:38 GMT ]Speculation about who will purchase the online video service continues to run rampant, but sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that it's down to three bidders. [Read more]

Samsung's weirdest 'Apple is rotten' ad ever[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 23:47:17 GMT ]Apparently, Apple phones just don't work. They make you suffer terribly. Once you get a Samsung, you perform a mating dance toward a mountain goat. At least that's what this new ad from Iceland says. [Read more]

The brains behind BitTorrent get on TV's good side (Q&A)[ Sat, 06 Jul 2013 07:01:00 GMT ]The ex president of BitTorrent, the peer-to-peer file-sharing service many associate with piracy, has jumped to the same team as television broadcasters with Flingo, a Shazam for video. And engineers from BitTorrent have joined him. [Read more]

Anti-NSA protests on July 4[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:43 EDT ]Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs.

Could this table save lives?[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:58:51 EDT ]Two Israeli inventors have built a revolutionary earthquake-proof table -- an invention that could save the lives of school children around the world, especially those who live near geological fault lines or in developing countries

Don't get hacked on vacation[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 16:59:25 EDT ]Most of us want to stay connected on vacation. That can make travelers an easy target for hackers, says Karin Caifa.

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Raspberry Pi robot will make you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:26:13 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Imprisoned hacker 'Weev' challenges computer law[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 19:20:38 GMT ]

Twitter wants to start tracking you on the Web, here's how to opt-out[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 20:37:22 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane gets set for a clean, big finish in the Big Apple[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 03:28:08 GMT ]WASHINGTON — In noisy, energetic New York City, the pilots of a spindly plane that looks more toy than jet hope to grab attention in a surprising way: by being silent and consuming little energy.

Pre-caffeine tech: Toilet dragons, feral pigs![ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 13:59:32 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Twitter wants to start tracking you on the Web, here's how to opt-out.

Vine gets new powers (revine!) in fight against Instagram[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:17:24 GMT ]As soon as Facebook added video support to Instagram, it was clear that Twitter's video-sharing service, Vine, would need some updates to stay competitive.Well, these update are here now.

Get an O!Snap Headphone Holder for $7.49[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:23:05 GMT ]That's 50 percent off the regular price of this handy cord-keeper, which clips to your collar (or elsewhere) to keep wires out of your way. [Read more]

Prince: An iPhone? Hell, no[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:35:15 GMT ]The famous and very pretty musician expresses disdain for the idea of even owning a cell phone. Can this truly be? [Read more]

Non-Apple companies hold iWatch trademark in U.S., U.K., China[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:57:53 GMT ]Apple faces trademark trouble in the U.S., U.K., parts of Europe, and China, where other companies hold the trademark for the name "iWatch." [Read more]

For Sony Mobile, it's not enough to be smart[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 15:26:24 GMT ]New gadgets like the Xperia Z Ultra smartphone and the SmartWatch 2 harken back to the era when consumers considered Sony synonymous with innovation. Now let's see if that translates into something resembling volume sales. [Read more]

Cheap iPhone shown off in colourful mock-ups[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 15:47:56 GMT ]New pictures show what the rumoured cheaper, plastic-encased iPhone could look like in all its colourful glory. [Read more]

10 African startups to know[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:41 EDT ]An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.'

Jailed FB teen getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:58 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

Anti-NSA protests on July 4[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:43 EDT ]Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs.

Raspberry Pi robot makes you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:48:29 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Raspberry Pi robot will make you coffee[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:26:13 EDT ]Rapiro is a humanoid robot that can be programmed to do various tasks — including make you coffee.

Tougher cybercrime and snooping sentences coming to EU [ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 18:31:24 GMT ]

Smitten spies? Snowden gets proposal tweet from Russian agent[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 18:42:22 GMT ]MOSCOW (Reuters) - A tabloid says Vladimir Putin is Russia's most eligible bachelor, but the president may have competition from an American half his age: Edward Snowden, the former U.S.

Imprisoned hacker 'Weev' challenges computer law[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 19:20:38 GMT ]

Twitter wants to start tracking you on the Web, here's how to opt-out[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 20:37:22 GMT ]

Solar Impulse airplane gets set for a clean, big finish in the Big Apple[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 03:28:08 GMT ]WASHINGTON — In noisy, energetic New York City, the pilots of a spindly plane that looks more toy than jet hope to grab attention in a surprising way: by being silent and consuming little energy.

Google must change privacy policy, says UK data watchdog[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 10:10:53 GMT ]The UK information watchdog is the latest to order Google to amend its controversial policy or face a fine. [Read more]

How augmented-reality ads could change everything[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:00:00 GMT ]Embryonic as they are right now, augmented-reality ads have the potential to offer a hyper-targeted, space-age-type experience for customers. Advertisers rightly want to monetize that. [Read more]

Jay-Z's Magna Carta Holy Grail targeted by fake app[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:09:21 GMT ]Hacktivists have created a fake version of the app for new Jay-Z album Magna Carta Holy Grail to comment on government surveillance. [Read more]

BBC ditches 3D after Doctor Who special[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 11:41:53 GMT ]UK broadcaster the BBC is taking a three-year break from making 3D shows, with the 50th anniversary special of Doctor Who set to be the last 3D event for the foreseeable future. [Read more]

'Be the Wolverine' on Kinect gives you X-Men claws[ Fri, 05 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT ]Step inside the ninja-slashing action of upcoming film "The Wolverine" with a new Kinect experience coming to theaters and malls near you. [Read more]

The iPad-controlled yacht[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:01:42 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Sorry, Trekkers: Moon not 'Vulcan'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:55:27 EDT ]It wasn't the best day for Trekkers.

10 African startups to know[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:41 EDT ]An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.'

Jailed FB teen getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:58 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

Protests against the NSA spring up across U.S.[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 18:25:54 EDT ]Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs.

Stun guns! Fireworks! Grenades! TSA shows off confiscated items on Instagram[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 17:32:02 GMT ]You know all of that stuff you're not supposed to carry on an airplane?

Snap 'n sniff? Madeleine camera captures scent, not light[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 18:54:35 GMT ]

White House quells Westboro Baptist rage with dullest ... GIF ... ever[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 21:06:49 GMT ]Earlier this year, the White House declared its presence on Tumblr, promising United States citizens that "there will be GIFs" — the kind that come with a "Hard G.

Skype pranksters interrupt Zimmerman witness testimony[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 22:40:15 GMT ]

Mouse inventor and computing pioneer Douglas Engelbart dies at 88[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 00:02:36 GMT ]Douglas Engelbart, the thought leader and engineer who created, among many other things, the concept of the computer mouse, has passed away Tuesday at the age of 88.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 7/4: What is this?[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 14:00:00 GMT ]If you know what today's picture is, you could be eligible to win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day contest. [Read more]

With Blue Waters, supercomputing goes national[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 14:00:00 GMT ]In March, the University of Illinois' National Center for Supercomputing Applications unveiled Blue Waters. CNET Road Trip 2013 checked out our new national supercomputer. [Read more]

Nokia Lumia 41MP PureView phone confirmed for UK, says source[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 14:23:03 GMT ]The Nokia Lumia 1020 PureView phone will be available in the UK, an industry insider has confirmed to CNET. [Read more]

White Nexus 4 sold out on Google Play[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 14:29:37 GMT ]The snowy-hued version of LG's popular mobile is "no longer available for sale". [Read more]

HTC One Mini, Max and Nokia 'Eros' and 'Mars' spied in leaked doc[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 15:55:42 GMT ]The four mysterious mobiles turned up in a German network's product plans. [Read more]

The iPad-controlled yacht[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:01:42 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Sorry, Trekkers: Moon not 'Vulcan'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:55:27 EDT ]It wasn't the best day for Trekkers.

10 African startups to know[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:41 EDT ]An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.'

Jailed FB teen getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:58 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

Jailed Facebook teen finally getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 11:41:30 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

Stun guns! Fireworks! Grenades! TSA shows off confiscated items on Instagram[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 17:32:02 GMT ]You know all of that stuff you're not supposed to carry on an airplane?

Snap 'n sniff? Madeleine camera captures scent, not light[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 18:54:35 GMT ]

White House quells Westboro Baptist rage with dullest ... GIF ... ever[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 21:06:49 GMT ]Earlier this year, the White House declared its presence on Tumblr, promising United States citizens that "there will be GIFs" — the kind that come with a "Hard G.

Skype pranksters interrupt Zimmerman witness testimony[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 22:40:15 GMT ]

Mouse inventor and computing pioneer Douglas Engelbart dies at 88[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 00:02:36 GMT ]Douglas Engelbart, the thought leader and engineer who created, among many other things, the concept of the computer mouse, has passed away Tuesday at the age of 88.

Yahoo's pre-fireworks news: We're buying Xobni[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 02:30:52 GMT ]With purchase of email startup, Yahoo might be looking to take over your mobile phone from every possible angle, including where you store your contacts. [Read more]

Jay-Z Magna Carta Holy Grail lands today for Samsung Galaxy owners[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 08:31:21 GMT ]Owners of the S4, S3 and Note 2 get the new album today--three days before the rest of the world. [Read more]

Nokia Lumia 2010 'EOS' headed to AT&T, leaked pic hints[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 09:10:27 GMT ]The picture of the long-rumoured mobile, which is expected to sport a 41-megapixel camera, also teases a new 'Pro Cam' app. [Read more]

Final Fantasy VII out now on Steam for $12, PC only[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 10:11:10 GMT ]The legendary RPG has arrived on Valve's online game network, but there's no Mac version in sight. [Read more]

Apple plotting iPhone sales overhaul, report says[ Thu, 04 Jul 2013 11:57:00 GMT ]The fruit-flavoured firm is said to be queuing up new incentives for in-store shoppers. [Read more]

The iPad-controlled yacht[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:01:42 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Sorry, Trekkers: Moon not 'Vulcan'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:55:27 EDT ]It wasn't the best day for Trekkers.

10 African startups to know[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:41 EDT ]An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.'

Jailed FB teen getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:54:58 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

Jailed Facebook teen finally getting day in court[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 11:41:30 EDT ]A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.

New Yorkers' new domain, '.nyc' gets initial OK[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 20:53:10 GMT ]New York City likes to think of itself as a domain like no other. Now it can boast as much on the Web.

States to Google: Stop showing ads for illegal products[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:03:32 GMT ]

3-D gun printing: Here's the software that stops it[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:03:33 GMT ]New software has been developed that aims to restrict the manufacture of firearms that have been created using new 3-D technology.

Pre-caffeine tech: Sexy tech blogging, Darth Vader running![ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:22:35 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Good news, ladies! Here's how to know when you're too sexy for tech blogging!

Yes, already: Twovideo games about Edward Snowden and stealthy data[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:56:11 GMT ]

My Declaration of Independence from Outlook[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:05:50 GMT ]Outlook was once the first thing he installed on a new computer. But its failure to connect with the cloud finally pushed long-time user Danny Sullivan away from the program. [Read more]

Apple hit by patent suit from Boston University[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:08:54 GMT ]The suit alleges that Apple has violated a patent held by one of the school's computer engineering professors. [Read more]

Low Latency No. 67: This is our turf[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:23:40 GMT ]With the Square Market, the mobile payment service is breaching turf established by mainstays like eBay and Amazon. [Read more]

Nubrella may be world's goofiest umbrella[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:43:05 GMT ]The Nubrella, now on Kickstarter, wants to offer a hands-free rain-repelling alternative to traditional rain gear. [Read more]

BlackBerry Q5 review: Not the bargain you're looking for[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:55:18 GMT ]CNET UK goes thumbs-on with the BlackBerry Q5, a QWERTY-equipped smartphone that's built like a bargain, but isn't necessarily priced like one. [Read more]

The 12 greatest designs of last 100 years[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:37:17 EDT ]We asked some of the world's greatest designers to nominate the most iconic industrial design from the last 100 years. Here's what they came up with.

Apple files for 'iWatch' trademark[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 16:23:42 EDT ]It's been a while since we've heard anything concrete on Apple's rumored "iWatch" device, but Bloomberg now reports that Apple has filed on June 3 to trademark that name in Japan.

Teen jailed over Facebook 'joke'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 07:18:27 EDT ]It was a sarcastic Facebook comment during an argument about a video game. And, according to the father of 19-year-old Justin Carter, it was enough to land his son behind bars for months, facing the possibility of years in prison.

The iPad-controlled yacht[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:01:42 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

'Star Trek' fans denied: Moon not named 'Vulcan'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 08:46:36 EDT ]It wasn't the best day for Trekkers.

New online child safety rules aim to protect kids on social media, smartphones[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 19:37:47 GMT ]New rules aimed at protecting children using the Internet took effect Monday.

Ouya review: A video game 'console' for the mobile age[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 22:44:14 GMT ]For all of their impressive qualities, the main factor that's begun to impinge on the success of modern video game consoles is their lack of mobility.

More pixels, less selection: Sony's first ultra HD player, service announced[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 23:06:23 GMT ]

Pre-caffeine tech: Snowden games, Vine queen[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 13:52:14 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Good news, everybody!

Yelp's Word Map means never having to dine with hipsters again[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:51:23 GMT ]Feel like going out to eat, but want to avoid overpriced craft beer and ironic Civil War-era facial hair at any cost?

AT&T LTE stretches into 35 new markets[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:11:30 GMT ]The carrier's LTE expansion continues apace, bringing its fastest 4G data speeds to additional cities. [Read more]

Google Reader has expired, but your data lives until July 15[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:27:04 GMT ]The popular RSS reader has been powered down, but there are still a few weeks to stop by and grab your stuff. [Read more]

Google Reader has expired, but your data lives until July 15[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:27:04 GMT ]The popular RSS reader has been powered down, but there are still a few weeks to stop by and grab your stuff. [Read more]

Google Glass privacy concerns persist in Congress[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:47:49 GMT ]Google's response to privacy worries displayed by U.S. legislators has left some members none the wiser. [Read more]

Pebble smart watch coming to Best Buy starting July 7[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:00:00 GMT ]Smartwatches are finally going a little more mainstream...will others follow into retail? [Read more]

Apple tests iPhone motion detection[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:06:25 EDT ]Apple appears to be testing out motion control features that will let people control their iPhones by moving their heads.

Meet an iPad-controlled $15 million yacht[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 10:04:29 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Apple files for 'iWatch' trademark[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 16:23:42 EDT ]It's been a while since we've heard anything concrete on Apple's rumored "iWatch" device, but Bloomberg now reports that Apple has filed on June 3 to trademark that name in Japan.

The 12 greatest designs of last 100 years[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:37:17 EDT ]We asked some of the world's greatest designers to nominate the most iconic industrial design from the last 100 years. Here's what they came up with.

An online summer camp for do-it-yourself kids[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 17:45:27 EDT ]Hey, young readers: Instead of another summer uttering the dreaded phrase "I'm bored," how about meeting a NASA astronaut or building a working potato cannon?

Grenada to punish offensive online comments[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 20:10:14 GMT ]ST. GEORGE'S, Grenada — Legislators in Grenada have approved a bill that makes it a crime to offend people through websites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Instagram gets hit by spam, and it's fruity, too[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 21:10:18 GMT ]

7 Saudis imprisoned for using Facebook to urge protests[ Sun, 30 Jun 2013 16:48:19 GMT ]

Teenager invents flashlight powered by the warmth of your hand[ Sun, 30 Jun 2013 19:16:28 GMT ]A 15-year-old girl has invented a flashlight that produces a usable amount of light just by using the heat from your hand.

Pre-caffeine tech: Google Reader RIP, Instagram attacks![ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:08:58 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Google reader dies today -- hope you backed up your stuff!

Nintendo loses bid to take control of WiiU.com[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:15:28 GMT ]The domain is being used by its owners to sell ads and to allow search related to Nintendo, its consoles, and games. [Read more]

Hey girl, where you going? Netflix gets 'New Girl'[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:37:59 GMT ]The Internet's No. 1 streaming site signs exclusive deal for past seasons of Fox hit "New Girl," while the home of current episodes -- competitor Hulu -- faces an uncertain future. [Read more]

Court drops class-action status of Google digital book suit[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:17:34 GMT ]The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals says a previous ruling that allowed the case against Google to be considered a class-action suit was premature. [Read more]

3D-printed cast is made to scratch[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:22:42 GMT ]Broken bones could get a healing assist from 3D-printed casts custom made to support the injury while still giving plenty of space to breath. [Read more]

Meet an iPad-controlled $15 million yacht[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 10:04:29 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Uber expands to the Hamptons and helicopters[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:53:58 GMT ]To promote its summer SUV service to the upscale Long Island enclave, Uber is offering $3,000 chopper flights Wednesday. [Read more]

Texas Filibuster rivets the Web[ Wed, 26 Jun 2013 15:55:48 EDT ]Democratic Senator Wendy Davis took to the floor the Texas Senate at 11:18 a.m. in pink tennis shoes and began what she hoped would be a nearly 13 hour filibuster of an abortion bill.

The world's weirdest instrument?[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 09:36:40 EDT ]Is it a guitar? Is it a piano? Nope, it is a crazy iPhone-powered combination of both. Plus it has a built in bass, violin and drum machine to boot. The Artiphon Instrument 1 looks something like a medieval lute, but with a smart phone jammed into its belly.

Apple tests iPhone motion detection[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:06:25 EDT ]Apple appears to be testing out motion control features that will let people control their iPhones by moving their heads.

Three new planets may host life[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 09:36:48 EDT ]Astronomers announced Wednesday that they have uncovered a star system of up to seven planets, three of which could potentially host life.