$20 Million XPrize Contest Takes on Climate Change[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 20:36:29 GMT ]A new competition aims to accelerate the development and real-world adoption of new CO2 conversion technologies.

'The Martian' Celebrates Discovery of Water on Mars[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 23:41:18 GMT ]Mark Watney, the fictional lead character in the upcoming movie "The Martian," has a very special message for the world.

Styrofoam-Eating Mealworms Dispose of Plastic Waste[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 00:20:36 GMT ]Mealworms will happily eat a diet of styrofoam, providing a possible method for disposing of this notoriously durable and pervasive plastic waste.

Can a Smartphone Save You From Shark Attacks?[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:53:23 GMT ]Shark experts from around the world gathered in Sydney this week to discuss how modern technology could be deployed to prevent attacks.

Here's How Edward Snowden Was Welcomed on Twitter[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:36:49 GMT ]Whistleblower Edward Snowden joined Twitter Tuesday with the handle @Snowden and a profile that reads "I used to work for the government."

Google redesigns Chromecast for speed and power[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 04:09:26 GMT ]The tech giant rolls out its revamped video-streaming device, along with a host of features to make the gadget smarter, faster and more powerful.

A cure for blindness? Stem cells may hold the key[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 04:37:41 GMT ]A 60-year-old is the first person in a test to see whether the foundational cells can help reverse a vision problem called macular degeneration. Early results should arrive in December.

Dolby's massive new headquarters meshes art, technology and science[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 05:41:37 GMT ]The audio company's 16-story structure in San Francisco features stimulating visuals as a tribute to its history.

iPhone 6S teardowns show Apple is paying more for longevity[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:02:32 GMT ]Apple isn't skimping on components, with a piece-by-piece analysis of the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus showing that the smartphones offer improved durability and lifespan.

Shark attacks drone, shark wins[ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:21:27 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A $250,000 underwater robot is mistaken for a big fish by a shark. Oh, calamity.

VW scandal could just be the beginning[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:42:17 GMT ]Bruce Schneier says the scandal opens a window into the world of software that abets cheating

Another Facebook hoax makes the rounds[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:44:04 GMT ]

Black hole is 30 times bigger than expected[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:44:34 GMT ]

Why your cat needs an iPad[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:51:44 GMT ]The old ball of yarn isn't cutting it anymore when it comes to cat toys.

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 17:08:52 GMT ]

Virgin Galactic Test-Fires New Rocket Engine[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:24:16 GMT ]Private space travel company Virgin Galactic proudly showed off its latest rocket engine, NewtonThree, in a video captured at its Mojave test grounds.

H2 Whoa! Mars Shows Strong Signs of Flowing Water[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:27:08 GMT ]A new study provides the 'strongest evidence yet' of salty liquid water that flows on modern-day Mars, researchers said on Monday.

GoPro Adds Wireless to Entry-Level Action Camera[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:12:31 GMT ]GoPro offers a wide range of rugged, lightweight cameras for everything from skiing to surfing — and now there's one more in the lineup.

Here's Which 2016 Campaigns Fail Privacy Test[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 09:09:58 GMT ]Only six of 23 presidential campaign websites receive a "passing" grade on privacy, while the others fail to measure up, a survey finds.

Uber's European HQ Raided in Illegal Taxi Probe[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:09:18 GMT ]Prosecutors raided Uber's European headquarters in Amsterdam in a criminal investigation into whether the company is offering illegal taxi services.

Super-creepy 3D-printed cape responds to onlookers (Tomorrow Daily 248)[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:21:14 GMT ]Ashley celebrates the news of liquid water on Mars, ponders the creepiness of a "living" cape that responds to anyone who stares at it, checks out a new high heel design that aims to be better for wearers, and announces the show's new co-host!

Passenger-carrying robot turns VR into an exhilarating ride[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 03:57:30 GMT ]A robotic platform that operates using a precision system of cables is the next big thing in motion simulation.

Samsung to shutter Milk Video service in November[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 05:58:58 GMT ]Samsung will end support for the video-discovery app a year and a day after its launch.

New 'X-Files' trailer shows Mulder and Scully in pursuit of the truth[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 06:05:46 GMT ]The truth is still out there & FBI agents Mulder and Scully plan on uncovering it in this new footage, which includes flashbacks, explosions, familiar faces and a possible dead alien, from the upcoming "X-Files" revival show.

Facebook privacy hoaxes prey on your fears -- again[ Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:20:45 GMT ]The social network's users are being inundated with messages that their Facebook privacy concerns can be assuaged by reposting a legal-sounding statement or signing up for a paid monthly subscription.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:12:50 GMT ]

Beautiful, rare 'super blood moon' eclipse - the photos are in[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:26:15 GMT ]The sun, the Earth and the moon lined up in a row to put on a light show in Sunday's night sky, and people around the world looked up to watch the lunar eclipse.

Black hole is 30 times bigger than expected[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:27:29 GMT ]This shouldn't be possible. Researchers say they've detected a supermassive black hole at the center of a newly found galaxy that's far bigger than current theories allow.

Water flows on Mars[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 17:20:38 GMT ]

BlackBerry Confirms Priv, an Android-Powered Smartphone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:42:46 GMT ]BlackBerry will debut an Android smartphone with a sliding keyboard and an emphasis on privacy, the company's CEO confirmed on Friday.

George Clooney Was Not At This Awards Show[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:50:36 GMT ]The Proto Awards, the self-proclaimed 'Oscars of virtual reality' held Tuesday night in Hollywood, was not a black tie affair.

Hilton Hotels Looking Into Possible Data Breach[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:26:07 GMT ]Hilton Worldwide is looking into reports that credit card information may have been exposed in a hack of Hilton Hotel properties across the U.S.

Obama: U.S., China Reach Cyber-Spying 'Understanding'[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:32:38 GMT ]'Neither the U.S. nor the Chinese government will conduct or knowingly support' cyber-theft of intellectual property or commercial trade secrets.

Why Your Credit Card Is Going 'Chip-and-PIN'[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:50:15 GMT ]Many Americans have received a new credit or debit card in the mail with a computer chip on the front.

2016 Scion iM exudes funky practicality (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 00:27:56 GMT ]Toyota seeks to jumpstart its Scion sub-brand with the iM's affordable style and utility.

Star Wars, Star Trek and other geek memorabilia up for auction (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 06:13:01 GMT ]Profiles in History is auctioning a massive collection of Hollywood memorabilia from September 28 to September 30. Here's our pick of the geek loot.

Google's Nexus event: Join us Tuesday (live blog)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 08:00:02 GMT ]On September 29, the search giant is expected to show off a slew of new hardware, from new Nexus smartphones to Chromecast streaming devices.

Silent Circle Blackphone 2: An Android phone with a privacy twist (pictures)[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 10:52:50 GMT ]Just as much thought was put into the design of this secure Android phone as what goes in it.

Microsoft expands virtual reality ambitions with Google Cardboard rival[ Mon, 28 Sep 2015 11:17:28 GMT ]To try to get programmers to work on VR at a hackathon in Russia, Microsoft promises "Cardboard" devices to test their ideas.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:08:48 GMT ]Evidence of pressing global issues, the clear, dominating themes at this year's IAA motorshow in Frankfurt were the digitization of mobility (automated and connected driving) and alternative power sources (electric and hybrid motors).

BlackBerry Confirms Priv, an Android-Powered Smartphone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:42:46 GMT ]BlackBerry will debut an Android smartphone with a sliding keyboard and an emphasis on privacy, the company's CEO confirmed on Friday.

George Clooney Was Not At This Awards Show[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:50:36 GMT ]The Proto Awards, the self-proclaimed 'Oscars of virtual reality' held Tuesday night in Hollywood, was not a black tie affair.

Hilton Hotels Looking Into Possible Data Breach[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:26:07 GMT ]Hilton Worldwide is looking into reports that credit card information may have been exposed in a hack of Hilton Hotel properties across the U.S.

Obama: U.S., China Reach Cyber-Spying 'Understanding'[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:32:38 GMT ]'Neither the U.S. nor the Chinese government will conduct or knowingly support' cyber-theft of intellectual property or commercial trade secrets.

Why Your Credit Card Is Going 'Chip-and-PIN'[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:50:15 GMT ]Many Americans have received a new credit or debit card in the mail with a computer chip on the front.

Snowden leaks spawn a different type of game, Top Secret[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 15:00:05 GMT ]An email-based game on Kickstarter melds fiction with reality as players investigate the journalists involved in the leak of thousands of classified NSA documents. You can get the demo now.

Resales of year-old iPhones start heating up[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 16:25:42 GMT ]More customers are upgrading to the latest Apple smartphone every year, creating a bigger market for the previous year's models.

This smartphone-controlled laser toy will drive your cat nuts[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 17:00:02 GMT ]The Obi on Kickstarter takes the concept of a laser pointer and turns it into a high-tech toy to distract, annoy and entertain your pets.

Facebook partners with UN to bring Internet access to refugee camps[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 21:08:02 GMT ]The social-networking giant has begun lobbying the United Nations, saying Internet access is a fundamental human right.

The fashion item that reacts when someone looks at it[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 23:28:04 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: How dull if people were the only ones to respond to your gaze. This 3D printed cape can too, with a mind and soul of its own. But is it slightly creepy?

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:08:48 GMT ]Evidence of pressing global issues, the clear, dominating themes at this year's IAA motorshow in Frankfurt were the digitization of mobility (automated and connected driving) and alternative power sources (electric and hybrid motors).

BlackBerry Confirms Priv, an Android-Powered Smartphone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:42:46 GMT ]BlackBerry will debut an Android smartphone with a sliding keyboard and an emphasis on privacy, the company's CEO confirmed on Friday.

George Clooney Was Not At This Awards Show[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:50:36 GMT ]The Proto Awards, the self-proclaimed 'Oscars of virtual reality' held Tuesday night in Hollywood, was not a black tie affair.

Hilton Hotels Looking Into Possible Data Breach[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:26:07 GMT ]Hilton Worldwide is looking into reports that credit card information may have been exposed in a hack of Hilton Hotel properties across the U.S.

Obama: U.S., China Reach Cyber-Spying 'Understanding'[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:32:38 GMT ]'Neither the U.S. nor the Chinese government will conduct or knowingly support' cyber-theft of intellectual property or commercial trade secrets.

Why Your Credit Card Is Going 'Chip-and-PIN'[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 09:50:15 GMT ]Many Americans have received a new credit or debit card in the mail with a computer chip on the front.

​Fool me once: EPA to enhance emissions testing post VW scandal[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:33:07 GMT ]US Environmental Protection Agency will use random spot checks to expose technologies that may allow cars to skirt emissions standards.

Check out the impressive outdoor photos from the iPhone 6S Plus's camera (pictures)[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 11:40:03 GMT ]The iPhone 6S Plus is capable of taking some brilliant photos in outdoor scenes. Check out our gallery of sample photos shot with the new phone.

Park your car with your key fob: Our favorite videos of the week[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 12:00:07 GMT ]A roundup of our favorite CNET videos covering news, gadgets and more.

Resales of year-old iPhones start heating up[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 12:00:07 GMT ]More customers are upgrading to the latest Apple smartphone every year, creating a bigger market for the previous year's models.

Promoting diversity by challenging preconceptions[ Sat, 26 Sep 2015 12:00:08 GMT ]The #ILookLikeAnEngineer ad campaign aims to dispel the tech-professional stereotype.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Bizarre Mars photos fire up the Internet[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:29:50 GMT ]

100% sexy and ... 100% electric[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 16:08:48 GMT ]Evidence of pressing global issues, the clear, dominating themes at this year's IAA motorshow in Frankfurt were the digitization of mobility (automated and connected driving) and alternative power sources (electric and hybrid motors).

Microsoft Launches Office 2016, Focused on Collaboration[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 15:38:32 GMT ]The first new version of Office in three years is focused on improving collaboration while saving time.

iPhone Buyers Get Tool For Obsessively Tracking Purchase[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 16:15:55 GMT ]When the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus became available for pre-order, Apple fans began the arduous process of waiting for their new gadgets to arrive.

Starbucks Releases 'Mobile Order & Pay' Nationwide[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:33:30 GMT ]Just in time for pumpkin spice latte season, Starbucks is letting people order and pay for their coffee with their smartphones.

3 Smartphone Apps That Can Help Keep Your Kids Safe[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:57:46 GMT ]Three new phone apps can help your kids safe when you can't be with them, and they're free: Companion, Circle of 6 and Lifeline Response.

Apple Plans Steps to Prevent Future App Store Attacks[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:02:28 GMT ]A senior Apple executive on Tuesday said the company would make it easier for Chinese app developers to download its tools for building mobile apps.

Donald Trump goes after anti-Trump clothing website[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 09:54:11 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A site that sells "Stop Trump" T-shirts receives a cease-and-desist letter from the great man's lawyers. But does he have a case?

iPhone 6S launches to long lines around the globe[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 10:28:57 GMT ]Apple's newest smartphones hit stores, accompanied by the typical pandemonium that surrounds iPhone launches.

The 404 Show 1631: Drunk History's Derek Waters (podcast)[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:00:02 GMT ]The creator and host of Comedy Central's Drunk History, Derek Waters, sits down with Jeff to discuss the phenomenon Drunk History has turned into, what it's like to receive an Emmy nomination and how he gets his narrators perfectly drunk enough to give history lessons.

Oculus Connect 2 brings loads of new info...except an official Rift price (Tomorrow Daily 247)[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:43:11 GMT ]Ashley covers all the major happenings at Oculus Connect 2, explains how you can take a 360-degree tour of the "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" planet Jakku and visits the Enterprise-D in virtual reality.

BlackBerry smartphone sales retreat as it confirms Android phone[ Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:45:30 GMT ]The company said it recognized revenue on just 800,000 BlackBerry smartphones, a third of the number from a year ago.

Does Tinder's new 'Super Like' make you look too keen?[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:09 GMT ]In the search for love, the conventional wisdom would have us believe that playing hard to get is a winning move.

The rise of the virtual runway[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:14 GMT ]In the age of Instagram and live-streaming, more and more designers are forgoing the runway in favor of a virtual experience.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Microsoft Launches Office 2016, Focused on Collaboration[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 15:38:32 GMT ]The first new version of Office in three years is focused on improving collaboration while saving time.

iPhone Buyers Get Tool For Obsessively Tracking Purchase[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 16:15:55 GMT ]When the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus became available for pre-order, Apple fans began the arduous process of waiting for their new gadgets to arrive.

Starbucks Releases 'Mobile Order & Pay' Nationwide[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:33:30 GMT ]Just in time for pumpkin spice latte season, Starbucks is letting people order and pay for their coffee with their smartphones.

3 Smartphone Apps That Can Help Keep Your Kids Safe[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:57:46 GMT ]Three new phone apps can help your kids safe when you can't be with them, and they're free: Companion, Circle of 6 and Lifeline Response.

Apple Plans Steps to Prevent Future App Store Attacks[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:02:28 GMT ]A senior Apple executive on Tuesday said the company would make it easier for Chinese app developers to download its tools for building mobile apps.

Uber ups presence in SF Bay Area with buy of building in Oakland[ Thu, 24 Sep 2015 09:18:16 GMT ]Flush with cash, the ride-hailing company purchases a nearly 400,000-square-foot building in Oakland, California, across the bay from its San Francisco headquarters.

Done Deal: Ellen Pao doesn't have to pay Kleiner Perkins' legal fees[ Thu, 24 Sep 2015 09:22:59 GMT ]Pao won't have to pay nearly $276,000 in legal fees as the venture capital firm holds firm on not seeking repayment if she opted not to appeal.

The company selling a $10,000 smartphone mulls fancy wearables too[ Thu, 24 Sep 2015 09:47:34 GMT ]Vertu is known for making insanely expensive phones, but its CEO has his eyes on a new area, saying it's "worth having a look."

Microsoft teams with Baidu to boost Windows 10 upgrades in China[ Thu, 24 Sep 2015 10:58:04 GMT ]China's biggest search engine will show its 600 million active users a "Windows 10 Express" install button -- and become the default search option as part of the deal.

LG teases V10 smartphone's unusual second screen in video[ Thu, 24 Sep 2015 11:11:37 GMT ]The unconventional smartphone, to be unveiled on 1 October in New York, will carry the South Korean electronics company's hopes for success with Android phones.

Does Tinder's new 'Super Like' make you look too keen?[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:09 GMT ]In the search for love, the conventional wisdom would have us believe that playing hard to get is a winning move.

The rise of the virtual runway[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:14 GMT ]In the age of Instagram and live-streaming, more and more designers are forgoing the runway in favor of a virtual experience.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Opinion: Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:03:13 GMT ]

Indian telecoms ministry forced to back down[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 17:34:19 GMT ]India has withdrawn proposals that would have empowered security agencies to monitor private chats on social media and mobile messaging services, if enforced.

Microsoft Launches Office 2016, Focused on Collaboration[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 15:38:32 GMT ]The first new version of Office in three years is focused on improving collaboration while saving time.

iPhone Buyers Get Tool For Obsessively Tracking Purchase[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 16:15:55 GMT ]When the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus became available for pre-order, Apple fans began the arduous process of waiting for their new gadgets to arrive.

Starbucks Releases 'Mobile Order & Pay' Nationwide[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:33:30 GMT ]Just in time for pumpkin spice latte season, Starbucks is letting people order and pay for their coffee with their smartphones.

3 Smartphone Apps That Can Help Keep Your Kids Safe[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:57:46 GMT ]Three new phone apps can help your kids safe when you can't be with them, and they're free: Companion, Circle of 6 and Lifeline Response.

Apple Plans Steps to Prevent Future App Store Attacks[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:02:28 GMT ]A senior Apple executive on Tuesday said the company would make it easier for Chinese app developers to download its tools for building mobile apps.

Humans can survive in space, but what about the microbes inside us?[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 05:47:29 GMT ]A new video miniseries on the International Space Station's One-Year Mission focuses on how the microbes that live in the human body survive in microgravity.

The full moon effect: Chinese seniors attack drone bearing mooncake vouchers[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 06:55:26 GMT ]In an attempt to woo his girlfriend, a Chinese man sent her a drone carrying vouchers for a popular Chinese delicacy. Unfortunately, his plan backfired when a group of senior women spotted the UAV.

You're surrounded by a cloud of bacteria right now[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 07:23:53 GMT ]A new University of Oregon study says that everyone has a cloud made of bacteria particles that's as unique to each person as a fingerprint. We're all snowflakes. Snowflakes riddled with bacteria.

Apple taking steps to prevent another large-scale App Store breach[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 09:16:56 GMT ]The Californian tech giant's senior vice president of worldwide marketing said that Apple will be providing official Xcode software to Chinese developers to avoid another security breach of its App Store.

Heavily discounted Nexus 6 phone arrives on eBay, Amazon ahead of Google event[ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 11:06:06 GMT ]Pick up last year's Nexus phone for a song before Google launches its two latest devices, along with Android Marshmallow, in San Francisco next week.

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Does Tinder's new 'Super Like' make you look too keen?[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:09 GMT ]In the search for love, the conventional wisdom would have us believe that playing hard to get is a winning move.

The rise of the virtual runway[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:14 GMT ]In the age of Instagram and live-streaming, more and more designers are forgoing the runway in favor of a virtual experience.

5 big Mario moments[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:20:25 GMT ]

Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:51:40 GMT ]We have all had the experience of being gagged by the "like" button on Facebook. As we scroll through our news feed, we sometimes come across stories that trigger loathing, sadness or even rage. But all we have is a like button. Sure, we can write a long message in the comment field. But there is no button to instantly express negative emotions.

Cyber 101: Why Hackers Are Going After Universities[ Sun, 20 Sep 2015 23:34:37 GMT ]With their stashes of student data and government-funded research, universities are some of America's juiciest targets for hackers.

Apple Withdraws Some China Apps Due to Malware[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 13:23:33 GMT ]Apple has removed some applications from its App Store after developers in China were tricked into using software tools that added malicious code.

Internet Growth Slows, Most People Still Offline: U.N.[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 14:37:02 GMT ]Growth in the number of people with access to the Internet is slowing, and more than half the world's population is still offline.

Kickstarter now legally bound to balance altruism with profit[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 11:26:28 GMT ]The crowdfunding site reincorporates as public benefit company, a move that legally obliges it to pursue "a positive impact on society."

iPhone 6S and 6S Plus Hit Apple Stores on Friday[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 14:48:53 GMT ]At the end of the week, Apple fans will be able to walk into a store and pick up a shiny new iPhone.

FAA Declares Cities Pope Visits 'No Drone Zones'[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 23:26:02 GMT ]If you were hoping to snag some sweet aerial shots of Pope Francis during his first visit to the U.S., the FAA has some bad news for you.

Vacheron Constantin breaks record for world's most complicated watch (pictures)[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:58:37 GMT ]With a massive 57 complications, the Vacheron Constantin Reference 57260 blows the previous title holder out of the water.

Giant tree of life contains 2.3 million species[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 07:01:19 GMT ]The first draft of a new "tree of life" contains every named species of flora and fauna known from over 3.5 billion years of life on Earth.

Public outcry forces Indian government to amend legislation that threatened to make deleting instant messages and emails illegal[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 10:22:22 GMT ]A new draft for the country's National Encryption Policy would make it mandatory for residents to keep all encrypted data, including Gmail emails and WhatsApp messages, for 90 days.

Chinese leader denies hacks, opens door for cybersecurity accord[ Tue, 22 Sep 2015 11:52:29 GMT ]Before visiting the US, President Xi Jinping said China is a hacking victim, too, and suggests both countries will benefit from computer security cooperation.

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Does Tinder's new 'Super Like' make you look too keen?[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:09 GMT ]In the search for love, the conventional wisdom would have us believe that playing hard to get is a winning move.

The rise of the virtual runway[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:22:14 GMT ]In the age of Instagram and live-streaming, more and more designers are forgoing the runway in favor of a virtual experience.

Facebook 'dislike' button a comeback for negative thinking[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 18:33:17 GMT ]We have all had the experience of being gagged by the "like" button on Facebook. As we scroll through our news feed, we sometimes come across stories that trigger loathing, sadness or even rage. But all we have is a like button. Sure, we can write a long message in the comment field. But there is no button to instantly express negative emotions.

Top-Selling Ad-Blocking App Pulled From Apple Store[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:55:52 GMT ]The top paid app on the iPhone is kissing it all goodbye.

Snip! TV's Cord-Cutting Trend Picks Up Steam: Survey[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 12:48:23 GMT ]New data show that the trend where consumers jettison traditional cable and satellite packages in favor of streaming services is about to get a lot worse.

Meet Marlan, The Most Famous Delivery Man Online[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 15:15:28 GMT ]New York UPS driver Marlan Franklyn has become the city's most well-known delivery man thanks to the online community and a popular vlogger.

Specter of Lethal Drones Are Industry's Latest Headache[ Sun, 20 Sep 2015 18:27:29 GMT ]The leading drone industry group, the FAA and some law enforcement groups have spoken out against equipping the unmanned devices with weapons.

Cyber 101: Why Hackers Are Going After Universities[ Sun, 20 Sep 2015 23:34:37 GMT ]With their stashes of student data and government-funded research, universities are some of America's juiciest targets for hackers.

South Korea hit with over 114,000 cyberattacks in 5 years[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 05:56:00 GMT ]On Friday it was revealed that the country's government had been hit by 114,035 cyber attacks since 2011.

Ig Nobel prize honours peeing, chicken dinosaurs and eggs (pictures)[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 10:08:52 GMT ]Among this year's winners of the award for creativity in science are a bra that converts into a face mask, a pain index for insect stings and whether a man can father 888 children.

'Doctor Who' series 9: 'The Magician's Apprentice' has a lot of thrills up its sleeve (review)[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 10:14:05 GMT ]Peter Capaldi is in top form in this high-stakes opener to series 9, but new viewers may be alienated by the alien adventure. Here's our spoiler-free review.

What is HDR for TVs, and why should you care?[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 10:24:43 GMT ]High dynamic range (HDR) TVs are here and so is the first HDR content, with more of both on the way. Is this next-gen TV technology worth getting in your next TV?

Apple's iOS App Store struck by its first major cyberattack[ Mon, 21 Sep 2015 11:29:08 GMT ]An infected counterfeit version of Apple's Xcode developer software apparently led to dozens of tainted iPhone and iPad apps.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Rock-Paper-Scissors Robot Will Beat You Every Time[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 19:13:38 GMT ]Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, and sometimes you tie - unless you're playing against Janken the robot.

Facebook Gives Users New Way to Block Targeted Ads[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:54:13 GMT ]Don't like Facebook's personalized ads that follow you around the Internet? The social network is now giving users a tool to block them.

Top-Selling Ad-Blocking App Pulled From Apple Store[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:55:52 GMT ]The top paid app on the iPhone is kissing it all goodbye.

Snip! TV's Cord-Cutting Trend Picks Up Steam: Survey[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 12:48:23 GMT ]New data show that the trend where consumers jettison traditional cable and satellite packages in favor of streaming services is about to get a lot worse.

Meet Marlan, The Most Famous Delivery Man Online[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 15:15:28 GMT ]New York UPS driver Marlan Franklyn has become the city's most well-known delivery man thanks to the online community and a popular vlogger.

Preorder Star Wars Battlefront and get a Han Solo mini-fridge[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 19:09:38 GMT ]Gamers can keep their drinks as cold as carbonite with a Han Solo fridge if they preorder Star Wars Battlefront from Wal-Mart. You don't even have to hire Boba Fett to bring Han Solo to your doorstep.

Unboiled eggs and mammal bladders: The Ig Nobel Prize goes to...[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 19:12:40 GMT ]This year's winners include an experiment that unboiled an egg, a study that tested how long it takes mammals to empty their bladders and other strange breakthroughs that sound like bar bets.

'Doctor Who' series 9: 'The Magician's Apprentice' has a lot of thrills up its sleeve (review)[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 21:38:38 GMT ]Peter Capaldi is in top form in this high-stakes opener to series 9, but new viewers may be alienated by the alien adventure. Here's our spoiler-free review.

Liquid nitrogen cocktail in bar leads to teen having stomach removed[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 23:18:54 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A UK bar is heavily fined after serving a woman a very unsafe science-based drink.

US, China discuss deal to limit use of cyberweapons, says report[ Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:03:15 GMT ]The countries are in talks to prohibit first strikes against critical infrastructure, according to The New York Times. The negotiations could lead to first-ever arms-control deal for cyberspace.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

'Artificial Pancreas' Works in Real-World Experiment[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 23:33:21 GMT ]The system uses a smartphone to help control blood sugar, and worked better than using separate devices, researchers say.

YouTube Launches Mobile Game-Streaming Service[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 16:56:44 GMT ]Video platform YouTube has announced it will soon enable mobile game streaming from its Android app.

Rock-Paper-Scissors Robot Will Beat You Every Time[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 19:13:38 GMT ]Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, and sometimes you tie - unless you're playing against Janken the robot.

Facebook Gives Users New Way to Block Targeted Ads[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:54:13 GMT ]Don't like Facebook's personalized ads that follow you around the Internet? The social network is now giving users a tool to block them.

Top-Selling Ad-Blocking App Pulled From Apple Store[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:55:52 GMT ]The top paid app on the iPhone is kissing it all goodbye.

Google sets September 29 event, teasing 'new treats'[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 02:31:25 GMT ]We just might see new Nexus phones at an upcoming Google event.

Yes, that's Selena Gomez in the new Apple iPhone 6S ad[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 03:59:24 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Gomez shows how to take the perfect selfie. I did say selfie. Some might not be able to come to terms with this.

Preorder Star Wars Battlefront and get a Han Solo mini-fridge[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 05:37:58 GMT ]Gamers can keep their drinks as cold as carbonite with a Han Solo fridge if they preorder Star Wars Battlefront from Wal-Mart. You don't even have to hire Boba Fett to bring Han Solo to your doorstep.

Apple relaunches campus store -- and you can buy an iPhone there now[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 06:10:22 GMT ]The shop at the company's headquarters has always been different from other Apple stores. Now Apple has changed it up again.

BBC to launch Netflix-style streaming service in US[ Sat, 19 Sep 2015 07:56:42 GMT ]The British are coming! Get ready to discover quality programming from across the pond with a new streaming service from the British Broadcasting Corporation.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Cyber Command Building System to Stay Ahead of Hackers[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 20:29:04 GMT ]U.S. Cyber Command is building a massive, electronic system to provide an overview of the vulnerabilities of the military's computer networks.

Apple Wins Ruling Against Samsung in Patent Dispute[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 20:34:35 GMT ]A federal appeals court has handed Apple another victory in its ongoing smartphone fight with its biggest rival.

'Invisibility Cloak' Hides Things in Plain Sight[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:45:52 GMT ]Scientists say they have come up with a new, ultrathin "invisibility cloak" that turns objects into perfect, flat mirrors.

Roaming in Cuba? Verizon Now Lets You Do It[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 23:28:29 GMT ]Verizon will become the first U.S. carrier to offer roaming wireless service in Cuba.

'Artificial Pancreas' Works in Real-World Experiment[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 23:33:21 GMT ]The system uses a smartphone to help control blood sugar, and worked better than using separate devices, researchers say.

Crave giveaway: FurniQi wireless charging table from Fonesalesman[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 07:00:03 GMT ]Score an early prototype of a bamboo charging table that's headed to Indiegogo next month.

Sony says China's censorship laws are stifling PS4 sales[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 07:00:57 GMT ]The Japanese electronics giant launched the PS4 in China in March, but the strict censorship laws in the People's Republic are proving to be difficult to navigate, a company exec admits.

Watch an exoplanet orbit a distant star[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 07:50:13 GMT ]Astronomers have obtained direct images of an exoplanet moving around a star 63 light-years from Earth.

Burning Man couple claims housesitter put their apartment on Airbnb[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 09:13:22 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A San Francisco couple get an e-mail from one of their friends to tell them that they've just booked their home on Airbnb. But they say they never put their home on Airbnb.

Grand Theft Auto's TV drama and robot writers in CNET UK podcast 450[ Fri, 18 Sep 2015 10:18:18 GMT ]GTA-maker Rockstar isn't happy with its portrayal in a new BBC drama. Plus robots are writing choose-your-own-adventure books and much more in the UK's greatest tech podcast.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Apple Users Report Problems Downloading iOS 9[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 20:17:01 GMT ]When some iPhone and iPad users tried to download Apple's iOS 9 update on Wednesday, they got an error message instead of a new operating system.

First Manned Flight of Orion Spacecraft Delayed[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 20:34:45 GMT ]Orion's first crewed sojourn is officially targeted for launch in August 2021 but NASA says that could be pushed back by two years.

First Manned Flight of Orion Spacecraft Delayed[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 20:34:45 GMT ]Orion's first crewed sojourn is officially targeted for launch in August 2021 but NASA says that could be pushed back by two years.

Lyft Makes It Easier for You to Hail a Ride in China[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 22:28:56 GMT ]Lyft and Chinese peer Didi Kuaidi have formed a partnership to make it easier for people to get rides when they travel between the U.S. and China.

2nd Man Pleads Guilty in Massive Credit Card Hack[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 22:59:43 GMT ]The computer hacking scheme compromised more than 160 million credit card numbers and caused hundreds of millions of dollars in damages.

Ex-Microsoft employee sues company for gender discrimination[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 03:07:59 GMT ]Former technician files suit claiming she was passed over for jobs by less-qualified men during her seven years at Microsoft.

Taiwan's PC makers search for new cash cow[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 05:10:08 GMT ]The PC isn't dead, but, as computer makers Asus and Acer are discovering, it's increasingly unprofitable.

Dainty dwarf galaxy spills secrets about the early universe[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 06:49:15 GMT ]A faint dwarf galaxy neighbouring the Milky Way has been photographed in the highest resolution yet, helping provide valuable information about the early universe.

Quanta's relationship with Apple may be its saving grace[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 07:15:38 GMT ]Big orders from its top client are propping up the Taiwanese company in an increasingly tough market.

#IStandWithAhmed: Support grows for teen arrested for clock that 'looked like bomb'[ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 10:46:56 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Even President Obama tweets support for the young science enthusiast, inviting him to bring his clock to the White House.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Campaign Launched Against 'Harmful' Sex Robots[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 16:53:26 GMT ]They are yet to hit the shelves, but activists are already campaigning against the sale of so-called sex robots.

Snapchat Sells 'Replays' and Offers New Selfie Tool[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 19:10:40 GMT ]Snapchat users, it's time to up your selfie game. On Tuesday, the company announced new 'lenses' for animating images.

Russian Man Pleads Guilty in Major Hacking Scheme[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:27:16 GMT ]A Russian man has pleaded guilty to a role in a hacking scheme that authorities say involved stealing and selling 160m credit and debit card numbers.

Google Pledges $5.5 Million to Help European Migrants[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 22:22:17 GMT ]Google has launched a donation-matching campaign to raise $11 million to help the flood of migrants that have overwhelmed European nations.

Facebook Is Working on a 'Dislike' Button[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 07:43:48 GMT ]Facebook might finally give users the ability to 'dislike' things.

Snapchat's latest feature: Pay to replay a message that disappeared[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 10:36:15 GMT ]The hot social-networking startup is offering customers in the US the opportunity to re-watch photos and videos they've already seen, part of the latest effort to expand its business.

The moon is shrinking, and the Earth is shaping it[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 10:36:31 GMT ]As the moon's core cools and hardens, and the satellite settles into place, the shapes that form on its surface are actually influenced by Earth.

Uber's Asia rival GrabTaxi offers free supercar rides[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 10:45:29 GMT ]With Formula 1 coming to Singapore this weekend, GrabTaxi Singapore is letting users ride in style, with seven supercars roaming the streets at their service.

​Rockstar Games blasts 'random, made-up' Grand Theft Auto drama[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:20:14 GMT ]British drama "The Gamechangers" stars Daniel Radcliffe and tackles the 2002 controversy around GTA's violence and sex.

On Late Show visit, Apple's Tim Cook talks iPhone, Siri, Jobs[ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:25:21 GMT ]Apple's CEO goes to Colbert's show ahead of his company's big launch of its new iPhone next week.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

Prosthetic hand 'tells' the brain what it is touching[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:18:08 GMT ]Research on prosthetic hands has come a long way, but most of it has focused on improving the way the body controls the device.

Intel Forms Panel to Fight Against Car Hackers[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 19:34:07 GMT ]Intel has announced a task force to prevent hackers from accessing vehicles connected to the internet.

Obama to Confront Chinese President on Cyber: WH[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 20:19:59 GMT ]President Barack Obama will raise concerns about cyber security with Chinese President Xi Jinping when they meet in Washington later this month.

Indian PM to Take Part in Facebook Town Hall Q&A[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 20:40:22 GMT ]Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make a guest appearance at Facebook's Menlo Park, California, headquarters this month.

2 Charged in Multimillion-Dollar Text 'Cramming' Scheme[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 22:03:40 GMT ]Two men have been charged with helping to run a "cramming" scheme that defrauded unsuspecting mobile phone users of tens of millions of dollars.

Connected Car Technology Gets Big Test in Big Apple[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 00:06:35 GMT ]New York City will be the main testing ground for a smart device installed in vehicles to warn motorists of impending dangers and congestion.

Brain-connected prosthetic hand restores a paralysed man's sense of touch[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 02:59:17 GMT ]A mind-controlled prosthetic hand created by DARPA has now allowed a paralysed patient to feel physical sensations.

World's longest chain of continental volcanoes found hidden in Australia[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 06:53:54 GMT ]A newly discovered chain of continental volcanoes runs for over 2,000 kilometres up the eastern side of Australia.

Eight-legged transforming robot is inspired by fossils[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 07:14:11 GMT ]A horseshoe-shaped, eight-legged robot is part of a project to develop a robotic vehicle that can travel over rough terrain.

Six Japanese PlayStation 4 and Vita games that are worth trying[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 10:04:13 GMT ]Fancy gaming differently? Check out these translated Japanese games that offer something different to what you might be used to.

Facebook vows to help Germany combat racist, xenophobic content[ Tue, 15 Sep 2015 10:36:52 GMT ]The partnership comes after the country's chancellor urged the social network to do more to police hate posted directed at segments of the population.

A folding paper microscope? It's real[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:05:52 GMT ]Sometimes, inventors come up with things the world wants. The Rubik's Cube. iPhones. Snuggies. Then there are the things the world needs. The wheel. Penicillin. Anything with caffeine in it.

Bees get tiny backpacks[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:16:56 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:27:17 GMT ]

5 big Mario moments[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:53:03 GMT ]

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 18:59:52 GMT ]

People Share 9/11 Stories With #WhereWereYou Hashtag[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 16:52:08 GMT ]Fourteen years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, people on Twitter are sharing their stories with the #WhereWereYou hashtag.

Apple Ramps Up Cybersecurity With Its Latest Devices[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 20:19:33 GMT ]Apple's latest line of devices is expected to require a six-digit code, and sometimes a fingerprint, to access the features.

CVS: Photo Site User Info Exposed in July Hacking[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 21:47:15 GMT ]CVS says investigators have confirmed that the company that manages their photo website was indeed hacked this summer.

Zuckerberg-Backed School Redefining Education[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 14:53:09 GMT ]Altschool is backed by Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, as well as VC firms Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.

Get the Most Out of No-Contract Cellphone Plans[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 15:50:03 GMT ]Check out these suggestions from NerdWallet on buying a new iPhone.

Australian police get McLaren and Aston Martin supercars[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 02:41:33 GMT ]For a few weeks, police in New South Wales will get to drive around in style to help raise awareness for the Police Legacy charity.

New Artificial intelligence writes choose-your-own-adventure games[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 07:19:08 GMT ]An artificial intelligence called Scheherazade crowdsources data to put together plots for interactive stories.

Nintendo appoints new president, former Pokémon exec Tatsumi Kimishima[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 09:50:03 GMT ]Following the death of Satoru Iwata in July, the gaming giant has turned to the chairman of Nintendo of America.

Can't get your startup funded in Silicon Valley? Think Minnesota[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 11:22:07 GMT ]Minnesota's entrepreneurs are fiercely loyal to the North Star State and proud of its non-cutthroat, collaborative atmosphere. They also say it's easier to attract investors there.

2016 Chevrolet Camaro goes on a diet, hits 60 mph in 4.0 seconds[ Mon, 14 Sep 2015 11:31:30 GMT ]Chevrolet's sixth-generation Camaro may look familiar, but it's all new under the skin -- and it's lighter, quicker and more high-tech than before.

Britain's battleship of the future[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:15:03 GMT ]

Pluto on the horizon[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 14:05:28 GMT ]NASA's New Horizons spacecraft is the first ever mission to Pluto. It's due to arrive in July, 2015.

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 18:54:54 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:28:13 GMT ]Never let it be said that Elon Musk isn't full of ideas.

Billie Holiday returns to the Apollo -- as a hologram[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:28:32 GMT ]More than 56 years after her death, jazz singer Billie Holiday is returning to Harlem's famed Apollo Theater, as a hologram of sorts.

People Share 9/11 Stories With #WhereWereYou Hashtag[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 16:52:08 GMT ]Fourteen years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, people on Twitter are sharing their stories with the #WhereWereYou hashtag.

Apple Ramps Up Cybersecurity With Its Latest Devices[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 20:19:33 GMT ]Apple's latest line of devices is expected to require a six-digit code, and sometimes a fingerprint, to access the features.

CVS: Photo Site User Info Exposed in July Hacking[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 21:47:15 GMT ]CVS says investigators have confirmed that the company that manages their photo website was indeed hacked this summer.

Zuckerberg-Backed School Redefining Education[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 14:53:09 GMT ]Altschool is backed by Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, as well as VC firms Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.

Get the Most Out of No-Contract Cellphone Plans[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 15:50:03 GMT ]Check out these suggestions from NerdWallet on buying a new iPhone.

Microsoft's Surface is still an iPad, according to NBC's Al Michaels[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:15:55 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Despite so much Microsoft investment, and additional education for NFL announcers, even the most famous think all tablets are iPads.

What big eyes you have! The better to waste energy with, says new study[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 20:33:50 GMT ]A study from Sweden finds that blind cave fish may have lost their eyes as a way to use less energy. Do they make energy drinks for nonhumans?

Dream of video games in these exotic rental properties[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 22:22:54 GMT ]Get as close as you can to entering the worlds of Mario, Donkey Kong and other video games with these properties that resemble locations from several top PC, console and mobile games.

Visit your favorite video games with these vacation properties (pictures)[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 22:52:58 GMT ]From a cozy bed in a Donkey Kong barrel to a large mansion like Princess Peach's palace, these vacation properties whisk you away to the magical world of video games.

Go to the dark side of debt with this $28,500 'Star Wars' watch[ Sun, 13 Sep 2015 06:23:58 GMT ]If spending all your money getting the coolest stuff during Force Friday didn't already leave you bankrupt, this high-end Empire-themed watch from Devon will.

Britain's battleship of the future[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:15:03 GMT ]

Pluto on the horizon[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 14:05:28 GMT ]NASA's New Horizons spacecraft is the first ever mission to Pluto. It's due to arrive in July, 2015.

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 18:54:54 GMT ]

Elon Musk's new idea: Nuke Mars[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:28:13 GMT ]Never let it be said that Elon Musk isn't full of ideas.

Billie Holiday returns to the Apollo -- as a hologram[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:28:32 GMT ]More than 56 years after her death, jazz singer Billie Holiday is returning to Harlem's famed Apollo Theater, as a hologram of sorts.

Angry China Tells U.S.: Stop Saying We Hack You[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 13:14:01 GMT ]China reacted angrily on Friday following a call by America's top intelligence official for cyber security against China to be stepped up.

The Pokémon Franchise Is Coming to Mobile Devices[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 13:55:19 GMT ]Nintendo's enormously successful Pokémon franchise is coming to mobile devices in a free-to-play, augmented reality game due in 2016.

People Share 9/11 Stories With #WhereWereYou Hashtag[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 16:52:08 GMT ]Fourteen years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, people on Twitter are sharing their stories with the #WhereWereYou hashtag.

Apple Ramps Up Cybersecurity With Its Latest Devices[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 20:19:33 GMT ]Apple's latest line of devices is expected to require a six-digit code, and sometimes a fingerprint, to access the features.

CVS: Photo Site User Info Exposed in July Hacking[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 21:47:15 GMT ]CVS says investigators have confirmed that the company that manages their photo website was indeed hacked this summer.

Dollars and centuries: Watching money morph is enriching[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 23:10:48 GMT ]A new series of GIFs shows how US paper money has changed its look over 150 years. It's way more engrossing than it sounds.

Major Twitter investor says enough is enough. Hire a new CEO![ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 23:51:33 GMT ]Chris Sacca tweets again about the social network's slow CEO search. He still wants interim chief Jack Dorsey to take over permanently.

We talk about all the iPhone 6S, iPad Pro and Apple TV announcements[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 23:53:52 GMT ]It's our impressions and the stuff you didn't hear from Apple's keynote. Plus, a taco emoji in iOS 9.1. Yes, a taco emoji.

iPhone 6S preorders begin with initial glitches[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 08:03:23 GMT ]Preorders for Apple's two new smartphones were slated to begin online at 12:01 a.m. PT on Saturday, but the Apple Store online wouldn't load for some users for nearly an hour. The company's mobile app did work, however.

Apple's iPhone upgrade program: What you need to know[ Sat, 12 Sep 2015 12:00:05 GMT ]In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon looks into Apple's new program that lets customers upgrade their iPhone every year. How does it compare with similar programs from the big wireless carriers?

Is it OK to shoot down a drone over your backyard?[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 17:45:14 GMT ]

Chevy Malibu reports back to parents on teens' driving[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:14:43 GMT ]

Britain's battleship of the future[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:15:03 GMT ]

Pluto on the horizon[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 14:05:28 GMT ]NASA's New Horizons spacecraft is the first ever mission to Pluto. It's due to arrive in July, 2015.

They're here! New Horizons' best shots of Pluto[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 18:54:54 GMT ]

iPad Pro Takes Aim at Businesses[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 13:49:34 GMT ]Apple has frequently been successful with its home productivity products, but its forays into the pro and enterprise scene haven

Former Uber Driver Was An Employee: California Dept.[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:45:23 GMT ]Uber has lost another legal round in the dispute over whether its drivers are independent contractors or employees.

China Hits Wide Range of U.S. Cyber Interests: Clapper[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 15:22:37 GMT ]Chinese cyber espionage continues to target a 'broad spectrum of U.S. interests,' the U.S. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper said.

Info on 79K Cal State Students Exposed in Hack[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 19:31:37 GMT ]A data breach at a third-party vendor has exposed the personal information of 79,000 students at eight California State University campuses.

Obama Takes to Quora to Answer Questions About Iran[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 23:39:38 GMT ]The president answered questions about the Iran deal on the question-and-answer website Thursday, as the Senate blocked a resolution of disapproval.

Cancer patient receives 3D-printed sternum and ribs[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 05:23:27 GMT ]In the first surgical operation of its kind, a cancer patient has been fitted with a 3D-printed titanium sternum and ribs.

Sinuous 3D-printed didgeridoo embraces the player with sound[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 06:29:10 GMT ]3D printing has allowed the creation of a suite of instruments that explore the relationship between humans and the instruments we use to create music.

Crave giveaway: Grain Audio over-ear solid-wood headphones[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 07:00:03 GMT ]Win a pair of distinctive-looking headphones with ear cups made from wood. Normally, these 'phones would cost you $199, but this is your chance to get a pair for free.

eBay takes wraps off new membership program in Germany[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 07:01:02 GMT ]The service, eBay Plus, offers free shipping and returns for German customers, providing fresh competition for Amazon's popular Prime membership program.

Apple China hit with $10 million fine after underpaying taxes[ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 07:23:56 GMT ]The Californian tech giant's Chinese subsidiary was made to cough up around $80 million after underpaying its tax in 2013.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

A folding paper microscope? It's real[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:07:05 GMT ]Sometimes, inventors come up with things the world wants. The Rubik's Cube. iPhones. Snuggies. Then there are the things the world needs. The wheel. Penicillin. Anything with caffeine in it.

Is it OK to shoot down a drone over your backyard?[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 17:45:14 GMT ]

Chevy Malibu reports back to parents on teens' driving[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:14:43 GMT ]

Britain's battleship of the future[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 14:15:03 GMT ]

iDeal Bargains: Older Apple Gadgets Get a Price Cut[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 21:26:51 GMT ]Apple revealed a slew of new products on Wednesday, which means you can now get some of its older devices for less.

Want the New iPhone? Find the Best Plan for You[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 21:30:07 GMT ]Apple fans ready to shell out for the new iPhone will notice something different when trying to buy one this year: the lack of two-year contracts.

Agent Admits to Funneling Tech to Russian Military[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 21:36:36 GMT ]Alexander Fishenko, who founded Houston-based Arc Electronics in 1998, faced charges including conspiring to export microelectronics to Russia.

New Apple TV Announcement Boasts Siri Search and Better Interactivity[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 22:13:44 GMT ]The latest Apple TV boasts smoother interactivity and a Siri search function, but with a higher price tag. NBC's Julianne Pepitone reports.

It's a Bust: Amazon Discontinues the Fire Phone[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 22:43:18 GMT ]On the same day that Apple unveiled its latest iPhone models, Amazon admitted that it did not plan to continue its Fire Phone.

Apple tries to make a woman smile, doesn't exactly succeed[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:25:24 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: During Apple's event, a Photoshop demonstration could have featured anything. Instead, well you know that thing about too few women in tech?

Human, raven and thylacine skulls join Fire & Bone[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 06:07:09 GMT ]Fire & Bone has returned with its third collection of tiny decorative skulls. The cream of the crop? A human skull with an articulated jaw.

Pay what you want for Neil Gaiman rarities on Humble Bundle[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 06:44:56 GMT ]Rare, never-before-published books, poems, comics, speeches and more (including a novel about the band Duran Duran) by author Neil Gaiman are now available digitally on Humble Bundle.

Lasers turn asteroids into space rockets[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 07:41:32 GMT ]Experiments have demonstrated that it's possible to de-spin and redirect asteroids with high-powered lasers.

Niche wireless provider ROK Mobile preps Netflix-like mobile video service[ Thu, 10 Sep 2015 11:25:09 GMT ]The small wireless reseller plans to launch the service in the first quarter, but didn't provide pricing details.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

A folding paper microscope? It's real[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:07:05 GMT ]Sometimes, inventors come up with things the world wants. The Rubik's Cube. iPhones. Snuggies. Then there are the things the world needs. The wheel. Penicillin. Anything with caffeine in it.

Is it OK to shoot down a drone over your backyard?[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 17:45:14 GMT ]

Disney Teams Up With Amazon and Microsoft[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:31:12 GMT ]Disney has signed agreements with Amazon and Microsoft that will allow them to use its cloud-based digital movie service.

Want the New iPhone? Find the Best Plan for You[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 16:37:59 GMT ]Apple fans ready to shell out for the new iPhone will notice something different when trying to buy one this year: the lack of two-year contracts.

'Star Wars' Luxury Watch Costs as Much as a Car[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 21:09:09 GMT ]At last there's a way to outdo your "Star Wars" nerd friends and your watch nerd friends — at the same time.

Anti-Virus Creator John McAfee Running for President[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 07:19:38 GMT ]Anti-virus creator John McAfee, the millionaire ex-fugitive from Belize, filed paperwork Tuesday to run for president as a third-party candidate.

iPad Pro or No? The Apple Launch Is Here[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 11:53:45 GMT ]It's the most wonderful time of the year ... for Apple fans. Here are the most credible rumors.

3D-printed machine sorts Skittles by colour[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 06:57:07 GMT ]An Arduino-powered DIY project uses a colour sensor to automatically sort and separate Skittles.

Today's iPhone 6S event: Start time, where to watch the live blog and how to stream[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 08:00:03 GMT ]Everything you need to know leading up to Apple's big iPhone 6S event.

Samsung reportedly slashing jobs as profits shrink[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 10:04:34 GMT ]The South Korean electronics giant looks to cut staff in human resources, finance and PR following seven straight quarters of declining profits.

Samsung denies reports that it's making significant staff cuts[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 10:33:31 GMT ]Responding to a report that it's cutting 10 percent of its staff, Samsung's CFO says the company are simply relocating workers.

Asus rewards fans in India with early release for ZenFone 2 Laser[ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 11:28:11 GMT ]In a canny bit of online marketing, the Taiwanese electronics giant pushed forward the phone's release date after it received over 30,000 pre-orders.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

A folding paper microscope? It's real[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:07:05 GMT ]Sometimes, inventors come up with things the world wants. The Rubik's Cube. iPhones. Snuggies. Then there are the things the world needs. The wheel. Penicillin. Anything with caffeine in it.

Fiat Chrysler Recalls 7,800 SUVs Over Hacking Concerns[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:06:49 GMT ]Fiat Chrysler is recalling 7,810 sport utility vehicles in the United States to update software for radios to prevent hacking.

Japan Creates Google Street View Just for Cats[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:44:24 GMT ]Google's most popular mapping features is now available for everyone's favorite furry felines.

New Global War Front Takes Shape in Cyberspace[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 10:12:23 GMT ]The budget to support the U.S. government's cybersecurity efforts is $14 billion for fiscal 2016, about 10 percent more than 2015.

Why Apple's Car Could Take Years to Hit the Road[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 14:44:11 GMT ]For tech gear lovers waiting to rip the roads in Apple's eagerly-awaited car, there's good news and bad news.

Modern Libraries Go Past Books to 3-D Printers, Lasers[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 16:32:20 GMT ]Modern libraries are keeping up with the times and expanding way past books -- to 3-D printers, laser cutters, robotics classes and much more.

Netflix reportedly launching in South Korea next January[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 06:15:58 GMT ]A week after launching in Japan, Netflix looks to expand its streaming service into South Korea next year.

Comet-exploring 'Hedgehog' robot goes for a microgravity tumble[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 07:00:28 GMT ]NASA has tested two prototypes of its "Hedgehog" robot concept to see how they perform in microgravity.

Canon promises 120-megapixel camera -- and super-sharp video, too[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 11:35:07 GMT ]Forthcoming SLR and videocamera models should capture much more detailed imagery. And the Japanese camera maker can now photograph and reprint the texture of subjects, not just the color.

Raspberry Pi gets an official ​7-inch touchscreen[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 11:38:34 GMT ]The cheap micro-computer now has a touchscreen to build a basic tablet or control your Pi-powered creations.

Verizon to be first to field-test crazy-fast 5G wireless[ Tue, 08 Sep 2015 12:00:05 GMT ]It expects "some level of commercial deployment" to begin in 2017 for next-generation wireless. That's much earlier than the common industry belief that 2020 will mark the start.

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

Samsung's Sleep Tracker Tells Your Smart Home You're Awake[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 21:57:05 GMT ]Sleep tracking gadgets are a sign of the growing "smart home" trend, and Samsung has just put out one of its own.

Fiat Chrysler Recalls 7,800 SUVs Over Hacking Concerns[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:06:49 GMT ]Fiat Chrysler is recalling 7,810 sport utility vehicles in the United States to update software for radios to prevent hacking.

Japan Creates Google Street View Just for Cats[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:44:24 GMT ]Google's most popular mapping features is now available for everyone's favorite furry felines.

New Global War Front Takes Shape in Cyberspace[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 10:12:23 GMT ]The budget to support the U.S. government's cybersecurity efforts is $14 billion for fiscal 2016, about 10 percent more than 2015.

Why Apple's Car Could Take Years to Hit the Road[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 14:44:11 GMT ]For tech gear lovers waiting to rip the roads in Apple's eagerly-awaited car, there's good news and bad news.

Feeling sad could change how you see colours[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 07:09:30 GMT ]New research has shown that you might not just be feeling blue, you may also be seeing it differently.

Four mega popular messaging apps you've probably never heard of[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 07:49:00 GMT ]Want to sell your goods while chatting to friends? China's got the app for you. Need a messenger with 10,000 emoticons? Line from Japan has you covered.

​Canon's 250-megapixel sensor powers eagle-eyed camera[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 11:14:52 GMT ]Technology in the super high resolution design could trickle down to consumer products in coming years -- but Canon fans should think twice before boasting about the achievement.

Continuing downward spiral, HTC is removed from Taiwan's Top 50 index[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 11:56:18 GMT ]The Taiwanese smartphone pioneer is dropped from the country's top 50 stock index as its market share and stock price continue to dwindle.

Selling your old iPhone: Online vs. in-store trade-ins[ Mon, 07 Sep 2015 12:00:03 GMT ]With Apple expected to unveil its new iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus this week, CNET's Marguerite Reardon offers advice on getting some money for your old one.

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

Samsung's Sleep Tracker Tells Your Smart Home You're Awake[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 21:57:05 GMT ]Sleep tracking gadgets are a sign of the growing "smart home" trend, and Samsung has just put out one of its own.

Fiat Chrysler Recalls 7,800 SUVs Over Hacking Concerns[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:06:49 GMT ]Fiat Chrysler is recalling 7,810 sport utility vehicles in the United States to update software for radios to prevent hacking.

Japan Creates Google Street View Just for Cats[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:44:24 GMT ]Google's most popular mapping features is now available for everyone's favorite furry felines.

New Global War Front Takes Shape in Cyberspace[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 10:12:23 GMT ]The budget to support the U.S. government's cybersecurity efforts is $14 billion for fiscal 2016, about 10 percent more than 2015.

Why Apple's Car Could Take Years to Hit the Road[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 14:44:11 GMT ]For tech gear lovers waiting to rip the roads in Apple's eagerly-awaited car, there's good news and bad news.

Rights groups want Twitter to reverse ban on political-watchdog tool[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 16:14:30 GMT ]Nearly 20 organizations write an open letter demanding that the social network restore Politwoops, a tool that captures politicians' deleted tweets.

IBM gets Watson to sound like Stephen Hawking[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 18:42:35 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: In new ads meant to promote its supercomputer's essential charming helpfulness, Watson's narration sounds a touch familiar.

iPhone stops bullet during mugging[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 20:04:29 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Police say a student at Fresno State was being robbed when his assailant fired at him and his iPhone came to the rescue.

The 'Star Wars' toy that made me a geek[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 21:15:35 GMT ]Commentary: One "Star Wars" toy shaped CNET's Bonnie Burton as a geek. As "Force Friday" passes, she fondly recalls stumbling upon a discarded action figure that changed her life forever.

Sphero BB-8 teardown reveals its robot tech inside the rolling 'Star Wars' droid[ Sun, 06 Sep 2015 02:54:34 GMT ]The Sphero BB-8 toy may not be powered by the Force, but Bill Detwiler cracks this rolling robot open to show you the tech inside.

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

Spotify Rolls Out 'Plain Language' Privacy Policy[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 19:32:34 GMT ]Spotify promised last month to revamp an update to its privacy policy after the new terms sparked backlash, and that update-to-the-update is now here.

Samsung's Sleep Tracker Tells Your Smart Home You're Awake[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 21:57:05 GMT ]Sleep tracking gadgets are a sign of the growing "smart home" trend, and Samsung has just put out one of its own.

Fiat Chrysler Recalls 7,800 SUVs Over Hacking Concerns[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:06:49 GMT ]Fiat Chrysler is recalling 7,810 sport utility vehicles in the United States to update software for radios to prevent hacking.

Japan Creates Google Street View Just for Cats[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:44:24 GMT ]Google's most popular mapping features is now available for everyone's favorite furry felines.

New Global War Front Takes Shape in Cyberspace[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 10:12:23 GMT ]The budget to support the U.S. government's cybersecurity efforts is $14 billion for fiscal 2016, about 10 percent more than 2015.

Hello, Galaxy house: Why your smart home is Samsung's next big thing[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 21:27:49 GMT ]The company is banking on the fact that you'll eventually want everything in your home to talk to each other. Guess what? Samsung already builds a lot of those things.

The last word before Apple's Sept. 9th event[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:21:01 GMT ]Is Apple looking for exclusive content like Netflix or Amazon? It's everything you can expect to see at Apple's Sept. 9th keynote.

2016 Jaguar XF InControl Touch Pro and TFT gauge cluster (pictures)[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 22:30:07 GMT ]Jaguar's all-new 2016 XF sedan features available InControl Touch Pro infotainment, which incorporates a quad-core Intel processor, a 12.1-inch touchscreen and a 60-gigabyte solid-state drive. The new system also upgrades the analog gauge cluster to a sharp TFT display and can work in conjunction with a laser head-up display.

​Toyota investing $50M to research cars that can think for themselves[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:19:14 GMT ]​Toyota announced a $50 million, five-year collaboration with Stanford and MIT's artificial intelligence research labs.

Rights groups want Twitter to reverse ban on political watchdog group[ Sat, 05 Sep 2015 02:43:48 GMT ]Nearly 20 organizations write an open letter demanding that the social network restore Politwoops, a tool that captures politicians' deleted tweets.

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

What Facebook's 1 billion number really means[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 16:19:25 GMT ]

Star Wars BB-8 Droid Will Be the Gift All Young Jedi Crave[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 18:57:45 GMT ]"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" is sure to be one of the biggest blockbusters in years, and it's coming out on December 18 — perfect timing for kids to

Google App Lets You Create 360-Degree Street View[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 19:30:15 GMT ]Google is releasing a new Street View app -- a tool people can use to create their own 360-degree panoramas.

Ex-Tesla Employee Charged With Posting Confidential Info[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 20:31:59 GMT ]A former Tesla engineer is accused of accessing his manager's email account and posting confidential information online.

Australia Deploys Robots to Kill Reef-Eating Starfish[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 20:42:42 GMT ]The Great Barrier Reef is under attack from hungry hordes of Crown-of-Thorns starfish, but Australia has an answer: killer robots.

Feds Impose New Limits on Cell Phone Trackers[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 21:11:01 GMT ]The little-known devices, sometimes called Stingrays, emit the same kind of radio signal as cellular telephone phone towers, tricking phones into relaying their electronic signatures.

Facebook's WhatsApp hits 900 million active monthly users[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 07:22:43 GMT ]The messaging app, which has added 100 million new users in the past four months, has experienced 50 percent growth in the past year.

X-ray of a fossil finds other fossils inside[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 07:35:41 GMT ]An X-ray scan of a fossilised sea urchin revealed a large number of fossilised clams inside.

Cats don't need their owners, researchers say[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 07:53:25 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A group of UK researchers insists that cats are just fine on their own. They don't get a sense of security from specific humans.

We scream, you scream, we all scream for slow-melt ice cream (Tomorrow Daily 237)[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 10:48:52 GMT ]Ashley and Khail get excited about the possibility of slow-melting ice cream and discuss a non-profit company offering VR experiences for special needs kids. And they show off Land Rover's new "Transparent Trailer" prototype.

Become a life-size collectible toy with this action figure beach blanket[ Fri, 04 Sep 2015 11:31:39 GMT ]You'll feel like you're still in mint condition with this blanket that mimics an action figure package, complete with an area to place your accessories. The Kung Fu grip option is up to you.

Britain's battleship of the future[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:33:01 GMT ]

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

World's biggest selfie to be taken in Australia[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:27:57 GMT ]The trouble with selfies... OK, one of the troubles with selfies, is it's so hard to see anything past that grimacing face bang, slap in the center.

Has Stephen Hawking solved the mystery of black holes?[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:25:38 GMT ]Black holes have a way of capturing our imagination. That's why when Stephen Hawking recently talked about them the media went wild.

Sony's Z5 Smartphone Series Revamps Cameras and Goes 4K[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 19:24:01 GMT ]A week ahead of the expected arrival of the latest iPhones, Sony has announced its new flagship smartphones: the Z5, Z5 Premium, and Z5 Compact.

Tesla's Model 3 to Cost $35K, Preorders Start in March[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:43:57 GMT ]Tesla's long-awaited mass-market car, the Model 3, now has a price and debut plan courtesy of the company's founder, Elon Musk.

Next Thing Your Phone May Detect: Boredom[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:04:02 GMT ]In addition to collecting location, bandwidth use, steps taken, altitude, and ten other metrics, your phone may soon also track when you're bored.

Sony Settles Lawsuit Filed by Workers Over 'Interview' Hack[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:49:17 GMT ]Sony Pictures has settled with nine former employees who had filed a lawsuit claiming that their personal data was stolen in a 2014 hack.

This Is the First Item Ever Sold on eBay[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 08:34:15 GMT ]As the online marketplace celebrates its 20th anniversary, a look back at the unlikely item that helped launch the brand.

Samsung wants to track your sleep and smartly wash your clothes[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 10:50:37 GMT ]The South Korean electronics giant unveils a SleepSense sleep tracker and gives more details about its second-generation SmartThings home automation device.

The giant blue 'eyes' of the Prawn Nebula[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:12:19 GMT ]Two rare blue stars ionise the gas in the Prawn Nebula, allowing it to emit its own spectacular light.

Samsung debuts world's first ultra-high definition Blu-ray player[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:29:15 GMT ]The device will launch in Europe early next year, and the company also showed off new speakers and talked up a streaming gaming service.

PCs and tablets flip and twist their way through IFA 2015[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:30:06 GMT ]Join our CNET Editors on a tour of the PCs and tablets catching our eye at the IFA 2015 tech show in Berlin.

Elon Musk reveals when you can order a Tesla Model 3 electric car[ Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:33:29 GMT ]Tesla's CEO tweets a few details about the company's upcoming electric car, billed as more affordable than its predecessor, including when it should hit the market.

5 things to know about the next iPhone[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:29:06 GMT ]

How disaster technology is saving lives[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:35:41 GMT ]

Britain's battleship of the future[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:33:01 GMT ]

China, Russia amassing personal info seized in hacks for counter-intelligence[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 13:38:57 GMT ]Chinese and Russian intelligence services are collecting personally identifiable information on a grand scale so they can target American government workers for counter-intelligence, a U.S. official told CNN Tuesday.

How small states prepare for cyber-war[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 15:41:49 GMT ]With Russian tanks and rebels firmly lodged in eastern Ukraine, Eastern Europe has been on high alert for months. As Russian bombers intermittently skirt or trespass Western airspace -- and a foreign submarine was reported to be hiding out in waters just off Stockholm last year -- the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have ramped up expenditures on armored personnel carriers, mobile missile launchers and other hardware to defend their borders.

Twitter Offers Working Moms Free Breast Milk Shipping[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 20:26:02 GMT ]Twitter is now offering its employees free breast milk deliveries when they travel on business trips.

Woman in India Ends Rape Lawsuit Against Uber[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 20:39:33 GMT ]A woman who sued Uber after accusing one of its drivers of raping her in India has voluntarily ended her lawsuit against the company.

U.S. Judge Gives Uber Drivers Class Action Status[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 20:43:29 GMT ]A judge said on Tuesday Uber drivers are entitled to class action status in litigation over whether they are independent contractors or employees.

Feds to Spend $133M on ID Theft Services in OPM Hack[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 22:40:58 GMT ]The Obama administration will spend more than $133 million to provide ID theft protection services to the 21.5 million victims of the OPM hack.

Robin Smartphone Is Cloud-Powered Alternative to the Usuals[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 22:54:39 GMT ]Apple and Samsung make good phones, but they're also something of a boring choice these days. Why not try something new?

Acer targets gamers with new Predator 6 smartphone, Predator Projector[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 10:27:07 GMT ]The Android phone will be available early next year -- but in a limited number of markets. And the gaming projector will hit in mid- to late-2016, an Acer executive tells CNET.

Intel's Skylake chips will power PCs as thin as tablets, compute sticks[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 10:50:06 GMT ]The company highlighted new Windows 10 devices using its new processors -- including an updated Intel Compute Stick -- during a press conference at the IFA electronics show in Berlin.

Acer buys Xplova to help cyclists track their rides[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 10:54:14 GMT ]Acer says it has bought the maker of a bicycle GPS tracker that currently has 15,000 users.

40 percent of moms avoid family photos because they don't like the way they look, survey says[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 11:00:03 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Many moms who use their cell phones to take family photos say they don't like being in them. Some said they need alcohol to allow themselves to be in them.

Sixth-gen Core chips, sensors for drones and overclocking among Intel's newest tech (pictures)[ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 11:01:39 GMT ]Intel has shown off its recent endeavours at the IFA trade show in Berlin. We show you the most important tech from the US chipmaker.

Toucan gets a new beak thanks to technology[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:05:19 GMT ]

Flamethrowers spark Second Amendment debate[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:11:47 GMT ]

Floyd Mayweather pulls up to work in $4.8M hypercar[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:28:44 GMT ]

5 things to know about the next iPhone[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:29:06 GMT ]

How disaster technology is saving lives[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:35:41 GMT ]

New Samsung Smartwatch Has Round Face, Better Battery[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 21:33:16 GMT ]Samsung is juicing up its smartwatch with a circular face and more battery life than the Apple Watch.

Next Stop for Google's Self-Driving Cars: Austin[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 22:39:15 GMT ]Google is bringing its prototype self-driving cars to Austin, Texas, for a road test.

Ex-Secret Service Agent Admits $820K Bitcoin Theft[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 23:48:00 GMT ]A former federal agent has pleaded guilty to diverting money to his personal account during an investigation into online drug marketplace Silk Road.

Dad Goes Viral, But Must Wait Weeks for $167K in Cash[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 09:47:57 GMT ]A refugee who was pictured selling pens on the street has been given almost $170,000 but must wait up to three more weeks before he can get the money.

Yahoo CEO to Have Twins, Vows 'Limited Time Away'[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 10:05:47 GMT ]Marissa Mayer's pregnancy comes at a critical time for Yahoo.

Apple said to be exploring making its own movies and TV shows[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 04:01:36 GMT ]Original content could be a valuable addition to a much-hinted-at Web-based subscription TV service.

Indian government accuses Google of unfair and uncompetitive practices[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 05:49:05 GMT ]India's business watchdog has filed a report that calls the legitimacy of Google's search results into question, raising similar complaints to the US' FTC and European Union's EC in years past.

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer announces she's pregnant with twins[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 06:26:33 GMT ]As with the birth of her son three years ago, Mayer writes that she plans to limit the amount of maternity leave she takes.

Shouting about games: When e-sport commentators turn pro[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 09:31:05 GMT ]Video games are now watched online by hundreds of millions of people. We speak to one "shoutcaster" about his path from passionate fan to professional e-sport commentator for the online game League of Legends.

Inrix pinpoints dangerous roads from crowdsourced car sensors[ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 10:45:45 GMT ]Traffic data aggregator Inrix launches its Road Weather service today, using sensor data from cars to pinpoint roads made dangerous by bad weather.

Toucan gets a new beak thanks to technology[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:05:19 GMT ]

Flamethrowers spark Second Amendment debate[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:11:47 GMT ]

Floyd Mayweather pulls up to work in $4.8M hypercar[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:28:44 GMT ]

5 things to know about the next iPhone[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:29:06 GMT ]

How disaster technology is saving lives[ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 17:35:41 GMT ]