Keep warm with Darth Vader, Deadpool, MST3K Yule log videos (pictures) - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 22:58:00 GMT ]Spend the evening in front of a soothing fireplace alongside actor Nick Offerman, reality stars, cat celebrities, adorable hamsters, heckling robots and even Deadpool and Darth Vader.

Say sayonara to AT&T's two-year phone plan - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 23:10:05 GMT ]It was the cornerstone of phone plans for decades. Now AT&T is pushing a new type of plan, where you either pay off or rent your phone. Or you can pay the full price up front.

Is the iPhone getting a new screen? - CNET[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 00:05:03 GMT ]The latest round of rumors says Apple will be changing the screen technology in its iPhones.

Instacart grocery delivery service raises prices - CNET[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 00:31:01 GMT ]Citing the cost of improving its services, along with a changing market, the San Francisco-based startup will soon start charging more to deliver groceries to your door.

Let science save you from a whopper of a hangover - CNET[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 00:42:34 GMT ]Planning to party New Year's Eve? If so, check out this new video from the American Chemical Society, which has some pro tips for enjoying the buzz without the blech.

How asteroids can help us reach Mars[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:09:55 GMT ]

After the apocalypse: Inside Arctic vault that could help keep humanity alive[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:10:37 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you don't know[ Mon, 28 Dec 2015 19:09:21 GMT ]

Air Force: Laser-armed fighter jets by 2020[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 19:23:46 GMT ]The invention of guns took warfare to a whole new level. Later, airplanes radically changed it again. Now, experts say another big shift is coming, led by energy weapons, including lasers.

Hoverboards: Ban won't stop the wheels[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 22:21:05 GMT ]Richard Bulliet: The self-balancing vehicles that are fast becoming a craze are illegal in the United Kingdom and banned in New York City, but here to stay.

NYPD Commish: Hoverboard Riders 'Out of Their Mind'[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 22:51:11 GMT ]The police department plans to review any new regulations governing the hot sellers.

NYPD Commish: Hoverboard Riders 'Out of Their Mind'[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 23:03:00 GMT ]The police department plans to review any new regulations governing the hot sellers.

No Wheels Here: ArcaBoard is a Real Hoverboard[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 23:36:00 GMT ]So-called "hoverboards" may have been one of the hot gifts this holiday season, but they don't really hover. The ArcaBoard does.

Lawsuit Against Facebook Certified as Class Action[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 00:04:00 GMT ]Two shareholder lawsuits accuse Facebook of hiding concerns about its growth forecasts prior to the company's initial public offering in 2012.

Disney's 'VertiGo' Robot Climbs Walls With Ease[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 00:31:20 GMT ]The VertiGo robot from Disney Research and ETH Zurich can climb walls like a champ thanks to a non-traditional mode of propelling itself.

This amazing Lego Millennium Falcon took a year to build - CNET[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 23:35:14 GMT ]A Star Wars fan spent a year planning and building a polished and detailed Lego Millennium Falcon that definitely has it where it counts.

Twitter updates rules to combat abusive behavior, hateful conduct - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 00:58:00 GMT ]The social media site revises its user rule in an effort to curb online abuse and threats.

Russell Crowe rages against airline hoverboard ban - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 01:00:05 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: The famous actor wasn't impressed when Virgin Australia told him that his two kids' hoverboards weren't allowed on the plane. He also has a very novel name for the hoverboards.

Astronaut dials the wrong number from space - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 03:21:59 GMT ]When your phone rings randomly during the holidays, pick it up. It could be British astronaut Tim Peake calling you from the International Space Station.

Apple has art tips for a budding Ansel Adams or Pablo Picasso - CNET[ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 08:00:03 GMT ]In-store workshops will teach consumers at all skill levels how to use a variety of apps to capture images more creatively.

How asteroids can help us reach Mars[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:09:55 GMT ]

After the apocalypse: Inside Arctic vault that could help keep humanity alive[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:10:37 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you don't know[ Mon, 28 Dec 2015 19:09:21 GMT ]

Hoverboards: Ban won't stop the wheels[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 19:02:15 GMT ]Richard Bulliet: The self-balancing vehicles that are fast becoming a craze are illegal in the United Kingdom and banned in New York City, but here to stay.

Air Force: Laser-armed fighter jets by 2020[ Tue, 29 Dec 2015 19:23:46 GMT ]The invention of guns took warfare to a whole new level. Later, airplanes radically changed it again. Now, experts say another big shift is coming, led by energy weapons, including lasers.

Drone Battle's Next Front: Your Local Government[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 20:07:00 GMT ]As the FAA continues to craft rules for using drones, conflict has arisen over what role state and local governments should have in the process.

Kids' Tablets Grow Up as Competition Increases[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 21:10:00 GMT ]The new products have more features, better screens, speedier chips and fashionably slim bodies.

DraftKings, FanDuel Sue in Illinois to Declare Games Legal[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 02:13:00 GMT ]The suits were filed a day after the Illinois attorney general outlawed them as illegal sports gambling.

Unmanned Aircraft Take Off Across Industries[ Sat, 26 Dec 2015 08:27:00 GMT ]Drones are one of this year's most buzzed-about holiday gifts, but they aren't just for personal use — they're revolutionizing the world around us.

Taking Your New Drone to A National Park? Not So Fast[ Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:28:32 GMT ]Some drone operators found out about regulations the hard way, as the parks try to deal with the new technology.

'Deadpool' makes our Christmas dreams come true with new trailers - CNET[ Sat, 26 Dec 2015 17:07:57 GMT ]Check out our round up of trailers, script sneak peeks, teasers, and even emojis of the Merc with the Mouth. And yes, we even include the NSFW trailer for those who prefer their Deadpool intake without a filter.

Flying car best gadget of the future, Volvo console worst, says survey - CNET[ Sat, 26 Dec 2015 17:19:17 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A social media platform called GI Gadgets identifies the five best and five worst gadgets of the future. The selections are bracing.

Best mobile games of 2015 (pictures) - CNET[ Sat, 26 Dec 2015 19:00:03 GMT ]It's been a spectacular year in mobile gaming, with some truly creative titles hitting our devices. Here, in no particular order, are our favourite mobile games of 2015.

Christmas glitch allowed Steam users to see others' personal info - CNET[ Sat, 26 Dec 2015 22:49:06 GMT ]Valve's gaming platform experienced connectivity issues along with a brief privacy breach in the midst of the digital storefront's winter sale.

Apple wants Samsung to cough up $180M more in patent dispute - CNET[ Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:18:16 GMT ]Just when it seemed like the smartphone rivals had finally agreed on a dollar figure for damages in the years-old case, Apple files a supplemental bill.

Astronaut phones wrong number from space[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 12:52:52 GMT ]Earth to astronaut Tim Peake: Check the phone number before you dial. Otherwise the person you reach is likely to think you're some kind of nut case.

Elon Musk vs. Jeff Bezos: Who's going to win in space?[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:06:54 GMT ]

NASA's next Mars mission suspended[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:08:12 GMT ]

How asteroids can help us reach Mars[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:09:55 GMT ]

After the apocalypse: Inside Arctic vault that could help keep humanity alive[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 16:10:37 GMT ]

How to Track Santa Claus Online on Christmas Eve[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 17:20:00 GMT ]He sees you when you're sleeping, he knows when you're awake, but even Santa Claus can't escape the all-knowing Google and NORAD.

Here's What Made Obama's Christmas Spotify Playlist[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 19:06:00 GMT ]How does the Obama family celebrate Christmas?

Drone Battle's Next Front: Your Local Government[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 20:07:00 GMT ]As the FAA continues to craft rules for using drones, conflict has arisen over what role state and local governments should have in the process.

Kids' Tablets Grow Up as Competition Increases[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 21:10:00 GMT ]The new products have more features, better screens, speedier chips and fashionably slim bodies.

DraftKings, FanDuel Sue in Illinois to Declare Games Legal[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 02:13:00 GMT ]The suits were filed a day after the Illinois attorney general outlawed them as illegal sports gambling.

How 'The Force Awakens' makes things tough for the next Star Wars films - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 18:25:29 GMT ]After retooling Star Trek, J.J. Abrams left a few headaches for the creators of its next films. Will his Star Wars movie be a similarly hard act to follow?

Most anticipated tech of 2016 - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 19:53:29 GMT ]With another year gone by, it's once again time to look ahead to what new products we're looking forward to next year.

13 things I learned from 'The Force Awakens' - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 23:27:49 GMT ]Harrison Ford just can't resist a treasure map, can he? Oh, and Star Wars is British now.

Taco shop turns robbery footage into hilarious commercial - CNET[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 01:17:46 GMT ]Burglars just want tacos! When robbers break into Frijoles & Frecas Grilled Tacos, the store's manager transforms the crime footage into a viral sensation.

The 404 Show 1642: The year in television with TV Guide Editors Adam Bryant and Sadie Gennis (podcast) - CNET[ Fri, 25 Dec 2015 11:00:03 GMT ]Jeff and Russ sit down with TVGuide.com editors Adam Bryant and Sadie Gennis to discuss the best and worst television of 2015.

Scientists find first biofluorescent reptile[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:08:10 GMT ]

'Frozen zoo' for endangered species[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:10:33 GMT ]

Please, stop forcing 'Star Wars' on me[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:27:44 GMT ]Star Wars, Star Wars, Star Wars!

'The Force Awakens' the critics[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:38:18 GMT ]After favorable initial reactions from Twitter, reviews from film critics seem to confirm an overwhelmingly positive response to "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

Amtrak activates speed-control system[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 17:13:21 GMT ]Amtrak rails between New York and Philadelphia are now equipped with a speed-control and collision-avoidance system.

Is a Christmas Eve Asteroid Really Threatening Earth?[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 19:51:00 GMT ]At its closest approach, asteroid 2003 SD220 will be about 6.6 million miles from Earth — about 27 times farther than the moon is from Earth.

Data at Risk: 2015 Was a Year Full of Memorable Hacks[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 20:09:00 GMT ]From the Office of Personnel Management to Ashley Madison, data breaches repeatedly grabbed the headlines in 2015.

Solar Plane Hopes to Resume Round-the-World Trip in Spring[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 20:49:01 GMT ]Solar Impulse 2, the sun-powered plane that set records for endurance flight in June and July, may take to the skies again in the spring.

Big Easy Button: App Fights Crime in New Orleans[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 21:34:00 GMT ]French Quarter dwellers can press a button to summon off-duty cops in souped-up golf carts.

Hyatt Reports Malware on Hotel Payment Systems[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 23:35:10 GMT ]Hyatt announced on Wednesday that it had "recently identified malware on computers that operate the payment processing systems."

Hilarious drunken Star Wars recap stars Richard Gere and Yoda the chupacabra - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:19:17 GMT ]The wine is strong as a woman delivers an alcohol-induced Star Wars narrative, despite never having seen a single film in the franchise.

We pick our favorite video games of the year (Tomorrow Daily 292 show notes) - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 01:11:14 GMT ]Jeff, Ashley and Producer Logan make a list of the five best games 2015 had to offer. There are some big surprises here, and maybe some major omissions, so get our your finest rage-o-meters.

Christmas present to the world: A rare holiday full moon - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 03:32:36 GMT ]Rudolph will have some help lighting St. Nick's journey from the North Pole this year and you can look out for the big guy right here.

Twitter envisions drones controlled by your tweets - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 06:00:14 GMT ]Microblogging company granted patent for unmanned aerial vehicle piloted by users' likes, tweets and replies.

How 'The Force Awakens' makes things tough for the next Star Wars films - CNET[ Thu, 24 Dec 2015 11:01:56 GMT ]J.J. Abrams left a few headaches for the creators of the next Star Trek film. Could Episode VII cause the same problems for the creators of Episodes VIII and IX?

'Best chance for life outside our solar system'[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:06:27 GMT ]

Scientists find first biofluorescent reptile[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:08:10 GMT ]

'Frozen zoo' for endangered species[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:10:33 GMT ]

Please, stop forcing 'Star Wars' on me[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:27:44 GMT ]Star Wars, Star Wars, Star Wars!

'The Force Awakens' the critics[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:38:18 GMT ]After favorable initial reactions from Twitter, reviews from film critics seem to confirm an overwhelmingly positive response to "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

Google Tests Password-Free Logins Using Just Your Phone[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 20:10:00 GMT ]Google is testing out a new way to log into its services that requires just a couple taps on your phone.

Here's Why the SpaceX Rocket Landing Is Such a Big Deal[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 21:33:00 GMT ]For fans of "Star Wars" and other science-fiction movies, landing a rocket seems like no big deal. But it's much more difficult in real life.

Sanrio Fixes Security Hole in 'Hello Kitty' Fan Database[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 21:50:00 GMT ]Sanrio, creator of Hello Kitty and other popular characters, confirmed the existence of (and fixes to) a security vulnerability that exposed millions.

Judge Rules Kim Dotcom Can Be Extradited to U.S.[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 03:25:00 GMT ]Lawyers for Dotcom, who's been fighting U.S. charges for years, immediately vowed to appeal, saying, "Justice was not served today."

No Sick Days or Strikes: China Bets on a Robot Revolution[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 09:29:00 GMT ]China will soon be home to more than a third of the world's robots, as the automation revolution hits the world's reigning manufacturing powerhouse.

We pick our favorite technology of the year (Tomorrow Daily 291 show notes) - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 23:10:05 GMT ]Jeff, Ashley, and Producer Logan choose what they felt were the best tech products of 2015.

Free movies and TV shows available in January 2016 - CNET[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 00:00:02 GMT ]Monty Python's "And Now for Something Completely Different," "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and the first season of "The Critic" all start streaming online for free.

Christoph Waltz is James Corden's dad (in very weird Clash of Clans ad) - CNET[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 01:16:06 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Clash of Clans likes to do interesting advertising. Its latest spot is no exception.

Is 'Die Hard' a Christmas movie? Poll takes pulse on key issue of our time - CNET[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 01:57:04 GMT ]A national polling group asks a sample of Americans if they think "Die Hard" is a Christmas movie. Did more vote "yippie ki-yay" or "yippie ki-nay"?

How Mark Zuckerberg could prevent gun violence[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:46:28 GMT ]The Facebook founder and other business leaders should push for ways to use big data to anticipate and prevent violence and terrorism, Sreedhar Potarazu says.

Cards Against Humanity might slice up an original Picasso - CNET[ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 02:03:05 GMT ]The game company uses funds from its holiday promotion to buy Pablo Picasso's "Tete de Faune" and will ask 150,000 fans if it should donate the work or cut it up and distribute little pieces of art history.

Body cameras on every cop[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:47:33 GMT ]The vast majority of cops are good people who don't need a body camera to have them do the right thing. But with such distrust between the black community and law enforcement, this is a concrete step to minimize the systemic lack of faith.

How to build real lightsaber[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 16:49:38 GMT ]As even casual Star Wars fans will know, lightsabers are probably the coolest weapon ever to make an appearance on the big screen. Lightsaber fights are so elegant that they are almost hypnotic and, even though not all of us might have a strong enough flow of Force running through our veins, a lightsaber in the right hand is by far the deadliest weapon to be found in the universe.

Space: Where Russia and America still get along[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 16:54:27 GMT ]

Amtrak activates speed-control system between New York, Philadelphia[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 15:10:00 GMT ]Amtrak rails between New York and Philadelphia are now equipped with a speed-control and collision-avoidance system.

Ted Cruz Starts Using Santa For Voter Data Collection[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 21:57:16 GMT ]NBC's Hallie Jackson reports on the Cruz campaign's latest tool for gathering voter data: Santa Claus.

Twitter Hints at Drone Selfies With New Patent[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 21:58:00 GMT ]Forget delivery. Drones may soon have a bigger role in social media.

Oracle Settles With FTC Over Software Security Flaw[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 23:06:00 GMT ]The FTC alleged Oracle failed on its promise to consumers that its updates would make the software "safe and secure."

SpaceX Preps for First Launch Since Falcon 9 Explosion[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 01:07:41 GMT ]SpaceX will attempt a launch on Monday night, the first since its Falcon 9 rocket exploded in June.

SpaceX Makes History: Watch First-Ever Vertical Landing[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 10:09:16 GMT ]SpaceX will attempt a launch on Monday night, the first since its Falcon 9 rocket exploded in June.

Best science stories of 2015 (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 03:45:26 GMT ]Alzheimers research, human brain-to-brain communication, water on Mars. Here are some of our favourite scientific achievements for 2015.

Amazon Prime Now: A peek inside the Manhattan warehouse (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:09:29 GMT ]The online retailer built dozens of small warehouses in urban areas to power its new rapid-deliveries service. CNET visits one of these spaces, which was located on the fifth floor of a Midtown Manhattan office tower.

Why Amazon built a warehouse inside a Midtown Manhattan office tower - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:31:29 GMT ]The e-commerce giant is constantly looking for new ways to speed up its shipments. In Manhattan and several other US cities, it has opened urban warehouses to do just that.

Watch SpaceX launch and land a rocket for the first time at Cape Canaveral - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:33:19 GMT ]Elon Musk's company follows up an explosion earlier this year with the first successful landing of a Falcon 9 rocket after launching 11 satellites into space.

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' opening blasts away box office records - CNET[ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 10:09:48 GMT ]Latest film in popular franchise grosses an estimated $238 million in the US and Canada, the biggest opening weekend ever.

Gift guide: 11 ideas for a happier, healthier New Year[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:44:16 GMT ]Showing support for others' goals could be the greatest gift of all.

How Mark Zuckerberg could prevent gun violence[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:46:28 GMT ]The Facebook founder and other business leaders should push for ways to use big data to anticipate and prevent violence and terrorism, Sreedhar Potarazu says.

Body cameras on every cop[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:47:33 GMT ]The vast majority of cops are good people who don't need a body camera to have them do the right thing. But with such distrust between the black community and law enforcement, this is a concrete step to minimize the systemic lack of faith.

How to build real lightsaber[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 16:49:38 GMT ]As even casual Star Wars fans will know, lightsabers are probably the coolest weapon ever to make an appearance on the big screen. Lightsaber fights are so elegant that they are almost hypnotic and, even though not all of us might have a strong enough flow of Force running through our veins, a lightsaber in the right hand is by far the deadliest weapon to be found in the universe.

Space: Where Russia and America still get along[ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 16:54:27 GMT ]

LHC Experiment Hints at Possibility of New Particle[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:45:00 GMT ]The biggest particle accelerator in the world might have found a hint of an entirely new fundamental particle — or it might be seeing ghosts.

Apple's Tim Cook Slams Tax Criticism as 'Political Crap'[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 22:14:00 GMT ]Apple's CEO had some harsh words for his critics in an interview with Charlie Rose set to air Sunday on the CBS program "60 Minutes."

HONY's 'The Scientist': 'We Can Stop This Bloodshed'[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 07:14:00 GMT ]The Syrian refugee arrived to a new life in the U.S. with four of his children and a simple message - it's not about him.

Is This How a Driverless Car Will Talk to Pedestrians?[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 06:20:00 GMT ]As cars prepare to ditch their drivers we are left with one nagging problem: How will self-driving vehicles communicate with people?

The Prospect of Virtual Reality Starts to Look Real[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 12:42:15 GMT ]Only a handful of virtual reality headsets existed when Alphabet unveiled Google Glass, but the past half-decade has seen billions invested in VR.

The NoPhone: A plastic slab for that special someone - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 02:51:27 GMT ]With no screen, camera, microphone or even the ability to make a call, the NoPhone could be the most useless gift since the Pet Rock.

'Tis the season to be fraud-y: It's a holiday for hackers too - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 14:51:28 GMT ]Ruin a cybercriminal's Christmas by shopping smart, even at the 11th hour.

How Apple is getting aggressive toward customers - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 18:00:02 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: As it hires a new VP of marketing, Apple is being ever more aggressive in its selling practices.

Church fights the Dark Side, holds special Star Wars service - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 20:00:02 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A Protestant church in Germany tries to appeal to younger believers. Younger Star Wars believers, that is.

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' opening blasts away box office records - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 22:34:17 GMT ]Latest film in popular franchise grosses an estimated $238 million in the US and Canada, the biggest opening weekend ever.

Did San Bernardino shooter's Facebook settings foil feds?[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Tashfeen Malik advocated jihad in messages on social media, but her comments were made under a pseudonym and with strict privacy settings that did not allow people outside a small group of friends to see them, U.S. law enforcement officials told CNN on Monday.

Carly Fiorina on high-tech democracy: 'There's an app for this'[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Carly Fiorina said she will use technology -- and votes by smart phones -- to solve issues such as immigration and the economy if elected president.

Space: Where Russia and America still get along[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 13:49:36 GMT ]"The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves."

The $15M pebble that powers South African business[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 16:52:58 GMT ]With one of the world's highest unemployment rates, South Africa is increasingly reliant on home-grown entrepreneurs to power a flagging economy.

Chinese President Xi Jinping: Hands off our Internet[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 17:10:01 GMT ]Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for countries to be allowed to set their own rules for cyberspace and govern the Internet as they see fit.

Facebook Dominates List of 2015's Most Popular Apps[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:42:00 GMT ]Once again, Facebook was the most popular app of the year with nearly 127 million users logging on each month.

LHC Experiment Hints at Possibility of New Particle[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:45:00 GMT ]The biggest particle accelerator in the world might have found a hint of an entirely new fundamental particle — or it might be seeing ghosts.

Apple's Tim Cook Slams Tax Criticism as 'Political Crap'[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 22:14:00 GMT ]Apple's CEO had some harsh words for his critics in an interview with Charlie Rose set to air Sunday on the CBS program "60 Minutes."

HONY's 'The Scientist': 'We Can Stop This Bloodshed'[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 07:14:00 GMT ]The Syrian refugee arrived to a new life in the U.S. with four of his children and a simple message - it's not about him.

Is This How a Driverless Car Will Talk to Pedestrians?[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 06:20:00 GMT ]As cars prepare to ditch their drivers we are left with one nagging problem: How will self-driving vehicles communicate with people?

New 'Twin Peaks' trailer shows welcome sign, mystery figure - CNET[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 21:34:25 GMT ]This behind-the-scenes footage of "Twin Peaks" shows Deputy Hawk, plenty of waterfalls and a very creepy shadowy figure. Sadly, no owls or pie show up in the video.

Is the iPhone 7 getting a flexible OLED screen? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Ep. 20) - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:25:30 GMT ]Apple's "secret" lab is a secret no more. The iPad won't be getting 3D Touch anytime soon, and Apple tops Google and Twitter for trends in 2015.

This is the closest planet yet that could support life beyond our solar system - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:48:32 GMT ]Most potentially habitable exoplanets are at least hundreds of light-years away, but Wolf 1061c is just next door, galactically speaking.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's dog, baby have Star Wars' Force - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:55:31 GMT ]Everyone is caught up in the buzz about "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." This includes Zuckerberg, who dresses up his newborn daughter as a Jedi. Oh, and his dog gets a costume too.

The NoPhone: A plastic slab for that special someone - CNET[ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 02:51:27 GMT ]With no screen, camera, microphone or even the ability to make a call, the NoPhone could be the most useless gift since the Pet Rock.

Did San Bernardino shooter's Facebook settings foil feds?[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Tashfeen Malik advocated jihad in messages on social media, but her comments were made under a pseudonym and with strict privacy settings that did not allow people outside a small group of friends to see them, U.S. law enforcement officials told CNN on Monday.

Carly Fiorina on high-tech democracy: 'There's an app for this'[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Carly Fiorina said she will use technology -- and votes by smart phones -- to solve issues such as immigration and the economy if elected president.

Space: Where Russia and America still get along[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 13:49:36 GMT ]"The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves."

The $15M pebble that powers South African business[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 16:52:58 GMT ]With one of the world's highest unemployment rates, South Africa is increasingly reliant on home-grown entrepreneurs to power a flagging economy.

Chinese President Xi Jinping: Hands off our Internet[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 17:10:01 GMT ]Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for countries to be allowed to set their own rules for cyberspace and govern the Internet as they see fit.

$1 iPhones and Other Last-Minute Tech Gifts[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:07:00 GMT ]Best Buy is trying to lure holiday shoppers into its stores with what is probably the cheapest iPhone 6 on the market.As of Friday, the retail giant i

Facebook Dominates List of 2015's Most Popular Apps[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:42:00 GMT ]Once again, Facebook was the most popular app of the year with nearly 127 million users logging on each month.

LHC Experiment Hints at Possibility of New Particle[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:45:00 GMT ]The biggest particle accelerator in the world might have found a hint of an entirely new fundamental particle — or it might be seeing ghosts.

Apple's Tim Cook Slams Tax Criticism as 'Political Crap'[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 22:14:00 GMT ]Apple's CEO had some harsh words for his critics in an interview with Charlie Rose set to air Sunday on the CBS program "60 Minutes."

HONY's 'The Scientist': 'We Can Stop This Bloodshed'[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 07:14:00 GMT ]The Syrian refugee arrived to a new life in the U.S. with four of his children and a simple message - it's not about him.

Best and worst of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens': Our global review - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:19:36 GMT ]The Force has awoken. CNETers from around the world share their first takes on what worked and what didn't in Episode VII. Be warned: spoilers ahead.

The 404 Show 1641: Star Wars spoiler-free review, best headphones, protect your hearing (podcast) - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 23:25:38 GMT ]Steve Sphere Guttenberg is back to explain why he hates Star Wars in general, but not before Russ' spoiler-free "Force Awakens" review. We'll also discuss why digital clocks can be too fast or slow, how to protect your hearing and which headphones you should probably buy.

Microsoft chops Xbox game prices for the holidays - CNET[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 00:18:31 GMT ]The software giant entices last-minute shoppers with a 17-day sale that will offer deep discounts on digital games, movies and TV shows.

Online See 'N Say lets you pull lever for the sounds of Star Wars - CNET[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 01:16:40 GMT ]Find out how "the Yoda goes," "the R2 unit goes," "the cantina band goes" and much more with this virtual reimagining of a classic kids toy.

Is the iPhone 7 getting a flexible OLED screen? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Ep. 20) - CNET[ Sat, 19 Dec 2015 07:37:23 GMT ]Apple's "secret" lab is a secret no more. The iPad won't be getting 3D Touch any time soon and Apple tops Google and Twitter for trends in 2015.

Did San Bernardino shooter's Facebook settings foil feds?[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Tashfeen Malik advocated jihad in messages on social media, but her comments were made under a pseudonym and with strict privacy settings that did not allow people outside a small group of friends to see them, U.S. law enforcement officials told CNN on Monday.

Carly Fiorina on high-tech democracy: 'There's an app for this'[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Carly Fiorina said she will use technology -- and votes by smart phones -- to solve issues such as immigration and the economy if elected president.

Space: Where Russia and America still get along[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 13:49:36 GMT ]"The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves."

The $15M pebble that powers South African business[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 16:52:58 GMT ]With one of the world's highest unemployment rates, South Africa is increasingly reliant on home-grown entrepreneurs to power a flagging economy.

Chinese President Xi Jinping: Hands off our Internet[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 17:10:01 GMT ]Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for countries to be allowed to set their own rules for cyberspace and govern the Internet as they see fit.

Now Is the Time to Colonize Mars, Elon Musk Says[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 19:14:11 GMT ]Elon Musk says humanity shouldn't dally in its quest to colonize Mars.

DIY Netflix Socks Pause Your Show When You Nod Off[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 19:39:00 GMT ]Electronics-savvy Netflix watchers may want to try their hand — or rather, foot — at making these high-tech socks the streaming service has cooked up.

Drones Draw Holiday 'Light Paintings' in the Sky[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 21:43:07 GMT ]What's that wheeling around in the sky on this crisp December night? Santa Claus? Nope — just a drone drawing holiday "light paintings" in the air.

LifeLock Agrees to Pay $100M to Settle FTC Charges[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 22:10:00 GMT ]LifeLock agreed to pay a settlement of $100 million after charges by the Federal Trade Commission.

7 Losers in Congress' New $1.1 Trillion Spending Bill[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 01:50:00 GMT ]Congress singles out genetically modified salmon, menu labels and mammograms in a spending bill that comes up for a vote Friday.

The 5 people you'll meet at a 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' premiere - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 05:26:28 GMT ]The theater isn't exactly a wretched hive of scum and villainy, but expect to bump into a number of colorful characters if you see the new Star Wars film on opening night. Here, a field guide.

Sleep hat tries to fight insomnia with noise in your ears - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 06:21:05 GMT ]CNET's Michael Franco tests out the Sleep Shepherd, a nightcap that reads your brain waves and plays calculated tones in your ears.

Crave giveaway: CNET's 'Dawn of Virtual Reality' swag bag - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 08:00:02 GMT ]Bursting with anticipation at the thought of buying your first VR headset? While you wait, win a free bag filled with exclusive merchandise from Oculus, Google and Microsoft HoloLens.

Apple Pay, Samsung Pay to duel in China next year - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 08:26:04 GMT ]The rival smartphone makers' electronic-payments services break into the biggest smartphone market thanks to deals with China UnionPay.

The most anticipated video games of 2016 - CNET[ Fri, 18 Dec 2015 09:00:03 GMT ]Here are the video games to be looking forward to in 2016 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC and Wii U platforms.

Fans' favorite live sports requirement? Bandwidth[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:31:09 GMT ]Sports fans expect a lot when they attend a game. Entertainment. Good times. A win.

Air Force: Laser-armed fighter jets by 2020[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:46:04 GMT ]The invention of guns took warfare to a whole new level. Later, airplanes radically changed it again. Now, experts say another big shift is coming, led by energy weapons, including lasers.

Forget 'Sit down!' Students now stand up to learn[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:47:05 GMT ]Juliet Starrett and her husband were running the sack race at their children's school field day when they noticed something was wrong -- the kids couldn't get into the sacks.

Did San Bernardino shooter's Facebook settings foil feds?[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Tashfeen Malik advocated jihad in messages on social media, but her comments were made under a pseudonym and with strict privacy settings that did not allow people outside a small group of friends to see them, U.S. law enforcement officials told CNN on Monday.

Carly Fiorina on high-tech democracy: 'There's an app for this'[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 18:51:07 GMT ]Carly Fiorina said she will use technology -- and votes by smart phones -- to solve issues such as immigration and the economy if elected president.

Hoverboard Fire Leads to Lawsuit Against Device-Maker[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 22:52:00 GMT ]A Chappaqua, New York, man says a self-balancing electric scooter he bought for his children as a Hanukkah present suddenly burst into flames.

Brain-Like Computer System IDs Most 'Memorable' Photos[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 23:26:42 GMT ]MIT students have created an artificial intelligence system that can predict how "memorable" a photo is and what parts of it will be best remembered.

Where Do Visions of Sugarplums Dance?[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 01:05:16 GMT ]Visions of sugarplums really do dance in your head.

Mom Gets 7 Years for 'Insulting' King on Facebook[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 07:59:00 GMT ]Thailand's strict lèse majesté laws prohibit insulting the royal family and king, who is the longest-reigning monarch in the world.

Female Players Are 'Ugly,' Wear Too Much: Ex-NBA Star[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 10:00:00 GMT ]Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has been slammed by fans and officials alike for several "repugnant" Instagram posts insulting WNBA players.

My inner 10-year-old and I review 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' - CNET[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 01:24:09 GMT ]CNET's Rich Trenholm calls on his loquacious younger self to see if "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", a galactic greatest-hits, lives up to the film's endless hype.

'Lost' writer plans to make his Xena happier, and maybe fans too - CNET[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 01:51:33 GMT ]Javier Grillo-Marxuach, the man behind quirky "The Middleman," shares his vision for NBC's update of the woman-led campy-action series.

'Doctor Who' season 10 promises 'brain-exploding' new writers - CNET[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 04:54:42 GMT ]As the Christmas episode sees the return of River Song, producer Steven Moffat says preparations are underway for the next series.

League of Legends' Riot Games now completely owned by China's Tencent - CNET[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 06:05:28 GMT ]Californian company Riot Games, best known for its billion-dollar franchise League of Legends, is now 100 percent owned by Chinese company Tencent.

Brazilian court pulls the plug on WhatsApp - CNET[ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 06:24:27 GMT ]Popular messaging app shut down for 48 hours for noncompliance with a Brazilian court order.

Chinese President Xi Jinping: Hands off our Internet[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:32:05 GMT ]Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for countries to be allowed to set their own rules for cyberspace and govern the Internet as they see fit.

Forget 'Sit down!' Students now stand up to learn[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:40:50 GMT ]Juliet Starrett and her husband were running the sack race at their children's school field day when they noticed something was wrong -- the kids couldn't get into the sacks.

Start-up haven blooms in Moroccan paradise[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:42:32 GMT ]Taghazout is a tiny town on Morocco's west coast with sketchy Internet coverage, but it is becoming an international start-up hot spot.

Is faster than light travel really doable?[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 17:54:05 GMT ]"She'll make point five past light speed." With Han Solo's boast of the Millennium Falcon's performance in the original "Star Wars" movie, an epic adventure began.

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 17:57:32 GMT ]The late Apple co-founder had many colorful and insightful things to say. Here are 10 of his better quotes.

Pew Study Finds Half of Americans Play Video Games[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 19:28:19 GMT ]If people who play video games are nerds, then there are a lot of nerds in America.

Facebook Revises How It Enforces 'Real Name' Policy[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 19:32:00 GMT ]Problems with and abuse of Facebook's name reporting system have prompted the company to make some changes in how the policy will be enforced.

A Photographer's Dive Into Palau's Jellyfish Lake[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 21:40:00 GMT ]Jellyfish Lake is one of a kind, a place where 20 million non-stinging jellyfish roam freely alongside tourists and locals.

3 Charged in Spamming Scheme That Targeted 60 Million People[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 22:42:00 GMT ]Federal prosecutors in New Jersey say the scheme netted more than $2 million in profits.

Yelp-Killer? Facebook Tests Feature for Local Services[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:01:00 GMT ]The social media giant is testing a feature that helps users find local businesses based on customer reviews.

Apple's peculiar Kardashian autocorrect insult - CNET[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 06:03:45 GMT ]Type a certain derogatory word into iOS 9.2 that rhymes with "harda**" and you get the autocorrect "Kardashian." What can this mean?

Target back on naughty list with another security vulnerability - CNET[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 06:27:46 GMT ]Did you make a wish list on Target's mobile app? Well Ho ho ho, your phone number and address are publicly accessible thanks to a newly discovered flaw.

What we Googled in 2015: Lamar Odom, Donald Trump, Snapchat - CNET[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 08:00:02 GMT ]Here's a glimpse at what people in the US were thinking this year.

The best video games of 2015 - CNET[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 09:00:02 GMT ]There's nothing to complain about if you're a gamer in 2015. Overall, this was a spectacular year, but here's our picks for the best of the best.

How the new Star Wars film awakened my inner 10-year-old (review) - CNET[ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 09:44:42 GMT ]CNET's Rich Trenholm calls on his loquacious younger self to see if "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", a galactic greatest hits, can live up to the film's endless hype.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:19:51 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

The anti-Silicon Valley: Start-up haven blooms in Moroccan paradise[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 13:01:31 GMT ]Taghazout is a tiny town on Morocco's west coast with sketchy Internet coverage, but it is becoming an international start-up hot spot.

Did San Bernardino shooter's Facebook settings foil feds?[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 13:04:46 GMT ]Tashfeen Malik advocated jihad in messages on social media, but her comments were made under a pseudonym and with strict privacy settings that did not allow people outside a small group of friends to see them, U.S. law enforcement officials told CNN on Monday.

Diamonds, move over[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 13:19:13 GMT ]Scientists have created a substance that blings even brighter than diamonds, but chances are you won't wear it. You'll take its byproducts as medicine instead.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 13:27:39 GMT ]The Concordia research station in Antarctica is Earth's closest analogue to long-term space missions, making it home to scientists from the European Space Agency. Their eventual goal? A manned mission to Mars.

Xprize Offers $7 Million For Ocean-Scouring Robots[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 19:46:00 GMT ]What hides in the deep recesses of our planet's oceans? Efforts to date have only mapped a small percentage of them.

Samsung Asks Supreme Court to Hear Apple Patent Case[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 20:52:00 GMT ]South Korea-based Samsung is appealing a $399 million judgment for illegally copying patented aspects of the look of Apple's iPhone.

Algae Causing Sea Lion Brain Damage, Study Shows[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 21:51:00 GMT ]A toxin produced by marine algae is inflicting brain damage on sea lions along California's coast, causing neurological and behavioral changes.

Seattle Becomes First in U.S. to Let Uber Drivers Unionize[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 04:36:46 GMT ]Seattle becomes the first city in the nation to allow drivers of ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft to unionize over pay and work conditions.

Edward Norton Raises $400K for 'Humans of NY' Refugee[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 08:06:27 GMT ]Edward Norton is working to raise money for a Syrian scientist who was featured in the popular photography blog Humans of New York last week.

Washington Redskins fumble, post to Twitter 'fan' account - CNET[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 03:29:57 GMT ]NFL team gets tripped up on social media after fan site @RedskinsFacts mistakenly posts a tweet meant for the team's official Twitter account.

John Oliver shows you how to ditch that horrible holiday present - CNET[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 03:32:44 GMT ]'Tis the season for holiday gifting (and regifting). In a special "Last Week Tonight" Web clip, John Oliver teaches you an important skill -- how to get away with regifting the presents you just don't want.

Amazon pulls hoverboards over safety concerns? - CNET[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 05:41:43 GMT ]Several brands of the self-balancing scooters have vanished from the Internet retailer following reports of fires.

MacKeeper exposes personal data of 13M users - CNET[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 06:41:25 GMT ]Security researcher says he discovered publicly accessible usernames, email addresses and other personal information after doing random searches.

The most disappointing video games of 2015 - CNET[ Tue, 15 Dec 2015 09:00:02 GMT ]As much as 2015 was a fantastic year for gaming, a few highly anticipated titles fell short. These aren't necessarily the year's worst, it's just their disappointing failure to deliver that seems to sting a little worse.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:37:39 GMT ]Many of Steve Jobs' most inspiring and quotable lines come from his famous 2005 commencement speech at Stanford, when he told assembled graduates, "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life."

How to build a real lightsaber[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:45:24 GMT ]As even casual Star Wars fans will know, lightsabers are probably the coolest weapon ever to make an appearance on the big screen. Lightsaber fights are so elegant that they are almost hypnotic and, even though not all of us might have a strong enough flow of Force running through our veins, a lightsaber in the right hand is by far the deadliest weapon to be found in the universe.

Forget 'Sit down!' Students now stand up to learn[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:18:24 GMT ]Juliet Starrett and her husband were running the sack race at their children's school field day when they noticed something was wrong -- the kids couldn't get into the sacks.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:19:51 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

Battlefield Sponge Gun Now OK For Civilians, Too[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 07:53:00 GMT ]A new device that shoots little sponges into hard-to-reach wounds has won approval from the FDA for civilian use.

Building the Modern 'Bionic Man' Is No Longer Sci-Fi[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 21:57:00 GMT ]According to a study, adults may soon be able to gain a sense of 'touch' in their prosthetics.

Will Fear Change the Net? Self-Policing Has Already Begun[ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 10:03:37 GMT ]One thing is for sure: Trump couldn't close the Internet, even if he did become the next commander-in-chief.

The Price of the Wearable Craze: Less Data Security[ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 19:14:00 GMT ]On the black market, your personal health information is about 10 times more valuable than a stolen credit card number.

Ed Sheeran Takes Break From Social Media, Email, Phone[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 08:33:41 GMT ]The British star wrote that he'd be returning to the Internet "next autumn" and thanked his fans for their understanding.

​Microsoft extends olive branch after OneDrive cloud storage storm - CNET[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 03:57:35 GMT ]One month after cutting OneDrive storage limits for customers and completely axing 'unlimited' cloud storage, Microsoft has apologised and is offering to give something back. But users will still need to opt-in, and the bonuses won't last forever.

Twitter warns some users of possible 'government' hacking - CNET[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 05:10:52 GMT ]Emails say 'state-sponsored' hackers might be trying to steal users' phone numbers, email addresses and IP addresses.

Watch Qatar Airways A350 in scary aborted takeoff - CNET[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 06:18:19 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: A new A350 with journalists and special guests on board for its inaugural US flight, the plane decides the runway's too short and puts on the brakes.

Apple amps up efforts in India by drastically cutting iPhone 5S price - CNET[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 09:36:11 GMT ]The Californian company has slashed the price of its iPhone 5S in India to attract larger userbase and compete more aggressively with leaders Samsung and Micromax.

'Independence Day: Resurgence' trailer offers close encounters of the sequel kind - CNET[ Mon, 14 Dec 2015 10:33:11 GMT ]The first trailer for the follow-up to the 1996 alien invasion blockbuster has finally landed. Welcome (back) to Earth.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:34 GMT ]

Airbus patent detaches cabin from plane[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:57:41 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:37:39 GMT ]Many of Steve Jobs' most inspiring and quotable lines come from his famous 2005 commencement speech at Stanford, when he told assembled graduates, "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life."

How to build a real lightsaber[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:45:24 GMT ]As even casual Star Wars fans will know, lightsabers are probably the coolest weapon ever to make an appearance on the big screen. Lightsaber fights are so elegant that they are almost hypnotic and, even though not all of us might have a strong enough flow of Force running through our veins, a lightsaber in the right hand is by far the deadliest weapon to be found in the universe.

Airbnb Hosts Discriminate Against Black Renters: Study[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 22:47:00 GMT ]There is "widespread discrimination" on Airbnb against renters with African-American names, a study says.

Tech Leaders Pledge $1 Billion to AI Research Nonprofit[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 23:37:02 GMT ]Several of the biggest and richest names in Silicon Valley have put $1 billion behind a new artificial intelligence research organization.

Battlefield Sponge Gun Now OK For Civilians, Too[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 07:53:00 GMT ]A new device that shoots little sponges into hard-to-reach wounds has won approval from the FDA for civilian use.

Building the Modern 'Bionic Man' Is No Longer Sci-Fi[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 21:57:00 GMT ]According to a study, adults may soon be able to gain a sense of 'touch' in their prosthetics.

Will Fear Change the Net? Self-Policing Has Already Begun[ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 10:03:37 GMT ]One thing is for sure: Trump couldn't close the Internet, even if he did become the next commander-in-chief.

How well do you know Star Wars? Quiz yourself on the planets - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 16:53:06 GMT ]In the first of our Star Wars quizzes leading up to the premiere of "The Force Awakens," we test your planetary geography. Can you tell Felucia from Corellia?

Silicon Valley bigwigs fund AI to protect humanity - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 18:12:12 GMT ]OpenAI, a research group launched with $1 billion from Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Peter Thiel, aims to make sure artificial intelligence doesn't run amok.

Almost 1 in 5 Americans wants to shop on Christmas Day, survey says - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 20:51:04 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: It seems some people can't wait to return the iPhones and, um, Blackberrys and other thoughtful gifts. Thirty percent of millennials say they want stores to open on Christmas.

Xbox One vs. PS4: Choose the right console for you - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 22:21:30 GMT ]The time to buy a new video game console is now. Here's a quick guide of everything you need to know before pulling the trigger on an Xbox One or PlayStation 4.

Big weekend for the Geminids: 'King' of meteor showers is about to peak - CNET[ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:40:12 GMT ]Get ready sky-watchers. It's one of the year's biggest shows of shooting space-rocks, and Sunday is the best night to check it out.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:34 GMT ]

Airbus patent detaches cabin from plane[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:57:41 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:37:39 GMT ]Many of Steve Jobs' most inspiring and quotable lines come from his famous 2005 commencement speech at Stanford, when he told assembled graduates, "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life."

How to build a real lightsaber[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 15:45:24 GMT ]As even casual Star Wars fans will know, lightsabers are probably the coolest weapon ever to make an appearance on the big screen. Lightsaber fights are so elegant that they are almost hypnotic and, even though not all of us might have a strong enough flow of Force running through our veins, a lightsaber in the right hand is by far the deadliest weapon to be found in the universe.

OPM Finishes Mailing Letters to Most Data Breach Victims[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 21:50:00 GMT ]Nearly all of the current and former federal employees who had their Social Security Numbers and other personal information stolen in a data breach at

Study Cites Hundreds of Close Calls Between Drones, Planes[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 22:24:00 GMT ]The report paints a frightening picture of how dangerous the skies can be when they are populated by both unmanned and manned aircraft.

Airbnb Hosts Discriminate Against Black Renters: Study[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 22:47:00 GMT ]There is "widespread discrimination" on Airbnb against renters with African-American names, a study says.

Tech Leaders Pledge $1 Billion to AI Research Nonprofit[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 23:37:02 GMT ]Several of the biggest and richest names in Silicon Valley have put $1 billion behind a new artificial intelligence research organization.

Battlefield Sponge Gun Now OK For Civilians, Too[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 07:53:08 GMT ]A new device that shoots little sponges into hard-to-reach wounds has won approval from the FDA for civilian use.

Here's why you can't take your hoverboard on a plane - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:03:28 GMT ]Major US airlines are banning the two-wheeled motorized boards from both checked and carry-on luggage because of safety concerns about the batteries.

Ford will invest additional $4.5 billion in electrified vehicle development by 2020 - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 01:09:57 GMT ]Plans call for 13 new electrified vehicles to join lineup by 2020.

Henrik Fisker's madcap ways continue at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 01:36:42 GMT ]The car designer's brain knows no bounds, as evidenced by the ultrapowerful concept that promises one of the highest-output, naturally aspirated engines in existence.

Silicon Valley bigwigs fund AI to protect humanity - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 06:34:27 GMT ]OpenAI, a research group launched with $1 billion from Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Peter Thiel, aims to make sure artificial intelligence doesn't harm society.

How well do you know Star Wars? Quiz yourself on the planets - CNET[ Sat, 12 Dec 2015 07:43:58 GMT ]In the first of our Star Wars quizzes leading up to the premiere of "The Force Awakens," we test your planetary geography. Can you tell Felucia from Corellia?

Innovators who want to make life easier[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 10:59:24 GMT ]

China: No plans to stop blocking foreign websites[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:03 GMT ]Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has been courting China assiduously -- learning Mandarin, welcoming officials to Facebook's offices and asking President Xi Jinping to choose a name for his then unborn child.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:34 GMT ]

Airbus patent detaches cabin from plane[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:57:41 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

U.S. Safety Regulators Step Up Probe of Hoverboards[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 20:46:00 GMT ]Hoverboards have suddenly become a 'hot' holiday gift item in more ways than one.

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer Gives Birth to Twin Girls[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 21:05:00 GMT ]Mayer has followed a major business announcement with some big personal news.

Bangladesh Lifts Ban on Facebook After Three Weeks[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 21:14:00 GMT ]Bangladesh lifted a ban on Facebook, weeks after blocking it in anticipation of protests after courts upheld death penalties on two opposition leaders

Brain Scan Shows a Mother's Kiss in Action[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 22:12:06 GMT ]MRI images that provide life-saving glimpses inside our bodies can capture pure love, too.

Oh, Pits! Thousands of Holes Dot Pluto's Surface[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 00:05:23 GMT ]The New Horizons probe may be sending back its best pictures of Pluto, but that doesn't mean the dwarf planet's mysteries are any less mysterious.

The perfect crime? Man allegedly robbed store on hoverboard - CNET[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 06:20:25 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: British police release CCTV footage of a man rolling into a store and allegedly stealing a crate of energy drinks.

Full of action, the new 'Legend of Tarzan' trailer still disappoints - CNET[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 06:31:16 GMT ]We've just gotten a tease of Tarzan's first live-action return to the silver screen since 1988's "Tarzan and the Lost City." But will story take a back seat to spectacle?

Crave giveaway: Oral-B Black 7000 Electric Toothbrush with SmartGuide - CNET[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 08:00:02 GMT ]That's right, it's a toothbrush with Bluetooth. Useful for parents, self-quantifiers, brass players, people with strong relationships with their dentists, and anyone who could use some brushing advice.

Singaporean students create device to help fight Parkinson's symptoms - CNET[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 08:59:46 GMT ]Team PD Loggers, a group of students from the National University of Singapore, have invented a device that prevents falls resulting from a Parkinsonian Gait.

Apple's iPhone battery booster, VR drama and Millennium Falcon upkeep (CNET UK podcast 461 show notes) - CNET[ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 11:05:57 GMT ]Apple's blocky battery booster hasn't impressed everyone. We hear your thoughts, plus all the latest tech news on the newest episode of the CNET UK podcast.

Innovators who want to make life easier[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 10:59:24 GMT ]

China: No plans to stop blocking foreign websites[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:03 GMT ]Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has been courting China assiduously -- learning Mandarin, welcoming officials to Facebook's offices and asking President Xi Jinping to choose a name for his then unborn child.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:34 GMT ]

Airbus patent detaches cabin from plane[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:57:41 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

Apple's Tim Cook Says We Need More Computer Education[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 21:36:00 GMT ]Apple CEO Tim Cook says teaching coding to kids is just as important as teaching any other foreign language.

Periscope, Lara Croft Top Apple's Best of 2015 List[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 22:04:21 GMT ]'Tis the season for end-of-year lists, and Apple is no exception: Wednesday brought the company's picks for the best apps and games for iOS.

Ex-State Department Worker Admits to 'Sextortion' Scam[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 22:45:00 GMT ]Prosecutors say he hacked into the computers of scores of young women in an attempt to get sexually explicit photos and material from them.

Drop the Dot? Periods Makes Texts Seem 'Less Sincere'[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 23:29:00 GMT ]A new study describes what appears to be a texting rule: adding a period at the end of your text makes it seem less sincere.

Mark Zuckerberg Says Muslims Are Welcome at Facebook[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 23:34:00 GMT ]Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has added his voice of support to Muslims around the world, saying they should not be persecuted for the violent acts of

See Saturn's funky 'potato' moon Prometheus up close - CNET[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 01:10:58 GMT ]NASA's Cassini spacecraft captures a lovely glamour shot of Saturn's small, irregular moon Prometheus.

Tech group honors woman behind #RealDiversityNumbers - CNET[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 03:45:02 GMT ]Erica Baker caught Google's attention after posting a spreadsheet highlighting unfair pay.

The best place to work in America? Why, Airbnb - CNET[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 04:56:04 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Glassdoor releases its Employees Choice Awards and tech companies dominate.

Walmart joins mobile payments fray with Walmart Pay app - CNET[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:50:02 GMT ]The retailer's mobile app will allow shoppers to use their Android or iPhone smartphones to pay for purchases in Walmart stores.

Green Monday: What is it and where can you shop? - CNET[ Thu, 10 Dec 2015 12:00:02 GMT ]Another shopping holiday is upon us; here's what you should know.

Innovators who want to make life easier[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 10:59:24 GMT ]

China: No plans to stop blocking foreign websites[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:03 GMT ]Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has been courting China assiduously -- learning Mandarin, welcoming officials to Facebook's offices and asking President Xi Jinping to choose a name for his then unborn child.

The closest thing on Earth to Mars[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:48:34 GMT ]

Airbus patent detaches cabin from plane[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 15:57:41 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:43:26 GMT ]

Beneath Mona Lisa Lies Second Portrait, Scientist Claims[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 21:53:14 GMT ]Pascal Cotte claims that underneath the Mona Lisa's enigmatic smile lies a second, different portrait, perhaps even of a different person.

Wet, Stretchy Bandage Could Deliver Drugs, Test Blood[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 22:00:12 GMT ]Imagine slapping on a bandage that can not only deliver medications to a wound, but light up when it's time to be changed.

Sorry, Zuckerberg Isn't Giving Millions to Facebook Users[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 22:45:22 GMT ]A post making the rounds claims that the Facebook CEO is handing out $4.5 million to 1,000 users who copy and paste the message.

Lawmakers Want Tech Companies to Report Terrorists[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 23:27:00 GMT ]The bill introduced by Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Richard Burr is modeled on a law requiring reporting of online child pornography.

Unbanned: It's OK to Mention Tsu.co on Facebook Again[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 23:56:00 GMT ]Facebook has lifted a ban that blocked material from a small upstart that believes people should be paid for the stories and images that they post.

Silicon Valley urged to step up efforts to fight terrorism - CNET[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 02:00:10 GMT ]As extremists take terrorism online, the US and tech companies don't agree on what to do. The tech industry says it's doing all it should.

Stonehenge may be a 'used' monument from Wales - CNET[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 02:14:21 GMT ]The Neolithic builders of Stonehenge may have gotten a chunk of their monument preowned from a site in Wales.

You may have to wait awhile for that Apple TV service - CNET[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 02:16:12 GMT ]Apple has put on hold its plans to offer a service that streams live TV over the Internet, according to CBS CEO Les Moonves.

The CraveCast welcomes the presidential candidate who speaks for the robots - CNET[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 03:22:09 GMT ]For the final CraveCast of the year, we look back on the geekiest moments of 2015 -- and look forward with Transhumanist Party candidate Zoltan Istvan.

Bad timing? Apple insists it's the future of TV - CNET[ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 03:50:07 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: As suggestions emerge that Apple TV may not have an a la carte streaming service for a while, it releases a new ad with very big claims about its TV service.

How Zuckerberg could prevent gun violence[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 20:12:41 GMT ]Sreedhar Potarazu: The Facebook founder and other business leaders should push for ways to use big data to anticipate and prevent violence and terrorism

Albert Einstein's special mark on universe[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 20:14:50 GMT ]It has been 100 years since Albert Einstein presented his theory of general relativity to an audience of scientists. Virtually everyone has heard of Einstein and his theory, but few have any idea of what the theory actually is.

These trees eat pollution[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 18:21:39 GMT ]

Innovators who want to make life easier[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 18:24:02 GMT ]

Russia, the Internet and new way to wage war?[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 18:53:16 GMT ]

Google's Schmidt: Tech Must Work to Combat Hate[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 22:19:00 GMT ]In a New York Times op-ed, Google's Eric Schmidt urged tech companies and governments to fight both censorship and hate speech online.

Secret Service Agent Gets 6 Years in Silk Road Theft[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 22:35:00 GMT ]The judge called Shaun Bridges' behavior a "shocking and reprehensible abandonment of his public duty."

IBM Pulls Plug on #HackAHairDryer After Sexism Uproar[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 23:09:00 GMT ]The company's campaign to attract more women to science and technology by encouraging them to "hack a hair dryer" has backfired big time.

These Were the Biggest Twitter Moments of 2015[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 00:15:00 GMT ]Twitter has collected the trends and viral hits of 2015 — both the happy moments and the sad ones.

Scientists Capture Image Showing What Dolphins 'See'[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 01:06:00 GMT ]Researchers claim to have captured an image that shows how dolphins perceive the world around them using echolocation.

Alleged hit-and-run driver arrested after her car rats her out - CNET[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 02:26:02 GMT ]The car of a Florida woman accused of hit and run was fitted with sensors that automatically contact emergency services when the car experiences weird movement or if the airbags deploy.

Jeff Bezos offers to send Donald Trump into space - CNET[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 02:29:23 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: After the leading Republican candidate excoriates Amazon's CEO on Twitter, he gets a wry reply.

Twitter tweaks photos, displays them in full on your timeline - CNET[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 04:06:32 GMT ]The social media platform has tweaked the way it displays pictures, showing them in full in timelines and altering multi-image posts.

Confirmed: No Jar Jar or Ewoks in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' - CNET[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 07:37:17 GMT ]The seventh Star Wars episode won't have the furry inhabitants of Endor's forests or the squealing voice of the most hated character of the series.

HTC's One A9 buoys the ailing company to 6-month revenue peak - CNET[ Tue, 08 Dec 2015 09:32:19 GMT ]The Taiwanese smartphone pioneer has posted improved revenue off the back of the release of its One A9 smartphone.

Welcome to the fastest place in the world[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:19:07 GMT ]Nowhere on Earth is more synonymous with the pursuit of speed than the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats of north-western Utah.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 18:50:30 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

5 innovators who want to make your life easier[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 12:54:44 GMT ]According to Google CEO Eric Schmidt, "great innovators and great companies see the space that others don't."

How Zuckerberg could prevent gun violence[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 20:12:41 GMT ]Sreedhar Potarazu: The Facebook founder and other business leaders should push for ways to use big data to anticipate and prevent violence and terrorism

Albert Einstein's special mark on universe[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 20:14:50 GMT ]It has been 100 years since Albert Einstein presented his theory of general relativity to an audience of scientists. Virtually everyone has heard of Einstein and his theory, but few have any idea of what the theory actually is.

Net Neutrality Fight Returns to Appeals Court[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 22:03:00 GMT ]The government's latest push to make sure consumers get equal access to the Internet is facing a key legal test.

Alleged Top 'Silk Road' Adviser Arrested in Thailand[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 23:39:00 GMT ]Authorities say Roger Thomas Clark was a trusted confidante to convicted Silk Road founder and operator Ross Ulbricht.

NASA Releases Most-Detailed Pictures Yet of Pluto[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:08:00 GMT ]Pictures of Pluto won't get any better than this — until we send a better camera on the multibillion-mile trip.

The 50 Most Instagrammed Places in America[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMT ]State by state, discover the most geo-tagged spots across the country.

This Robot Is Teaching Itself to Walk Like a Child[ Sun, 06 Dec 2015 21:03:00 GMT ]Darwin's baby steps speak to what many researchers believe will be the greatest leap in robotics.

Wi-Fi calling to begin landing on some Verizon smartphones this week - CNET[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 00:44:49 GMT ]The feature is useful when customers find themselves in an area with weak or no carrier coverage.

What we learned at the 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' press conference (pictures) - CNET[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 04:13:11 GMT ]The "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" Global Press Conference was so big that they had to break it up into two parts. Here's a look inside at the event.

Deals on wheels: OnePlus to sell its X smartphone through taxi hailer app - CNET[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 04:39:26 GMT ]The Chinese phone manufacturer is flipping the script on e-hailers, using India's Uber-esque Ola to sell its X smartphone.

LeBron James threatens Twitter critic with legal action - CNET[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 04:45:30 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Where else are you going to say you'll sue someone for saying you don't drive a Kia? In a Kia ad, of course.

Battleships and Battlefields: WWII Museums from around the world - CNET[ Mon, 07 Dec 2015 05:01:03 GMT ]From Pearl Harbor to London to Normandy and beyond, the battlefields and machines of World War II survive and are maintained as museums. Here are photo tours of a few of the famous sites.

Airbus patent detaches the cabin from the airplane[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:33:43 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part of the plane where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Space tech meets aviation: The hypersonic revolution[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:12 GMT ]London to Melbourne in 90 minutes? Paris to San Francisco in under an hour?

Personal sensors: The first genuine must-have accessory?[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:21 GMT ]In major cities, we are surrounded by silent killers at all times.

Welcome to the fastest place in the world[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:19:07 GMT ]Nowhere on Earth is more synonymous with the pursuit of speed than the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats of north-western Utah.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 18:50:30 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

Expert Raises Security Issues Over 'Hello Barbie' Doll[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 19:53:00 GMT ]A security firm is raising security concerns over Mattel's "Hello Barbie," which allows children to engage in conversation with the iconic doll.

Net Neutrality Fight Returns to Appeals Court[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 22:03:00 GMT ]The government's latest push to make sure consumers get equal access to the Internet is facing a key legal test.

Alleged Top 'Silk Road' Adviser Arrested in Thailand[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 23:39:00 GMT ]Authorities say Roger Thomas Clark was a trusted confidante to convicted Silk Road founder and operator Ross Ulbricht.

NASA Releases Most-Detailed Pictures Yet of Pluto[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:08:00 GMT ]Pictures of Pluto won't get any better than this — until we send a better camera on the multibillion-mile trip.

The 50 Most Instagrammed Places in America[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMT ]State by state, discover the most geo-tagged spots across the country.

Grab your popcorn! Best movie trailers of 2015 in a mashup video - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 17:40:54 GMT ]Catch up on the best explosions, car chases, fight scenes and tender moments in over 100 clips from mainstream and indie movie trailers released this year. How many new films do you still need to see?

Hilarious Carrie Fisher shows how to do a Star Wars hype interview - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 22:35:56 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Appearing on ABC's "Good Morning America," Leia brings her dog and a lot of excellent humor.

Darth Vader is actually the Dodge Viper, claims Dodge (really) - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 23:07:39 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: As brands keep leaping into the "Star Wars" hype-a-thon, one brand thinks it's being very clever. But is it?

This guy just built a working miniature Death Star - CNET[ Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:01:43 GMT ]The latest creation from a German laser hobbyist on YouTube threatens to create a terrible disturbance in the Force.

VIP at illegal-drug site Silk Road nabbed in Thailand, police say - CNET[ Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:47:18 GMT ]A 54-year-old Canadian man arrested this week served as the "closest advisor" to Silk Road founder "Dread Pirate Roberts," according to law enforcement.

Airbus patent detaches the cabin from the airplane[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:33:43 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part of the plane where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Space tech meets aviation: The hypersonic revolution[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:12 GMT ]London to Melbourne in 90 minutes? Paris to San Francisco in under an hour?

Personal sensors: The first genuine must-have accessory?[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:21 GMT ]In major cities, we are surrounded by silent killers at all times.

Welcome to the fastest place in the world[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:19:07 GMT ]Nowhere on Earth is more synonymous with the pursuit of speed than the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats of north-western Utah.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 18:50:30 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

Expert Raises Security Issues Over 'Hello Barbie' Doll[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 19:53:00 GMT ]A security firm is raising security concerns over Mattel's "Hello Barbie," which allows children to engage in conversation with the iconic doll.

Net Neutrality Fight Returns to Appeals Court[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 22:03:00 GMT ]The government's latest push to make sure consumers get equal access to the Internet is facing a key legal test.

Alleged Top 'Silk Road' Adviser Arrested in Thailand[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 23:39:00 GMT ]Authorities say Roger Thomas Clark was a trusted confidante to convicted Silk Road founder and operator Ross Ulbricht.

NASA Releases Most-Detailed Pictures Yet of Pluto[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:08:00 GMT ]Pictures of Pluto won't get any better than this — until we send a better camera on the multibillion-mile trip.

The 50 Most Instagrammed Places in America[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMT ]State by state, discover the most geo-tagged spots across the country.

What do we really think if Apple gets rid of the headphone jack? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Ep. 17) - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:11:21 GMT ]Thinner isn't always better...unless you're Apple. A new Apple TV is already just around the corner? And new Macbooks are getting thinner.

Get ready to go psycho! Double Fine wants help making a Psychonauts sequel - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:14:04 GMT ]Game creator Tim Schafer's team is finally developing a sequel to the cult classic psychodrama platformer, and yes, there's a crowdfunding campaign.

Smart guns: One answer to the mass-shooting epidemic? - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:33:11 GMT ]Technology could offer a solution to the raging debate over gun control.

'Game of Thrones' supercut lends weight to popular fan theory - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:54:44 GMT ]There are a few theories out there about Jon Snow's true parents, and as this supercut shows, "Game of Thrones" may have been dropping hints all along the way.

Classic PlayStation 2 games ready to run on the PlayStation 4 - CNET[ Sat, 05 Dec 2015 02:44:20 GMT ]Sony is bringing fan-favorite PlayStation 2 games to its current-generation console. But you still have to buy the game even if you own the title on a PS2 disc.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:01:17 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

Airbus patent detaches the cabin from the airplane[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:33:43 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part of the plane where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Space tech meets aviation: The hypersonic revolution[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:12 GMT ]London to Melbourne in 90 minutes? Paris to San Francisco in under an hour?

Personal sensors: The first genuine must-have accessory?[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:21 GMT ]In major cities, we are surrounded by silent killers at all times.

Welcome to the fastest place in the world[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:19:07 GMT ]Nowhere on Earth is more synonymous with the pursuit of speed than the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats of north-western Utah.

Apple Expands Pay-by-Phone-Number to Russia[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 21:42:00 GMT ]Apple is quietly making it easier for consumers to buy digital goods without needing a credit card.

Facebook Tests Live-Streaming Video for the Masses[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 23:22:00 GMT ]Get ready to start watching live video of your friends and family doing something fun, boring or even dumb on Facebook.

Here's a Smartphone You Can Wash - With Soap[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 23:36:06 GMT ]Phones are a nightmare for germophobes, but this new one from Kyocera is designed to hold up to the vigorous washing every smartphone likely needs.

Bad Weather Delays Supply Launch to Space Station[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 23:57:00 GMT ]NASA was looking to get back on track with the first U.S. shipment to the ISS in nearly eight months.

Gene Editing: Group Says Do It, But Carefully[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 00:31:08 GMT ]There's no reason to stop scientists from doing gene editing, experts agreed Thursday, but researchers need to be careful.

Students build battery-powered personal flying machine - CNET[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 05:33:32 GMT ]A team of students at the National University of Singapore has successfully built and flown a 24-propeller personal copter.

Crave giveaway: Limited-edition Blu-ray versions of all six Star Wars films - CNET[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:00:03 GMT ]Win commemorative Blu-ray versions of all six Star Wars films. You might have heard the seventh is coming out soon?

Skype offers free calls to Chennai as it battles destructive floods - CNET[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 08:35:33 GMT ]As India's fourth most populous city fights floods that have killed nearly 270, Skype is stepping up to offer aid.

So fresh and so clean: Japanese smartphone can be washed with soap and water - CNET[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 10:52:46 GMT ]The Digno Rafre, a new offering from Kyocera, is designed to be washed with foamy soap and hot water, addressing concerns over phones being hotbeds of bacteria.

Hello headaches: Barbie of the Internet age has even more security flaws - CNET[ Fri, 04 Dec 2015 11:00:02 GMT ]The Mattel doll's software manufacturer is racing to patch the toy's flaws as the holidays approach, while other Internet-connected toy manufacturers face similar security concerns.

6-month 'degree' could put you ahead of competition[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 16:40:35 GMT ]Google is backing a scheme to get people a "nanodegree" in just six months.

The slow crawl to designer babies[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:01:17 GMT ]With a few mouse clicks and a credit card, you can order the beginnings of a specific type of baby. And as genetic technology improves, there will be many more ways for us to choose the kind of child we have.

Airbus patent detaches the cabin from the airplane[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:33:43 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part of the plane where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Space tech meets aviation: The hypersonic revolution[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:12 GMT ]London to Melbourne in 90 minutes? Paris to San Francisco in under an hour?

Personal sensors: The first genuine must-have accessory?[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 19:57:21 GMT ]In major cities, we are surrounded by silent killers at all times.

Epson's PaperLab Turns Shredded Docs Into Fresh Paper[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 23:32:42 GMT ]The PaperLab is a new device that takes waste paper, shreds it, processes it, and outputs clean sheets in a variety of formats — up to 14 a minute.

Orbital ATK Rocket Launch May Be Visible from East Coast[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 23:48:00 GMT ]People in the eastern U.S. might be able to see a private cargo spacecraft launch toward the International Space Station on Thursday evening.

Zuckerberg's 'Initiative' Adds New Wrinkle to Tech Giving[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:43:00 GMT ]Mark Zuckerberg is known for being an innovator in technology -- and now he's innovating in philanthropy.On Tuesday, the Facebook CEO and his wife Pri

U.S. Judge Certifies Class Action Against Uber Over Tips[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 01:45:18 GMT ]A lawsuit against Uber can proceed as a class action over allegations that the ride service misled customers about gratuities for drivers.

'Thoughts and Prayers' Tweets Slammed After 14 Killed[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:44:29 GMT ]A wave of tweets about "thoughts and prayers" after the San Bernardino shooting prompted an angry backlash over lack of action on America's gun laws.

Disabled kitty gets prosthetic titanium legs - CNET[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:11:37 GMT ]A rescue cat that turned up at a shelter missing his back feet has been fitted with titanium prosthetics to help him get around.

New Star Wars movie theater goes to the dark side (pictures) - CNET[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:14:06 GMT ]A movie theater in Omaha, Nebraska, gives in to the Empire with a Star Wars-inspired lobby complete with a massive Death Star and a throne fit for an Emperor.

Paper pinhole camera pops out of paperback (Tomorrow Daily 280 show notes) - CNET[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 01:42:46 GMT ]Artist Kelli Anderson's newest project is called "This Book is a Camera," a paper book with a working pinhole camera inside. She's got DIY instructions if you want to make one for a friend this holiday season, too.

YouTube said to seek streaming rights for movies, TV shows - CNET[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 04:44:03 GMT ]Online video giant has met with studio executives to discuss licenses for new content, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Explosive new 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' trailer debuts - CNET[ Thu, 03 Dec 2015 06:08:40 GMT ]The new trailer for Zack Snyder's "Batman v Superman" movie has over-the-top fight scenes, an annoying Lex Luthor, a very impressive Wonder Woman and one destructive Doomsday-like monster.

Diamonds, move over: Scientists make harder, brighter Q-carbon[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 15:55:16 GMT ]Scientists have created a substance that blings even brighter than diamonds, but chances are you won't wear it. You'll take its byproducts as medicine instead.

How a 6-month 'degree' could put you ahead of the competition[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 17:14:15 GMT ]

Welcome to the fastest place in the world[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 17:19:27 GMT ]Nowhere on earth is more synonymous with the pursuit of speed than the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats of north-western Utah.

Hate being stared at? Here's a solution[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 19:05:18 GMT ]

Great gadget gifts for $100 or less[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 19:06:31 GMT ]From smartphones to TVs to gaming consoles, most consumer electronics cost hundreds and even thousands of dollars.

Satellite to Test Einstein's Idea on Space, Time Delayed[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 21:37:00 GMT ]A satellite launch to find ripples in space that can be caused by merging black holes has been delayed due to a technical problem with its rocket.

Zuckerberg to Give Away $45 Billion Facebook Fortune[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 23:00:00 GMT ]Mark Zuckerberg's exuberance over the birth of his first child may have put him in a giving mood.

Gene Editing Gets Easier as Experts Discuss Fears[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 23:49:00 GMT ]Researchers said they had found an even easier way to edit DNA just as a conference kicked off asking whether this kind of research is even a good idea.

Adele Smashing Records Sales Is Anomaly in Digital Age[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 23:59:00 GMT ]The 27-year-old British songstress soared to the top of the U.S. charts with 3.38 million in sales of her new album, "25," in its first week.

Group Alleges Google Tracks Students' Web Activity[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 00:39:00 GMT ]Google is being accused of invading the privacy of students using laptop computers powered by the company's Chrome operating system.

Zuckerberg's newest Likes: A daughter and a $45B initiative - CNET[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 03:39:15 GMT ]The social-networking giant's co-founder announces that his wife, Priscilla Chan, has given birth to their first child. The pair also says they're establishing a new philanthropic initiative with 99 percent of Zuckerberg's Facebook shares.

China limits drone usage in populated areas - CNET[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 06:09:29 GMT ]The Chinese government will soon launch new regulations that will ban drones being used to deliver goods to densely populated cities and towns.

LinkedIn needs to get you excited again. Here's how it'll do it - CNET[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 06:20:37 GMT ]The social network's revamp of its app, out Tuesday, is the most important it's ever made. In a behind-the-scenes look before its release, LinkedIn talks about what went into the app that now serves as its "front door."

Where can I get 4K Ultra HD TV shows and movies today? - CNET[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 06:26:09 GMT ]Looking for 4K content to go with your Ultra HD "4K" TV? Here's what you can find, and where.

Penelope Cruz, Jon Favreau the latest to star in iPhone ads - CNET[ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 07:13:09 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Two new iPhone 6S ads emerge, as Apple piles on with the star power.

Debris from SpaceX rocket found 4,000 miles from launch site, in UK[ Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:29:42 GMT ]

Personal sensors: The first genuine must-have accessory?[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 13:44:29 GMT ]In major cities, we are surrounded by silent killers at all times.

Meet the people who 'live in the future'[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 13:52:24 GMT ]

Women scientists who changed the world[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 13:55:53 GMT ]For decades, stories have gone largely untold about world-changing accomplishments by dozens of female pioneers in science, medicine and technology.

Google, Facebook, SpaceX, OneWeb plan to beam Internet everywhere[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 16:33:47 GMT ]By now it's kind of hard to believe, even sort of embarrassing.

AT&T Unlimited Data Plan Is Getting More Expensive[ Mon, 30 Nov 2015 22:28:06 GMT ]Customers with unlimited data plans, which the company no longer offers, will have to pay $5 more each month starting early next year.

VTech Hack Affects 5M Customers, Including Kids[ Mon, 30 Nov 2015 22:48:18 GMT ]Electronic toymaker VTech was hacked last week, exposing the personal information of around 5 million customers.

Steel Speaker Transmits Sound Using a Wooden Sphere[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:12:27 GMT ]In the market for a high design centerpiece for your living room — and also happen to need a Bluetooth speaker? Look no further.

Cyber Monday Could Be Largest Online Sales Day Ever[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 01:49:00 GMT ]This year's "Cyber Monday" sale event is set to be the biggest online shopping day in history, Adobe predicts.

Can You Tell Which Brains Are Male? Neither Could Scientists[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:25:23 GMT ]Scientists who tried very hard to find distinct differences between male and female brains say they can't do it.

Adobe lights a Fuse with its Photoshop updates - CNET[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:00:03 GMT ]A lot of small tweaks to Photoshop and Adobe's first outing for its Fuse people-modeling and compositing technology debut.

What's new in Adobe Photoshop CC for November 2015 (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:00:05 GMT ]Adobe continues its Photoshop facelift for the flat-interface era and debuts the integration of Fuse 3D poses and animations.

Cyber Monday breaks sales record again, but perhaps not for long - CNET[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:35:19 GMT ]With more holiday spending happening earlier, Cyber Monday may soon lose its crown as the biggest online US sales day of the year.

Samsung replaces chief of struggling mobile unit - CNET[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 06:00:24 GMT ]Co-CEO JK Shin, who had headed up the unit since 2009, will remain as head of the company's overall mobile business to focus on long-term strategy.

Google Chrome update can drop data consumption by 70 percent - CNET[ Tue, 01 Dec 2015 09:49:25 GMT ]Google has unveiled an update to Android's Chrome Data Saver feature. Rolling out first in India and Indonesia, it can potentially save users 70 percent of their data.

Albert Einstein's special mark on the universe[ Fri, 27 Nov 2015 19:42:29 GMT ]It has been exactly 100 years since Albert Einstein presented his theory of general relativity to an audience of scientists on November 25, 1915. While virtually everyone has heard of Einstein and his theory, very few people have any idea of what the theory actually is.

How a 6 month 'degree' could put you ahead of the competition[ Fri, 27 Nov 2015 19:44:07 GMT ]

Women scientists who changed the world[ Sat, 28 Nov 2015 19:14:25 GMT ]For decades, stories have gone largely untold about world-changing accomplishments by dozens of female pioneers in science, medicine and technology.

Airbus patent detaches the cabin from the airplane[ Sat, 28 Nov 2015 19:20:34 GMT ]Plane manufacturers have come up with some interesting ideas. The latest: Turn cabins -- the part of the plane where you sit -- into detachable modules separate from the planes. Then mix and match 'em, and you save all kinds of time and money, Airbus says.

Debris from SpaceX rocket found 4,000 miles from launch site, in UK[ Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:29:42 GMT ]