Artifact Shows Babylonians Used Calculus to Track Planets[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 22:06:55 GMT ]A form of calculus thought to have been discovered some 700 years ago may be three times as old.

NTSB Report Cites Wing Damage in Crash of Google Drone[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 22:59:50 GMT ]The agency has issued a summary of its investigation into a solar-powered drone from Google that crashed last May.

Europe Launches First Part of Space-Based 'Data Highway'[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:03:00 GMT ]The EDRS-A node will help pave the way for faster monitoring of natural disasters such as earthquakes and floods.

Facebook, Instagram Ban Private Gun Sales[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:17:00 GMT ]The policy does not apply to guns that are sold through Facebook by licensed retailers. It already prohibits illegal drug and pharmaceutical sales

Facebook, Instagram Ban Private Gun Sales[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:17:00 GMT ]The policy does not apply to guns that are sold through Facebook by licensed retailers. It already prohibits illegal drug and pharmaceutical sales

Used iPhone 6 could be the bargain you're looking for - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 13:00:05 GMT ]In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon offers advice about getting a great value from buying an older used model of the popular iPhone.

Hackers try to con the wrong mom. Knitting circle not the same - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 17:30:08 GMT ]The eagle-eyed Char Yarema noticed something wasn't right when shopping online. But experts say not enough people know how to stay safe.

Alphabet? Google? Either way, it's ready to rumble - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 17:35:53 GMT ]Google has always been light-years ahead of its time, thanks to its unconventional co-founders. They're shaking things up, again.

Light the way with 'Ghostbusters' Stay Puft candle - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 22:05:45 GMT ]Conjure up a romantic mood with this marshmallow-scented Stay Puft candle. Plus he's a lot less threatening than the giant version that attempts to destroy New York City.

The Super Bowl ad that might send a shiver down your spine - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 22:58:12 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Online mortgage provider Quicken Loans wants everyone to use a phone to get a mortgage. Is this asking for trouble?

30th years later: How Challenger disaster changed NASA[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:14:16 GMT ]

Marvin Minsky, a leader in artificial intelligence, dies[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:27:19 GMT ]

Beyond cyberthreats: When hacking could enable murder[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 14:03:40 GMT ]Cyberthreats are changing. We're worried about hackers crashing airplanes by hacking into computer networks. We're worried about hackers remotely disabling cars. We're worried about manipulated counts from electronic voting booths, remote murder through hacked medical devices and someone hacking an Internet thermostat to turn off the heat and freeze the pipes.

Hoverboards that hover? They're here[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 17:48:21 GMT ]

How virtual reality could change moviegoing[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 17:51:24 GMT ]You're standing on the edge of a cliff, hundreds of feet above a snaking river. Your palms are sweaty. Your heart is beating fast.

Artifact Shows Babylonians Used Calculus to Track Planets[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 22:06:55 GMT ]A form of calculus thought to have been discovered some 700 years ago may be three times as old.

NTSB Report Cites Wing Damage in Crash of Google Drone[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 22:59:50 GMT ]The agency has issued a summary of its investigation into a solar-powered drone from Google that crashed last May.

Europe Launches First Part of Space-Based 'Data Highway'[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:03:00 GMT ]The EDRS-A node will help pave the way for faster monitoring of natural disasters such as earthquakes and floods.

Facebook, Instagram Ban Private Gun Sales[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:17:00 GMT ]The policy does not apply to guns that are sold through Facebook by licensed retailers. It already prohibits illegal drug and pharmaceutical sales

Facebook, Instagram Ban Private Gun Sales[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 00:17:00 GMT ]The policy does not apply to guns that are sold through Facebook by licensed retailers. It already prohibits illegal drug and pharmaceutical sales

The Milky Way may be dead or dying, but help is on the way - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 23:45:37 GMT ]Our galaxy might be running out of fuel, but scientists say that a shipment is on the way in the form of a previously exiled part of the Milky Way.

Apple's working on long-range wireless charging for the iPhone (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Ep. 24) - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 23:56:35 GMT ]The iPhone 7 could bring a new dual-lens camera, we're expecting the iPad Air 3 and iPhone 5SE in March, and Apple is exploring virtual reality.

Soar over dwarf planet Ceres' surface in revealing NASA video - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 01:06:40 GMT ]Using real images taken from the spacecraft Dawn, NASA takes you on an animated tour of the largest body in the asteroid belt.

Facebook takes a shot at gun sellers - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 01:16:39 GMT ]The world's largest social network is banning private gun sales on its site, joining a larger debate about how guns are handled in the US.

Apple said to have secret virtual-reality team - CNET[ Sat, 30 Jan 2016 02:25:49 GMT ]Apple has been building prototype headsets that could one day rival Facebook's Oculus Rift or Microsoft's Hololens, according to the Financial Times.

30th years later: How Challenger disaster changed NASA[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:14:16 GMT ]

Marvin Minsky, a leader in artificial intelligence, dies[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:27:19 GMT ]

Beyond cyberthreats: When hacking could enable murder[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 14:03:40 GMT ]Cyberthreats are changing. We're worried about hackers crashing airplanes by hacking into computer networks. We're worried about hackers remotely disabling cars. We're worried about manipulated counts from electronic voting booths, remote murder through hacked medical devices and someone hacking an Internet thermostat to turn off the heat and freeze the pipes.

Hoverboards that hover? They're here[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 17:48:21 GMT ]

How virtual reality could change moviegoing[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 17:51:24 GMT ]You're standing on the edge of a cliff, hundreds of feet above a snaking river. Your palms are sweaty. Your heart is beating fast.

What Google Paid to a Guy Who Briefly Owned Google.com[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 22:48:00 GMT ]Owning a part of Google, if only for a minute, has its benefits.

GM Forms Team for Self-Driving and Electric Cars[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 23:41:00 GMT ]Earlier this month, GM said it planned to work with Lyft to develop an on-demand network of driverless cars.

Google: Our Balloons Won't Fry Anyone With Radiation[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:10:48 GMT ]Google has written to the FCC to assure regulators that the company's "Project Loon" Internet-beaming balloons pose no threat to anyone.

High School Teacher Accused of Distributing Child Porn[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 09:55:11 GMT ]Roberto Antonio Sandoval, who teaches in Chula Vista, California, was placed on paid leave last week.

Billionaire Paul Allen's Mega-Yacht Damages Reef: Report[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 10:18:38 GMT ]Billionaire Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is working with officials in the Cayman Islands after reports his luxury yacht damaged coral reef.

Actress, host Alison Haislip explains her obsession with Elon Musk (Tomorrow Daily 306 show notes) - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:20:39 GMT ]Alison Haislip ("Conman," "Half Hour Happy Hour") swings by the Tomorrow Daily set and chats about upcoming video games and why she's recently become intrigued by the CEO of Tesla.

See lightning shred unsuspecting tree in display of nature's wrath - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:44:36 GMT ]Watch a "wow" moment as lightning shatters a large tree and proves that you don't mess with Mother Nature.

Your impulse buys are costing Amazon a fortune - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 03:31:27 GMT ]The online retailer missed Wall Street projections during its all-important holiday quarter, and shipping and fulfillment costs didn't help the situation.

Crave giveaway: CES swag bag extraordinaire, part 2 - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 08:00:02 GMT ]This week we have still more freebies direct from the show floor, including a portable battery pack, fancy earbuds and a copy of an animated film.

Oppo launches new camera-centric F series - CNET[ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 09:10:42 GMT ]On Thursday the Chinese smartphone maker released the F1 in India, with an F1 Plus racing not far behind.

Flying from New York to London in 11 minutes?[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:09:02 GMT ]

30th years later: How Challenger disaster changed NASA[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:14:16 GMT ]

Marvin Minsky, a leader in artificial intelligence, dies[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 13:27:19 GMT ]

Beyond cyberthreats: When hacking could enable murder[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 14:03:40 GMT ]Cyberthreats are changing. We're worried about hackers crashing airplanes by hacking into computer networks. We're worried about hackers remotely disabling cars. We're worried about manipulated counts from electronic voting booths, remote murder through hacked medical devices and someone hacking an Internet thermostat to turn off the heat and freeze the pipes.

How virtual reality could change moviegoing[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 18:30:31 GMT ]You're standing on the edge of a cliff, hundreds of feet above a snaking river. Your palms are sweaty. Your heart is beating fast.

CIA Posts 'X-Files' UFO Docs for Believers and Skeptics[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 20:52:07 GMT ]The truth is out there, as Fox Mulder often said on The X-Files — and the CIA invites you to read a little piece of it.

NYC to Parents: Don't Let Your Baby Monitors Get Hacked[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 21:07:00 GMT ]The Department of Consumer Affairs has issued subpoenas to several manufacturers as part of an investigation into the devices' security.

NYC Subways Ban Hoverboards, Chicago Confiscates Them[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 22:50:00 GMT ]Sorry, New Yorkers. You can't take your hoverboards on the subways, trains or buses.

Computer Beats Pro For First Time at Go Board Game[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 23:10:07 GMT ]Computers can handle chess and checkers, but Go is one game that has historically stymied artificial intelligence — until now.

Facebook's New 'Like' Button Coming 'Pretty Soon'[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 00:20:00 GMT ]It won't be long before Facebook' s 1.6 billion users have more ways to quickly express their feelings on the world's largest social network.

Unions charge T-Mobile with shady business practices - CNET[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 02:56:38 GMT ]A complaint with the FCC accuses the "Uncarrier" of adding unauthorized charges to customer bills and deceptive advertising practices.

Smartphone shipments said to have banner year in 2015 - CNET[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 04:41:18 GMT ]Vendors shipped 1.43 billion smartphones last year, a record for one year, according to preliminary results from IDC.

'Thriving' Facebook sees big gains on mobile - CNET[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 06:42:20 GMT ]The world's largest social network continues its march of domination as it signs up advertisers eager to reach its vast mobile audience.

Adobe's new Lightroom helps photographers fill in panorama gaps - CNET[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 08:11:44 GMT ]The update pushes the boundaries -- literally -- when you're stitching multiple shots into a panorama. It's another step away from simpler days when cameras just captured reality as they saw it.

A new challenger appears: China's Oppo sells 50 million smartphones in 2015 - CNET[ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 09:37:26 GMT ]The electronics manufacturer announced that it sold 50 million phones in 2015, which makes it the world's 8th largest maker of mobile phones.

When hacking could enable murder[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 13:35:53 GMT ]Cyberthreats are changing. We're worried about hackers crashing airplanes by hacking into computer networks. We're worried about hackers remotely disabling cars. We're worried about manipulated counts from electronic voting booths, remote murder through hacked medical devices and someone hacking an Internet thermostat to turn off the heat and freeze the pipes.

Web freedoms in the age of ISIS[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 13:36:21 GMT ]5 years after Arab Spring, internet freedoms, such as on social media, that were key to uprisings against oppression are threatened as governments combat terror.

When space shuttles rode piggyback on planes[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 14:14:13 GMT ]

First flower grown in space?[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 14:23:13 GMT ]

How asteroids can help us reach Mars[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 14:30:56 GMT ]Asteroids could help provide fuel for a NASA human mission to the red planet.

Doomsday Clock Stays at Three Minutes to Midnight[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 20:56:00 GMT ]The clock, devised by the Chicago-based Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, is a symbolic countdown to global catastrophe.

Apple Sees Slowing Growth for iPhone Sales[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 21:44:00 GMT ]The company sold 74.8 million iPhones in the first quarter, below what analysts expected.

Boeing Toiling to Build 'World's Most Powerful Rocket'[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 23:25:00 GMT ]The rocket under development will have 8.5 million pounds of thrust. "That's 31 747s at full power," says one engineer.

Apple Reports 1 Billion Active Devices Around the World[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 23:47:39 GMT ]Over a billion Apple devices have been active over the last 90 days, the company announced as part of its first-quarter earnings statement.

Motorists Dodge Flying Tires at French Anti-Uber Protest[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:06:21 GMT ]Licensed taxi drivers in France hurled tires at motorists during protests against the authorization of Uber taxi drivers in the country.

Google Nexus 5X and 6P get a Valentine's Day sweetheart deal - CNET[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:47:36 GMT ]Google's latest smartphones receive a $50 price cut for you or your boo.

Apple's iPhone growth hits a wall - CNET[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:57:10 GMT ]The iPhone 6S and 6S Plus just couldn't muster the same excitement as their predecessors. Apple says that in the March quarter, iPhone sales are in for their first slump ever.

Famed rapper insists world is flat - CNET[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 02:03:05 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Atlanta-based rapper and producer B.o.B shows images that "prove" the world is not round. Neil deGrasse Tyson tries to prove him wrong.

Donald Trump to skip Fox debate after consulting Twitter - CNET[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 05:31:04 GMT ]Republican front-runner polls Twitter followers after lobbying to have Fox News host Megyn Kelly removed as a debate moderator.

Netflix too full of porn and violence, Indonesia's largest telco says - CNET[ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:36:54 GMT ]PT Telkom Indonesia, the country's largest Internet service provider, has blocked Netflix for now, citing its violent and "pornographic" content as well as its lack of compliance with local regulations.

Marvin Minsky, a leader in artificial intelligence, dies[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:50:25 GMT ]

This is what happens when your heart breaks[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:52:13 GMT ]Wearables have become a popular way of tracking daily workouts, eating habits and sleep cycles. But one man inadvertently captured what happened when his heart broke.

Travel's new game-changing gadgets[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:52:30 GMT ]

Google's Australia Day doodle recognizes indigenous people's struggles[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:58:48 GMT ]A special Google Doodle marking Australia Day has won widespread praise for highlighting the indigenous people's centuries-old suffering.

Hoverboards that hover? They're here[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 17:41:22 GMT ]

Clickers Beware: 'CrashSafari' Links Will Kill Your iPhone[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 20:20:42 GMT ]Pranksters on the social web are sending people to a website that causes smartphones to crash — so you might want to hold off on clicking or tapping.

Robot Solves Rubik's Cube in Just Over 1 Second[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 21:18:00 GMT ]A lot of things humans do, robots can do much faster. Solving a Rubik's cube is no exception.

California Residents Turn to Drones to Document Erosion[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 22:48:00 GMT ]The Nature Conservancy is asking tech junkies to capture the flooding and coastal erosion that come with El Nino

'4-D Printing' Creates Objects That Change Over Time[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:48:07 GMT ]3-D printers are versatile, but the objects they create are largely static. A new plant-inspired technique allows for creations that change over time.

Cops Slammed for Entering Unlocked Homes, Tweeting Pics[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:37:00 GMT ]Police in Coventry, England, have received a roasting on Twitter after officers entered unlocked homes without permission and tweeted photos.

Zombie mug: The most hideously icky way to drink your coffee - CNET[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:19:58 GMT ]Start your morning in a fit of primal fear with a zombie mug featuring a makeup job worthy of "The Walking Dead."

Hideo Kojima tries PlayStation VR, visits LittleBigPlanet dev Media Molecule - CNET[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:21:00 GMT ]Plus, we learn what Hideo Kojima had for lunch today.

Celebrate the zombie apocalypse with undead gear (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:24:06 GMT ]Bring the living-dead experience into your life with gross and goofy products ranging from zombie-head lollipops to brain-hungry garden gnomes.

How 'The X-files' got a total makeover for 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:39:48 GMT ]Mulder is using Uber and Scully is sequencing genomes like crazy. Welcome to 2016, "X Files."

Spotify: Your new place for video? (CNET Update show notes) - CNET[ Tue, 26 Jan 2016 10:26:35 GMT ]The streaming-music app is set to evolve beyond audio this week. Also, Snapchat may be getting new video calling features, and Cortana nags about email promises.

How to navigate the Big Data era[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 13:48:31 GMT ]Just as steam powered much of the First Industrial Revolution, the free flow of data will be fundamental to powering what the fourth one, writes Ajay Banga.

How can Internet freedoms remain strong in age of ISIS?[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 13:49:29 GMT ]5 years after Arab Spring, internet freedoms, such as on social media, that were key to uprisings against oppression are threatened as governments combat terror.

Flint crisis: Our river-on-fire moment[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 13:49:41 GMT ]We've done it before.

Is binge-watching draining life of meaning?[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 13:54:20 GMT ]There will be more than 400 scripted series on the so-called "small screen" in 2016.

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 17:57:17 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Virtual Reality Takes You Inside the Work of Dali[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:25:00 GMT ]Visitors to a new exhibition at The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, won't just be looking at art.

Google to Pay $140 Million in Back Taxes in Britain[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:49:00 GMT ]The company had been accused of avoiding taxes by keeping its European headquarters in Ireland, where tax rates are lower.

Don't Beat Your Wife: Afghans Flip #BeLikeBill Meme[ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 13:05:23 GMT ]A Facebook page modeled on the wildly popular #BeLikeBill meme is targeting social misconduct and encouraging good behavior in Afghanistan.

Top Twitter Execs Leave Company in Reshuffle[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 05:33:11 GMT ]Four senior Twitter executives are leaving the media company, which is also adding a new chief marketing officer and two board members.

Rumsfeld Releases War-Themed Solitaire Gaming App[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 10:14:59 GMT ]Donald Rumsfeld has release a gaming app called Churchill Solitaire.

What to binge watch right now - CNET[ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 23:09:59 GMT ]Snowed in or just really don't want to leave the house? From shortest to longest, these are the shows you should catch up on right now.

The wildest things Google owns (pictures) - CNET[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 06:49:02 GMT ]The list includes Terminator robots, synthetic skin and self-driving cars (and that's not even the weird stuff).

Facebook's Sports Stadium steals a page from Apple playbook - CNET[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 08:40:49 GMT ]When Facebook announced a foray into sports, the question on everyone's mind was, "Hey, didn't Twitter do that first?" But Facebook is simply borrowing ideas from competitors -- a time-honored tradition espoused by none other than the late Steve Jobs.

Big screens for the big game 2016 - CNET[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 09:00:03 GMT ]Looking for an excuse to finally buy that big-screen TV you've been coveting? The big football game is the perfect justification. Here are our top picks and advice for TV shopping in early 2016.

Facebook needs more friends for new Sports Stadium initiative - CNET[ Mon, 25 Jan 2016 09:13:00 GMT ]Not only is it hard to find Facebook's new Sports Stadium feature for its iPhone app, but it may be lonely once you do.

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:02:18 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Flint crisis and beyond: Today's river-on-fire moment[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:26:17 GMT ]We've done it before.

Is this the first flower grown in space?[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:05:47 GMT ]

This is what happens when your heart breaks[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:19:30 GMT ]Wearables have become a popular way of tracking our daily work out, eating habits and sleep cycles. But one man inadvertently captured what happened when his heart broke.

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:22:29 GMT ]Neil Harbisson is the world's first legally recognized cyborg. He has a device implanted in his skull that translates color into sound.

Watch SpaceX Dragon Crew Capsule Fire Up in Hover Test[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 22:48:35 GMT ]Crew capsules of the future may skip the parachute and opt for a powered, helicopter-like descent, if SpaceX's new tests are any indication.

The Internet Can't Get Enough of This Paul Ryan Livestream[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:09:00 GMT ]Not long ago the Internet at large was captivated by a puddle in England - and this week's obsession is no less strange.

The Internet Can't Get Enough of This Paul Ryan Livestream[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:09:00 GMT ]Not long ago the Internet at large was captivated by a puddle in England - and this week's obsession is no less strange.

Virtual Reality Takes You Inside the Work of Dali[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:25:00 GMT ]Visitors to a new exhibition at The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, won't just be looking at art.

Google to Pay $140 Million in Back Taxes in Britain[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:49:00 GMT ]The company had been accused of avoiding taxes by keeping its European headquarters in Ireland, where tax rates are lower.

VR is 'the most fun way to blow people's minds,' top comedians say - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 20:58:31 GMT ]Funny guys Rob Huebel and Paul Scheer star in the first virtual-reality comedy sketch from Funny or Die, putting you right in the scene with them.

'Doctor Who' show-runner Steven Moffat leaving in 2017 - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 21:11:26 GMT ]Moffat's leaving the hit sci-fi show means "Doctor Who" will air only a Christmas special in 2016, as the BBC moves its 10th season to 2017. "Broadchurch" writer and producer Chris Chibnall will then be taking over the Tardis in 2018.

Donald Rumsfeld launches gaming app - CNET[ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 01:09:50 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: The former defense secretary is invading the tech world with Churchill Solitaire, an app he claims aids strategic thinking.

The crazy East Coast blizzard looks just as dramatic from space - CNET[ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 03:05:18 GMT ]Check out the massive East Coast snowstorm from an astronaut's viewpoint with these stunning photos shared from the International Space Station.

Samsung to open VR movie studio in New York: 'We love stories' - CNET[ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 06:13:02 GMT ]The company behind the Gear VR virtual-reality headset partners with the Sundance film festival to foster new immersive experiences.

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:02:18 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Flint crisis and beyond: Today's river-on-fire moment[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:26:17 GMT ]We've done it before.

Is this the first flower grown in space?[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:05:47 GMT ]

This is what happens when your heart breaks[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:19:30 GMT ]Wearables have become a popular way of tracking our daily work out, eating habits and sleep cycles. But one man inadvertently captured what happened when his heart broke.

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:22:29 GMT ]Neil Harbisson is the world's first legally recognized cyborg. He has a device implanted in his skull that translates color into sound.

Watch SpaceX Dragon Crew Capsule Fire Up in Hover Test[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 22:48:35 GMT ]Crew capsules of the future may skip the parachute and opt for a powered, helicopter-like descent, if SpaceX's new tests are any indication.

The Internet Can't Get Enough of This Paul Ryan Livestream[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:09:00 GMT ]Not long ago the Internet at large was captivated by a puddle in England - and this week's obsession is no less strange.

The Internet Can't Get Enough of This Paul Ryan Livestream[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:09:00 GMT ]Not long ago the Internet at large was captivated by a puddle in England - and this week's obsession is no less strange.

Virtual Reality Takes You Inside the Work of Dali[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:25:00 GMT ]Visitors to a new exhibition at The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, won't just be looking at art.

Google to Pay $140 Million in Back Taxes in Britain[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 23:49:00 GMT ]The company had been accused of avoiding taxes by keeping its European headquarters in Ireland, where tax rates are lower.

Return of the 4-inch iPhone? Rumor hints at March launch - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 00:33:12 GMT ]Apple could be working on a smaller version of its wildly popular phone, along with Apple Watch bands in new materials, and possibly a pair of iPads.

New Takata airbag inflator recall covers some 5 million vehicles - Roadshow[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 00:59:54 GMT ]This news reported by Reuters arrives in the wake of the 10th death allegedly linked to faulty Takata components.

'Batman' and 'Men in Black' arrive on Amazon in February - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 01:00:03 GMT ]Paid for Amazon Prime? Then you've got a pretty good catalog of video to watch. Check out what's being added to Amazon.

Samsung to open VR movie studio in New York: 'We love stories' - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 02:16:32 GMT ]The company behind the Gear VR virtual-reality headset partners with the Sundance film festival to foster new immersive experiences.

VR is 'the most fun way to blow people's minds' top comedians say - CNET[ Sat, 23 Jan 2016 02:28:51 GMT ]Funny guys Rob Huebel and Paul Scheer star in the first virtual-reality comedy sketch from Funny or Die, putting you right in the scene with them.

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:02:18 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Flint crisis and beyond: Today's river-on-fire moment[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:26:17 GMT ]We've done it before.

Is this the first flower grown in space?[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:05:47 GMT ]

This is what happens when your heart breaks[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:19:30 GMT ]Wearables have become a popular way of tracking our daily work out, eating habits and sleep cycles. But one man inadvertently captured what happened when his heart broke.

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 15:22:29 GMT ]Neil Harbisson is the world's first legally recognized cyborg. He has a device implanted in his skull that translates color into sound.

How Scientists (Possibly) Discovered Planet Nine[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 20:26:00 GMT ]Beyond Neptune, in the farthest reaches of our solar system, is Planet Nine.

Encryption Is Here to Stay, NSA Chief Says[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 21:04:00 GMT ]Rogers says arguing about how to get rid of encryption is a waste of time.

Many Gun Buyers Would Consider 'Smart' Guns: Study[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 21:04:15 GMT ]Many gun owners would happily consider smart or childproof weapons for their next purchase, a new study by Johns Hopkins University finds.

One Billion Views: Adele Says 'Hello' to YouTube Record[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 22:50:23 GMT ]Adele's video for "Hello" broke a YouTube record on Thursday, reaching 1 billion views in only 87 days, beating out Psy's "Gangnam Style" (158 days).

Scott Kelly Plays Water Ping Pong on 300th Day in Space[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 00:53:42 GMT ]Scott Kelly celebrated his 300th day in orbit in suitably spacey style: bouncing a sphere of water around like a ping pong ball.

Why haven't we found aliens yet? Maybe they're all dead - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 04:51:15 GMT ]If the universe is so full of the building blocks for life as we know it, why haven't we found any? Because all the aliens are extinct, a new paper proposes.

Crave giveaway: CES swag bag extraordinaire, part 1 - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 08:00:02 GMT ]What's the next best thing to attending CES? Getting a bunch of swag straight from the show floor.

LeTV follows Xiaomi and Huawei into India - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 09:43:11 GMT ]LeEco, previously known as LeTV, will launch its Le 1s and Le Max Pro smartphones in India as part of a greater push into the subcontinent.

Google reportedly paid Apple $1B to be default search engine on iPhones - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 10:44:39 GMT ]The revelation of an alleged revenue-sharing deal between the two rivals shows the importance Google places on having its search bar in front of as many mobile users as possible.

The 404 Show 1646: Suicide Squad, honest Force Awakens discussion, new Amazon smart products (podcast) - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jan 2016 11:00:03 GMT ]Russ and Jeff are ready to talk about Star Wars: The Force Awakens without worrying about spoilers! (Skip 8:00-19:00 if you don't want to hear it!) The guys will also discuss the newest Suicide Squad trailer, and learn about Amazon's magical auto-replenishment devices.

Hoverboards that actually hover? They're here[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 13:59:47 GMT ]

Travel's new game-changing gadgets[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:59:46 GMT ]

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:02:18 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Flint crisis and beyond: Today's river-on-fire moment[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:26:17 GMT ]We've done it before.

Is this the first flower grown in space?[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:05:47 GMT ]

Researchers Discover Largest Prime Number to Date[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 21:42:00 GMT ]Researchers at the University of Central Michigan have discovered the largest prime number to date — and it's really big.

'Squishy Robot Fingers' Sample Fragile Marine Life[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 22:19:57 GMT ]Researchers have developed a set of robotic spongy grippers that could hold onto things like kelp and soft coral without crushing them.

Cowboys Get FAA Go-Ahead for Drone Use During Practice[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 23:27:57 GMT ]Don't expect to see UAVs floating above any games, though.

Safety Chief to Hoverboard Users: Get a Fire Extinguisher[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 00:31:21 GMT ]A federal safety official has gone so far as to recommend keeping a fire extinguisher around when you ride your new hoverboard.

Made in Pakistan: Your Next Favorite Mobile Game[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 08:11:52 GMT ]Most companies in Pakistan's IT sector — including mobile game studios — are growing at more than 30 percent a year.

General Motors' Maven is all about car sharing, not ride sharing - Roadshow[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:01:03 GMT ]At its simplest, consider it GM's equivalent of Zipcar.

Science reveals secret lives of mysterious decapitated gladiators - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:27:29 GMT ]The skeletons of Roman-era fighters found in York, UK, have undergone genome analysis to determine their origin.

Holographic assistant brings us one step closer to AI butlers - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:28:56 GMT ]A company from Japan is working on a fully holographic artificial intelligence assistant. It offers similar services to Amazon's Echo, but brings a new level of personality.

Facebook wants to get into the game with Sports Stadium - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 06:45:27 GMT ]Social network offers a hub for real-time stats and play-by-play information, as well as a forum for discussion about games in progress.

Super Bowl 50 vows to be the most technologically advanced ever - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jan 2016 07:23:59 GMT ]Reps from the NFL, San Francisco 49ers and software giant SAP say the Big Game will live up to its high-tech promise.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 15:25:26 GMT ]Want your favorite beer delivered to your door? Google's head of "Project Wing," an initiative to deliver goods to customers by drones, says it's possible in the next one to three years.

Shipwreck from 1800s turns up in MH370 search[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 18:16:59 GMT ]Boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. But searchers have discovered a shipwreck some 200 years old at the bottom of the sea.

Hoverboards that actually hover? They're here[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 13:59:47 GMT ]

Travel's new game-changing gadgets[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 14:59:46 GMT ]

How are all those screens changing kids' behavior?[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:02:18 GMT ]In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his "addiction" to technology.

Microsoft Announces 'Minecraft' Edition for the Classroom[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 22:15:10 GMT ]Microsoft has announced a classroom-focused version of "Minecraft," the phenomenally popular open-world building game the company purchased in 2014

DARPA Wants to Develop Brain-Translating Device[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 22:42:02 GMT ]The federal government really does want to read your mind.

Microsoft to Donate $1B in Cloud Services to Nonprofits[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 23:45:00 GMT ]CEO Satya Nadella says the move is part of the company's commitment to ensuring the cloud can serve the public good.

Drones Fly Through an Obstacle Course Without a Ding[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:08:16 GMT ]Researchers from MIT presented new methods for small craft to identify and avoid obstacles this week, showing them off in an impressive video.

Your Job Might Be 1 of 5 Million Replaced by Robots by 2020[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 08:39:36 GMT ]Brace yourselves for another industrial revolution. Robots could replace an estimated 5 million jobs in the next four years, a new report claims.

Shaping up: Ex-Twitter CEO Dick Costolo launching fitness startup - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 01:48:42 GMT ]Costolo hopes to break into the crowded field of fitness tech. He's also joining a venture capital firm.

Twitter's outage reminds us social media is taking over our lives - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 02:30:28 GMT ]Anxiety and frustration may set in when we can't be social. Addicts say they realize sometimes these outages can offer a much needed respite.

Open your eyes and see the official 'Suicide Squad' trailer - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 03:30:20 GMT ]Task Force X is coming to a big screen near you, but for now you can check them out in the latest official trailer. It's not just fantasy.

This is the other side of the sharing economy - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 04:00:03 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Vacation rental company HomeAway launches an ad that mercilessly mocks Airbnb and its caring, sharing mentality.

New prime number discovery breaks record at 22 million digits - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 04:34:32 GMT ]A new highest known prime number has been calculated, clocking in at nearly 5 million digits more than the previous record holder.

The risks -- and benefits -- of letting algorithms judge us[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 20:35:11 GMT ]

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 13:44:18 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Travel in the future: The newest game-changing gadgets[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 15:01:13 GMT ]

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 15:25:26 GMT ]Want your favorite beer delivered to your door? Google's head of "Project Wing," an initiative to deliver goods to customers by drones, says it's possible in the next one to three years.

Shipwreck from 1800s turns up in MH370 search[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 18:16:59 GMT ]Boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. But searchers have discovered a shipwreck some 200 years old at the bottom of the sea.

Facebook Founder Targeted by 'Don't Kill Us' Campaign[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 14:06:26 GMT ]"When Palestinian terrorists called for the killing of Jews on Facebook, Facebook closed its eyes," according to a video released by an Israeli NGO.

Uber Partners With Airbus for On-Demand Helicopter Rides[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 17:46:00 GMT ]Airbus has established a partnership with Uber as part of an experiment that would allow Uber users to hail copters.

Messaging Service WhatsApp to Drop $1 Subscription Fee[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 18:27:00 GMT ]The company, which was acquired by Facebook in 2014, boasts nearly 1 billion users.

Ice May Have Caused Spectacular SpaceX Explosion[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 19:44:00 GMT ]The rocket had descended with pinpoint accuracy onto a drone ship before a landing leg buckled, causing the booster to tip over and explode.

Facebook Cracks Down on Extremist Posts in Europe[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 21:10:00 GMT ]The move comes after German politicians in particular raised concerns about a rise in xenophobic comments linked to an influx of refugees.

Myo armbands used to control prosthetic arm - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 01:15:38 GMT ]The Myo gesture-controlled armband has been used to create a robotic prosthetic arm that can be controlled by the user's muscles.

Court bans Samsung from selling older smartphones you can't get anymore - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 03:20:06 GMT ]Judge issues permanent injunction against handful of devices found to infringe on a trio of Apple patents.

Netflix CEO: 'It may be soon that we have a license in China' - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 04:19:40 GMT ]The mega-popular streaming service is currently available virtually everywhere except China -- but that may not be the case for much longer.

Trump promises he'll force Apple to manufacture in the US - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 04:40:52 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: In a speech at Liberty University, the leading Republican candidate says he'll strong-arm Tim Cook to end all foreign manufacture of the company's "damn computers."

Queasy quasar: Turbulent galaxy upchucks its star-making material - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jan 2016 05:32:37 GMT ]The most luminous galaxy in the universe is a roilingly turbulent quasar in the process of ejecting all its star-forming gas.

Is this the first flower grown in space?[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 16:28:34 GMT ]

Black hole 'burps' gas[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 16:36:27 GMT ]

The biggest and brightest supernova ever?[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 16:40:14 GMT ]

Toxic reality facing the poor[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 20:34:31 GMT ]

The risks -- and benefits -- of letting algorithms judge us[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 20:35:11 GMT ]

Google's Eric Schmidt Meets With Pope at the Vatican[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:03:00 GMT ]Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google parent company Alphabet, had an unusual meeting on his calendar on Friday — a private sit-down with Po

Supreme Court to Hear Microsoft Appeal Over Xbox Lawsuit[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:36:00 GMT ]The high court will decide whether the company must face a class-action lawsuit by disgruntled Xbox 360 owners.

Is That You, Rosie? Humanoid Robot Sweeps, Tidies Up[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 00:47:01 GMT ]Fans of "The Jetsons" may see shades of the robotic maid Rosie as this Atlas humanoid robot attempts various cleaning tasks.

SpaceX Flubs Ocean Landing Attempt[ Sun, 17 Jan 2016 20:16:00 GMT ]A Falcon 9 rocket blasted off from California on Sunday to put a climate-monitoring satellite into orbit, then turned around and botched the landing.

Why Wikipedia Is in Trouble[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 09:29:00 GMT ]As the user-editing encyclopedia turns 15, dedicated editors are getting scarcer by the day.

Animal brought back to life from 30-year deep freeze - CNET[ Sun, 17 Jan 2016 17:00:03 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Japanese scientists say they've resuscitated a tiny waterbear from a frozen moss sample.

Kylo Ren isn't a great undercover boss on SNL - CNET[ Sun, 17 Jan 2016 18:30:03 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: It's hard when you're the epitome of all evil to go among your staff and pretend you're just an ordinary guy. A nice, ordinary gut.

X-ray reveals Elizabethan magician John Dee's circle of skulls - CNET[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 02:12:10 GMT ]A Victorian painting of Queen Elizabeth I's court philosopher depicted him in a halo of skulls that was subsequently painted over.

SpaceX fails in third attempt to stick landing on its drone barge - CNET[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 03:48:15 GMT ]One of the company's Falcon 9 rockets broke a leg in an attempt to land on an autonomous landing pad at sea for the first time -- and not in the good-luck kind of way.

Astronaut snaps selfie during historic spacewalk - CNET[ Mon, 18 Jan 2016 05:45:41 GMT ]British astronaut Tim Peake goes for a stroll in space and takes time for a spectacular selfie featuring Earth reflected in his helmet visor.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:18:56 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:23:46 GMT ]

Shipwreck from 1800s found during MH370 search[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:31:15 GMT ]For nearly two years, boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

8 million Instagram followers means this[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 16:22:44 GMT ]If you've ever tried to get a response from your favorite sports star on social media and never heard back, this is probably why.

Obama Picks Kendrick Over Drake in YouTube Interview[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:38:04 GMT ]Sorry, Drizzy. President Barack Obama chose Kendrick Lamar over Drake in a hypothetical rap battle.

Fujifilm Unveils 3 New X-Series Mirrorless Cameras[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:02:33 GMT ]Fujifilm has announced three new cameras in its X series, known for their retro styling and impressive image quality (and their premium price).

Google's Eric Schmidt Meets With Pope at the Vatican[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:03:00 GMT ]Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google parent company Alphabet, had an unusual meeting on his calendar on Friday — a private sit-down with Po

Supreme Court to Hear Microsoft Appeal Over Xbox Lawsuit[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:36:00 GMT ]The high court will decide whether the company must face a class-action lawsuit by disgruntled Xbox 360 owners.

Is That You, Rosie? Humanoid Robot Sweeps, Tidies Up[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 00:47:01 GMT ]Fans of "The Jetsons" may see shades of the robotic maid Rosie as this Atlas humanoid robot attempts various cleaning tasks.

Witcher 3 Blood and Wine expansion 'more refined' than full game - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:01:41 GMT ]"Blood and Wine is the sum of all the experiences we gained when creating Wild Hunt," CD Projekt Red says.

Weird star system scientists have been checking for aliens just got weirder - CNET[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 15:14:51 GMT ]Last year, scientists spotted something strange going on around a distant star. Now it turns out it's been happening for decades, or even centuries, making it even harder to explain.

What's the best phone to have when dumping your carrier? - CNET[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 17:51:08 GMT ]Carriers have eliminated contracts and device subsidies, and we're all now paying full price for expensive phones. Does that mean we're free to move among operators? CNET's Marguerite Reardon explains the ins and outs.

Obama speaks out on Internet's big issue: Dog pants - CNET[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 20:06:08 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: The Web cannot decide which sort of pants dogs would wear. The president weighs in.

Not sleeping so well? Eating fiber might help - CNET[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 23:51:40 GMT ]Want to keep your eyes shut throughout the night? Watch what you put into your mouth all day long, says a new study.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:18:56 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:23:46 GMT ]

Shipwreck from 1800s found during MH370 search[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:31:15 GMT ]For nearly two years, boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

8 million Instagram followers means this[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 16:22:44 GMT ]If you've ever tried to get a response from your favorite sports star on social media and never heard back, this is probably why.

Obama Picks Kendrick Over Drake in YouTube Interview[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:38:04 GMT ]Sorry, Drizzy. President Barack Obama chose Kendrick Lamar over Drake in a hypothetical rap battle.

Fujifilm Unveils 3 New X-Series Mirrorless Cameras[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:02:33 GMT ]Fujifilm has announced three new cameras in its X series, known for their retro styling and impressive image quality (and their premium price).

Google's Eric Schmidt Meets With Pope at the Vatican[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:03:00 GMT ]Eric Schmidt, executive chairman of Google parent company Alphabet, had an unusual meeting on his calendar on Friday — a private sit-down with Po

Supreme Court to Hear Microsoft Appeal Over Xbox Lawsuit[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:36:00 GMT ]The high court will decide whether the company must face a class-action lawsuit by disgruntled Xbox 360 owners.

Is That You, Rosie? Humanoid Robot Sweeps, Tidies Up[ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 00:47:01 GMT ]Fans of "The Jetsons" may see shades of the robotic maid Rosie as this Atlas humanoid robot attempts various cleaning tasks.

Weird star system scientists have been checking for aliens just got weirder - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 21:31:03 GMT ]Last year, scientists spotted something strange going on around a distant star. Now it turns out it's been happening for decades, or even centuries, making it even harder to explain.

Dive inside a Dalí painting with virtual reality - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 21:54:07 GMT ]The Dalí Museum takes you through the mind of Salvador Dali in a new VR experience. Bridget Carey goes for a ride and talks to the creators.

Internet christens Trump the GOP debate winner (again) - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 22:29:37 GMT ]"The Donald" dominates conversation on Twitter during the sixth Republican presidential debate, crushing rival Ted Cruz and other candidates.

Molten aluminum, meet raw steak - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 22:39:06 GMT ]Don't try this cooking method at home, folks. The Backyard Scientist answers the burning question of what happens when liquid aluminum contacts a hunk of meat.

Witcher 3 Blood and Wine expansion 'more refined' than full game - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 23:01:41 GMT ]"Blood and Wine is the sum of all the experiences we gained when creating Wild Hunt," CD Projekt Red says.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:18:56 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:23:46 GMT ]

Shipwreck from 1800s found during MH370 search[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:31:15 GMT ]For nearly two years, boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

8 million Instagram followers means this[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 16:22:44 GMT ]If you've ever tried to get a response from your favorite sports star on social media and never heard back, this is probably why.

Scientists Discover Most Powerful Supernova Ever Found[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 21:28:26 GMT ]A blazing-bright object appears to be the most luminous supernova ever witnessed.

Stephen Hawking: Black Holes Have 'Hair'[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:14:00 GMT ]A new paper proposes that at least some of the information devoured by a black hole is stored in these electric hairs.

NASA Adds Third Company to Space Station Supply Fleet[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 23:09:00 GMT ]Recent launch accidents have prompted NASA to pick a third vendor, for increased flexibility.

Netflix Cracks Down on Trick for Watching Foreign Shows[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:18:52 GMT ]Netflix is taking steps to thwart users who fake their location in order to get access to foreign shows and movies.

How China Helped Dying American Boy Become Famous[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 10:17:33 GMT ]An 8-year old boy's dying wish to be famous in China has come true, thanks to social media — even though Facebook is blocked in the country.

How does the 2017 Honda Ridgeline stack up to the competition? - Roadshow[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:24:48 GMT ]Can Honda go from worst to first with the new 2017 Ridgeline? We take a second look at it and the competition and make our best guess.

Antarctic ice may conceal the world's most massive canyon - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:48:55 GMT ]Satellite data reveals the rocky continent under the Antarctic ice may contain the largest canyon in the world.

​Why you can't have everything: The Netflix licensing dilemma - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 06:43:04 GMT ]Commentary: Netflix has shut off VPN users and these paying subscribers are crying foul. But the move is less about keeping the little guy happy, and more about the big end of town.

Crave giveaway: Casio G-Shock tough wristwatch - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 08:00:03 GMT ]Dress up your wrist with a free shock-resistant, water-resistant watch from Casio. The time to enter our giveaway is now.

Sleep smart: Japanese mattress adjusts air pressure for better rest - CNET[ Fri, 15 Jan 2016 10:17:04 GMT ]Hiroshima-based Molten Corp is hoping to assist the elderly and the injured with its new Leios mattress, which helps reduce bedsores and promotes better blood circulation during sleep.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:18:56 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:23:46 GMT ]

Shipwreck from 1800s found during MH370 search[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:31:15 GMT ]For nearly two years, boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

8 million Instagram followers means this[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 16:22:44 GMT ]If you've ever tried to get a response from your favorite sports star on social media and never heard back, this is probably why.

Why a Muslim Gamer Was Banned From Playing Online[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 21:12:00 GMT ]Muhammad Zakir Khan, a professor at Florida's Broward College, couldn't create an online account to play the highly anticipated video game "Paragon."

Arizona to Shame 'Deadbeat Dads' on Facebook, Twitter[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 21:30:00 GMT ]Child-support evaders, beware. In Arizona, your name and photo could be plastered all over social media for the world to see.

YouTube Star PewDiePie Now Has Own Video Network[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 22:25:00 GMT ]YouTube millionaire PewDiePie now has his own network.

Short Walk With a Tablet Creates 3-D Models of Buildings[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 23:14:19 GMT ]Swiss researchers have developed a technique for making digital reproductions of buildings' interiors and exteriors just by walking through them.

Twitter 'Knowingly' Permits Terrorists to Use Network: Suit[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 00:47:00 GMT ]The lawsuit is being filed by the family of an American defense contractor who was gunned down while training security forces in Jordan.

2016 Detroit auto show roundup - Roadshow[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 04:30:03 GMT ]Revisiting the noteworthy debuts at the 2016 North American International Auto Show.

Fifty Shades of Sucky: Razzies unleash vengeance on 2015's worst films - CNET[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:39:48 GMT ]Some of last year's most critically condemned films, including "Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2," "Jupiter Ascending" and "Fifty Shades of Grey," pick up several nominations for this year's Golden Raspberry Awards.

VLT black hole instrument discovers new binary star - CNET[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:47:49 GMT ]The Very Large Telescope's black hole instrument has been activated, and has already made a stellar discovery.

What's it like to be Jar Jar? Find out from the man who played him - CNET[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 06:15:02 GMT ]Ahmed Best, the actor who played the bumbling Gungan in the "Star Wars" prequels, talks about the challenge of playing a computer-generated character, the backlash against Jar Jar and what it's like to get a piggyback ride from Liam Neeson.

Your canine friend knows how you're feeling - CNET[ Thu, 14 Jan 2016 06:30:57 GMT ]Using a combination of senses, dogs are able to recognise emotions in humans and respond accordingly.

Opinion: Hoverboard ban won't work[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:19:11 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.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

This little black box could change the Internet in Africa[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:18:56 GMT ]Kenyan start-up BRCK has secured $3 million in funding for an invention that hopes to change the face of internet connectivity across Africa.

Deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:23:46 GMT ]

Shipwreck from 1800s found during MH370 search[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 14:31:15 GMT ]For nearly two years, boats dragging high-tech detection devices across the Indian Ocean have failed to solve the mystery of the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.

Netflix CEO Starts $100 Million Fund for Education[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 23:24:00 GMT ]Hastings has been a longtime supporter of childhood education and in the past has given millions to start charter schools.

Nuclear Computers Especially Vulnerable to Attack: Audit[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:10:00 GMT ]The Nuclear Regulatory Commission's cybersecurity center isn't "optimized to protect the agency's network," the agency's own inspector general said.

Intelligence Chief Clapper's Online Accounts Hacked[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:20:00 GMT ]The same teenage hacker who broke into CIA Director John Brennan's account apparently also targeted Clapper.

Google: Self-Driving Cars Still Need Human Help for Now[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:45:00 GMT ]The company says the technology has yet to reach the goal of not needing someone behind the wheel.

This Netflix Trick Lets You Browse Hidden Categories[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 08:50:55 GMT ]A quick hack that lets you jump directly to any category in Netflix, even the most obscure ones.

US intelligence director's accounts next on the hacking block - CNET[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 04:55:48 GMT ]Personal email, Internet and phone accounts associated with James Clapper were hijacked, hackers tell Motherboard.

'Silence of the Lambs' house gets price sliced almost to the bone - CNET[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 05:50:14 GMT ]The owners of the Pennsylvania home used as the setting for the serial killer's grisly handiwork are having a hard time finding another buyer. Maybe they could throw in a basket of lotions to sweeten the deal?

SharkCam provides viral video, 'groundbreaking' information - CNET[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 06:08:53 GMT ]The drone made famous via attack from a great white shark has delivered a wealth of new information on the behaviour of these amazing predators.

Silicon Valley invests in India's Hike Messenger - CNET[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 06:45:11 GMT ]Execs from companies like Dropbox, WordPress and Quora have all recently invested in Hike Messenger, a joint venture between Bharti Enterprises and Softbank.

LG teases something 'playful' for Mobile World Congress 2016 - CNET[ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 11:05:51 GMT ]LG hints that "play begins" on the invitation for its event at the annual MWC mobile show.

Teen to feds: Change typeface, save $$$[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:06:36 GMT ]

'Origami-inspired' car is made out of cardboard[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:07:48 GMT ]Japanese carmaker Lexus has created a life-sized replica of its IS sedan from 1,700 laser-cut cardboard sheets.

Opinion: Hoverboard ban won't work[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:19:11 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.

Japan's robot hotel opens its (automatic) doors[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:03:20 GMT ]When the reception desk is staffed by a robot dinosaur, the chances of a room upgrade are going to be fairly slim.

Drone deliveries could come in a year, Google exec says[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 19:05:40 GMT ]

Why 'El Chapo' Communicated Using BlackBerry Messenger[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 21:08:00 GMT ]Your accountant uncle who still wears his phone in a holster on his hip loves BlackBerry Messenger. And so, apparently, does one of the world's most n

Zuckerberg Baby's Shot Photo Riles Anti-Vaxxers[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 21:42:00 GMT ]Facebook's founder and CEO has dropped himself into the riotous social media debate over childhood vaccines.

Apple's Night Shift Feature Could Help iPhone Users Sleep[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 22:24:00 GMT ]Apple is testing a new feature that could help users catch some Zs. On Monday, the company released the beta version of iOS 9.3, which will include a

'Wow Signal' From Space May Be From Comets, Not Aliens[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 00:40:33 GMT ]A powerful radio signal received in 1977 and never explained may have been the result of a then-unknown comet, an astronomer proposes.

T-Mobile CEO Apologizes to EFF Over 'Binge On' Fracas[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 01:29:00 GMT ]The outspoken CEO is eating crow after flying off the handle last week in response to an EFF report painting T-Mobile in a negative light.

They're not also-Hans: Meet the 8 stars in the running to play young Han Solo - CNET[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 03:30:27 GMT ]Disney is reported to have narrowed down the list of actors in the running to play the space-faring scoundrel in his own Star Wars spin-off movie.

Concrete for Mars shelters made from Martian materials - CNET[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 05:04:51 GMT ]Researchers develop a type of concrete for Mars colonies made from materials that can be found on the Red Planet.

Gay dating app Grindr sells controlling stake to Chinese billionaire - CNET[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 09:16:12 GMT ]Grindr has sold a 60 percent stake to Chinese billionaire Zhou Yahui for $93 million, though no major changes to the app are expected to be made.

Toyota and Kymeta rely on satellites to power this Mirai's data connection - Roadshow[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 12:00:02 GMT ]They're hoping to achieve gigabit wireless speeds within the next few years.

Periscope broadcasts arrive on Twitter, without the links - CNET[ Tue, 12 Jan 2016 12:00:05 GMT ]Twitter's popular live-streaming video service is now available directly on the social network.

Google Cardboard saves baby's life[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:14:54 GMT ]

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:23:53 GMT ]

Teen to feds: Change typeface, save $$$[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:06:36 GMT ]

'Origami-inspired' car is made out of cardboard[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:07:48 GMT ]Japanese carmaker Lexus has created a life-sized replica of its IS sedan from 1,700 laser-cut cardboard sheets.

Opinion: Hoverboard ban won't work[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 19:19:11 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.

'Time is Running Out' for Damaged Comet Lander[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 23:49:49 GMT ]It may be the end of the line for Philae, the lander sent by the Rosetta probe to survey the surface of a comet in 2014.

Apple Car Rumors Fly After New Domain Name Registration[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:45:00 GMT ]You may not be able to buy an Apple Car yet — but at least an Apple Car website could be in the works.

A Smart Belt? High-Tech Clothes Go Casual[ Sun, 10 Jan 2016 10:23:17 GMT ]No longer do early-adopters have to look like extras from "Back to the Future Part II."

Company Bets on Catching Cancer With 'Liquid Biopsy'[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 00:21:14 GMT ]Gene sequencing company Illumina is betting it can diagnose cancer in people long before they have symptoms.

'He Changed the World': Stars Pay Tribute to Bowie[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 10:04:59 GMT ]The late David Bowie counted some of the world's most famous musicians, actors politicians and sportsmen among his devoted fans.

17th-century flap book details the wonders of anatomy - CNET[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 05:20:04 GMT ]The German-language volume, digitised for the first time, uses paper flaps to demonstrate the different layers of the human body.

Amorous T. rex danced like a bird - CNET[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 05:33:18 GMT ]Gouges made in the ground by the feet of theropods suggest that the dinosaurs engaged in mating dances similar to those of birds of today.

Volkswagen recommits to US, vows to win back consumers - Roadshow[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 05:52:09 GMT ]At a press conference just before the North American International Auto Show, VW's new CEO, Matthias Müller, promised to double down on the US.

Hong Kong's largest telco launches streaming service for Asia - CNET[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 07:39:08 GMT ]Netflix has a new regional competitor, with a new service, PCCW's Viu, to provide Asian customers with content from Korea for free.

Buick reveals Avista concept coupe ahead of Detroit auto show - Roadshow[ Mon, 11 Jan 2016 11:37:15 GMT ]Rear-wheel-drive coupe dials up performance and style.

You don't have to be 007 to own a submarine[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:46:23 GMT ]Advanced construction materials have allowed the development of new personal submarines. The technology seems all so James Bond -- except it's real.

Google Cardboard saves baby's life[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:14:54 GMT ]

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:23:53 GMT ]

Teen to feds: Change typeface, save $$$[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:06:36 GMT ]

'Origami-inspired' car is made out of cardboard[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:07:48 GMT ]Japanese carmaker Lexus has created a life-sized replica of its IS sedan from 1,700 laser-cut cardboard sheets.

Wi-Fi Coming to Every NYC Subway Station by End of 2016[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 22:11:45 GMT ]New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is accelerating efforts to bring the city's subway into the 21st century — parts of it, anyway.

Self-Driving Google Cars Add Tiny Windshield Wipers[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 23:12:11 GMT ]Driving when it's rainy is a pain, owing to reduced visibility and traction — and self-driving cars are no exception.

'Time is Running Out' for Damaged Comet Lander[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 23:49:49 GMT ]It may be the end of the line for Philae, the lander sent by the Rosetta probe to survey the surface of a comet in 2014.

Apple Car Rumors Fly After New Domain Name Registration[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:45:00 GMT ]You may not be able to buy an Apple Car yet — but at least an Apple Car website could be in the works.

A Smart Belt? High-Tech Clothes Go Casual[ Sun, 10 Jan 2016 10:23:17 GMT ]No longer do early-adopters have to look like extras from "Back to the Future Part II."

Tech my ride: The coolest concepts and showcars at CES 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 19:31:46 GMT ]Cars are kind of a big deal at CES. We round up the hottest rides and coolest concepts.

Take a tour of the booths outside CES 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 19:55:11 GMT ]There's a lot going on in the Las Vegas Convention Center at CES 2016, but if you need a bit of fresh air, there's plenty to see outside too.

The craziest products of CES 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 20:11:56 GMT ]From crazy cool to just plain crazy: Here are the wildest products we found at CES 2016

This drone catcher shoots out nets like Spider-Man - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 22:02:47 GMT ]How do you stop mischievous drones? With more drones that function like "robotic falconry," says one university professor.

If you build it, they will come (NSFW) - CNET[ Sun, 10 Jan 2016 06:02:16 GMT ]It's no accident, technology is raising the profile of a whole new product category: smart sex toys. From products meant to spark a dialogue about sex -- or just to test your pee -- to "experiences" purely for pleasure, here's what we saw at CES 2016.

You don't have to be 007 to own a submarine[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:46:23 GMT ]Advanced construction materials have allowed the development of new personal submarines. The technology seems all so James Bond -- except it's real.

Google Cardboard saves baby's life[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:14:54 GMT ]

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:23:53 GMT ]

Teen to feds: Change typeface, save $$$[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:06:36 GMT ]

'Origami-inspired' car is made out of cardboard[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:07:48 GMT ]Japanese carmaker Lexus has created a life-sized replica of its IS sedan from 1,700 laser-cut cardboard sheets.

OKCupid's New Feature Shows Polyamory Some Love[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 22:03:00 GMT ]What is a romantic relationship? On OKCupid, it's no longer limited to just two people.

Wi-Fi Coming to Every NYC Subway Station by End of 2016[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 22:11:45 GMT ]New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is accelerating efforts to bring the city's subway into the 21st century — parts of it, anyway.

Self-Driving Google Cars Add Tiny Windshield Wipers[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 23:12:11 GMT ]Driving when it's rainy is a pain, owing to reduced visibility and traction — and self-driving cars are no exception.

'Time is Running Out' for Damaged Comet Lander[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 23:49:49 GMT ]It may be the end of the line for Philae, the lander sent by the Rosetta probe to survey the surface of a comet in 2014.

Apple Car Rumors Fly After New Domain Name Registration[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:45:00 GMT ]You may not be able to buy an Apple Car yet — but at least an Apple Car website could be in the works.

Antiterrorism on the agenda as Silicon Valley meets with top federal officials - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:54:52 GMT ]Tough questions about surveillance and privacy come to the fore in a San Jose, California, meeting that includes some of tech's biggest companies, Apple and Google among them.

'Apple.car' revs up talk of iPhone maker's auto plans - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 01:36:57 GMT ]Apple registers several car-related domain names, another sign that the tech giant has automobiles on its mind.

The worst product names of CES - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 02:22:49 GMT ]We'll never forget these product names from CES 2016, and that's not a good thing.

A special guest tests a new game console...for dogs (Tomorrow Daily 295 show notes) - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 02:25:06 GMT ]Cleverpet is a game for dogs designed to entertain and challenge them when you're away from home. We invited Boston terrier mix Princess Fiona to our CNET stage at CES 2016 to test it out.

Dish adding multiroom music to Hopper DVR - CNET[ Sat, 09 Jan 2016 02:31:30 GMT ]Dish is set to add DTS Play-Fi multiroom music streaming to its Hopper digital video recorder in the near future.

You don't have to be 007 to own a submarine[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:46:23 GMT ]Advanced construction materials have allowed the development of new personal submarines. The technology seems all so James Bond -- except it's real.

Google Cardboard saves baby's life[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:14:54 GMT ]

World's first cyborg wants to hack your body[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:23:53 GMT ]

Teen to feds: Change typeface, save $$$[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:06:36 GMT ]

'Origami-inspired' car is made out of cardboard[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 16:07:48 GMT ]Japanese carmaker Lexus has created a life-sized replica of its IS sedan from 1,700 laser-cut cardboard sheets.

U.S. Tech Giants Condemn U.K.'s Proposed Spying Bill[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:04:00 GMT ]Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Twitter and Yahoo say the bill would set "a very dangerous precedent."

TV Manufacturers Search for the Next Big Thing at CES[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 21:03:00 GMT ]CES has historically been the launching pad for notable advances in the television industry.

U.S. Seeks Tech Companies' Help in Terror Fight[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 23:10:00 GMT ]Leaders from Apple, Google, Facebook and other major tech and Internet companies will attend.

SpaceX Plans Drone Ship Rocket Landing for Jan. 17 Launch[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 23:39:00 GMT ]SpaceX hopes to make history again on Jan. 17 by landing a Falcon 9 rocket on a drone ship at sea after launching a payload into orbit.

FCC Report: Broadband Spreading, But Not Fast Enough[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 00:27:25 GMT ]An FCC report shows that faster Internet access is creeping across the U.S., but "is not being deployed in a reasonable and timely fashion."

CES 2016 Day 2: Round up (pictures) - CNET[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 05:40:28 GMT ]The second full day of 2016 CES is in full swing. Check out all the stories hitting the wire in this round-up.

Crave giveaway: Three gadgets for on-the-go gearheads - CNET[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 08:00:02 GMT ]Start 2016 with new gear: a luxe iPhone 6 Plus case, a Bluetooth speaker for outdoor adventures and a portable power bank.

Goodbye, Moto(rola). Iconic brand name to be phased out - CNET[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 09:47:06 GMT ]Motorola gave wireless its start. But its name will soon disappear from products as a new brand label comes to life called "Moto by Lenovo."

Hey Internet: Chill out about the price of the Oculus Rift - CNET[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 10:16:05 GMT ]Why are so many people upset at the final pricing of the Oculus Rift? After a demo of the shipping version, I think it's totally worth the price.

The 404 Show 1644: The year in music with Spotify's Shanon Cook (podcast) - CNET[ Fri, 08 Jan 2016 11:00:03 GMT ]We're wrapping up the year in music with Spotify's Shanon Cook. Tune in to hear the most popular streaming songs of 2015.

The Steve Jobs you never knew[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:05:54 GMT ]There's no one version of Steve Jobs.

Risks -- and benefits -- of letting algorithms judge us[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:10:04 GMT ]

Is binge-watching draining life of meaning?[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:10:13 GMT ]Step away from the TV screen. Slowly. That's it. Now, put the remote down. You don't need that for a whi ...

You don't have to be 007 to own a submarine[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:46:23 GMT ]Advanced construction materials have allowed the development of new personal submarines. The technology seems all so James Bond -- except it's real.

Google Cardboard saves baby's life[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:14:54 GMT ]

Star Clusters Could Host Intelligent Life: Study[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 23:14:00 GMT ]Clusters of stars on the fringes of our Milky Way galaxy may be home to intelligent life, an astrophysicist says.

FAA Says 181,000 Drones Have Been Registered[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 23:59:00 GMT ]The agency launched a registration database on Dec. 21 in response to a surge of rogue drone flights near airports and crowded public venues.

Uber Fined in Settlement Over 'God View' Tracking[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 01:13:26 GMT ]Uber has been fined by the New York Attorney General's office and instructed to shore up security after a series of problems in 2014.

Time Warner Customer Emails, Passwords Possbily Stolen[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 02:15:00 GMT ]The company said the info may have been gathered either through malware downloaded during phishing attacks.

Judge: Monkey Cannot Own Selfie Photos Copyright[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 06:24:10 GMT ]The judge said Congress can extend legal protections to animals as well as humans, but "there is no indication that they did so in the Copyright Act."

The coolest wearables at CES 2016 are hidden in Samsung's booth - CNET[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 03:42:55 GMT ]The tech giant has created a smart belt, suit and golf shirt, as well as a solar powered bag that will charge your Galaxy phone in four hours.

Lean in to the Street Surfer - CNET[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 04:00:45 GMT ]This electric three-wheeled commuter mixes elements of skateboarding and snowboarding to carve up the sidewalks.

UBTech shows off two robots for kids (pictures) - CNET[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 04:14:14 GMT ]The Chinese robotics company showed off a DIY robotics kit and a robo-sidekick that can teach you French at CES 2016.

Tech privacy policies need an overhaul, regulators say - CNET[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 04:47:02 GMT ]The heads of two federal agencies that regulate cybersecurity said during interviews at CES that technology companies need to do more to protect consumers' personal information.

CES 2016 Day 1: The highlights (pictures) - CNET[ Thu, 07 Jan 2016 08:57:36 GMT ]Check out the products and moments catching our eyes on the first day of the 2016 International CES.

Black hole near Earth 'burps' gas[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:55:40 GMT ]

When video games become an addiction[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:26:07 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you never knew[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:05:54 GMT ]There's no one version of Steve Jobs.

Risks -- and benefits -- of letting algorithms judge us[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:10:04 GMT ]

Is binge-watching draining life of meaning?[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 17:10:13 GMT ]Step away from the TV screen. Slowly. That's it. Now, put the remote down. You don't need that for a whi ...

Watchdog Claims T-Mobile's 'Binge On' Is Plain Throttling[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 20:38:25 GMT ]T-Mobile's "Binge On" service allows people to stream as much video as they want on their phones, albeit at a lower-than-usual resolution.

Samsung Smart Fridge Lets You Order Groceries[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 23:12:00 GMT ]The Family Hub refrigerator is the electronics giant's latest smart appliance.

Twitter CEO Hints That Character Count Change Is Coming[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 23:22:00 GMT ]Dorsey's tweet itself — a picture of a long text — was a sly way to get around the current character count.

Kodak Goes Old School With New Super 8 Film Camera[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:27:49 GMT ]Kodak surprised the world with the announcement of a new Super 8 film camera that it hopes will kick off a revival of the nearly forgotten format.

Kepler Mission Has Uncovered a Trove of New Alien Planets[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:57:00 GMT ]NASA's Kepler spacecraft has bounced back nicely from the malfunction that ended its original exoplanet hunt more than two years ago.

Smart fridges, thin TVs and more: All the news from the biggest day at CES - CNET[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 08:20:48 GMT ]On Press Day at CES, a long line of companies crowd the stage with product reveals and news about their latest tech innovations. Here's what you need to know.

Intel's vision of the smart future at CES 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 10:04:09 GMT ]Intel CEO Brian Krzanich takes the stage at CES 2016 to talk about sports, wellness, drones and everything else the chipmaker has planned for the coming year.

Sony shows off new 4K handycam, Hi Res audio and Life Space UX products at CES 2016 (pictures) - CNET[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 10:29:18 GMT ]The Japanese company played it safe during its press conference here in Las Vegas.

Zipping around town? Flip open your new foldable scooter - CNET[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 10:53:44 GMT ]City dwellers take note: your daily commute is about to get a lot speedier with a fold-up scooter that can take you from work to play.

Your iPhone will work with Samsung's Gear S2 watch -- eventually - CNET[ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 11:49:38 GMT ]South Korean electronics giant confirms its smartwatch would be compatible with devices running on Apple's iOS software later this year.

Is binge-watching draining your life of meaning?[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 12:53:26 GMT ]Step away from the TV screen. Slowly. That's it. Now, put the remote down. You don't need that for a whi ...

How to build real lightsaber[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 13:06:54 GMT ]Even though laser technology is continuously striding toward more efficient and practical machines, we are still miles away from a working lightsaber.

How to beat the digital divide[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 13:08:03 GMT ]The size and scale of the benefits conferred by the Internet are widening the gaps between the digital haves and have-nots.

Plans for underwater 'oceanscraper' revealed[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 14:13:50 GMT ]

Your personal $849 underwater 'drone'[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 17:50:28 GMT ]"Live every week like it's Shark Week." Those immortal words come not from the Discovery Channel's marketing department but from Tracy Morgan on "30 Rock."

Want an Oculus Rift? Pre-Orders Start on Jan. 6[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 17:58:00 GMT ]The long wait for the Oculus Rift is almost over. Oculus VR announced that it would start taking pre-orders for its virtual reality headset.

Microsoft Says Windows 10 Now Running on 200m Devices[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 20:34:00 GMT ]Microsoft's Windows 10, is running on 200 million devices in what the company said was the fastest adoption rate of any of its operating systems.

Chart Attack! Periodic Table Gains Four Elements[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 21:39:00 GMT ]It's time to replace your periodic table again: four new elements have been added to the tail end of the familiar chart.

CES Gadgets from the Past That Went Nowhere[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 21:50:00 GMT ]Tech that never quite lives up to the hype and CES are close companions.

Ukraine Utility Cyber Attack Wider Than Reported: Experts[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 22:51:00 GMT ]A central European security software firm said on Monday that a cyber attack last month in Ukraine was broader than initially reported last week.

Club doorman wears GoPro, shows us what we're really like - CNET[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 05:30:09 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: On New Year's Eve 2014, a Canadian doorman decided to record what revelry really looks like in a sane person's eyes. Now he's put it on YouTube.

DTS Play-Fi takes streaming fight to Google with support from high-end manufacturers - CNET[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 05:39:51 GMT ]DTS Play-Fi continues its slow march toward its dream of universal streaming support with the addition of heavy-hitters Klipsch and Rotel and further streaming services.

Someone's inventing a remote control for everything in your home - CNET[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 06:32:52 GMT ]For years, companies have tried to develop a remote control that can interact with every device in your home. Now, someone may actually have done it.

Facebook's Zuckerberg is taking it on the run - CNET[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 06:59:11 GMT ]Social network's CEO plans to do a lot of running this year, and he wants you to join in.

How to follow CNET on social media for CES 2016 - CNET[ Tue, 05 Jan 2016 07:07:57 GMT ]Wherever you are, you can discover everything at CES as our editors see it. Here are the social media accounts you'll want to follow for updates on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest and Tumblr.

Opinion: Hoverboard ban won't work[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 16:28:11 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.

You don't have to be 007 to own a submarine[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 15:43:39 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you never knew[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 15:43:49 GMT ]There's no one version of Steve Jobs.

Zuckerberg, wife give $75 million to hospital[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 15:43:52 GMT ]San Francisco General Hospital will soon have a new name and a new face -- thanks to Facebook.

Air Force: Laser-armed fighter jets by 2020[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 16:08:05 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.

End of Phone Contracts Could Be Good News for Consumers[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:14:00 GMT ]Many customers actually wound up paying more for a phone and service under the now-discontinued contract plans.

Researchers Fly a Drone Using an Apple Watch[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:57:00 GMT ]The ability to seemingly control things with your hands is no longer the fantasy that stories like Star Wars once imagined.

Elon Musk Says Used SpaceX Rocket 'Ready to Fire Again'[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:23:00 GMT ]Musk says the rocket didn't seem to sustain any damage after its launch and history-making landing.

Hack to the Future: Experts' 2016 Security Predictions[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 11:23:40 GMT ]Hackers had a busy 2015. A look at what is coming in 2016.

The 15 Most Popular GIFs of 2015[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 10:18:47 GMT ]From Hotline Bling to Hilary Clinton, GIFs became a mainstream way to explore and explain the world in 2015.

Reality check: Your computer is most likely too weak to run VR headsets - CNET[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 20:50:35 GMT ]Just 13 million PCs worldwide this year will have the graphics processing power necessary to render VR images properly, Nvidia warns.

Dynamic EQ automatically adjusts bass and treble for optimal audio - CNET[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 00:58:17 GMT ]Gracenote announced a new digital signal processing product for cars, Dynamic EQ, which recognizes individual songs and automatically applies equalizer settings.

Mark Zuckerberg aims to build own AI butler, a la 'Iron Man' - CNET[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 01:26:48 GMT ]The Facebook CEO's next personal challenge involves teaching himself to code an artificial intelligence assistant that can help him around the house and office.

Nvidia's CES 2016 press conference: Join us Monday at 6 p.m. PT (live blog) - CNET[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 04:25:43 GMT ]Kicking off CES 2016, Nvidia CEO Jen-Hsun Huang will talk about his company's latest developments in enabling self-driving vehicle research through the use of its visual processing technology.

Ford adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to Sync 3, enhances its own AppLink - CNET[ Mon, 04 Jan 2016 05:01:02 GMT ]Choice is good, and when it comes to in-car smartphone connectivity, Ford's giving you options. Whether you're an Apple user, an Android user or on some other platform entirely, the company's cars are about to get a lot smarter.

Your personal $849 underwater 'drone'[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 15:15:43 GMT ]"Live every week like it's Shark Week." Those immortal words come not from the Discovery Channel's marketing department but from Tracy Morgan on "30 Rock."

The Steve Jobs you never knew[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 15:20:56 GMT ]

Opinion: Musk vs. Bezos: Who'll win in space race?[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 16:19:49 GMT ]This week, we witnessed another blow in a very public battle between two heavyweights. I'm talking about Elon Musk's successful vertical landing of his Falcon 9 rocket and his undisguised glee at trumping Jeff Bezos' recent vertical landing of New Shepard.

Can laws keep up with tech?[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 16:27:09 GMT ]There's a massive power struggle going on right now between traditional companies and new Internet companies, and we're all in the blast radius.

Opinion: Hoverboard ban won't work[ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 16:28:11 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.

How to Start 2016 With a Clean Digital Slate[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 14:05:20 GMT ]As far as popular New Year's resolutions go, 'get organized' is often near the top of the list — right behind 'get fit' and 'get out of debt.'

End of Phone Contracts Could Be Good News for Consumers[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:14:00 GMT ]Many customers actually wound up paying more for a phone and service under the now-discontinued contract plans.

Researchers Fly a Drone Using an Apple Watch[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:57:00 GMT ]The ability to seemingly control things with your hands is no longer the fantasy that stories like Star Wars once imagined.

Elon Musk Says Used SpaceX Rocket 'Ready to Fire Again'[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:23:00 GMT ]Musk says the rocket didn't seem to sustain any damage after its launch and history-making landing.

Hack to the Future: Experts' 2016 Security Predictions[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 11:23:40 GMT ]Hackers had a busy 2015. A look at what is coming in 2016.

2016 movies to geek out for (pictures) - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 23:33:41 GMT ]New Star Trek, Star Wars and Harry Potter adventures are among the sci-fi, fantasy, animated and action treats heading to theaters in the coming year.

US Postal Service celebrates 'Star Trek' and space with new stamps - CNET[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 17:18:11 GMT ]Send your mail to the final frontier with stamps honoring the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek," as well as featuring our own planets, NASA's New Horizons mission and the moon.

President Obama is funny getting coffee with Jerry Seinfeld - CNET[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 19:16:32 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: Appearing in the popular Web series "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee," the president and Jerry Seinfeld are almost funnier than Bill Gates and Seinfeld.

Elon Musk says SpaceX's first reusable Falcon 9 rocket is 'ready to fire again' - CNET[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 20:11:42 GMT ]Last month, SpaceX sent satellites to space with a Falcon 9 rocket, landing it safely on Earth 10 minutes later for the first time ever. Now it's ready to go again.

Twitter, Politwoops reach deal: Archive can again surface politicians' deleted tweets - CNET[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 22:05:36 GMT ]The website of erased Twitter gaffes, which is devoted to government transparency, will relaunch in the "coming months." Twitter had previously said the archive broke its rules and hurt privacy.

When Steve Jobs left Apple[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 20:05:57 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you don't know[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:33:07 GMT ]

How to build real lightsaber[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:33:57 GMT ]

Steve Jobs' life offstage[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:34:39 GMT ]

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:36:27 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 Start 2016 With a Clean Digital Slate[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 14:05:20 GMT ]As far as popular New Year's resolutions go, 'get organized' is often near the top of the list — right behind 'get fit' and 'get out of debt.'

End of Phone Contracts Could Be Good News for Consumers[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:14:00 GMT ]Many customers actually wound up paying more for a phone and service under the now-discontinued contract plans.

Researchers Fly a Drone Using an Apple Watch[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:57:00 GMT ]The ability to seemingly control things with your hands is no longer the fantasy that stories like Star Wars once imagined.

Elon Musk Says Used SpaceX Rocket 'Ready to Fire Again'[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:23:00 GMT ]Musk says the rocket didn't seem to sustain any damage after its launch and history-making landing.

Hack to the Future: Experts' 2016 Security Predictions[ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 11:23:40 GMT ]Hackers had a busy 2015. A look at what is coming in 2016.

44 sci-fi, fantasy and geek-friendly movies of 2016 - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:23:56 GMT ]Star Trek, Star Wars, Batman, Superman, Captain America, Ghostbusters, Independence Day: This year is set for plenty of geeky treats on the big screen.

2016's movies to geek out for (pictures) - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 18:31:52 GMT ]New Star Trek, Star Wars and Harry Potter adventures are among the sci-fi, fantasy, animated and action treats heading to theaters in the coming year.

US Marines drop Google's robo-dogs for a simple reason - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 21:40:34 GMT ]Technically Incorrect: In the end, it came down to sound logic for the warfighters. These were not the dogs of war you're looking for.

CNET's Next Big Thing at CES asks: Is typing dead? - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 23:01:09 GMT ]In 2016, we're looking at the future of interacting with our digital world.

2016 movies to geek out for (pictures) - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 23:33:41 GMT ]New Star Trek, Star Wars and Harry Potter adventures are among the sci-fi, fantasy, animated and action treats heading to theaters in the coming year.

When Steve Jobs left Apple[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 20:05:57 GMT ]

The Steve Jobs you don't know[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:33:07 GMT ]

How to build real lightsaber[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:33:57 GMT ]

Steve Jobs' life offstage[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:34:39 GMT ]

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 19:36:27 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."

Friends for 46 Years? No, It's a Facebook Glitch[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 18:09:00 GMT ]A Facebook glitch is causing some users to discover long-lasting friendships.

'Stargazer Lottie' Joins Astronauts Aboard Space Station[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 18:59:00 GMT ]The doll was inspired by a real 6-year-old girl's passion for astronomy and space exploration.

Twitter Restores Archive of Politicians' Deleted Tweets[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 19:43:00 GMT ]Politwoops had been a popular social media destination for political junkies and others looking to unearth social media gaffes by politicians.

Why Do People Believe the Facebook Giveaway Hoax?[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 23:01:00 GMT ]Over the last month, a post claiming that Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is giving $4.5 million to users went viral.

Get Organized in 2016: 5 Ways To Cut Clutter By Going Digital[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 06:33:10 GMT ]As far as popular New Year's resolutions go, 'get organized' is often near the top of the list — right behind 'get fit' and 'get out of debt.'

President Obama drinks coffee and drives a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette - CNET[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 20:09:26 GMT ]The Commander in Chief guest stars on season premiere of Jerry Seinfeld's Web series, "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee."

Microsoft to flag state-sponsored hacking of its users' accounts - CNET[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 22:44:42 GMT ]In a policy change, the tech giant will let users of online services such as Outlook.com email know if they've become targets of government-sponsored attackers.

Oculus VR says new controller is a Touch delayed - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 01:43:20 GMT ]The Facebook subsidiary says it's still perfecting its unusually shaped Oculus Touch controller, designed to let people interact naturally with virtual environments.

The Apple Byte: Extra Crunchy's 2016 Prediction Show, Ep. 21 - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 05:00:02 GMT ]We'll drop our big, bold, wild and just normal predictions for Apple in 2016. iPhone 7? iPad Air 3? Apple Watch 2? All of it.

The 404 Show 1643: Internet firsts (podcast) - CNET[ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 11:00:02 GMT ]Happy New Year from The 404 Show! Today Russ and Jeff discuss a whole swath of Internet firsts.

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.

10 great quotes from Steve Jobs[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 13:00:55 GMT ]The late Apple co-founder had many colorful and insightful things to say. Here are 10 of his better quotes.

When Steve Jobs left Apple[ Thu, 31 Dec 2015 20:05:57 GMT ]