Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Can This Humanoid Robot Help Integrate Refugee Kids?
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 10:38:12 GMT ]
Can a robot help Germany integrate its influx of migrants? A new research project thinks the answer might be "yes."

Gawker Case Highlights World of 'Litigation Funding'
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 14:37:47 GMT ]
The Gawker vs. Hulk Hogan lawsuit brought to light a less salacious but equally controversial practice: third-party litigation funding.

Scammers Get Victims to Pay With iTunes Gift Cards
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 18:37:00 GMT ]
Everyone likes gift cards — even scammers.A gift card is like cash — a quick, convenient and untraceable way for con artists to get money. And ev

'Oh, My God': Go Inside Lab That Found Latest Superbug
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 10:34:00 GMT ]
Deep in the bowels of the Army's showcase medical research institute, scientist-sleuths are trying to find the next big superbug.

India Debates Apple's Request to Allow Apple-Only Store
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 10:57:20 GMT ]
The Indian is discussing Apple's foreign direct investment application that seeks a waiver from a local sourcing rule.

Intel confirms 7th generation Kaby Lake processors coming this year - CNET
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 07:35:22 +0000 ]
It's been some time coming, but Intel has confirmed that its next generation of 'optimised' processors is on schedule and going into production this quarter.

You can now livestream concerts on your iPhone in VR - CNET
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 08:01:31 +0000 ]
Startup Rivet streams gigs from New York's Blue Note Jazz Club in 360-degree virtual reality. Now, it's bringing those services to iOS devices (and Androids too, eventually).

Meet grown-up Harry Potter and his family in "The Cursed Child" (pictures) - CNET
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 09:25:02 +0000 ]
The first pictures from the forthcoming play show Harry, Ginny and their youngest son Albus.

First pictures of Harry, Ginny and their family in 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' - CNET
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 09:11:51 +0000 ]
Boy wizard Harry Potter is a grown-up now but his adventures continue in a new play. Here's the first pictures.

One in five smartphone users uses an ad-blocker on their phone, report says - CNET
[ Tue, 31 May 2016 11:15:44 +0000 ]
New figures say more than 419 million people are banning adverts from their phones, particularly in China.

The most accurate clock in the world is redefining the second
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:17 EDT ]
What if everything you knew about time was wrong and time actually moved at a different rate than what your watch or the clock on your phone is telling you right now? A new study is getting us closer to a much more accurate way to keep time and that could lead to more accurate GPS, faster stock trades, and a better power grid.

Students create astronaut meal that's out of this world
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:33 EDT ]
Would you like red pepper risotto in a place where everything around you is floating in space?

Harnessing spider powers to heal human bodies
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:44 EDT ]
Prof. Fritz Vollrath is harnessing the amazing powers of a spider's silk to regenerate human bodies for healing.

Sponsored:
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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:14 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Opinion: Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:32 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

Monday, May 30, 2016

What You Need to Know About the Cellphone and Cancer Study
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 16:08:00 GMT ]
Federal researchers have rushed out results from a study that shows cellphone radiation might cause brain and heart tumors in rats. Should you worry?

Here's Why You Shouldn't Fear the 'Digital Divide' at Work
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 01:37:44 GMT ]
There are some things you just shouldn't say in the workplace. Like discussing a 'carriage return' with a co-worker.

Can This Humanoid Robot Help Integrate Refugee Kids?
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 10:38:12 GMT ]
Can a robot help Germany integrate its influx of migrants? A new research project thinks the answer might be "yes."

Gawker Case Highlights World of 'Litigation Funding'
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 14:37:47 GMT ]
The Gawker vs. Hulk Hogan lawsuit brought to light a less salacious but equally controversial practice: third-party litigation funding.

Jury Sides With Google in Closely Watched Copyright Case
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 21:31:00 GMT ]
A federal jury has sided with Google in a $9 billion legal battle with tech industry rival Oracle, a case that was closely watched in Silicon Valley.

MediaTek's Pump Express 3.0 charges a smartphone from 0 to 70 in 20 minutes - CNET
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 07:00:02 +0000 ]
The Taiwanese chipmaker's new battery solution looks promising, but will only be available at the end of the year.

Zenbo family robot destroys Computex with cuteness before it even begins - CNET
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 07:43:54 +0000 ]
Asus dropped an unexpected robot revolution on its Computex press conference, launching the Zenbo household assistant, priced at $599.

Asus ZenBook 3 is slim, shiny and powerful - CNET
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 08:09:43 +0000 ]
The Asus ZenBook 3 features impressive hardware with an Intel Core i7 processor and a 1TB SSD in a super slim design.

Asus ZenFone 3 gets its own accessories, and they're super pretty - CNET
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 09:46:22 +0000 ]
What use is a flagship phone if it doesn't have matching accessories? Luckil, Asus has upped its game, launching a range of smartphone accessories at Computex to match its new ZenFone 3.

Apple's plan to sell used iPhones in India officially gets rejected - CNET
[ Mon, 30 May 2016 09:53:28 +0000 ]
Luckily for the Cupertino, California-based company, it still has hopes of opening up its own retail stores in the populous nation.

The most accurate clock in the world is redefining the second
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:17 EDT ]
What if everything you knew about time was wrong and time actually moved at a different rate than what your watch or the clock on your phone is telling you right now? A new study is getting us closer to a much more accurate way to keep time and that could lead to more accurate GPS, faster stock trades, and a better power grid.

Students create astronaut meal that's out of this world
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:33 EDT ]
Would you like red pepper risotto in a place where everything around you is floating in space?

Harnessing spider powers to heal human bodies
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:44 EDT ]
Prof. Fritz Vollrath is harnessing the amazing powers of a spider's silk to regenerate human bodies for healing.

Sponsored:
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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:14 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Opinion: Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:32 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

Sunday, May 29, 2016

SpaceX Lands Another Rocket After Satellite Delivery
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 22:38:00 GMT ]
It's the third successful booster landing at sea for the California-based SpaceX. This one came after the rocket launched a satellite.

What You Need to Know About the Cellphone and Cancer Study
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 16:08:00 GMT ]
Federal researchers have rushed out results from a study that shows cellphone radiation might cause brain and heart tumors in rats. Should you worry?

Here's Why You Shouldn't Fear the 'Digital Divide' at Work
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 01:37:44 GMT ]
There are some things you just shouldn't say in the workplace. Like discussing a 'carriage return' with a co-worker.

Can This Humanoid Robot Help Integrate Refugee Kids?
[ Sun, 29 May 2016 10:38:12 GMT ]
Can a robot help Germany integrate its influx of migrants? A new research project thinks the answer might be "yes."

Jury Sides With Google in Closely Watched Copyright Case
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 21:31:00 GMT ]
A federal jury has sided with Google in a $9 billion legal battle with tech industry rival Oracle, a case that was closely watched in Silicon Valley.

Apple Car hints and Tesla Autopilot misses (AutoComplete Podcast 20) - Roadshow
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 04:00:03 +0000 ]
In this week's rundown of the biggest stories, Brian and Tim talk about the latest in what seems like a series of never-ending Takata recalls, but find some light at the end of the Dieselgate tunnel.

Splish splash! What if your phone takes a bath? - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 14:55:58 +0000 ]
In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon offers some advice about drying out a wet phone. (Hint: It doesn't include rice.)

What did one car say to the other car? If you make that turn I'll hit you! - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 12:00:04 +0000 ]
From CNET Magazine: Vehicle-to-vehicle communication could be the biggest safety breakthrough since seat belts, air bags and antilock brakes. Are you ready?

Has 'Apocalypse' messed up the first 'X-Men' movie? Yes and no - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 12:00:05 +0000 ]
As we meet younger versions of Storm, Cyclops and Jean Grey, we investigate whether "Apocalypse" hangs together with the chronology of "X-Men" and "X2". Spoilers!

Apple Store's worst feature? Customers, says ex-employee - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 20:34:44 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: The customers are awful, workers get death threats, and the Apple Watch could use some work, a former Apple retail staffer tells Business Insider.

The most accurate clock in the world is redefining the second
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:17 EDT ]
What if everything you knew about time was wrong and time actually moved at a different rate than what your watch or the clock on your phone is telling you right now? A new study is getting us closer to a much more accurate way to keep time and that could lead to more accurate GPS, faster stock trades, and a better power grid.

Students create astronaut meal that's out of this world
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:33 EDT ]
Would you like red pepper risotto in a place where everything around you is floating in space?

Harnessing spider powers to heal human bodies
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:44 EDT ]
Prof. Fritz Vollrath is harnessing the amazing powers of a spider's silk to regenerate human bodies for healing.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:14 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Opinion: Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:32 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

Saturday, May 28, 2016

Super-Bad Superbug Found for First Time in U.S
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 12:05:00 GMT ]
A drug-resistant "superbug" that doctors have been dreading has shown up in the U.S. for the first time, researchers reported Thursday.

Mars Is Shaking Off an Ice Age, New Research Shows
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 16:07:13 GMT ]
Mars is emerging from an ice age, a finding that could shed light on the past and future climates of both Mars and Earth, researchers said.

Here's Why Doctors Are So Worried About the New Superbug
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 17:50:00 GMT ]
Why are all the headlines telling people to be scared of the new superbug? We give you five good reasons.

SpaceX Lands Another Rocket After Satellite Delivery
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 22:38:00 GMT ]
It's the third successful booster landing at sea for the California-based SpaceX. This one came after the rocket launched a satellite.

Jury Sides With Google in Closely Watched Copyright Case
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 21:31:00 GMT ]
A federal jury has sided with Google in a $9 billion legal battle with tech industry rival Oracle, a case that was closely watched in Silicon Valley.

Zika makes Olympics too dangerous to hold now in Rio, scientists tell UN - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 03:38:33 +0000 ]
More than 100 health experts and scientists call on the UN's World Health Organization to move or delay this year's summer Olympics.

Hoping for a happy adulthood for Harry Potter? Think again - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 00:54:49 +0000 ]
Accio Kleenex! Fans are going to do some sobbing if they see the new play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," J.K. Rowling promises.

Do you talk to your mother like that? Twitter users say 'slut' and 'whore' a LOT, study finds - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 23:44:43 +0000 ]
Twitter users in the UK abusively hurled the terms around 10,000 times during the course of just three weeks.

Jawbone is selling off pieces of its business, reports say - CNET
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 03:44:31 +0000 ]
Jawbone has put its speaker business up for sale and has stopped production of its UP fitness trackers, two news sites say.

Apple Car hints and Tesla Autopilot misses (AutoComplete Podcast 20) - Roadshow
[ Sat, 28 May 2016 04:00:03 +0000 ]
In this week's rundown of the biggest stories, Brian and Tim talk about the latest in what seems like a series of never-ending Takata recalls, but find some light at the end of the Dieselgate tunnel.

The most accurate clock in the world is redefining the second
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:17 EDT ]
What if everything you knew about time was wrong and time actually moved at a different rate than what your watch or the clock on your phone is telling you right now? A new study is getting us closer to a much more accurate way to keep time and that could lead to more accurate GPS, faster stock trades, and a better power grid.

Students create astronaut meal that's out of this world
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:33 EDT ]
Would you like red pepper risotto in a place where everything around you is floating in space?

Harnessing spider powers to heal human bodies
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:44 EDT ]
Prof. Fritz Vollrath is harnessing the amazing powers of a spider's silk to regenerate human bodies for healing.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:14 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Opinion: Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:32 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

Friday, May 27, 2016

Jury Sides With Google in Closely Watched Copyright Case
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 21:31:00 GMT ]
A federal jury has sided with Google in a $9 billion legal battle with tech industry rival Oracle, a case that was closely watched in Silicon Valley.

SpaceX Postpones Rocket Launch, Attempted Landing
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 23:00:00 GMT ]
The landing attempt will take place during SpaceX' s launch of the Thaicom-8 commercial communications satellite.

Super-Bad Superbug Found for First Time in U.S
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 05:52:34 GMT ]
A drug-resistant "superbug" that doctors have been dreading has shown up in the U.S. for the first time, researchers reported Thursday.

Push for Encryption Law Loses Steam Despite Apple Showdown
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 10:42:48 GMT ]
Draft legislation circulated weeks ago likely will not be introduced this year and, even if it were, would stand no chance of advancing, sources said.

Billionaire Secretly Backed Hulk Hogan's Sex Tape Suit
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 10:17:00 GMT ]
Billionaire Peter Thiel says he bankrolled Hogan's lawsuit against Gawker because he it was "worth fighting back" against a "terrible bully."

'Power Rangers' reboot might be the first of seven films, says studio exec - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 07:00:49 +0000 ]
Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer is excited about the prospects of the budding Power Rangers franchise set to hit theatres in 2017.

Crave giveaway: Motionize virtual coach for kayakers - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 07:00:03 +0000 ]
Win a sensor-based system worth $499 that keeps tracks of your kayaking performance in real time and tells you how to make it better.

Strap a VR rig to your back with HP's Omen X VR PC Pack concept - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 09:01:03 +0000 ]
This prototype backpack puts a full PC on your back for untethered Oculus or Vive action.

Ultra-realistic dino survival game chomps through Kickstarter goal - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 09:49:11 +0000 ]
"Saurian" for PC and Mac promises an open-world survival experience on the "cutting edge of scientific knowledge," and has raised nearly $75,000 to date.

'Crowd Control,' part 12: It's a small world, even in a different one - CNET
[ Fri, 27 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
In this installment of CNET's crowdsourced novel, one of our heroes tours an alternate Earth. And we learn that there are no coincidences in the new quantum reality.

The most accurate clock in the world is redefining the second
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:17 EDT ]
What if everything you knew about time was wrong and time actually moved at a different rate than what your watch or the clock on your phone is telling you right now? A new study is getting us closer to a much more accurate way to keep time and that could lead to more accurate GPS, faster stock trades, and a better power grid.

Students create astronaut meal that's out of this world
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:33 EDT ]
Would you like red pepper risotto in a place where everything around you is floating in space?

Harnessing spider powers to heal human bodies
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:01:44 EDT ]
Prof. Fritz Vollrath is harnessing the amazing powers of a spider's silk to regenerate human bodies for healing.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:14 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

Opinion: Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 13:02:32 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Ancient Beer Recipe Uncovered in China, Archaeologists Say
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 17:26:00 GMT ]
A beer recipe roughly 5,000 years old has been uncovered in China.

Zuckerberg to Bulldoze $30M in Homes to Keep His Privacy
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 18:03:00 GMT ]
The Facebook founder and billionaire has bought up four neighboring homes, at the cost of $30 million, just so that he can demolish them.

Solar Impulse 2 Lands in Penn. in Latest Leg of World Trip
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 03:41:30 GMT ]
The solar-powered plane is on a trip around the world that began in March 2015 in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates/

This Bus Might Change The Way You Travel
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 10:53:25 GMT ]
See the bus that was shown off at a high-tech expo in China that will be able to straddle the road and drive over traffic.

Billionaire Secretly Backed Hulk Hogan's Sex Tape Suit
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 10:17:00 GMT ]
Billionaire Peter Thiel says he bankrolled Hogan's lawsuit against Gawker because he it was "worth fighting back" against a "terrible bully."

Tinder breaking down barriers in India, one swipe at a time - CNET
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 06:18:20 +0000 ]
The majority of young people in India still want an arranged marriage. Yet the "hook up" app is growing more popular by the day.

Norwegian watchdog protests app legalese by reading T&Cs out loud for 30 hours - CNET
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 09:40:19 +0000 ]
The average Norwegian has 33 apps on their smartphone, so the country's consumer body live streamed the reading of the small print of 33 popular apps. It took almost 32 hours.

What I don't want to say about Overwatch - CNET
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 09:42:04 +0000 ]
Commentary: There's a lot of hype around Blizzard's new team shooter, but don't fear -- I come not to bury Overwatch but to praise it.

China's floating buses will ride above the roads - CNET
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 10:57:58 +0000 ]
To ease congestions in its bigger cities, a Chinese firm has shown off a concept for a bus that drives over the traffic.

Google might start shaming companies that take too long to update their Android phones - CNET
[ Thu, 26 May 2016 11:07:51 +0000 ]
It's not just you who's sick of waiting for the latest Android updates to arrive on your phone -- Google is too, and it has a plan to tackle it.

Google Tilt Brush: Impossible now a reality?
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 09:00:47 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

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Doctor uses iPad to conduct remote surgery
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 09:02:42 EDT ]
In countries ravaged by conflict, providing international medical expertise on the ground can be almost impossible.

Here's who buys the most weapons from the U.S.
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 09:02:33 EDT ]
With the end of the U.S. arms embargo, Vietnam will join a long list of international recipients of American armaments.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Snapchat 'Valued at $22B' in New Financing Round
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:31:16 GMT ]
Snapchat is raising about $200 million in a financing round that could put the social media platform's valuation as high as $22.7 billion, TechCrunch

Twitter Is Making Changes to Allow Longer Tweets
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 19:28:00 GMT ]
Twitter has (finally) eliminated user names, URLs, and media attachments from the character count in its tweets, the microblogging service said.

Microsoft to Axe 1,850 Jobs in Smartphone Shakeup
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 10:35:17 GMT ]
Microsoft said on Wednesday it will trim down its smartphone business by cutting 1,850 jobs, most of them in Finland.

Facebook Changes Policies on 'Trending Topics'
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:20:46 GMT ]
Facebook has changed some of the procedures for its "Trending Topics" section after a report alleging it suppressed conservative news.

French Investigators 'Raid Google's Paris HQ'
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 11:50:43 GMT ]
French investigators are raiding Google' s Paris headquarters as part of a probe over tax payments, said a source close to the finance ministry.

'Crowd Control,' part 11: Going through hell to get to heaven - CNET
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 11:00:05 +0000 ]
In this installment of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel, we pass through a border checkpoint on the way into a parallel universe.

4 lessons I learned crowdsourcing a science fiction novel - CNET
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 11:00:06 +0000 ]
CNET's Eric Mack spent more than half a year crowdsourcing a novel. He managed to maintain his sanity, and even came away with some insights into human nature -- and the entire Internet.

Channeling Mark Twain: How I edited a crowdsourced novel (once) - CNET
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 11:00:08 +0000 ]
The lead writer of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel echoes one of his favorite authors to recall the inspiration for the project and how it came to be.

Augmented reality is everywhere in this fascinating short film (Tomorrow Daily 370 show notes) - CNET
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 11:14:03 +0000 ]
We get excited when we see things like HoloLens and Magic Leap...but this short film imagines the consequences of unchecked AR implementation.

Netflix and Amazon face 20% European content quotas in Europe - CNET
[ Wed, 25 May 2016 11:46:04 +0000 ]
The rules are designed to boost the European film industry.

Are flying robots the perfect co-workers?
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 07:34:18 EDT ]
The year is 2020. A group of warehouse workers are locking up for the weekend.

W. Kamau Bell: True stories of life off the grid
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 15:56:18 EDT ]
Well, it's that time again. Every four years, like clockwork, the big talk pronouncements begin: the promises soon to be left unfulfilled, the bellicose hype that months from now will be long gone and gladly forgotten. All the chest-thumping and jingoism that we are seeing right now will just melt away and we will go back to business as usual.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Sponsored:
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If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

India's first homegrown 'space shuttle' test successful
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 15:53:40 EDT ]
It's one small step for India, but a potentially giant leap for cheaper space travel.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Fitbit Trackers Are 'Highly Inaccurate,' Study Finds
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 13:42:00 GMT ]
Researchers at the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona tested the heart rates of 43 adults with Fitbit's PurePulse heart rate monitors.

These Viral Chewbacca Masks Are Selling for $500 on eBay
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 20:10:44 GMT ]
If you want to be a 'happy Chewbacca,' it's going to cost you.

FBI's Newest K-9 Sniffs Out Digital Evidence
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 07:18:22 GMT ]
One of the newest members of the FBI has a decidedly low-tech method of sniffing out digital evidence: she uses her nose.

Snapchat 'Valued at $22B' in New Financing Round
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:31:16 GMT ]
Snapchat is raising about $200 million in a financing round that could put the social media platform's valuation as high as $22.7 billion, TechCrunch

Facebook Changes Policies on 'Trending Topics'
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:20:46 GMT ]
Facebook has changed some of the procedures for its "Trending Topics" section after a report alleging it suppressed conservative news.

Finally, a gadget for beer lovers who can't pour beer - CNET
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 07:01:20 +0000 ]
Japanese company Takara-Tomy's "Beer Hour Stadium Foamy Head Dispenser" aims to pour beer with a perfect head of foam.

Apple making major changes to the MacBook Pro in Q4, says report - CNET
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 09:22:28 +0000 ]
The new line of MacBook Pros will reportedly have an OLED touchscreen in place of function keys, can be unlocked with Touch ID and feature Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports.

​For the first time in years, Microsoft Windows will demand more memory - CNET
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:54:51 +0000 ]
Those with older or low-end PCs might need to upgrade to run the upcoming Windows Anniversary Update.

NASA-JPL scientists can walk on Mars with the help of HoloLens (Tomorrow Daily 369 show notes) - CNET
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 10:55:02 +0000 ]
A collaboration between NASA-JPL, Microsoft and the Mars Curiosity rover is creating a great interactive visual aid for scientists.

​Solar Impulse journey delayed -- but this time don't blame the electric plane - CNET
[ Tue, 24 May 2016 11:04:33 +0000 ]
An attempt at a record-setting sun-powered flight around the world hits a new snag. It's not as serious as the Hawaii battery problem, though.

Are flying robots the perfect co-workers?
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 07:34:18 EDT ]
The year is 2020. A group of warehouse workers are locking up for the weekend.

W. Kamau Bell: True stories of life off the grid
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 15:56:18 EDT ]
Well, it's that time again. Every four years, like clockwork, the big talk pronouncements begin: the promises soon to be left unfulfilled, the bellicose hype that months from now will be long gone and gladly forgotten. All the chest-thumping and jingoism that we are seeing right now will just melt away and we will go back to business as usual.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
Do NOT pay your next car insurance bill until you try this.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

India's first homegrown 'space shuttle' test successful
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 15:53:40 EDT ]
It's one small step for India, but a potentially giant leap for cheaper space travel.

Monday, May 23, 2016

Turns Out Computers Are Really Bad at Writing Poetry
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 15:24:00 GMT ]
Computers are pretty good at stocking shelves and operating cars, but are not so great at writing poetry.

Tim Cook to Meet India's Selfie-Loving Prime Minister
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 18:03:00 GMT ]
Cook meets the 65- year old prime minister in New Delhi on Saturday, and will be hoping Modi's enthusiasm for phones can help Apple.

Solar Impulse 2 Lands in Ohio in Latest Leg of Global Trip
[ Sun, 22 May 2016 04:02:00 GMT ]
The solar-powered plane landed in Dayton Ohio Saturday night after a 17-hour flight from Tulsa, Oklahoma, as part of its around-the-world journey.

Uber Deal Shows Divide in Drive For "Gig Economy"
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 10:54:55 GMT ]
Not everyone can agree on the classification of workers as independent contractors rather than employees.

Why Tech Firms Might Want to Rethink Pushing Touch ID
[ Sun, 22 May 2016 13:22:30 GMT ]
Law enforcement is now grappling with whether or not it can force people to unlock their phones with their fingerprints.

Take a Chance: Coloring Book is the first streaming-only album to crack Billboard 200 - CNET
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 06:50:32 +0000 ]
Chance the Rapper's Apple Music-exclusive Coloring Book is set to make its historic debut on the Billboard 200 chart on May 24.

The iPhone 7 might be doubling up on speakers - CNET
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 10:36:56 +0000 ]
Alleged images of the iPhone 7 point to a second row of speakers and a larger camera, but that doesn't entirely agree with other leaks.

Alibaba lures Chinese shoppers into VR with virtual celebrity dates - CNET
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 10:39:47 +0000 ]
The Chinese e-commerce giant promoted its new virtual reality video player this weekend for May 20, a Valentines Day-esque celebration of romance in the People's Republic.

India launches mini shuttle in race to replace NASA spacecraft - CNET
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 10:50:22 +0000 ]
The Indian Space Research Organisation's shuttle will shoot up into the atmosphere before crashing back down into the sea. It is not expected to land in one piece.

Drone footage shows 70 sharks in bloody feeding frenzy - CNET
[ Mon, 23 May 2016 11:44:01 +0000 ]
The sharks feasted on a whale carcass off the coast of Western Australia for two hours as tourists gawked.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Facebook Trending story: The Wizard of Oz algorithm
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Ed Finn says Facebook didn't want to admit it, but the reality is that human judgment inevitably enters the picture when a product is used in real life

Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

Sunday, May 22, 2016

Hubble Captures Incredible Up-Close View of Mars
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 15:05:00 GMT ]
Hubble took the photo on May 12, when Mars was just 50 million miles from Earth.

Turns Out Computers Are Really Bad at Writing Poetry
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 15:24:00 GMT ]
Computers are pretty good at stocking shelves and operating cars, but are not so great at writing poetry.

Tim Cook to Meet India's Selfie-Loving Prime Minister
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 18:03:00 GMT ]
Cook meets the 65- year old prime minister in New Delhi on Saturday, and will be hoping Modi's enthusiasm for phones can help Apple.

Solar Impulse 2 Lands in Ohio in Latest Leg of Global Trip
[ Sun, 22 May 2016 04:02:00 GMT ]
The solar-powered plane landed in Dayton Ohio Saturday night after a 17-hour flight from Tulsa, Oklahoma, as part of its around-the-world journey.

Why Tech Companies Might Want to Rethink Pushing Touch ID
[ Sun, 22 May 2016 11:06:22 GMT ]
Law enforcement is now grappling with whether or not it can force people to unlock their phones with their fingerprints.

Bizarre, beautiful insect images made from 8,000 photos - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 17:00:03 +0000 ]
What's bugging you? A British photographer painstakingly photographs every section of a specimen's body separately, then combines them for one amazing image.

Cell phone ringtones get classy makeover on the piano - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 18:41:34 +0000 ]
Musician plays popular phone ringtones from Apple, Samsung, AT&T, Nokia, Verizon and more on the piano, making them sound like classical music worthy of a concert hall.

Apple wants you to spend longer in its stores. Why would you do that? - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 19:13:24 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Part of a new redesign of its retail outlets includes the notion of the Apple Store as your new town square. Is that an attractive thought?

Bill Gates-approved historian says AI will make some people totally useless - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 19:49:44 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Yuval Harari's latest book offers a very dark view of the future, one in which some people will have no reason to get out of bed.

Opening door sounds like screaming R2-D2 - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 20:56:57 +0000 ]
Watch this viral video of a door in an undisclosed hotel lobby that mimics the famous astromech's signature squeal for help. Star Wars is indeed everywhere.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Facebook Trending story: The Wizard of Oz algorithm
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Ed Finn says Facebook didn't want to admit it, but the reality is that human judgment inevitably enters the picture when a product is used in real life

Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Bill Would Block Greater FBI Hacking Authority
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:25:00 GMT ]
A small group of bipartisan senators introduced a bill Thursday that would block an expansion of the FBI's hacking authority.

Hubble Captures Incredible Up-Close View of Mars
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 15:05:00 GMT ]
Hubble took the photo on May 12, when Mars was just 50 million miles from Earth.

Turns Out Computers Are Really Bad at Writing Poetry
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 15:24:00 GMT ]
Computers are pretty good at stocking shelves and operating cars, but are not so great at writing poetry.

Tim Cook to Meet India's Selfie-Loving Prime Minister
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 18:03:00 GMT ]
Cook meets the 65- year old prime minister in New Delhi on Saturday, and will be hoping Modi's enthusiasm for phones can help Apple.

As Tesla Doubles Production Plans, Suppliers Raise Doubts
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 10:48:00 GMT ]
Tesla has surprised parts makers with plans to move up the launch of high-volume production of its Model 3 to 2018, two years earlier than planned.

Here's proof that augmented reality may be demented reality - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 20:59:11 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Design consultant Keiichi Matsuda wanted to show augmented reality as it might be for humans, as opposed to the sterile image presented by tech companies.

Canadian brewery to deliver beer via bald eagle - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 23:24:55 +0000 ]
Don't drink and fly. Phillips Brewing plans to have Hercules the eagle deliver a can of its new pilsner to a contest winner on June 5.

Jack White at Jack in the Box? Fake concerts popping up all over Facebook - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 00:50:31 +0000 ]
A fake event invitation for a Limp Bizkit concert at an Ohio gas station creates a wave of false but funny concerts on Facebook. So if you've got tickets to see The Flaming Lips at a botox clinic, get a refund.

Your iPhone's Touch ID could unlock the next version of OS X (Apple Byte Extra Cruncy Podcast, Ep. 38) - CNET
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 01:00:03 +0000 ]
Bugs after bugs are killing our confidence in Apple software. Plus, the iPhone maker wants wireless charging you can walk with, and I visit Apple's new retail store concept in Union Square.

Big updates for Android Auto, big updates on automotive cheaters. (AutoComplete Podcast 19) - Roadshow
[ Sat, 21 May 2016 05:00:03 +0000 ]
In this week's rundown of the biggest stories, Brian and Tim discuss the latest cheats and shady happenings in the car world, plus all the automotive-related news from Google I/O.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Facebook Trending story: The Wizard of Oz algorithm
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Ed Finn says Facebook didn't want to admit it, but the reality is that human judgment inevitably enters the picture when a product is used in real life

Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 14:42:57 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

Friday, May 20, 2016

Theranos 'Voids Two Years of Blood Test Results'
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:16:43 GMT ]
Blood-testing firm Theranos notified the U.S. federal health regulators that it voided results from the past two years.

This Type of Person is Most Likely to Use Uber or Airbnb
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 19:33:00 GMT ]
If caring is sharing, then America has warmed to the new digital economy.

Uber Testing Self-Driving Car in Pittsburgh
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 19:52:00 GMT ]
Uber says it has outfitted a Ford Fusion hybrid with radars, laser scanners and high-resolution cameras.

Apple Unveils New Store Design in San Francisco
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:22:47 GMT ]
Apple executives offered a sneak peak of a new store that features design elements that will later roll out to more locations worldwide.

As Tesla Doubles Production Plans, Suppliers Raise Doubts
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 10:48:00 GMT ]
Tesla has surprised parts makers with plans to move up the launch of high-volume production of its Model 3 to 2018, two years earlier than planned.

CNET UK podcast 482: Android N's new tricks and Motorola's cheap new phones - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 10:46:55 +0000 ]
Up on the UK's best tech podcast this week is everything you need to know about Google's new launches and whether or not you can eat a Rubik's Cube.

IMAX to dive into virtual reality - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:03:28 +0000 ]
Just as it announced a partnership with Google to develop a 360-degree VR camera, the company that made the giant movie screen famous said it will open VR experiences worldwide.

Apple's Indian charm offensive has one goal: Sell more iPhones - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:02:25 +0000 ]
India is becoming arguably the world's most important phone market. Apple, struggling there behind Android makers, is making significant investments.

The Mowgli's love planning their tour with their fans (Tomorrow Daily 368 show notes) - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
Katie and Andy from The Mowgli's stop by the set to talk about how they stay connected to fans and family while touring.

'Crowd Control,' part 10: The road to death goes through Delhi - CNET
[ Fri, 20 May 2016 11:00:06 +0000 ]
In this installment of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel, Rebecca Danish removes the nanobots that keep her young, leaving her with little time left to change the world.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Facebook Trending story: The Wizard of Oz algorithm
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Ed Finn says Facebook didn't want to admit it, but the reality is that human judgment inevitably enters the picture when a product is used in real life

Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

15 Years of the Apple Store
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 20:31:22 GMT ]
A look back on the growth of Apple's retail stores through the past 15 years.

Zuckerberg and Conservatives Meet About Trending Furor
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:49:51 GMT ]
The meeting — on the fourth anniversary of the day Facebook issued its initial public offering and became a public company — was closed to reporters.

Tesla to Sell $2B in Stock to Fund Model 3
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:04:28 GMT ]
Tesla announced on Wednesday an underwritten registered public offering of about $2 billion shares of its common stock to accelerate the ramp of the M

Theranos 'Voids Two Years of Blood Test Results'
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:16:43 GMT ]
Blood-testing firm Theranos notified the U.S. federal health regulators that it voided results from the past two years.

Apple Launches Design and Development Lab in India
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 09:58:00 GMT ]
Apple will set up a software laboratory in India to help Indian startups and developers working on the company's iOS platform, Apple said Tuesday.

Grand Theft Auto V, closing in on Minecraft, ships 65 million units - CNET
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 09:59:51 +0000 ]
Originally released in 2013, the title is around 5 million units shy of becoming the third highest selling game of all time.

This wristband will give you a 255-volt shock when you spend too much money - CNET
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 10:55:36 +0000 ]
What better way to save for that new TV than by getting an electric shock every time your bank balance drops?

Google's sticky car patent glues pedestrians in place after an accident - CNET
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:03:38 +0000 ]
The patent claims that sticking pedestrians to the car in the event of a crash is safer than them bouncing off into traffic.

'Crowd Control,' part 9: The shot heard around the multiverse - CNET
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
In this installment of CNET's groundbreaking crowdsourced sci-fi novel, a spy from a parallel universe co-opts a convenient body and then derails a talk show appearance to foment an uprising in our world.

This toy truck can probably power slide better than you (Tomorrow Daily 367 show notes) - CNET
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 11:17:02 +0000 ]
We're not saying it's a better driver than he is, but we *are* saying we want to challenge it to a drift contest against our very own Tim Stevens.

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 22:15:46 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Facebook Trending story: The Wizard of Oz algorithm
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Ed Finn says Facebook didn't want to admit it, but the reality is that human judgment inevitably enters the picture when a product is used in real life

Sandberg amplifies social importance of grief
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Sheryl Sandberg's public mourning is an important example, says Meghan O'Rourke. But her "tough-it-out" message misses an opportunity for change.

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Keep calm and TSA on, a how to guide for long airport line rage
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Whether you need to travel for business or enjoy traveling for pleasure, not ruining your trip right off the bat requires some planning, determination and the ability to just let go.

If dogs could talk... this is what they would say
[ Thu, 19 May 2016 06:43:43 EDT ]
Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed technology that allows dogs to trigger audible cues or send text message alerts.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Hacks, Negligence Lead to More Medical Data Breaches
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 17:48:00 GMT ]
America's healthcare organizations are being attacked by data thieves, but the industry is not doing nearly enough to deal with the growing threat, ac

Apple's Latest iOS is 'Bricking' Some iPads, Users Say
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 19:00:00 GMT ]
Apple's latest operating system update is "bricking" some iPads, users complained Tuesday.

Girls Beat Boys in Tech, Engineering Tests: Survey
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 20:19:00 GMT ]
Girls scored three points higher than boys overall — a reversal of expectations because boys typically score higher than girls in math testing.

LinkedIn, Airbnb Matching Survivors With Jobs, Rooms
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 11:17:46 GMT ]
Airbnb allows hosts to offer free accommodation to disaster survivors, and LinkedIn has a micro-site that helps migrants find internships and jobs.

Apple Launches Design and Development Lab in India
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 09:58:00 GMT ]
Apple will set up a software laboratory in India to help Indian startups and developers working on the company's iOS platform, Apple said Tuesday.

Apple plans iOS development accelerator program in India - CNET
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 07:20:16 +0000 ]
Company will offer expert reviews to developers in India, a growing market for the iPhone maker.

Not big on digital gaming? Now you can play off cartridges designed for smartphones - CNET
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 09:58:37 +0000 ]
A Japanese company is releasing classic games on cartridges that plug into the headphone jacks of Android and iOS devices.

​Nokia phone brand to live on, but not at Microsoft - CNET
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 10:52:20 +0000 ]
Microsoft will sell its low-end phone business for $350 million, and a new Finnish company called HMD will sell Nokia-branded, Android-powered phones and tablets.

Motorola needs India to keep its momentum rolling - CNET
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 10:11:19 +0000 ]
Lenovo-owned Motorola has been steadily gaining ground since being bought by the Chinese company in 2014.

'Crowd Control,' part 8: Traveling between universes requires a new body - CNET
[ Wed, 18 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
In the latest installment of CNET's crowdsourced sci-fi novel, visitors from another universe arrive via a very unusual vehicle.

Instagram drama proves just how much we don't like change
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:37 EDT ]
Stop us if you've heard this one before: A major brand changed its logo, and people can barely handle it.

Next da Vinci? Math whiz creates fantastical works of art
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 11:44:21 EDT ]
HASH(0x2998838)

Sky pioneers: A light aircraft revolution is taking off
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 11:30:26 EDT ]
Inside a hangar in the San Francisco Bay Area, a young French entrepreneur is busy readying a small, odd-looking, bubble-shaped aircraft.

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Space Station marks the big 100,000
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 11:51:10 EDT ]
It was 1998 when a Russian Proton rocket flew the Zarya module up to orbit, the first piece of what would become the International Space Station (ISS).

'New form' of light sets heads spinning
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:39:40 EDT ]
When it comes to understanding light, it turns out we're more in the dark than we thought.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Hacker Admits Plotting to Use Stolen News Releases
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 20:04:00 GMT ]
The U.S. attorney's office said that from 2010 to 2015, the group gained access to more than 150,000 press releases.

Tesla Call Cheap-Labor Allegations 'Unacceptable'
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 20:45:00 GMT ]
Tesla's reputation came under fire over the weekend after a report claimed the company used cheap foreign labor to build one of its new facilities.

Icahn Protégé Discloses Large Stake in Pandora
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:38:51 GMT ]
Corvex disclosed on Monday that it owns 9.9 percent of Pandora Media and urged the internet music streaming company to explore a sale.

Twitter Might Be Tweaking Its Character Count
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:53:00 GMT ]
Twitterers may have more room. According to a report, the company plans to stop including photos and links as part of its 140-character limit.

Apple's Tim Cook Arrives in China for Charm Offensive
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 10:46:00 GMT ]
Apple chief executive Tim Cook met some of China's hottest app developers and used a Didi Chuxing car to visit an Apple store.

GarageBand adds Chinese instruments following Tim Cook's Beijing visit - CNET
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 09:42:21 +0000 ]
Extra Chinese music loops and instruments have been added to Apple's music creation app, following a visit to China from CEO Tim Cook.

Amazon's restaurant deliveries come to Manhattan, Dallas - CNET
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:00:02 +0000 ]
About 350 Big Apple eateries are participating, including Momofuku Milk Bar, Num Pang and Choza Taqueria.

Panasonic's new hand lacquered fans are gorgeous (and expensive) - CNET
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:13:08 +0000 ]
The Japanese electronics giant will sell just 100 of the modified Q fans, which have each been hand lacquered.

Shape-shifting mobile prototype is half smartphone, half Rubik's Cube - CNET
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 10:18:11 +0000 ]
The Cubimorph, cooked up by academics at UK and US universities, is a prototype made up of folding cubes that can form themselves into a variety of shapes.

'Crowd Control,' part 7: 'Mom's not dead, she's just in another universe' - CNET
[ Tue, 17 May 2016 11:00:02 +0000 ]
In this installment of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel, there's lots of family drama going down with the Parkers -- and an experiment may have gone too far.

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Dr. robot could conduct your next surgery
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:43 EDT ]
Scientists have shown the first use of autonomous robots to conduct bowel surgery under supervision, paving the way for robots one day taking the lead in the operating room.

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Meet the largest unnamed world in our solar system
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:46 EDT ]
A majority of dwarf planets lie tucked away in the depths of our solar system.

Instagram drama proves just how much we don't like change
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:37 EDT ]
Stop us if you've heard this one before: A major brand changed its logo, and people can barely handle it.

Monday, May 16, 2016

Mark Zuckerberg Has Made $4.4M for Each Day of His Life
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 16:11:00 GMT ]
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's turns 32 on Saturday, and he has a few billion things to celebrate.

Zuckerberg, Glenn Beck to Discuss Facebook Controversy
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 01:10:25 GMT ]
Beck says he'll be one of about 10 people to go to Menlo Park to hear the CEO "explain what happened and assure us that it won't happen again."

Apple's Tim Cook Arrives in China for Charm Offensive
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 10:46:00 GMT ]
Apple chief executive Tim Cook met some of China's hottest app developers and used a Didi Chuxing car to visit an Apple store.

Google 'Could Face Record $3 Billion' Antitrust Fine
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 10:56:08 GMT ]
Google faces a record antitrust fine of around 3 billion euros from the European Commission in the coming weeks, a British newspaper said.

Zuckerberg Probes Claims Facebook Cut Trending Topics
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 10:36:00 GMT ]
Mark Zuckerberg has kicked off a probe into claims Facebook suppressed pro-conservative stories and forced others to artificially appear in the s

Major automakers test self-driving cars with NXP BlueBox computer - Roadshow
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 04:01:02 +0000 ]
NXP announced its BlueBox computer, a mobile computing platform for building and testing self-driving cars that's already in the hands of four major automakers.

'The Angry Birds Movie' slingshots to the top of the international box office ahead of US release - CNET
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 06:03:40 +0000 ]
Finnish developer and publisher Rovio has chalked up the number 1 spot in 37 markets with the film, making $43 million on its opening weekend.

A-doh!-be: How Homer chatted live with 'Simpsons' fans thanks to Adobe software - CNET
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 09:52:13 +0000 ]
Adobe Character Animator created a live episode of the Simpsons with the animated characters improvising in real-time.

Wii movie: Nintendo plans to get into the film business - CNET
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 10:59:35 +0000 ]
The fabled gaming company could look to moviemaking in the next few years.

Amazon will save indie cinema, says 'Drive' director - CNET
[ Mon, 16 May 2016 11:15:07 +0000 ]
Stylish director Nicolas Winding Refn says Amazon made "the best offer I've ever gotten in my life" for his new film "The Neon Demon".

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Dr. robot could conduct your next surgery
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:43 EDT ]
Scientists have shown the first use of autonomous robots to conduct bowel surgery under supervision, paving the way for robots one day taking the lead in the operating room.

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Meet the largest unnamed world in our solar system
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:46 EDT ]
A majority of dwarf planets lie tucked away in the depths of our solar system.

Instagram drama proves just how much we don't like change
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:37 EDT ]
Stop us if you've heard this one before: A major brand changed its logo, and people can barely handle it.

Sunday, May 15, 2016

#Bromance: Men Are Swiping Right to Find New Friends
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 12:45:00 GMT ]
Swipe right … for a friend? Outside of college, finding friends in adulthood can get tricky. While the digital dating space is now firmly establi

Want Security Clearance? Your Facebook May Be Reviewed
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 15:12:00 GMT ]
If you ever want access to government secrets, think twice before you tweet.

White House Makes Big Plans for Smallest Organisms
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 17:16:00 GMT ]
The White House has rounded up 100 companies and foundations for an initiative focused on the microbiome: microbes in and on animals, dirt, and more.

Mark Zuckerberg Has Made $4.4M for Each Day of His Life
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 16:11:00 GMT ]
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's turns 32 on Saturday, and he has a few billion things to celebrate.

Zuckerberg Probes Claims Facebook Cut Trending Topics
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 10:36:00 GMT ]
Mark Zuckerberg has kicked off a probe into claims Facebook suppressed pro-conservative stories and forced others to artificially appear in the s

Sir Ian McKellen seeks to demystify Shakespeare with new app - CNET
[ Sun, 15 May 2016 00:15:12 +0000 ]
Heuristic Shakespeare -- "The Tempest" is the first of 37 new apps to help students better understand the works of the famous bard. Actors McKellen, Helen Mirren, Benedict Cumberbatch, David Suchet and John Lithgow review the app.

Police camouflage surveillance truck as Google Maps van - CNET
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 17:54:04 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Philadelphia police admit that one of their surveillance trucks masqueraded as one of Google's. It had a Google Maps logo on its side window.

Centipede and Missile Command Atari games get movie deals - CNET
[ Sun, 15 May 2016 02:28:07 +0000 ]
If Resident Evil and Assassin's Creed can be major motion pictures, why not classic Atari arcade games? Centipede and Missile Command will be hitting the big screen, but which actors should be in the films?

Teens allegedly live-stream sex acts on Facebook - CNET
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 23:06:01 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: In Milwaukee, police are attempting to secure data from Facebook after three teens allegedly filmed their hookup and broadcast it to classmates.

Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg delivers powerful words on husband's death - CNET
[ Sun, 15 May 2016 00:16:11 +0000 ]
During a commencement address at UC Berkeley, the Facebook COO and "Lean In" author reflects on grief and resilience.

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Dr. robot could conduct your next surgery
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:43 EDT ]
Scientists have shown the first use of autonomous robots to conduct bowel surgery under supervision, paving the way for robots one day taking the lead in the operating room.

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Meet the largest unnamed world in our solar system
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:46 EDT ]
A majority of dwarf planets lie tucked away in the depths of our solar system.

Instagram drama proves just how much we don't like change
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:37 EDT ]
Stop us if you've heard this one before: A major brand changed its logo, and people can barely handle it.

Saturday, May 14, 2016

Patients Are Using This Site for a Troubling Reason
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 12:08:32 GMT ]
A news organization that set up a database to track prescribing habits of doctors found out some people were using it for an unexpected reason.

#Bromance: Men Are Swiping Right to Find New Friends
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 12:45:00 GMT ]
Swipe right … for a friend? Outside of college, finding friends in adulthood can get tricky. While the digital dating space is now firmly establi

Want Security Clearance? Your Facebook May Be Reviewed
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 15:12:00 GMT ]
If you ever want access to government secrets, think twice before you tweet.

White House Makes Big Plans for Smallest Organisms
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 17:16:00 GMT ]
The White House has rounded up 100 companies and foundations for an initiative focused on the microbiome: microbes in and on animals, dirt, and more.

Zuckerberg Probes Claims Facebook Cut Trending Topics
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 10:36:00 GMT ]
Mark Zuckerberg has kicked off a probe into claims Facebook suppressed pro-conservative stories and forced others to artificially appear in the s

Apple says it will not shut down iTunes downloads. Plus, the iPhone 7 design and features are revealed (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 37) - CNET
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 00:00:07 +0000 ]
Apple invests in a $1 billion Chinese car service, and the best iPhone might be coming in 2017.

Facebook sleuth forces police chief to give himself parking ticket - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 23:37:51 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: A Florida police chief parks illegally. And then he's exposed on Facebook.

Taking the Hyperloop to the future of transportation (AutoComplete Podcast, Ep. 18) - Roadshow
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 23:57:49 +0000 ]
In this week's rundown of the biggest stories, Tim and Emme talk Hyperloop, Tesla factory tours and the latest update on the never-ending Dieselgate saga.

Only Amazon can open a college bookstore with no books - CNET
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 00:42:12 +0000 ]
Amazon's seventh college retail location underscores the online retail giant's desire for a more physical presence.

The view from the Tokyo Skytree, one of the tallest structures on Earth (pictures) - CNET
[ Sat, 14 May 2016 08:45:02 +0000 ]
The Tokyo Skytree is one of the tallest structures ever made, towering over 2,000ft (634m) above the city. Here's what the view looks like.

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Dr. robot could conduct your next surgery
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:43 EDT ]
Scientists have shown the first use of autonomous robots to conduct bowel surgery under supervision, paving the way for robots one day taking the lead in the operating room.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
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Meet the largest unnamed world in our solar system
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:46 EDT ]
A majority of dwarf planets lie tucked away in the depths of our solar system.

Instagram drama proves just how much we don't like change
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 13:03:37 EDT ]
Stop us if you've heard this one before: A major brand changed its logo, and people can barely handle it.

Friday, May 13, 2016

Tesla Sends Owner Detailed Log After Self-Parking Crunch
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 18:08:00 GMT ]
After a parked Model S Tesla rammed itself into the back of a trailer, the manufacturer and car owner are embroiled in a tussle to determine fault.

Attention Bloggers: How to Snag a .Blog Domain This Year
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 19:31:00 GMT ]
The .blog domain extensions will be up for grabs this year.

'Solar Impulse 2' Completes Arizona-to-Oklahoma Leg
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 06:20:00 GMT ]
The Swiss-made Solar Impulse 2 is on an around-the-world journey that began in March 2015 from Abu Dhabi.

Apple Surprises With $1B Stake in Chinese Uber Rival
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 10:17:00 GMT ]
Ride-sharing service Didi Chuxing announced Friday a $1 billion financing from Apple.

Zuckerberg Probes Claims Facebook Cut Trending Topics
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 10:36:00 GMT ]
Mark Zuckerberg has kicked off a probe into claims Facebook suppressed pro-conservative stories and forced others to artificially appear in the s

Crave giveaway: Hipster-friendly fixie bike from Critical Cycles - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
Roll up your pant leg and get ready to hop on a free fixie bike, the prize in this week's ultrahip Crave giveaway.

Crowd Control, part 5: Who will make heaven great again? - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 11:00:06 +0000 ]
In the latest chapter of CNET's crowdsourced novel, we eavesdrop on a conversation in what seems to be the afterlife. And things there might not be as perfect as you'd guess.

This AiraWear hoodie gives you backrubs on the go - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 11:07:05 +0000 ]
If you're suffering from chronic backpain or have bad posture, this compressed-air massage jacket could be just the thing to fix that.

​Trump says Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has 'huge antitrust problem' - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 11:34:39 +0000 ]
The Republican presidential candidate accuses the tech titan of using the Washington Post politically so Amazon can avoid paying taxes.

You can now sign up to take a driverless car for a spin around London - CNET
[ Fri, 13 May 2016 11:27:29 +0000 ]
Registration has opened for the first public trial of autonomous self-driving cars in the UK.

Why we need a cyber wall
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:33:22 EDT ]


Half of teens think they're addicted to smartphones
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:11 EDT ]
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Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

Sponsored:
Drivers With No Tickets In 3 Years Read This
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'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Alien Earth Still Elusive Despite Huge Exoplanet Haul
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 20:33:00 GMT ]
The first 'alien Earth' continues to evade detection.

Yahoo Working With US House After Reported Email Attacks
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 04:41:53 GMT ]
The House has blocked access to its networks from Yahoo mail accounts, according to a House IT office memo that emerged last week.

Cybersecurity? You're on Your Own, SWIFT Tells Banks
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 10:36:56 GMT ]
SWIFT has told its bank customers that they are responsible for securing computers used to send messages over its global network.

Boston Bests 'Cutthroat' Silicon Valley for Tech Talent
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 11:07:31 GMT ]
Boston is the U.S. city best placed to capitalize on the shift to a digital economy, with the tech-centered San Francisco Bay Area second.

Hyperloop One Tests Futuristic Tech in First-Ever Demo
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 20:59:00 GMT ]
The future of transportation could be closer than you think as Hyperloop One tested its electric engine in its first open-air demonstration.

FBI director blames 'viral video effect' for spike in violent crime - CNET
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 05:30:08 +0000 ]
James Comey says a fear of ending up on the Internet may be leading to less aggressive policing.

Kanye West somehow steals the spotlight in the first 'Assassin's Creed' trailer - CNET
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 05:01:53 +0000 ]
The first trailer for the upcoming adaptation of the popular video game series, to be released in December, is now online.

NBC picks up DC Comics' 'Powerless' comedy - CNET
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 08:21:35 +0000 ]
Touted as the first comedy set in the DC Universe, it stars Vanessa Hudgens as an insurance agent who deals with damages caused by superheroes.

TalkTalk sees profits halved following cyberattack last year - CNET
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 09:40:45 +0000 ]
The UK broadband provider's profits plunged as it upped its spending on security.

'Crowd Control,' part 4: When your parents give you life...and superpowers - CNET
[ Thu, 12 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
As our crowdsourced science fiction novel continues, we meet another of humanity's heroes and take a ride in a Quetzalcoatl M-8.

Why we need a cyber wall
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:33:22 EDT ]
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Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Uber to Offer Union Representation to NYC Drivers
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 19:55:00 GMT ]
Uber will join with the International Association of Machinists to launch a guild to represent drivers of the ride-hailing service in New York City.

Senate GOP Wants Face Time With Facebook Over 'Bias'
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 21:54:00 GMT ]
The head of the Senate Commerce Committee wants to grill Facebook employees over reports the site squelches conservative views.

Wal-Mart Sues Visa Over Chip-Card Transactions
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:49:13 GMT ]
Wal-Mart is suing Visa for allegedly forcing the retailer to let customers use signatures when paying with their chip-based debit cards.The

China Tech Bosses Prefer Workers Who Sleep on the Job
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:18:00 GMT ]
Office workers sleeping on the job has long been a common sight in China, where a surplus of cheap labor gives workers plenty of downtime.

Dating Site Hooks Up Trump-Hating Yanks With Canucks
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 07:02:00 GMT ]
The site, run by a young Texan, promises to 'Make dating great again.'

George R.R. Martin publishes new chapter of his next 'Game of Thrones' book - CNET
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:32:46 +0000 ]
Dornish princess Arianne Martell is plotting insurrection in the new teaser for Martin's long-awaited book "The Winds of Winter".

'Civil War' directors creating new Chinese superhero, won't be called Captain China though - CNET
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 10:32:11 +0000 ]
Fresh from the huge hit "Captain America: Civil War", the Russo brothers will co-produce a trilogy of movies in China featuring an original superhero.

Sign up to be a Firefox Test Pilot, it's just like being a real pilot only a crash won't kill you - CNET
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:06:10 +0000 ]
Be the first to arrange your tabs down the side of the screen and other experimental features in Mozilla's new scheme.

'Crowd Control,' part 3: Forever young is so cliche... - CNET
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
In the second chapter of CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel, it's becoming possible to live much, much longer on Earth, but not everyone is excited about the high-tech fountain of youth.

Five things I would never have said about Marvel movies in 2008 - CNET
[ Wed, 11 May 2016 11:00:06 +0000 ]
Commentary: Dunno if you've noticed this, but "Captain America: Civil War" was kind of a big deal. And a good time to stop and reflect briefly on the series.

Why we need a cyber wall
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:33:22 EDT ]
HASH(0x227a298)

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Did These Researchers Invent a Facelift in a Bottle?
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 15:04:00 GMT ]
It sounds almost too good to be true — a two-step cream that tightens up baggy eyes and that can keep dry legs from flaking.

Rwandan Blood Deliveries Show Drones' Promise, Hurdles
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 16:03:00 GMT ]
International delivery company UPS is backing a start-up using drones in Rwanda to transport life-saving blood supplies and vaccines.

Should Colleges Report Government Data Requests?
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 19:29:00 GMT ]
Colleges can track the websites students visit, the meals they eat, and even their physical location.

Feds Quiz Cellphone Companies on Security Updates
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:24:00 GMT ]
The FCC and FTC have asked mobile phone carriers and manufacturers to explain their security updates amid mounting concerns on vulnerabilities.

Did Facebook Cut Right-Wing 'Trending' Topics?
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 10:53:01 GMT ]
Facebook workers have often omitted conservative political stories from the website's "trending" list, the technology news site Gizmodo said.

New species of parasitoid wasp named after Brad Pitt - CNET
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 07:06:10 +0000 ]
Conobregma bradpitti lays its eggs in caterpillars, which then become food for the emerging larvae.

Dishonored 2 brings back magic and stealth combat on November 11 (pictures) - CNET
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 07:09:17 +0000 ]
Corvo Attano returns, as does the Priness Emily Kaldwin, when the sequel to 2012's Dishonored lands on November 11, 2016.

Netflix will stream new UK exorcism comedy 'Crazy Face' - CNET
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 10:03:06 +0000 ]
The upcoming show stars Cara Theobold of "Downton Abbey" fame, and will get its first airing on the UK's Channel 4, prior to a global online debut on Netflix.

Uber's wheelchair accessible vehicles come to London - CNET
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:08:05 +0000 ]
UberWAV, which summons a wheelchair-capable car, goes live in the UK's capital today, having already debuted across the US.

'Crowd Control' part 2: Heaven is on Earth, just not this one - CNET
[ Tue, 10 May 2016 11:00:03 +0000 ]
CNET's crowdsourced science fiction novel continues, revealing the secrets of the afterlife.

Half of teens think they're addicted to smartphones
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:11 EDT ]
HASH(0x1705298)

Schuuush! Is this the world's quietest Ferrari 308?
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 13:35:26 EDT ]
The look is unmistakably Ferrari. The sound? That's another story.

Recent podcasts: Bernie gets the Axe | Blindsided: How ISIS Shook The World | Graham Opposes GOP Leader

Step into the world of virtual reality art with Google Tilt Brush
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 09:26:26 EDT ]
Artists, put down your brushes. It's time to step into the world of virtual reality.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

World's largest solar-powered computer
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:00:39 EDT ]
Touted by its creators as the "world's largest solar-powered computer," it could offer a quantum leap for development across rural Africa.

Monday, May 9, 2016

Are People Flipping for 'Dumb' Phones?
[ Sun, 08 May 2016 21:49:00 GMT ]
As Apple reports a decline in iPhone sales for the first time ever, are "unplugged" phones poised for a comeback?

Inside 'Hackerville': Romania's Cybercriminal Hub
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 06:49:20 GMT ]
NBC News goes inside the town in Transylvania that is not only ground zero for cybercrime, but also for fighting it.

No Facebook Beverages in China After Trademark Win
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:24:00 GMT ]
Chinese people won't be able to quench their thirst with a "face book" beverage, after the social networking company won a rare trademark victory.

Uber, Lyft Pull Out of Austin After Fingerprint Fail
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:34:32 GMT ]
Uber and Lyft suffered an embarrassing defeat in a Saturday election in Austin as voters backed a measure requiring fingerprint background checks for drivers.

Facebook Loses First Round in Biometric Lawsuit
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:00 GMT ]
Facebook lost the first round in a court fight against users who allege it "unlawfully" collected users' biometric data.

The New Yorker comes to life with augmented reality cover - CNET
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 05:34:02 +0000 ]
In a first for the 91-year-old magazine, The New Yorker is looking at Manhattan through the screen of your tablet or smartphone, thanks to augmented reality.

​Buyer beware: PayPal drops purchase protection for crowdfunding - CNET
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 06:57:08 +0000 ]
Planning on crowdfunding a pair of hamburger earmuffs or those fancy neon hover boots? Be warned: PayPal won't back your purchase if the crowdfunding campaign falls through.

Facebook won't have to share its name with food and drink in China - CNET
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:05:37 +0000 ]
The social network has won a trademark dispute in China that will prevent a local company making "face book"-branded products.

Watch 1,000 David Attenborough clips for free with BBC natural history app - CNET
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 10:49:00 +0000 ]
The Story of Life app will let you delve into the BBC Natural History Unit's archive of clips, chronicling the naturalist's 60-year broadcasting career.

HIV patient name leak results in fine for UK's National Health Service - CNET
[ Mon, 09 May 2016 11:49:24 +0000 ]
Patients who had their HIV status made public in an email "bcc" error suffered "a great deal of upset," according to the UK's data protection watchdog.

Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

Brazil judge overturns ban on WhatsApp
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 17:07:05 EDT ]
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This game can tell if you have dementia
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:36:43 EDT ]
A new mobile game, Sea Hero Quest, tracks spatial awareness among users. Doctors will use data to help diagnose dementia early.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

Sunday, May 8, 2016

272 Million Hacked Email Accounts Up for Sale Online
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 09:13:08 GMT ]
A security consultant discovered Yahoo, Gmail and Hotmail addresses and passwords among the 272 million hacked accounts.

Apple's Tim Cook 'to Visit China for Govt Meetings'
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:19:00 GMT ]
Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook plans to visit Beijing later this month to meet with high-level government officials.

Self-Proclaimed Australian Bitcoin Founder Backtracks
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 13:38:00 GMT ]
The man who claimed to be the mysterious founder of bitcoin appears to be stepping back into the shadows, leaving numerous questions in his wake. Three days after Australian entrepreneur Craig Wright came forward as " Satoshi Nakamoto," the unknown creator of the digital currency bitcoin, he has backtracked in a dramatic fashion. He wrote in a blog post that he does...

What's Hot at London's High-Tech Anti-Terror Expo
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 12:32:32 GMT ]
Security experts and manufacturers from around the world gathered at a showcase for some of the technological tools in the war on terror.

Facebook Loses First Round in Biometric Lawsuit
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:00 GMT ]
Facebook lost the first round in a court fight against users who allege it "unlawfully" collected users' biometric data.

A Trump-inspired pie, and other weird pizza news of the week - CNET
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 14:00:03 +0000 ]
From pizza boxes made of pizza to Trump-hand-sized slices, things got more than a little cheesy.

Man climbs 126-year-old statue to take a selfie, breaks it into pieces - CNET
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 17:50:18 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: In Lisbon, Portugal, a railway station enjoys a beautiful statue of a 16th century king. Until a selfie-taker tries to climb it.

Lucky kid gets the Ghostbusters gift all fans crave - CNET
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 23:20:00 +0000 ]
A Ghostbusters super fan battling a lung disease gets the ultimate gift on his seventh birthday: a visit from the Iowa Ghostbusters complete with a certificate of recruitment and some ectoplasm.

Thrilled 7-year-old gets ultimate Ghostbusters surprise (pictures) - CNET
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 23:21:16 +0000 ]
Braeden Rios, who's fighting a lung disease, gets a visit from the local Ghostbusters fan group on his seventh birthday.

Academic questioned by American Airlines officials for doing math on plane - CNET
[ Sat, 07 May 2016 20:26:40 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: An Ivy League expert in search theory says the math he was writing may have been mistaken by a passenger for some sort of code, possibly terroristic. Oh, and he has dark skin.

Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

Brazil judge overturns ban on WhatsApp
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 17:07:05 EDT ]
HASH(0x15e05d8)

This game can tell if you have dementia
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:36:43 EDT ]
A new mobile game, Sea Hero Quest, tracks spatial awareness among users. Doctors will use data to help diagnose dementia early.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

Saturday, May 7, 2016

State Earns $157M Selling Driver Records
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 08:20:42 GMT ]
The information PennDOT sold to credit agencies, insurance companies and car dealerships includes names, addresses, and driving histories.

272 Million Hacked Email Accounts Up for Sale Online
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 09:13:08 GMT ]
A security consultant discovered Yahoo, Gmail and Hotmail addresses and passwords among the 272 million hacked accounts.

Apple's Tim Cook 'to Visit China for Govt Meetings'
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:19:00 GMT ]
Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook plans to visit Beijing later this month to meet with high-level government officials.

Self-Proclaimed Australian Bitcoin Founder Backtracks
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 13:38:00 GMT ]
The man who claimed to be the mysterious founder of bitcoin appears to be stepping back into the shadows, leaving numerous questions in his wake. Three days after Australian entrepreneur Craig Wright came forward as " Satoshi Nakamoto," the unknown creator of the digital currency bitcoin, he has backtracked in a dramatic fashion. He wrote in a blog post that he does...

Facebook Loses First Round in Biometric Lawsuit
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:00 GMT ]
Facebook lost the first round in a court fight against users who allege it "unlawfully" collected users' biometric data.

EA's latest Battlefield goes back to World War I - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 20:55:31 +0000 ]
The game maker's upcoming military-themed shooting title brings players back to fighting that happened a century ago.

Amazon pledges to fill gaps in Prime service, Bloomberg - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 21:30:41 +0000 ]
The online retailer says it will fill coverage gaps in 27 cities that excluded some minority neighborhoods, according to a Bloomberg report.

Apple wants you to make your own Mother's Day ad - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 22:19:49 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Insert yourself into Apple's Mother's Day ad...because mom will love it.

Tesla Model 3 might already be running late (AutoComplete Podcast, Ep. 17) - Roadshow
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 22:24:07 +0000 ]
Lots of updates from Tesla, pricing on a pair of hot cars, and yet more Takata airbag woes.

Passwords and emails don't match up in cache of 272 million logins - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 23:59:26 +0000 ]
Three email providers say their customers aren't at risk after the discovery of a hoard of login credentials.

Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

Brazil judge overturns ban on WhatsApp
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 17:07:05 EDT ]
HASH(0x15e7dd8)

This game can tell if you have dementia
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:36:43 EDT ]
A new mobile game, Sea Hero Quest, tracks spatial awareness among users. Doctors will use data to help diagnose dementia early.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

Friday, May 6, 2016

State Earns $157M Selling Driver Records
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 08:20:42 GMT ]
The information PennDOT sold to credit agencies, insurance companies and car dealerships includes names, addresses, and driving histories.

272 Million Hacked Email Accounts Up for Sale Online
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 09:13:08 GMT ]
A security consultant discovered Yahoo, Gmail and Hotmail addresses and passwords among the 272 million hacked accounts.

Apple's Tim Cook 'to Visit China for Govt Meetings'
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:19:00 GMT ]
Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook plans to visit Beijing later this month to meet with high-level government officials.

Facebook Loses First Round in Biometric Lawsuit
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 10:49:55 GMT ]
Facebook lost the first round in a court fight against users who allege it "unlawfully" collected users' biometric data.

Gmail, Microsoft and Yahoo Email Breached, Says Expert
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 10:31:19 GMT ]
Hundreds of millions of user names and passwords for email accounts are being traded in Russia's criminal underworld, claimed a security expert.

Crave giveaway: A prop from the 'Deadpool' set, plus the film on Blu-ray - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 07:00:05 +0000 ]
To celebrate next week's release of "Deadpool" on Blu-ray and DVD, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment has a free Blu-ray copy plus a real prop from the set. Bedazzled jeans not included.

Boaty McBoatface will set sail after all -- in the form of a drone sub - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 09:28:18 +0000 ]
A new polar research vehicle will be christened the RRS Sir David Attenborough, but will carry a drone submarine with the name suggested by the public.

Apple Music streaming subscription chopped in half for students - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 09:36:16 +0000 ]
Students will now get a 50 percent discount on yearly subscriptions to the streaming service.

Apple and Google reportedly buying land for autonomous car facilities - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 11:30:17 +0000 ]
The two tech titans are apparently seeking large swathes of land for research into driverless cars.

They're not also-Hans: Meet the stars in the running to play young Han Solo - CNET
[ Fri, 06 May 2016 11:14:34 +0000 ]
"Hail Caesar!" star Alden Ehrenreich is reported to have been cast as the space-faring scoundrel in his own Star Wars spin-off movie.

This game can tell if you have dementia
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:36:43 EDT ]
A new mobile game, Sea Hero Quest, tracks spatial awareness among users. Doctors will use data to help diagnose dementia early.

Half of teens think they're addicted to smartphones
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:11 EDT ]
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Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

'The Martian' would live here
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 13:11:26 EDT ]
In sci-fi movies, space habitats are huge structures with labyrinth layouts. But Hollywood doesn't have to deal with the issues real aerospace engineers face when contemplating future space homes -- such as gravity and financial constraints.

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Facebook Pays $10,000 to 10-Year-Old Instagram Hacker
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 18:03:00 GMT ]
Social media giant Facebook has paid a $10,000 reward to a 10- year-old Finnish boy for finding a glitch in its picture sharing app Instagram.

Good Germs Stop Mosquitoes From Spreading Zika
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 23:37:44 GMT ]
Deliberately infecting mosquitoes with a certain type of bacteria stops them from transmitting Zika virus, a new study finds.

Hacker 'Guccifer': I Got Inside Hillary Clinton's Server
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 06:32:08 GMT ]
The Romanian hacker who first exposed Hillary Clinton's private email address is making a bombshell new claim -- that he also gained access to the for

#RapedAtSpelman Tweets Spark Gang-Rape Investigation
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 11:52:48 GMT ]
The @RapedAtSpelman account started posting on May 2.

Gmail, Microsoft and Yahoo Email Breached, Says Expert
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 10:31:19 GMT ]
Hundreds of millions of user names and passwords for email accounts are being traded in Russia's criminal underworld, claimed a security expert.

'Batman: The Killing Joke' animated film to burst your sides from July - CNET
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 06:44:19 +0000 ]
The animated adaptation of the classic Batman comic will be released digitally on July 23 and on Blu-ray in early August.

Cops make Facebook plea for customers to stop calling alleged drug dealer's phone - CNET
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 07:28:32 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: Police in Ohio are frustrated that locals keep calling the phone of an alleged drug dealer they've arrested to ask for drugs. They say it's interfering with their investigation.

VR headsets can be used to help cure paranoia, study shows - CNET
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 07:32:53 +0000 ]
We're just now learning about the wonders of virtual reality, and a new study from Oxford University is showing a medicinal side to the tech platform.

Uber picks up former lawmakers for a smoother ride with governments - CNET
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 10:03:32 +0000 ]
The ridesharing app's new public policy advisory board includes an ex-US Secretary of Transport and Europe's former digital czar.

LAPD cracks locked iPhone in murder case - CNET
[ Thu, 05 May 2016 11:02:36 +0000 ]
In the latest case of law enforcement taking on smartphone security, cops have hacked an iPhone crucial to the trial of "The Shield" star Michael Jace.

Three Earth-like planets discovered orbiting dwarf star
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:55:11 EDT ]
For the first time, researchers have discovered three potentially habitable, Earth-like worlds orbiting an ultracool dwarf star 40 light-years away in another star system, according to a study published in the journal Nature.

Weasel knocks out CERN's particle accelerator
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:54:17 EDT ]
The largest scientific experiment has gone offline because of a foreign intruder.

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Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

Brazil blocks WhatsApp
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 00:36:57 EDT ]
HASH(0x1425508)

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Google, Fiat Chrysler Team Up to Develop Robot Cars
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 21:26:00 GMT ]
Google and Fiat Chrysler are teaming up, forming a first-stage alliance that could help bring autonomous vehicles to market by the end of the decade.

New Orleans Event Showcases Emerging Drone Technology
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 23:49:07 GMT ]
Xponential 2016, the world's largest drone convention, is highlighting the way unmanned aircraft systems could change our lives one flight at a time.

New Orleans Drone Showcase Highlights New Technology
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 02:14:00 GMT ]
This week, innovators and experts in the robotics and drone world will touch down in New Orleans for Xponential 2016.

Match Group Revenue Spikes as Tinder Tops 1M Paid Users
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 11:02:00 GMT ]
Match Group reported better-than-expected quarterly revenue as its popular dating app Tinder attracted more paying users.

Anonymous Begins '30-Day Hack Attack' on Banks
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 10:13:00 GMT ]
Greece's central bank became the target of a cyber attack by activist hacking group Anonymous on Tuesday which disrupted service of its website.

You can now pay someone else to call customer service for you - CNET
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 10:00:02 +0000 ]
The startup GetHuman offers to handle customer service calls for $5 to $25 a pop.

Opera brings built-in ad-blocking tools to mobile and desktop browsers - CNET
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 10:13:11 +0000 ]
Opera users will now be able to opt out of seeing ads as they browse the Internet, from within the software's native settings menu.

Anonymous begins month-long hacking campaign against banks, starting with Greece - CNET
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 11:08:27 +0000 ]
The hacking collective targeted the Central Bank of Greece's website on Tuesday with a DDoS attack.

Why strong female Star Wars role models matter - CNET
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 11:38:28 +0000 ]
Commentary: For May the Fourth, CNET's Bonnie Burton explains why we should keep demanding women like Princess Leia, Rey and Ahsoka Tano in our Star Wars world.

Apple Music may be set for interface makeover in June - CNET
[ Wed, 04 May 2016 11:36:33 +0000 ]
Apple's music service is barely one year old and is already getting a makeover, according to reports.

Three Earth-like planets discovered orbiting dwarf star
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:55:11 EDT ]
For the first time, researchers have discovered three potentially habitable, Earth-like worlds orbiting an ultracool dwarf star 40 light-years away in another star system, according to a study published in the journal Nature.

Weasel knocks out CERN's particle accelerator
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:54:17 EDT ]
The largest scientific experiment has gone offline because of a foreign intruder.

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Met Gala 2016: Fashion veers into tech on the red carpet
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:44:32 EDT ]
Featuring a flurry of silver, lustrous and futuristic looks, the fashion elite gathered Monday evening for the Met Museum's annual black-tie extravaganza.

Brazil blocks WhatsApp
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 09:53:57 EDT ]
HASH(0x3376508)

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Bitcoin Mystery: Search for Founder May Not Be Over
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:45:00 GMT ]
For many in the tech world, the identity of bitcoin's elusive creator has been a long-running parlor game.

'Solar Impulse' Touches Down in Arizona After 16-Hour Flight
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:59:00 GMT ]
The solar-powered aircraft completed the latest stage of its global circumnavigation when it touched down at the Goodyear Airport in Phoenix late Mond

After Boardroom Battle, Investor Calls Yahoo 'Welcoming'
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 10:50:00 GMT ]
Yahoo's management team and directors have given a warm welcome to Starboard Chief Executive Jeffrey Smith since he joined the company's board.

Some Investors Saw Balance 'Doubled' After Vanguard App Fail
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 11:07:29 GMT ]
An "application glitch" led some Vanguard clients to see an inflated account balance displayed on their Apple mobile devices.

Brazilian Judge Orders WhatsApp Blocked for 72 Hours
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 19:17:00 GMT ]
A judge in Brazil has once again ordered a temporary block on the popular messaging app WhatsApp.

Uber partners with Chinese payment solution Alipay - CNET
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 06:14:10 +0000 ]
Uber has announced a partnership with Alipay that will allow Chinese customers to pay in yuan around the globe.

Watch 'The Force Awakens' retold in emojis - CNET
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 06:32:58 +0000 ]
For a bit of May the Fourth fun, Disney re-released "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" told in adorable little stickers.

Flight passenger names their Wi-Fi hotspot 'mobile detonation device', grounds plane - CNET
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 06:51:54 +0000 ]
A mystery passenger on an Australian flight grounded a Perth, Australia-bound Qantas plane after inciting a terrorism scare.

​SoundCloud's paid streaming service expands to UK and Ireland - CNET
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 10:29:29 +0000 ]
The ad-free SoundCloud Go is now available outside the US.

After erasing themselves from the Internet, new Radiohead teaser creeps out - CNET
[ Tue, 03 May 2016 11:38:18 +0000 ]
The band pretended to disappear completely. Who were they trying to kid, eh?

No more lost bags? Delta rolls out better tracking system
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 21:22:23 EDT ]
What if tiny radio waves from your luggage could communicate its location to baggage handlers?

Tinder and Facebook: Too close for comfort?
[ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 07:42:40 EDT ]
New Tinder Social feature allows users to create groups and meet up with other groups. Except in doing so, they're presented with a list of Facebook friends also using the app -- and not everybody is happy about it.

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Are we finally, really going to Mars?
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:29:18 EDT ]
HASH(0x3362dd8)

Three Earth-like planets discovered orbiting dwarf star
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 17:31:57 EDT ]
For the first time, researchers have discovered three potentially habitable, Earth-like worlds orbiting an ultracool dwarf star 40 light-years away in another star system, according to a study published in the journal Nature.

Weasel knocks out CERN's particle accelerator
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:54:34 EDT ]
The largest scientific experiment has gone offline because of a foreign intruder.

Monday, May 2, 2016

Check Out These Techie Gifts for Your Plugged-In Mom
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:01:00 GMT ]
Shopping for a gift for Mother's Day doesn't have to be stressful.

Radiohead Has Disappeared From the Internet
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 08:16:02 GMT ]
There's plenty of evidence that Radiohead's vanishing act is promotion for a new album.

Bitcoin Inventor 'Satoshi Nakamoto' Finally Revealed
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 10:20:01 GMT ]
For years, news organizations have been investigating who the real founder of bitcoin is, but nobody knew who was behind the cryptocurrency.

Facebook Hit With Lawsuit Over New Stock Plan
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 11:01:07 GMT ]
A Facebook shareholder filed a proposed class action lawsuit on Friday in a bid to stop the company's plan to issue new Class C stock.

Why Companies and the Feds Hack Each Other All the Time
[ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 18:13:00 GMT ]
For no cost, the Department of Homeland Security will test the digital defenses of local, state and federal bodies, as well as private businesses.

Comedian Amy Schumer says she is done with fan selfies - CNET
[ Sun, 01 May 2016 22:45:35 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: After an encounter with a "fan" and a phone on a North Carolina street, the comedian and actress says she's had enough. But has she?

Apple wants you to use your iPhone, love your mom and cry - CNET
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 01:13:40 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: In a special Mother's Day ad, Apple goes for the tear ducts.

'Civil War' just made $200m and Americans haven't even seen it yet - CNET
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 04:42:03 +0000 ]
Even before it opens in US theatres 'Captain America: Civil War' has been making some serious money at the international box office.

Activision teases next Call of Duty game with interactive Facebook Bot - CNET
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 07:27:13 +0000 ]
If you're keen to learn more about the next Call of Duty game then Lieutenant Reyes has some important information to give you -- over Facebook Messenger.

Australian businessman: I'm Satoshi Nakamoto, creator of Bitcoin - CNET
[ Mon, 02 May 2016 11:18:13 +0000 ]
If Chris Wright's attempt to verify his identity as the elusive Bitcoin inventor succeeds, it could demystify the digital currency.

Tinder and Facebook: Too close for comfort?
[ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 07:42:40 EDT ]
New Tinder Social feature allows users to create groups and meet up with other groups. Except in doing so, they're presented with a list of Facebook friends also using the app -- and not everybody is happy about it.

New Horizons team proposes new world to explore
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:28:13 EDT ]
Remember how big a deal the Pluto flyby was? We may get an encore.

Are we finally, really going to Mars?
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:29:18 EDT ]
HASH(0x2c32d08)

Weasel knocks out CERN's particle accelerator
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:54:34 EDT ]
The largest scientific experiment has gone offline because of a foreign intruder.

Sunday, May 1, 2016

China Will Likely Continue to Take a Bite Out of Apple
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:06:00 GMT ]
Apple is coming off a 26 percent sales decline in Greater China, the steepest drop among its regions. More worrisome: The greatest risks lie ahead.

World's Largest Atom Smasher Disabled .... by a Weasel
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:33:00 GMT ]
It's one of the physics world's most complex machines, and it has been immobilized— temporarily— by a weasel.

Startup Wants to Share Your Car With Other Drivers
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:40:00 GMT ]
The founder of car-sharing service Getaround says her startup is leading the way towards a future that's less reliant on owning a car.

Check Out These Techie Gifts for Your Plugged-In Mom
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:01:00 GMT ]
Shopping for a gift for Mother's Day doesn't have to be stressful.

Why Companies and the Feds Hack Each Other All the Time
[ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 18:13:00 GMT ]
For no cost, the Department of Homeland Security will test the digital defenses of local, state and federal bodies, as well as private businesses.

Welcome to Tokyo's Akihabara Electric Town, with the craziest gadget stores you'll ever see - CNET
[ Sun, 01 May 2016 00:48:51 +0000 ]
Once a Mecca of cheap electronics and gadget goodness, Akihabara has become something different, but no less incredible, and is still home to perhaps the largest electronics store in the world.

Apple to examine iPhone of Florida teens lost at sea - CNET
[ Sat, 30 Apr 2016 23:52:09 +0000 ]
The water-damaged phone could hold clues to the fate of the boys, whose families had initially disagreed as to how the device should be dealt with.

Apple insists you're saying its product names all wrong - CNET
[ Sat, 30 Apr 2016 19:35:55 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: In an illuminating Twitter conversation, Apple's Phil Schiller says you should never pluralize Apple product names.

At last! A cat collar that translates meows into human speech - CNET
[ Sat, 30 Apr 2016 20:00:23 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: The Catterbox sounds wonderful. You might ask, however, how the collar knows what the cat is saying.

Inmate posts Facebook selfies from prison van - CNET
[ Sat, 30 Apr 2016 23:45:23 +0000 ]
Technically Incorrect: A West Virginia inmate somehow gets hold of a cell phone and merrily posts away, while in handcuffs. But where did he get the phone?

Tinder and Facebook: Too close for comfort?
[ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 07:42:40 EDT ]
New Tinder Social feature allows users to create groups and meet up with other groups. Except in doing so, they're presented with a list of Facebook friends also using the app -- and not everybody is happy about it.

New Horizons team proposes new world to explore
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:28:13 EDT ]
Remember how big a deal the Pluto flyby was? We may get an encore.

Are we finally, really going to Mars?
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:29:18 EDT ]
HASH(0x238b508)

Weasel knocks out CERN's particle accelerator
[ Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:54:34 EDT ]
The largest scientific experiment has gone offline because of a foreign intruder.