The first microcomputers (images)[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 04:00:00 PST ]During a visit to the DigiBarn Computer Museum in Boulder Creek, Calif., CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman gets a look at what may be the world's first complete microcomputer system, as well as the oldest assembled mint-condition Altair 8080.

Day 2 from the CES show floor (photos)[ Sat, 09 Jan 2010 09:49:18 PST ]A few of the sights from the show floor on the second official day of CES in Las Vegas.

More movies, fewer new ones on Netflix[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:43:56 EST ]Netflix subscribers who stream films over the Web will soon be getting access to a greater number of movies from Warner Bros.

Microsoft's hands-free gaming[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:13:24 EST ]By the end of the year, people will be able to buy video games they can control by moving their bodies instead of punching buttons or swinging controllers in the air.

Palm unveils phones that create Wi-Fi hotspots[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:12:09 EST ]Palm on Thursday announced upgraded versions of its Pre and Pixi smartphones that add video recording and the capability to create 3G mobile hotspots for laptops and other mobile devices.

Scientists discover oldest footprints on Earth[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:09:07 EST ]Scientists have found the oldest fossilized footprints made by a four-legged creature forcing a rethink on when fish first crawled out of water and onto land.

Sci-fi writer's estate vs. Nexus One[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:22:17 EST ]Google's new Nexus One phone may be the next big thing. But the family of sci-fi legend Philip K. Dick says the search giant lifted its name from his book, which would become the film "Blade Runner.

Microsoft's Bach on 'coolest technology'[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 05:56:51 EST ]What if technology knew how the human body moved, how the human voice worked, and could react accordingly? Microsoft's Robbie Bach says it's on the way.

What is CES anyway?[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:09:30 EST ]The CES conference in Las Vegas is a technology geek's heaven on earth. But what's the real importance of the annual Super Bowl of gizmos and gadgets?

Revealing Facebook posts promote cancer awareness[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:15:48 EST ]Facebook took a colorful turn this week, when its female users began posting cryptic status updates.

Boxee Box crowned 'Last Gadget Standing' at CES[ Sat, 09 Jan 2010 17:34:42 EST ]The Boxee Box, a cubelike device that shares Internet content with your TV, won the annual "Last Gadget Standing" competition Saturday at the International Consumer Electronics Show.

What is a tablet, anyway?[ Sat, 09 Jan 2010 07:44:53 EST ]For all the buzz about "tablet computers" in recent weeks, one fundamental question about this supposedly break-through computer category remains unanswered: What exactly is a tablet?

Hands on with Google's Nexus One (video)[ Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:12:36 PST ]CNET's Josh Lowensohn walks through some of the key features of Google's new smartphone, made by HTC.

Nexus One: The big reveal (video)[ Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:48:01 PST ]Mario Queiroz, Google's vice president of product management, introduces the Nexus One, which is the company's first foray into direct-to-consumer product sales.

Google's Nexus phone[ Wed, 06 Jan 2010 10:36:26 PST ]Google unveils the Nexus One, ESPEN goes 3D, and a new line of Internet radios can link to your Twitter account.

Navteq laser vision's view of the world (images)[ Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:14:42 PST ]Navteq has begun capturing 3D data of the world using laser technology. Here's what the system sees.

Highlights from the Microsoft keynote[ Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:09:31 PST ]At CES 2010, we take a look at some highlights from the Microsoft keynote.

Floor-cleaning robot gets those tight spots[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST ]Evolution Robotics' Mint robot floor cleaner is a robot duster and mop for hard-surface floors. With its angular shape and sensors, it can get those hard-to-reach edges and corners. It's also one of the more stylish floor cleaners out there. Mint is expected to ship in fall 2010.

Microsoft attempts to out-tablet Apple[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:31:44 PST ]Steve Ballmer announces the HP Slate and gives Project Natal a 2010 release date, we have a ton of smartphone news including the Dell Mini 3, and Tiger Woods will keep on gaming.

Intel touts 3D, apps for Netbooks at CES (photos)[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 19:28:12 PST ]CEO Paul Otellini took the stage Thursday evening to talk about Intel's plans to bring high-tech into the home.

The first microcomputers (images)[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 04:00:00 PST ]During a visit to the DigiBarn Computer Museum in Boulder Creek, Calif., CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman gets a look at what may be the world's first complete microcomputer system, as well as the oldest assembled mint-condition Altair 8080.

Day 2 from the CES show floor (photos)[ Sat, 09 Jan 2010 09:49:18 PST ]A few of the sights from the show floor on the second official day of CES in Las Vegas.

More movies, fewer new ones on Netflix[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:43:56 EST ]Netflix subscribers who stream films over the Web will soon be getting access to a greater number of movies from Warner Bros.

Microsoft's hands-free gaming[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:13:24 EST ]By the end of the year, people will be able to buy video games they can control by moving their bodies instead of punching buttons or swinging controllers in the air.

Palm unveils phones that create Wi-Fi hotspots[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:12:09 EST ]Palm on Thursday announced upgraded versions of its Pre and Pixi smartphones that add video recording and the capability to create 3G mobile hotspots for laptops and other mobile devices.

Scientists discover oldest footprints on Earth[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:09:07 EST ]Scientists have found the oldest fossilized footprints made by a four-legged creature forcing a rethink on when fish first crawled out of water and onto land.

Sci-fi writer's estate vs. Nexus One[ Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:22:17 EST ]Google's new Nexus One phone may be the next big thing. But the family of sci-fi legend Philip K. Dick says the search giant lifted its name from his book, which would become the film "Blade Runner.

Microsoft's Bach on 'coolest technology'[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 05:56:51 EST ]What if technology knew how the human body moved, how the human voice worked, and could react accordingly? Microsoft's Robbie Bach says it's on the way.

What is CES anyway?[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:09:30 EST ]The CES conference in Las Vegas is a technology geek's heaven on earth. But what's the real importance of the annual Super Bowl of gizmos and gadgets?

Revealing Facebook posts promote cancer awareness[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:15:48 EST ]Facebook took a colorful turn this week, when its female users began posting cryptic status updates.

Bold new e-readers grab attention at CES[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:10:49 EST ]The next generation of e-readers include color screens, interactive graphics and magazine-style layouts. They may offer hope to struggling print publishers. The aim: Content that is beautifully rendered and convenient.

What is a tablet, anyway?[ Sat, 09 Jan 2010 07:44:53 EST ]For all the buzz about "tablet computers" in recent weeks, one fundamental question about this supposedly break-through computer category remains unanswered: What exactly is a tablet?

‘Hubble-hugging’ astronaut leaves NASA[ Sat, 9 Jan 2010 01:01:51 GMT ]Astronaut John Grunsfeld, famous for visiting the Hubble Space Telescope three times on space shuttle missions, has left NASA to help lead the observatory's science work.

Arthur C. Clarke's ‘2010’ still beyond reality[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 18:24:09 GMT ]The year 2010 has arrived, but humans have yet to travel out to the gas giants of our solar system as portrayed by Arthur C. Clarke in his book "2010: Odyssey Two" — much less unearth alien artifacts on the moon.

Scientists figure out how ancient art was seen[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 20:46:21 GMT ]Wear patterns on one of the most celebrated mosaics of antiquity have allowed researchers to reconstruct exactly how ancient Romans viewed the artwork.

Fruit flies take hooking up literally[ Sat, 9 Jan 2010 01:14:21 GMT ]Scientists now find that spikes on the genitals of male fruit flies literally help them hold onto females.

Cosmic Log: Astronomy’s next stage[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 23:30:48 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The International Year of Astronomy is ending, but the legacy of the last 12 months of celestial celebration will continue, under night skies and especially on the Internet.

Bra colors sweep Facebook in awareness push[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 21:25:28 GMT ]If you thought there was enough personal information floating around on Facebook, brace yourself.

Car tech romances the screen at CES[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 16:49:36 GMT ]Suddenly car makers and car tech vendors are scrambling to bring the luxuries of smartphones to your dashboard, with big, touchable screens to provide multimedia options and GPS navigation. Some companies have embraced the smartphone itself as a tool to aid your travels. Here are some of the big trends and notable products in car tech at CES 2010.

Carmakers navigate a winding road[ Thu, 7 Jan 2010 23:53:23 GMT ]Ford's prominence kicking off the Consumer Electronics Show reflects the amping up of car innovation at “Silicon Valley speed” while balancing the competing demands of giving drivers the tech they want while keeping their eyes safely on the road.

Tablet fever, at least by manufacturers, for 2010[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 14:12:13 GMT ]There are going to be dozens of computer tablets from which to choose, and those on display at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas represent just the start of the slate onslaught.

Apps call, but will your phone answer?[ Fri, 8 Jan 2010 18:50:36 GMT ]Despite the buzz over powerful new mobile phones and applications, software executives and analysts say incompatible operating systems are the biggest hurdle to turning mobile app development into the cash cow they should and could be.

Are we ready for IBM's Smarter Planet?[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:28:12 PST ]IBM's Smarter Planet is about systems of systems and connecting the dots. We may find these systems beneficial or discomforting, depending on who is using them.

Prototype Motorola tablet runs Android[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:30:00 PST ]At CES in Las Vegas, graphics chipmaker Nvidia shows off a prototype of a Motorola-Verizon tablet that runs Google's mobile operating system.

Firefox for Maemo closing in on final release[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:32:00 PST ]Mozilla has finished its second release candidate for its first mobile Firefox browser. Firefox 1.0 for the Maemo platform can't be far behind.

Has satellite technology located El Dorado?[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:40:00 PST ]Archaeologists using satellite imagery believe they may have found what could be the mythical El Dorado. However, they want Google Earth to offer better coverage.

Snowed in, Brits turn to adultery online[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:37:00 PST ]Snowstorms in Britain seem to have triggered a remarkable upswing in the fortunes of an adultery Web site.

'Bra color' charity campaign blossoms on Facebook[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:44:00 PST ]It's taking over Facebook status messages like few things ever have: female users saying what color bra they're wearing to spread breast cancer awareness.

FCC chairman pushes policy agenda[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:51:00 PST ]Chairman Genachowski uses CES appearance to promote policy objectives like freeing up more wireless spectrum and encouraging competition in TV set-top boxes.

A conversation with Ford CEO Alan Mulally[ Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:24:00 PST ]At CES 2010, Molly Wood interviews Ford CEO Alan Mulally about in-car technology, electric vehicles, flying cars, and the future of American automakers.