'StarCraft' phenomenon gets new life[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:41:56 GMT ]"StarCraft" isn't just a game ... it's a worldwide phenomenon. But will the long-awaited sequel — "StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty" — be able to live up to its predecessor?

Tales for your summer science odysseys[ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 01:11:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Books about scientific subjects let you travel through space and time … which is the perfect prescription for summer reading.

Cosmic Log: Bright stars burn out fast[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:40:54 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: "Live fast, die young" may sound like a life lesson, but it’s actually an astronomical observation, borne out by a spectacular image of a hot young star.

Android users gobble more data than iPhone users[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:45:12 GMT ]Verizon's new Android owners are using far more data than AT&T's iPhone users, says a new study. But both populations look like megabyte junkies compared to BlackBerry owners.

Amazon unveils new Kindle, starting at $139[ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:33:18 GMT ]Just weeks after lowering the price of the Kindle e-book reader from $259 to $189, Amazon unveiled a fully revamped Kindle on Wednesday. It's sleeker, better looking, easier on the eyes — and starts at $139.

Nvidia warns of second-quarter revenue shortfall[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:13:14 PDT ]Graphics chip supplier pares back revenue predictions, blaming increased memory costs and economic weakness in Europe and China.

Amazon unveils new generation of Kindles[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:04:10 PDT ]The online retailer will ship a smaller, lighter $189 Kindle with new features on August 27. A Wi-Fi-only version will cost only $139.

Security researcher demonstrates ATM hacking[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:04:35 PDT ]IOActive's Barnaby Jack reveals at Black Hat how he found ways to remotely log into ATMs without a password and force them to spit out cash.

Black Hat shines light on security (roundup)[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:42:00 PDT ]Las Vegas is the setting this week for two of the most popular annual security events. First comes Black Hat for the professional crowd, followed by the more antic Defcon gathering.

Expert: Critical system flaws a 'ticking time bomb'[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:46:37 PDT ]Combining legacy SCADA systems that have their own weaknesses with Internet technologies is a dangerous mix for protecting systems that provide energy, water and other basic needs, Black Hat presenter says.

Hey, news media: Video games aren't bad for kids[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:54:36 EDT ]History has a funny way of repeating itself, especially when it comes to concerns over the cultural and psychological impact of video games on children.

'World's oldest Twitter user' dead at 104[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:46 EDT ]From the two-story care home where she lived in the northern English city of Bradford, 104-year-old Ivy Bean would tell her nearly 57,000 Twitter followers around the world what she got up to each day -- from eating fish and chips to sitting in the garden.

Angry 'Winnebago Man' a hit on web, in film[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:04:58 EDT ]It's hard to remember, but viral videos actually existed before YouTube.

'StarCraft II' lives up to 11 years of hype[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:48:02 EDT ]Few games live up to 11 years of anticipation, but "StarCraft II's" slick upgrades mean the sequel's got a shot.

People sue Apple over 'overheating' iPads[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:47:21 EDT ]Three iPad users claim that because the iPad will shut itself off after remaining in direct sunlight for long enough, it fails to meet the promises Apple made about using the device as an e-book reader.

The best back-to-school laptops at every price[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:33:18 GMT ]The perfect school notebook should have strong specs that won't render it obsolete by sophomore year, as well as a body that can stand up to those daily dashes across campus. Here are the five best bets.

The best back-to-school laptops at every price[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:33:18 GMT ]The perfect school notebook should have strong specs that won't render it obsolete by sophomore year, as well as a body that can stand up to those daily dashes across campus. Here are the five best bets.

Why Apple's Magic Trackpad won't kill the mouse[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:53:13 GMT ]Four reasons why Apple's new multi-touch Magic Trackpad won't take the place of the mouse for everyone just yet.

Why Apple's Magic Trackpad won't kill the mouse[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:53:13 GMT ]Four reasons why Apple's new multi-touch Magic Trackpad won't take the place of the mouse for everyone just yet.

FBI says mastermind of botnet nabbed[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:08:07 GMT ]The FBI says international law enforcement authorities have arrested the computer hacker responsible for creating the malicious computer code that infected about 12 million computers and invaded major corporations worldwide.

FBI says mastermind of botnet nabbed[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:08:07 GMT ]The FBI says international law enforcement authorities have arrested the computer hacker responsible for creating the malicious computer code that infected about 12 million computers and invaded major corporations worldwide.

'StarCraft' phenomenon gets new life[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:41:56 GMT ]"StarCraft" isn't just a game ... it's a worldwide phenomenon. But will the long-awaited sequel — "StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty" — be able to live up to its predecessor?

'StarCraft' phenomenon gets new life[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:41:56 GMT ]"StarCraft" isn't just a game ... it's a worldwide phenomenon. But will the long-awaited sequel — "StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty" — be able to live up to its predecessor?

Cosmic Log: Ancient legal code uncovered[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:13 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Israeli archaeologists say they’ve found a 3,700-year-old clay tablet that appears to bear laws likened to the Code of Hammurabi as well as the biblical “tooth for a tooth” rule.

Cosmic Log: Ancient legal code uncovered[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:13 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Israeli archaeologists say they’ve found a 3,700-year-old clay tablet that appears to bear laws likened to the Code of Hammurabi as well as the biblical “tooth for a tooth” rule.

U.K.: Privacy abuse unlikely in Google Street View flap[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:21:00 PDT ]Information Commissioner's Office finds no "meaningful personal details" in the data collected in the Street View snapshots of Wi-Fi networks.

Apple releases Safari Extensions Gallery[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:19:12 PDT ]The company updates its Safari Web browser, offering users a gallery with extensions from the likes of Amazon, Bing, MLB.com, and Twitter.

Apple releases Safari Extensions Gallery[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:19:12 PDT ]The company updates its Safari Web browser, offering users a gallery with extensions from the likes of Amazon, Bing, MLB.com, and Twitter.

Sprint sees sales slip as subscribers rise[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:52:45 PDT ]Wireless carrier continues to struggle financially but sees welcome improvement in subscriber growth, thanks in part to demand for the new HTC Evo 4G smartphone.

U.K.: Privacy abuse unlikely in Google Street View flap[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:21:00 PDT ]Information Commissioner's Office finds no "meaningful personal details" in the data collected in the Street View snapshots of Wi-Fi networks.

Sprint sees sales slip as subscribers rise[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:52:45 PDT ]Wireless carrier continues to struggle financially but sees welcome improvement in subscriber growth, thanks in part to demand for the new HTC Evo 4G smartphone.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 7/28: What is this?[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 7/28: What is this?[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:00:00 PDT ]If you know what this is and where it's located, you could win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day challenge.

Google and gaming[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:36:07 PDT ]GameStop acquires the social-gaming site Kongregate, Amazon can suggest gift ideas for your Facebook friends, and Google may be working on a social network for gaming.

Google and gaming[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:36:07 PDT ]GameStop acquires the social-gaming site Kongregate, Amazon can suggest gift ideas for your Facebook friends, and Google may be working on a social network for gaming.

'World's oldest Twitter user' dead at 104[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:46 EDT ]From the two-story care home where she lived in the northern English city of Bradford, 104-year-old Ivy Bean would tell her nearly 57,000 Twitter followers around the world what she got up to each day -- from eating fish and chips to sitting in the garden.

Cell phones save babies in Rwanda[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:46:46 EDT ]The Rwandan government is giving out hundreds of cell phones in an attempt to save pregnant women and babies.

Cell phones save babies in Rwanda[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:46:46 EDT ]The Rwandan government is giving out hundreds of cell phones in an attempt to save pregnant women and babies.

Three e-mail blunders to avoid[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:47:11 EDT ]Composing an e-mail is kind of like making out: Everyone assumes they know what they're doing, but in reality plenty of people could use some pointers.

Three e-mail blunders to avoid[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:47:11 EDT ]Composing an e-mail is kind of like making out: Everyone assumes they know what they're doing, but in reality plenty of people could use some pointers.

'World's oldest Twitter user' dead at 104[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:42:46 EDT ]From the two-story care home where she lived in the northern English city of Bradford, 104-year-old Ivy Bean would tell her nearly 57,000 Twitter followers around the world what she got up to each day -- from eating fish and chips to sitting in the garden.

Why some people 'jailbreak' their iPhones[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:03:32 EDT ]Despite how shady and against the rules it sounds, "jailbreaking" mobile phones is now legal in the United States, according to a new government ruling.

Why some people 'jailbreak' their iPhones[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:03:32 EDT ]Despite how shady and against the rules it sounds, "jailbreaking" mobile phones is now legal in the United States, according to a new government ruling.

Vengeful online sex ads take growing toll[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:14:06 GMT ]When personal spats end up with one party posting sexually provocative ads on such services as Craigslist, it can be difficult to get protection or justice.

FBI says mastermind of botnet nabbed[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 02:08:07 GMT ]The FBI says international law enforcement authorities have arrested the computer hacker responsible for creating the malicious computer code that infected about 12 million computers and invaded major corporations worldwide.

Titanic expedition will create 3-D map of wreck[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:12:47 GMT ]Scientists will launch an expedition to the Titanic next month to assess the deteriorating condition of the world's most famous shipwreck and create a detailed 3-D map that will "virtually raise the Titanic" for the public.

'StarCraft' phenomenon gets new life[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:41:56 GMT ]"StarCraft" isn't just a game ... it's a worldwide phenomenon. But will the long-awaited sequel — "StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty" — be able to live up to its predecessor?

Michael Jackson's estate upset by moonwalking zombie[ Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:11:47 GMT ]Bye bye Michael Jackson zombie. Hello … disco zombie? After a protest from the singer's estate, PopCap games has removed a zombie that resembles the King of Pop from its hit game 'Plants vs Zombies.'

Tabs get tweaked in Firefox 4 beta 2[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:34:00 PDT ]Firefox 4 beta 2 continues Mozilla's push to release new features and under-the-hood improvements to beta testers faster.

Store music in Google Docs, play it on your iPhone[ Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:44:12 PDT ]A new app called Cloud Music uses Google Docs to offer a quick-and-dirty music locker service, but it can't compare with full-fledged music lockers like MP3Tunes.