Usefulness of robotic X-37B space plane questioned[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:00:49 GMT ]New observations of the Air Force's secretive unmanned X-37B space plane have put the spacecraft's classified mission back in the limelight. Some experts have already gone on record questioning whether a robotic space plane is even needed.

Game away those holiday pounds[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:00:15 GMT ]Feeling the weight of those holiday pounds? If pumping iron at the gym isn't exactly your speed, consider turning on a video game console to burn away the calories instead.

WikiLeaks says it's under powerful cyberattack[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 15:24:45 GMT ]The WikiLeaks website says it's under a forceful Internet-based attack, and the site is inaccessible to users in U.S. and Europe.

Phone buyer beware: 4G may not be for you[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 12:58:33 GMT ]One day, we'll all have phones that pull data from networks that are labeled "4G." But right now, there are plenty of reasons you may want to avoid it.

Pre-caffeine: Cyberstalkers and Death Star ornaments[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:46:05 GMT ]The latest news on Internet trolls, Google vs. Facebook and Sci Fi for the holidays.

Mobile game revenue to top $11 billion by 2015[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:41:55 PST ]Mobile games are becoming an important revenue source for companies. By 2015, Juniper predicts, they will be even bigger with $11 billion in annual revenue.

A do-not-track-me browser[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:07:31 PST ]Panasonic is in testing stages for its Jungle portable gaming system, News Corp. is considering selling off MySpace, and Mozilla is working on a do-not-track feature for Firefox.

Can an iPad replace a laptop on a business trip?[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:10:56 PST ]A recent trip to Asia offered a good opportunity to explore whether I could realistically leave my laptop at home. The results were mixed.

Google still pitching Google TV to networks[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:44:16 PST ]A Disney exec says talks with Google about the software platform continue but she's careful to say that they are not negotiations.

Report: Panasonic testing gaming handheld in U.S.[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:44:28 PST ]Panasonic's upcoming Jungle gaming handheld apparently has started testing with consumers in the United States, Bloomberg reports.

Website kickstarts fantasy film[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 17:16:15 EST ]Christopher Salmon just wanted to make an animated film from a short story he loved.

Is 'Gran Turismo 5' too real?[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:16:35 EST ]There was an old cassette commercial that asked the question, "Is it live or is it Memorex?"

Xbox Kinect sells 2.5M units, looks like a hit[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 08:02:50 EST ]Microsoft has now sold 2.5 million units of the Xbox Kinect in less than a month.

Facebook co-founder launches social network Jumo[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:41:15 EST ]Today, users can start connecting with all their favorite social causes in one online sphere, as Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes has launched his much-buzzed-about social network, Jumo.

Helen Mirren given a king's ransom to get (Wii) fit[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 18:48:35 GMT ]Oscar-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren has been paid a king's ransom to appear in a new advertisement for Nintendo's "Wii Fit Plus" game.

'Patriotic' hacker claims credit for WikiLeaks attack[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 18:12:10 GMT ]Yesterday, WikiLeaks blamed "unknown hackers" for the DDoS. "Jester," in fact, is well known within the IT security community.

Vote for your favorite geeky gift[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:27:12 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: How about a digital spoon, or a fractal construction set? Pick out your favorite gewgaw with a geeky angle and help someone win a holiday goodie bag.

Cosmic Log: Virtual actor takes over in 'Tron'[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:35:46 GMT ]Cosmic Log: Actor Jeff Bridges goes digital as his younger self in "Tron: Legacy" — and the computerized performance worked so well that Bridges might let virtual actors do all his acting.

Great tech gifts under $50[ Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:32:30 GMT ]Looking for great tech gifts that won't cost you a bundle? With these innovative options for under $50, from iPhone-friendly gloves to tiny travel speakers, you'll be all set.

'Fit-to-Flow' fluid connector: Medicine's USB[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:09:44 PST ]Biomedical engineers at UC Davis unveil a plug-in interface they compare to USB to connect microfluidics to electronic devices for biological and chemical testing on the go.

Level 3 takes spat with Comcast public[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:10:00 PST ]Level 3 has accused Comcast of forcing it into a deal that violates the FCC's Net neutrality principles as the companies renegotiate a network peering relationship.

Seagate to remain a public company after all[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:37:42 PST ]After announcing its intentions to seek a sale to a private equity firm in October, Seagate decides against it. Instead the hard-drive maker will buy back $2 billion worth of its stock.

Nissan Leaf named 2011 European Car of the Year[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 17:20:36 PST ]Nissan today announced the all-electric Nissan Leaf has been named 2011 European Car of the Year.

Now playing in iOS Game Center: Your real name[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 17:48:31 PST ]A quiet change to the terms of service to Apple's iOS feature that links up iPhone game players means that when adding or accepting friends, they get to see the real you.

WikiLeaks under attack, it says, as new leak looms[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:23:12 EST ]The whistleblower website WikiLeaks is under cyber attack, but even if it goes down, a new cache of leaked U.S. diplomatic cables will still be published Sunday night, it said via Twitter Sunday.

5 tips for holiday electronics shopping[ Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:57:20 EST ]Prices on consumer electronics products can be pretty recession-blind. The iPad -- a hot tablet computer on the wish lists of 6- to 12-year-olds -- starts at $500 and climbs to $830. Microsoft's no-controller gaming system, Kinect, another hot item, runs $300 to $400 when you include the Xbox 360.

Why 'Cyber Monday' is mostly myth[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 11:22:40 EST ]Five years ago, Shop.org published a press release:

Website kickstarts fantasy film, iPod wristwatch[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:39:06 EST ]Christopher Salmon just wanted to make an animated film from a short story he loved.

Comcast Internet outage hits eastern U.S.[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:04:13 GMT ]A failure of Comcast's Internet services hit a wide swath of the eastern U.S. on Sunday, and the company said the issue was a problem with its DNS servers.

Happy about getting laid off? Don't tell Facebook[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:16:40 GMT ]Sometimes, oversharing on Facebook can lead to some serious consequences — like getting fired. UK bank worker Kate Furlong found out firsthand after bragging about the severance check she was going to get for being laid off.

Slideshow: The Month in Space[ Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:13:59 GMT ]See the turning stars, glorious galaxies and other outer-space highlights from November 2010.

Great green tech gifts for everyone[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 12:48:25 GMT ]Gadgets that create no waste and are powered by entirely good intentions may remain wishful thinking, but innovative electronics makers are exploring renewable energy, recycled materials. and energy-saving features. Whether your budget is high or low, these eco-savvy tech toys are made to please tech enthusiasts who want cleaner, greener gadgets.

Pre-caffeine tech: Everybody's shopping online![ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:46:05 GMT ]The latest news on Cyber Monday, online shopping, gift lists and more.

Wikileaks removed from Aussie blacklist[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:37:38 PST ]Australian Communications and Media Authority says probe into specific complaints failed to turn up prohibited content on the controversial Wikileaks site.

Clearwire extends 4G rollout to five more markets[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:00:03 PST ]Company has added 4G service to additional markets, including Los Angeles, Miami, and Cincinnati. It now provides high-speed service to 68 markets.

George Bush to field questions on Facebook Live[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:21:22 PST ]Former President George W. Bush will be on Facebook Live this afternoon to talk about his new book and answer questions from Facebook users. The event starts at 2 p.m. PT.

With Groupon, Google could go beyond engineers[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:34:08 PST ]Google is said to be seriously interested in buying e-commerce site Groupon, or has already bought it depending on who you believe. Groupon is already making money on its own--but it may want to sell because it can't keep that up indefinitely.

Is Microsoft preparing to compete with Netflix[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:50:30 PST ]A wire service reported that Microsoft is in early talks to license network TV content.

WikiLeaks under attack, it says, as new leak looms[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:23:12 EST ]The whistleblower website WikiLeaks is under cyber attack, but even if it goes down, a new cache of leaked U.S. diplomatic cables will still be published Sunday night, it said via Twitter Sunday.

The 'Facebook killer' won't look like Facebook[ Fri, 26 Nov 2010 09:28:43 EST ]In the spring of this year, the "Facebook alternative" Diaspora achieved extensive media coverage -- including an article in the New York Times -- and raised tens of thousands of dollars in funding from online donors.

5 tips for holiday electronics shopping[ Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:57:20 EST ]Prices on consumer electronics products can be pretty recession-blind. The iPad -- a hot tablet computer on the wish lists of 6- to 12-year-olds -- starts at $500 and climbs to $830. Microsoft's no-controller gaming system, Kinect, another hot item, runs $300 to $400 when you include the Xbox 360.

George W. Bush to be on Facebook Live[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:40:57 EST ]Former U.S. President George W. Bush's book tour will stop at Facebook's headquarters in Palo Alto, California, on Monday, with the social networking site announcing a "Facebook Live" event for 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT.

Why 'Cyber Monday' is mostly myth[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 09:30:36 EST ]Five years ago, Shop.org published a press release:

Comcast Internet outage hits eastern U.S.[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:04:13 GMT ]A failure of Comcast's Internet services hit a wide swath of the eastern U.S. on Sunday, and the company said the issue was a problem with its DNS servers.

Happy about getting laid off? Don't tell Facebook[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 16:16:40 GMT ]Sometimes, oversharing on Facebook can lead to some serious consequences — like getting fired. UK bank worker Kate Furlong found out firsthand after bragging about the severance check she was going to get for being laid off.

Slideshow: The Month in Space[ Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:13:59 GMT ]See the turning stars, glorious galaxies and other outer-space highlights from November 2010.

Great green tech gifts for everyone[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 12:48:25 GMT ]Gadgets that create no waste and are powered by entirely good intentions may remain wishful thinking, but innovative electronics makers are exploring renewable energy, recycled materials. and energy-saving features. Whether your budget is high or low, these eco-savvy tech toys are made to please tech enthusiasts who want cleaner, greener gadgets.

Pre-caffeine tech: Everybody's shopping online![ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:46:05 GMT ]The latest news on Cyber Monday, online shopping, gift lists and more.

Cyber Monday, a massive marketing scam[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:37:38 PST ]Angry Birds will soon unwrap a Christmas theme, a French channel launches 3D pornography on demand, and why Cyber Monday is just another chance for marketers to push deals up your nose.

Wikileaks removed from Aussie blacklist[ Mon, 29 Nov 2010 07:37:38 PST ]Australian Communications and Media Authority says probe into specific complaints failed to turn up prohibited content on the controversial Wikileaks site.