Pre-caffeine: Facebook phones, Voldemort cats[ Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:43:12 GMT ]The latest news on smart phone wars, Twitter trends, Internet culture and more.

Carriers try outflanking app stores with WAC[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:38:09 PST ]Mobile operators and some handset makers launch the Wholesale Applications Community, an attempt to bypass Google and Apple with cross-platform Web apps.

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Robot Babies[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:00:45 PST ]The State Department readies new Internet freedom policies, the FAA may lift the ban on cell phones during air travel, and Japanese researchers are working on robot babies.

Report: NFL tweaks EA deal over possible lockout[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:16:05 PST ]Concerns that an owner-player dispute may nix the 2011-2012 pro football season lead the NFL and EA to restructure their deal over the famed Madden franchise.

Microsoft's ecosystem is a tough sell to Verizon[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:20:33 PST ]An executive from the largest U.S. wireless operator is skeptical about Microsoft's chances of becoming the "third" major player in the mobile OS wars, even with its latest partnership with Nokia.

Rihanna's online 'palindrome'[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:29:44 EST ]The Grammys weren't the only place fans were watching Rihanna this weekend.

3G or 4G, wireless networks still slow[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:59:46 EST ]If you've followed broadband discussions in Washington, DC, then you've heard that wireless is the future of communications.

iPhone 5 rumor round-up: A bigger screen?[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:58:04 EST ]The word on the street tonight is that Apple is toying with the idea of a much larger screen for the iPhone 5.

Computer ties human on 'Jeopardy!'[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:40:28 EST ]The computers haven't proven to be our trivia overlords just yet.

HTC unveils phones with Facebook button[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:30:30 GMT ]Taiwanese smart phone maker HTC unveiled two social networking phone models, with a focus on Facebook access, and introduced its first tablet computer to a crowded marketplace.

Cosmic Log: Romance amid the stars[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:10:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Those Valentine's Day "name-a-star" offers may be bogus, but there are some true love stories behind the names of some celestial objects.

Man and machine tied in 'Jeopardy' TV match[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:33:17 GMT ]In the "Jeopardy" battle of man vs. machine, man and machine were neck-and-neck on Monday.

Android and iPhone: It's a two-horse race[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:48:41 GMT ]It's official — there are only two mobile operating systems that matter right now. Even though their competitors are trumpeting enthusiastic comeback strategies, the big money is on Apple's iOS and Google's Android, the Mac and PC of the 21st century.

Pre-caffeine: Facebook phones, Voldemort cats[ Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:43:12 GMT ]The latest news on smart phone wars, Twitter trends, Internet culture and more.

Carriers try outflanking app stores with WAC[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:38:09 PST ]Mobile operators and some handset makers launch the Wholesale Applications Community, an attempt to bypass Google and Apple with cross-platform Web apps.

<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-13506_3-20031953-17.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-20" target="_blank">Blu-ray film comes with Android-friendly option</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:51:17 PST ]</i><BR>Today's disc release of the action-thriller "Unstoppable" marks

the first time a Blu-ray Digital Copy can be played on an Android device.
</div>
<span style="float:left;position:absolute;"></span>
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Robot Babies[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:00:45 PST ]The State Department readies new Internet freedom policies, the FAA may lift the ban on cell phones during air travel, and Japanese researchers are working on robot babies.

Report: NFL tweaks EA deal over possible lockout[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:16:05 PST ]Concerns that an owner-player dispute may nix the 2011-2012 pro football season lead the NFL and EA to restructure their deal over the famed Madden franchise.

Microsoft's ecosystem is a tough sell to Verizon[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:20:33 PST ]An executive from the largest U.S. wireless operator is skeptical about Microsoft's chances of becoming the "third" major player in the mobile OS wars, even with its latest partnership with Nokia.

Rihanna's online 'palindrome'[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:29:44 EST ]The Grammys weren't the only place fans were watching Rihanna this weekend.

3G or 4G, wireless networks still slow[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:59:46 EST ]If you've followed broadband discussions in Washington, DC, then you've heard that wireless is the future of communications.

iPhone 5 rumor round-up: A bigger screen?[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:58:04 EST ]The word on the street tonight is that Apple is toying with the idea of a much larger screen for the iPhone 5.

Computer ties human on 'Jeopardy!'[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:40:28 EST ]The computers haven't proven to be our trivia overlords just yet.

Look your sexiest for Valentine's Day video chat[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 18:27:03 GMT ]Not together for Valentine’s Day? Looking to Skype with a loved one stationed overseas or perhaps in another city? Here are some tips to help you look your best on that special day.

Very last-minute Valentine's Day gifts[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:15:00 GMT ]Holy cow! It’s Valentine’s Day and you haven’t bought your gift yet! Don't worry, from an easy-to-put-together collage photo frame to personal music stations or even coupons (for the practical type), you've still got time (but hurry).

Madness through a looking glass[ Fri, 11 Feb 2011 23:54:14 GMT ]"Alice: Madness Returns" is the long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed and cult classic "American McGee's Alice" and it's another dark descent into Wonderland.

How the Internet brought down a dictator[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:14:52 GMT ]It's indisputable that the Internet and social media played a pivotal role in Egypt. In fact, the revolution may not have happened without them.

Cosmic Log: Romance amid the stars[ Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:10:08 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Those Valentine's Day "name-a-star" offers may be bogus, but there are some true love stories behind the names of some celestial objects.

First Intel-branded 3G, LTE chips debut[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:25:24 PST ]Chip giant debuts its first 3G and 4G chips at the Mobile World Conference, giving new meaning to its tagline "Intel Inside."

NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory turns 1 (photos)[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:29:57 PST ]As it marks its first year in space, the spacecraft keeps sending back stunning, detailed images in an effort to better understand the sun's influence on Earth.

An iPhone with slide-out keyboard?[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:47:25 PST ]A Taiwanese site that's had its share of legit Apple product leaks says Apple is deciding among three iPhone 5 prototypes for the final product to be shipped this year. One of them is an iPhone with a slide-out keyboard.

NASA 2012 budget reflects 'tough choices,' uncertain outlook[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:15:53 PST ]NASA's 2012 budget request, reflecting the Obama administration's proposal to freeze spending at 2010 levels for the next five years, prioritizes support for commercial manned spacecraft, deep space missions.

Report: Next iPhone to feature larger screen[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 20:20:04 PST ]Fifth-generation smartphone will feature a 4-inch screen, according to a report that cites component suppliers.

Power station to double as laser-firing ski slope[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:14:36 EST ]Waste-burning power stations rarely pass for stylish weekend resorts. But in an industrial town on the fringes of Copenhagen, an old incendiary plant is set for a seductive alpine makeover.

iReporters not wowed by Verizon iPhone[ Fri, 11 Feb 2011 18:54:04 EST ]Every release of a major new Apple product, be it due to clever company buzz-building, fierce customer loyalty or a combination of the two, tends to prompt a certain level of hysterics.

Sony Ericsson unveils PlayStation smartphone[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 09:44:18 EST ]Sony Ericsson announced Sunday it will launch its highly anticipated PlayStation smartphone in March.

Rihanna's online 'palindrome'[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:29:44 EST ]The Grammys weren't the only place fans were watching Rihanna this weekend.

More clues point to iPhone nano debut[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:32:26 EST ]Is there a smaller, cheaper version of the iPhone on the way? Rumors abound, but now the Wall Street Journal has found "people familiar with the matter" who have actually laid hands and eyes upon it:

Madness through a looking glass[ Fri, 11 Feb 2011 23:54:14 GMT ]"Alice: Madness Returns" is the long-awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed and cult classic "American McGee's Alice" and it's another dark descent into Wonderland.

Map your Valentine on Google[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 15:21:05 GMT ]Did you forget to get your special someone a Valentine's Day gift? Scrambling to find anything worth salvaging in picked over chocolate gift packages and not quite willing to shell out the bucks for some nice jewelry? Never fear, Google is here. Create an interactive card specific to a special place for the two of you.

Very last-minute Valentine's Day gifts[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:15:00 GMT ]Holy cow! It’s Valentine’s Day and you haven’t bought your gift yet! Don't worry, from an easy-to-put-together collage photo frame to personal music stations or even coupons (for the practical type), you've still got time (but hurry).

How the Internet brought down a dictator[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:14:52 GMT ]On Jan. 27, just before the Egyptian government turned off the Internet for all Egyptians, Facebook saw six times more traffic than Google inside the country. Then came the outage. Then came the protests. Two weeks later, and with relatively little bloodshed, the 30-year government of Hosni Mubarak ended. It's indisputable that the Internet and social media played a pivotal role. In fact, the revolution may not have happened without them.

Pre-caffeine tech: Tiny iPhones, YouTube fun![ Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:43:12 GMT ]The latest news on smart phones, Facebook, Egypt and more.

Watson wants to be your Valentine's Day date[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 07:54:22 PST ]Groupon gets in trouble for an alleged V-Day bouquet scam, Sony makes the PlayStation phone official, and the IBM computer Watson takes on Jeopardy's best, which could make for an interesting V-Day date!

Some LED lights spark concern over toxins[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:13:37 PST ]LEDs found in cars and Christmas tree lights use hazardous materials, a study reports. Large home LEDs in general do not contain the same toxins, but recycling is recommended.

Zynga's valuation to exceed $7 billion?[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:14:39 PST ]The social-gaming company might soon raise approximately $250 million in funding. If it hits that mark, it could be valued at $7 billion to $9 billion, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Bing continues to grab more searches[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:21:51 PST ]Google still commands the search engine market with more than 65 percent of all searches, but Bing continues to inch up, winning a 13 percent share in January, says ComScore.

Intel unveils MeeGo tablet interface[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:59:52 PST ]At Mobile World Congress, company also addresses Nokia's withdrawal from the long-term development of MeeGo for mobile phones.

Power station to double as laser-firing ski slope[ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 11:14:36 EST ]Waste-burning power stations rarely pass for stylish weekend resorts. But in an industrial town on the fringes of Copenhagen, an old incendiary plant is set for a seductive alpine makeover.