'Borderlands 2' is coming to Pandora ... and Earth[ Wed, 3 Aug 2011 14:42:47 GMT ]The folks at Gearbox Software have revealed that they are hard at work on a sequel to the hit gun-and-loot-filled game "Borderlands." They say the forthcoming game will feature new characters, new weapons and an ambitious new story.

Chainsaw-wielding cheerleader to school zombie horde[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 17:00:58 GMT ]"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" fans listen up. There's a new cheerleader in high school and she's ready to take on the undead. Renowned game designer Suda51 and Hollywood director James Gunn are working on a new video game called "Lollipop Chainsaw" and that means you can forget the pompoms.

Software traces faces through time[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 22:16:32 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Leave it to the computer scientists to create a way to blend years' worth of pictures into smooth time-lapse animations. Next up: 3-D avatars.

2012 Watch: 'Death Star' debunked[ Wed, 3 Aug 2011 00:57:21 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Newly published research says there's no basis for believing that an unseen companion to our sun, known as Nemesis or the "Death Star," has caused waves of mass extinctions.

Pre-caffeine tech: Malware! Fax machines! Hippos![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]The latest news on Twitter, hack attacks, Internet culture and more.

Comcast gets boost from NBC Universal[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:10:56 PDT ]Comcast's NBC Universal division helped boost profits, and the company held its own against phone company competitors as it added more broadband subscribers and lost fewer TV customers.

Nintendo apologizes to early adopters for 3DS price cut[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:14:53 PDT ]Satoru Iwata says Nintendo was forced to drop the price of the 3DS in order to help the platform "gain popularity."

Cloud Engines recalls Pogoplug Video devices[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:16:45 PDT ]Product safety officials warn that about 11,000 of Cloud Engines' Pogoplug Video media streaming boxes could possibly overheat or catch fire.

Google offers workshops to lure Android developers[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:17:16 PDT ]The search giant is holding a series of developer workshops throughout the rest of the year, specifically geared toward optimizing apps for Android tablets.

Philips brings home 'L Prize' with efficient LED lamp[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:34:10 PDT ]Philips' 60-watt equivalent LED bulb, expected in stores next year, wins the L Prize for the most energy-efficient and long-lasting lighting product.

Wireless contracts yield better customer service[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:04:30 EDT ]Few people would say they actually enjoy contacting their wireless carrier for customer service. But if you have a contract for your cell phone, you'll probably get slightly better service, according to a new survey from J.D. Power and Associates.

Facebook allows unborn child as family[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:55:37 EDT ]Facebook is now letting parents-to-be list their unborn children on their personal profiles.

Meet Dark Tangent, the hacker behind DEF CON[ Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:19:49 EDT ]The word "hacker" evokes all kinds of scary images.

'Invisibility' cloak renders objects hidden to eye[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 19:28:13 GMT ]Researchers have constructed an invisibility cloak capable of hiding a tiny object by altering the behavior of the light that hits it. This is the first invisibility cloak made out of sophisticated, artificial materials called metamaterials that work with the full spectrum of light visible to the human eye.

Baby's first year: The shot list[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:53:18 GMT ]The first year of your baby’s life is filled with so many don’t-miss photos. So follow these tips for making the most of the memories and moments you'll want to remember and you'll have everything you need to make that baby's first year photo book.

The Dark Side tempts in 'Star Wars' game[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 19:35:48 GMT ]If you're one of the many people waiting to get your hands on "Star Wars: The Old Republic," the folks at BioWare have released a lengthy new video to further tempt you. And speaking of temptions, the preview offers a peek at some of the difficult Dark Side/Light Side choices the game will ask players to make.

Dating site thinks it knows better than you[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 16:20:44 GMT ]Anyone whose been set up on a blind date with someone described as "perfect for you!" by a close friend or other sort of amateur matchmaker — only to spend an awkward couple of hours in the sixth through ninth circle of dating hell— will be instantly enraged to hear about the latest from Match.com.

Software traces faces through time[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 22:16:32 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Leave it to the computer scientists to create a way to blend years' worth of pictures into smooth time-lapse animations. Next up: 3-D avatars.

The science of ocean rescue and rehab (photos)[ Sat, 30 Jul 2011 06:00:00 PDT ]In a decommissioned Nike missile site just outside San Francisco, the Marine Mammal Center conducts research, treats animals, and dispenses biological info.

Porsche's Exclusive customization shop[ Sun, 31 Jul 2011 04:00:00 PDT ]Road Trip 2011: Anyone who buys a Porsche can choose to have just about anything on the car customized--unless it's unsafe. CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman took a look at some of the ways new owners have their vehicles outfitted.

Adobe shows off Edge HTML5 tool[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:20:11 PDT ]Vimeo launches a new Pro service for $199 a year that offers a large amount of video storage and streams, Logitech drops the price of its Google TV-powered Revue to $99, and Adobe releases a preview of a new HTML5 design tool called Edge.

CNET Road Trip tours Europe[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:45:28 PDT ]CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman travels to Europe for his annual Road Trip adventure. This year, he'll check out the coolest technology, aviation, and cyber-sights the Old World has to offer.

iCloud gets tested and priced[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:21:21 PDT ]Skype releases and then pulls its iPad app, Microsoft stops publishing the locations of millions of mobile and Wi-Fi devices, and Apple opens up iCloud.com for testing and reveals pricing for extra storage.

Wireless contracts yield better customer service[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:04:30 EDT ]Few people would say they actually enjoy contacting their wireless carrier for customer service. But if you have a contract for your cell phone, you'll probably get slightly better service, according to a new survey from J.D. Power and Associates.

Facebook allows unborn child as family[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:55:37 EDT ]Facebook is now letting parents-to-be list their unborn children on their personal profiles.

Skype now available for the iPad[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:41:34 EDT ]After a false start late Monday, Skype has officially landed on the iPad.

Alleged LulzSec hacker released on bail[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:29:10 GMT ]A teenager believed to be a leading member of the Anonymous and LulzSec online activist groups appeared in a London court Monday charged with hacking offenses including an attack on Britain's Serious Organized Crime Agency.

Sites that help you get the best deal on a new car[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 11:52:07 GMT ]Car shopping websites now let you get detailed guidance on what you should spend for a vehicle and remain in complete control of the whole negotiation process. And you don't even need to set foot in a showroom until you're ready for a test drive.

Baby's first year: The shot list[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:53:18 GMT ]The first year of your baby’s life is filled with so many don’t-miss photos. So follow these tips for making the most of the memories and moments you'll want to remember and you'll have everything you need to make that baby's first year photo book.

Top back-to-school notebooks to fit your budget[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:53:40 GMT ]While tablets are all the rage, students looking for a physical keyboard, gobs of storage and enough processing muscle for serious multitasking should still make a laptop their primary computing device. But which is the right notebook for your budget?

Pre-caffeine tech: Skype Mystery! Sad Hipster![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]The latest news on missing iPad apps, Facebook scams, Internet culture and more.

PC chip shipments flat, but sales up[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:32:25 PDT ]Global shipments of PC microprocessors in the second quarter were about flat compared with a year ago, though sales rose more than 5 percent, says IDC.

Android Trojan records your phone conversations[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:40:25 PDT ]The malware is launched after a user tries to place a call. The conversation is stored in the .amr file format, research at CA say.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 8/2: What is this?[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]If you know what today's picture is, you could be eligible to win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day contest.

Analyst: iPhone 5 could double Apple's market share[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:13:48 PDT ]A small survey of mobile phone owners by Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster shows pent-up demand for the iPhone 5 and the potential for the upcoming new phone to double the iPhone's market share.

Man arrested in News of the World phone-hacking scandal[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:12:44 PDT ]A 71-year-old man has been arrested by the U.K. Metropolitan Police, but so far, his identity has not been revealed.

Airbnb apologizes: 'We really screwed things up'[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:35:27 EDT ]It's a hot trend for bargain-minded travelers looking for a place to stay: Bypass expensive hotels and just rent from a local with room to spare at your destination with the help of services like Airbnb.com.

Wireless contracts yield better customer service[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:04:30 EDT ]Few people would say they actually enjoy contacting their wireless carrier for customer service. But if you have a contract for your cell phone, you'll probably get slightly better service, according to a new survey from J.D. Power and Associates.

iCloud.com goes live, price plans revealed[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:48:06 EDT ]Apple's iCloud.com website has gone live, allowing developers to test out the online version of MobileMe's replacement.

Alleged LulzSec hacker released on bail[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:29:10 GMT ]A teenager believed to be a leading member of the Anonymous and LulzSec online activist groups appeared in a London court Monday charged with hacking offenses including an attack on Britain's Serious Organized Crime Agency.

Sites that help you get the best deal on a new car[ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 11:52:07 GMT ]Car shopping websites now let you get detailed guidance on what you should spend for a vehicle and remain in complete control of the whole negotiation process. And you don't even need to set foot in a showroom until you're ready for a test drive.

Baby's first year: The shot list[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:53:18 GMT ]The first year of your baby’s life is filled with so many don’t-miss photos. So follow these tips for making the most of the memories and moments you'll want to remember and you'll have everything you need to make that baby's first year photo book.

Top back-to-school notebooks to fit your budget[ Tue, 2 Aug 2011 11:53:40 GMT ]While tablets are all the rage, students looking for a physical keyboard, gobs of storage and enough processing muscle for serious multitasking should still make a laptop their primary computing device. But which is the right notebook for your budget?

Pre-caffeine tech: Skype Mystery! Sad Hipster![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]The latest news on missing iPad apps, Facebook scams, Internet culture and more.

PC chip shipments flat, but sales up[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:32:25 PDT ]Global shipments of PC microprocessors in the second quarter were about flat compared with a year ago, though sales rose more than 5 percent, says IDC.

Android Trojan records your phone conversations[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 06:40:25 PDT ]The malware is launched after a user tries to place a call. The conversation is stored in the .amr file format, research at CA say.

Road Trip Pic of the Day, 8/2: What is this?[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:00 PDT ]If you know what today's picture is, you could be eligible to win a prize in the CNET Road Trip Picture of the Day contest.

Analyst: iPhone 5 could double Apple's market share[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:13:48 PDT ]A small survey of mobile phone owners by Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster shows pent-up demand for the iPhone 5 and the potential for the upcoming new phone to double the iPhone's market share.

Man arrested in News of the World phone-hacking scandal[ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:12:44 PDT ]A 71-year-old man has been arrested by the U.K. Metropolitan Police, but so far his identity has not been revealed.

Airbnb apologizes: 'We really screwed things up'[ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:35:27 EDT ]It's a hot trend for bargain-minded travelers looking for a place to stay: Bypass expensive hotels and just rent from a local with room to spare at your destination with the help of services like Airbnb.com.