The political power of Meetup.com[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:08:28 EST ]Eight years ago, the secret weapon of Democrat Howard Dean's upstart campaign for president was a little-known website called Meetup.com, which was launched in 2002 to make it easy for people with a common interest to find each other and arrange to meet, face to face.

It's Nook vs. Kindle: Round II[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:10:33 EST ]The rivalry is so intense that Barnes & Noble actually spoke its competitor's name:

Why can't Americans vote online?[ Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:09:10 EST ]In an era when virtually every daily task can be done on the Internet, why can't we vote online, too?

Video: Grandma's robot: How new tech helps seniors[ Wed, 2 Nov 2011 21:12:50 GMT ]As the over-65 population expands, new gadgets and systems will allow seniors to live at home and receive improved healthcare. From sleep-sensing beds to robots piloted by grandchildren, we look at how "health surveillance" can improve quality of life. (msnbc.com)

Your guide to the asteroid encounter[ Tue, 8 Nov 2011 03:47:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The asteroid 2005 YU55 will pose no threat to Earth when it zooms by, but it will spark a frenzy of picture-taking and online chatting. Here's where to find the good stuff.

Barnes & Noble confirms Nook Tablet for $249[ Mon, 7 Nov 2011 15:25:53 GMT ]Today at a press event in New York, Barnes & Noble confirmed that the follow-up to the Nook Color would be the Nook Tablet. If that sounds familiar, it's because this news was leaked last week. Here are the salient details.

Tablet war 2011: Nook vs. Kindle vs. iPad[ Mon, 7 Nov 2011 18:57:13 GMT ]Barnes & Noble will engage in mighty battle with Amazon and Apple this holiday season, with no other competitor even coming close. When you're shopping for your dream tablet, it's important to keep in mind the strengths and weaknesses of each platform.

Gamers whip up their own scientific 'recipes'[ Mon, 7 Nov 2011 21:10:45 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Researchers report that players of a protein-folding game called Foldit are coming up with molecular "recipes" that rival their own complex algorithms.

Groupon model still faces obstacles to success[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:02:03 PST ]A new study from Forrester Research says the daily deals model is riddled with risks.

Nokia Lumia 800 review: Bold design, blah camera[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:51:32 PST ]Despite the awesome camera specs, the unlocked Nokia Lumia 800's 8-megapixel shooter missed the bullseye.

Apple to train retail managers on 'union awareness' (exclusive)[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:07:48 PST ]Apple tomorrow is holding a training course on "union awareness" for its retail managers, a move that comes some six months after am employee-driven effort to form a union of workers in the company's retail stores.

Zynga said to plan IPO after Thanksgiving, report says[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:21:02 PST ]Social gaming giant Zynga is apparently set to plan its IPO after the Thanksgiving holiday, according to a Bloomberg report.

Wikets: Fastest review site in the West[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:00:00 PST ]Here's a new way to make quick recommendations for the products and services you like. And maybe make a few pennies for doing so.

Why Amazon doesn't scare Apple[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:26:20 EST ]Ever since Amazon unveiled its 7-inch Kindle Fire tablet in September, a lingering phrase has been attached to the low-cost, high-profile device: "the iPad's first true Android competitor."

'Call of Duty' to let gamers cross platforms[ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:51:04 EDT ]The "Call of Duty" franchise is a perennial blockbuster, with more than 65 million units sold so far in the United States and hordes of fans lining up each fall to buy the latest installment of the war-simulation video game.

The political power of Meetup.com[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:08:28 EST ]Eight years ago, the secret weapon of Democrat Howard Dean's upstart campaign for president was a little-known website called Meetup.com, which was launched in 2002 to make it easy for people with a common interest to find each other and arrange to meet, face to face.

Get Firefox 8 now, ahead of official release[ Mon, 7 Nov 2011 16:12:49 GMT ]Fans of Firefox who can't wait for the official release of Firefox 8 can get it now, thanks to maker Mozilla, which is offering previews of the latest update to its browser.

Fun and functional iPad accessories[ Fri, 4 Nov 2011 22:26:18 GMT ]From functional to frivolous, there are a lot of great accessories for Apple’s iPad and iPad 2. Here are some of my favorites.

Video: Grandma's robot: How new tech helps seniors[ Wed, 2 Nov 2011 21:12:50 GMT ]As the over-65 population expands, new gadgets and systems will allow seniors to live at home and receive improved healthcare. From sleep-sensing beds to robots piloted by grandchildren, we look at how "health surveillance" can improve quality of life. (msnbc.com)

White House: No E.T. visits, no UFO cover-up[ Sat, 5 Nov 2011 22:48:56 GMT ]The White House has responded to two petitions asking the U.S. government to acknowledge formally that aliens have visited Earth and to disclose any intentional withholding of government interactions with extraterrestrial beings.

Pre-caffeine tech: Andy Rooney, Doctor Who(s)![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Game sales way up, Wii way down in October--analyst[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:19:43 PST ]Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter says software sales will be up 14 percent when NPD announces October game-industry revenue figures this week.

Kindle Fire vs. Nook Tablet[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:23:46 PST ]We compare the specs and features of the Amazon Kindle Fire tablet and the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet.

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Crave in Comments: From Tweephone to PS Home[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:55:18 PST ]Want some Crave with a side of comments? Take a quick peek at some funny quotes from our community.

Imagining a future with Apple's TV[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:10:53 PST ]Jean-Louis Gassee, general partner of Allegis Capital, a well-known venture-capital firm, has taken a look at what the future of Apple's television plans might be.

Why Amazon doesn't scare Apple[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:26:20 EST ]Ever since Amazon unveiled its 7-inch Kindle Fire tablet in September, a lingering phrase has been attached to the low-cost, high-profile device: "the iPad's first true Android competitor."

'Call of Duty' to let gamers cross platforms[ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:51:04 EDT ]The "Call of Duty" franchise is a perennial blockbuster, with more than 65 million units sold so far in the United States and hordes of fans lining up each fall to buy the latest installment of the war-simulation video game.

The political power of Meetup.com[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:08:28 EST ]Eight years ago, the secret weapon of Democrat Howard Dean's upstart campaign for president was a little-known website called Meetup.com, which was launched in 2002 to make it easy for people with a common interest to find each other and arrange to meet, face to face.

Get Firefox 8 now, ahead of official release[ Mon, 7 Nov 2011 16:12:49 GMT ]Fans of Firefox who can't wait for the official release of Firefox 8 can get it now, thanks to maker Mozilla, which is offering previews of the latest update to its browser.

Fun and functional iPad accessories[ Fri, 4 Nov 2011 22:26:18 GMT ]From functional to frivolous, there are a lot of great accessories for Apple’s iPad and iPad 2. Here are some of my favorites.

Video: Grandma's robot: How new tech helps seniors[ Wed, 2 Nov 2011 21:12:50 GMT ]As the over-65 population expands, new gadgets and systems will allow seniors to live at home and receive improved healthcare. From sleep-sensing beds to robots piloted by grandchildren, we look at how "health surveillance" can improve quality of life. (msnbc.com)

White House: No E.T. visits, no UFO cover-up[ Sat, 5 Nov 2011 22:48:56 GMT ]The White House has responded to two petitions asking the U.S. government to acknowledge formally that aliens have visited Earth and to disclose any intentional withholding of government interactions with extraterrestrial beings.

Pre-caffeine tech: Andy Rooney, Doctor Who(s)![ Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:20:24 GMT ]A collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.

Nook Tablet: Hands on with Barnes & Noble's Fire-eater[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:55:00 PST ]Barnes & Noble answers the Kindle Fire with the Nook Tablet--a 7-inch $249 tablet that one-ups Amazon's model on some key specs.

Barnes & Noble introduces Nook Tablet (live blog)[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:06:00 PST ]Will the new Nooks keep pace with Amazon and the Kindle? We'll find out this morning. CNET will bring you the news as it happens.

Game sales way up, Wii way down in October--analyst[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:19:43 PST ]Wedbush analyst Michael Pachter says software sales will be up 14 percent when NPD announces October game-industry revenue figures this week.

Kindle Fire vs. Nook Tablet[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:23:46 PST ]We compare the specs and features of the Amazon Kindle Fire tablet and the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet.

Windows Phone president sees steady ramp up in marketing[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:31:15 PST ]Learning from the previous year's campaign, Microsoft is planning a stronger marketing effort that will lean on more partners.

Why Amazon doesn't scare Apple[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:26:20 EST ]Ever since Amazon unveiled its 7-inch Kindle Fire tablet in September, a lingering phrase has been attached to the low-cost, high-profile device: "the iPad's first true Android competitor."

'Call of Duty' to let gamers cross platforms[ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:51:04 EDT ]The "Call of Duty" franchise is a perennial blockbuster, with more than 65 million units sold so far in the United States and hordes of fans lining up each fall to buy the latest installment of the war-simulation video game.

The political power of Meetup.com[ Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:08:28 EST ]Eight years ago, the secret weapon of Democrat Howard Dean's upstart campaign for president was a little-known website called Meetup.com, which was launched in 2002 to make it easy for people with a common interest to find each other and arrange to meet, face to face.

The devil's in the details of a Giotto fresco[ Sun, 6 Nov 2011 20:24:18 GMT ]Art restorers have discovered the figure of a devil hidden in the clouds of one of the most famous frescos by Giotto in the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi.

Video: If Batman was a gamer he'd use this Batarang[ Fri, 4 Nov 2011 23:27:26 GMT ]The Batman gets his very own controller with a few extra features you might not expect. In-Game's Todd Kenreck reports. (In-Game)

10 gadgets to help parents raise a nerd[ Thu, 3 Nov 2011 18:32:21 GMT ]Your little one will need some help on the road to nerdiness: Might we suggest a Nintendo controller teething toy, an At-AT stroller or a Star Trek feeding system for starters?

Israeli websites down in 'technical malfunction'[ Sun, 6 Nov 2011 19:47:51 GMT ]Many of Israel's official websites have gone down in what the government says is a broad technical malfunction.

White House: No E.T. visits, no UFO cover-up[ Sat, 5 Nov 2011 22:48:56 GMT ]The White House has responded to two petitions asking the U.S. government to acknowledge formally that aliens have visited Earth and to disclose any intentional withholding of government interactions with extraterrestrial beings.

Motorola working on Android-based TV controller?[ Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:19:45 PST ]Purportedly leaked photos show a 6-inch touch-screen tablet codenamed Corvair running Google's Gingerbread OS.

PC forecast cut in wake of HDD shortage: analyst[ Sun, 06 Nov 2011 15:15:34 PST ]The shortage of hard disk drives will have a significant impact on the growth of PCs in the fourth quarter, according to Barclays Capital.

Google patent lawyer says system is broken[ Sun, 06 Nov 2011 18:38:26 PST ]Tim Porter tell the San Francisco Chronicle that the current system is stifling innovation and needs repair.