AT&T's 4G network is faster than Verizon's[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:53:39 EST ]AT&T joins the LTE market and challenges Verizon by providing significantly improved download speeds over 3G.

Behind the 'Star Wars: Old Republic' game saga[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:44:43 EST ]This week, Bioware released "Star Wars: The Old Republic," the latest and most ambitious product of a so-far decade-long partnership with LucasArts. In this sprawling, much-anticipated computer game, millions of Jedi Knights, bounty hunters and other familiar warriors can roam and battle on their home planets, and then hop in spaceships to travel the galaxy.

'Zelda' games to focus on realistic sword fighting[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:34:06 EST ]Video gamers who want to train for the next "Legend of Zelda" may want to enroll in fencing classes.

Keepers of the Internet face greatest challenge[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:28:06 EST ]The Internet doesn't have a flag or a national anthem, but it does have a government.

Top 10 video games of 2011[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:36:12 EST ]"Portal 2" ranked No. 2 on the list of top 10 video games this year -- check out which other games joined the list.

Earth has two 'moons' right now, theorists say[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 23:08:37 GMT ]Earth has two moons, a group of scientists argues. One is that waxing and waning nightlight we all know and love. The other is a tiny asteroid, no bigger than a Smart Car, making huge doughnuts around Earth for a while before it zips off into the distance.

Samsung disappoints 10 million Android customers[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 22:01:33 GMT ]Today Samsung announced that its line of Galaxy S phones, one of the most popular Android phone models of 2010, will not get Google's latest version of Android, Ice Cream Sandwich.

Holiday goodies from deep space[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:38:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Space scientists have dropped off some last-minute presents for Christmas: stunning pictures from deep space, many of which have a holiday theme.

A feat of strength: Festivus thrives online[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:05:12 GMT ]When "Seinfeld" first introduced "Festivus" to mainstream America in 1997, the show's writers probably had no idea that 14 years later not only would it still be celebrated every Dec.

Holiday calendar: North Pole revealed[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 22:42:50 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Thoughts are turning to Santa Claus and his North Pole operation, and a picture from NASA's Terra satellite puts the pole front and center.

2012 Toyota Prius v: Bigger is better[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PST ]Although not as big as a full-size minivan, the new Prius v feels substantially more spacious than its hatchback predecessor. Fuel economy is somewhat reduced, but is still excellent.

Geek Christmas trees spread nerdy cheer[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:01:00 PST ]Geeks know how to celebrate the holidays. Ogle a collection of tech-y and nerd-y Christmas trees with tentacles, power supplies, USB drives, and "Star Trek" ornaments.

A place for everything: How to manage your photos[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:59:58 PST ]It really doesn't take a lot of work to keep your photos organized, just a little commitment.

'Star Trek' mailbox glows at night[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:06:22 PST ]A DIY "Star Trek" mailbox boldly sits near the street and collects deliveries. The NCC-USPS includes a solar panel for potential journeys through the dark of space.

Google's holiday doodle serenades with 'Jingle Bells'[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:12:13 PST ]The latest holiday-themed doodle ditches last year's abstraction in favor of simple iconography including snowflakes and Santa, putting together a familiar jingle with glowing lights.

AT&T's 4G network is faster than Verizon's[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:53:39 EST ]AT&T joins the LTE market and challenges Verizon by providing significantly improved download speeds over 3G.

Behind the 'Star Wars: Old Republic' game saga[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:44:43 EST ]This week, Bioware released "Star Wars: The Old Republic," the latest and most ambitious product of a so-far decade-long partnership with LucasArts. In this sprawling, much-anticipated computer game, millions of Jedi Knights, bounty hunters and other familiar warriors can roam and battle on their home planets, and then hop in spaceships to travel the galaxy.

'Zelda' games to focus on realistic sword fighting[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:34:06 EST ]Video gamers who want to train for the next "Legend of Zelda" may want to enroll in fencing classes.

Keepers of the Internet face greatest challenge[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:28:06 EST ]The Internet doesn't have a flag or a national anthem, but it does have a government.

Top 10 video games of 2011[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:36:12 EST ]"Portal 2" ranked No. 2 on the list of top 10 video games this year -- check out which other games joined the list.

Russian communications satellite falls after launch[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:05:59 GMT ]A Russian communications satellite fell to the ground on Friday soon after it was launched, adding to a string of disasters that have haunted the country's space industry, Russian news agencies reported on Friday, quoting military sources.

3 astronauts arrive at space station for the holidays[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:53:32 GMT ]Three astronauts arrived today (Dec. 23) at the International Space Station just in time for a zero gravity holiday party as they begin a five-month stay in orbit.

The nerdiest Christmas trees ever[ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:11:29 GMT ]Tannenbaums of yore can move over, with the arrival of 10 nerd-tastic holiday trees themed around Godzilla, Mario, Darth Vader, LEGO and more.

Was Shroud created in a flash? Claims rise again[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:39:20 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Italian researchers resurrect the idea that the Shroud of Turin's mysterious image could only have been created by a powerful flash — but skeptics still aren't buying it.

Holiday goodies from deep space[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:38:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Space scientists have dropped off some last-minute presents for Christmas: stunning pictures from deep space, many of which have a holiday theme.

AT&T gets feds' OK to buy Qualcomm spectrum[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:42:34 PST ]The $1.9 billion deal will deliver some much-needed spectrum to AT&T as it builds out its 4G LTE offerings and to stay competitive with chief rival Verizon Wireless.

Storage talk of 2011: Apple takes control[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:00:00 PST ]CNET editor Dong Ngo's take on how Apple manages to rule the world of computer storage in 2011.

Space post office postmarks letters from orbit[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:00:00 PST ]China's new Space Post Office offers a direct digital link to the postal beyond.

Last-minute gift: A $50 iTunes gift card for $40[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:01:00 PST ]No shipping, no sales tax, just an electronically delivered great deal. Plus: a 46-inch HDTV for under $400!

Republic Wireless now unlimited--for real![ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:47:29 PST ]The upstart wireless provider now offers unlimited calling and data for just $19 per month--no strings attached. Best smartphone deal ever?

The 10 biggest stories of 2011 in mobile tech[ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:11:34 EST ]For Americans who own cell phones or other mobile devices, 2011 ushered in a whirlwind of news.

AT&T's 4G network is faster than Verizon's[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:53:39 EST ]AT&T joins the LTE market and challenges Verizon by providing significantly improved download speeds over 3G.

Behind the 'Star Wars: Old Republic' game saga[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:44:43 EST ]This week, Bioware released "Star Wars: The Old Republic," the latest and most ambitious product of a so-far decade-long partnership with LucasArts. In this sprawling, much-anticipated computer game, millions of Jedi Knights, bounty hunters and other familiar warriors can roam and battle on their home planets, and then hop in spaceships to travel the galaxy.

Keepers of the Internet face greatest challenge[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:28:06 EST ]The Internet doesn't have a flag or a national anthem, but it does have a government.

Top 10 video games of 2011[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:32:49 EST ]"Portal 2" ranked No. 2 on the list of top 10 video games this year -- check out which other games joined the list.

Russian communications satellite falls after launch[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:05:59 GMT ]A Russian communications satellite fell to the ground on Friday soon after it was launched, adding to a string of disasters that have haunted the country's space industry, Russian news agencies reported on Friday, quoting military sources.

3 astronauts arrive at space station for the holidays[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:53:32 GMT ]Three astronauts arrived today (Dec. 23) at the International Space Station just in time for a zero gravity holiday party as they begin a five-month stay in orbit.

The nerdiest Christmas trees ever[ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:11:29 GMT ]Tannenbaums of yore can move over, with the arrival of 10 nerd-tastic holiday trees themed around Godzilla, Mario, Darth Vader, LEGO and more.

Was Shroud created in a flash? Claims rise again[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:39:20 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Italian researchers resurrect the idea that the Shroud of Turin's mysterious image could only have been created by a powerful flash — but skeptics still aren't buying it.

Holiday goodies from deep space[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:38:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Space scientists have dropped off some last-minute presents for Christmas: stunning pictures from deep space, many of which have a holiday theme.

AT&T gets feds' OK to buy Qualcomm spectrum[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:42:34 PST ]The $1.9 billion deal will deliver some much-needed spectrum to AT&T as it builds out its 4G LTE offerings and to stay competitive with chief rival Verizon Wireless.

Storage talk of 2011: Apple takes control[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:00:00 PST ]CNET editor Dong Ngo's take on how Apple manages to rule the world of computer storage in 2011.

Space post office postmarks letters from orbit[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:00:00 PST ]China's new Space Post Office offers a direct digital link to the postal beyond.

Last-minute gift: A $50 iTunes gift card for $40[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:01:00 PST ]No shipping, no sales tax, just an electronically delivered great deal. Plus: a 46-inch HDTV for under $400!

Republic Wireless now unlimited--for real![ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:47:29 PST ]The upstart wireless provider now offers unlimited calling and data for just $19 per month--no strings attached. Best smartphone deal ever?

The 10 biggest stories of 2011 in mobile tech[ Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:11:34 EST ]For Americans who own cell phones or other mobile devices, 2011 ushered in a whirlwind of news.

AT&T's 4G network is faster than Verizon's[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:53:39 EST ]AT&T joins the LTE market and challenges Verizon by providing significantly improved download speeds over 3G.

Behind the 'Star Wars: Old Republic' game saga[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:44:43 EST ]This week, Bioware released "Star Wars: The Old Republic," the latest and most ambitious product of a so-far decade-long partnership with LucasArts. In this sprawling, much-anticipated computer game, millions of Jedi Knights, bounty hunters and other familiar warriors can roam and battle on their home planets, and then hop in spaceships to travel the galaxy.

Keepers of the Internet face greatest challenge[ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:28:06 EST ]The Internet doesn't have a flag or a national anthem, but it does have a government.

Top 10 video games of 2011[ Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:32:49 EST ]"Portal 2" ranked No. 2 on the list of top 10 video games this year -- check out which other games joined the list.