10 strange and dangerous uses for lasers[ Thu, 10 May 2012 21:30:26 GMT ]Lasers can be used for all kinds of useful gadgetry. They can also be used for dangerous weapons and bizarre, pointless devices — just like the ones featured in this list. Careful now.

Pebble smartwatch sells out after raising over $10 million on Kickstarter[ Fri, 11 May 2012 15:36:55 GMT ]The Pebble shattered all sorts of records on fundraising site Kickstarter recently, but now the snazzy-looking e-paper smartwatch's makers have declared that it's sold out for the time being. Don't worry though — you'll still have a chance to order a Pebble once it's officially on the market.

Leica's newest full-frame digital first to shoot only black and white[ Thu, 10 May 2012 20:46:15 GMT ]Leica introduced a few cameras today, the most interesting of which has to be the M-Monochrom rangefinder, essentially a black-and-white version of its flagship M9 camera.

12 percent of moms use cellphones during sex[ Thu, 10 May 2012 18:09:07 GMT ]Some moms are more into romancing the phone than romancing their mates: 12 percent use their phones during sex, according to a survey.

Maya discovery marks time beyond 2012[ Thu, 10 May 2012 18:04:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Archaeologists reveal a stunning array of 1,200-year-old Maya paintings and calendar markings that go well beyond the supposed doomsday deadline in 2012.

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No, Abe Lincoln didn't invent Facebook[ Thu, 10 May 2012 05:42:34 EDT ]To quote "The Social Network," if Abraham Lincoln had invented Facebook, he would have invented Facebook.

How the iPhone saved a Corning factory[ Wed, 09 May 2012 13:54:11 EDT ]Steve Jobs' request for tougher glass in the iPhone led Corning to produce Gorilla Glass in an old Kentucky factory.

Own an iPod? Then you're suing Apple [ Fri, 11 May 2012 05:38:20 EDT ]If you're one of the millions who purchased an iPod between September 12, 2006, and March 31, 2009, you might be in for a surprising email from RealNetworks.

Facebook announces 'app center'[ Thu, 10 May 2012 14:42:24 EDT ]Facebook users who haven't yet discovered the joys of FarmVille or plugged in to the sounds of Spotify will be getting an easier way to find apps that run on the site.

Own an iPod? Then you're suing Apple [ Fri, 11 May 2012 05:38:20 EDT ]If you're one of the millions who purchased an iPod between September 12, 2006, and March 31, 2009, you might be in for a surprising email from RealNetworks.

Robots duke it out in death fight for fun, education[ Wed, 9 May 2012 16:31:53 GMT ]Robotics technology has come a long way since "Battlebots," a fact proven by a recent fight to the death between cyber-gladiators built by high school students.

Spotify's new apps can help you find love through music[ Thu, 10 May 2012 15:58:24 GMT ]Spotify launched two new apps on Thursday — Tastebuds and Fellody. Both of these apps will rely on your taste in music to find you romantic or platonic matches.

Bill would make digital snooping by employers illegal[ Wed, 9 May 2012 23:12:33 GMT ]Legislation that would give workers broad protection from prying eyes of employers was introduced in both houses of the U.S. Congress on Wednesday.

Study identifies 4 types of cafe Wi-Fi hogs[ Thu, 10 May 2012 11:57:20 GMT ]It's no surprise to walk into a café and find dozens of people hunched over their laptops, drinks empty, possessions spread liberally about. Many of us have had our share of prolonged coffee shop hangouts, after all. Now researchers at the University of North Carolina have taken a closer look, and identified four different "territorial behaviors" of these Wi-Fi-slurping nomads.

Companies join forces on Liberty launch system[ Thu, 10 May 2012 02:41:39 GMT ]The company that built the space shuttle’s solid rocket boosters says it has developed a complete astronaut transportation system using America’s existing launch facilities.

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Zuckerberg's hoodie bugs Wall Street[ Wed, 09 May 2012 21:08:10 EDT ]Facebook has raked in billions and will make a splash when its stock hits the open market next week. So, what are folks on Wall Street concerned about? Mark Zuckerberg's hoodie.

Social media advice for parents[ Wed, 09 May 2012 15:52:02 EDT ]Maternity-leave laws aside, now is a pretty awesome time to be a new parent.

'Bioshock Infinite' postponed to 2013[ Wed, 09 May 2012 15:52:13 EDT ]What was arguably the most anticipated video game of 2012 just became one of the most anticipated games for 2013.

No, Abe Lincoln didn't invent Facebook[ Thu, 10 May 2012 05:42:34 EDT ]To quote "The Social Network," if Abraham Lincoln had invented Facebook, he would have invented Facebook.

Facebook announces 'app center', paid apps[ Thu, 10 May 2012 11:44:43 EDT ]Facebook users who haven't yet discovered the joys of FarmVille or plugged in to the sounds of Spotify will be getting an easier way to find apps that run on the site.

Over 55,000 Twitter passwords leaked, most of them belonging to spammers[ Wed, 9 May 2012 15:28:18 GMT ]Bad news: Login information for more than 55,000 Twitter accounts was posted by "anonymous hackers" on Tuesday. Good news: Most of the accounts on that list apparently belong to spammers.

What is life? Follow the bits[ Tue, 8 May 2012 22:50:43 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: A pioneer on the frontier of biochemistry proposes a method to tell whether scientists are actually looking at a new form of life: Follow the bits.

A termination-fee warning about discount cellphones[ Tue, 8 May 2012 09:14:44 GMT ]Buying a smart phone from a third-party, discount online retailer might seem like a shrewd move, but a $50 discount could cost you $400 later if something goes wrong.

Twitter protects Occupy protester's privacy[ Tue, 8 May 2012 20:31:34 GMT ]Twitter's legal motion accuses the Manhattan court of asking the company to violate the Fourth Amendment, the Uniform Act and its own Terms of Service.

Artifacts shed light on biblical King David[ Wed, 9 May 2012 03:16:44 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: An archaeological dig near Goliath's biblical hometown has yielded evidence of Judean religious practices 3,000 years ago, pointing up fresh historical connections to the stories of King David and King Solomon.

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Microsoft to offer $99 Xbox-Kinect?[ Thu, 03 May 2012 12:17:28 EDT ]Buying a home video game console may soon become a lot more like buying a cell phone, according to a new report suggesting Microsoft is planning to offer a subsidized, $99 bundle including a 4GB Xbox 360 and Kinect sensor to anyone who commits to two years of a new, $15 monthly online service package.

The rise of 'brogrammer' culture[ Mon, 07 May 2012 07:41:48 EDT ]Some in the tech community complain that the environment at some companies is becoming akin to the worst stereotype of a boozy frat party.

Should you invest in Facebook's IPO?[ Tue, 08 May 2012 11:15:52 EDT ]Facebook could raise up to $13.6B from its initial public offering. Matt McCall & Christine Romans explain how investors can get in on the craze.

Google gets license for driverless car[ Tue, 08 May 2012 11:16:29 EDT ]If you want to salute, race or flirt with the driver of some cars in Nevada, you could soon be out of luck. That is because Nevada is the first state on Monday to approve a license to "autonomous vehicles" -- in other words, cars that cruise, twist and turn without the need for a driver -- on its roads.

Kick a soccer ball, get electricity[ Wed, 09 May 2012 10:00:21 EDT ]'Technovations segment looks at two girls who created a soccer ball that charges a generator when you kick it.

Interpol to crack down on cyber crime[ Tue, 8 May 2012 15:05:57 GMT ]Interpol said Tuesday it is making the war against cyber crime a main priority this year as online fraud crosses borders and increases in scope.

DOJ official: Warrant requirement for GPS data 'cripples' law enforcement[ Mon, 7 May 2012 22:23:52 GMT ]A Justice Department official has said that requiring a warrant to collect mobile phone GPS data would "cripple" prosecutors and law enforcement. The comment reflects growing frustration by officials over lack of access to choice data like location and GPS history.

Pre-caffeine tech: Cellphone scandals, underrated squirrels! [ Tue, 8 May 2012 14:07:50 GMT ]Heads up smartphone shoppers! Consumers who buy from big-name third-party retailers like Target or Radio Shack could end up facing up to $750 if they prematurely cancel service.

When flatulent dinosaurs warmed the earth[ Mon, 7 May 2012 13:51:05 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Scientists say plant-eating dinosaurs could have emitted enough digestive methane to warm Earth's climate 150 million years ago.

A termination-fee warning about discount cellphones[ Tue, 8 May 2012 09:14:44 GMT ]Buying a smart phone from a third-party, discount online retailer might seem like a shrewd move, but a $50 discount could cost you $400 later if something goes wrong.