Why Facebook threatens us all[ Wed, 30 May 2012 16:34:03 EDT ]The social network is taking something much more important than money from its nearly one billion members. By sabotaging what it really means to be human, Facebook is stealing the innocence of our inner lives.

Romney app misspells 'America'[ Thu, 31 May 2012 11:46:40 EDT ]It's probably not the kind of thing voters will use to choose the leader of the free world.

Goodbye Google Places, hello Google+[ Wed, 30 May 2012 16:33:24 EDT ]Google Places is gone, replaced by a new feature that combines its Google Plus social site and renowned restaurant reviewers Zagat.

Cook's words hint at Apple's plans[ Thu, 31 May 2012 11:46:29 EDT ]When Apple CEO Tim Cook took the stage at the All Things Digital Conference Tuesday night, he wasn't just answering questions from Walt Mossberg and Kara Swisher — he was also dropping hints about the future of Apple's product roadmap.

What Cook's comments reveal about Apple's future[ Thu, 31 May 2012 11:26:12 EDT ]When Apple CEO Tim Cook took the stage at the All Things Digital Conference Tuesday night, he wasn't just answering questions from Walt Mossberg and Kara Swisher — he was also dropping hints about the future of Apple's product roadmap.

Apple CEO wants to make more products in US[ Wed, 30 May 2012 04:41:13 GMT ]Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook said he would like to see more of the company's products assembled at home than in China and contain more U.S. components such as semiconductors.

'Vampire' plague victim spurs gruesome debate[ Wed, 30 May 2012 15:16:00 GMT ]What may have been an exorcism of a vampire in Venice is now drawing bad blood among scientists arguing over whether gravediggers were attempting to defeat an undead monster.

Apple CEO on friending Facebook, educating Siri and killing Ping[ Wed, 30 May 2012 15:01:38 GMT ]Apple CEO Tim Cook sat down for an in-depth interview during the All Things Digital conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, California on Tuesday. Cook discussed where Apple's been and — more importantly — where it's going.

Was Flame virus that invaded Iran's computer networks made in USA?[ Wed, 30 May 2012 03:40:19 GMT ]As the United Nations and Iran warn that the newly discovered flame computer virus may be the most potent weapon of its kind, U.S. computer security experts tell NBC News that the virus bears the hallmarks of a U.S.

Rocketeers obey NASA's moon rules[ Wed, 30 May 2012 01:58:21 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: Organizers of the $30 million Google Lunar X Prize say their contestants will abide by NASA's appeal to stay away from the Apollo landing sites. Other artifacts might be more accessible, though.

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<a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-33199_7-57443672-221/simple.tv-launches-kickstarter-project-offers-$300-roku-antenna-bundle/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=readMore">[Read more]</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~4/rBpICB2h_Rs" height="1" width="1"/>
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How MIT could help you pour ketchup[ Tue, 29 May 2012 18:25:02 EDT ]The video is as short as it is surprising. A hand tilts a glass bottle containing a red glob of ketchup, which -- instead of oozing out in slow motion or getting stuck -- slides out easily, leaving the bottle nearly spotless.

Why Facebook threatens the human race[ Wed, 30 May 2012 09:15:51 EDT ]The social network is taking something much more important than money from its nearly one billion members. By sabotaging what it really means to be human, Facebook is stealing the innocence of our inner lives.

Apple CEO: 'incredible things' coming[ Wed, 30 May 2012 11:50:40 EDT ]Apple CEO Tim Cook would someday like to see an Apple product manufactured in the United States, he told attendees of a technology gathering Tuesday.

Romney iPhone app misspells 'America'[ Wed, 30 May 2012 11:50:48 EDT ]It's probably not the kind of thing voters will use to choose the leader of the free world.

Apple CEO wants to make a product in the U.S.[ Wed, 30 May 2012 09:42:50 EDT ]Apple CEO Tim Cook would someday like to see an Apple product manufactured in the United States, he told attendees of a technology gathering Tuesday.

Pre-caffeine tech: Internet attacks, Neil Gaiman tattoo! [ Tue, 29 May 2012 13:59:52 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.

Family robbed after teen posts photo of money on Facebook[ Tue, 29 May 2012 14:58:53 GMT ]On Thursday, a teenage girl posted a photo of a "large sum of cash" on Facebook. About seven hours later, two robbers arrived at her family's home. Unsurprisingly, this incident prompted local authorities to issue a warning about the dangers of posting photographs online.

Japanese carrier to sell smartphones with radiation detectors[ Tue, 29 May 2012 10:26:30 GMT ]Mobile phone operator Softbank Corp said on Tuesday it would soon begin selling smartphones with radiation detectors, tapping into concerns that atomic hotspots remain along Japan's eastern coast more than a year after the Fukushima crisis.

Apple announces keynote event for June 11[ Tue, 29 May 2012 15:33:17 GMT ]Apple just confirmed that its keynote event will take place on Monday, June 11, during the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). As usual, expectations are high — the event potentially brings a new product announcement or two.

16-year-old sets off buzz over 325-year-old physics[ Mon, 28 May 2012 16:33:00 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: A research paper that claims to fill in a gap in Isaac Newton's formulas for the physics of falling objects has drawn worldwide attention to a 16-year-old student in Germany, but physicists are reserving judgment until they've seen the proof.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/yQccRl7aOeM/" target="_blank">Microsoft to start selling its products in Iraq</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 29 May 2012 08:23:47 PDT ]</i><BR>The software giant has chosen a Baghdad-based company to act as its official distributor in a country hit by years of war and U.N. sanctions.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/aXc0-0-RLx4/" target="_blank">Maxis 360: Mount your camera magnetically</a><BR><i>[ Tue, 29 May 2012 09:11:37 PDT ]</i><BR>Nifty contraption featured on Kickstarter could come in handy when trying to capture subjects in hard-to-reach places.

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Report: Facebook is making a phone[ Mon, 28 May 2012 12:27:15 EDT ]A week after Facebook's bungled IPO comes fresh news to tantalize, or torment, the company's investors. The social-networking behemoth may be making a phone.

Confessions of an AOL squatter [ Mon, 28 May 2012 17:20:12 EDT ]A Silicon Valley entrepreneur admits illegally working and living on AOL's campus in Palo Alto. KPIX has his story.

'SNN,' YouTube amplify Syria voices[ Mon, 28 May 2012 17:17:02 EDT ]You've heard of CNN, but unless you pay close attention to photo and video credits on news sites, you've probably never heard of the Syrian group SNN.

Samsung Galaxy S III goes on sale[ Tue, 29 May 2012 10:30:09 EDT ]Samsung's new flagship Android smartphone, the Galaxy S3, today becomes available in 28 countries, including several European markets such as Germany and the UK.

Facebook co-founder: I don't resent Zuckerberg[ Tue, 29 May 2012 12:07:50 EDT ]Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, known to many people more as an aggrieved movie character or perceived tax dodger than as an actual person, has finally spoken out.

6 must-have Pinterest boards for parents[ Mon, 28 May 2012 13:26:49 GMT ]Pinterest — say the word, and heads swivel. But my friends who are moms, in particular, are beginning to see the beauty of it all — and I don't blame them. As a parent, I've found Pinterest especially helpful in wading through the wonderful and sometimes overwhelming ideas on the Web.

Powerful "Flame" cyber weapon found in Middle East[ Mon, 28 May 2012 15:45:31 GMT ]Security experts have discovered a new data-stealing virus dubbed Flame they say has lurked inside thousands of computers across the Middle East for as long as five years as part of a sophisticated cyber warfare campaign.

2-minute expert: How to avoid blurry photos[ Sun, 27 May 2012 15:35:05 GMT ]This holiday weekend, you may be traveling to see family, taking a scenic day trip or going to the neighbor's BBQ. All are good photo opportunities — whether with a "real" camera or a cellphone.

Grill science: 5 sizzling tips for a tasty Memorial Day[ Sat, 26 May 2012 18:00:20 GMT ]Pools open and dusty grills come out of hiding this Memorial Day weekend, as we remember fallen war heroes and honor the living. To ensure your Memorial Day cookouts sizzle, rather than fall flat with dry burgers and pouty pals, here are some tips served up with a healthy side of science.

Astronauts to spend Memorial Day unpacking private space capsule[ Sun, 27 May 2012 15:28:51 GMT ]Rather than kick their feet up this Memorial Day weekend, the astronauts aboard the International Space Station will be unloading cargo from the first private spacecraft ever to visit the orbiting lab.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/0LdA5potSvE/" target="_blank">Foxconn reportedly begins pilot production of Apple TV set</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 28 May 2012 07:44:40 PDT ]</i><BR>Chinese news sources report that the iPhone and iPad maker is preparing the production of an Apple-branded a television set.

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<p style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;"> <div style="font-weight:normal;font-size:15px;" style="clear:both;"> <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cnet/tcoc/~3/m3hhrWi4WxM/" target="_blank">Massive targeted cyber-attack in Middle East uncovered</a><BR><i>[ Mon, 28 May 2012 08:42:24 PDT ]</i><BR>Flame, which is designed to steal stored files and information about targeted systems, appears to be state sponsored, Kaspersky Labs says.

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New '3D' way to interact with computers[ Thu, 24 May 2012 10:01:01 EDT ]New motion controlled device changes how people interact with computers. CNN's Anna Coren talks with Leap Motion's CEO.

Ad-skipping DVR raises a ruckus[ Mon, 28 May 2012 12:02:36 EDT ]It turns out that consumers like the idea of watching TV shows with no other ads. And, surprise, the television networks are less than thrilled.

How 'Minecraft' became an Xbox smash[ Mon, 28 May 2012 12:02:21 EDT ]Do gamers prefer to build or destroy? A look at the combat-intensive themes of most top-selling console games would suggest the latter.

Report: Facebook is making a phone[ Mon, 28 May 2012 11:39:28 EDT ]A week after Facebook's bungled IPO comes fresh news to tantalize, or torment, the company's investors. The social-networking behemoth may be making a phone.

Report: Facebook is making a phone[ Mon, 28 May 2012 11:44:39 EDT ]A week after Facebook's bungled IPO comes fresh news to tantalize, or torment, the company's investors. The social-networking behemoth may be making a phone.