iPhone 4S discounted to $148 at Walmart[ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:58:25 GMT ]Given that Apple is expected to announce the next-generation iPhone on Sept. 12, it's no surprise that retailers are slashing prices on the current model. You can now snag a 16 GB iPhone 4S for just $148 at Walmart.

'Lolz,' 'tweeps' and 'photobomb' make it into the dictionary[ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:16:28 GMT ]Authorities on the English language — the folks behind the Oxford Dictionaries Online, to be specific — have once again acknowledged the significance of words we'd invented during late night online chat sessions.

Watch Curiosity fall to Mars ... in HD![ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 23:20:47 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: A visual-effects specialist has assembled the high-resolution imagery showing the Curiosity rover's descent to Mars into a video that's as slick as his highlights reel.

Pre-caffeine tech: Oxford updates, iPhone deals! [ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:29:54 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Authorities on the English language — the folks behind the Oxford Dictionaries Online, to be specific — have once again acknowledged the significance of words we'd invented during late night online chat sessions.

Mars rover on the move at Bradbury Landing[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 21:08:12 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: NASA's Curiosity rover has successfully made its first drive on Mars, at a spot that's been named Bradbury Landing in honor of the late sci-fi great.

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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/KtsK7gQ3FSM/" target="_blank">Apple files for new patents on Thunderbolt, iSight</a><BR><i>[ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:59:48 PDT ]</i><BR>The company is looking to get its hands on a host of patents related to Thunderbolt usage and its iSight camera.

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Watching 3-D movies without glasses?[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:02:18 EDT ]Watching 3-D movies generally means suffering through two things: crappy plotlines that favor spectacle over substance and the need to wear some annoying, dorky glasses. Scientists may have solved one of these frustrations. (You might be able to guess which.)

Backers raise cash for Tesla museum[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:01:32 EDT ]At the dawn of the 20th century, Nicola Tesla wanted to save the world from fuel dependency. Now, an Internet cartoonist wants to save Tesla's last remaining laboratory as a tribute to the futurist inventor.

New app tells you when political ads lie[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:42:53 EDT ]What if every political ad came with a "truthiness" disclaimer?

5 texts you should never send[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:48:00 EDT ]We're texting more than ever, and, like society, the texts themselves are getting worse and worse.

Twitter won't play nice with Tumblr[ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 11:16:26 EDT ]Perhaps the blog VentureBeat put it best: "Twitter appears to have a problem sharing friends."

Where's Curiosity going? Arm points the way[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 23:40:25 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: The robotic arm on NASA's Curiosity rover appears to point to its destination on Mars in a new mosaic assembled from navigation-camera imagery.

Pre-caffeine tech: Apple rumors, Facebook flops! [ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 13:33:17 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.

T-mobile gets throttle-free unlimited data plans Sept. 5[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:31:10 GMT ]"Unlimited" data plans always seem to have a catch, be it hidden limits, speed throttling or a combination of the two. But T-Mobile's offering what appear to be a truly unlimited data plan to its customers, starting on Sept. 5. So what is the catch?

Martian mega-rover wiggles its wheels[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 20:49:19 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: NASA's Curiosity rover has wiggled its wheels to warm up for its first honest-to-goodness drive, just hours from now.

Next space tourist: Singer Sarah Brightman?[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:16:42 GMT ]British singer Sarah Brightman may be the next paying passenger to ride a Russian rocket to the International Space Station, sources familiar with the negotiations said Wednesday.

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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/~3/09mkH5bH94w/" target="_blank">Three sites seized after pirating Android apps, DOJ says</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 08:34:22 PDT ]</i><BR>The government agency says the sites were allowing users to illegally download copyrighted Android applications.

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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/VyFjfZ581Xc/" target="_blank">U.S. Cellular adds Samsung Metrix 4G to smartphone roster</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 08:41:43 PDT ]</i><BR>Available immediately, the handset is priced lower for those who live in 4G markets.

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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/vt7ICkJAVGY/" target="_blank">AT&T defends FaceTime restrictions amid sharp criticism</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:07:40 PDT ]</i><BR>Consumer advocates have accused AT&T of violating FCC rules by requiring Apple FaceTime users to subscribe to the carrier's Mobile Share plans. In a blog post, AT&T defends its position.

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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/MUAgrqdNOmo/" target="_blank">Archos announces Gen10 XS tablet line</a><BR><i>[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:15:00 PDT ]</i><BR>The 101 XS is the first in a new line of Archos Android tablets. It'll be followed by two others later in 2012.

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Watching 3-D movies without glasses?[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:02:18 EDT ]Watching 3-D movies generally means suffering through two things: crappy plotlines that favor spectacle over substance and the need to wear some annoying, dorky glasses. Scientists may have solved one of these frustrations. (You might be able to guess which.)

Backers raise cash for Tesla museum[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:01:32 EDT ]At the dawn of the 20th century, Nicola Tesla wanted to save the world from fuel dependency. Now, an Internet cartoonist wants to save Tesla's last remaining laboratory as a tribute to the futurist inventor.

New app tells you when political ads lie[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:42:53 EDT ]What if every political ad came with a "truthiness" disclaimer?

5 texts you should never send[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:48:00 EDT ]We're texting more than ever, and, like society, the texts themselves are getting worse and worse.

New app tells you when political ads lie[ Wed, 22 Aug 2012 11:42:53 EDT ]What if every political ad came with a "truthiness" disclaimer?

AT&T OKs FaceTime over cellular with share plan[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:00:21 GMT ]AT&T will let its iPhone customers use FaceTime over its cellular network, but there's a catch: Customers will have to sign up for one of the carrier's new mobile share data plans, which could wind up costing more.

'iPhone 5' parody video mocks users' biggest obsession[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:34:01 GMT ]iPhone users and foodies are both well accustomed to being the butts of parody videos. Now there's a clip for both, one that'll tickle fanboys, haters and anyone who's ever snapped a photo of their food — or rolled their eyes at someone who did.

Mars Curiosity rover flexes arm for first time[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 02:10:40 GMT ]NASA's Mars rover Curiosity flexed its long robotic arm for the first time on the Red Planet on Monday, passing a critical health check with flying colors, mission managers say.

Pre-caffeine tech: Facebook meat, "Avengers" bloopers! [ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:46:30 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.v Mark Zuckerberg’s year-long personal challenge — to eat only the meat that he kills — is over, the world was casually reminded via the Facebook CEO’s iGrill app.

Cast a vote for your favorite robots[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 01:13:33 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's blog: For the past nine years, the Robot Hall of Fame has relied solely on expert judges to dole out its honors — but this time, the people will get their say.

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5 games to watch from Gamescom[ Fri, 17 Aug 2012 18:06:37 EDT ]Hundreds of videogames are being unveiled during the annual Gamescon festival in Cologne, Germany, but we take a look at five in particular that should be popular with diehard players.

What's next for Rich Kids of Instagram?[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:38:46 EDT ]They have money, youth, ample amounts of free time and now a bit of fame. So what's next for the much maligned people featured on the hit site Rich Kids of Instagram? Some are grounded from over-sharing on the Internet, others embarrassed by the attention and some might be heading for TV.

Republicans becoming more tech-savvy[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:42:37 EDT ]Everyday Americans now have the power to advise congressmen and influence legislation through Project Madison, a new online platform that implements public suggestions on pending laws.

McDonald's testing mobile payment app[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:38:25 EDT ]McDonald's customers in Paris can now pay for their food using their smartphones or tablets -- a concept that could spread to the company's 33,500 locations worldwide if the fast-food leader likes the results.

Backers raise cash online for Tesla museum[ Tue, 21 Aug 2012 11:25:39 EDT ]At the dawn of the 20th century, Nicola Tesla wanted to save the world from fuel dependency. Now, an Internet cartoonist wants to save Tesla's last remaining laboratory as a tribute to the futurist inventor.

How your phone's screen shatters[ Sun, 19 Aug 2012 17:34:56 GMT ]You’ll know when it’s over. Upon impact, a small amount of elastic energy is converted into acoustic energy — that resounding indication of breaking glass. But the majority of the elastic energy stored in the glass will be converted into two — or more — surface energies. A crack. You've just smashed your phone's screen.

Spacewalkers take on fix-up tasks after delay[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:13:50 GMT ]A suspected leaky valve on the International Space Station stalled the start of a spacewalk by Russian cosmonauts for nearly an hour on Monday, forcing them to wait in bulky spacesuits until it was deemed safe to venture outside.

iPhone app tries to rid world of cheesy photo filters[ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:18:40 GMT ]Many of us have a love-hate affair with apps like Instagram. A couple of photo filters can make a lousy image look interesting — but do we really want all our digital memories to be saved in shades of sepia?

Pre-caffeine tech: Tossing phones, shaming dogs![ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:46:20 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.v A U.S.

Curiosity shoots Martian rock with laser[ Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:21:37 GMT ]NASA's Curiosity rover has zapped its first Martian rock, aiming its laser for the sake of science.