Pew study: Parents of teens online worry about ads, strangers[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:04:04 GMT ]Pew Internet Project surveys parents to find out what concerns them most about their children being online and using social networks. Advertisers top their list. [Read more]

Microsoft reveals early mockups of Windows 8 UI from 2010[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:17:32 GMT ]A recent demo of Windows 8 by a Microsoft designer shows mockups for the OS as it was initially envisioned in 2010. [Read more]

Unlocked Galaxy S3 Mini arrives at Amazon[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:18:54 GMT ]The recently announced Samsung smartphone quietly sneaks into the U.S. via the online retailer. [Read more]

Yahoo considers $20 million TVGuide.com buy, report says[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:38:49 GMT ]The company isn't close to making a final offer, but is currently thinking about it. [Read more]

Obama may have discussed MegaUpload with New Zealand PM[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:01:24 GMT ]There are conflicting reports about whether New Zealand's prime minister chatted privately with President Barack Obama about the MegaUpload case. [Read more]

Nintendo Wii U review[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:44:13 EST ]There's a theory about Nintendo that goes something like this: Nintendo has the best IP in video gaming, the characters with the highest Q score. Mario, Wario, Zelda, Kirby, Metroid, Donkey Kong, Pokémon, you name it. Add up all the Mario-themed games alone and you've got the bestselling video game franchise of all time.

Anonymous declares 'cyberwar' [ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:45:13 EST ]In the digital age, war isn't contained to the ground.

Google error cancels December[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:44:32 EST ]Is Google in a hurry to get 2012 over with?

Why Facebook's about to slow down[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:44:41 EST ]Bad news: Your Facebook page is likely about to slow down. Good news: The change will help keep online thieves away.

Anonymous declares 'cyberwar' on Israel[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:43:38 EST ]In the digital age, war isn't contained to the ground.

Profound or just profane? Site tracks Twitter's 'WTF Level'[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:55:22 GMT ]The DEFCON system used by the United States monitors the cumulative severity of national security threats. In the social media world, the significantly less serious equivalent is the WTF Level meter.

Carbon lightens Earth's iron core[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:35:18 GMT ]A tiny fraction of carbon helps account for the oddly light density of Earth's iron core, a new computer simulation finds.

Space station astronauts land in Kazakhstan[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:01:38 GMT ]Three astronauts touched down in the dark, chilly expanses of central Kazakhstan onboard a Soyuz capsule Monday after a 125-day stay at the International Space Station.

Pre-caffeine: 'Fifth Element' dog play, more![ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:34:13 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Just as we share our personal thoughts about movies, politics, fashion and relationships on Facebook, when it comes to holiday times, we're all about the special day — and the food that comes with it.

The Nintendo Wii U is awesome, but not for long[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 18:20:38 GMT ]The Nintendo Wii U is a great device now, but it might not hold up over time. NBCNews.com's Todd Kenreck reviews the device.

Samsung launches Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE model[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:58:51 GMT ]Equipped with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the new LTE-enabled tablet has made its debut in Korea. [Read more]

Apple's OS X 10.9 said to sport Siri, homegrown maps[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:18:50 GMT ]A new report claims Apple's next OS X release will include built-in Siri -- Apple's voice assistant -- along with the company's own maps solution. [Read more]

Correction: Google anti-trust[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:30:56 GMT ]The story incorrectly stated AsktheBuilder.com's daily revenue before it was hurt by a drop in Google search rankings. The daily revenue was $1,400. [Read more]

Apple a bit less 'green' this year than last, Greenpeace finds[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:42:41 GMT ]The organization said Apple was in sixth place this year in its study on "greener electronics." [Read more]

122 hours of playing Black Ops II -- new world record[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:52:02 GMT ]Australian Okan Kaya spent a week playing the new first-person shooter to set a new mark for the Guinness Book of Records. [Read more]

Will Twitter war become the new norm?[ Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:16:30 EST ]War is not just about bombs and rockets. It's about words.

This Matters? 'It's Thanksgiving'[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:41:06 EST ]Before we begin, I need mom and dad to go to YouTube and watch Rebecca Black's music video for "Friday." Otherwise, the rest of this column will lack context. So go have a look, and then, if you two actually manage to stomach the whole thing without jumping off a bridge, please, dear parents, continue reading.

Review: 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II'[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:40:31 EST ]Forget the distracting cameo by David Petraeus. Despite its disjointed narrative, "Call of Duty: Black Ops II" twisted me around so many times with its compelling story that I really enjoyed myself.

When war is pre-packaged for sharing[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:26:09 EST ]As rockets fly in Gaza and Israel, a shareable and ready-to-retweet version of the violence is playing out online.

Nintendo Wii U review: A tale of two screens[ Mon, 19 Nov 2012 10:22:33 EST ]There's a theory about Nintendo that goes something like this: Nintendo has the best IP in video gaming, the characters with the highest Q score. Mario, Wario, Zelda, Kirby, Metroid, Donkey Kong, Pokémon, you name it. Add up all the Mario-themed games alone and you've got the bestselling video game franchise of all time.

Is your spouse cheating? Tech clues can reveal the truth[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 21:57:59 GMT ]If you suspect your spouse is cheating on you, you probably can't ask the FBI for help, but there are many clues cheaters leave behind on their cellphones, computers and other electronic gadgets that you can look for on your own.

The 5 best name-brand HDTVs under $800[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 21:36:33 GMT ]Just a few years ago, $800 couldn’t buy you a screen much larger than a postage stamp. Now, they can get you 50 inches or more — and from a reputable brand, no less. Here's what we'd choose if we couldn't spend more than $800 on a set.

Video: The 'Nintendo Wii U' is awesome, but not for long[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 07:59:46 GMT ]The 'Nintendo Wii U' is a great device now, but it might not hold up over time. NBCNews.com's Todd Kenreck reviews the device. (In-Game)

How Israel's 'Iron Dome' intercepts incoming rockets in Gaza conflict[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:58:18 GMT ]As the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians continues along the Gaza border, Israelis have been putting to use an anti-rocket defense system, called "Iron Dome," meant to intercept Palestinian rockets that are headed for major population centers.

Leonid meteor shower captured by stargazers[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 18:46:45 GMT ]The Leonid meteor shower peaked early Saturday, and some night sky watchers caught a great view.

British Airways lofts spectacular four-letter retweet[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 23:38:48 GMT ]For reasons that seem entirely unclear, British Airways retweets an expletive-laden tweet that is critical of, well, British Airways. [Read more]

Big data gets its own book: 'The Human Face of Big Data'[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT ]Rick Smolan, the man behind the "Day in the Life" books, dispatches an army of photographers and researchers to capture how data is changing the world. [Read more]

Samsung reveals Black Friday camera deals[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 13:08:35 GMT ]If a camera with Wi-Fi is in your future, there are some deals here worth considering. [Read more]

NYC crowds brave cold weather for the Nintendo Wii U launch[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 13:11:48 GMT ]The new console went on sale at midnight tonight, with a launch event at the Manhattan Nintendo World store [Read more]

Shaken & stirred: The Hsu VTF-1 MK2 subwoofer[ Sun, 18 Nov 2012 16:06:00 GMT ]All subs make bass, but only the best ones make bass you can feel through the soles of your feet! [Read more]

Will Twitter war become the new norm?[ Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:16:30 EST ]War is not just about bombs and rockets. It's about words.

This Matters? 'It's Thanksgiving'[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:41:06 EST ]Before we begin, I need mom and dad to go to YouTube and watch Rebecca Black's music video for "Friday." Otherwise, the rest of this column will lack context. So go have a look, and then, if you two actually manage to stomach the whole thing without jumping off a bridge, please, dear parents, continue reading.

Review: 'Call of Duty: Black Ops II'[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:40:31 EST ]Forget the distracting cameo by David Petraeus. Despite its disjointed narrative, "Call of Duty: Black Ops II" twisted me around so many times with its compelling story that I really enjoyed myself.

When war is pre-packaged for sharing[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:26:09 EST ]As rockets fly in Gaza and Israel, a shareable and ready-to-retweet version of the violence is playing out online.

When war is pre-packaged for sharing[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:26:09 EST ]As rockets fly in Gaza and Israel, a shareable and ready-to-retweet version of the violence is playing out online.

J.K. Rowling's 'Book of Spells' puts magic in your hands[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 21:32:38 GMT ]Famed Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has a new book out ... of sorts. It's called the "Book of Spells" and it is the first augmented reality book for Sony's new Wonderbook peripheral. And good news Muggles: This book/game hybrid will teach you how to cast spells like a real Hogwarts wizard.

Facebook's 'couples' pages not off to happy start[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:21:23 GMT ]I didn't ask for a "couples" page on Facebook. The whole idea seems... saccharine and very 1950s. Besides, it's one thing for me to share photos of my beloved on my Facebook page, but another to have a page automatically generated of "us." That's creepy. Period.

Mayan doomsday 'safe zone' shut down[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:33:58 GMT ]Citing fears that doomsday believers, curiosity seekers, and "above all" journalists, will flood a French mountaintop on Dec. 21, the supposed day of the Mayan apocalypse, local officials are banning access to the mountain.

How Israel's 'Iron Dome' intercepts incoming rockets in Gaza conflict[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:58:18 GMT ]As the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians continues along the Gaza border, Israelis have been putting to use an anti-rocket defense system, called "Iron Dome," meant to intercept Palestinian rockets that are headed for major population centers.

iPad Mini with 4G comes to AT&T, Sprint and Verizon but ...[ Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:11:53 GMT ]How (and when) buyers will track down the 4G iPad Mini depends on whether they're an AT&T, Sprint or Verizon Wireless customer.

Windows 8 sales 'well below' projections, report claims[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:38:54 GMT ]Windows 8 isn't flying off the shelves in the numbers Microsoft was hoping for, according to a report. [Read more]

GM extends EV drivability with apps[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:45:44 GMT ]Ahead of its first new electric-vehicle launch, GM's OnStar division announces apps to help drivers plan trips and charge their vehicles. [Read more]

Russia demands broad UN role in Net governance, leak reveals[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 04:48:14 GMT ]commentary Leaked document from upcoming treaty negotiations reveals Russia wants transfer of authority over Net to national governments. The U.N.'s increasingly shrill denials are ringing ever more hollow. [Read more]

This week in Crave: The red-hot edition[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT ]This week, we prepared for the possible return of Darth Vader, started packing for a trip to Mars, and stared into a stunning solar eclipse. [Read more]

Before you buy a sound bar speaker, read this[ Sat, 17 Nov 2012 15:36:00 GMT ]Sound bars are an attractive solution for lots of buyers, but are there better-sounding alternatives? [Read more]