New 3-D movie technology: are viewers ready?[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 20:19:21 GMT ]When the 3-D version of "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" debuts in movie theaters on Dec. 14, the film will likely wow viewers with its special effects. But audiences at select theaters will get even more bang for their buck: they’ll be the first to witness a new technology that displays images at a rate of 48 frames per second, twice as fast as the current standard.

'Gangnam Style' most-seen YouTube video ever[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:03:46 GMT ]South Korean rapper Psy's contagious hit, "Gangnam Style," just nabbed quite the impressive title from the Biebs' "Baby," becoming the most-watched YouTube video of all time.

Video: Who will have the best deals on Cyber Monday?[ Sun, 25 Nov 2012 15:14:39 GMT ]“Get your smart phones and your computers ready,” said Paypal shopping specialist Claudia Lombana, who recommends savvy shoppers track products with apps. Consumers can expect deep discounts on apparel, electronics and jewelry. NBC’s Thomas Roberts reports, and TODAY’s Carl Quintanilla interviews Claudia Lombana. (TODAY)

Give the gift of premium Web services[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 16:28:30 GMT ]As you're trying to come up with great gifts for the holidays, software likely isn't the first thing that comes to mind. It can make a great gift for the right person, though, especially when they're not willing to shell out the cash themselves (as so few people are).

Gadgets worth buying — even if they're not on sale[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:12:22 GMT ]Black Friday's over, but the shopping frenzy continues. Even so, there are some gadgets that never seem to end up on discount table. These are the best products of the moment, and you can buy them — even if they're not on sale — without feeling an ounce of regret.

Tablet display shipments jump, top laptops in October[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 20:50:48 GMT ]Tablets are on a tear. Shipments of tablets are catching up to laptops a lot faster than anticipated only a few months ago. [Read more]

'Gangnam Style' slays Bieber, becomes most-watched vid[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 21:18:17 GMT ]In less than five months the South Korean dance megasensation has overtaken Canada's Tweentastic pop darling. Sorry Biebs. [Read more]

Apple targets Galaxy Note 2, S3 Mini in latest court request[ Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:06:30 GMT ]The Apple-Samsung patent war continues, as Apple answers Samsung's midweek, iPad and iPod court filing with some additional paperwork of its own. [Read more]

Before you buy an expensive Bluetooth, AirPlay, or docking speaker, read this[ Sun, 25 Nov 2012 16:06:00 GMT ]Wireless single speakers systems are an attractive solution for a lot of buyers, but are there better-sounding alternatives? [Read more]

iPad and iPhone dominate Black Friday online shopping[ Sun, 25 Nov 2012 16:43:51 GMT ]IBM found that 24 percent of online shoppers used mobile devices, compared to 14.3 percent in 2011. The iPad was used by 88.3 percent of tablet shoppers. [Read more]

The end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:08:24 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

Gifts for gamers of all types[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:28 EST ]This holiday season, shopping for the gamer in your life is easier -- and harder.

Brainwaves steer toy helicopter[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:19 EST ]A toy helicopter controlled by nothing but brainwaves could be available to the public just in time to hover under this year's Christmas tree.

High-tech toys for kids[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:12 EST ]Buying gadgets for kids these days seems simple: Just get them something with a glowing screen and they'll be satisfied.

Facebook and the end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:15:35 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

Instagram sets single-day record for photo shares[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 01:02:42 GMT ]Oh, Thankgiving. Turkey, mashed potatoes, yam, pumpkin pie, family, friends, football and feasts across the country. It all adds up to bickering between family members, Friday trips to the gym and ... the biggest day in Instagram history?

Create junk Facebook and Twitter accounts to get discounted stuff without spamming your friends[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 16:29:09 GMT ]Tons of companies offer discounts and "free" stuff in exchange for posting a little ad on your Twitter or Facebook page. While it may be a good deal, you don't necessarily want to clutter up your social media feeds with a bunch of ads.

Earth's 'hum' helps probe planet's interior[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:29:40 GMT ]The global "hum" of the Earth is now helping scientists probe the planet's deep interior, a group of researchers say.

Don't be fooled! Great camera deals are harder to spot on Black Friday[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:25:58 GMT ]While there are plenty of deals and discounts to be had on TVs, phones, laptops and other tech products, camera-wise, there aren't a lot of reasons to wait in line until midnight after Thanksgiving dinner. That's because the year's best cameras — many of which are rounded up here — simply aren't subject to fire-sale pricing.

Give the gift of premium Web services[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 16:28:30 GMT ]As you're trying to come up with great gifts for the holidays, software likely isn't the first thing that comes to mind. It can make a great gift for the right person, though, especially when they're not willing to shell out the cash themselves (as so few people are).

HP offers Black Friday deals on high-end laptops[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 19:15:35 GMT ]Hewlett-Packard is offering Black Friday deals on its top-of-the-line ultrabooks. [Read more]

About-face on e-mail surveillance bill[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 19:51:13 GMT ]week in review Senator abandons controversial proposal, while Intel's longtime CEO announces retirement. Also: Samsung to see Apple settlement details. [Read more]

No matter which way you slice it, RIM is still toast[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 20:29:52 GMT ]Shares of BlackBerry-maker RIM have skyrocketed. Don't let that fool you, though -- RIM isn't making a comeback. [Read more]

Black Friday, Thanksgiving Day mobile sales on rise[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 00:49:27 GMT ]Perhaps it's not surprising, given the overall rise of mobile (not to mention the reportedly terrifying goings-on at some brick-and-mortar establishments). [Read more]

Are the Beatles groovy again?[ Sat, 24 Nov 2012 15:36:00 GMT ]The entire Beatles catalog has just been remastered on LP, the Audiophiliac spins the vinyl and reports on the sound. [Read more]

The end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:08:24 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

Gifts for gamers of all types[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:28 EST ]This holiday season, shopping for the gamer in your life is easier -- and harder.

Brainwaves steer toy helicopter[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:19 EST ]A toy helicopter controlled by nothing but brainwaves could be available to the public just in time to hover under this year's Christmas tree.

High-tech toys for kids[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:20:12 EST ]Buying gadgets for kids these days seems simple: Just get them something with a glowing screen and they'll be satisfied.

Facebook and the end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:15:35 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

How 'smashing' & 'spearing' shrimp attack prey[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 19:15:42 GMT ]Spearing mantis shrimp hide in their burrows and wait for an unsuspecting creature to come along. Then, in the blink of an eye, they spear it with their long claws, like an underwater archer. How do they spear their prey so quickly?

Avoid early bird remorse: 10 Black Friday gadget do's and don'ts[ Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:55:10 GMT ]With many stores opening Thanksgiving evening, this year you won’t even have to digest your turkey before you put on your elbow pads and line up outside your favorite big box store. But to make body checking your fellow shoppers worthwhile, you’ll need a plan.

Is Thanksgiving a big waste of turkey?[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:53:38 GMT ]Americans love Thanksgiving, they just don't love turkey. It turns out that more than one-third of the turkey meat we buy each holiday gets thrown in the garbage. Blame it on bad planning, lack of leftover ideas or just a wealthy, slothful society.

Thanksgiving on Mars: Working holiday for Curiosity rover[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:42:44 GMT ]NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has some plans this Thanksgiving, and they don't involve watching football in a food-coma stupor.

Don't be fooled! Great camera deals are harder to spot on Black Friday[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:25:58 GMT ]While there are plenty of deals and discounts to be had on TVs, phones, laptops and other tech products, camera-wise, there aren't a lot of reasons to wait in line until midnight after Thanksgiving dinner. That's because the year's best cameras — many of which are rounded up here — simply aren't subject to fire-sale pricing.

Black Friday deal: Audyssey Wireless Speakers for $199[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT ]Here are two ways to get Audyssey's excellent Bluetooth stereo speakers for around $200. [Read more]

Friday Poll: When did Black Friday start for you this year?[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:00:00 GMT ]Black Friday is getting some stiff competition from Mobile Thursday. What does your holiday shopping calendar look like? [Read more]

The Cheapskate Fifth-Anniversary Giveaway Spectacular, Round Three[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 14:44:24 GMT ]The celebration continues with five amazing prizes, including a Roku box and Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Enter by Sunday! [Read more]

Watch high-powered flashlights cook a turkey[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:29:36 GMT ]This Thanksgiving, cooking a turkey in an oven or deep fryer just isn't as impressive as some of the alternative methods out there -- such as cooking with a flashlight. [Read more]

Your first glimpse of Walmart shoppers fighting over phones[ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:52:37 GMT ]There is no greater post-Thanksgiving tradition than witnessing what the craving for gadgets has done to humanity. Here's some of the first footage of the Zombie Apocalypse, Walmart-style. [Read more]

Great gadgets for holiday giving[ Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:03:39 EST ]Gadgets aren't just for the tech-savvy people in your life.

61-year-old computer comes to life[ Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:34:04 EST ]The WITCH is back.

How Pinterest inspires gift ideas[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:20:32 EST ]There are slews of apps and websites to help you make the most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the two mondo-consumerist U.S. holidays.

The end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:08:24 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

Facebook and the end of digital democracy? [ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 12:15:35 EST ]Unless Facebook users fight back, the days of the social network's experiment with democracy may soon come to an end.

Group says it hacks Israeli official's accounts, leaks documents[ Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:24:38 GMT ]A group calling itself the ZCompanyHackingCrew has taken credit for the defacing of the Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Blogger accounts belonging to Israeli Vice Prime Minister Silvan Shalom. The same group has posted what it claims are the partial contents of Shalom's Gmail inbox along with contact information and a variety of seemingly confidential documents.

Avoid early bird remorse: 10 Black Friday gadget do's and don'ts[ Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:55:10 GMT ]With many stores opening Thanksgiving evening, this year you won’t even have to digest your turkey before you put on your elbow pads and line up outside your favorite big box store. But to make body checking your fellow shoppers worthwhile, you’ll need a plan.

Is Thanksgiving a big waste of turkey?[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:53:38 GMT ]Americans love Thanksgiving, they just don't love turkey. It turns out that more than one-third of the turkey meat we buy each holiday gets thrown in the garbage. Blame it on bad planning, lack of leftover ideas or just a wealthy, slothful society.

Thanksgiving on Mars: Working holiday for Curiosity rover[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:42:44 GMT ]NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has some plans this Thanksgiving, and they don't involve watching football in a food-coma stupor.

Don't be fooled! Great camera deals are harder to spot on Black Friday[ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:25:58 GMT ]While there are plenty of deals and discounts to be had on TVs, phones, laptops and other tech products, camera-wise, there aren't a lot of reasons to wait in line until midnight after Thanksgiving dinner. That's because the year's best cameras — many of which are rounded up here — simply aren't subject to fire-sale pricing.