New Yorkers' new domain, '.nyc' gets initial OK[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 20:53:10 GMT ]New York City likes to think of itself as a domain like no other. Now it can boast as much on the Web.

States to Google: Stop showing ads for illegal products[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:03:32 GMT ]

3-D gun printing: Here's the software that stops it[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:03:33 GMT ]New software has been developed that aims to restrict the manufacture of firearms that have been created using new 3-D technology.

Pre-caffeine tech: Sexy tech blogging, Darth Vader running![ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 14:22:35 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Good news, ladies! Here's how to know when you're too sexy for tech blogging!

Yes, already: Twovideo games about Edward Snowden and stealthy data[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:56:11 GMT ]

My Declaration of Independence from Outlook[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:05:50 GMT ]Outlook was once the first thing he installed on a new computer. But its failure to connect with the cloud finally pushed long-time user Danny Sullivan away from the program. [Read more]

Apple hit by patent suit from Boston University[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:08:54 GMT ]The suit alleges that Apple has violated a patent held by one of the school's computer engineering professors. [Read more]

Low Latency No. 67: This is our turf[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:23:40 GMT ]With the Square Market, the mobile payment service is breaching turf established by mainstays like eBay and Amazon. [Read more]

Nubrella may be world's goofiest umbrella[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:43:05 GMT ]The Nubrella, now on Kickstarter, wants to offer a hands-free rain-repelling alternative to traditional rain gear. [Read more]

BlackBerry Q5 review: Not the bargain you're looking for[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:55:18 GMT ]CNET UK goes thumbs-on with the BlackBerry Q5, a QWERTY-equipped smartphone that's built like a bargain, but isn't necessarily priced like one. [Read more]

The 12 greatest designs of last 100 years[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:37:17 EDT ]We asked some of the world's greatest designers to nominate the most iconic industrial design from the last 100 years. Here's what they came up with.

Apple files for 'iWatch' trademark[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 16:23:42 EDT ]It's been a while since we've heard anything concrete on Apple's rumored "iWatch" device, but Bloomberg now reports that Apple has filed on June 3 to trademark that name in Japan.

Teen jailed over Facebook 'joke'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 07:18:27 EDT ]It was a sarcastic Facebook comment during an argument about a video game. And, according to the father of 19-year-old Justin Carter, it was enough to land his son behind bars for months, facing the possibility of years in prison.

The iPad-controlled yacht[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:01:42 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

'Star Trek' fans denied: Moon not named 'Vulcan'[ Wed, 03 Jul 2013 08:46:36 EDT ]It wasn't the best day for Trekkers.

New online child safety rules aim to protect kids on social media, smartphones[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 19:37:47 GMT ]New rules aimed at protecting children using the Internet took effect Monday.

Ouya review: A video game 'console' for the mobile age[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 22:44:14 GMT ]For all of their impressive qualities, the main factor that's begun to impinge on the success of modern video game consoles is their lack of mobility.

More pixels, less selection: Sony's first ultra HD player, service announced[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 23:06:23 GMT ]

Pre-caffeine tech: Snowden games, Vine queen[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 13:52:14 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Good news, everybody!

Yelp's Word Map means never having to dine with hipsters again[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:51:23 GMT ]Feel like going out to eat, but want to avoid overpriced craft beer and ironic Civil War-era facial hair at any cost?

AT&T LTE stretches into 35 new markets[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:11:30 GMT ]The carrier's LTE expansion continues apace, bringing its fastest 4G data speeds to additional cities. [Read more]

Google Reader has expired, but your data lives until July 15[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:27:04 GMT ]The popular RSS reader has been powered down, but there are still a few weeks to stop by and grab your stuff. [Read more]

Google Reader has expired, but your data lives until July 15[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:27:04 GMT ]The popular RSS reader has been powered down, but there are still a few weeks to stop by and grab your stuff. [Read more]

Google Glass privacy concerns persist in Congress[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:47:49 GMT ]Google's response to privacy worries displayed by U.S. legislators has left some members none the wiser. [Read more]

Pebble smart watch coming to Best Buy starting July 7[ Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:00:00 GMT ]Smartwatches are finally going a little more mainstream...will others follow into retail? [Read more]

Apple tests iPhone motion detection[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:06:25 EDT ]Apple appears to be testing out motion control features that will let people control their iPhones by moving their heads.

Meet an iPad-controlled $15 million yacht[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 10:04:29 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Apple files for 'iWatch' trademark[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 16:23:42 EDT ]It's been a while since we've heard anything concrete on Apple's rumored "iWatch" device, but Bloomberg now reports that Apple has filed on June 3 to trademark that name in Japan.

The 12 greatest designs of last 100 years[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:37:17 EDT ]We asked some of the world's greatest designers to nominate the most iconic industrial design from the last 100 years. Here's what they came up with.

An online summer camp for do-it-yourself kids[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 17:45:27 EDT ]Hey, young readers: Instead of another summer uttering the dreaded phrase "I'm bored," how about meeting a NASA astronaut or building a working potato cannon?

Grenada to punish offensive online comments[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 20:10:14 GMT ]ST. GEORGE'S, Grenada — Legislators in Grenada have approved a bill that makes it a crime to offend people through websites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Instagram gets hit by spam, and it's fruity, too[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 21:10:18 GMT ]

7 Saudis imprisoned for using Facebook to urge protests[ Sun, 30 Jun 2013 16:48:19 GMT ]

Teenager invents flashlight powered by the warmth of your hand[ Sun, 30 Jun 2013 19:16:28 GMT ]A 15-year-old girl has invented a flashlight that produces a usable amount of light just by using the heat from your hand.

Pre-caffeine tech: Google Reader RIP, Instagram attacks![ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:08:58 GMT ]Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning.Google reader dies today -- hope you backed up your stuff!

Nintendo loses bid to take control of WiiU.com[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:15:28 GMT ]The domain is being used by its owners to sell ads and to allow search related to Nintendo, its consoles, and games. [Read more]

Hey girl, where you going? Netflix gets 'New Girl'[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 14:37:59 GMT ]The Internet's No. 1 streaming site signs exclusive deal for past seasons of Fox hit "New Girl," while the home of current episodes -- competitor Hulu -- faces an uncertain future. [Read more]

Court drops class-action status of Google digital book suit[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:17:34 GMT ]The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals says a previous ruling that allowed the case against Google to be considered a class-action suit was premature. [Read more]

3D-printed cast is made to scratch[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:22:42 GMT ]Broken bones could get a healing assist from 3D-printed casts custom made to support the injury while still giving plenty of space to breath. [Read more]

Meet an iPad-controlled $15 million yacht[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 10:04:29 EDT ]Could this space-age high-tech superyacht be the future of nautical design? Sailors can steer the $23 million vessel 50-meters away with an i-Pad.

Uber expands to the Hamptons and helicopters[ Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:53:58 GMT ]To promote its summer SUV service to the upscale Long Island enclave, Uber is offering $3,000 chopper flights Wednesday. [Read more]

Texas Filibuster rivets the Web[ Wed, 26 Jun 2013 15:55:48 EDT ]Democratic Senator Wendy Davis took to the floor the Texas Senate at 11:18 a.m. in pink tennis shoes and began what she hoped would be a nearly 13 hour filibuster of an abortion bill.

The world's weirdest instrument?[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 09:36:40 EDT ]Is it a guitar? Is it a piano? Nope, it is a crazy iPhone-powered combination of both. Plus it has a built in bass, violin and drum machine to boot. The Artiphon Instrument 1 looks something like a medieval lute, but with a smart phone jammed into its belly.

Apple tests iPhone motion detection[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:06:25 EDT ]Apple appears to be testing out motion control features that will let people control their iPhones by moving their heads.

Three new planets may host life[ Thu, 27 Jun 2013 09:36:48 EDT ]Astronomers announced Wednesday that they have uncovered a star system of up to seven planets, three of which could potentially host life.

Like Google Street View? Create one yourself with a loaner 'Trekker' pack[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 22:43:03 GMT ]Google has been making much of its Street View feature coming to remote and inaccessible places like Antarctica and trails in national parks.

Judge scrutinizes Facebook deal to end privacy lawsuit over ads[ Fri, 28 Jun 2013 23:37:45 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — Child rights advocates tried to convince a U.S.

The 'Internet of Things' pits George Jetson vs. George Orwell[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 19:04:30 GMT ]Doors that magically unlock as you approach. Clothes that advise you when they're out of style, then tell your car how to get to the nearest sale.

Grenada to punish offensive online comments[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 20:10:14 GMT ]ST. GEORGE'S, Grenada — Legislators in Grenada have approved a bill that makes it a crime to offend people through websites such as Facebook and Twitter.

Instagram gets hit by spam, and it's fruity, too[ Sat, 29 Jun 2013 21:10:18 GMT ]