No major security breaches on HealthCare.gov, Democrats say[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 20:21:33 GMT ]Only a few people have tried to hack into the HealthCare.gov website and no one has successfully stolen any information, Democrats in the House of Representatives said Friday.

Google removes privacy feature from Android, says it was included by accident[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 22:20:14 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — Google has removed an experimental privacy feature from its Android mobile software that had allowed users to block apps from collecting personal information such as address book data and a user's location. The change means that owners of smartphones using Android 4.4.

A few of our favorite things: Gadgets everyone in the home will enjoy[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 23:48:27 GMT ]While most of the year’s gadget headlines continued to be dominated by tablets and smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Google and Amazon, there are a handful of gadgets that deserve a mention not only because they work so well, but because they’re great for gifts.

One giant leap for Kerbalkind: Spaceflight sim wins geek gift award[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 01:05:36 GMT ]The creators of the Kerbal Space Program are over the moon about their spaceflight simulation game's latest honor: being named the Science Geek Gift of the Year."It's been a lot of fun," lead developer Felipe Falanghe told NBC News.

NSA can listen in on encrypted phone calls - but they're not the only ones[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 02:06:11 GMT ]The latest documents from the National Security Agency leaked by Edward Snowden show that government spies are capable of listening in on mobile phone calls that use a common form of encryption, according to a Washington Post report.

XCAR Awards 2013 - Best Classic[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 21:00:00 GMT ]We love classic cars here at XCAR, and we get the opportunity to drive some amazing specimens on our travels. We take a look back at our favourite specimens. [Read more]

Ford's self-driving car unveils itself[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 21:06:46 GMT ]Well, not exactly. The prototype can't quite manage its own public relations yet, but it can, apparently, "see" in the same way a bat or dolphin can. [Read more]

The best robo-call ever? Or the freakiest?[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 22:43:40 GMT ]A Time magazine staffer got a call from a telemarketer who sounded not quite human. That's when the fun -- and the weirdness -- started. [Read more]

Apple approves 'only gay social app for ages 12 and up'[ Sun, 15 Dec 2013 00:20:49 GMT ]The founders of Distinc.tt believe it's time for a gay social app that doesn't have sex at its core. This is an app that "you can bring home to Mom." [Read more]

Dell Venue 11 Pro: The anti-iPad[ Sun, 15 Dec 2013 00:29:22 GMT ]The Dell Venue 11 Pro is a very different creature than an Apple tablet. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. [Read more]

Gadget gifts your kids will love[ Fri, 06 Dec 2013 19:23:59 EST ]Technology touches all ages. Here are some gadgets aimed at the 18-and-under set.

A new way to ditch your wallet[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 11:38:57 EST ]"Coin" is an electronic credit card that stores all of your cards. CNN's Dan Simon reports.

7 tips for taking better selfies[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 10:10:10 EST ]There is no wrong way to take a selfie. The medium has grown into its own form of self-expression, and the artistic choices people make are as varied as the faces themselves.

How to protect your phone in the cold[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 18:27:07 EST ]Smartphones are not built for the extreme cold. But since that snowball fight didn't really happen unless you Instagrammed and tweeted it, here are some tips for using your device during the cold of this winter.

How to protect your phone in cold weather[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 17:26:19 EST ]Smartphones are not built for the extreme cold. But since that snowball fight didn't really happen unless you Instagrammed and tweeted it, here are some tips for using your device during the cold of this winter.

No major security breaches on HealthCare.gov, Democrats say[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 20:21:33 GMT ]Only a few people have tried to hack into the HealthCare.gov website and no one has successfully stolen any information, Democrats in the House of Representatives said Friday.

Google removes privacy feature from Android, says it was included by accident[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 22:20:14 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — Google has removed an experimental privacy feature from its Android mobile software that had allowed users to block apps from collecting personal information such as address book data and a user's location. The change means that owners of smartphones using Android 4.4.

A few of our favorite things: Gadgets everyone in the home will enjoy[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 23:48:27 GMT ]While most of the year’s gadget headlines continued to be dominated by tablets and smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Google and Amazon, there are a handful of gadgets that deserve a mention not only because they work so well, but because they’re great for gifts.

One giant leap for Kerbalkind: Spaceflight sim wins geek gift award[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 01:05:36 GMT ]The creators of the Kerbal Space Program are over the moon about their spaceflight simulation game's latest honor: being named the Science Geek Gift of the Year."It's been a lot of fun," lead developer Felipe Falanghe told NBC News.

NSA can listen in on encrypted phone calls - but they're not the only ones[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 02:06:11 GMT ]The latest documents from the National Security Agency leaked by Edward Snowden show that government spies are capable of listening in on mobile phone calls that use a common form of encryption, according to a Washington Post report.

iPad Mini availability at Verizon, AT&T improves, supply eases[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 00:19:27 GMT ]Supply of the iPad Mini Retina appears to be easing significantly, as cellular models become more readily available at Verizon and AT&T. [Read more]

Tinder sparks half a billion matches[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 02:55:05 GMT ]Like Hot or Not but for dating, the 15-month-old app is matching young people left and right. [Read more]

Yahoo's Marissa Mayer on Mail outage: 'We really let you down'[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 03:56:36 GMT ]The company's CEO apologized for Yahoo Mail's prolonged, multiday outage. [Read more]

The prodigal daughter: Can she bring her Verizon LTE smartphone to AT&T?[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon answers whether it's possible to take a Verizon smartphone to AT&T and still come out on top. [Read more]

Google acquires Boston Dynamics, maker of animal-inspired robots[ Sat, 14 Dec 2013 10:22:01 GMT ]In Andy Rubin's effort to buy its way into a future populated by autonomous mechanical entities, Google has acquired one company with impressive walking and running creatures. [Read more]

Gadget gifts your kids will love[ Fri, 06 Dec 2013 19:23:59 EST ]Technology touches all ages. Here are some gadgets aimed at the 18-and-under set.

A new way to ditch your wallet[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 11:38:57 EST ]"Coin" is an electronic credit card that stores all of your cards. CNN's Dan Simon reports.

7 tips for taking better selfies[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 10:10:10 EST ]There is no wrong way to take a selfie. The medium has grown into its own form of self-expression, and the artistic choices people make are as varied as the faces themselves.

How to protect your phone in the cold[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 18:27:07 EST ]Smartphones are not built for the extreme cold. But since that snowball fight didn't really happen unless you Instagrammed and tweeted it, here are some tips for using your device during the cold of this winter.

How to protect your phone in cold weather[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 17:26:19 EST ]Smartphones are not built for the extreme cold. But since that snowball fight didn't really happen unless you Instagrammed and tweeted it, here are some tips for using your device during the cold of this winter.

Cellphone calls on planes: Government agencies differ on rule change[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 21:31:06 GMT ]Just because it's safe to use cellphones on a plane, it doesn't mean that passengers should call just to say hello.

Circle, latest hot iPhone app, wants to connect you with your neighbors[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 23:28:16 GMT ]What goes around, comes around — that sums up the idea behind Circle, a fast-growing social app that focuses on keeping things in the neighborhood.Think of Circle as a cross between a social network, a community board and a news site.

New app lets you explore the universe with Stephen Hawking[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:12:50 GMT ]What’s it like to see the universe through the mind of Stephen Hawking? A new iPad app tries to get you there.

Wireless carriers to make it easier to 'unlock' cellphones[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:57:19 GMT ]WASHINGTON — Major U.S. wireless carriers on Thursday pledged to make it easier for consumers to "unlock" their mobile phones for use on competitors' networks, responding to pressure from consumer groups and the top U.S. communications regulator.

Blocking on Twitter now more like 'mute' (Update: Changes reverted)[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 06:56:26 GMT ]A change to how blocking is done on Twitter is causing a ruckus on the service. Instead of both hiding a user and preventing them from following you, blocking now acts more like a mute button — they can see your tweets and respond all they want, but you won't see them.

Twitter announces about-face on controversial new blocking rules[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 04:03:30 GMT ]Firestorm erupted after the social network relaxed blocking rules, allowing blocked users to see everything the blockee tweeted. [Read more]

Will 2014 be the year of the Google Chromebook?[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 05:27:34 GMT ]Research out of Asia provides two scenarios for the Chromebook in 2014. One shows it taking a not-insignificant chunk of the global notebook market. [Read more]

Amazon said to be cooking up Pantry service to take on Costco[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 05:55:03 GMT ]Internet retailer will offer delivery of about 2,000 products typically found at warehouse stores, according to USA Today. [Read more]

Crave giveaway: V-Moda Crossfade M-100 headphones[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]This week, we have a free pair of handsome headphones that scored high marks from CNET reviewers. [Read more]

Presidential task force said to recommend overhaul of NSA[ Fri, 13 Dec 2013 08:25:06 GMT ]Nonbinding suggestions propose sweeping changes at the agency, including shifting its leadership from the military to civilians, sources tell the Wall Street Journal. [Read more]

200,000 people apply to live on Mars[ Tue, 10 Dec 2013 16:25:14 EST ]Mars One says it is moving along with its plan to send four lucky Earthlings to colonize the Red Planet. The catch: They won't ever come back.

Google Glass users fight privacy fears[ Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:41:15 EST ]Carolyn Capern and her business partner Greg Trujillo were eating breakfast in a Panera bakery in Florida recently, each wearing Google Glasses but actually immersed in their smartphones when they were accosted by an angry stranger.

Gadget gifts your kids will love[ Fri, 06 Dec 2013 19:23:59 EST ]Technology touches all ages. Here are some gadgets aimed at the 18-and-under set.

7 tips for taking better selfies[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 10:10:10 EST ]There is no wrong way to take a selfie. The medium has grown into its own form of self-expression, and the artistic choices people make are as varied as the faces themselves.

E-mail outage casts shadow over Yahoo [ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 16:28:16 EST ]A days-long outage for some Yahoo e-mail users is casting a dark shadow over a perceived turnaround at the once-mighty Internet player.

Facebook to join S&P 500[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 00:11:17 GMT ]Standard & Poor's on Wednesday said Facebook Inc. will join its S&P 500 stock index after the close of trading Dec. 20, cementing the social media network's rise into one of the biggest, most powerful U.S. companies.

Google execs got improper discount on plane fuel, NASA says [ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 00:33:38 GMT ]SAN FRANCISCO — The company that manages a fleet of airplanes owned and leased by Google Inc executives Larry Page, Sergey Brin and Eric Schmidt improperly bought fuel from the government at below-market rates, for a savings of up to $5.

3-D printed brain lets students take a stab at neurosurgery[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 01:13:13 GMT ]If you and your brain were going under the knife, wouldn't it be comforting to know that your surgeon had practiced the exact operation, location, procedure and all, just a few hours earlier?

Cory Monteith, Pope Francis, the Super Bowl: 9 things people couldn't stop tweeting about in 2013[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 05:18:10 GMT ]In 2012, President Barack Obama sent out the most retweeted message in the seven-year history of Twitter. It read, simply, "Four more years," with a picture of him embracing the first lady. This year, politics took a back seat to pop culture.

12 buzzworthy celebs who joined Twitter in 2013[ Thu, 12 Dec 2013 05:40:26 GMT ]Famous people! They tweet just like us, except that way more folks actually care about what they have to say.In 2013, celebrities dominated the conversation on Twitter. But which ones decided to join the conversation? Prepare to hit "Follow" on these 12 star-powered Twitter accounts.