Personality plus pay! How to earn on YouTube, Vine and Google Helpouts[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 14:07:54 GMT ]The online video field is rapidly expanding and creating tons of new opportunities for people to make some extra money online. There are lots of ways to share what you love or teach others your talents online.

Zip it up! Websites take aim at nasty commenters [ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 18:23:43 GMT ]Mix blatant bigotry with poor spelling. Add a dash of ALL CAPS. Top it off with a violent threat. And there you have it: A recipe for the worst of online comments, scourge of the Internet.Blame anonymity, blame politicians, blame human nature.

Majority of Americansstill in the dark about incandescent light bulb phase-out[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 21:28:13 GMT ]The Jan. 1 deadline to end production of 60- and 40-watt incandescent light bulbs is fast approaching, but most Americans aren't even aware that their traditional light sources will soon become a rare commodity, according to one consumer survey.

Delta will honor low fares caused by Web glitch[ Fri, 27 Dec 2013 00:02:50 GMT ]Thanks to a technical error, some consumers on Thursday were able to land round-trip tickets on Delta Air Lines for under $50, which the carrier said it will honor. "For a portion of the morning today, some prices on delta.

Google banishes Rap Genius lyrics site for shady search tactics[ Fri, 27 Dec 2013 00:14:01 GMT ]Popular lyrics site Rap Genius has disappeared from Google after the search giant caught it in a bit of suspicious SEO ("search engine optimization") activity.

The XCAR review of 2013: January[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 20:01:00 GMT ]It's been a big year for XCAR, so join us as we discuss the highlights. First up, funnily enough, is January. [Read more]

Google fights back against Rockstar patent group[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 20:01:54 GMT ]Company files lawsuit against the Apple- and Microsoft-backed consortium, asserting that its "patent dragnet" has placed a cloud on Google's Android platform. [Read more]

Online holiday spending up, but not as much as expected[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 21:15:32 GMT ]ComScore finds US online shoppers using desktop computers spent 10 percent more than last holiday season, propelled by gadget sales. It was expecting an increase of 14 percent. [Read more]

Sony, Panasonic said to have ended OLED partnership[ Fri, 27 Dec 2013 00:22:29 GMT ]After working together on the next-gen panels for 18 months, the Japanese companies have reportedly dissolved their joint effort due to technical hurdles and will focus instead on 4K ultra HDTVs. [Read more]

Crave giveaway: LG 42-inch LCD TV[ Fri, 27 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]What better way to end 2013 than with a free TV? We wrap up a year of great giveaways with an LG 42CS560 on its way to one Crave reader's lucky living room. [Read more]

The top tech stories of 2013[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 13:09:36 EST ]The biggest technology story of the 2013 is one of the biggest stories of the year, period. It has had serious implications in the United States and around the world, and half a year later its true impact is only beginning to be felt.

Tips for new tablets, phones[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:28:56 EST ]If you are one of the lucky many to have received a new tablet or smartphone over the holidays, congratulations! Here are some starter tips to make the most of your new device, whether it's an iPad Mini, Nexus 5 smartphone or Kindle Fire HDX.

Will 'air' display replace screens?[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 14:35:20 EST ]If buttons are a thing of the past and touch screens are the present, what are the screens of the future? New mist display may offer the answer

Top science, space stories of 2013[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:28:46 EST ]It's been a thrilling year of discovery in many areas of science, but also a sobering time -- federal funding cuts threaten the future of innovation, and rising carbon dioxide levels foreshadow environmental and health challenges linked to climate change.

Top science and space stories of 2013[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:30:23 EST ]It's been a thrilling year of discovery in many areas of science, but also a sobering time -- federal funding cuts threaten the future of innovation, and rising carbon dioxide levels foreshadow environmental and health challenges linked to climate change.

Target hackers stole encrypted bank pins: report[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:14:39 GMT ]The hackers who attacked Target Corp. and compromised up to 40 million credit cards and debit cards also managed to steal encrypted personal identification numbers (PINs), according to a senior payments executive familiar with the situation. One major U.S.

NY man's 10,607 video games sets Guinness record[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:25:34 GMT ]BUFFALO, N.Y.

Battery life champs: Longest-lasting tech gear of 2013[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:36:24 GMT ]You can never be too rich, too thin or have too much battery life. Your phone, tablet or laptopcan have a gorgeous screen, stunning design and powerful performance, but when it runs out of juice at 2 p.m., it will be the ugliest gadget you’ve ever seen.

Samsung Galaxy S4 phones have big security hole, Israeli researchers say[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 23:32:15 GMT ]Israeli researchers say they’ve discovered a serious vulnerability in the enterprise software of Samsung’s best-selling Galaxy S4 smartphone that could enable hackers to intercept emails and other data.

Tablets a hit with kids, but experts have concerns[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 00:43:25 GMT ]Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master them.And that has some pediatricians and other health experts worried.

XCAR Awards 2013: Car of the year[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 21:00:00 GMT ]Deciding on our favourite car of 2013 was never going to be an easy task, but after some discussion we've settled on our ride of the year. [Read more]

Taiwan fines Apple $666K over iPhone pricing[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 00:02:52 GMT ]The country's Fair Trade Commission finds that Taiwan's three main mobile service providers have been submitting pricing plans to Apple for approval, which violates the law. [Read more]

Amazon: 5 bold predictions for 2014[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]How will Amazon top online groceries and delivery drones in 2014? The online retail giant might just focus on getting your attention via some new devices. [Read more]

Next step for connected devices? Connect the devices[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]When it comes to the connected home market, the hot action won't be so much in the devices themselves, but in platforms that tie together different products. [Read more]

Computers at CES 2014: Chromebooks and hybrids, plus the birth of Steambox[ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:01:00 GMT ]Look for more inexpensive laptops, smarter takes on convertibles, and a chance for small desktops to conquer the living room. [Read more]

10 influential pop culture robots[ Thu, 19 Dec 2013 09:22:56 EST ]Say "laptop" or "tablet" or "app" to a technophile and you may get them interested. Say "robot," and you've got them excited.

Gadget gift ideas for the holidays[ Fri, 29 Nov 2013 09:52:06 EST ]When it comes to tech gadgets as holiday gifts, the familiar is always popular.

The top tech stories of 2013[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 13:09:36 EST ]The biggest technology story of the 2013 is one of the biggest stories of the year, period. It has had serious implications in the United States and around the world, and half a year later its true impact is only beginning to be felt.

Tips for new tablets and phones[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 16:05:16 EST ]If you are one of the lucky many to have received a new tablet or smartphone over the holidays, congratulations! Here are some starter tips to make the most of your new device, whether it's an iPad Mini, Nexus 5 smartphone or Kindle Fire HDX.

Tips for setting up new tablets and phones[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 11:04:51 EST ]If you are one of the lucky many to have received a new tablet or smartphone over the holidays, congratulations! Here are some starter tips to make the most of your new device, whether it's an iPad Mini, Nexus 5 smartphone or Kindle Fire HDX.

Target hackers stole encrypted bank pins: report[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:14:39 GMT ]The hackers who attacked Target Corp. and compromised up to 40 million credit cards and debit cards also managed to steal encrypted personal identification numbers (PINs), according to a senior payments executive familiar with the situation. One major U.S.

NY man's 10,607 video games sets Guinness record[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:25:34 GMT ]BUFFALO, N.Y.

Battery life champs: Longest-lasting tech gear of 2013[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:36:24 GMT ]You can never be too rich, too thin or have too much battery life. Your phone, tablet or laptopcan have a gorgeous screen, stunning design and powerful performance, but when it runs out of juice at 2 p.m., it will be the ugliest gadget you’ve ever seen.

Samsung Galaxy S4 phones have big security hole, Israeli researchers say[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 23:32:15 GMT ]Israeli researchers say they’ve discovered a serious vulnerability in the enterprise software of Samsung’s best-selling Galaxy S4 smartphone that could enable hackers to intercept emails and other data.

Tablets a hit with kids, but experts have concerns[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 00:43:25 GMT ]Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master them.And that has some pediatricians and other health experts worried.

XCAR Awards 2013: Best Sound[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:00:00 GMT ]The noise that falls from the back of cars can evoke some pretty great feelings. Here's our choice of the best from 2013. [Read more]

Researchers report security flaw in Samsung's Galaxy S4[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 21:09:14 GMT ]An Israeli security team says a vulnerability in Samsung's Knox security platform enables malicious software to track e-mails and record data communications. [Read more]

Astronauts take Christmas Eve spacewalk, make critical repair[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 22:19:56 GMT ]But now they're home for the holidays -- home at the International Space Station, that is, after a high-stakes repair job clearing the way for reactivation of a critical coolant system. [Read more]

Sherlock returns! Mini-episode grants fans early Xmas wish[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 00:23:35 GMT ]Dr. John Watson, DI Lestrade, a very haggard Anderson, and Sherlock Holmes himself star in "Many Happy Returns," a mini-episode leading up to the premiere of season 3 of "Sherlock." [Read more]

Cameras and camcorders: Slimmer pickings at CES 2014?[ Wed, 25 Dec 2013 08:00:00 GMT ]For a few years, interesting cameras debuted at CES. Those days might be over. [Read more]

Most-searched, shared of 2013[ Tue, 17 Dec 2013 11:05:06 EST ]

10 influential pop culture robots[ Thu, 19 Dec 2013 09:22:56 EST ]Say "laptop" or "tablet" or "app" to a technophile and you may get them interested. Say "robot," and you've got them excited.

Gadget gift ideas for the holidays[ Fri, 29 Nov 2013 09:52:06 EST ]When it comes to tech gadgets as holiday gifts, the familiar is always popular.

The top tech stories of 2013[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 13:09:36 EST ]The biggest technology story of the 2013 is one of the biggest stories of the year, period. It has had serious implications in the United States and around the world, and half a year later its true impact is only beginning to be felt.

Tips for setting up new tablets and phones[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 05:47:05 EST ]If you are one of the lucky many to have received a new tablet or smartphone over the holidays, congratulations! Here are some starter tips to make the most of your new device, whether it's an iPad Mini, Nexus 5 smartphone or Kindle Fire HDX.

Search and rescue: Google-owned robot is new disaster response champ[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 17:06:36 GMT ]The scores are in. After a weekend of lifting hoses, clearing rubble and slicing through walls, a contest between sixteen rescue robots in training has a winner: a humanoid built by a Japanese team and owned by Google.

Samsung's new smart TV doesn't mean the end of the remote control[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 19:10:23 GMT ]In the future, kids won't only fight over the remote control. They will also battle over what to watch by shouting and gesticulating wildly at their television sets.

US leads world in smartphone porn viewing[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 22:53:23 GMT ]The United States is the first to achieve a rather dubious milestone in technology: More than half our Internet porn is watched on mobile phones, judging by the habits of visitors to Pornhub, one of the Web's largest distributors of online smut.

Banks may take their pound of flesh from Target over breach[ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 23:43:13 GMT ]Banks like Chase and Citibank could hit Target to help pay for the cost of cleaning up the mess of the retailer's recent loss of card information to hackers.

Queen pardons computing giant Alan Turing, 59 years after his suicide[ Tue, 24 Dec 2013 02:24:09 GMT ]