Suiting Up: Smart Shirt For Tech-Savvy Athletes Goes On Sale[ Thu, 08 May 2014 20:24:05 GMT ]What's the use of having the latest fitness-tracking gizmo if you're still wearing that natty running shirt from your alma mater? If you want to cut a figure on your run, you'll need the newest and coolest piece of kit: an electronics-infused smart shirt from OMsignal.

Federal Regulators Approve Bitcoin for Political Campaign Donations[ Thu, 08 May 2014 21:57:18 GMT ]You might say bitcoin is gaining a bit of political currency.The six-member Federal Election Commission voted unanimously on Thursday to allow political candidates and committees to accept bitcoin donations.But there's a catch.

Hashtag Wars: Who's Behind the Nigeria Social-Media Movement?[ Thu, 08 May 2014 22:43:57 GMT ]Can #BringBackOurGirls help in the fight against Boko Haram in Nigeria, or is it just causing distraction?

Apple Close to Buying Headphone Maker Beats Electronics: Report[ Thu, 08 May 2014 23:30:31 GMT ]Apple is close to buying headphone maker Beats Electronics for $3.2 billion, the Financial Times reported.The purchase of Beats, which also runs a streaming music service, would be Apple's largest ever acquisition, the newspaper reported. It said the deal could be announced as early as next week.

3-D Printed Guns Lead to Arrest of Man in Japan[ Thu, 08 May 2014 23:30:31 GMT ]It's a first: A man has been arrested for possession of 3-D printed guns, according to a report from Japan's NHK news service. Japanese police apprehended the 27-year-old after he posted video of his firearms online — perhaps not the wisest move in a country with strict gun control laws.

Businesses of the future...with Samsung devices, of course (pictures)[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 04:00:00 PDT ]The Korean electronics giant operates a showroom -- called the Executive Briefing Center -- at its North American headquarters in New Jersey to show potential business customers what Samsung technology they can use to change their operations.

Apple rumor claims all-new, 12-inch MacBook Air[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:02:35 PDT ]The MacBook is getting a makeover sooner rather than later -- if chatter from China is accurate.

Twitter battle in Turkey heats up, spreads to YouTube -- reports[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 10:53:36 PDT ]The fight over a Twitter ban in the country intensifies, as the government reportedly blocks a workaround, the White House weighs in, and Google refuses to yank YouTube vids critical of the prime minister.

NSA's reported Huawei hack gives glimpse of agency's role in 'cyber Cold War'[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 13:38:11 PDT ]The latest report based on leaks by Edward Snowden has it that the NSA hacked into the servers of a Chinese router company that had itself been accused by the US of potentially aiding government espionage.

Mom tries to Facebook-shame daughter, gets pizza on face[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 15:36:05 PDT ]A mother makes her daughter pose for a picture to prove that it will travel far and wide on the Web. She ends up getting prank calls, pizza deliveries, and a lesson for herself.

Gadgets help keep Fido fit[ Thu, 08 May 2014 15:32:32 EDT ]Karin Caifa looks at new technology to help you track your pet's health and fitness

The NSA's mysterious coded tweet[ Wed, 07 May 2014 17:52:37 EDT ]When the National Security Agency sent a tweet Monday filled with garbled nonwords like "tpfccdlfdtte," the Internet was confused, and intrigued.

Cassette tape could hold 47 million songs[ Thu, 08 May 2014 09:52:20 EDT ]Forget the cloud, and rework your mental image of those mysterious data centers. Sony has reinvented a tool for storing a mind-numbing amount of data:

Meet the 'NeRD' e-reader[ Thu, 08 May 2014 17:44:05 EDT ]For cybersecurity reasons, sailors on U.S. Navy vessels can't always use smartphones and tablets. And in the cramped quarters of a submarine, there's little room for shelves full of books.

New cassette tape could hold 47 million songs[ Thu, 08 May 2014 09:07:26 EDT ]Forget the cloud, and rework your mental image of those mysterious data centers. Sony has reinvented a tool for storing a mind-numbing amount of data:

Gone in 30 Seconds: Prototype Killer Laser Takes Out Boats a Mile Away[ Wed, 07 May 2014 22:45:57 GMT ]A new laser weapon being developed by Lockheed Martin successfully disabled two boats a mile away in a recent test off the California coast, the company said.

Out of This World! Virtual Universe Looks Like the Real Thing[ Wed, 07 May 2014 23:16:39 GMT ]A team of astronomers has created the most realistic simulation of our universe ever made — a 14-billion-year history that took months of work by supercomputers to render.

Making the Call: Best Smartphones for Grads[ Wed, 07 May 2014 23:16:40 GMT ]If you’re looking for a great gift idea for a job well done, there’s probably nothing sweeter you can give to freshly minted grads than a brand-new smartphone.

Alibaba, Shoprunner to Launch Joint China Service[ Thu, 08 May 2014 00:18:28 GMT ]Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has struck one of its largest deals with a U.S. online retailer, agreeing to help Amazon.com rival Shoprunner sell to China and handle delivery within the country.

Internet Heavyweights Urge FCC to Support Net Neutrality[ Thu, 08 May 2014 00:49:25 GMT ]A group of the largest tech and Internet companies in the world on Wednesday penned a joint letter urging the FCC (PDF) to support strong Net neutrality rules, describing Chairman Tom Wheeler's idea of compromising as "a grave threat to the Internet.

Businesses of the future...with Samsung devices, of course (pictures)[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 04:00:00 PDT ]The Korean electronics giant operates a showroom -- called the Executive Briefing Center -- at its North American headquarters in New Jersey to show potential business customers what Samsung technology they can use to change their operations.

Apple rumor claims all-new, 12-inch MacBook Air[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:02:35 PDT ]The MacBook is getting a makeover sooner rather than later -- if chatter from China is accurate.

Twitter battle in Turkey heats up, spreads to YouTube -- reports[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 10:53:36 PDT ]The fight over a Twitter ban in the country intensifies, as the government reportedly blocks a workaround, the White House weighs in, and Google refuses to yank YouTube vids critical of the prime minister.

NSA's reported Huawei hack gives glimpse of agency's role in 'cyber Cold War'[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 13:38:11 PDT ]The latest report based on leaks by Edward Snowden has it that the NSA hacked into the servers of a Chinese router company that had itself been accused by the US of potentially aiding government espionage.

Mom tries to Facebook-shame daughter, gets pizza on face[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 15:36:05 PDT ]A mother makes her daughter pose for a picture to prove that it will travel far and wide on the Web. She ends up getting prank calls, pizza deliveries, and a lesson for herself.

Drones banned from Yosemite[ Mon, 05 May 2014 17:44:19 EDT ]If you're planning to enjoy this spring or summer at a national park, you'd better leave your drone at home.

YouTube's kingmaker[ Tue, 06 May 2014 16:46:06 EDT ]Maker Studios has turned YouTube hits into digital celebs. CNN takes you into the studio where video stars are grown.

Meet Netflix's stealthy new logo[ Wed, 07 May 2014 07:29:44 EDT ]Netflix has a new logo, but you're forgiven if you didn't notice.

Oculus wants 1 billion gamers at once[ Wed, 07 May 2014 17:52:24 EDT ]When Oculus, makers of a virtual-reality headset many view as the future of video gaming, agreed in March to a $2 billion buyout by Facebook, they weren't tempted by the success of "FarmVille" or "Candy Crush."

The NSA's mysterious coded tweet[ Wed, 07 May 2014 17:52:37 EDT ]When the National Security Agency sent a tweet Monday filled with garbled nonwords like "tpfccdlfdtte," the Internet was confused, and intrigued.

What Is Alibaba? China's Tech Behemoth Files for $1 Billion IPO[ Tue, 06 May 2014 21:46:48 GMT ]Get ready America. Here comes Alibaba.

Alibaba IPO: What To Know, By the Numbers[ Tue, 06 May 2014 22:17:54 GMT ]Chinese e-commerce behemoth Alibaba Group is soon to debut on the U.S. stock market -- and its initial public offering paperwork filed on Tuesday is packed with new information about the company.Alibaba has been described as China's Amazon, eBay and PayPal wrapped into one.

Notable Notebooks: 10 Top Laptops for Students[ Tue, 06 May 2014 22:33:26 GMT ]Whether you’re a student on a budget or a recent grad looking to upgrade, the market for laptops has never looked better. From wallet-friendly Chromebooks to Windows 8-powered multimedia powerhouses, there’s a notebook out there for just about everyone.

'Black Knight' Military Truck-Copter Takes First Tentative Flight[ Tue, 06 May 2014 23:35:35 GMT ]It may not be particularly majestic, but the Black Knight combination ground vehicle and helicopter has gotten itself into the air. The experimental transport platform faces an uncertain future, but it's fun to watch anyway.

'Game of Thrones' Sets Dubious Record: 200,000 Pirating At Once[ Wed, 07 May 2014 01:08:29 GMT ]It's no secret that HBO's "Game of Thrones" is one of the most popular shows ever. But it's not just leading ratings on TV — it's also seeing unheard-of levels of piracy. The latest record? Over 200,000 people pirating Season 4 Episode 5 at once using file-sharing protocol BitTorrent.

Businesses of the future...with Samsung devices, of course (pictures)[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 04:00:00 PDT ]The Korean electronics giant operates a showroom -- called the Executive Briefing Center -- at its North American headquarters in New Jersey to show potential business customers what Samsung technology they can use to change their operations.

Apple rumor claims all-new, 12-inch MacBook Air[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:02:35 PDT ]The MacBook is getting a makeover sooner rather than later -- if chatter from China is accurate.

Twitter battle in Turkey heats up, spreads to YouTube -- reports[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 10:53:36 PDT ]The fight over a Twitter ban in the country intensifies, as the government reportedly blocks a workaround, the White House weighs in, and Google refuses to yank YouTube vids critical of the prime minister.

NSA's reported Huawei hack gives glimpse of agency's role in 'cyber Cold War'[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 13:38:11 PDT ]The latest report based on leaks by Edward Snowden has it that the NSA hacked into the servers of a Chinese router company that had itself been accused by the US of potentially aiding government espionage.

Mom tries to Facebook-shame daughter, gets pizza on face[ Sat, 22 Mar 2014 15:36:05 PDT ]A mother makes her daughter pose for a picture to prove that it will travel far and wide on the Web. She ends up getting prank calls, pizza deliveries, and a lesson for herself.

YouTube's kingmaker[ Tue, 06 May 2014 16:46:06 EDT ]Maker Studios has turned YouTube hits into digital celebs. CNN takes you into the studio where video stars are grown.

Drones banned from Yosemite[ Mon, 05 May 2014 17:44:19 EDT ]If you're planning to enjoy this spring or summer at a national park, you'd better leave your drone at home.

Meet Netflix's stealthy new logo[ Tue, 06 May 2014 15:58:52 EDT ]Netflix has a new logo, but you're forgiven if you didn't notice.

A bug repellent that could save lives[ Mon, 05 May 2014 11:29:15 EDT ]When is bug spray more than just bug spray? When it's a compound that, according to researchers at Vanderbilt University, is thousands of times stronger than DEET, works on many different insects and could very well save lives.

Oculus wants 1 billion people in virtual reality[ Tue, 06 May 2014 17:39:55 EDT ]When Oculus, makers of a virtual-reality headset many view as the future of video gaming, agreed in March to a $2 billion buyout by Facebook, they weren't tempted by the success of "FarmVille" or "Candy Crush."

Same-Day Delivery Wars: Google Takes on Amazon[ Mon, 05 May 2014 17:27:55 GMT ]In the future, waiting a few days for an online delivery could become a thing of the past.On Monday, Google began offering its same-day delivery service, Shopping Express, in Manhattan and parts of Los Angeles.

Target CEO Gregg Steinhafel Steps Down After Data Breach[ Mon, 05 May 2014 17:27:55 GMT ]Target's chairman and CEO Gregg Steinhafel stepped down from both roles on Monday, effective immediately, after a huge data breach that hit millions of customers shook shopper confidence and lacerated profits.

Code Cracked: Mysterious NSA Tweet Is Decrypted in Seconds[ Mon, 05 May 2014 20:32:02 GMT ]NSA's recruiting office sent out a mystifying tweet Monday morning, prompting observers to question whether perhaps the agency had sent the nonsense message by accident.

Siri-ous Trouble? Hacker Cracks iPhone Lock Screen[ Mon, 05 May 2014 23:06:43 GMT ]Siri needs to brush up on her security. Using voice commands, one hacker claims it's possible to bypass the lock screen of an iOS device running version 7.1.1, access that phone's contacts list, and call a contact from the bypassed phone.The hack has its limitations.

Siri-ous Trouble? Hacker Claims to Crack iPhone Lock Screen[ Tue, 06 May 2014 00:39:48 GMT ]Siri needs to brush up on her security. Using voice commands, one hacker claims it's possible to bypass the lock screen of an iOS device running version 7.1.1, access that phone's contacts list, and call a contact from the bypassed phone.The reputed hack has its limitations.