Friday, June 27, 2014

Google Seeks to Unify the Large and Small Screens
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 19:17:51 GMT ]
The latest announcements from Apple and Google indicate both tech giants want to eliminate all barriers between the phone, the PC and the TV.






U.S.-Germany World Cup Match Scores Big for ESPN App
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 20:40:44 GMT ]
Did you watch Thursday’s much-hyped U.S. vs. Germany World Cup match on your computer or mobile device? You weren’t alone.






Robotic Exoskeleton Suit Gets FDA Approval
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 23:05:16 GMT ]
A robotic exoskeleton that helps paralyzed people walk again has won Food and Drug Administration approval, meaning anyone can buy one.






Tofu Ingredient Could Lead to Cheaper Solar Energy
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 23:20:34 GMT ]
What do solar panels and tofu have in common? Not much yet, but that could be about to change.






Could a Blood Test Predict Breast Cancer Risk?
[ Fri, 27 Jun 2014 00:27:39 GMT ]
Researchers may have a new approach to testing a woman’s risk for breast cancer, even if she doesn’t have an inherited genetic mutation.






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.

What we want in Apple's smartwatch
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:56:02 EDT ]
Rumored for years, the long-awaited smartwatch from Apple may finally become reality in a few months.

Peeping drone alarms undressed woman
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 13:51:12 EDT ]
A woman says she spotted a drone peeping at her as she was getting dressed in her Washington apartment. KIRO reports.

What will Aereo's TV watchers do now?
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 17:47:14 EDT ]
Aereo, the embattled startup that captured shows from the broadcast airwaves and let users stream them digitally to their computers, smartphones or tablets, is essentially dead after a Supreme Court ruling Wednesday.

Meet NASA's new deep-space craft
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 17:37:21 EDT ]
The U.S. space shuttle program retired in 2011, leaving American astronauts to hitchhike into orbit. But after three long years, NASA's successor is almost ready to make an entrance.

NASA's deep-space craft readying for launch
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 13:30:12 EDT ]
The U.S. space shuttle program retired in 2011, leaving American astronauts to hitchhike into orbit. But after three long years, NASA's successor is almost ready to make an entrance.

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Facebook Diversity Stats: About as Bad as Yahoo, Google
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 21:42:46 GMT ]
Facebook released its first diversity report, revealing that its global staff is only 31 percent female.






HotelTonight Adds Keyless Entry and Mobile Check-In
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 23:19:27 GMT ]
The experimental features will likely become a routine part of the travel experience within five or 10 years, CEO Sam Shank said Wednesday.






What the Supreme Court's Aereo Ruling Means for Your TV
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 01:05:44 GMT ]
The Supreme Court decision against Aereo reaches beyond its customers. Here's what industry watchers say the ruling could mean.






Court Ruling Could Put Aereo Out of Business
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 02:17:51 GMT ]
Supreme Court rules internet start-up Aereo must pay broadcasters for re-transmitted content. Chris Clackum reports.






Fun Ways To Watch the U.S.-Germany World Cup Match
[ Thu, 26 Jun 2014 09:35:06 GMT ]
Thursday’s USA-Germany World Cup match promises to be one big watch party, whether your indoors or outside.






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.

Supreme Court: Warrant needed to search phones
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 15:15:18 EDT ]
The Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously ruled that police may not search the cell phones of criminal suspects upon arrest without a warrant -- a sweeping endorsement for privacy rights.

What we want in Apple's smartwatch
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:56:02 EDT ]
Rumored for years, the long-awaited smartwatch from Apple may finally become reality in a few months.

NASA tests World Cup match ball
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 11:34:20 EDT ]
Adidas created the official ball of the 2014 FIFA World Cup featuring an innovative six-panel design. NASA takes a look.

Saving 120 years of cultural history
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 17:21:08 EDT ]
When the Library of Congress comes to mind, most of us don't think of movies, TV shows or old-school vinyl.

Peeping drone alarms undressed woman
[ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 13:51:12 EDT ]
A woman says she spotted a drone peeping at her as she was getting dressed in her Washington apartment. KIRO reports.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

How High Are Your Goosebumps? New Technology Tells
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 19:11:17 GMT ]
A new device can measure your goosebumps.






Google I/O Rumor Roundup: What to Watch (a Smartwatch?)
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:12:18 GMT ]
Google's I/O developer conference kicks off Wednesday, and a slew of new consumer products are expected -- from smartwatches to Android in your car.






Google's Nest Promises A 'Jetson's' Lifestyle
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:28:56 GMT ]
All this talk about the Internet of Things might sound like your Space Age home of the future is here -- but if you move in, expect a few bugs.






Leaked YouTube Music Contract Angers Indie Labels
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:50:54 GMT ]
A leaked contract for participating in an upcoming YouTube streaming music service is making waves among independent artists and labels.






Amazon's Delivery-by-Drones Plans May Stay Grounded
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 23:26:59 GMT ]
FAA documents indicate Amazon won't be rolling out drones for delivery anytime soon.






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.

What we want in Apple's smartwatch
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:56:02 EDT ]
Rumored for years, the long-awaited smartwatch from Apple may finally become reality in a few months.

World Cup: Biggest social event ever?
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:56:21 EDT ]
Clint Dempsey may have scored the go-ahead goal for the United States in what would ultimately be a gut-wrenching tie with Portugal in Sunday's World Cup game. But on social media, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo was three times as popular as the American striker.

Guys, your Tinder pics need help
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:14:15 EDT ]
Whitney uses the dating app, but she's been on there long enough to recognize the most clichéd pictures men use.

How to date a genius
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 07:19:45 EDT ]
It takes a special person to join Mensa.

Google wants to sell domain names
[ Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:11:31 EDT ]
Google already is a major player in search, online mapping, social networking and other key functions of the Web. Now it wants to sell domain names, too.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Google Glass Goes On Sale in U.K.
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:11:35 GMT ]
Google is now selling Glass in the United Kingdom, expanding the market for the wearable tech outside the U.S. for the first time.






Windfall: Will This Battery Change Renewable Energy Forever?
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 20:06:22 GMT ]
A small Cambridge, Mass. company backed by Bill Gates hopes their liquid metal battery will make energy use much more efficient.






Cruise Kit Turns Your Audi Into Self-Driving Car
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 20:38:26 GMT ]
Google isn't likely be the first to put the keys to self-driving car technology in consumers’ hands. That honor will go to a startup called Cruise.






Google Tests Domain Registration Service
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 22:03:19 GMT ]
Watch out, GoDaddy. Google is jumping into the Internet domain name registry business.






Amnesty International Releases 'Panic Button' App
[ Mon, 23 Jun 2014 22:07:58 GMT ]
A new app lets you warn trusted contacts and give them your location just by hitting the power button on your phone a few times.