UN Meeting Opens Way for Satellite Tracking of Jets[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 19:09:08 GMT ]A deal reached at a U.N. meeting on Wednesday opens the way for satellite tracking of airliners.

Happy Face? Microsoft Tool Scans Your Photos for Emotions[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 20:17:56 GMT ]Can a computer know how you're feeling? With a little smarts and a lot of reference photos, it can at least make a guess.

Governments Requesting More User Data from Facebook[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 21:40:48 GMT ]Governments around the world are increasingly asking Facebook to cough up personal data on its users.

Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg Is Christening a New Navy Sub[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 23:44:49 GMT ]The U.S. Navy has made an unconventional choice to sponsor its newest submarine: Facebook's chief operating officer.

Disney Smartwatch Knows What You're Touching[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 00:00:49 GMT ]Some smartwatches know your heart rate, and some know your location — but do any know what appliance you're using, or what door you're opening?

Action heats up in new images from Netflix's Marvel series 'Jessica Jones' (pictures)[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 04:06:35 GMT ]See more of the ex-superhero turned detective, her allies, and her nemesis the Purple Man in these new shots from Netflix's upcoming Marvel series "Jessica Jones" set in New York's Hell's Kitchen.

Why I'm excited for 'Jessica Jones'[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 04:59:43 GMT ]Commentary: Who is this wild-eyed woman staking out the same city as Matt Murdock in the popular "Daredevil"? CNET's Bonnie Burton explains why Netflix's upcoming superpowered P.I. show should pack a punch.

The top Black Friday deals you can get at Best Buy[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 05:29:32 GMT ]​Best Buy has posted a 27-page catalog detailing its Black Friday deals. These are the ones worth checking out.

Asus confirms it's bringing out a set of augmented reality glasses next year[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 05:38:38 GMT ]The electronics giant has previously talked with Microsoft about building a cheaper version of its HoloLens, which will arrive next year for $3,000.

Amazon's 'Man in the High Castle' too 'expensive and dangerous' for TV networks, creator says[ Thu, 12 Nov 2015 11:18:48 GMT ]Former "X-Files" writer Frank Spotnitz says his cinematic new Philip K. Dick adaptation found financial and creative freedom at Amazon.

Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."

Hypersonic rocket engine could 'revolutionize' travel[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:44 GMT ]

How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:07:04 GMT ]I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.

Can micro-homes offer housing solution?[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:08:26 GMT ]

How to make science safer for women[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:12:55 GMT ]It's a lesson most female astronomers learn at some point in their careers when they face unwanted sexual behavior from professors, advisers or anyone who holds their future in their hands.

Stylograph Smart Pen Lets You Write in Style[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 20:30:40 GMT ]Anyone who jots down notes or sketches frequently can imagine the convenience of being able to quickly digitize and share their creations.

Binge On! T-Mobile Unveils Free Video Streaming[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 21:24:35 GMT ]Can't stop binge-watching "House of Cards?" Now T-Mobile customers can stream all the video they want for free ... well, except for YouTube videos.

Google Defeats Most Claims in Browser Tracking Lawsuit[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 23:05:46 GMT ]Four computer users had accused Google of bypassing their Web browser cookie blockers.

Why You Can't Mention Tsu.co on Facebook[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 23:43:02 GMT ]Facebook defends its Tsu ban as a way to prevent its service from turning into a hangout for scam artists and opportunists.

2 Fantasy Sports Sites Ordered to Stop Taking Bets in N.Y.[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:36:58 GMT ]State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman ordered fantasy sports companies DraftKings and FanDuel on Tuesday to stop accepting bets in the state.

Jawbone user data shows Indians sleep less than most westerners[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 05:27:54 GMT ]The US-based wearables company has been compiling data on the sleeping and walking habits of its Indian Jawbone Up users, reporting that they rest and walk less than many westerners.

Space junk: What happens when it crashes back to Earth? (pictures)[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:37:34 GMT ]Millions of pieces of debris are floating in space right now. One in particular is set to return in a fabulous fireball.

Asia-based ride-booking service GrabTaxi to offer carpooling services[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:11:02 GMT ]The Uber-equivalent of the region plans to offer carpooling services in Singapore and five other countries that will allow customers to save cash on their commute.

Alibaba made $1 billion in 8 minutes[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 09:45:51 GMT ]China is in the throes of the world's single largest day of shopping, Single's day. Shoppers are expected to spend a record amount of money, mainly through online platforms like Alibaba and JD.com.

Google finally pulling the plug on Chrome for Windows XP[ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 11:29:11 GMT ]Chrome will no longer be supported on older versions of Windows and Mac OS X from April 2016.

Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."

Hypersonic rocket engine could 'revolutionize' travel[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:44 GMT ]

How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:07:04 GMT ]I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.

Can micro-homes offer housing solution?[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:08:26 GMT ]

How to make science safer for women[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 18:12:55 GMT ]It's a lesson most female astronomers learn at some point in their careers when they face unwanted sexual behavior from professors, advisers or anyone who holds their future in their hands.

Gamers Get Excited for the 'Fallout 4' Release[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 20:12:30 GMT ]If your coworker calls in sick on Tuesday, chances are that "Fallout 4" is to blame.

'Modern-Day Indiana Jones' Wins $1 Million TED Prize[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 20:16:27 GMT ]Sarah Parcak has been described as a 'modern-day Indiana Jones' for her field exploits.

Dyson' High-End Robot Vacuum Coming to U.S. Next Year[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 23:26:45 GMT ]Robot vacuums are still a rare sight these days, but it's not for want of selection — and now Dyson is bringing its ultra-fancy 360 Eye to the US.

Massachusetts Teens Use Tech Savvy to Sell Cars[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:14:22 GMT ]Thomas Pugsley is in many ways an average teenager. But when he goes to his after-school job, he's not bagging groceries.

Scientists Spot 'Weird' Ice-Spewing Volcanoes on Pluto[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:22:04 GMT ]The discovery raises questions about how the tiny, distant world has been so geologically active.

This huge new fusion reactor took 19 years to build (Tomorrow Daily 272)[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 00:29:26 GMT ]Germany's newest nuclear fusion reactor took over 19 years and 1 million hours to complete. Obviously, it's a major undertaking, but even though it has a huge footprint, this particular type of reactor has some benefits compared with other types of designs.

Obama: Hello, Facebook! Let's get serious, and have fun too[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 01:26:44 GMT ]The president in May attracted more than a million followers less than five hours after sending his first tweet. Now he's going after the "Like" votes.

Custom circuit board printer takes out 2015 James Dyson Award[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 06:00:59 GMT ]A team of Canadian engineers has taken out one of the world's top design prizes with a 3D printer that prints out customised circuit boards with the press of a button.

China looking to scrub its Internet of offensive songs[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 08:58:34 GMT ]The People's Republic is taking aim on music, ordering all music streaming companies to examine songs before they're released to the public to ensure they're not violent, overly sexual or inappropriate.

Wearable tech takes flight as UK airline EasyJet debuts LED and sensor-studded uniforms[ Tue, 10 Nov 2015 10:34:02 GMT ]Crew at the short-haul airline could soon be sporting wearable tech to help light up your flight.

How to 'lasso' a Goodyear 'blimp'[ Thu, 05 Nov 2015 19:52:35 GMT ]I'm sitting in a gigantic Mack truck. Fifty feet away, a huge blimp nearly as long as a football field hovers in front of me, filling up the windshield.

Solar wind transformed Mars[ Fri, 06 Nov 2015 18:59:40 GMT ]NASA delivered key findings by its Maven spacecraft that reveal what happened to the Martain atmosphere.

Meet the people who 'live in the future'[ Fri, 06 Nov 2015 20:08:28 GMT ]

Google Doodle honors actress, inventor Hedy Lamarr[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:10 GMT ]She was a glamorous Hollywood actress who romanced Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Stewart onscreen and was hailed as "the world's most beautiful woman."

Hypersonic rocket engine could 'revolutionize' travel[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:10:44 GMT ]

FCC: We Can't Force Companies to Stop Tracking You Online[ Sat, 07 Nov 2015 00:40:09 GMT ]The FCC decided Friday that it can't force Internet companies like Google, Facebook and ad providers from tracking users online.

Apple Defeats Class Action Lawsuit Over Bag Searches[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 05:58:14 GMT ]Employees sued to be reimbursed for the time taken by Apple to search their bags to ensure they did not steal any merchandise.

Google, Heart Association Team Up On New Research Venture[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 21:05:39 GMT ]A company whose name is synonymous with eyeballs on the Internet is turning its attention to hearts.

Why Millennials Are Buying More Vinyl Records[ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 23:03:25 GMT ]The entertainment industry always loves a good comeback story, and music's latest resurgence is no exception.

Google Honors '40s Hollywood Star (and Not for Her Acting)[ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 10:25:57 GMT ]Monday's Google Doodle celebrates the beauty and brains of actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr, who would've turned 101 on Nov. 9.