Nintendo's tiny NES Classic Edition comes to Comic-Con - CNET[ Fri, 22 Jul 2016 11:37:01 +0000 ]The new miniature NES Classic Edition is on display alongside the original NES at Nintendo's Play Lounge outside San Diego Comic-Con.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories [ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Brutal video brings online harassment to life[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:27:51 EDT ]When do "mean tweets" cross the line from harmless to flat-out harassment? Here's a good rule of thumb: If you can't look the recipient in the eye while reading your clever insults, it's probably not OK.

Five Years Ago the Space Shuttle Program Ended[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 19:41:04 GMT ]On July 21, 2011, Atlantis landed in Florida, ending NASA's space shuttle program after captivating the world for 30 years.

Are Insurers Stuck in the Slow Lane on Smart Cars?[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 19:44:00 GMT ]As cars become more autonomous, liability will be absorbed by the manufacturer — creating challenges for the insurance industry.

Charges, Arrest in Crackdown on Illegal Movie Sharing Sites[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 23:41:00 GMT ]Prosecutors on Wednesday filed charges against a Ukrainian man accused of running the world's most often-visited website for illegally sharing movies.

Elon Musk Sees Tesla Becoming a Renewable Energy Enterprise[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 06:58:02 GMT ]Tesla Motors' founder and CEO released Wednesday a second installment of Tesla's 'Master Plan," a sequel to comments he posted online in 2006.

Despite Fatal Crash, Govt Stands by Self-Driving Cars[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 11:17:06 GMT ]The government will not abandon efforts to speed the development of self-driving cars, despite a fatal accident involving a Tesla on autopilot.

Anna Faris and Rhys Darby star in flight safety video you might actually watch - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:35:01 +0000 ]Air New Zealand wants you to have a safe flight -- and it's using celebrities and social media to make that happen.

Tinder users can now swipe right on group dates - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:00:02 +0000 ]With Tinder Social, the more the merrier. The viral dating app has a new feature to bring together groups for a night out.

Michelle Obama talks Snapchat and sings Beyonce in 'Carpool Karaoke' - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:10:08 +0000 ]The First Lady of the United States rocks out to Beyonce, Stevie Wonder and Missy Elliott with "The Late Late Show" host James Corden in a carpool tour around the White House grounds.

Apple free to open stores in India thanks to special exemption, report says - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:35:53 +0000 ]The iPhone maker has been deemed "cutting edge" enough to get a three year exemption from local laws, according to Bloomberg.

Japan issues Pokemon Go safety guide ahead of game's launch - CNET[ Thu, 21 Jul 2016 10:51:26 +0000 ]The Japanese government recommends keeping cool under the hot sun and not wandering into dangerous areas.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories [ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Brutal video brings online harassment to life[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:27:51 EDT ]When do "mean tweets" cross the line from harmless to flat-out harassment? Here's a good rule of thumb: If you can't look the recipient in the eye while reading your clever insults, it's probably not OK.

Border Patrol's Social Media Proposal Comes Under Fire[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 15:24:00 GMT ]A controversial federal proposal to ask people visiting the country under the visa waiver program for their social media handles has come under fire.

Twitter Eases Process for Getting a Verified Account[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 19:09:00 GMT ]Twitter announced Tuesday it has created an online application process for users to apply for a verified status.

Tom Brokaw on Social Media As a Force in 2016 Election[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:59 GMT ]Donald Trump uses Twitter to galvanize millions in an election cycle where social media has dictated the rules.

Twitter Suspends Accounts After 'Ghostbusters' Actor Abused[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:47:34 GMT ]Twitter said it had moved to suspend some accounts for harassment after Ghostbusters actor Leslie Jones drew new attention to the issue.

McDonald's Japan Scores First 'Pokemon Go' Deal: Report[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:37:00 GMT ]McDonald's restaurants in Japan may become Pokemon "gyms," said a report Wednesday. But gamers in Japan are still waiting for the game to launch.

Uber pairs with satellite imaging company for better location data - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:04:36 +0000 ]DigitalGlobe will be providing Uber with high-resolution satellite imagery for better data on pick-up locations.

The Eagle has landed: 11 amazing facts about Apollo 11 - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 07:01:02 +0000 ]On this day: 1969, July 20, humans for the first time walked on the moon. Here are 11 fascinating facts about the Apollo 11 mission.

This bookmark doubles as a reading light - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:26:38 +0000 ]Japanese designer Kouichi Okamoto has used silver conducting and nanoparticle ink to lighten up reading.

Take pictures by blinking with Blincam on your glasses - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 10:31:44 +0000 ]A team in Japan has developed sensors that allow the camera to differentiate between usual blinking and a purposeful wink.

Spotify could go public next year, report says - CNET[ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 11:30:28 +0000 ]The Swedish streaming service is reported to be considering an IPO, but may have to bring down payments to the music industry to become profitable.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

NASA rebuts UFO speculation[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:40 EDT ]NASA denied claims by amateur observers that it cut off a video feed from the International Space Station to avoid showing a UFO.

NASA: Hottest June on record[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:18:57 EDT ]The first six months of 2016 were the hottest ever recorded, NASA announced on Tuesday, while Arctic sea ice now covers 40% less of the Earth than it did just 30 years ago.

The best and worst Pokemon Go stories [ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:23:42 EDT ]Y'all, Pokemon Go has been out for just over a week and it has already inspired enough craziness and hot takes to last us until the end of time. If we wrote about every single funny tweet or poor sap who fell in a lake while trying to catch a Rattata (not worth it), we would never sleep.

Brutal video brings online harassment to life[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:27:51 EDT ]When do "mean tweets" cross the line from harmless to flat-out harassment? Here's a good rule of thumb: If you can't look the recipient in the eye while reading your clever insults, it's probably not OK.

Twitter Praised for Swift Response to Nice Propaganda[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 10:22:17 GMT ]Twitter moved swiftly to remove posts from Islamic extremists glorifying a truck attack in Nice, France, watchdog groups said.

Nintendo Pushed for Change After Pokemon Go Success[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 10:56:20 GMT ]The phenomenal success of Pokemon Go and the surge in Nintendo's market value by $17 billion has led to a push for change at the company.

Who's Keeping Your Car Safe From Cyber Thieves? Hackers.[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 13:31:00 GMT ]Hacking has become one of the auto industry's biggest concerns, especially as modern cars add more and electronic controls and infotainment systems.

Uber Has Now Completed More Than 2 Billion Rides[ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 15:58:00 GMT ]Uber has completed more than 2 billion trips on its app, the company's chief executive said on Monday.

With No News on a Sale, Yahoo Stock Stays Static[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 10:54:00 GMT ]Yahoo reported on Monday that its revenue beat expectations, though its quarterly earnings were slightly lower than projected.

The Rock continues quest to dominate all media, launches YouTube channel - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 06:55:37 +0000 ]Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson teams up with YouTube starts to bring "fresh, innovative, non-pornographic material" to YouTube.

Internet explodes over similarities between Melania Trump's speech and Michelle Obama's - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 07:32:42 +0000 ]Technically Incorrect: Within hours of Donald Trump's wife making a speech at the Republican National Convention, retweets and YouTube comparisons suggested that there might have been a touch of plagiarism.

Stylish DIY Pokedex cover helps with Pokemon Go battery woes - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 07:54:25 +0000 ]Sparkfun user Nick Poole has created a handy DIY Pokedex smartphone cover that adds 2,600mAh to your device's battery life.

Pokemon Go player detained after wandering into military base - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 09:49:46 +0000 ]The 27-year-old man was later released when it became clear he had entered the Indonesian military complex unintentionally, while hunting for Pokemon.

Will unicorns turn into 'uni-corpses'? VC funding tells a cautionary tale - CNET[ Tue, 19 Jul 2016 11:00:02 +0000 ]Investors are pumping the brakes in Silicon Valley. A new report indicates a slowdown in investments is continuing, with some hope for a rebound going into 2017.

Coded message seen on Mars?[ Wed, 13 Jul 2016 12:04:48 EDT ]Yes, astronomers have discovered dark sand dunes on Mars that resemble Morse code. But no, they don't think little green men are trying to tell us something.

Hundreds of new galaxies discovered[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:05:26 EDT ]A South African radio telescope has revealed hundreds of galaxies in a tiny corner of the universe where only 70 had been seen before.

Social media: All-access pass to power? [ Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:28:50 EDT ]Turkish President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan's response to the botched coup attempt this weekend revealed something important about the laws of power in social media. Like other turning points in the Middle East since 2011, the news was relayed first and foremost by smartphones. But unlike the events in Cairo's Tahrir Square, which many called the "Facebook Revolution," in Turkey the revolutionaries were not the ones pointing the cameras.

How Pokemon Go is changing the world[ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 17:11:08 EDT ]Pokémon Go could herald a change in the way that we consume media, says Sam Roberts