Amazon Launches a Research Hub For Car Buyers[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 21:05:00 GMT ]Amazon is offering up car advice with the launch of a new research portal, however the retailer won't be acting as a virtual dealership.

WhatsApp to Share User Data With Facebook[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 21:16:00 GMT ]The company announced that it was updating its terms of service and privacy policy for the first time in four years.

How Trump Spent $8.4 Million to Play Digital Catch-up[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 10:59:53 GMT ]The Republican nominee's failure to turn his massive online support base into a robust fundraising tool is a missed opportunity.

Apple Fixes Security Flaw After Major Texting Hack[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 11:19:40 GMT ]Once infected, the phone could become a digital spy, capable of employing the iPhone's camera and microphone to snoop.

Where the Candidates Stand on Space Exploration[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 20:30:20 GMT ]If we're going to send the first humans to Mars in the early 2030s, the next U.S. President will need to be a strong supporter of space exploration.

Defense Department wants you to design its next biohazard suit - CNET[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:07:52 +0000 ]The Pentagon is crowdsourcing ideas for the next generation of protective gear for soldiers, offering a total of $250,000 in prizes.

Sprint launches pricier unlimited plan with HD video - CNET[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:17:15 +0000 ]Following in the footsteps of T-Mobile, Sprint's "Unlimited Freedom Premium" plan is $20 more than its $60 unlimited plan.

That dragon, rust: Mazda recalls 190,000 SUVs over suspension separation - Roadshow[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:21:01 +0000 ]Is there anything that water and salt can't screw up?

Nest plans to enlist 50K California customers in conservation program - CNET[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 14:58:11 +0000 ]The program could alleviate potential energy shortages, especially after a major gas leak in Southern California last year restricted supplies.

Hyundai creates the Voltron of connected-car apps - Roadshow[ Fri, 26 Aug 2016 15:02:12 +0000 ]It's merged its Blue Link and Car Care mobile apps to create MyHyundai with Blue Link.

Meet Octobot, chemical reaction-powered soft robot[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:18:34 EDT ]This dinky octopus isn't your average sea creature.

Was Venus once habitable? [ Sat, 13 Aug 2016 15:57:35 EDT ]Imagine a mostly dead planet with a heavy, toxic atmosphere 90 times thicker than ours and surface temperatures that reach 864 degrees: hot enough to melt lead.

NASA finds missing spacecraft[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 19:41:02 EDT ]Despite almost two years of silence, NASA never stopped searching for its long lost spacecraft STEREO-B.

'Earth-like' planet found nearby[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 19:41:19 EDT ]In a discovery that has been years in the making, researchers have confirmed the existence of a rocky planet named Proxima b orbiting Proxima Centauri, the closest star to our sun, according to a new study. It is the closest exoplanet to us in the universe.

Meteorologist on climate change: I shifted[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 06:48:47 EDT ]Although climate change is thought of as simply a political football, it has been a heated topic among meteorologists for years. I, for one, have changed my conclusion over time on whether humans are responsible for the increased heat content of the Earth.

'SNL' Star Leslie Jones' Personal Site Offline After Hacking[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 21:48:00 GMT ]Leslie Jones' personal website has been taken offline after it appeared hackers posted her driver's license and passport and explicit photos of the actress-comedienne.

Scammers Targeting Bank Followers on Instagram[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 23:57:00 GMT ]A new report details how scammers are targeting bank followers on Instagram in the hope of luring them into handing over money for fake investments.

Singapore Tries Out World's First Self-Driving Taxis[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 10:52:00 GMT ]Singapore is taking the next step in the move towards self-driving vehicles with the world's first public trial of self-driving taxis.

World's Largest Aircraft Nose Dives in 2nd Test Flight[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:09:14 GMT ]The hybrid of blimp, helicopter and airplane is designed to stay aloft for days at a time.

Fix Terrorism on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Say Lawmakers[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:19:24 GMT ]Social media firms including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are "consciously failing" to stop their sites from being used to promote ter

In Sweden and Finland, tech companies help refugees find work - CNET[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 14:32:21 +0000 ]Both Nordic nations are stretched thin processing thousands of new asylum seekers. The tech industry is lending a much-needed hand.

'That music is scary!' Robots react to the trailer for horror movie 'Morgan' - CNET[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 13:09:22 +0000 ]How will human-like robots react to the creepy trailer for a new movie starring Kate Mara and Paul Giamatti?

Amazon offers up car advice with Amazon Vehicles - Roadshow[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 14:19:54 +0000 ]The new site within Amazon.com can steer you to research on thousands of cars and trucks, as well as customer reviews.

Robots can now be your in-store greeter, what jobs should they take next? (Open_Tab) - CNET[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 13:00:03 +0000 ]Do you want to walk into the store and get help from a robot? Or ask an android waiter to fix a mistake with your meal at a restaurant? We chat about that possible future in this excerpt from Open_Tab.

WhatsApp draws closer to Facebook, makes it easier for businesses to message you - CNET[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 14:21:27 +0000 ]WhatsApp finally updates its terms and conditions, two years after being bought by Facebook.

Meet Octobot, chemical reaction-powered soft robot[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:18:34 EDT ]This dinky octopus isn't your average sea creature.

Was Venus once habitable? [ Sat, 13 Aug 2016 15:57:35 EDT ]Imagine a mostly dead planet with a heavy, toxic atmosphere 90 times thicker than ours and surface temperatures that reach 864 degrees: hot enough to melt lead.

NASA finds missing spacecraft[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 19:41:02 EDT ]Despite almost two years of silence, NASA never stopped searching for its long lost spacecraft STEREO-B.

'Earth-like' planet found nearby[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 19:41:19 EDT ]In a discovery that has been years in the making, researchers have confirmed the existence of a rocky planet named Proxima b orbiting Proxima Centauri, the closest star to our sun, according to a new study. It is the closest exoplanet to us in the universe.

Meteorologist on climate change: I shifted[ Thu, 25 Aug 2016 06:48:47 EDT ]Although climate change is thought of as simply a political football, it has been a heated topic among meteorologists for years. I, for one, have changed my conclusion over time on whether humans are responsible for the increased heat content of the Earth.

Tesla Improves Range, Acceleration With New Models[ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 20:14:00 GMT ]After Musk teased an announcement on Twitter, shares of Tesla jumped 2 percent this morning as investors awaited the news.

Forget Gold: Tokyo Medals Could Be Made From Old Phones[ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 20:20:08 GMT ]Japan is considering tapping into its mine of old consumer electronics to create Olympic medals made from the country's e-waste.

Missing Spacecraft Phones Home but Faces Uncertain Future[ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMT ]After performing a reset command on STEREO-B on Oct. 1, 2014, NASA lost contact with the spacecraft. That changed Sunday.

Fitbit Cleared of Stealing Jawbone's Trade Secrets[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 10:32:19 GMT ]Fitbit did not steal rival Jawbone's trade secrets, a trade judge ruled on Tuesday, dashing Jawbone's hopes of securing a ban against Fitbit.

New York Times Says Hackers Targeted Moscow Bureau[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 11:48:53 GMT ]The Federal Bureau of Investigation and other U.S. security agencies were investigating cyber breaches targeting reporters at the Times.

'Revenant' for kids: Honest Trailers praises 'Jungle Book' remake - CNET[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 14:03:27 +0000 ]Honest Trailers takes a critical look at the movie's lush CGI moments, deep plot points and celebrity voiceovers.

Dyson's hot and cool purifier is an air-pushing triple threat - CNET[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 14:10:53 +0000 ]We take a look at Dyson's all-new, extremely pricey purifying unit, the Pure Hot+Cool Link.

Baltimore police secretly using aerial camera surveillance, report says - CNET[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 14:51:55 +0000 ]The Baltimore Police Department has been using an aerial surveillance system borrowed from the Iraq War, according to Bloomberg.

​This Eleven figure from 'Stranger Things' needs to be real - CNET[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 15:07:05 +0000 ]Toy maker Funko crafts an Eleven figure from "Stranger Things" in its signature Pop Vinyl style, complete with an Eggo waffle and bloody nose.

How Facebook censors your posts (FAQ) - CNET[ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 15:28:58 +0000 ]High-profile videos involving the police and the black community have gripped the country in recent months. They've also put a spotlight on the confusing mess that is Facebook's censorship policies. We've put together the FAQ Facebook doesn't have to help you understand how, when and why you're being censored.

Addicted to your smartphone? Here's why[ Tue, 16 Aug 2016 20:31:19 EDT ]How many times a day do you check your smartphone?

Watch a timelapse of the Perseid meteor shower[ Mon, 15 Aug 2016 21:12:38 EDT ]The annual Perseid meteor shower is back this year, and it's as spectacular as ever.

Was Venus once habitable? [ Sat, 13 Aug 2016 15:57:35 EDT ]Imagine a mostly dead planet with a heavy, toxic atmosphere 90 times thicker than ours and surface temperatures that reach 864 degrees: hot enough to melt lead.

NASA re-establishes contact with missing vessel [ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 11:45:05 EDT ]Despite almost two years of silence, NASA never stopped searching for its long lost spacecraft STEREO-B.

Chinese cyber spies may be watching you[ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 17:20:01 EDT ]Despite repeated denials, China's track record points to participation in cyber espionage

AT&T Latest Provider to Offer Roaming in Cuba[ Mon, 22 Aug 2016 17:47:00 GMT ]AT&T said it had signed a deal with Cuba's state-owned telecoms provider to offer direct roaming services to its customers visiting Cuba.

U.S. Ready to Hand Off the Internet Naming System[ Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:43:30 GMT ]The United States will officially relinquish its authority over the internet's naming system on October 1.

With Delta's New Chip Tags, You Can Track Your Own Luggage[ Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:49:41 GMT ]Tracking technology being rolled out by Delta this year could make missing luggage a thing of the past.

Is Amazon Developing a $5 Music Subscription Service?[ Tue, 23 Aug 2016 15:37:17 GMT ]Amazon is working on a music subscription service that would cost $5 a month and only work on its Echo hardware, tech news website Recode reported.

N. Koreans Can Now Binge-Watch Kim Jong Un Movies[ Mon, 22 Aug 2016 16:47:00 GMT ]North Koreans will soon be able to binge watch "documentary films about the country's dear leaders" on a new Netflix-style service.