Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Walt Mossberg: Today's AI will look 'primitive' in 10 years
Today's mass-market AI software and hardware will, in only 10 years or so, look as primitive and quaint as the Apple II does now.
More Google trouble: AT&T pulls non-search Google ads as concerns mount about hate content
AT&T said Google must "ensure this won't happen again," according to The Wall Street Journal.
Baidu stock down after chief AI scientist leaves
At least one analyst considers the departure a blow to Baidu's AI strategy.
Chinese internet giant Tencent's social apps are growing faster than Facebook
Chinese internet giant Tencent, owner of social app WeChat, reported fourth-quarter and annual earnings results Wednesday.
'Mystery Science Theater 3000' trailer blasts off to Netflix - CNET
Take your first look at the "MST3K" reboot, coming to Netflix in the not-too-distant future.
See the end of 'Rogue One' flow perfectly into 'A New Hope' - CNET
A Star Wars fan stitches together the two movies, and you'd never know that four decades in the real world separate the beginning and end of a classic scene from a galaxy far, far away.
What do you think Android O stands for? (The 3:59, Ep. 198) - CNET
We talk about the upcoming version of Android, Uber's CEO sticking around, and music and VR at South by Southwest.
LastPass fixes just-discovered vulnerabilities - CNET
Security bugs in the password manager that could have led to passwords being stolen were fixed in less than day, according to the researcher who found them.
Samsung Pay joins India's digital-payments movement - CNET
The country's push towards the cashless economy continues.
Kenya Revenue Authority 'lost $39m to hacker'
An IT expert appears in court charged with stealing $39m from Kenya's national tax authority.
Samsung’s Bixby Hopes the World Needs Another Voice Assistant
Simulated Mars dust makes for weird 3D-printed objects - CNET
European Space Agency researchers print a tiny igloo and a wall corner out of fake Mars dust -- and they look like something you wouldn't want to step in.
Apple is due for a correction, don't 'expect carnage,' says analyst
The tech giant will likely see its stock drop soon, but investors shouldn't expect a huge plunge, technical analyst Tom McClellan told CNBC on Wednesday.
How to get daily news briefings from Alexa
Amazon's personal assistant can help you start your day right by reading you the news. Here's how it works.
Meet the man whose site Mark Zuckerberg reads every day
Gabe Rivera, founder and CEO of Techmeme, influences the most powerful Silicon Valley CEOs.
OnePlus boards hype train with another limited-edition black 3T - CNET
In partnership with Hypebeast, OnePlus turns the most common phone color into a special edition.
Maserati recalls 3,300 Levante crossovers for software bug - Roadshow
The bug may cause the engine to stall at very low speeds.
You can now 'send to Kindle' from Safari on your iPhone - CNET
The Kindle for iOS app's latest update adds the feature to Apple's native browser, though it's been available in Chrome and Firefox.
Moving dartboard makes for perfect aim - CNET
You almost always get a bullseye with this moving dartboard created by YouTuber and former NASA engineer Mark Rober.
This $100M email scam tripped up two big US tech companies - CNET
The victims were a social network and an "internet-related services" company, according to the feds.
McLaren's three-seat hypercar is already sold out, naturally - Roadshow
If you want one, you'll have to pay through the wazoo on the secondhand market.
Your emails: The future of car dashboard displays video - Roadshow
Cooley explains why OLED is a smart technology for the future of your dashboard.
What to expect from Samsung's Galaxy S8 event on March 29
Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ on March 29. Here's what you can expect from the new Android smartphone.
LinkedIn wants to keep you up on Trending Storylines - CNET
The professional network revamps its news feature to try to keep members on the site longer as part of its ongoing redesign efforts.
Google Maps can tell your friends exactly where you are - CNET
The search giant introduces a feature that lets you share your location or route with friends.
LG to launch mobile payment service in South Korea this year - CNET
LG Pay is set to debut via the G6 flagship phone on LG's home turf in the third quarter.
Get a folding portable Bluetooth keyboard for $18.89 - CNET
This is just the thing for those times when an onscreen keyboard won't do. Plus: Serious savings on a VR drone!
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 review - CNET
The Galaxy Tab S3 is an impeccably designed tablet with an impressive stylus and stunning HD screen.
Your next New York bus ride may come with Wi-Fi and USB ports - Roadshow
Any upgrade to any bus is a welcome one.
Amazon Alexa on a phone: What's the big deal? - CNET
Amazon's voice assistant has arrived on phones, which is... cool? Redundant? Here's how it might help you, and how it won't.
Amazon Alexa comes to its first Android phone - CNET
But don't expect a mini Amazon Echo or Tap in your pocket.
5 settings every Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 owner should change - CNET
Multitask like a pro, take a break from constant notifications and sleep better at night with these quick settings tweaks.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is a sexy HDR tablet with stylus - CNET
The 9.7-inch HDR-ready tablet is the first of its kind.
Alexa -- and retailers -- want to get to know you better - CNET
Software giant Adobe helps Amazon's digital assistant get more personal by employing a whole lot of data.
Two major US technology firms 'tricked out of $100m'
A Lithuanian man has been charged with a phishing scam in which he was wired large amounts of money.
Instagram tries to steal ad dollars from Snap by proving it drives sales
Instagram's new features help prove return on investment, something advertisers have complained about with Snap.
Amazon's Alexa just conquered another phone
As promised at CES, the Huawei Mate 9 will get Amazon's intelligent assistant starting today.
Android O released to developers, Reddit profiles incoming video - CNET
All the tech stories that matter include Google's release of Android O to developers, Reddit slowly rolling out user profiles and Twitter cracking down heavily on extremist spam accounts.
Gene therapy: What personalized medicine means for you - CNET
From CNET Magazine: What if the next pill you took were tailored to your genetic makeup? That day is almost here.
Indian IT firms brace for tougher H-1B regulations - CNET
Indian IT firms adjust their visa strategies in the US as the government begins accepting foreign work applications next month.
New Vitamix blenders talk to your smoothie containers video - CNET
The Ascent line will use wireless connectivity to determine the best blend settings for the container you use.
Kitchenaid's compact cold brew gadget is made to live in your fridge video - CNET
Even though it's small enough to slide into fridges, the Kitchenaid Cold Brew Coffee Maker has room to brew in big batches.
Here are the 9 best features in Android O - CNET
Google released a developer version of Android O, and here are some of our favorite features and why you should actually care.
5 products to make your home smart today - CNET
You don't have to go installation-crazy to have an awesome smart home.
Fridge, charger, and speakers combine to form the Sobro coffee table video - CNET
The uncanny Sobro coffee table holds a beverage fridge, charges mobile devices, and plays music over Bluetooth.
Snap stock rises after clinching its second 'buy' rating
Snap closed more than 2 percent higher on Tuesday after receiving its second "buy" rating from a Wall Street firm.
Amazon to expand counterfeit removal program in overture to sellers
Amazon.com is expanding a program to remove counterfeit goods from its website.
Microsoft just showed off exactly what Salesforce was worried about
Microsoft just took a direct swipe at Salesforce with a new enterprise-ready version of LinkedIn's Sales Navigator customer relationship management product
UK tech salaries 44% higher than other industries
UK Tech is 'leaps and bounds ahead of anywhere else’
Congress Holding Hearing on Facial Recognition Tech
Facial recognition technology is so pervasive that more than 400 million pictures of Americans' faces are archived in law enforcement networks, according to one federal report from last year.NBC News...
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