Thursday, March 23, 2017

Twitter is being unbundled before our eyes

Reddit and Twitch, Amazon's games-focused live-streaming site both add Twitter-like features.

Google's 'going to be just fine' despite ad controversy, said Vox CEO

Even so, advertisers are more closely scrutinizing the content their ads are appearing next to, Vox CEO Jim Bankoff told CNBC.

New emojis let you throw shade with style video - CNET

The next batch of likely emoji icons is getting attention, thanks to concept art from Emojipedia.

AutoComplete: Toyota refreshes the swagger wagon video - Roadshow

Plus: The Honda CR-V earns a top safety accolade, and Jaguar Land Rover cars can access unlimited data.

You can now use Facebook Live on your computer; here's how - CNET

Tired of using your phone for Facebook Live? There's (now) a computer for that.

Facebook Messenger gets Reactions and Mentions so it's more like Facebook - CNET

You can now add reaction emoji to individual messages and @ mentions in group chats.

Apple patent application points to iPhone-powered laptop video - CNET

A filing comes to light that shows a plan for marrying an iPhone to a laptop-like accessory.

'The Handmaid's Tale' trailer sets stage for horrifying future - CNET

Hulu's upcoming series based on the Margaret Atwood novel shows a future where women have been stripped of their rights. This trailer reveals how it happened.

Find out if your Facebook has been hacked video - CNET

Here's how to tell if someone is messing with your Facebook account, and what to do if you think someone has been. Also, steps to prevent it from happening in the first place.

iPhone 7 storage options: Why 32GB is likely not enough - CNET

May the 16GB iPhone rest in peace.

9 Amazon Prime TV shows you should definitely download - CNET

Need a binge for your next road trip? These series can go where you go thanks to Prime's offline-viewing option.

Alphabet chairman Eric Schmidt: we 'can't guarantee' ads won't appear next to offensive content

The former Google CEO Eric Schmidt said on Thursday that Google is working on a solution to ads appearing near offensive content.

The city with the most gadgets connected at home may surprise you

The city with the most gadgets connected at home may surprise you. Think it's in California? Think again.

4-year-old gets Siri to help save mom's life - CNET

Commentary: A UK child unlocks his unconscious mother's iPhone by pressing her thumb to the home button and asking Siri to call for help.

Samsung The Frame Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

It looks like a picture frame complete with digital still art, but The Frame is actually a TV.

Is the iPhone SE worth your time? (The 3:59, Ep. 199) - CNET

We talk about where the iPhone SE stacks up in Apple's portfolio, the latest Android watch and how to get our work out on!

Batman hands Aquaman his trident in 'Justice League' teaser - CNET

The new "Justice League" teaser is all about Jason Momoa as the king of the seas, and fans will see more in Saturday's trailer.

Listen to the Honda Civic Type R growl for the first time - Roadshow

This year is going to rock.

Very NSFW Deadpool musical mauls 'Beauty and the Beast' - CNET

A high-quality fan-made parody of "Beauty and the Beast" turns the song "Gaston" into a raunchy ode to Deadpool.

Welcome to CNET@Work and the future of your business - CNET

You're going to be a small business and your own boss. The only real questions are when and whether you go voluntarily or involuntarily.

Trump has a new tech whisperer in the White House

The president has tapped a Republican digital expert as he forms his tech policy ranks.

This is Amazon Alexa on a phone, and it isn’t threatening Siri anytime soon

Alexa just made its debut on an Android smartphone. Here's how it works.

Buy Apple because suppliers are 'excited' about the next iPhone, higher pricing, analyst says

Bank of America Merrill Lynch expects that demand for the next iPhone may outstrip supply for six months after launch.

Tesla Model 3 could be 10 times safer than the average car, says analyst

Safety in cars is the primary factor driving car sales, which means the Model 3 could be a huge seller.

Google adds new reasons to install its Duo and Allo apps - CNET

Updates will bring audio-only calls and file sharing to the video-calling and chat apps.

Deal alert: 4K Blu-ray discs now down to $15 at Best Buy - CNET

The highest-quality home video format available has hit low prices on titles like "Suicide Squad," "John Wick" and "Sicario."

I shot down drones and jumped between rooftops -- in VR - CNET

The startup Nomadic wants to build VR rooms where you experience in a whole new way the virtual world you see. Its setup changed the way I think about VR.

This former Googler wants to help you tweet better - CNET

With Post Intelligence, the woman who helped build Google+ thinks AI can get you more "likes."

2017 Honda CR-V earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ - Roadshow

Its forward crash protection earned a "Superior" rating.

Fruit-shaped sensor 'can improve freshness'

The sensor comes in orange, apple, banana and mango varieties and alerts to cooling problems.

iHeartRadio rocks past the 100 million user mark - CNET

The online arm of the terrestrial radio giant formerly known as Clear Channel continues to sign up new users.

Get an HMDX Chill portable Bluetooth speaker for $9.99 - CNET

Because sometimes you want a speaker that doesn't look like a brick. Plus: three pretty sweet bonus deals!

FCC gets tough on robocalls - CNET

The FCC approved new rules that gives phone companies more ammunition to fight annoying robocalls.

Jaguar Land Rover offers unlimited in-car internet for $20 per month - Roadshow

Sadly, it's a 3G connection for now, but the 2018 model year will change that.

You can launch the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon with the shift paddle - Roadshow

Dodge's TransBrake feature is the first time something like this has been offered in a production car.

Workflow already looked like an Apple product. Now it is one - CNET

Apple takes the plunge and buys a task-automation app it has long admired.

Apple patent points to a possible iPhone-powered laptop - CNET

A potential future accessory looks like a laptop with an iPhone-sized slot where the touchpad would be.

2018 Toyota Yaris Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow

Toyota's smallest car offers big upgrades in both the looks and tech departments.

Apple is closer to manufacturing phones in India, says report

Apple is getting closer to making a deal that would allow the company to start assembling its phones in India, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Bitcoin holds above $1,000 as traders fret about the cryptocurrency’s potential ‘fork’

Bitcoin has had a rough ride in the past few days as traders ponder the future of the underlying blockchain technology.

Analysts warn that Google's ad troubles may affect near-term revenue

Google's ad troubles are becoming a bigger concern to Wall Street, but analysts have yet to go completely negative on the company.

Apple just bought an amazing app, here's what you can do with it

Apple recently acquired a company named Workflow. Here's how the Workflow app works, and why the acquisition matters.

Banks and tech firms battle over something akin to gold: Your data

The clash points to recognition that personal digital records are among the most valuable currencies in the digital economy, The New York Times reports.

Snapchat shares climb higher as another Wall Street analyst goes 'neutral'

The firm says it is staying sidelined until "Snap validates its ability to fend of copy cat competition."

How to book dinner reservations with Siri

Here's how to use Siri to book dinner reservations at your favorite restaurant.

Make sure you're not replaced by a machine: Microsoft US chief marketer

Microsoft's CMO has called for marketers to "be part of the future" or risk being replaced by machines.

Here's why Tencent remains a top buy in China's internet space

Three reasons why analysts remain bullish on Chinese tech giant Tencent in 2017.

Bugatti Chiron: What lies beneath the skin - Roadshow

It takes a lot to make an all-conquering car as fast as the Chiron. Join us for a look beneath the skin.

2017 Bugatti Chiron Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow

The 1,500 horsepower Bugatti Chiron will do 261 mph, but this ballistic bruiser of a car is so much more than a set of numbers.

2018 Toyota Sienna Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow

With two brand new minivans in the segment, Toyota dropped its own revision at a perfect time.