Friday, March 24, 2017
Samsung said to be disabling Galaxy Note 7's battery charging - CNET
The few surviving Galaxy Note 7's could be killed off after this move.
Deep dive: Take a look at the tech in the Bugatti Chiron video - Roadshow
Take a look at the tech inside the concert hall on wheels that is the Bugatti Chiron.
A30 Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET
You'll be able to pick up this wallet-friendly Android phone from Alcatel in metallic silver with a textured back.
Robotic barman pours Rory a pint
The BBC’s technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones gets a beer poured for him by a robotic barman - but how long does it take?
Roost Smart Water Leak and Freeze Detector review - CNET
This new leak detector gives you high-end features for a mid-range price.
Elon Musk shows off first 'release candidate' Model 3 - Roadshow
It's a quick video, but this is your first chance to see a near-production Model 3 in motion -- and a cheeky explanation of why it's called Model 3 in the first place.
The RS badge might be coming to a Ford crossover near you - Roadshow
People like performance. People really like crossovers. We should have seen this coming.
Amazon Prime Air drone completes its first US public delivery - CNET
At the MARS 2017 conference, Amazon's drone delivery arm ships over some sunscreen.
First of Three Spacewalks Underway at ISS
Two astronauts left the International Space Station on Friday to prepare the orbiting laboratory for the arrival of commercial space taxis and to tackle some maintenance.
Weekend Streaming: 'Buffy,' 'Angel' and 'X-Files' leaving Netflix by April - CNET
As March draws to a close, Netflix is getting rid of a lot of awesome, nerdy shows. Watch them while you still can!
Instagram adds two-factor authentication, security features - CNET
The social network is also adding filters for sensitive photos and videos on feeds.
How to watch DVDs and Blu-rays for free in Windows 10 - CNET
Microsoft wants to charge you $15 to spin your old movies, and doesn't even support Blu-ray. Fortunately, there are freebie alternatives.
Toyota gains access to Microsoft connected car patents - Roadshow
It's the biggest arrangement Microsoft's reached with an automaker to date.
The bid to stream NFL: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or Amazon? - CNET
Twitter had a successful run with the NFL last season. Now, other tech giants are hoping for an interception.
Here's how Google can sell ads next to offensive content and not know about it
Google's ad adjacency program has brought to light the good and bad things about buying ads on its platforms.
At Facial Recognition Hearing, Congress Attacks FBI
Democrats and Republicans alike hammered the FBI on Wednesday for its use of facial recognition software to identify potential suspects, saying the technology fosters racial bias, leads to arrests of innocent...
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Costco Wholesale Expands Test of Home Grocery Delivery
Costco is ramping up its home grocery delivery efforts by teaming up with another third-party service, CNBC reported.Shipt, an online grocery delivery service, said Tuesday it was adding Costco to its delivery...
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Red iPhone 7s Will Soon Hit Apple Stores
The palette of colors that iPhones come in is increasing this week, as Apple releases a red special edition of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.
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Uber President Jeff Jones Resigns, Cites Differences in "Beliefs"
Uber President Jeff Jones has resigned just six months after joining its ranks."We want to thank Jeff for his six months at the company and wish him all the best," Uber spokeswoman Sophie Schmidt said in...
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'Loads of Love': Apple Engineer Converts Van Into Mobile Laundromat for Homeless
Ron Powers, a mechanical engineer at Apple, turned a used van into a mobile laundromat and made it available for free to the homeless of Santa Cruz, California. He said he spent many years focused on studying...
Japan's new digital vending machines eliminate coin fumbling - CNET
QR codes become the payment method for snagging your favorite drink.
Mazda offers a new hardtop MX-5, but you can't have one - Roadshow
I mean, you could, but you probably wouldn't want to.
2018 Toyota Yaris picks up some European flair - Roadshow
Borrowing from its overseas brethren, the Yaris' refresh adds a new look and a healthy dose of tech.
Alteryx shares pop 20% in trading debut
The data analytics company was listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AYX."
Shares of Game Stop plummet on reports of lost sales
Shares of Game Stop fell Friday after the company reported sales declines in almost all of its segments during the fourth quarter.
Meet the lawyer trying to make US tech giants pay more taxes. His first target: Uber
Lawyer Jolyon Maugham took an Uber to the company's London headquarters to deliver a letter which could cost it millions.
Robots could threaten four out of 10 US jobs by 2030 but Mnuchin 'not worried at all'
US Treasury Secretary says robots won't affect US jobs for at least 50 years.
OK Google Home, give a clear answer about CIA and spying - CNET
Watch what happens when you ask a Google Home about the CIA. Things get defensive, really fast.
The Bugatti Chiron is a cerulean stunner - Roadshow
Bugatti's $2.6 million, 261 mph hypercar isn't just a monster, it's a beautiful charmer.
This robot will deliver a burrito to your door - CNET
Feeling peckish? DoorDash is using Starship robots to deliver food in Redwood City, California.
The 2018 Toyota Sienna refreshes the swagger wagon - Roadshow
With a new complement of tech and a fresh face, the refreshed-for-2018 Toyota Sienna keeps the swagger wagon in the race.
Toyota Mirai billboard actually purifies the air around it - Roadshow
These new billboards can reverse thousands of vehicles' worth of nitrogen dioxide emissions.
Samsung's latest tablet is its best one yet video - CNET
The stylish Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is the first HDR-ready tablet, and it comes with an impressively comfortable stylus.
Get the new Ninja Loop 2.0 phone strap for $3.75 - CNET
Even better, snag three for $11.23 and enjoy free shipping. This is one of my all-time favorite smartphone accessories. Plus: Definitely not an even better Bluetooth speaker deal than yesterday. Definitely not.
Senate votes against consumer privacy, Instagram to filter risky photos video - CNET
The biggest tech headlines of the day include the Senate's vote to eliminate consumer privacy rules, 71% of Android users running unpatched software and Instagram filtering out sensitive photos.
JBL E55BT review - CNET
JBL's new top-end model in its "value" E-Series Bluetooth headphone line doesn't quite wow, but does deliver solid sound and a comfortable fit.
Google and Symantec clash on website security checks
Web browsers could be blocked from accessing sites caught up in a row over basic security tools.
Amazon.com wins $1.5 billion tax dispute over IRS
Amazon.com won a more than $1.5 billion tax dispute with the Internal Revenue Service over transactions involving a Luxembourg unit more than a decade ago.
YouTube advertiser exodus highlights perils of online ads
The technology underpinning YouTube's advertising business has come under intense scrutiny in recent days.
Chinese social media giant opens up on 'fake news' and charges of stifling dissent
Sina CEO Charles Chao spoke with CNBC about his company's battle against fake news.
Twitter explores subscription-based option for first time
Twitter is considering whether to build a premium version of its popular Tweetdeck interface aimed at professionals.
Meet the man beating Uber at its own game in Asia
Singapore-based ride hailing app Grab has the majority of market share in Southeast Asia and it is not slowing down, its co-founder and chief executive said.
Robots are delivering food to your door video - CNET
Burritos! Sandwiches! Salads! DoorDash is now delivering food using Starship delivery robots in Redwood City, California.
HTC U Ultra review - CNET
Don't be fooled: This isn't a flagship phone, it just has a flagship price.
No network? No problem for Google Docs on Firefox - CNET
If you're ever stuck without a network connection, Google Docs, Sheets and Slides will work even without Chrome, Google confirms.
"AirPods" The Music Video - OMG ft. Usher Parody video - CNET
B-Teezy's still waiting on those AirPods for the iPhone.
'Life' creators made its alien scary real (key word: scary) - CNET
Director Daniel Espinosa and writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick say they strove for scientific realism so the thriller's life-form would be all the more terrifying.
Sense review - CNET
The Sense Home Energy Monitor promises to track the output of individual devices, but ultimately falls short.
As Galaxy S8 launches, did Note 7 blowup change anything? - CNET
When Samsung spelled out its new battery check process in January, it hoped to inspire the industry with new standards. The response has been lukewarm.
Tech Bigwigs Know How Addictive Their Products Are. Why Don’t the Rest of Us?
The world's greatest technocrats follow the cardinal rule of drug dealing: never get high on your own supply. The post Tech Bigwigs Know How Addictive Their Products Are. Why Don’t the Rest of Us? appeared first on WIRED.
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