Thursday, March 30, 2017

Court to rule on online luxury resellers

Legal action brought by German perfume brand Coty aims to ban the online reselling of luxury goods

What the repeal of internet privacy rules means to you video - CNET

Congress has cleared the way for broadband providers to sell your information to advertisers without your permission. CNET senior reporter Maggie Reardon explains what happens next and what the reversal means for your privacy.

Inside Cheddar, the Would-Be CNBC of the Internet

Inside Cheddar, the Would-Be CNBC of the Internet
The company's big plan is to be everywhere video is---everywhere but your cable box. The post Inside Cheddar, the Would-Be CNBC of the Internet appeared first on WIRED.

How to make your Apple iPad kid-friendly - CNET

Everything from cases and apps, to privacy settings that keep your child's iPad (and your credit card) safely locked down.

Bose SoundTouch 300 review - CNET

The Bose SoundTouch 300 offers sound quality that betters its Sonos rival -- but this is not the sound bar to buy if you're looking for a subwoofer-less system.

YouTubers tame 'Fantastic Beasts' with a savage Honest Trailer - CNET

J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World invades America with the kind of movie that will make fans think twice before opening an abandoned briefcase, in the latest Honest Trailers parody video.

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow

Mercedes-AMG's latest GT is a roadster that's good enough to give Porsche's 911 Cabriolet a run for its money.

Unlocked Galaxy S8 preorders start May 9. Here's why it's smart to wait - CNET

Commentary: An unlocked Samsung phone might be the better choice.

A rare sighting of a giant octopus reveals its lunch - CNET

The seven-armed octopus has been spotted only three times in the last 27 years by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. A new paper reveals that its tentacles were full of an unusual prey.

You could soon access Congress' browsing history, for free - CNET

Cards Against Humanity creator Max Temkin warns against crowdfunding the purchase of Congress browsing data -- he intends to buy it and make it freely available.

Where to place home security cameras, according to the data - CNET

Better placement means better protection.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

This tech worker is living the dream in Hawaii, and his company is offering others $10K to follow

Start-up Zapier is offering $10,000 to help relocate new employees outside the San Francisco Bay Area.

BloomSky Sky2 Weather Camera Station review - CNET

Weather fans, watch out: The BloomSky Sky2 personal system just might seduce you with smarts and science.

Genius! Albert Einstein lookalikes set new world record - CNET

Hundreds dressed like the famous scientist meet to break a record you didn't know existed and honor his brainy legacy.

Travis Kalanick's in 2010: Reputation 'will become more important than ever'

In a since-abandoned 2010 WordPress blog called "Swooshing," Uber CEO Travis Kalanick laid out his thoughts.

If buying a Samsung smartphone makes you nervous, here’s the best alternative

If you're scared Samsung's Galaxy S8 might catch fire, maybe check out this smartphone instead.

Why Canada's biggest bank is hiring all the engineers it can find

As Wall Street feels the heat from robots, RBC is turning to programmers to design trading systems of the future.

Cubano sandwiches and life as a video game are YouTube hits - CNET

Also topping the charts this week is a video that answers that pressing question: Which is more dangerous, a wood splinter or a glass one?

Lawmakers sacrificed your browsing history? Post theirs online - CNET

An activist is pissed about Congress' efforts to roll back internet privacy rules. And he's got a sly plan for revenge.

Will VPNs protect your privacy? It's complicated - CNET

After US lawmakers voted to end online privacy rules, people are looking for ways to hide their browsing histories.

Start using Facebook Stories video - CNET

What you need to know about the latest Snapchat imitator that just popped up on your Facebook feed.

How to look like a big business - CNET

You can buy or rent a lot of technology to help your small business appear much bigger than it really is. Keep this checklist handy.

Here's how much the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus will cost you - CNET

Now that the Samsung Galaxy S8 has finally been announced, how much does it cost?

How to connect August Smart Lock to Google Home - CNET

Google Home now has support for August Smart Locks. Here's how you can use your voice to lock the front door.

Cristiano Ronaldo statue was built of nightmares and bronze - CNET

Social Cues: An airport tried to honor the soccer star with a bronze bust. Too bad it's terrifying.

Galaxy S8 specs vs. S8 Plus, S7, S7 Edge and S6 - CNET

Check out how Samsung's latest Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus stack up against their predecessors.

Samsung debuts slew of new accessories for Galaxy S8 and S8+ - CNET

Samsung's Galaxy S8 launch was accompanied by the launch of several new accessories, including new cases, wireless charging stands, and headphones.

Music-inspired Rolls-Royces aren't very rock and roll - Roadshow

But they're for a very good cause, so you can't mock a Rolls-Royce with an airbrushed hood. OK, maybe you can, but just a little.

Samsung Unveils New Galaxy Smartphones



Samsung unveiled its latest smartphones, the Galaxy 8 and 8+, at an event in New York City on Wednesday.  This is Samsung's first major phone release since issues with battery fires forced the company...

Samsung Galaxy S8 - but is it art? The internet reacts

The experts and public respond to the newly unveiled Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ smartphones.

The views from this $42 million penthouse in San Francisco are incredible

The penthouse sits 700 feet in the sky, and the seller expects somebody in finance or venture capital to buy it.

The Samsung Galaxy S8 will support dual-SIM (but yours might not) - CNET

Two phone numbers (and data plans) might be a possibility, but don't expect the feature in the US or UK.

7 Kindle tricks for iPhone users - CNET

Become a Kindle-for-iOS power user with these handy tips.

Trump's tweets get burned daily by a robot - CNET

Commentary: A new Twitter account features videos of the ritual burning of every tweet emitted by the president.

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ accessories - CNET

Samsung showed off several new accessories for its upcoming new smartphones, including cases and headphones.

Samsung bets big on the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus video - CNET

After battery fire issues plagued the Galaxy Note 7, Samsung has launched two new phones to win back customers. The Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus have displays that curve over their edges, and they feature a new artificial intelligence assistant called Bixby.

12 keyboard shortcuts every Chromebook owner needs to know - CNET

A dozen keyboard shortcuts to make Chrome OS even easier to use.

Galaxy S8 Plus specs vs. LG G6, Google Pixel XL, iPhone 7 Plus, OnePlus 3T - CNET

See how Samsung's newest (and largest) smartphone compares to the competition.

Selfies, yes selfies, could help diagnose a rare genetic disease - CNET

In a study that holds promise for quick and easy diagnoses, researchers use facial recognition software to find out who's suffering from a condition that's typically hard to pinpoint.

Ford GT includes dedicated top-speed drive mode video - Roadshow

Ford GT offers five drive modes with a twist of a dial. Whether it be racing, wet roads, maximum straight-line speed, or plain-old driving, here's how it all works.

Use Facebook to find your local lawmakers - CNET

Get your activism on with the social network's new Town Hall feature. Here's how.

Turn off Facebook's pop-up conversation tabs - CNET

This new feature brings potentially unwanted clutter to your desktop browser.

Garmin's new Forerunner 935 watch features battery bump - CNET

The latest fitness tracker from Garmin caters to the dedicated triathlete with increased battery life and an altimeter.

Android's founder has a new phone, and Eric Schmidt said it's launching soon

Alphabet chairman Eric Schmidt said Andy Rubin's new smartphone, developed by Rubin's company Essential, will run Android and will launch soon.

What I saw inside Samsung's battery testing center video - CNET

CNET senior reporter Shara Tibken visits Samsung headquarters in South Korea to see firsthand how the company has stepped up its battery testing after the disastrous Note 7 fires. She also gets an early look at the new Galaxy S8.

AutoComplete: Tesla updates Autopilot 2.0 cars with 8.1 software update video - Roadshow

Plus: Toyota and Lexus tease auto show debuts, and Ford issues four recalls.

Lexus teases refreshed NX for Shanghai auto show - Roadshow

No, it won't be in New York, but that doesn't mean it's not coming to the US eventually.

Samsung Galaxy S8: Should you upgrade? - CNET

Samsung's newest superphone looks impressive, but it may not be an automatic upgrade. Here's what you need to know.

Amazon will shutter Quidsi, owner of Diapers.com - CNET

The business has struggled to become profitable since Amazon bought it for $545 million in 2011.

When and where to buy a Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus - CNET

Everything you need to know about buying Samsung's new phones.