Thursday, March 30, 2017

3 ways to pin apps to a Chromebook's app shelf - CNET

Help the app shelf help you.

Lyft's Mono product video takes a wacky route - CNET

It looks like an April Fools' PR joke. Just how real might Lyft Mono actually be?

Very real April Fools' Day Comet will zoom by Earth - CNET

No jokes and no kidding. An April Fools' comet is scheduled to fly by our planet, and space fans are looking forward to the view.

Streaming makes most of US music's money now - CNET

For first time, more than half of US record sales came from streaming on services like Spotify, Apple Music or YouTube in 2016.

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan's tech is not bad for a base model video - Roadshow

VW's Tiguan doesn't offer much in the way of options, so it's a good thing that the base level tech is actually pretty good. Here's what you get when you check no boxes on a new 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan old-school or just plain old? video - Roadshow

VW's first-gen Tiguan escapes the chopping block and will be sold alongside its replacement for a while longer, but how does this aging SUV stack up against more modern competition?

'Game of Thrones' season 7 teaser video - CNET

A teaser for season 7 of HBO's hit fantasy show "Game of Thrones" has arrived.

'Farsighted' looks into wiring our brains, welcomes Spider-Man - CNET

Elon Musk is working on a way for us to interact directly with our data, and the 'Farsighted' show crew dreams of electric sheep. Also, superhero trailers are beating TV.

Ford boosts Canadian tech cred with BlackBerry injection - Roadshow

The Blue Oval is making a $375 million investment north of the border to bolster its connected-car and autonomy efforts.

Facebook now lets you ask friends for fundraising money - CNET

A new tool lets you solicit funds for things like tuition or emergency expenses.

'Game of Thrones' season 7 teaser takes a long walk to the throne - CNET

Jon Snow, Cersei and Daenerys stride towards the Iron Throne to the tune of a 90s hit.

'Batgirl' film from Joss Whedon reportedly in the works - CNET

Who needs another solo Batman film when Batgirl's reportedly on the horizon?

Destiny 2, 'Rally the Troops' trailer releases video - CNET

The first full trailer to Destiny 2 is finally here. The new game will be hitting the PC, Xbox One and PS4.

Donald Trump tweet-threatens Republicans - CNET

Commentary: After losing on Trumpcare, the president unleashes his Twitter account on members of the Republican Freedom Caucus.

Watch the first trailer for Destiny 2 - CNET

Welcome back, Guardians.

Behold, the Galaxy S8... Microsoft Edition? - CNET

Windows Phone is spinning in its grave.

Jeff Bezos is now the second-richest person in the world

Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com founder and CEO, is now the second-richest person on the planet, besting Warren Buffett.

Amazon trying to push past Wal-Mart, Target in pitch to major food brands

Amazon's appetite for upending the grocery market appears to be getting larger.

Silicon Valley billionaire used to crash meetings with co-founders of Google

Chris Sacca shares his best career tip in Tim Ferriss’ book, “Tools of Titans.”

Galaxy S8 swims with the sharks for daredevil unboxing - CNET

Most unboxing videos take place in calm, dry conditions, but T-Mobile thought it would try something different for the water-resistant Samsung Galaxy S8.

Top 5: Electric SUVs video - Roadshow

Two terms that seldom go together, but that's changing. Cooley ranks his Top 5 EV SUVs.

​On the road: 2017 BMW 530i video - Roadshow

The 5 Series just started its seventh generation, and it's one of the most anticipated 5s ever, with a big leap in cabin tech along with a big leap down in base engine size to a 2-liter turbo four. Cooley drives it and checks the tech.

Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin rocket wins award for reusability, powered landings - CNET

The National Aeronautic Association recognizes Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket for its reusable booster, vertical powered landings.

Plume Adaptive Wi-Fi System review - CNET

The Plume Adaptive Wi-Fi system sure is unique, but does it have enough to justify its cost? Here's CNET's full review.

Twitter says @usernames won't factor in 140-character count - CNET

Social network says handles, such as @realDonaldTrump, will not figure into the 140-character limit in your tweets.

Audi to acquire Silvercar, a service that only offers Audis - Roadshow

If there were any car-rental company for Audi to purchase, this would be it.

Lexus April Fool's Day prank uses V2V against left-lane hogs - Roadshow

This is one joke that I wish were real.

Apple patent disables wearables when you're driving - Roadshow

It uses motion information to determine whether or not the user is the one behind the wheel.

The internet is destroying society, sober research shows - CNET

A new report claims cyberspace is a corrupt and evil influence on society.

Here's What Gets Left Behind in Uber Cabs Most Often



The most forgetful American Uber users are found on either coast, the company said Wednesday, and they leave behind some weird things. Los Angeles and New York City are the two most forgetful cities in...

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Samsung changes Gear 360 into a pocket camera for 2017 - CNET

Gone is the ball-shaped body (and removable battery) and in its place is a much smaller and easier to hold 360-degree camera design for use Galaxy phones and now, iPhones.

Get WinX DVD Ripper Platinum for free - CNET

Still clinging to that DVD collection? Take a weekend and convert those movies to digital format for phones, tablets, etc. Plus: one of my favorite sci-fi movies on sale for $6, including Blu-ray, DVD and digital!

Review: Earin M-1 Wireless Earbuds

Review: Earin M-1 Wireless Earbuds
Apple's AirPods aren't the only wireless earbud game in town. The post Review: Earin M-1 Wireless Earbuds appeared first on WIRED.

This Apple chip supplier will surge because of the next iPhone, JPMorgan says

JPMorgan says Apple represented 37 percent of Qorvo’s revenue last year and it will benefit from future iPhone sales.

Why Google is partnering with these start-ups to close America's skills gap

Partnering with major companies and universities, Coursera and Udacity are leading the charge to address the skills gap.

Freeze! New Dodge SRT Demon teaser promises serious cooling - Roadshow

I'm beginning to think these teasers will never stop, even after the car debuts.

Become an extra in 'Avengers: Infinity War' - CNET

Do you have a character face or classic New York looks? Then audition to work alongside Marvel superheroes taking over the Big Apple.

Why Today’s Historic SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Launch Matters



SpaceX is launching a reused rocket for the first time Thursday, and if it's successful, it could drastically reduce the cost of getting to space, NBC News reported.The Falcon 9 rocket is flight proven and is...

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This Microsoft app vastly improves Android

Microsoft is trying to improve Android with this custom launcher. Here's why you might want to install Microsoft Arrow.

OnePlus 3T suits up in special-edition black - CNET

With a new matte-black color option, the 3T grabs its formal attire.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox: A skinny supermodel of the crossover world - Roadshow

The midsize crossover lost some weight and gained some style.

Samsung's DeX dock turns the S8 into a PC, ISP privacy rollback video - CNET

The biggest tech stories of the day include the Samsung Galaxy S8's DeX dock, which turns the phone into a PC. Plus, Congress rolls back ISP privacy rules and Waze teams up with Dunkin Donuts.

Samsung’s Galaxy S8 is trying to win where Microsoft failed miserably

Samsung is trying to turn the smartphone into a full computer, but it's going to fail.

Facebook will now let users host fundraisers for emergencies or medical issues

The new tool, Personal Fundraiser, allows users 18 or older to "raise money for themselves, a friend or someone or something not on Facebook."

Angry Toshiba shareholders agree to sell off one the company's prized businesses

Toshiba shareholders agreed to split off its prized NAND flash memory unit on Thursday, paving the way for a sale to raise at least $9 billion.

How free wi-fi is transforming India's rail stations

Free high-speed wi-fi is now being offered at 115 stations on India's railway network.

Campaigners seek 'to sell US politicians' browsing data'

Privacy campaigners plan to buy, then sell, US politicians' internet browsing histories.

Meet the new Harry Potter as 'The Cursed Child' cast changes - CNET

Meet the actors playing the Potter, Weasley-Granger and Malfoy families in a continuation of JK Rowling's wizarding story on the London stage.

Chinese tech firm LeEco’s $2 billion acquisition of Vizio stalled

The deal with Vizio, a major television maker based in the U.S., was first announced last July.

Traders debate financials versus technology for their favorite sectors

The "Fast Money" traders debate whether the financial or technology sector is the best place to trade.