Monday, April 3, 2017
Ordnance Survey's 3D digital map of UK offers stunning views
3D aerial views help people plan countryside walks, cycle routes and mountain climbs.
Wall Street is vastly underestimating how many people are going to buy the next iPhone, analyst says
"There's a ton of innovation yet to come in the phone," said Timothy Arcuri, managing director at Cowen and Company
A Swedish start-up has started implanting microchips into its employees
Start-up Epicenter offers to implant its workers and with microchips the size of grains of rice that function as swipe cards.
Tesla sets delivery record in 2017, but needs to sell even more - Roadshow
It's an impressive number, but the efforts required for the forthcoming Model 3 will be unlike anything Tesla's managed so far.
George Takei to tell life story in a graphic novel -- oh my! - CNET
The actor best known for his role as Sulu will focus on his family's experience in a WWII internment camp, his acting career and his human-rights activism.
Neil degrasse Tyson says no to SpaceX trip to Mars until Elon Musk sends his mom
The famed astrophysicist said on Reddit he wants to be sure he could return before buying a ticket.
Get a Google Chromecast for $25 - CNET
Or $22.75, if you use Ebates! It's refurbished, but still a solid deal on a versatile streaming solution. Plus: three bonus deals!
Don't want to buy VR apps? Rent them instead via Vive - CNET
The HTC Vive celebrates its one-year anniversary with a one-day sale, plus a launch of a subscription app service.
Why it’s time to sell your old iPad, and how to get the most money for it
Apple is announcing new iPad Pros soon. Here are four sites to use if you want to sell your old one.
Google is teaching its ad placement computers to be offended
Google engineers, product managers and policy wonks are trying to train computers to grasp the nuances of what makes certain videos objectionable.
The best could still be ahead for surging Amazon — and here's how to play it
The best could still be ahead for Amazon shares, which rose 18 percent in the first quarter.
Home brewing robots get a little cheaper with the PicoBrew Pico C - CNET
The PicoBrew Pico C is an automated beer brewing machine which offers a lower price and some design tweaks on its predecessor.
Can't find NES Classic? The Analogue NT could be your Nintendo nostalgia fix video - CNET
It could be the ultimate Nintendo Entertainment System -- right down to the cartridges.
Facebook spearheads $14M consortium to counter fake news - CNET
The social network is joined by Mozilla and a whole list of others to try and help people regain their trust in journalism.
Galaxy S8 will be ultra fast, Uber self-driving programme faces injunction video - CNET
In today's tech news, the Galaxy S8 will benefit from super fast wireless speeds. Uber's case against Waymo could lead to autonomous driving pause and Twitter ditches the egg avatar.
Drones prompt 'flood' of complaints to police
Incidents reported to police include invasions of privacy, neighbour disputes and near misses.
Why Amazon’s explanation for shutting down Diapers.com and Quidsi stunned employees
The e-commerce giant blamed profitability issues, but sources say execs expected the subsidiary to be profitable in 2017.
Drone complaints soar in the UK, leading to growing annoyance and concerns over snooping
Drones are stirring up public annoyance in the UK as the number of complaints soared twelvefold over the past two years.
Tech leaders, others launch $14M 'news integrity' nonprofit
Facebook and Mozilla are among the companies and organizations launching a $14 million fund to promote news literacy and increase trust in journalism.
Tesla beats expectations, delivers record 25,000 vehicles in first quarter
Tesla said it delivered 25,000 electric cars in the first quarter — a new record for the company and better than analysts had expected.
The Sanders Show: Welcome to ‘Bernie TV'
For those wondering what's next for Bernie Sanders, the answer is: A TV show on Facebook Live. NBC News reports.
Trump aide may have broken the law with a tweet calling for the defeat of a GOP congressman
Lawyers for two previous administrations have accused a Trump aide of violating federal law after a tweet calling for the "defeat" of a GOP congressman.
Op-Ed: Put on a happy face! The movie business is in serious denial
There was one sentiment that stood out at a recent movie theater owners' conference — denial, Bryan Bishop writes in The Verge.
Mark Cuban comes to Trump's defense on Russian interference claims...sort of
President Donald Trump was defended on Russia by Mark Cuban, a foil he once called "dopey".
A sock that doubles as a baby monitor is set to be the 'largest database of infant health'
Owlet wants new parents to get some sleep with its high-tech sock.
Twitter’s Jack Dorsey says network 'still working on' changes, which may or may not last
Twitter is 'still working on' its new changes, reports Recode.
Intel's big stake in IPO prospect Cloudera has some strange provisions
Intel controls about 20 percent of Cloudera, but the terms get complicated after the software developer goes public.
BlackBerry to license brand for new tablets, wearables and appliances
BlackBerry said Friday it will license its brand for other products including new tablets, wearables, medical devices, appliances and more.
New 'Mummy' trailer, dissected shot by shot - CNET
Tom Cruise is in trouble with an ancient Egyptian princess-turned-mummy. Time to obsess over the new trailer!
A smarter home is a more accessible home - CNET
Our second installment of Tech Enabled is all about the smart things in your home that can empower the elderly and people with disabilities.
Abode makes your connected home more secure - CNET
Abode's $300 kit includes everything you need to get started with DIY home security.
A one-stop smart home shop for seniors - CNET
One startup wants to bring about a revolution in eldercare using smart home technology.
This startup wants to use smart homes for eldercare video - CNET
Could smart homes help seniors stay in their homes and communities longer?
CIA operations may be disrupted by new Wikileaks' data release
The leak could be "one of the most technically damaging" the CIA has faced, according to an expert.
Laptop battery life overstated, Which? tests find
Some laptops have less than half the battery life promised on the box, a Which? study finds.
Facebook Live 'sex assault': Boy, 14, arrested in Chicago
Dozens watched a Facebook Live stream but nobody reported it to Chicago police.
Skyscraper pioneer Fazlur Rahman Khan celebrated in Google Doodle - CNET
Khan is known for designing the Sears Tower, which held the title of the world's tallest building for 25 years.
Swing Things: 7 Tech Tools to Improve Your Golf Game
British chipmaker's shares tank 70% after Apple withdraws
Shares in UK chip-designer Imagination Technologies have fallen 69 percent.
Apple reportedly developing iPhone graphics chips in house - CNET
Imagination Technologies, which currently makes graphics processors for Apple, saw its share price fall nearly 70 percent after the tech giant cut ties with the company.
Going for a spin in the badass Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 - Roadshow
Unlike many concepts, this one functions, and it'll serve a purpose beyond looking good.
The Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 is a hydrogen-powered, off-road monster truck video - Roadshow
Developed for testing with the US Army, this is clearly not your average Chevrolet Colorado.
Apple takes a bite of India with new App Accelerator centre - CNET
It's one of many steps the company is taking to grab a bigger piece of India's pie.
Imagination Technologies' shares plunge after Apple ends contract
The UK chip designer faces the loss of lucrative royalty payments from its biggest customer.
Software turns 2D X-rays into 3D images to aid surgeons
How software is turning 2D X-rays into 3D models to help orthopaedic surgeons plan surgeries.
Facebook, Mozilla and others launch $14 million fund to increase trust in journalism
Facebook and Mozilla are among the companies and organizations launching a $14 million fund to promote news literacy and increase trust in journalism.
Europe becomes 'hub' for child sexual abuse content
The majority of images are now hosted in European nations rather than North America, suggests a global study.
Sunday, April 2, 2017
Australia joins security crackdown on tech in Middle East airports - CNET
The Australian government has announced "targeted" electronics screening and security checks following similar moves in the UK and US.
Tom Cruise battles gods and monsters in new 'Mummy' trailer - CNET
The new trailer shows an ancient evil unleashed, hordes of rats, a plane crash, building explosions and an epic underwater battle.
Teen suspect arrested in Facebook Live sex assault - CNET
The attack -- livestreamed on the social network -- was viewed by about 40 people, none of whom called the police.
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