Tuesday, April 4, 2017

Carbon-based filter which turns seawater into drinking water could help millions

A group of scientists in the U.K. created a membrane 'sieve' capable of removing salt from seawater to make it drinkable using graphene.

Sex toy with in-built camera can be 'easily hacked'

Entering a default password gives access to the device's video stream, security researchers say.

Apple updates Mac Pro specs, promises redesigned model - CNET

After more than 3 years, Apple's most powerful Mac has finally been updated -- and an even bigger redesign will follow.

'Jurassic Park' meets parkour in hilarious parody - CNET

It isn't every day you see someone in an inflatable T-Rex costume chase down a dinosaur "trainer," especially when they both have impressive parkour skills.

August Smart Lock Pro Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

August's upcoming Z-Wave Smart Lock Pro will only be available through approved dealers.

Cramer: Elon Musk's Tesla needs to make a lot more cars to justify its sky-high stock price

Tesla's stock hit a record high, moving its market capitalization past Ford.

100 days into the 'Trump bump,' the market script has flipped

In the first 100 days since the "Trump bump" began, all S&P sectors are up. But some are more up than others.

Why Google's venture arm is betting big on a data backup start-up

Alphabet's venture capital unit co-led a $90 million financing in Cohesity to make data backup much more useful.

Nest's latest retail expansion heads to Mexico - CNET

Nest's indoor and outdoor security cameras are now officially available in Mexico.

Apple just updated the Mac Pro for the first time since December 2013

The company will also launch a completely redesigned Mac Pro, with a new modular design, sometime next year.

Trump’s tweets will be preserved by the US National Archives

Futures generations will be able to learn from Trump's unprecedented use of Twitter for governance, Verge reports.

UBS says Apple's iPhone 8 unlikely to cost $1,000, upgrades earnings outlook on 'bulge of buying'

To fight for equal pay, this company is challenging women to make this bold move

An online platform, InHerSight, helps women forge a more gender-inclusive working world by having them rate employers.

Amazon's growing advertising clout threatens the dominance of Google and Facebook, says analyst

BMO Capital Markets also upped Amazon's price target to $1200, and downgraded Alphabet to market perform.

Fancy Bears: IAAF hacked and fears athletes' information compromised

The IAAF says it has been hacked by the 'Fancy Bears' group and fears athletes' therapeutic use exemption (TUE) applications has been compromised.

Amazon enters office supplies market

Online giant launches marketplace to sell firms laptops, printers, cleaning tools and lab equipment.

Second teenager arrest for 'Facebook live assault'

The 15-year-old suspect's mother drove him to the police station, police said.

Review: BioLite BaseLantern XL

Review: BioLite BaseLantern XL
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Steam lets users combat fake or bad games through its new Explorers programme

The company behind Steam says it plans to crack down on bad games by using fans to vet new titles.

Amazon Cash debuts, Apple to make own GPU chips video - CNET

The biggest tech stories of the day include Amazon's debut of Cash, which lets customers use cash to pay for items. Plus Apple's decision to make its own chips for the iPhone and Samsung's easily defeated facial recognition lock.

Sell high-flying chipmaker Nvidia because demand going ‘from bad to worse,’ analyst says

Pacific Crest says graphics card makers have been seeing material demand deceleration since February.

Anti-Uber activist banned from harassing drivers

A man who carried out citizen's arrests on Uber drivers in Australia has been permanently banned from making similar arrests.

Apple is building 'completely rethought Mac Pro,' new iMacs and Apple displays

Apple is reportedly building a brand new "completely rethought Mac Pro" in addition to new Apple-branded displays.

Mercedes joins forces with Bosch to develop self-driving taxis

This alliance marks an end to Daimler's efforts to develop an autonomous car largely on its own.

WrestleMania gave WWE the direction it's been missing - CNET

John Cena's time is up -- WrestleMania 33 officially marked the beginning of the Roman Reigns era.

Roaming sucks. This Handy travel phone will save your bill - CNET

Tink Lab's phone is the ultimate travel companion and is coming to a hotel room near you soon -- if it's not already in one.

Pics or the birth didn't happen (Status Update, Ep. 2) - CNET

I've taken more than 2,000 images of my son since he was born last year. Is that a bad thing?

How tech helps injured veterans gain independence - CNET

We tour one of the VA's technology labs and talk with veterans about how smart gadgets help make their lives easier.

For injured vets, smart tech is crucial to quality of life - CNET

An innovative branch of the Veterans Affairs department works to find the right connected tech for disabled veterans and service members.

2017 Acura MDX Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow

With a torque-vectoring hybrid gasoline-electric drive system and adaptive dampers, the MDX hybrid feels light and nimble in the turns.

Abode's DIY security system has an option for every home video - CNET

You won't be short on choices with Abode's scalable smart home security system.

How our 911 emergency call system can fail us - CNET

CNET looks behind the scenes to see why some 911 systems shut down over the past month and how we can get out of this mess.

iPad vs. iPad Pro vs. iPad Mini 4: Which iPad is right for you? - CNET

Apple's iPad options are many, and the choices can be tough. But there are some clear go-to options, if you're interested in something right now.

Another black eye for Uber after police find fake badge, gun in driver's car

A 57-year-old Uber driver has been arrested in South Carolina for having a loaded gun in his car.

Lenovo Ideapad 110s review - CNET

The Lenovo Ideapad 110s is a simple budget laptop with an all-white design and impressive keyboard.

ABB closing in on Siemens top spot after Bernecker + Rainer deal, says ABB CEO

ABB's move to acquire Austrian automation group B&R will strengthen its number two position and bring it closer in line with Siemens, ABB CEO told CNBC.

Fibre broadband advertising to be investigated

The ad watchdog is to investigate whether customers are being misled about "fibre" broadband deals.

Apple has ordered 70 million OLED panels from rival Samsung for upcoming iPhone 8: Report

Samsung's shares closed 1.54 percent higher after reports that it is supplying Apple with 70 million OLED displays.

AOL-Yahoo brands won't go away under post-merger umbrella 'Oath,' AOL chief says

The new name behind a combined Yahoo and AOL is about connecting brands, AOL CEO Tim Armstrong tells CNBC.

WhatsApp mulls foray into digital payments with India launch

Instant messaging app WhatsApp, owned by Facebook Inc, is mulling a foray into digital payment services in India, its first such offering globally, and has advertised to hire a digital transactions lead in the country.

Overwatch 'cheat-maker' told to pay $8.6m to Blizzard

US court rules that Blizzard suffered more than 42,000 counts of copyright infringement.

Find (and dominate) new roads in the hydrogen-powered Colorado ZH2 - Roadshow

Your average Chevrolet Colorado, this sure ain't.

The CEO of this US start-up offered a frank assessment of H-1B: 'I'll go where the talent is'

The U.S. has resumed accepting applications for its H-1B work visas, but uncertainty remains.

WhatsApp working on digital payment service, report says - CNET

A feature that'll let you pay your friends through WhatsApp is reportedly coming to India soon.

'Avatar 2' will blue your mind after filming starts this autumn - CNET

And it took just eight years of holding our breath.

Apple could look to buy Imagination Technologies after ditching the chip firm and share price plunge

Apple's announcement to ditch the graphics chips designed by Imagination Technologies (IMG) could leave the door open for the U.S. giant to acquire the British firm.

Doctor transplants functioning ear grown from patient's arm - CNET

The ear grew on the patient's arm for four months.

Why the rise of autonomous machines could help workers, according to robotics CEO

Autonomous technology could help transform jobs for the better, according to SESTO Robotics CEO Michael Leong.

Graphene-based sieve turns seawater into drinking water

The development could help provide clean drinking water for millions of people who lack access to safe sources.

Oath is new name for AOL-Yahoo combined company

Verizon's name for the new combined company is already being mocked by internet users and media.