Wednesday, April 5, 2017

MGM just made a $1 billion bet on premium content with EPIX deal

Edgy, unique serial content has become a point of competition as more TV viewership moves online.

Watch: Amazon's Jeff Bezos discusses why he wants to take tourists to space by next year

Blue Origin, a reusable rocket company, builds on Bezos' childhood dreams of space colonization.

Time for a switch? GE may sell its lightbulb biz - CNET

What would its founder, Thomas Edison, think?

Lenovo Ideapad 110S is a simple, chic budget laptop video - CNET

This charmingly compact, all-white laptop costs under $200 (£230 or roughly converted to AU$260).

'Doctor Who' season 10: Meet the new Tardis crew - CNET

Pearl Mackie joins Peter Capaldi to take to the Tardis on its latest ride, starting 15 April.

2018 Buick Regal Sportback is a stylish teardrop five-door - Roadshow

Reimagined Regal flashes its European roots on its tailored sleeves.

2018 Buick Regal TourX looks to bring the American hauler back - Roadshow

GM's near-premium brand offers family-minded buyers a svelte crossover alternative.

Company bricks smart garage-door opener after bad review - CNET

Commentary: Garadget's founder admits he was annoyed by a customer's invective, so he remotely disables the app-based opener. Welcome to the internet of things.

Twitter releases its MLB streaming schedule after losing NFL deal - CNET

The social network enters its second season of weekly streaming Major League Baseball games after losing bid to stream NFL games again to Amazon.

Electric planes backed by JetBlue, Boeing could make travel cheaper - CNET

Zunum Aero's design stuffs backup batteries in the wings.

Barry Manilow comes out as gay, fans say congrats, and 'duh' - CNET

The "Copacabana" singer publicly reveals his sexual orientation, but the "Breakfast Club" wardrobe question remains.

New York auto show to debut a Demon, a fast Civic and a Buick softroader - Roadshow

Next week kicks off the New York Auto Show, where automakers will unveil much-anticipated models, such as the Dodge SRT Demon, a new Civic Si, a Buick wagon with all-wheel drive and even a new Toyota minivan.

Even with Amazon's NFL deal, conventional TV doesn't need to be afraid yet, says former CBS exec

Amazon's $50 million dollar NFL streaming deal shouldn't worry broadcasters, former CBS Sports president Neal Pilson told CNBC on Wednesday.

8,200 Uber and Lyft drivers fail new Massachusetts background checks - Roadshow

Hundreds were reportedly rejected for prior offenses, some of which were violent in nature.

Taser-maker giving free AI body cameras to every cops who wants one - CNET

The tech will use artificial intelligence to help analyze video footage.

In curious Mars image, NASA asks 'Is that an impact crater?' - CNET

Mars is littered with impact craters, but a circular shape seen near the South Pole raises some questions.

Google brags it does AI better than the other guys - CNET

The company says its custom-made chips are up to 30 times faster than today's conventional processors and use much less power, too.

Tesla's multi-trillion dollar opportunity

Tesla is positioned to enter several markets collectively worth trillions of dollars, according to Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas.

Start-up aims to make customer service people 'more charming' through AI

Voice technology is becoming more emotionally intelligent and is being used to improve human interactions.

General Electric may sell division that makes lightbulbs

Thomas Edison may have co-founded GE, but that doesn't mean the massive conglomerate isn't interested in selling its consumer lighting division.

Where are they now? Yahoo-AOL deal prompts a look back at other 90s internet stars

Before Google, sites like Ask Jeeves and GeoCities dominated the internet, NBC News reports.

Amazon will refund millions of unauthorized in-app purchases made by kids

The FTC charged Amazon because of games that blur lines between free and paid, Tech Crunch reports.

2017 Honda Ridgeline long-term update: Seeing stars like we've never before - Roadshow

We drive our long-term test truck into the darkest, coldest night we've ever seen to capture some amazing interstellar footage.

A gadget to test for food allergies? Not a piece of cake - CNET

The handheld, Bluetooth-enabled Nima sensor will let you know if there's gluten in your food. But gluten testing is complex, and opinions about this pocket-size device are mixed.

Rumored iPhone 8 might get a later release date than expected - CNET

Technical issues in manufacturing could result in the iPhone 8 missing the usual September launch, according to a report.

'Transformers' director Michael Bay says 14 more stories coming - CNET

"Last Knight" will be Bay's last "Transformers" movie, but he reveals a Bumblebee spinoff and more films are in the works.

Pepsi cans Kendall Jenner protest ad amidst massive internet outcry - CNET

When the company became the target of an online internet protest, it pulled the controversial commercial.

9 classic 'Doctor Who' adventures to get you in the mood for season 10 - CNET

All 26 seasons of "Doctor Who" are now available on streaming service Britbox. Here's where to start.

Trump is a very specific sort of liar, says Louis C.K. - CNET

Commentary: Appearing with Stephen Colbert, the comedian explains the nuances of lying. The video is soaring up YouTube's trending chart.

Nissan 370Z Heritage Edition is a good reminder the Z still exists - Roadshow

Hard to believe it's been nearly a decade, but she's still kickin'.

YouTube TV vs. Sling TV vs. DirecTV Now vs. PlayStation Vue: Channel lineups compared - CNET

Google's YouTube is the latest company to offer a new alternative TV package that streams live broadcasts over the internet. But does it have enough channels?

A first look at Google's YouTube TV streaming service: Slim pickings

We go hands-on with YouTube TV, a new streaming TV service available now in select markets.

Why Darth Vader and other top villains need a dermatologist - CNET

A new study analyzes the skin conditions of history's most famous big-screen heroes and villains and finds the baddies desperately need to schedule an appointment.

Gigabit LTE: Crazy-fast wireless speeds, explained - CNET

Ludicrous wireless speeds are coming -- way before 5G.

Alcatel Flash Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

Two camera lenses on the front means you'll be able to artfully blur selfies, too.

Roadtrip: Seeing stars in the Honda Ridgeline video - Roadshow

We drive our long-term test truck into the darkest, coldest night we've ever seen to capture some amazing interstellar footage.

YouTube TV: Millennials will love TV on their phones, trust us! - CNET

YouTube TV launches a rival slim bundle of live online channels, and it's betting young viewers prefer real TV on mobile (even if nobody else seems to).

Apple's MagSafe cable might be back (thanks to a dongle) - CNET

A patent filing for a MagSafe-to-USB-C dongle could hint at the possible return of the MacBook Pro's much-loved magnetic charging cable.

YouTube TV Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

YouTube TV is now available, streaming live TV channels like Fox and ESPN to select cities for a price lower than cable. Now it just needs more channels, cities and devices.

GoPro's stabilizer accessory looks crazy, but it works - CNET

This extension cable for the camera maker's Karma Grip gimbal gives you mounting flexibility including on the end of its new pole mount, El Grande.

Leon Cooperman regrets selling Apple early: 'We out traded ourselves'

The hedge fund manager told CNBC some of his bets in the tech sector that he has seen pay off, Alphabet's Google being one example.

Former CIA agent: Companies make billions off your data so why aren't you getting paid?

Internet privacy rule rollback isn't about privacy-it's about who should profit from your data, says Bryan Dean Wright.

In war on Amazon Echo, new Google Home may add mesh Wi-Fi

Alphabet is reportedly considering new mesh Wi-Fi features for Google Home in its war against the Amazon Echo.

YouTube officially launches YouTube TV in select markets

The company on Wednesday officially launched its streaming bundle, YouTube TV, starting in select markets around the US.

Amazon catches NFL games for a cool $50 million (The 3:59, Ep. 205) - CNET

All games will be available globally to Amazon Prime members. Also, we chat about the new world of care robots.

Germany approves plan to punish social media for unchecked hate speech - CNET

The German cabinet today approved strict new standards that would fine sites like Twitter and Facebook as much as $53 million for failing to regulate hate speech and fake news.

Five things you need to know about the 2017 Mini Cooper Countryman video - Roadshow

The all-new Cooper Countryman comes off the line as Mini's biggest car ever, making it more practical but still uniquely identifiable as a Mini

Facebook offers Workplace, its Slack rival, for free - CNET

A new free version, called Workplace Standard, is aimed at giving teams a taste of the service.

Police hear a pitch for free body cameras, with a side of AI - CNET

The more cops use bodycams, the better artificial intelligence will get at recognizing faces and arrest footage.

Uber sued by car-share stab victim

Jennifer Camacho was slashed in the face with a knife while in an Uber car.