Thursday, April 6, 2017

San Francisco has gotten so expensive, some tech companies can't convince employees to move there

The Bay Area may be the place to be for tech, but with stiff competition and almost-impossible housing prices everyone is starting to look elsewhere.

Convert your VHS tapes into digital files video - CNET

A step-by-step guide to transferring your old home movies onto your computer.

Twitter sues US government after order over anti-Trump account - CNET

The US government attempted to identify the people behind the anti-Trump Twitter account @ALT_USCIS. Twitter is fighting back.

Facebook Live is a fifth of the social network's video sharing - CNET

Facebook users are watching more video of other Facebook users.

Will Microsoft's Scorpio sting the competition? (The 3:59, Ep. 206) - CNET

On the podcast, we talk about the specs for Microsoft's next gaming console, how tech can help disabled gamers, and the ridiculousness of selfie drones.

Apple iPhone 8 Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

Rumor has it that Apple may debut a radical redesign for its 10th anniversary edition, expected in September 2017. Here's what we know so far.

YouTube: Only channels with 10K views can make money off ads - CNET

Aiming to curb abusive accounts and copyright theft, YouTube is crimping a route to easy money by keeping ads off channels with fewer than 10,000 views.

It's official: People like Microsoft's tablets better than the iPad

In JD Power's 2017 US Tablet Satisfaction Study, Microsoft's Surface tablets beat out Apple's iPad when it came to customer satisfaction.

Here's why Snapchat's and Amazon's founders are geniuses, according to a VC who made bets on both

Gurley spoke with angel investor Jason Calacanis from the LAUNCH Festival in San Francisco.

Advertisers want alternatives to Facebook and Google, said Sir Martin Sorrell

WPP CEO says brands and agencies want more places online to buy ads outside of the two tech giants.

It will be 25 years before self-driving cars take off in America, says early Uber investor

Benchmark's Bill Gurley spoke from the LAUNCH Festival in San Francisco.

Twitter said in lawsuit that the US government is seeking information about an anti-Trump account

Twitter is challenging a demand from U.S. officials for records that could reveal the user behind an account opposed to President Donald Trump.

V-Moda's Crossfade 2 Wireless delivers top-notch wireless--and wired--sound video - CNET

The company's latest Bluetooth headphone is its best headphone yet, with improved sound, battery life and comfort.

Twitter co-founder selling shares, like everybody else - CNET

Ev Williams says he's selling shares and indicates he'll use the money to fund other companies.

Lyft is now $0.5B richer, thanks to new funding round - Roadshow

The pink mustache just got a bit more green added to it.

TipRanks: These are the 5 favorite stocks of the top tech analysts

TipRanks identified the top analysts covering the tech sector and their top picks right now.

Iceland's genetic goldmine, and the man behind it

Companies around the world are following the genetics research begun by Kari Stefansson in Iceland two decades ago.

This is Apple Clips, Apple's new free video making and sharing app

We take a first look at Apple Clips, Apple's free new iPhone app that allows you to easily create and share video.

Hubble's new Jupiter close-up portrait thrills with swirls - CNET

Massive gas giant Jupiter steps into Hubble's spotlight with a fresh portrait featuring the planet's crazy churning storms.

Singapore scientists teleport lemonade over the internet - CNET

Sending taste over the web could become a thing sooner rather than later, according to researchers.

Nvidia Titan Xp ups its game a little - CNET

The company squeezes out a bit more juice for every-frame-counts gamers. Plus, it delivers Mac drivers for Pascal-based cards.

British invasion: Hive brings its UK smart home line stateside - CNET

Having succeeded the UK smart home market, Hive, backed by British Gas parent Centrica, is rolling out its smart home line here in the US.

Godspeed: John Glenn laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery - CNET

The astronaut and senator is hailed as a hero at a funeral held on the 74th anniversary of his wedding to wife Annie.

Video game Baftas get under way

Uncharted 4 is the most nominated title at this year's ceremony in London.

A 3D Device is Changing the Way Amputees Swim



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AutoComplete: The 2017 Civic Si picks up a turbo on the path to rebirth video - Roadshow

Plus: Subaru unveils a lightly refreshed 2018 Outback, and GM kicks off the AutoDrive Challenge.

Ford's plans to electrify China include 2 EVs and more by 2025 - Roadshow

The automaker hopes to begin locally manufacturing EV powertrains by 2020.

9 classic 'Doctor Who' adventures on Britbox - CNET

Every episode of the sci-fi sensation is available in the US now. Here's a selection of classic adventures to get you in the mood for season 10.

Facebook makes it easier to find groups that brands care about - CNET

The social network tells CNET it's testing new features that let brands call attention to specific groups, or just link Pages and groups.

Trump is the face of Twitter in Japanese ad campaign - CNET

Commentary: The world's most famous Twitterer appears on ads for the company's mobile apps. Is this wise?

Nissan 370Z Heritage Edition sings, 'Don't you forget about me' - Roadshow

After nearly a decade, Nissan is continuing to roll out new special editions of the 370Z. How about a new generation?

Vaux Portable Speaker Base for Amazon Echo Dot review - CNET

For 50 bucks, the Vaux speaker and battery base for the second-gen Amazon Echo Dot offers portability and pumped-up volume.

How to use all the berries in Pokemon Go - CNET

Do you know how to use all of the berries in Pokemon Go to their full advantage? Here are some tips.

Elevate's slashed IPO price shows Wall Street is still skeptical about subprime lending

Elevate cut its IPO price by about half, indicating that investors still aren't ready to embrace subprime lenders.

Here's a look at Microsoft's new social gathering app, which is exclusive to iPhones

'Who's In?' lets users choose an activity — like going out to dinner — and then send it out to a group of people.

Lyft raises $500 million amid turmoil at Uber

Still, Uber is valued at about $68 billion, according to CB Insights — about 9 times more than Lyft.

Alphabet-backed DNA testing company 23andMe is back in business

More than three years after a regulatory crackdown, 23andMe is now back to offering nearly all of its direct-to-consumer genetic tests.

Randi Zuckerberg's best money tip: invest in yourself

Randi Zuckerberg has learned that in order to make money, you need to spend money.

Get totally free phone service and messaging - CNET

You bring the unlocked GSM phone, Freedompop will give you a small stipend of no-strings-attached service every month.

Bad Lip Reading takes on 'The Force Awakens,' with Luke's help - CNET

Mark Hamill voices Han Solo in the latest hilarious video, and he'll turn the Millennium Falcon around if you kids don't stop fighting.

Emirates loans tablets to customers on flights to the US - CNET

The airline is helping its first and business class customers cope with US restrictions that bar laptops and tablets on flights from several Middle Eastern and North African countries in the US.

Arnold Schwarzenegger wants to play another Batman villain - CNET

He'll be back -- maybe. The actor and former California governor says "of course" he'd take on the Caped Crusader again.

See a lost thermal shield zip ahead of the space station - CNET

A camera on Earth captures a fun video of an errant protective shield that escaped from the International Space Station.

Blue Origin rockets lift off on $1B a year from Jeff Bezos - CNET

Space isn't cheap. That has Bezos digging deep into his Amazon riches.

Take a tour of YouTube's live TV app - CNET

YouTube TV is now available, bringing live channels like ESPN, Fox and CBS to screens in select cities. Here's what the phone app looks like.

Xbox Project Scorpio is one fancy game console video - CNET

Microsoft revealed more details about its upcoming beast of a game system, with specs that indicate it can outperform the PlayStation 4 Pro. But we have yet to see it in action.

Singlecue Gen 2 review - CNET

The Gen 2 Singlecue lets folks talk to their TVs and smart home devices with simple gestures.

Tesla bulls are stuck in the Matrix, says analyst

Barclays analyst Brian Johnson thinks Tesla investors are in need of a 'red pill.'

Twitter shares drop after co-founder Evan Williams announces big share sale

Twitter's co-founder and current chief executive of Medium, Evan Williams, announced Thursday he is selling shares in the social media company he helped start.

The Silicon Valley start-up that's raised $133m to fix the U.S. education system takes its next step

Silicon Valley education start-up AltSchool, backed by Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, has added five new execs to help take its software into public schools.