Sunday, April 9, 2017
Spotify CEO confirms death of company executive in Stockholm terror attack
Daniel Ek said a Spotify team member died in Friday's suspected terror attack in Stockholm, Sweden.
Trump suddenly tweets explanation for not bombing runway - CNET
Commentary: After the bombing of a Syrian airport, the president turns to Twitter to answer a question that he must have felt many were asking.
At least 3 states are trying to replace the online privacy rules nixed by Trump
Local lawmakers are exploring how to change the way internet providers collect and share information, Recode reports.
On SNL, Alec Baldwin is both Bill O'Reilly and Donald Trump - CNET
Commentary: In a skit already popular on YouTube, the Fox News personality and the president decide they have much in common. What could it be?
2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow
When the 475-horsepower Grand Cherokee SRT just isn't enough, throw a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 under the hood.
Wonga breach affects 'up to 270,000 in UK and Poland'
The payday lender says bank account numbers and home addresses were among the information stolen.
Taxpayers have lost billions to tax scammers: Here's how to avoid becoming a victim
Fraudsters are trying to get their hands on your tax refund, or scam you into sending them money.
Nightingale sweetens your smart sleep routine - CNET
The $300 Nightingale sleep system brings stereo sound to your slumber.
Twitter's livestreaming effort takes a serious blow from Amazon - CNET
The social network lost some leverage in the emerging livestreaming race after Amazon won NFL streaming rights.
UltraBeer trades too much flavor for a good head video - CNET
This fun gadget leaves stirred-up beer in its wake.
Microsoft changed how the Xbox One Home button works, and I'm not sure I like it - CNET
One button press becomes three. Also, I'm old and resistant to change.
Xbox One changes up the Home button video - CNET
More clicks to get to the main menu screen, but faster Guide access.
Review: TreePod Camper
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Morgan Freeman spoofs 'Shawshank Redemption' narration - CNET
The acclaimed actor is ready to get busy living, or get busy going viral, with this clip from "The Graham Norton Show."
Woman falls 60 ft while taking selfie on bridge, police say - CNET
Commentary: A woman allegedly gets onto a closed walkway on California's tallest bridge just to take a selfie. It's not a good idea.
To tackle 'big urban problems', Google's parent company is briskly hiring in health care, biotech
Those in the life sciences industry have mixed feelings about Alphabet playing in their backyard.
'Bernie Sanders Show' brings politics to podcasting - CNET
Politicize your podcast list with the Vermont senator's talk show, which includes such guests as Bill Nye the Science Guy.
A sleek and sexy convertible Chromebook for commuters - CNET
The Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA is an attractively affordable and compact 2-in-1 Chromebook.
At Google, gender pay gap 'systemic,' says Labor Department - CNET
The US Department of Labor accuses the tech giant of compensation disparities across its workforce. The company flat-out denies the allegation.
Seattle Mariners selling toasted grasshoppers at ballpark - CNET
Buy me some peanuts and grasshoppers. Wait, what? Toasted insects crawl onto the Safeco Field ballpark menu.
Carrie Fisher will appear as Leia in final 'Star Wars' movie - CNET
"The legacy should continue," the late actress' brother Todd Fisher says of his sister's role in the film saga.
Emotiva's $229 BasX A-100 amplifier wows the Audiophiliac - CNET
Don't let the Emotiva amplifier's low price lead you to underestimate its capabilities.
Ford CEO Mark Fields 'encouraged' about Trump, Xi summit as company ramps up China push
The auto giant's CEO said it was a good thing that Trump and Xi were forging a relationship.
Control your home with jedi mind tricks video - CNET
The Singlecue lets you talk to your TV and other gadgets with simple gestures
Why some start-up founders want more regulation, not less, from pro-business Trump administration
Surprisingly, many founders of start-ups featured on CNBC's inaugural Upstart 25 list favor new regulations on business.
Kreisel Electric EVEX 910e takes a piece of history into the 21st century - Roadshow
It's a street-legal recreation of a Porsche racecar, with enough horsepower and torque to produce hypercar acceleration. What's not to like?
CalDigit Tuff review - CNET
Always dropping your data? The CalDigit Tuff is the portable drive for you.
Gaming addictions: The video games we're playing right now - CNET
Every week, we ask people around the office what they're into. This week it's all about the video games taking up most of their time.
2018 Audi S5 Coupe Release Date, Price and Specs - Roadshow
The athletic Audi S5 coupe has two fewer doors than its S4 sport sedan sibling, but beneath the sheetmetal it's the same sweet ride and Audi Connect tech.
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.
This high-tech robot can help prevent oil and gas pipeline spills
This robot can crawl into parts of oil and gas pipelines that have never been inspected before, helping prevent oil spills.
Twitter refuses to hand over info to US government video - CNET
In this week's wrap-up, Twitter takes on the federal government over the identity of a user critical of the Trump administration.
JBL Flip 4 review - CNET
The JBL Flip speakers were already really good. Changes to the newest fourth-generation version make them even better.
See the explosion set off when two 'teenage' stars collide - CNET
Astronomers capture a detailed image of a few would-be suns crashing -- and tearing up the place they were born in the process.
How smart home tech could help schizophrenics cope - CNET
With the right combination of emerging technology, schizophrenia treatment could be on the brink of a major shift.
That UltraBeer Thing gives your beer a bubbly makeover - CNET
Within a couple of seconds, this device will give your beer a frothy head.
Five reasons to get a 4K laptop and one big reason to stay away - CNET
Having a 4K-resolution laptop display is still partly marketing hype, but there is value in those additional pixels. Here's why.
Cambridge Sound Management Nightingale review - CNET
The Nightingale is way smarter than standard white noise machines, but its $300 price is pretty steep.
This is your laptop on 4K - CNET
It's not great for battery life, but damn if they don't look nice. Here are eight excellent options for going high-res on your next laptop.
Review: Mevo by Livestream
2017 Jaguar XF review - Roadshow
With a supercharged V6 engine, stellar handling dynamics, better on-road comfort and a tech-heavy cabin, Jaguar's XF S makes for an interesting alternative to one of the German midsize sport sedans.
Universal remote deal: Logitech Harmony Smart Control for $70 at Best Buy - CNET
Best Buy is once again discounting one of our favorite universal remotes.
US regulators accuse Google of underpaying female workers
Government investigators looking into how Google pays its employees have accused the tech giant of shortchanging women doing similar work to men.
Friday, April 7, 2017
Every tech IPO filing uses the same word to describe Silicon Valley hiring: 'intense'
Like every tech company hitting the public markets, Okta called the Bay Area a competitive place for engineering talent.
Snapchat just made applying for a job at McDonald's easier for millennials
Teens looking for a job at McDonald's need only a smartphone and 10 seconds to apply for a position thanks to Snapchat.
Salesforce's literal view from the top - CNET
Looking out from the tallest building in San Francisco, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff emphasizes the importance of community, inclusion and philanthropy.
Apple and Verizon to run ads as part of 'SNL,' report says - CNET
Commentary: Begone the boring old ad in the commercial break. Instead, make your ad part of the show and even let the "SNL" writers write it.
Apple AirPods: Review
Twitter forces US to drop demand for Trump critic's details
A government agency wanted the identity of a Trump critic, but has withdrawn their request.
Man drives into river after GPS told him to, police say - CNET
Commentary: In China, yet another driver apparently slavishly follows technology and ends up where he shouldn't be. And police spend half a day getting the car out.
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