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Tuesday 21 February 2017

Gasp! Time to ditch my grandfathered unlimited data plan? - CNET

Is Verizon's new unlimited plan tantalizing enough to make the switch? CNET's Marguerite Reardon offers some advice.

Logan's high points: Wolverine's films, ranked - CNET

"Logan" is already being praised as Hugh Jackman's best outing as X-Men hero Wolverine. Before it hits screens, we rank the competition.

Historic SpaceX launch scuttled, reset for Sunday - CNET

Elon Musk's rocket company had to put off sending snacks to the International Space Station and simultaneously opening a new chapter in space history.

Monday 20 February 2017

Deliver shipments to Electric Avenue in the Mercedes Urban eTruck - Roadshow

It's completely electric, and it's about to hit European roads for the first time.

New Lotus one-off pays homage to James Bond's Esprit spy car - Roadshow

Because who doesn't want to drive around humming the Bond theme?

Facebook is going live on NBA All-Star weekend - CNET

NBA and Turner Sports are teaming up to show NBA All-Star festivities on Facebook Live.

'Hidden Figures' and the true NASA stories behind the movie - CNET

NASA's chief historian explains the real events that inspired the inspirational Oscar-nominated film.

Stephen King's creepy 'Castle Rock' coming to life on Hulu - CNET

It's like horror-fan Christmas! A mysterious teaser hints at an upcoming anthology series set in King's spooky Maine town.

Dreaming of a new 787 - CNET

Boeing's newest Dreamliner aircraft, the 787-10, made its debut this week at the company's factory in South Carolina.

ZOMG! 1990s favorite Zima is about to make a zomeback - CNET

Throw on that Hypercolor T-shirt and dance the Macarena. One of the weirdest icons of the 1990s is heading back to stores.

NBA star Kyrie Irving believes Earth is flat - CNET

Commentary: On a podcast, the Cleveland Cavaliers point guard suggests people should do their own research.

You can now fly a toy drone with just hand gestures - CNET

The Aura quadcopter ditches a traditional stick controller or smartphone for a glove that lets you fly with a wave of your hand.

Who's yer daddy? James Earl Jones back as Mufasa of 'Lion King' - CNET

Fans just can't wait for the actor with the booming voice to return to Pride Rock in the upcoming remake.

Sunday 19 February 2017

NBA star Aaron Gordon looks to app to stay Lucid - CNET

The high-flying slam dunker says his success is partly due to a mental-training app that keeps him grounded.

Google is finally taking fitness seriously with Android Wear 2.0 - CNET

It won't replace a Fitbit, but there is still a lot it does well.

The renter's guide to smart-home tech - CNET

Don't let not owning a home stop you from taking advantage of smart-home tech.

SpaceX launch heaps new history on top of old in major first - CNET

The commercial space company is now in charge of the historic launch pad that sent astronauts to the moon and hosted the shuttle program for years.

​Lego BrickHeadz Batman and Robin want collectible superfans to build them - CNET

Lego's bigger-than-minifigure figures are focused on big characters at small scale.

Thursday 16 February 2017

Australians, why is 'Cantina Band' your top sex song? - CNET

Forget Barry White and Marvin Gaye. Australians are getting it on Mos Eisley-style, according to Spotify.

Microsoft likely will show off Xbox Project Scorpio on June 11 - CNET

The company hinted at the new gaming console by posting a picture of its components in a tweet.

Ford blows $200M on new wind tunnel complex - Roadshow

Didn't Bob Dylan write about this topic at one point?

AR rocks, as climbing gyms become real-life video games - CNET

Rock climbing comes to grips with augmented reality, the tech that helped make Pokemon Go a sensation.

Pagani unveils $2.4M, 764-hp Huayra Roadster - Roadshow

There's no more elegant way to spend $2.4 million.

Apple's OLED iPhone displays may come from a Chinese supplier - CNET

Apple is reportedly looking for ways to meet high demand for expensive and hard-to-make OLED screens.

'Daily Show' browser extension turns Trump tweets into child's scribble - CNET

Commentary: Want to convert the president's tweets into kiddie art? This is one way.

GOP demands inquiry into EPA use of encrypted messaging apps - CNET

A congressional committee says it's worried the conversations run afoul of federal record-keeping requirements.

Should you buy a 55-inch OLED TV or a 65-inch LCD TV? - CNET

Depends on where you sit.

Wednesday 15 February 2017

Yahoo tells users they were hit with cookie attack - CNET

And it hasn't even offered them milk. Yahoo revealed the attack in December, but it was buried by news of its 2013 security breach -- the biggest one on record.

HP hires Christian Slater to hack companies for fun - CNET

Commentary: In a new ad campaign, HP shows how easy it is to hack into corporate systems.

Elon Musk tweets (then deletes) opposition to Trump's travel ban - CNET

Commentary: The Tesla CEO seems to regret three tweets about government policy.

2018 Jaguar lineup underpinned by new 247-hp I4 engine - Roadshow

The XE, XF and F-Pace receive separate updates, as well.

Tuesday 14 February 2017

IBM built a voice assistant for cybersecurity - CNET

The tech giant has taken its Watson artificial intelligence software and created a voice assistant for it. The first use: cybersecurity.

Apple's iPhone 8 could get curved OLED screens -- and make Samsung billions - CNET

If Samsung supplies Apple with curved iPhone 8 screens, it would also make the forthcoming Galaxy S8 phone a lot less unique.

That Apple MacBook-friendly LG 5K display is on back order - CNET

The impressive-sounding LG UltraFine 5K display that was built with Apple's MacBooks in mind is technically on sale, but delayed for a few weeks.

'The Lego Batman Movie': Proof a good 'Justice League' can happen - CNET

Commentary: If director Zack Snyder's having a hard time making his DC movie universe more fun, he should take a look at how this Lego movie pulled it off.

NASA's next Mars rover will land at one of these three sites - CNET

The Mars 2020 rover will delve into the planet's history of water and possible microbial life. But first NASA must decide where it'll land.

12 awesome science videos from one unique Instagram account - CNET

I stumbled upon a really cool Instagram account that features physics-based toys and how they work. Here are some favorites.

T-Mobile ups war against Verizon with lower prices, HD video - CNET

In response to Verizon's recent moves, the carrier adds HD video streaming to its unlimited data plan and drops the price.

Elon Musk: We'll have to become cyborg hybrids to keep up - CNET

Commentary: At the World Government Summit, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO says to stay relevant, humans will have to merge more with machines, and that comes with societal dangers.

Samsung is maybe making more Galaxy S8 phones from the get go - CNET

It could ship 40 percent more Galaxy S8 phones than it did in the first batch of the S7, according to one report.

This company will help you build a brand-new first-gen Mini - Roadshow

British Motor Heritage wants to sell you a shiny new Mini shell, but it comes at a price.

NASA astronaut pulls off cargo-bag prank in space - CNET

Astronaut Peggy Whiston took the art of practical jokes to a new level by surprising her colleagues up in orbit on the International Space Station.

'Star Trek: Discovery' beams new Starfleet officers on board - CNET

With production already underway, "Star Trek: Discovery" continues to add crew members.

Unlimited plans: Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T and Sprint, compared - CNET

We compare the unlimited data plans offered from the four major US carriers.

Monday 13 February 2017

Chance the Rapper's Grammys a big score for streaming too - CNET

To anyone confused about why you can't find Chance the Rapper on iTunes after his big Grammy wins Sunday night, here's why -- and why it matters.

Tech workers protest in SF to keep attention on travel ban - CNET

Chanting "no ban, no wall," over 100 tech employees take to San Francisco's streets to demonstrate against Trump's immigration policies.

Former exec says Magic Leap hobbled by a sexist workplace - CNET

Lawsuit alleges "boys' club" environment results in mysterious startup missing internal deadlines.

Tech says 'NO' to Trump policies at SF protest - CNET

San Francisco tech workers demonstrate against President Trump's immigration policies chanting, "no ban, no wall, sanctuary for all."

The Nintendo Switch is a handbag console - CNET

Nintendo is billing its next gaming machine as a home console, but let's be real, plenty of you are going to take this everywhere you go. Here's how it stacks up with what you are probably already carrying, taken during our latest hands-on session with the machine at the Nintendo New York store on Monday.

Someone adds Obama to NBA 2K17 video game, and it's well done - CNET

A well-crafted YouTube video shows former President Barack Obama living out his dream of playing in the NBA.

This Mercedes-Benz Metris concept is a literal toolbox on wheels - Roadshow

Seriously -- it has a handle on top.

Lucid Motors drifts through the snow in its 1,000-hp Air EV - Roadshow

It turns out there is, in fact, a job that's more fun than this one.

Sunday 12 February 2017

Sony's 2017 high-end LCD TVs cost more than LG's OLEDs - CNET

Equipped with Android TV and Google Assistant, the company's new televisions are now up for preorder. No word on pricing for Sony's own OLED.

HTC wants you to treat your sweetie to a new phone - CNET

The company is discounting three of its phones in time for Valentine's Day.

Ford spending $1 billion on self-driving artificial intelligence - Roadshow

Ford announced an investment in artificial-intelligence company Argo AI to foster development of its self-driving car technology.

'Pot Sasquatch' invades live newscast, frolics in the snow - CNET

A cryptozoological cosplayer photobombs a live news weather report while wearing a Sasquatch suit covered in cannabis leaves.

Saturday 11 February 2017

Snapchat reality TV series 'Second Chance' reunites exes - CNET

The unscripted Snapchat show is all about exes reuniting and hashing out their breakup. What could possibly go wrong?

Steam Direct will let any developer sell any PC game - CNET

Expect more wacky, wild games to choose from in the world's biggest PC game store.

iPhone 8's iris scanner, wireless charging rumors pick up steam - CNET

Plus, Apple's next iPhone could go into production early.

Can Apple still bring us the next 'it' thing in tech? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 71) - CNET

Shara Tibken joins the show to talk about what Apple has left in their bag of tricks. If anything. Plus, get ready save up, the 10th Anniversary iPhone could end up being over $1000.

Dodge's latest police car uses radar, sensors to prevent ambushes - Roadshow

Extra situational awareness is always a good idea.

Why you can't stop taking selfies everyone else hates - CNET

Science confirms we love to bare our soul in selfies, but can't stand to look at everyone else's self-portraits, which are so clearly narcissistic.

Met Museum releases 375,000 images for free, unrestricted use - CNET

The Met unleashes a bevy of free images that can be used any way you want.

The 404 Show 1691: Putting the douche in fiduciary (podcast) - CNET

Jill Schlesinger is back to answer our questions about what the fiduciary standard rollback means and if it's a good time to buy a house.

Geico mocks pre-roll ads with crushing amusement - CNET

Commentary: You don't want to watch online pre-roll ads. But they're there. How can an advertiser make them more palatable. Geico offers a noble effort.

Spotify promotes Katy Perry like crazy. Will it entice other artists? - CNET

The streaming service is reportedly pushing her new single for free just to prove that the internet is mightier than radio.

Friday 10 February 2017

Touring Target's Open House for smart home tech - CNET

A shopping experience centered around the smart home, Target's new San Francisco space lets you try out connected tech in a "dream home" setting.

Audi RS3 Sportback is the worst kind of tease - Roadshow

Then again, we should be happy the US gets any kind of RS3 at all.

Pixel's Google Assistant can now control your smart home - CNET

Google's Pixel phones are getting the update now, so you can use your voice to turn off the lights without a Google Home.

Unicorn startup Zenefits nearly halves its staff with layoffs - CNET

The rising star, once valued at $4.5 billion, is rapidly losing its shine, with 430 staffers cut from the company.

Thursday 9 February 2017

Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 gets Android Nougat, becomes an even better deal - CNET

You'll have a hard time finding a better slate for $200, £170 or roughly AU$260.

These hot deals don't suck: $15 deep fryer, $20 cordless vacuum and $2.70 LED bulbs - CNET

From Home Deals: The best deals on appliances, smart home and kitchen goods

What's your favorite '80s movie? (The 3:59, Ep. 177) - CNET

There's a blizzard in New York and we're the only ones in the office. That means we get to talk about whatever we want!

Dead Sea Scrolls mystery unfurls as scientists find hidden cave - CNET

The discovery of yet another cave thought to have contained the historically significant ancient documents also turns up evidence they were stolen.

2018 Hyundai Accent to say, 'Eh!' in Toronto - Roadshow

The aging subcompact swam upstream in 2016 to a surprisingly strong sales year.

PayPal + Slack = send money to colleagues with a 5-word command - CNET

This new Slack bot could make coffee runs easier among your office mates.

Wednesday 8 February 2017

Abandoned 'space capsule' causes stir along highway - CNET

Passing motorists wondered if either NASA or some alien visitors lost a space capsule near an Arizona roadway.

Samsung Galaxy S8's Bixby AI could beat Google Assistant on this front - CNET

The S8's widely expected voice assistant could launch in up to eight languages, according to one report.

SpaceX wants to launch a rocket every two to three weeks - CNET

Despite September's dramatic explosion, Elon Musk's space venture appears to be back on track.

Twitter takes on trolls to make itself safer for you - CNET

A set of safety-minded changes to the social media service will target abusive accounts and tweets.

Dell laptop explodes again and again and again - CNET

Commentary: A California teen is charging his laptop when flames shoot out.

Internet left conflicted by Obama's epic vacation photos - CNET

After leaving the White House, the 44th president went kiteboarding, yielding photos that still polarize as much as the politics he left behind.

Google just made 'zoom and enhance' a reality -- kinda - CNET

Neural networks can now turn tiny, blurry images of faces (or bedrooms) into more-detailed ones, but the details are imagined.

Here's what happens when you order a Bugatti Chiron - Roadshow

Calling the process "involved" barely does it justice.

NYC fines Airbnb hosts for 'illegal' home rentals - CNET

State lawmakers issue steep fines to crack down on people listing multiple short-term rentals on the site.

ZTE Axon 7 is now the cheapest Google Daydream VR-ready phone - CNET

Once you download the Android Nougat update, that is.

Apple v. Samsung legal battle goes back to its roots - CNET

A federal appeals court says it's up to a district court to decide if there should be a damages retrial in the long-running patent case.

Is this ZTE's first Android Wear smartwatch? - CNET

Noted tech leaker Evan Blass says it most definitely is.

Morgan EV3 Junior is a fun, expensive way to teach your kid about EVs - Roadshow

It's just like the regular EV3, except it's incapable of fitting a regular-size adult. Oh, wait, that's the normal one, too.

In 500 years, robots haven't become any less creepy - CNET

Go inside a brilliant new exhibition at London's Science Museum where robots hundreds of years old prove they've always been pretty unnerving.

Terminators, swans and robo-monks: Here's 500 years of robots - CNET

An exhibition in London's Science Museum offers up a collection of more than 100 humanoid robots from real and cinematic worlds.

Tuesday 7 February 2017

Democrats promise to fight threats to kill net neutrality - CNET

Senate Democrats say they'll wage war to protect the open internet as a Republican FCC and Congress prepare to pick apart net neutrality rules adopted in 2015.

Amazon CEO mocks rumor it's planning robot-run supermarkets - CNET

Jeff Bezos doesn't tweet much, but he took the opportunity to slam a New York Post story on Amazon's supposed futuristic grocery ambitions.

Apple's new iPhone 7 ad sets the perfect mood for our times - CNET

Commentary: It's a tale of one night shot by iPhone 7 users and it offers a welcome glimpse into an alternate reality.

Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg: We need time to mourn - CNET

The social network is expanding its bereavement policy and paid leave for employees who are taking care of sick family members.

Rock Band VR riffing on Oculus Rift from March 23 - CNET

The virtual reality incarnation of Rock Band will let you improvise your very own guitar solos.

Monday 6 February 2017

Your e-books are about to get a big IQ boost - CNET

Get ready for video, hyperlinks and interactive quizzes, all neatly packed on your tablet or laptop, as web and e-book tech groups get on the same page.

​Zuckerberg close to updating Facebook's mission - CNET

The CEO posts the founder's letter he wrote five years ago and says he's almost done writing a new one. The social network's Sheryl Sandberg is reflecting, too.

​FAA: Keep your drone far, far away from the Super Bowl - CNET

The government doesn't just want to avoid an errant drone falling on the crowd at the football championship. It's grounding the aircraft for miles around.

No faking it, Facebook rakes it in - CNET

The social network crushes fourth-quarter earnings expectations even as it continues to grapple with fake news.

Sprint attacks Verizon in morbid Super Bowl ad - CNET

Commentary: A dad fakes his own death to get out of his Verizon contract. This is your Super Bowl fun from Sprint.

Reddit shuts down the alt-right subreddit - CNET

The community felt the full force of the banhammer, not for hate speech or inciting violence, but for posting personal and confidential information.

Car voice commands won't suck with Nuance's assistant - Roadshow

Nuance, the company behind most car voice command systems, demonstrates how its latest technology relies on the cloud and machine learning to give drivers the best results.

Sunday 5 February 2017

Why 'Resident Evil' crushes every other video game movie - CNET

With the sixth "Resident Evil" film in theaters, star Milla Jovovich and writer-director Paul WS Anderson reveal the secrets to turning a video game monster mashup into a billion-dollar franchise.

Watch a see-through robot catch and release a goldfish - CNET

A robot made from hydrogel is fast enough to grab a fish as it swims by.

No one needs bodyguards less than 'Aquaman' Jason Momoa - CNET

A amusing photo of the "Game of Thrones" and "Aquaman" star inspires a Khal Drogo-sized meme.

Ex-Twitter CEO apologizes (again) for site's online abuse - CNET

Dick Costolo says he's sorry for not doing enough to curb social network's bullying and trolling.

Wednesday 1 February 2017

Asteroid attack? Astronomers ponder fourth close pass of 2017 - CNET

Yet another space rock is set to give Earth a close shave. We ask a professional sky watcher if we should be freaking out just yet.

Finally, a reason to dust off your... Famicom Disk System? - CNET

Nintendo's Famicom Disk System was released in 1986 in Japan and hasn't had anything developed for it in over 20 years. Until now.

Tom Brady wants his nickels back in 'Bad Lip Reading' video - CNET

Kick off your prep for Sunday's Super Bowl with a look at what NFL players were saying -- or singing -- on the gridiron this season.

EEG cap allows completely paralysed patients to communicate - CNET

A non-invasive brain-computer interface has allowed a number of locked-in people to communicate with the outside world. They say they're happy.

Barnes & Noble recalls shocking Nook 7 chargers - CNET

The casing on the tablet's power adapter is faulty, posing an electrical shock risk.