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Saturday, 25 March 2017

The RS badge might be coming to a Ford crossover near you - Roadshow

People like performance. People really like crossovers. We should have seen this coming.

Elon Musk shows off first 'release candidate' Model 3 - Roadshow

It's a quick video, but this is your first chance to see a near-production Model 3 in motion -- and a cheeky explanation of why it's called Model 3 in the first place.

Samsung disabling Galaxy Note 7's battery charging in South Korea - CNET

The few surviving Galaxy Note 7's could be killed off after this move.

OK Google Home, give a clear answer on the CIA and spying - CNET

Watch what happens when you ask a Google Home speaker about the CIA. Talk about defensive!

These Mars sand dunes look like a bunch of worms - CNET

A fresh look at the Martian landscape shows a collection of wormy-looking curved dark sand dunes.

Apple's red iPhone 7 and new, cheaper iPad are now available - CNET

Apple starts selling the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus in red as part of a program to help raise money for HIV and AIDS programs and research.

You can order Tesla's solar roof tiles in April - CNET

The electric-car company's solar roof efforts are beginning to take shape.

'Life' science guy on looking to slime for alien inspiration - CNET

Genetics expert Adam Rutherford discusses the science of "Life" and "Ex Machina", and why alien life could be the most significant discovery in human history.

The 404 Show 1695: Sadie Gennis tells us what to watch in April (podcast) - CNET

TV Guide's Sadie Gennis is here to run down the list of shows debuting in April. From Fargo to American Gods to Silicon Valley, there's something for everyone on her list.

Wonder Woman, Cyborg teasers released for 'Justice League' - CNET

The last two individual teasers of the week are now out there, as fans await Saturday's full trailer.

Friday, 24 March 2017

The 2017 Nissan GT-R Track Edition is coming to the US - Roadshow

American GT-R fans now have a new model to dream about, the $127,990 Track Edition. It's rocking Nismo-tuned Bilstein dampers and even more carbon fiber.

The fight over Pluto is much bigger than one (dwarf) planet - CNET

A decade after Pluto was demoted, the first fly-by team has a radical proposal to restore its former status, resurrecting the biggest battle in space.

CNET UK podcast 517: A new iPhone, new Android and Zelda mayhem - CNET

The UK's best tech podcast returns with news of new iPhones, new Android and all the info you need to know about taking electronics on your summer holiday flight.

Tuesday, 21 March 2017

Gigantic chicken struts onto the internet, into our hearts - CNET

You can almost feel the ground shaking through your computer screen as an impossibly large chicken struts around the yard.

Twitter pumped over Tom Brady's found Super Bowl jersey - CNET

Commentary: The NFL says the famed quarterback's jersey, which disappeared after the Super Bowl, was in foreign hands.

You don't know kung fu, Iron Fist - CNET

Commentary: Marvel and Netflix's latest series has gotten plenty of bashing from critics, but really the main character just sucks at fighting back.

Are your teens strung out on tech? - CNET

From CNET Magazine: For the teenage brain, screen time is like a hit of drugs. Here's how parents can cope.

Volkswagen to bring compact T-Roc to US dealerships in 2019 - Roadshow

It probably won't have the crazy roof that its concept sports, though.

Samsung's Galaxy S8 could look pretty in purple - CNET

Who wouldn't want a Galaxy S8 the same color as an eggplant?

Will 2017 be the year smartwatches finally take off? - CNET

A greater emphasis on fashion should help smartwatches and other wearables appeal to the mass market, boosting sales.

Top Gear America is happening, and it'll drop this year - Roadshow

Take that, Matt LeBlanc.

Monday, 20 March 2017

FBI: We're probing ties between Trump team, Russian hackers - CNET

The agency's director, James Comey, confirms the FBI is looking into any possible ties between the president's campaign and the Russian government.

Super Mario Run bounds on to Android this week - CNET

Get ready to run with Nintendo's iconic plumber on March 23.

Friday, 17 March 2017

Spotify gives you driving directions through Waze - CNET

The music streaming app is partnering with the Google-owned navigation app to let users access the features of both services.

Wait ... spiders pig out on how much each year?! - CNET

You don't know the true meaning of all-you-can-eat unless you're a hungry spider. A new study delves into how many tons of insects go down the spider hatch annually.

Wednesday, 15 March 2017

Here's what you get in the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon's 'crate' - Roadshow

Spoiler alert: It's packing more tools than a season of "The Bachelorette."

Fashion-forward chickens strut in cozy new knitted sweaters - CNET

It's no yolk. Molting hens and one stylish Malaysian rooster are now a lot warmer as they strut around Massachusetts in new garb knitted by retirees.

Facebook: Moderation tool flawed during BBC investigation - CNET

The social network admits its abuse reporting tool wasn't working properly when the BBC called Facebook out for not removing sexualized photos of children.

Here's how Nintendo lovingly crafted Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - CNET

A new minidocumentary series shows just how the Japanese company created the latest in the beloved series.

Steve Jobs was semi-obsessed with fur, says Pixar exec - CNET

The Apple founder was so pleased by a test of Sullivan's fur for "Monsters, Inc.," the team celebrated with beer, says Pixar CTO Steve May at SXSW.

MMMStop! Hanson's 25th-anniversary tour confirms you're old - CNET

Hey, 1990s kids, now it's your turn to feel ancient: The baby-faced band of brothers has been MMMBopping for decades.

​This iPhone case is an Android phone, and it's madness - CNET

The beast with two screens and OS versions exists, perhaps.

BBC dad: Yes, I was wearing pants - CNET

Commentary: The political science professor who performed a Skype interview while his kids ran amok in the background, insists that it's now all good.

Watch the trailer for Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special - CNET

The infamous comedian's long-awaited return to stand-up is right around the corner.

Snapchat brings Bitmoji widgets to your home screen - CNET

The popular app wants to make it quicker to chat with friends.

Apple found guilty of iPhone price-fixing in Russia - CNET

The tech giant had retailers coordinate on the prices of the iPhone 5 and 6, says the country's antimonopoly agency.

Denon brings multiroom audio to mainstream receivers at last - CNET

Despite its announcement three years ago, the new AVR-S730H and AVR-S930H receivers are the first affordable models to feature Heos multi-room music.

These researchers can hack your phone with sound waves - CNET

This hack is more cool than scary, but it shows how hard it is to anticipate every security flaw in our increasingly complex devices.

Tuesday, 14 March 2017

How to cook 'Bob's Burgers' for real - CNET

I love food, and I love watching "Bob's Burgers." A popular YouTube channel shows you how to grill up some of Bob's favorite burgers.

AirPods vs. BeatsX vs. Powerbeats3: Which is best for you? - CNET

We tested Apple's three W1-enabled Bluetooth earbuds to help you find the right fit.

Jane Foster isn't in 'Thor: Ragnarok' for a simple reason - CNET

In the superheroic world of the Avengers, the reason for Natalie Portman's absence will likely be a rather ordinary one.

Thursday, 9 March 2017

Man destroys Kim Kardashian selfie books in store, cops say - CNET

Commentary: A Connecticut man is allegedly so offended by the reality star and entrepreneur that he pours red liquid over several copies of her book of selfies.

PS4 to get Boost Mode, external drive support March 9 - CNET

Thursday's the day the "Sasuke" update will arrive, says Sony.

Steve Jobs, superhero: Graphic novel meets iTunes service terms - CNET

Kapow! An artist turns the dull iTunes ToS nobody reads into superhero-level entertainment with homages to the Simpsons, Charlie Brown, Garfield, Wonder Woman and more.

Watch a snarling Hugh Jackman overdub a 'Logan' fight - CNET

Seeing Hugh Jackman lay down voiceover audio for a super-intense "Logan" fight scene is just as thrilling as watching the finished product.

​Airbnb reportedly eyeing long-term home rentals - CNET

The home rental company may be stepping into Craigslist territory by offering people more permanent places to stay.

Stephen Hawking has advice for avoiding the apocalypse - CNET

The famous physicist says humanity will need to rely on reason to keep our more aggressive, destructive tendencies in check.

Google Home and eBay can tell you how much that's worth - CNET

The two companies demo eBay's new Shopbot, a digital "concierge" for shopping, at Google's cloud conference in San Francisco.

Snapchat's International Women's Day 'Curie' lens backfires - CNET

You can take selfies as Frida Kahlo, Rosa Parks or Marie Curie. But the makeup on Marie Curie's lenses is causing some backlash for Snapchat.

In quest for sweet search combo, Pinterest buys Jelly - CNET

The scrapbooking site acquires the search app co-founded by Twitter's Biz Stone.

Wednesday, 8 March 2017

These might be the 'Last Jedi' spoilers you're looking for - CNET

Want to know Luke's possible first words? Footage for the highly anticipated film showed at the Disney shareholders meeting.

No hammer, no long hair? 'Thor: Ragnarok' first-look photo stuns - CNET

Hair today, gone tomorrow? Chris Hemsworth says he's thankful to skip that daily hour in the stylist's chair.

Tinder Select: A secret app for celebs and beautiful people - CNET

Commentary: Are you famous? Are you gorgeous? Are you famous and gorgeous? This members-only version of Tinder is for you.

Google buys Kaggle and its gaggle of AI geeks - CNET

In its quest to carry us into the machine-learning decades ahead, Google acquires what it calls the globe's largest community of AI enthusiasts.

CIA to WikiLeaks: We're doing our jobs by spying - CNET

The spying agency says "Americans deserve nothing less" than a CIA with the best spy tools. You're welcome, America.

Nintendo Switch: Tips, games, problems and everything else you need to know - CNET

Your ultimate beginner's guide to Nintendo's hybrid tablet/handheld/TV game console.

Tuesday, 7 March 2017

Dom 'goes rogue' in new 'Fate of the Furious' movie clip - CNET

The street-racing family must fight for survival against one of their own in a new preview released on Twitter.

Looking at the Volkswagen ID Buzz concept never gets old - Roadshow

Is there a point to this gallery, other than some neat new pictures of a cool concept? I plead the fifth.

Selfie-taker smashes pumpkin sculpture - CNET

Commentary: A visitor to a Washington museum slips while taking a selfie.

Zelda at 30,000 feet: Playing the Nintendo Switch on a plane - CNET

Planes are cramped enough, but what happens when you throw in a tall reporter, a 9-month-old baby and the new Nintendo Switch video game console?

Ford's new room-sized 3D printer upends additive manufacturing as we know it - Roadshow

The Blue Oval's Stratasys Infinite Build 3D Printer could help to deliver lighter, more customized cars sooner.

Sails and subs: A tour of the San Diego Maritime Museum - CNET

Get up close and personal with a 154-year-old windjammer sailing ship, a Soviet submarine, a Victorian-era ferryboat and more at the San Diego Maritime Museum.

Monday, 6 March 2017

This San Diego museum has a ship-ton of breathtaking boats - CNET

From a Soviet diesel-electric sub to a 154-year-old windjammer sailing ship, the San Diego Maritime Museum has an impressive array of ships. Here's a closer look.

Samsung's SmartCam PT security camera could do more - CNET

Samsung's $229 SmartCam PT can pan and tilt, but it doesn't work with any smart home platforms.

Marshmallow Peeps Oreos are turning tongues -- and poop -- pink - CNET

The cookie maker says the bright-pink food coloring is harmless, but eat enough, and you may discover a colorful surprise.

Disney releases first photo of Emily Blunt as 'Mary Poppins' - CNET

Whether or not we really need a sequel to the Oscar-winning classic, there's one blowing in.

Kim Kardashian tweets her anger at tech - CNET

Commentary: She's pained by such failings as autocorrect trying to change your curses.

Google doodle tests your knowledge of Komodo dragons - CNET

Interactive doodle commemorates the 37th anniversary of Komodo National Park in Indonesia.

Treat your Bible as lovingly as your phone, Pope Francis says - CNET

Commentary: In remarks on Sunday, Pope Francis wonders what would happen if we treated our Bibles like our iPhones.

Thursday, 2 March 2017

Sight Simulator shows you what it's like to be legally blind - CNET

Ever wondered how the world looks to those with glaucoma or cataracts? A new interactive site lets you see for yourself.

February was a banner month for memes, from Gaga to Beyonce - CNET

Got a minute? Get caught up on all the viral goodness the Internet tossed around last month.

Drone hunted by overweight tigers: Trending on YouTube - CNET

YouTube's trending videos are a great place to find cool stuff to watch, and this week you get to find out who wins between a drone and a Siberian tiger.

Trump signs laws to promote women in STEM - CNET

Two new laws will let NASA and the National Science Foundation push for women and girls to get into STEM.

Rolls-Royce builds bespoke ride-on for hospitalized children - Roadshow

I have a lot of dust in my eyes all of a sudden.

Apple trashes office printers in latest iPad Pro ad - CNET

Commentary: Printing on, say, the office machine can be embarrassing. So why not buy an iPad Pro and preserve your personal life?

AR could find its way into the iPhone 8, suggests report - CNET

Sources claim that Apple could have over 1,000 engineers working on an augmented reality-related project.

Wednesday, 1 March 2017

Google may not ditch laptops, just shed Chromebook Pixel name - CNET

There may not be room for two Pixel-named devices in Googleland. Meanwhile, the company's Chrome OS software is here to stay.

​Uber CEO battles driver over falling fares and low pay - CNET

A dashboard cam catches Travis Kalanick getting into a heated argument with his driver. This comes on top of weeks of criticism for the ride-hailing company.

CNET asks: Will the nostalgic Nokia 3310 candy-bar phone win you back? - CNET

The Nokia 3310 is back! Updated and long on nostalgia but not nearly as smart as your average smartphone -- is this phone enticing enough for you to buy it?

Is angry video the end for Uber's CEO? - CNET

Commentary: In a video obtained by Bloomberg, Travis Kalanick gets into an argument with an Uber Black driver. He doesn't come out of it well. Is it time for him to go?

Look at this amazing smart-home tech for kitchens - CNET

Robot chefs! Sinks that appear -- and disappear! Cups that defy gravity! Want a smarter kitchen? Here it comes.

Blink-182 guitarist Tom DeLonge honored with UFO award - CNET

Didn't know the rock star had a thing for aliens? DeLonge's passion to find proof of their existence -- including creating a news site dedicated to UFO research -- earns him an accolade.

Watch brutal Xenomorph attack in new 'Alien: Covenant' trailer - CNET

"The path to paradise begins in hell." Watch as the hopeful crew explores a new world only to be terrified by its not-so-friendly inhabitants.

Singapore's Defence Ministry hit with first cyber attack - CNET

Personal information of 850 employees and servicemen was accessed, but no classified information was stolen.