Samsung's Bixby will help you shop, unless you have Verizon - CNET

A new camera feature on the Galaxy S8 that recognizes bar codes and products was delayed on Verizon phones.

What Nintendo's SNES Classic needs most - CNET

Commentary: If Nintendo resurrects its 16-bit system, it might as well be perfect.

Could coconuts reveal the secrets of the great Alcatraz escape? - CNET

As if the 1962 breakout from the "inescapable" prison wasn't already nuts, researchers now hope to find the truth with help from fruit.

Honda debuts CR-V Hybrid in Shanghai, likely heading to US - Roadshow

There's certainly a case to be made for doing so.

Blast around the track in the Lotus Exige Cup 380 - Roadshow

Built to strike a balance between track day beasts and road cars, the Exige Cup 380 is a screamer of a sports coupe.

Bill Nye wants to save the world from science deniers - CNET

The Science Guy stops by CNET to talk about his new Netflix show...and we roast marshmallows (for science!).

The Galaxy Note 8 could get the S8's most wanted camera feature - CNET

A dual-camera setup is just one analyst prediction for Samsung's Galaxy Note 8.

See the big peanut-shaped asteroid zooming by Earth Wednesday - CNET

NASA gets a good look at a hefty asteroid passing by Earth, and it resembles a popular legume.

Facebook shows what our post-phone future will look like - CNET

Day one of F8 was all about augmented reality and virtual reality. Day two went even further, showcasing tech that seemed straight out of a sci-fi novel.

Bose is spying on us, lawsuit alleges - CNET

The proposed class-action suit claims the audio company uses its wireless headphones and Bose Connect app to collect private data and sell it to third parties, report says.

Chihuahua arrested by police gains Facebook fame - CNET

Commentary: In Northern Ireland, alleged criminals come in all shapes, sizes and species.

April the giraffe's cam going offline on Friday: Bye-bye baby - CNET

Watch now if you want, because the little family's time as the Kardashians of the animal world is ticking to a close.

Oculus cofounder Palmer Luckey is back. And it's weird - CNET

The wunderkind virtual reality inventor had largely been silent since his politicking was exposed last year and he slunk out of Facebook.

Samsung's brand has largely bounced back from Note 7 debacle - CNET

The latest polls from YouGov BrandIndex show Samsung is positioned roughly equal to Apple in consumer's minds again.

FCC chairman pitches net neutrality reform to Silicon Valley - CNET

Ajit Pai, chairman of the FCC, looks for common ground between Silicon Valley and broadband providers to "fix" controversial net neutrality rules.

The Nike-inspired Apple Watch comes in a new shade of gray - CNET

The color change is just the latest sign Apple is pushing forward.

MG E-Motion concept is one gorgeous electric coupe - Roadshow

Good luck ever seeing one in the US, though.

Police set 420 day 'sting' trap with Cheetos, video games - CNET

Got the munchies? You might want to avoid that tempting bag of White Castle burgers sitting in the park.

AT&T Fiber adds eight more metro areas - CNET

The telecommunications giant says it's expanding its "100 percent fiber" internet network.

​Apple wins Al Gore's praise on environmentalism - CNET

The former vice president chats with Apple's Lisa Jackson about climate change, renewable energy and President Donald Trump.

Got a second to kill? Learn a new language with this MIT app - CNET

MIT researchers design an app suite to help you learn Spanish or French while you're waiting for your friends to get back to you on chat. Muy bueno!

A direct hit from a large asteroid wouldn't be pretty - CNET

A major asteroid safely passed us this week. Whew! Had it made impact it could have been just as bad as in a Hollywood movie.

Our favorite car chase movies not named 'Fast and Furious' - CNET

With "Fate of the Furious" now on the big screen, we asked people around the office for their favorite car chase scenes other than the Fast and Furious movies.

'Stranger Things' skewered by new MST3K cast in video - CNET

Is "Stranger Things" star David Harbour the new Joe Don Baker? Let's just say their morning routine of Schlitz and smokes might be similar.

Ranking the Fast and Furious movies from NOS to NOPE - CNET

We find two valid ways to rate the FATF series that have surprisingly little to do with cars or muscle.

'Class' takes 'Doctor Who' back to school with extracurricular aliens - CNET

The edgy spin-off features a smouldering teen cast and splashes of gore among the snarky gags and a Capaldi cameo.

Oh, baby! April the giraffe delivers her long-awaited calf - CNET

The baby giraffe, whose mom has been a web star for months, is born safely at Animal Adventure Park in Harpursville, New York.

Your 'Westworld' sexbot is almost here, thanks to RealDoll - CNET

Abyss Creations, maker of the life-size RealDoll, releases an AI named Harmony on the unsuspecting world as its first step toward personal sex robots.

Police warn Darth Vader not to text and drive - CNET

California police pull over the infamous Star Wars Sith Lord to remind people no one is exempt from laws against dangerous driving habits.

Audi R8 LMS GT4 will race its way into your heart - Roadshow

You'll probably never get to drive one, but you can always dream.

'Last Jedi' director explains the Star Wars movie's title, once and for all - CNET

Is Jedi singular or plural? Is it Luke, Rey or someone else? Rian Johnson has the answers.

Easter Bunny was born from a chicken-bunny romance, ad says - CNET

If you've always wondered where a bunny comes up with a stash of colored eggs, this viral German ad has the answer.

Star Wars Battlefront II will convert you to the dark side - CNET

The video game sequel lets players explore the immediate aftermath of "Return of the Jedi." It also features multiplayer matches from all Star Wars eras.

Hacked NSA tools could put some Windows users at risk - CNET

A hacking group says it leaked government malware designed to break into Windows computers. But Microsoft says its up-to-date software is safe.

Do women's periods sync with their friends'? Not bloody likely - CNET

An Oxford professor and a period-tracking app did some research, and they say the long-lived myth is not true.

Make Star Wars treats of Jaxxon the rabbit - CNET

Move over, Easter bunny. Star Wars bounty hunter Jaxxon is the muse for these tasty Rice Krispies Treat Pops.

Russia shows off robotic gunslinger - CNET

Commentary: Russia's deputy prime minister, Dmitry Rogozin, proudly tweets video of a Russian Robocop in action.

Trump admits tweets may lead to end of world (on SNL) - CNET

Commentary: The president seems aware of the precarious state of the world, as does his vice president, Mike Pence.

Make poop emoji Peeps for a tasty treat - CNET

Celebrate Easter with tasty Peeps that look like poop emojis.

'The Last Jedi' to reveal more about Rey's parents - CNET

Star Wars fans may finally learn what happened to Rey's parents, as well as other "twists and turns."

Can an iPhone survive a 100-foot fall in a chocolate bunny? - CNET

Watch as an iPhone 7 gets the ultimate durability test, with only an Easter treat to protect it from an impressive drop.

Star Wars Battlefront II trailer leaks - CNET

EA's latest Battlefront title brings Darth Maul, Yoda, Kylo Ren and Rey into one game.

T-Mobile just won the keys to supercharging its network - CNET

T-Mobile, Dish Network and Comcast are the three big winners of the FCC's latest auction for spectrum, which is the critical ingredient for any wireless network.

Are edible bubbles the future of packaged water? - CNET

The makers of Ooho edible water bubbles want to replace plastic bottles with squishy, consumable packaging.

Whoa! Saturn moon has all the ingredients to support life - CNET

The icy world of Enceladus hides an ocean beneath its surface, and NASA now says it's found the elements needed for E.T. to swim around in its dark sea.

Furless Tickle Me Elmo: Kill it with fire - CNET

Your nightmares just took a turn for the worse with a video showing a skinned Tickle Me Elmo giggling away like an insane robo-demon.

Subaru Ascent SUV concept aims for three-row domination - Roadshow

Subaru will produce a seven-seat SUV called the Ascent for 2018. Let's hope it looks like this concept.

'Silicon Valley' star Amanda Crew: Insane egos and season 4 pivots - CNET

Crew, who plays Monica on HBO's startup satire, talks about investing in real-life women in tech and who has bigger egos -- entrepreneurs or actors.

Facebook CEO Zuckerberg discusses battle with fake news - CNET

Mark Zuckerberg, the 32-year-old head of Facebook, describes how he sees issues like fake news and community standards.

Jeep readies Yuntu Concept for Shanghai Motor Show reveal - Roadshow

Jeep builds a seven-passenger, plug-in hybrid SUV designed with the Chinese market in mind.

Nintendo reportedly discontinues the NES Classic - CNET

Good-bye, little console. The teeny-tiny NES Classic is sending out its last shipments to retailers in April.

iPhone 8 may move fingerprint reader to the back, similar to Galaxy S8 - CNET

An alleged factory render shows the iPhone with dual cameras stacked vertically and a fingerprint sensor on the back.

Facebook says Instagram Stories now more popular than Snapchat - CNET

The social networking service's photo app, purchased for $1 billion five years ago, has slowly been adding Snapchat-like features. And Facebook says it's working.

Where's streaming TV going? - CNET

Today's rumors about streaming TV include pricing for Hulu's TV service and channel providers teaming up to possibly offer a non-sports bundle.

Dodge Challenger SRT Demon pricing: When will it be available? - Roadshow

Plus answers to questions like: "Will it be available overseas?" and "How will Dodge avoid dealer gouging?"

Facebook adds group payments to Messenger, challenges Venmo - CNET

Starting Tuesday on Android and desktop, you can send or receive money in groups of people on Messenger for free.

This is what a powerful earthquake looks like underwater - CNET

Blue waters turn cloudy in a dramatic video showing a diver's view at the moment a 5.9-magnitude earthquake strikes.

Honda Miimo is an adorable Roomba for your lawn - Roadshow

After being announced years ago, it's finally coming to the US.

Take time to stop and smell the 1,700 Lego daffodils - CNET

A cheery display of daffodils in the UK city of Hull isn't what it seems from a distance. Every stem and flower is crafted from Lego bricks.

United Airlines, your unfriendly skies need these new slogans - CNET

Twitter kindly offers up a batch of new mottos for the beleaguered airline. Now serving punch!

Facebook hosting Communities Summit this summer in Chicago - CNET

The social network wants to help users overseeing Facebook Groups community pages "gather, share and connect in real life."

BMW car club chapter bans some new Bimmers from the track - Roadshow

The matter revolves around advanced driver assistance systems like autonomous emergency braking.

Instagram Direct messages just became more like Snapchat - CNET

Now you can send disappearing photos and videos through Instagram's DMs, which sounds kinda familiar...

What we expect from NASA's 'oceans beyond Earth' news - CNET

The space agency has found something intriguing at a moon in the outer solar system that could influence our plans for visiting. Tune in Thursday.

Your email: Confusing adaptive cruise explained - Roadshow

Jack G. in Florida swears his car is trying to kill him; Cooley explains that is a feeling some drivers may know on the road to autonomy.

'The Fate of the Furious' review: Wheels spin and engines stall - CNET

The eighth movie in the Fast and the Furious series feels like it's going through the motions.

United Airlines has big trouble in China's social network - CNET

Social Cues: After video of an Asian passenger being dragged off a United flight goes viral, millions on Weibo are pushing back.

These hackers want to do your taxes, and take your refund too - CNET

You might hate doing your taxes, but with $5.8 billion to gain, criminals will gladly file them.

For Infiniti SUV concept, luxury is on the outside - Roadshow

Infiniti gives us a first look at its QX80 Monograph concept before it unveiling next Tuesday.

Moto C and C Plus phones rumored for first-time buyers - CNET

The two handsets reportedly could sport 5-inch displays and entry-level hardware.

John Oliver: Gerrymandering is a science the GOP believes in - CNET

Commentary: The HBO comedian rages at the manipulation of the electoral map for political gain.

LeEco deal to buy Vizio for $2 billion falls through - CNET

The Chinese mega-company had agreed to buy the US TV maker in July. The deal is called off amid reports of a cash squeeze.

FCC chairman: Let's kill plan that considered in-flight calls - CNET

The 2013 plan to debate the idea of allowing passengers to make cell phone calls while up in the air should be taken "off the table permanently," Ajit Pai says.

'Father of the Internet' isn't mad, he's just disappointed (The 3:59, Ep. 207) - CNET

We talk about our prior conversation with Vint Cerf (who is hearing impaired) on tech accessibility. Also, does Twitter still have a chance to win the livestreaming battle?

Drone takes on a lightning strike: Will it survive? - CNET

It's a conflict for the modern age. An intrepid drone goes up against an artificial lightning strike. Will it live to fly another day?

Relive Wondercon 2017 with impressive cosplay video - CNET

See cosplayers dressed as Power Rangers, Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, the Flash, Batgirl, Wolverine and gender-swapped Disney princes in this new video.

NASA's 12 most far-out futuristic space projects - CNET

From asteroid-tossing robots to laser surfing and ships straight out of Star Trek, NASA's funding tech straight out of our sci-fi fantasies.

Julian Assange film: First trailer shows world of paranoia - CNET

Pulitzer and Oscar winning filmmaker Laura Poitras filmed the WikiLeaks founder for a documentary, "Risk," airing this summer.

Now anyone can use Google Duo for audio calling - CNET

If you have a bad hair day, you won't be forced to show your face on a call.

Sniffing history: Pungent scents of the past come to life - CNET

Volunteers lend their noses to catalog the smell of old books and help us connect to our past. Ah, the delicate bouquet of rotten socks and mothballs.

What if you traded currency based off tweets? - CNET

Social Cues: A study finds that Twitter can be a goose that lays golden eggs.

Cadillac's Super Cruise will finally arrive with 2018 CT6 - Roadshow

It feels like it's been years in the making, but that's because it has.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Singapore scientists teleport lemonade over the internet - CNET

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

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.

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?

Lyft is now {{title}}.5B richer, thanks to new funding round - Roadshow

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Facebook users are watching more video of other Facebook users.

Don Rickles dies, and fellow comics lovingly pay tribute - CNET

In his 90 years of life, the comedian insulted practically everyone. Yet no one ever seemed to mind.

Hellish atmosphere on planet lends hope to search for life on others - CNET

Scientists spot an atmosphere around an exoplanet close to the size of Earth, adding cautious optimism to the search for life among the most common type of stars.

Yosemite Bear Tracker lets you follow from a safe distance - CNET

Peek into the secret lives of Yosemite National Park's black bears with an online GPS tracker that lets you follow in their footsteps.

Relax, Verizon won't replace ​Yahoo name with its Oath brand - CNET

After Verizon completes its Yahoo acquisition, it'll promote the Yahoo brand, a top exec says. The new Oath brand is mostly for business partners.

Fiat Chrysler's chassis design is full of holes... literally - Roadshow

The company is investigating "lightening holes" for lower curb weights and improved efficiency.

Mac Pro will finally get a reboot! (The 3:59, Ep. 204) - CNET

Also, will you take the Verizon-Yahoo-AOL Oath?

'Doctor Who' season 10 revelation 'will melt your brains' - CNET

Showrunner Steven Moffat promises excitement and then some as he and stars Peter Capaldi, Pearl Mackie and Matt Lucas talk series 10.

​Bank CEO: US shouldn't eject tech-savvy foreigners - CNET

The country's economic growth would improve if foreign nationals could stay in the States, says JPMorgan Chase CEO and Trump advisor Jamie Dimon.

Tesla is the most valuable US automaker, according to market cap - Roadshow

After two strong days of trading, Tesla's market capitalization surpassed both Ford and General Motors.

The best Gilfoyle burns on 'Silicon Valley' - CNET

Beware of entering the crosshairs of TV's favorite satanic software engineer, Bertram Gilfoyle; he verbally eviscerates coworkers on HBO's hilarious sendup of tech startups.

March Madness app sets livestream record - CNET

NCAA says there were 98 million streams of this year's men's basketball tournament via the March Madness Live app.

Big 'n' sporty: Lexus teases LS 500 F Sport for New York Auto Show - Roadshow

It's built atop the stiffest luxury-car chassis Lexus ever built, so that's a good start.

'Doctor Who' season 10 opens with a pacy 'Pilot' episode - CNET

Peter Capaldi's final adventures in the Tardis begin with an episode that harks back to the show's beginnings.

Xbox's Project Scorpio secrets to be spilled later this week - CNET

Video game analysts at Digital Foundry say they've got some juicy details on Microsoft's upcoming console, Project Scorpio.

Canadian town picks Uber for public transit - CNET

Innisfil, Ontario, concludes that subsidizing the car-hailing service is cheaper and more flexible than running its own buses.

Teens think Google is cooler than Apple (says Google survey) - CNET

Commentary: Google's "It's Lit" survey offers some serendipitous results. Sample: Facebook is less cool than Walmart.

​Here come Amazon's refunds for your kids' in-app purchases - CNET

As much as $70 million in charges could be eligible for refunds after the FTC and the online retailer have put to rest a lawsuit over parental consent.