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The full extent of the recent Sony Pictures hack is starting to become clear, and will no doubt be causing the plush, leather chairs at head office to be squeaking a little louder than usual as executives squirm uncomfortably in their seats. More>>
Parker Mills, an actor hired by Nintendo to wear a Donkey Kong costume at a 2013 Los Angeles Zoo event, is suing the gaming giant for damages due to stress caused by what he alleges were inhumane working conditions. More>>
Yet another top-secret National Security Agency (NSA) program has been unearthed by Glenn Greenwald's publication the Intercept. More>>
© For the first time, a state has convicted someone for posting “revenge porn” pictures. More>>
After years of selling cookies the old-fashioned way, Girl Scouts will now have their own websites and apps to help them sell cookies digitally. More>>
© If you move around a lot, changing your address can be a serious pain. More>>
If you have another tech savvy person on your holiday gift list, and a little extra money lining your jacket pocket this chilly season, you've no doubt been scouring for the ideal gift. More>>
Until there's a real breakthrough in battery technology a portable charger is a must have. More>>
Black Friday is supposed to be the day after Thanksgiving, but we can't even get to the holiday itself without companies giving us a chance to save.
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Just in time for the frigid winter months that lie ahead, home improvement retailer Lowe's has just added an ingenious new gizmo to its popular Iris home automation line — a smart water valve that can automatically shut off your water if it detects that a pipe burst. More>>
Katy Perry confirmed on her personal Twitter account that she will be performing at the halftime show of Super Bowl XLIX in Phoenix on February 1, 2015 More>>
A malware threat first observed in 2012 has evolved and hijacked more than 4 million Android devices to send spam emails, buy event tickets in bulk and crack WordPress accounts. More>>
The U.K.'s first poop-powered bus hit the road this week, ferrying fare-paying passengers around parts of south-west England. More>>
Amazon's Fire TV Stick was such a hit at launch that it is now backordered into next year. More>>
If you've ever left a negative review of a place on Trip Advisor, hopefully you haven't been hit with a fine for your efforts. More>>
Last week Taylor Swift yanked her music from Spotify in a dramatic effort to stand against the devaluation of music … or she said at the time. More>>
Verizon's new customers will have to pay more to jump ship. More>>
When you consider Facebook has 1.35 billion monthly users, with a good many of those active in the U.S., perhaps it shouldn't come as a surprise that cops see the social networking service as a useful tool in the fight against crime. More>>
Security concerns in U.S. government agencies are escalating. More>>
Copyrights probably aren't the first thing you think about when you're on vacation in Paris, but it turns out that some landmarks, like the Eiffel Tower, are actually protected by copyright laws. More>>
There were cheers and celebration across the Internet and in European and United States space agencies this morning with news that a small robotic lander had, for the first time, successfully touched down on a comet.
There's nothing like a grand gesture when proposing marriage. More>>
Are you desperate to get a new phone or switch your service, but reluctant to do so because you know you'll get slammed with a big, fat early termination fee? More>>
Several figures in the porn industry have expressed their desire to have legitimate links shown more prominently and ahead of illegitimate ones. More>>
The latest say-what? footage to hit the Web is the work of three ISS astronauts – the European Space Agency's Alexander Gerst and NASA's Steve Swanson and Reid Wiseman – who had the idea of putting a GoPro inside a water bubble More>>
More bad news for Home Depot. More>>
Microsoft has made an effort to improve the mobile experience and now it's announcing new, free versions of its iOS apps with added functionality. Android apps are also on the way. More>>
Since its initial launch in 2013, Google Glass has been touted as a revolutionary entry into the world of "smart" eyewear. More>>
Many college campuses feature a “Blue Light” system that allows students to get directly in touch with security. A new similarly named app called BlueLight brings the same functionality to your smartphone for an added sense of security both on and off campus. More>>
Whether you want to blast through blocks in Arkanoid or prove your martial arts prowess in Street Fighter II, there's a huge choice of titles for anyone in need of a quick nostalgia boost. More>>
Fingerprint sensors may seem like the most secure way to lock your phone and protect your data, but according to a judge in Virginia, the police can compel you to unlock your phone with your fingerprint. More>>
Halloween is almost here, and while you shouldn't need an excuse to indulge in a little nightmare fuel, the looming holiday certainly makes the idea of watching scary movies a little more appealing. More>>
With Halloween on the horizon, we decided to look back at some of the movie industry's most notable examples of household technology gone horribly wrong More>>
Apple CEO Tim Cook has, for the first time, publicly spoken about being gay. More>>
Thanks to a number of factors, including new technologies, the difference between TV shows and movies is quickly eroding. More>>
This afternoon, the department announced that it's suing AT&T for throttling subscribers in an “unfair or deceptive manner.” More>>
Although pretzels and leg room may be shrinking, one amenity the airline industry offers has been growing: tech in the air. More>>
Supersonic air travel could make a triumphant return in the near future, at least for a select few individuals with extremely healthy bank balances. More>>
In yet another story that involves a potent mixture of mobile technology and general stupidity, Georgia resident Alvin Cross, Jr. most definitely texted the wrong person when recently seeking a little marijuana. More>>
Apple has been uncharacteristically quiet about the official in-store arrival date for the new iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3. More>>
If you think Apple's new 5K iMac is pricey at $2500, wait till you hear how much one of its first PCs sold for this week. More>>
Identity fraud happens when criminals use someone's stolen identity (identity theft) to commit a crime, such as purchasing items with your credit card. It's not going away anytime soon.
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The consumers have spoken, corporate America has listened, and the gears are finally in motion to deliver “à la carte cable” – the ability to only pay for the content and channels you actually use. Except most of your favorite shows would never have been born with the TV model we're moving toward.
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PhotoMath, a new app for iOS, Windows Phone, andAndroid (coming in 2015), can intelligently scan and solve math equations in real time. More>>
Apple Pay just killed the wallet. More>>
A billboard in Moscow is causing a ruckus.
Phone encryption is currently a hot topic in the mobile world, therefore it was only a matter of time until the FBI commented on such technology. More>>
After announcing its new iPhone models just a few weeks ago, Apple has turned its attention to the iPad at an event held in San Francisco. More>>
Just when it looked like the roof might be caving in for those looking to ditch the traditional cable paradigm, HBO went and blew the whole roof right off the building. More>>
Google has launched a host of new devices all running its new Android 5.0 operating system. Initially teased under the name Android L, the preview version has now matured to become Lollipop, a name only now made public. More>>
Do you have a big monthly bill for broadband? Is your cable or satellite TV costing you a fortune? Everyone would like to pay less right? More>>
If you think teenagers always pay a penalty in performance when they juggle multiple media devices, think again. More>>
Representatives from some of the biggest names in tech had some harsh words to say about the US government surveillance scandal on Wednesday during a meeting examining the potential ramifications of the spying activities. More>>
When teens were asked what social network they typically use, only 45 percent responded with Facebook. That's down from 72 percent responding Facebook just six months ago. More>>
Putting space travelers into a state of deep sleep has been a staple of interstellar science fiction for quite some time, but despite originating as a far-fetched concept, the idea of using suspended animation to enable deep space travel might soon become science fact More>>
The number of Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 users out there fell last month, while Windows 7's base continues to surge.
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Cyberbullying and negative messages targeting overweight and obese people are common on social media, a new study finds. More>>
Today's reveal of the new Windows was a typical Microsoft press conference: confused, awkward, and lacking a clear vision of the future. More>>
Ever since the iPhone 6 Plus was released two weeks ago, the handset has been plagued by reports that it bends without requiring too much effort on the part of the user. Some are a bit too eager to put Bendgate to the test. More>>
Ello is a fledgling social network looking to pinch users disgruntled by the advertising and data mining carried out by the bigger sites. More>>
Utilizing a piece of hardware called the starter interrupt device, credit unions and other types of loan companies have started mandating the use of such devices when an auto loan is issued to a customer with bad credit. More>>
Multitasking with smartphones, laptop computers and other media devices could change the structure of your brain, according to a new study. More>>
Both Facebook and Google are battling it out to become the first high-profile company to bring Internet connectivity to remote locations around the world, with the social networking giant this week revealing further details of its drone-based initiative that it hopes will enable it to achieve its goal. More>>
Younger college graduates are more likely to trust health information from questionable sources on the Internet than older high school grads would, new research reports. More>>
Can police departments gain the ability to predict crimes by analyzing mobile data? More>>
Think fast: Today's date matches the expiration date printed on the carton of milk in your fridge. Do you throw it out, or live on the edge and pour it over your frosted flakes with reckless abandon? More>>
Home Depot said Thursday a recent cyber attack on its computer network affected a colossal 56 million customer payment cards.
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Especially in emerging markets, an Internet connection can be hard to find. As such, the Cosmos Browser forAndroid is nothing short of a miracle, as the app lets you essentially browse the Web using SMS. More>>
The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus will arrive in stores on Friday September 19, but a few lucky reviewers have already used both models ahead of time. For the most part, reviews have been positive, but some mention a few small bugs and other “big” issues (pun intended). More>>
Following the recent iCloud celebrity photo hack that saw naked photos of a number of famous people hit the Web, Apple boss Tim Cook promised to improve security in a bid to ensure such an incident doesn't happen again. More>>
Apple gifted U2's latest album for all iTunes users. But not every user is a fan - here's how to remove it from your library. More>>
Apple fans are responding to the two larger iPhone 6 models with great enthusiasm. The company announced on Monday that it sold 4 million iPhones in the first 24 hours. More>>
How many of us actually like our high school yearbook photos? Chances are, not many. More>>
Yahoo has revealed that the US government threatened to fine the company a hefty $250,000 a day if it refused to supply the National Security Agency (NSA) with user data for its top-secret PRISM surveillance program. More>>
Pocket-dialing someone can lead to disastrous consequences. More>>
Over the past few weeks (or years), you've probably heard a lot about Net Neutrality. If you're not sure what it really means, don't feel too bad. We're here to catch you up on everything you need to know. More>>
Apple's long-rumoured move into wearable technology has finally taken place. More>>
Apple's iPhone 6 was perhaps the most highly anticipated device of 2014. Now, after a long, suspenseful year full of rumors and contradictory reports, the next iPhone is finally here.
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After a summer filled with stories involving questionable behavior by police officers, police departments across the nation are exploring the idea of equipping their officers with body cameras to increase accountability and transparency. More>>
Wearable technology is still in its infancy but there are some compelling aspects to it. More>>
Now when a Netflix viewer finishes watching a selection, they'll be asked if they have any friends who'd also like the show. Select which friends you'd like to share the show or movie with, add an optional message, and click Send. More>>
Dubbed by its owner as “the world's first smartship,” Royal Caribbean's newest cruise ship could be just the ticket for tech fans keen to indulge their passion while sailing on the high seas. More>>
HP issued a voluntary recall, explaining that a recently discovered overheating issue made the cords a “fire and burn hazard.”
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When 20-year-old Jesean Morris decided to post an “Ice Bucket Challenge” video on his Facebook page, it's unlikely that he thought it would lead to his arrest by police officers. More>>
PCs, Smartphones, and handheld tablets are essentials of daily life. However, these conveniences need some basic maintenance to stay in top working order. Learn how to clean your electronic devices in the following easy, natural ways. More>>
Another day, another security breach.The latest global firm to suffer at the hands of villainous hackers is logistics giant UPS, or, to be precise, retail chain The UPS Store, a subsidiary of UPS. More>>
Becoming the first state to pass broad legislation related to the ownership of digital accounts, a new law in Delaware allows residents to pass digital assets to heirs, just like physical and financial assets. More>>
Many teenagers can withstand 10 missed calls from mom without batting an eyelash, but when you take away Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and everything else, most won't last five minutes without calling dear old mom and dad to beg for their freedom back. More>>
Amazon successfully expanded from selling books to just about everything short of houses and cars in the physical world. But that success has been hit-or-miss in the tech world. More>>
If carmakers are to be believed, autonomous cars are right around the corner. Some like Nissan and Mercedes-Benz have in fact been so bold as to put a 2020 debut date on their first self-driving models. More>>
In yet another Internet video that sheds light on poor customer service practices at Comcast, YouTube user Aaron Spain uploaded a video this week that details the length of time he was kept on hold by the Comcast retention department. More>>
2K Sports has released the full tracklist for NBA 2K15‘s soundtrack, curated by artist and producer Pharrell Williams (recently of “Happy” and “Get Lucky” fame). More>>
What is your partner really doing while sexting? More>>
Is there a correlation between the size of the state you live in and your Internet speed? More>>
A gang operating in Russia is reportedly in possession of a staggering 1.2 billion usernames and passwords in a massive hack involving more than 420,000 websites, including many operated by high-profile companies. More>>
It may seem obvious, but if you must take a gun selfie, it's probably best you point the barrel away from your head.
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From basketball to soccer, technology is having a growing impact on sports across the board. NFL league chiefs are the latest to embrace this brave new world. More>>
In a recent study JD Power found that of all the U.S. carriers, T-Mobile ranks highest in customer satisfaction, mainly because it solves users’ problems and answers their questions quickly, accurately, and kindly. More>>
There’s very little precedent for Electronic Arts’ just-announced subscription service, and you’re probably wondering whether it’s worth your money. More>>
Android phones will often contain apps that you aren’t able to uninstall. More>>
To celebrate the 15th birthday of its Chandra X-ray Observatory, NASA has published four previously unreleased images of supernova remnants.
Jimmel Kimmel is known for messing with Americans’ minds, especially when it comes to upcoming Apple products. More>>
Ever tweeted about poor service from a company? Course you have. Ever had any troublesome comeback from it? Probably not. More>>
Internet security firm Palo Alto Networks has identified a new campaign of cyber-treachery originating from the borders of Nigeria, the notorious source of a billion countless malicious emails. More>>
If you want to live dangerously, go ahead and climb an unfeasibly tall cliff without a safety line while wearing completely unsuitable footwear. Just don’t, whatever you do, swap your iPhone for a BlackBerry. More>>
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Don’t you sometimes wish you could eat your own face for breakfast? (Metaphorically speaking, of course – we do not condone self-cannibalism.) Well, now you can. More>>
Teenagers who text a lot are more likely to sext and a new study says that they are also more likely to be sexually active. More>>
Ding dong, the Nokia X is dead. This announcement comes right after the company announced plans to cut 18,000 jobs. More>>
Attempting to get a better grasp on how many television shows consumers are watching on mobile devices, the Nielsen company is partnering up with Facebook in order to track television viewing habits of U.S. consumers.
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The photograph titled “Earthrise,” taken in 1968 by NASA astronaut William Anders during the Apollo 8 mission, is probably one of the best-known and most iconic pieces of space photography. More>>
Break-ups can be tough – especially when one side just doesn’t know how to let go.
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To say that navigating U.S. carriers’ family plans is a trial is the understatement of the century.
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One of Britain’s longest-running and most famous music festivals is turning to a herd of brightly painted,life-size, fiber-glass cows to solve the problem of Wi-Fi connectivity at the event.
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Yo, the greatest monosyllabic thing to happen to apps, is reportedly riddled with security holes. More>>
T-Mobile announced its latest plan as part of the Uncarrier movement. More>>
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