Internet and Tech News

Can tech simplify a person’s life? In our evolving digital world, anything is possible1/9/2020

Trackers, buttons, trays, and something to let Fido come and go as he pleases are all coming to market

Lawmaker introduces bill to limit Chinese tech firm Huawei1/9/2020

The legislation comes at a time when trade tensions appear to be easing

As people age, new tech is there to greet them and make their life easier1/8/2020

Devices and technologies for therapy and hearing loss are making at splash at CES 2020

Robots are stealing the show at CES 20201/8/2020

But some of them might be more practical than others

Researchers are developing AI to stop online trolling1/8/2020

A team from Caltech wants to make it easier for companies to spot online harassment

Entertainment options are expanding for passengers in cars1/7/2020

Tech companies are now offering video on the road

A new kit for young children emerges, teaching coding in a tactile, screenless way1/7/2020

Giving kids a chance to develop cognitive abilities using their own imagination? What a concept!

The 2020 Consumer Electronics Show begins Tuesday in Las Vegas1/6/2020

Robotics and automotive technology are expected to take center stage

FAA proposes new rule requiring drones to have a remote ID12/27/2019

The move would allow the government to track and identify all drones flying within U.S. airspace

Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant will soon be able to talk to each other12/19/2019

Tech companies will work to make their smart devices compatible

Instagram looks to combat online bullying with pop-ups about offensive captions12/17/2019

The platform says it wants to give users a chance to reconsider their words before posting

FTC reportedly opening an investigation of Facebook12/13/2019

Federal regulators may be concerned you are too dependent on the social media giant

Waymo app makes App Store debut12/6/2019

The self-driving vehicle service owned by Google parent Alphabet wants to expand its user base

Consumer groups push FTC for wide-ranging probe of ‘Big Tech’12/5/2019

Groups want to know how companies target children and use their data

Microsoft, Google working on integration between Outlook.com, Gmail, Google Calendar, and Drive11/25/2019

Could consumers start to see more big tech companies working together to make their lives simpler? One could only hope.

House panel expresses frustration with Google’s acquisition binge11/15/2019

The search giant plans to acquire Fitbit and Looker

Instagram expands test of hiding likes on users’ posts11/14/2019

Users will still be able to see feedback on their own posts, though

Astronomers voice concerns after SpaceX deploys 60 more Starlink satellites11/12/2019

Experts in the field say launching more satellites could disrupt their work

Are you paying for more wireless data than you’re using?11/7/2019

A new study says you probably are

Blockchain could vastly improve how goods move through customs at the border10/31/2019

Researchers say the technology can provide tighter security when it comes to processing international goods

Twitter admits that followers of its less popular users had to wade through more ads10/25/2019

Consider the problem fixed, the company says

Microsoft advises some users not to install latest Windows 10 update10/18/2019

The company says the patch could shut down Defender antivirus services

Regular exposure to blue light from device screens could make you age more rapidly10/18/2019

Consumers could still be in danger of these side effects even if the light doesn’t shine directly into their eyes

Twitter users won’t be able to like or retweet rule-breaking tweets from world leaders10/16/2019

The company wants to ‘protect the public’s right to hear from their leaders and to hold them to account’

Elizabeth Warren wants to reinstate the Office of Technology Assessment9/27/2019

She argues that corporate lobbyists currently have too much influence on Congressional decision-making

Microsoft may go back to old update system to alleviate Microsoft 10 issues9/23/2019

Users may soon be able to choose to install optional updates

Another snag found in Microsoft Windows 10, hitting both the Start Menu and Taskbar9/13/2019

About the only thing a user can do in the meantime is use Cortana or try their luck with tech support

Facebook announces changes to vaccine search policy9/5/2019

The site will direct users to the websites of major health organizations for credible information on vaccines

Facebook will no longer scan users’ faces by default9/4/2019

The company is dropping its 'Tag Suggestions’ feature

Microsoft 10 users report performance problems after installing latest update9/3/2019

The update contains a CPU usage problem, which affects performance

Google removes popular PDF-creating app for spreading malware8/30/2019

The app had been downloaded over 100 million times by users

Stress caused by social media can make us more addicted to it8/28/2019

Instead of stepping away, many consumers will double down and use social media even more

Verizon activates free spam filtering for select Android phones8/27/2019

The move comes a month after AT&T launched automatic robocall blocking for its customers

Newspaper claims many cell phones emit illegal levels of radiation8/23/2019

The Chicago Tribune says it tested 11 models from four manufacturers

State attorneys general to reportedly launch antitrust probe into Big Tech8/20/2019

Probes from federal and state officials could be impactful for consumers

Wireless providers throttle data more than you think, study suggests8/20/2019

AT&T has taken issue with the findings

Job search websites accuse Google of anti-competitive behaviors8/13/2019

A group of sites want Google to stop advertising its own search tool at the top of job seekers’ search results

Appeals court rules 5G cell sites can’t skip environmental and historical review8/12/2019

The FCC sought to make exceptions to speed deployment of faster wireless service

The future of product recalls: AI and Amazon8/6/2019

A new technological approach could benefit consumers

Justice Department begins broad antitrust probe of Big Tech7/24/2019

Amazon, Google, Apple, and Facebook could be in the crosshairs

Microsoft puts up $1 billion in AI venture founded by Elon Musk7/23/2019

The goal is to create friendly artificial intelligence that can ‘benefit humanity’

Microsoft pushes Windows 10 users to upgrade their system7/22/2019

Users of version 1803 are being urged to upgrade to the latest system

Consumers and tech addiction -- gaming addiction continues to grow7/19/2019

An expert explains the maze of gaming addiction and details the steps concerned family and friends can take

Lawmakers pound Big Tech in a day of hearings7/17/2019

Firms were forced to defend everything from their patriotism to their business model

Twitter’s debuts its new design7/16/2019

The ‘new’ Twitter is focused on people and the conversations they’re having

Big Tech gets ready for its antitrust showdown with Congress7/15/2019

Thanks to the hearing, consumers may finally start to get the respect they deserve

Microsoft adds option to make Windows 10 devices passwordless7/11/2019

The new feature is intended to ‘reduce the risk of account compromise’

Facebook updates its ‘Why am I seeing this ad?’ button7/11/2019

Users can now find more detailed reasoning when they click the button

FCC votes to remove restrictions on valuable spectrum for 5G7/11/2019

The agency says the move is ‘a major step toward freeing up critical mid-band spectrum for 5G’

Another Windows blunder may affect 50 million computers7/8/2019

If you’re a Windows user and not experiencing any problems, the best thing may be to sit tight for the time being

Facebook changes News Feed ranking to curb ‘sensational’ health claims7/2/2019

The company has updated its algorithm to reduce the reach of bogus health-related posts

Microsoft warns millions of users that it disabled Registry backups months ago7/1/2019

The company says the change was intended to reduce the size of Windows on the system

Thinking of capturing Fourth of July fireworks with a drone camera? Better think again6/28/2019

Drone regulation is a work in progress, and it’s always smart to check what the current regulations are in advance

Twitter to start labeling tweets from government officials that violate its rules6/27/2019

Tweets that violate the platform’s rules but are in the ‘public interest’ will stay on the site with a disclaimer

Firefox launches project designed to trick advertisers6/26/2019

Track THIS gives users four ‘alter ego’ choices to confuse ad-trackers

Huawei feeling the effects of the U.S.-China trade war6/18/2019

The Chinese telecom firm sees big declines in its business over the next two years

Bluetooth connection issue found in Microsoft’s Windows 106/18/2019

A patch is coming, maybe as soon as this week

YouTube may never be completely free of harmful content, Google CEO says6/18/2019

Sundar Pichai says some content is bound to evade enforcement efforts given the size of the platform

Comcast launches new eye-control remote feature6/17/2019

The new technology will allow disabled and movement-impaired consumers to control their televisions

Google says the U.S. should rethink its break-up with Chinese mobile giant Huawei6/7/2019

The tech giant believes current efforts to ban the company actually hurt national security

House Judiciary Committee announces investigation into competition in digital markets6/4/2019

Facebook, in particular, is one tech giant with a history of anti-consumer blunders, claims one legal tech analyst

The long-awaited Windows 10 update is here -- and it’s a mess6/3/2019

The major issue is that updates are codependent on what version of Windows a user is running

Government reportedly eyeing Google antitrust probe6/3/2019

Policymakers are said to be pondering ‘how big is too big?’

SpaceX launches first 60 Starlink satellites into orbit5/29/2019

The company wants to send 12,000 satellites into orbit over the next few years

Facebook increases restrictions on content and regulated goods5/28/2019

Billions of posts and sites have been called into question, and many have been deleted completely

USPS testing driverless mail delivery5/21/2019

During a two-week trial, autonomous trucks will haul USPS trailers more than 1,000 miles

Google changes how apps will be rated in the Play Store5/9/2019

The changes are designed to give extra weight to apps that are the most current and have a good record of being updated and fixed

Instagram to test hiding likes on users’ posts5/1/2019

The change is intended to encourage users to focus less on the like-count and more on the content

5G internet service may be slow to reach some areas4/26/2019

The technology has limitations and will be expensive to deploy

Verizon adds 20 cities to its list of 5G coverage areas4/25/2019

The carrier has also opened preorders for the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G

Samsung delays release of Galaxy fold following reports of screen issues4/24/2019

A report suggests the company rushed the device to market to be seen as a ‘true innovator’

Twitter to launch option to report misleading voting information4/24/2019

Users in several countries will soon be able to report content for being ‘misleading about voting’

Reviewers say the screen on the Samsung Galaxy Fold keeps breaking4/18/2019

Samsung is promising a ‘thorough’ inspection on its landmark $2,000 foldable phone

Apple and Qualcomm end patent royalty dispute4/17/2019

The companies have reached a six-year agreement under which Apple will pay unspecified royalties on Qualcomm patents

San Francisco police are reportedly fighting effort to ban facial recognition4/16/2019

The City Councilman who proposed the ban says he is getting inundated with emails from law enforcement

FCC addresses a rise in marketing of non-compliant set-top boxes4/16/2019

The agency warns of consequences for anyone who markets or uses boxes not authorized under FCC rules

AT&T launches mobile 5G support in seven more cities4/11/2019

The move brings the carrier’s 5G city tally to 19

Twitter unveils rule change designed to stop spam4/9/2019

The platform has drastically reduced the number of accounts users can follow per day

Get ready for new legislation to raise the level of protection for kids online4/4/2019

If the bill gets all the way through Congress, parents will see stronger enforcement on what children will see on digital devices

Google releases annual Android security report4/3/2019

The number of ‘potentially harmful applications’ downloaded from Google Play has risen since 2017

Mark Zuckerberg says social media needs regulation4/1/2019

The executive is calling for a more active role by private companies and public institutions

FTC launches examination into privacy practices of internet service providers3/27/2019

The agency wants more information on how ISPs collect, retain, use, and disclose information about consumers

New study shows our phones are making us more tired and less productive3/26/2019

Researchers say screen time affects us more than we may realize

Verizon to adopt anti-spoofing technology to combat robocalls3/25/2019

The move follows repeated pleas from the FCC to address the issue

Study finds AT&T’s ‘5G E’ may be slower than T-Mobile and Verizon LTE3/22/2019

A research firm says the service isn’t any faster than current Verizon and T-Mobile 4G offerings

SpaceX aims to test prototype for Mars rocket ship this week3/19/2019

CEO Elon Musk says the initial test flights will be ‘really short’

Apple found guilty of violating Qualcomm patents3/18/2019

The tech giant has been ordered to pay Qualcomm $31 million in damages

More than 200 Android apps were affected by adware before being pulled3/14/2019

The apps were downloaded 150 million times globally

Facebook and Instagram suffered global outages Wednesday3/14/2019

Both platforms came back up early this morning

Verizon to launch 5G network in Minneapolis and Chicago next month3/13/2019

The new network will be available to those with the carrier’s first 5G-capable device

Microsoft adds ability to automatically uninstall problematic Windows 10 updates3/12/2019

Updates that aren't compatible with the installed version of Windows 10 will be automatically removed

Facebook changes face and rolls out plans to move towards messaging and simplicity3/7/2019

The social network’s reputation is in the tank, but it’s not alone according to a new consumer poll

Microsoft working on ‘Lite’ version of Windows operating system3/5/2019

The slimmed down system will be aimed at dual-screen devices and Chromebook competitors

Qualcomm files patent actions against Apple3/4/2019

The chipset manufacturer alleges that Apple is infringing on its patented power savings technology

FTC launching task force dedicated to monitoring competition in the tech sector2/28/2019

Agency officials will be examining deals that could have anticompetitive effects

FCC offers additional funding to expand rural broadband access2/26/2019

The offer applies to carriers that increase internet access and speeds

World Mobile Congress showcasing advances in smartphones2/25/2019

Upgrades to 5G are expected to turn heads at the annual show

Sprint to deploy 5G in four cities in May2/25/2019

The service will launch in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, and Kansas City

AT&T, Verizon to stop supporting 3G in early 20222/22/2019

Consumers who rely on 3G connectivity will have to upgrade their device

iPhone users are seeing ‘5GE’ when they connect to AT&T’s network2/5/2019

Critics charge Apple with endorsing the telecom’s controversial claim

Facebook may combine its messaging platforms1/25/2019

A report suggests Facebook is in the early stages of unifying its Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp chat services

Facebook to invest $300 million in local newsrooms1/16/2019

The company says it wants to wants to work with publishers to help them succeed

New software could crack down on Netflix account sharing1/14/2019

The technology would flag users that appear to be taking advantage of a family plan

AT&T hasn’t launched ‘real’ 5G, says Sprint President1/14/2019

The carrier’s new ‘5G E’ icon continues to spark criticism from other major carriers

CES draws to a close after displaying wide-ranging technology innovation1/11/2019

One of the show favorites was technology you can eat

Autonomous vehicle developments on display at CES1/10/2019

Technology firms are working to make them safer

AT&T draws criticism for labeling network used by some phones as ‘5G E’1/9/2019

The relabeling is ‘blatantly misleading consumers,’ Sprint says

Roll-up TV and bread-making robot dazzle at CES1/9/2019

A 65-inch screen disappears when not in use

Researchers uncover dozens of adware apps on Google Play store1/8/2019

Malicious apps continue to be an issue on the platform

Sprint to release 5G Samsung smartphone this summer1/8/2019

The upcoming phone will feature ‘dual mode’ connectivity

Home security takes center stage at the Consumer Electronics Show1/8/2019

Smart technology products give consumers more control while away from home

Automakers show their tech prowess at the Consumer Electronics Show1/7/2019

Carmakers will demonstrate everything from autonomous driving to infotainment systems

Apple App Store games found to be communicating with malware1/7/2019

Security researchers found over a dozen apps sending information to the server associated with Android-based malware

Facebook’s Zuckerberg takes heat over over his year-end wrap-up1/2/2019

Despite the pats on his own back, Facebook’s honcho shows some pro-consumer concerns

Intel gives details about its upcoming processors12/13/2018

The company’s new processors have features to patch weaknesses

AT&T’s caller ID performs best in new study12/13/2018

Call Protect did the best job of telling which calls were spam

China court orders sales ban of older iPhone models12/11/2018

Qualcomm says the tech giant violated two of its patents

About half of U.S. consumers lack access to broadband12/6/2018

Researchers say the problem is more serious than FCC estimates suggest

Google Play removes driving apps that installed Android malware11/21/2018

A security researcher discovered that 13 games available for download were actually malware

Elon Musk’s SpaceX gets the all-clear to deploy 7,000 internet-delivery satellites11/16/2018

Internet access in rural America gets another much-needed boost

FCC begins first 5G spectrum auction11/15/2018

It brings revolutionary wireless service a step closer

Smartphones remain consumers' device of choice11/14/2018

A survey shows that the popularity of tablets is lagging

Verizon drops price of unlimited data plan11/7/2018

Customers who set up Auto Pay can get $5 off the price of certain Prepaid plans

iPhone or Android? The answer may reveal who you are11/7/2018

The type of smartphone you own could define you, according to a recent survey

FCC chairman demands solution to robocalls11/6/2018

The agency’s head has ordered telecoms to find a way to stop 'spoofing'

Cell phone radiation linked to brain cancer in rats11/5/2018

Some rats exposed to cell phone radiation developed brain tumors, compared to zero percent in the control group

FCC commissioner blasts publicly owned broadband networks10/30/2018

Commissioner O'Rielly calls them a threat to the first amendment

After Amazon employees warn of mass surveillance, company pitches facial recognition to ICE10/26/2018

Employees and others have said that the software is flawed and invasive

Samsung fined millions for slowing down phones through updates10/25/2018

Apple also received a hefty fine for throttling phone performance last year

Politicians pull out all the stops with robotexts despite complaints10/23/2018

It’s cheap, but has its effectiveness worn off?

Facebook faces another lawsuit -- this time over video ad metrics10/17/2018

With the platform’s billion-sized audience, do advertisers suck it up or look for another place to spend their ad dollars?

Malicious message blamed for Sony’s PlayStation 4 crashes10/15/2018

Sony hasn’t stepped up with a fix, but users report that employing ‘friend-only messaging’ seems to do the trick

Verizon says that its 5G network is ready for home Wi-Fi10/2/2018

The carrier is inviting residents in four U.S. cities to sign up

Sprint sees grim future without merger10/1/2018

The company tells the FCC it hasn't been able to ‘turn the corner'

Fitbit creates health platform to tie its app and virtual care together10/1/2018

Technology continues to lessen the need for in-office doctor visits

AT&T asks court to uphold original approval of Time Warner merger9/21/2018

Attorneys for AT&T say the government’s arguments against the merger are ‘both narrow and fragile’

FCC pauses the clock on T-Mobile-Sprint merger9/12/2018

The agency says the two companies have changed their merger model

AT&T finalizes 5G plan for 20189/10/2018

The company has revealed the final five cities that will receive the technology by the end of the year

Twitter testing ‘unfollow’ recommendations8/30/2018

The company wants to help users clean up their timeline

Poll shows consumers not sure what 'Internet of Things' means8/29/2018

But most consumers own IoT devices

Workers group argues against T-Mobile/Sprint merger8/28/2018

The CWA says that over 28,000 jobs will be lost if the deal goes through

Facebook pushes back on report it told news publishers it would let them die8/13/2018

The social media giant is saying the comments were taken out of context

Snapchat reports decline in daily users8/9/2018

The company lost three million daily active users in the second quarter

FCC now considering how to define a robocall8/6/2018

The decision could determine how many annoying calls you get each day

Lawmakers push for more research on technology's impact on kids7/31/2018

The effects on health and development are still unknown

Technology investments haven't raised customer satisfaction with mortgage companies7/30/2018

A recent study finds industry has room for improvement

Amazon’s facial recognition falsely matched members of Congress with mugshots, ACLU says7/27/2018

Black members of Congress were disproportionately misidentified as criminals

Facebook’s stocks plunge following disappointing earnings report7/26/2018

The company’s revenue and user growth missed expectations, and then company executives warned of slowing growth ahead

Senate Republicans drop effort to block Trump from saving ZTE7/23/2018

In exchange, the Senate will have more authority over deals between foreign investors and U.S. businesses

AT&T announces latest cities to get 5G7/23/2018

Raleigh, Charlotte, and Oklahoma City will get the next generation technology this year

Justice Department asks court to expedite AT&T appeal7/20/2018

There are plans in place for how the Justice Dept will make its case

Google amps up its fight against cyber attacks in the new version of Chrome7/16/2018

The downside for the consumer is that the upgrade will take more computer memory to run

Twitter suspends two accounts linked to Russian intelligence7/16/2018

​The accounts were allegedly used by Russian intelligence officers to spread information stolen from Democrats’ computers and emails during the 2016 election

U.S. lifts ban on China’s ZTE7/13/2018

The telecom equipment maker has reportedly followed through with the terms of a deal it reached with the Trump administration

Microsoft CEO calls on Congress to regulate use of facial recognition7/13/2018

The executive says it’s important that lawmakers create comprehensive standards

Government will appeal AT&T merger with Time Warner7/13/2018

The deal closed a month ago

Samsung building customer care center in South Carolina7/12/2018

The new facility will bring 400 jobs to the area

Facebook acknowledges more data-sharing agreements7/2/2018

The company revealed to Congress that it shared data with 52 hardware and software companies

FTC announces hearings to examine big tech companies6/22/2018

Findings could guide future enforcement actions

Microsoft Office gets a new slimmer, simpler look6/14/2018

At the forefront of the design refresh is customer input, context, and giving people control over their experience

VPNFilter malware affects more devices than initially thought6/7/2018

Researchers say the malware has developed new capabilities

Facebook blamed again for data-sharing, this time with Chinese tech firms6/6/2018

The social media king claims it controls any integration a partner firm can apply

Device makers had access to Facebook user data6/4/2018

The social platform says it has a good explanation

Microsoft buys GitHub to boost its connection with developers6/4/2018

The acquisition gives Microsoft an additional tie-in to 1.5 million companies

FCC Republican asks Amazon and eBay to crack down on pirate TV boxes5/30/2018

Regulators are looking to remove these illegal products from the marketplace

FBI recommends rebooting internet routers to counter Russia-linked malware5/29/2018

The malware is capable of collecting personal information that passes through infected routers

Cybersecurity firm identifies Chrome extension malware5/11/2018

Researchers say the extensions were distributed using Facebook

Google rolls out Chrome changes that stop videos from autoplaying with sound5/3/2018

The company says Chrome blocks ‘about half’ of unwanted autoplays

Windows to release April 2018 Update on Monday4/27/2018

Microsoft is focusing on keeping users productive with its latest patch

Microsoft claims to make Chrome safer with a new browser extension4/19/2018

The plug-in alerts users about malicious links and directs a clear path back to safety

Tech companies sign pledge not to help governments launch cyber attacks4/18/2018

More than 30 major companies have signed on to the Cybersecurity Tech Accord

T-Mobile fined for deceiving consumers calling rural areas4/17/2018

The company inserted ringtones to make callers think the call had gone through when it hadn't

‘Warranty void if removed’ stickers are illegal, FTC says4/12/2018

The agency has asked several companies to amend their warranty statements

Seven people indicted on Backpage.com-related charges4/10/2018

Federal charges include human trafficking and money laundering

Cyberattack on gas pipelines highlights vulnerability of pipeline infrastructure4/5/2018

Cybersecurity experts say having adequate cyber-security defenses is crucial

Best Buy becomes the latest retailer to stop offering Huawei phones3/23/2018

Mounting security concerns have detoured the electronics manufacturer’s inroads to the U.S.

Intel promises its new chips will fix the Spectre and Meltdown issues3/16/2018

The new processors are expected to ship in the second half of 2018

Smartphone addiction caused by users’ need to be social, study finds3/8/2018

Researchers say overusing devices may signal hyper-social, not anti-social, behavior

Uber’s self-driving truck fleet make its first road trip3/7/2018

The evolution of the transportation industry heads towards job losses and big bucks

Intel ships firmware updates for 7th- and 8th-generation Core chips2/22/2018

The company still faces numerous lawsuits from outraged customers

Google reveals flaw in Microsoft’s Edge browser2/20/2018

Microsoft has promised a fix, but the company hasn’t moved quickly enough to make Google happy

Intel faces 32 class-action lawsuits over Spectre and Meltdown chipset vulnerabilities2/16/2018

Two securities lawsuits and 30 customer lawsuits have been filed

Google to roll out a built-in ad-blocker for its Chrome browser2/14/2018

The new tool will help users avoid some of the web's most intrusive and annoying ads

Winter Olympics, televisions, and 'smart' sex toys may be under cyber attack2/9/2018

Here are the things that were reportedly vulnerable to cyber criminals this week

Former Silicon Valley insiders launch anti-tech campaign2/5/2018

‘Our society is being hijacked by technology,’ the group says

Windows update neutralizes Intel Spectre fix1/29/2018

Microsoft claims the fix could cause data loss

Chip makers find patches for Meltdown and Spectre not so simple1/18/2018

Intel says patch causes newer machines to unexpectedly reboot

Why you may be losing home internet connectivity1/17/2018

Google and Android devices may be overwhelming your router

AT CES, television sets are the star of the show1/11/2018

Latest TV sets feature higher resolution and AI

Microsoft pauses Meltdown and Spectre fixes for AMD chips1/9/2018

Update reportedly puts devices into 'unbootable state'

'Meltdown' and 'Spectre' flaws cause huge security concerns1/5/2018

The vulnerabilities put consumers' personal information at risk, but companies and experts say solutions are being implemented

AT&T to test 5G wireless service in 12 markets this year1/5/2018

Verizon announced a similar plan last month

Intel processors' design flaw may lead to huge computer slowdowns1/3/2018

Fixing the problem could slow devices’ performance by 30 percent

What consumers can expect from the first ‘Always Connected’ PCs12/8/2017

Qualcomm aims to make the PC more like a smartphone

Expert insight on securing your home’s smart devices12/1/2017

Enjoy the benefits of IoT devices without worrying about unwelcome intrusions

Survey shows millennials are Bitcoin early adopters11/17/2017

Here’s how the digital currency works

Walmart deploys robot workers at undisclosed stores, and they haven’t crashed11/16/2017

Don’t get between the robot and the shelf and you’ll be fine, the robot's creator says

Lowe’s launching ‘smart home’ centers in stores across the U.S.11/13/2017

The new stores-within-stores will let shoppers test and learn about smart home products

Smart household devices may be your biggest security blindspot11/8/2017

Strong wifi and device security a critical factor

iPhone X performs poorly in durability tests11/7/2017

Third party reviewers find high-tech features easily compromised, expensive to fix

Which devices are most vulnerable to cyberattack?10/13/2017

Hackers are increasingly targeting smart devices

Sophisticated malware may evade antivirus software10/3/2017

Security expert offers advice to consumers on how to protect themselves

Hackers target CCleaner and infect it with malware9/18/2017

Security experts say millions of users could be affected

Lenovo settles with FTC over adware that exposed users to cyber attacks9/5/2017

The software inserted ads into sites users visited and had serious security vulnerabilities

Hackers find voting machines as secure as a car with the key in the ignition7/31/2017

One machine from Tennessee was sold on eBay with 60,000 registration records

Why millions of PC users are locked out of Microsoft's Creator's Update7/25/2017

The problem may force consumers to either buy a new machine or lose access to security updates

Google steps up protections against phishing attacks7/20/2017

Users will now be notified before installing an app that hasn't been verified

Teens most likely to struggle with technology addiction7/7/2017

A survey finds that younger people have the most trouble putting their devices down

Protection plans for electronic devices -- are they worth it?7/5/2017

There are many ways consumers can cover their devices, but finding the right one is essential

Another ransomware attack threatens systems worldwide6/28/2017

Experts say this one appears to be more dangerous than the one launched in May

Researchers urge makers of wearable devices to keep older consumers in mind6/27/2017

Many devices currently suffer from debilitating design problems, they say

How to protect your personal and financial information online6/21/2017

There are many steps consumers should take to protect themselves and their loved ones

Sharp sues Chinese firm to reclaim its name6/12/2017

Sharp says company it licensed to make its TVs is damaging its brand

Why your personal fitness tracker may not be all that accurate5/25/2017

Calorie measurements can be off by as much as 93%

Consumers are cool to virtual reality gear5/22/2017

Early sales haven't lived up to expectations

How to protect yourself from the WannaCrypt ransomware scheme5/15/2017

Experts say having up-to-date security settings is essential

Huge ransomware attack unfolding worldwide5/12/2017

Make sure your computer's up to date or shut it down ... now

Windows Defender vulnerability allows hackers to take over systems without a fight5/10/2017

Consumers must ensure that their devices are updated to the latest patch

Microsoft joins the AI race with the Invoke5/9/2017

Tower speaker will work with Cortana and take on Amazon Echo and Google Home

Tips for cleaning up digital disorder4/18/2017

Protect your personal information by making sure your digital doors are locked

Tech companies fight government 'gag orders' on search warrant cases3/14/2017

Facebook and Microsoft are bristling at government demands that they cannot disclose search warrants to consumers

Intel to invest $7 billion to create a chip plant in Arizona2/9/2017

The announcement comes on the heels of new proposed regulatory policies under the Trump administration

St. Louis Cardinals to pay $2 million and forfeit top draft picks due to hacking scandal2/1/2017

A former team executive was convicted of hacking into the Houston Astros database

Fraud, cyber attacks called the 'new normal'1/18/2017

Report finds insiders among the usual suspects

Yahoo to change name to 'Altaba' pending a successful acquisition deal1/10/2017

CEO Marissa Mayer and co-founder David Filo will step down as directors

Fitbit reportedly considering an app store1/10/2017

Company may seek to expand its influence with software as well as hardware

D-Link didn't provide adequate security on its internet cameras and routes, feds charge1/9/2017

It's the latest action taken by the FTC to tighten security on the Internet of Things

Polaroid: not your grandfather's instant camera1/6/2017

First instant camera maker is returning to its roots

Samsung hoping for reboot at Consumer Electronics Show1/4/2017

The electronics firm hopes to erase the memory of its Note 7 debacle

Cyberhacks emerge as 2016's biggest online threat12/16/2016

Insurance companies are offering more products to provide protection

What to do before recycling or discarding your computer11/16/2016

Simply deleting files isn't enough

Nintendo to halt production of the Wii-U soon11/10/2016

Releases of the Nintendo Switch and NES Classic Edition should keep fans happy, though

Preserving your pictures and videos for posterity11/2/2016

A new service says it can store them for up to 1,000 years

MacBook has its Touchbar but no ultra-high-def display10/31/2016

The Asus Zenbook UHD display outshines the MacBook Pro

The disappearing PC getting even more rare10/12/2016

Analysts suggest that consumers just don't see the need

USB Killer 2.0 raises concerns over computer protections9/19/2016

The device can permanently disable a computer by electrically frying internal components

Why employees shouldn't respond to work email after-hours7/28/2016

How managers can help employees regain work-family balance

Skoove can teach you how to play the piano from your computer4/13/2016

The program works with the keyboard you already have and adapts to your pace

Facing new market challenges, GoPro gets a reality check2/4/2016

In a disruptive marketplace, it may be hard to remain the "hot product" forever

Wearable tech to be 2016's top fitness trend10/28/2015

Survey predicts popular devices about to get more popular

Video camera uses artificial intelligence to automatically edit footage8/6/2015

Graava says now anyone can turn out finished video content

New USPS program lets you see your junk mail before you get it7/31/2015

“Real Mail Notification” is free to end users. But will marketers think it's worth paying for?

Safari exploit leaves Apple users extra-vulnerable to phishing attacks5/19/2015

Hackers can use this exploit to spoof legitimate websites in Safari browsers

Future PCs may be cooled without fans5/6/2015

Machines would cost less, be cheaper to run and collect less dust

Mumblehard malware turns Linux servers into spam-senders5/1/2015

One server got blacklisted for sending spam its administrator never even knew about

Proposed “right to repair electronics” bill moves forward in New York State3/30/2015

But is it too loopholed to actually be useful?

PlayStation Network accounts hacked; Sony leaves victims holding the bag 3/13/2015

No credit card chargeback, or Sony will cancel your PSN account

Reminder: change the default password on your home router, before a hacker does2/27/2015

This rule applies to any password-protected device you buy

Digitizing slides with the Epson V6002/2/2015

Kodak's quality gets a new lease on life

Lawsuit challenges MacKeeper's "clean computer" claims1/21/2014

The software finds problems on every computer it tests, the suit claims

Scam alert: Microsoft will not call you at home12/23/2013

FTC cracked down 14 months ago, yet scam continues

How public libraries fit into the digital age7/29/2013

We picked out a couple of apps that many libraries are using

Anti-Google Glass group warns of dire consequences3/18/2013

The sky really is falling this time, says Stop the Cyborgs. It offers t-shirts to buy a little time.

How to disable McAfee's auto renewal2/25/2013

If you don't disable it, you'll continue to be charged, even if you get a new debit card

Staples Addresses Security Concerns In Used Computer Sales12/19/2011

Many machines still contained old customer data

Sony Recalls Flat-Screen TVs Because of Fire Risk10/13/2011

Recall of 1.6 million Bravia LCD TVs is latest in a long line of Sony blunders

What's Wrong With Flat- Screen TVs?9/9/2011

A TV repairman says today's flat-screen TVs are poorly designed

Cloud Site Dropbox Drops the Ball6/27/2011

Popular data storage site accidentally unlocked users' accounts, suit charges

There Really Is A Difference Between Mac And PC Users4/25/2011

Those stereotypes hold up in research

Nvidia Settles Faulty Processor Suit; Dell, HP, Compaq, Mac Owners Stand to Benefit10/4/2010

Graphics processor used in more than 50 laptop models tended to overheat

Suit: Clearspring Violates Consumer Privacy on Disney, Warner Brothers Sites8/15/2010

Plaintiffs take issue with Flash cookie reactivation

Consumers Frazzled by Samsung LCD TV Problems7/10/2010

Samsung Issues

Second Lifers File Class Action4/24/2010

Plaintiffs accuse Linden Labs of taking back 'land'

Classmates Sued Over Content-Sharing Arrangement3/10/2010

Complaint accuses site of improperly exposing personal information

Gateway Unloaded Warranties on Insolvent Company, Suit Says10/20/2009

Company's actions disproportionately affected students

"Black Screen Of Death" Afflicts Many Flat Screen TVs8/17/2009

Set power supplies appear prone to fail

Buying A Computer With Poor Credit9/18/2008

Financing companies offer low-quality alternatives at higher prices

Feds Offer Vouchers to Cover TV Conversion Cost1/3/2008

Transition to digital TV catches many consumers by surprise

A Visit to the Video Professor's 'Classroom'12/2/2007

We sign up for the 'free' lesson

Georgia Man's Dell Laptop Bursts into Flames8/24/2007

Latest in a series of laptop fires

Ubuntu: Too Good to be True?5/4/2007

A Curmudgeonly Review by a Very Irritable Webmaster

Planned Obsolesence Comes to Ink Cartridges2/13/2007

Some HP, Lexmark Cartridges Shut Down after a Predetermined time

BlueHippo Funding: The Pitch1/8/2007

An Expensive Way to Buy a Cheap Computer

"Exploding" Dell Laptop Destroys Truck, Imperils Outsdoorsmen8/3/2006

Vintage Truck Burns to Ground, Strands Fishermen in Desert Canyon

The Death of E-Mail?7/27/2006

Citibank's Cards Mysteriously Shut Down3/8/2006

What happened to Citibank?

TV Logos Blamed for Plasma Screen Burn-In1/23/2006

Aussie views complain that those long days of cricket and tennis coverage on Channels 7 and 9 are leaving the stations' logos burned into expensive receivers