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This is what the Pixel 2 looks like under a macro lens- CNET

Get an eyeload of where the glass meets the metal in the Pixel 2's unusual design.

My epic supercar superphone European road trip- CNET

I matched the Galaxy S9 Plus with an astonishing McLaren 570GT for a journey across Europe to see how well Samsung's latest flagship phone can photograph a once in a lifetime road trip.

How to watch the London Marathon 2018: live stream free anywhere in the world

Live stream all the blood, sweat and tears of Mo Farah and the rest for every mile of this year's London Marathon.

Apple is replacing some 13-inch MacBook Pro batteries

Following expanding components, Apple is replacing some 13-inch MacBook Pro's batteries.

The Handmaid's Tale on Hulu, season 2: What you need to know- CNET

This season, a pregnant Offred will be at the center of the dark drama. The show will travel to Canada and also set scenes in the dreaded radioactive Colonies.

High-end audio extravaganza rocks Chicago- CNET

The Audiophiliac lends an ear to the goings on at Axpona.

Why this headphone website's year-long return policy is crazy good- CNET

It's kind of hard to believe, but Headphones.com has the best return policy we've ever seen.

Facebook's new data policy: Answers to your privacy questions- CNET

We read through it since you probably won't.

Timescale is leading the next wave of NYC database tech

Data is the lifeblood of the modern corporation, yet acquiring, storing, processing, and analyzing it remains a remarkably challenging and expensive project. Every time data infrastructure finally catches up with the streams of information pouring in, another source and more demanding decision-making makes the existing technology obsolete. Few cities rely on data the same way […]

Full-Metal Packet is hosting the future of cloud infrastructure

Cloud computing has been a revolution for the data center. Rather than investing in expensive hardware and managing a data center directly, companies are relying on public cloud providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure to provide general-purpose and high-availability compute, storage, and networking resources in a highly flexible way. Yet as workflows have […]

Through luck and grit, Datadog is fusing the culture of developers and operations

There used to be two cultures in the enterprise around technology. On one side were software engineers, who built out the applications needed by employees to conduct the business of their companies. On the other side were sysadmins, who were territorially protective of their hardware domain — the servers, switches, and storage boxes needed to […]

Earth Day Lyrid meteor shower is already underway- CNET

One of the oldest skywatching traditions on Earth is underway and set to peak this weekend. So lay back, relax and look up at the sky.

Moto G6 release date, price, news and features

Motorola just launched three new phones in its most popular line of affordable – yet capable – phones.

I’m finally winning the race against anxiety - but I’ll never reach the finish line

It's been a tough year and a great year... and it's all been worthwhile.

70 years of the Porsche Effect, from the 356 to the 919- Roadshow

The Petersen Automotive Museum’s latest exhibit celebrates many mighty machines from the legendary automaker.

What If Aliens Were Totally Obsessed With Us?

The extraterrestrials in author Mercurio D. Rivera's 'The Love War' have a soft spot for humanity.

2018 iPhone may cost half the price of an iPhone X- CNET

The 6.1-inch iPhone could have a starting price of $550, according to KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

Xbox Hacking, LinkedIn Bugs, and More Security News This Week

Xbox hacking, LinkedIn bugs, and more security news this week.

Has Q Acoustics made its Elac killers?- CNET

Q Acoustics has announced its 3000i range of speakers with a raft of improvements, which promise to bother budget brands such as Elac and Polk.

HFR explained: High frame rate is coming to TVs – here’s what you need to know

120 frame-per-second video content is on its way. Here’s what that means and what you can expect when it arrives.

Best phone for gaming 2018: the top 10 mobile game performers

These smartphones will get you gaming with the best performance and a whole lot more. Here are our top 10.

Thermal Imaging Cameras Could Keep Self-Driving Cars Safe

A heat-seeking view of the world could provide one more way for robo-cars to stay out of danger.

Best Linux apps of 2018

Discover the most useful Linux desktop apps which you can benefit from today.

Orchid Labs is in the process of raising $125 million for its surveillance-free layer atop the internet

Orchid Labs, a San Francisco-based startup that’s developing a a surveillance-free layer on top of the internet, has raised a bunch of funding, according to a newly processed SEC filing that shows the year-old startup has closed on $36.1 million. The money comes just five months after Orchid closed on a separate, $4.5 million in funding from […]

DOJ investigates AT&T and Verizon for collusion over SIM cards- CNET

US Department of Justice is reportedly looking into whether AT&T and Verizon coordinated efforts thwart a tech known as eSIM, which would make switching easier. Apple may have filed the initial complaint.

Friday Night Lights is on Hulu now. You’re welcome.

Friday Night Lights, the football show that was never just about football (and one of the best shows on television), is now streaming on Hulu. Say goodbye to the weekend is all I’m saying. Hailed as one of the most honest depictions of a functioning adult relationship in its portrayal of the husband and wife […]

SmugMug acquires Flickr

Two photo-sharing services are teaming up, as SmugMug buys Flickr from Verizon’s digital media subsidiary Oath. USA Today broke the news and interviewed SmugMug CEO Don MacAskill, who said he hopes to revitalize Flickr . At the same time, he said he’s still figuring out his actual plans: “It sounds silly for the CEO to […]

Missing Scandal? 12 shows to stream on Netflix right now- CNET

Thank goodness Netflix is here to comfort us in our darkest hour.

Waiting for LG G7? LG's V-series phones may come soon after- CNET

Mid-2018 could be chock-full of LG phone releases.

Founder of cryptocurrency debit card faces new fraud charges for $32 million ICO scheme

The U.S. government is following through on its promise to crack down on initial coin offering scams. On Friday, the SEC announced charges against Raymond Trapani, the third co-founder of Centra Tech Inc., which raised $32 million for a cryptocurrency debit card last year through a flashy ICO endorsed by DJ Khaled and boxer Floyd […]

DNC Lawsuit Against Russia Reveals New Details About 2016 Hack

In suing Russia, the Trump campaign, and others over the hack of its systems in 2016, the Democratic National Committee has also filled in important timeline details.

Stop and look at these Dolce & Gabbana-designed appliances- CNET

The Italian fashion house has again teamed up with appliance maker Smeg to expand its "Sicily is My Love" line with designs inspired by the country.

Oculus patents plans to… stretch your skin?

Oculus’ haptic gloves could monitor how you interact with real-life objects, then mirror that tactile feedback in VR.

German Supreme Court dismisses Axel Springer lawsuit, says ad blocking is legal

Germany’s Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit yesterday from Axel Springer against Eyeo, the company behind AdBlock Plus. The European publishing giant (which acquired Business Insider in 2015) argued that ad blocking, as well as the business model where advertisers pay to be added to circumvent the white list, violated Germany’s competition law. Axel Springer won a […]

Surface Book 3: what we want to see

Taking a closer look at the possibilities of a Surface Book 3 in the face of little to no early information just yet.

Surface Studio 2: what we want to see

From its release date and price to what we want to see, taking a closer look at a would-be Surface Studio 2.

AT&T's 5G 'foundation' technology is now live in 141 markets

AT&T's 5G Evolution technology has theoretical peak speeds of up to 400 megabits per second on capable devices.

How to Build Custom Alexa Skills for the Amazon Echo

The new Blueprints tool makes it easy for anyone to build custom skills for Alexa.

Gadget Lab Podcast: The Tech We Can't Live Without

This week, we discuss our personal relationships with our most beloved gadgets.

Startup ecosystem report: China is rising while the US is waning

Startups are a gamble, but it’s possible to better understand why some thrive and many more die by looking at the ecosystems in which they operate. Such is the mission of eight-year-old Startup Genome, composed of a group of researchers and entrepreneurs who, every year, interview thousands of founders and investors around the world to […]

SF supervisor doesn’t want you riding electric scooters on sidewalks

For those of you keeping track of the scooter saga in San Francisco, Supervisor Aaron Peskin has filed a resolution in opposition of California State Assembly bill 2989. The bill, authored by Assembly Member Heath Flora and sponsored by electric scooter startup Bird, seeks to allow top speeds of 20 mph, let people ride them […]

Print fast and in color with Dell's $85 C1760nw laser

Normally $150, this compact, network-friendly printer can run on inexpensive toner to boot.

Planet analytics 1.0: From the UN lab to the globe

The United Nations (UN) is developing initiatives that leverage data and analytics to measure and streamline sustainable development goals. While this is work in progress, there are some fundamental questions as to its effectiveness.

LG G7 ThinQ will have dedicated Google Assistant button

Hey Google: The hardware button to launch Google Assistant will be on the left side, CNET says.

These Surreal Portraits Are Like Mathematical Puzzles

Kensuke Koike adds nothing and takes away nothing from the portraits he alters—just rearranges the parts.

Uber's Peace Process, Tesla's Tantrum, and More Car News This Week

Plus: Electric scooters invade American cities and Lyft goes after its carbon emissions.

Science's "Reproducibility Crisis" Is Now Political Ammunition

A report from the National Association of Scholars takes on the reproducibility crisis in science. Not everyone views the group’s motives as pure.

Has the time finally come for PostgreSQL?

As the launch pad for nearly a dozen commercial database products, has the time finally come for PostgreSQL to step out into the spotlight?

Medical marijuana: How IT can spark the budding cannabis industry

This fast-growing but difficult-to-navigate vertical needs IT providers. But how many will cater to a $20 billion industry that the feds consider illegal?

How to completely erase any device

Maybe you're super-paranoid, or maybe you just want to sell your old device and have piece of mind. Either way, being able to delete data is a valuable skill. Here's everything you need to know about securely wiping hard drives (HDDs), solid state drives (SSDs), flash drives, and even iOS and Android devices.

Account takeover up tenfold in past year

Business needs to keep up with Investigatory Powers Act

Data protection is a business issue, says IAPP

ZTE lashes out at US ban, vows to protect company

Chinese vendor describes US export ban as unacceptable, adding that it has invested significant efforts since April 2016 in ensuring compliance with export laws and, if necessary, will seek judicial recourse to protect its interests.

How SAP’s digital access licence influences your ERP strategy

StarHub appoints former employee as new CEO

Following months of "rigorous global executive search", the Singapore telco unveils Peter Kaliaropoulos as its new chief, who will take over from outgoing CEO Tan Tong Hai in July 2018.

Security Think Tank: Use good practice to address cryptojacking risk

UK surveillance laws a potential ‘sticking point’ post-Brexit

Blockchain: Paving the way for broad adoption

CyLon continues to drive cyber security innovation with next accelerator cohort

Harvey Nash: 90% of contractors admit post-IR35 reform stress

CW ASEAN: SD-WAN helps find best route to cloud