New ‘Vivaldi’ web browser debuts, does it have a chance?
There’s a new browser out today called Vivaldi, and it sort of goes in the opposite direction of current browser trends.
Iceland PM resigns over Panama Papers revelations
Just one day after the publication of leaked records from a law firm that specializes in protecting” the assets of the wealthy, there's been a resignation.
Panama Papers data leak shines light on elite’s money moves
A data leak called the "Panama Papers" that dwarfs anything Edward Snowden came up with has the rich and politicians worldwide looking over their shoulders.
Bosch Pedal-Assist eBike system review
We got our hands on Bosch’s high-end ebike system for an extended test, and after whipping it around downtown Portland for a couple weeks, we’re not sure we can go back to regular bikes again.
No foolin’ – Tesla Model 3 rings up over 100,000 preorders
The Tesla Model 3 is here but it won’t show up in your driveway for about a year or so. Pre-orders have begun and so far, over 100,000 people are in.
Elon Musk set to roll out new Tesla Model 3 tonight
What can we expect? A $35,000 base price and a 200 mile range, two name two knowns. Unknown? What it’s going to look like, for one.
Microsoft aims for the future of Win10 at Build event
One of the most anticipated topics for Build is Hololens, Microsoft’s cutting-edge augmented and virtual reality gear that’s still in development.
4K UHD TV and PSVR may be pushing Sony to update the PS4 early
The sudden need for more graphics horsepower appears to be pushing Sony to release a mid-cycle update to the Playstation 4.
Apple’s latest iOS update locks out links on some iPads, iPhones
If you’ve updated an iPhone or iPad to iOS 9.3 and are having issues, you’re not alone. Facebook's Safety Check goes a bit haywire, Kanye on AppleMusic?
Man arrested for not returning Freddie Got Fingered on VHS in 2002
If that VHS copy of Battlefield Earth you rented from Blockbuster in 2004 is still sitting under the Barcalounger in your TV room, you might want to dig it out, dust it off and return it…. to somewhere. Why? Because James Meyers of North Carolina was just arrested for that he rented 14 years ago. In […]
Microsoft scrambles to censor A.I. chatbot Tay after Hitler tweets
Microsoft latest little A.I. experiment might be a another warning that letting smart robots in any form run anything is probably a bad idea.
Amazon.com wants to let you pay with a selfie
Amazon’s rationale for moving in this direction seems to be based on all the flaws and hassles associated with more typical passwords.
China displaces thousands in search for ET’s phone call
China is putting the finishing touches on a new alien-hunting radio telescope that will make the giant Arecibo dish look like an inverted tinfoil hat.
Use the dead to open an iPhone? Apple vs. FBI is getting weird
Edward Snowden has weighed in on Twitter, calling the situation between Apple and the FBI the “most important tech case in a decade.”
Samsung’s Galaxy S7 Edge shows up in video ahead of Mobile World Congress
Just ahead of Mobile World Congress next week, someone at Samsung Indonesia let slip this video of the new Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge.
Adobe pulls Creative Cloud update after files go AWOL on Macs
Adobe flubs an update for Mac users, Mattel brings back the ThingMaker kit as a 3D printer, Microsoft debuts the $200 Lumia 650 Windows phone
The little Leica Q costs more than most DSLRs, but is it worth it?
Leica cameras are equal parts high-performance photography kit and tech bling, and their latest, called the Leica Q, definitely fits that description.
Dish, T•Mobile have the urge to merge: DT Daily
Dish Network and T•Mobile are in merger talks, Apple confirms an Apple TV set top box is needed for remote operation of HomeKit devices.
Hands on: Lensbaby Velvet 56
If you're willing to be patient and try different settings, the results from Lensbaby's new Velvet lens can be stunning. The fully manual glass is compatible with DSLRs from Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and Sony, and mirrorless models in the future.
DT Daily: 2015 Mobile World Congress highlights – so far
The latest from Mobile World Congress, including two smartwatches from LG, Samsung’s two new S6 smartphones and a for-real virtual reality headset from HTC.
DT Daily: MWC preview, PornHub’s wearable, Blade Runner sequel update
Today on DT Daily: a look ahead to the mobile tech show, a wearable from a most unlikely source, and Harrison Ford is back, as Blade Runner Rick Deckard.
DT Daily: NSA hacks SIM cards, Arkham Knight peek, FCC rules on Net Neutrality
Today on DT Daily: A newly revealed NSA hack is particularly frightening, Batman needs your help to clean up Gotham City, and it’s voting day on net neutrality for the FCC.
DT Daily: Sony’s new action cam, glue that welds, Bond cars spotted
Today on DT Daily: Sony takes aim at GoPro, again, Bondic makes super glue look weak, and a sneak peek at James Bond’s new car – it’s cool.
DT Daily: Net Neutrality vote nears, Mercedes C63 AMG review, Pebble Time watch
Today on DT Daily: the FCC vote on net neutrality is nigh, a sleeper Mercedes, and Pebble’s new watch campaign is drowning in money.
DT Daily: Bike light HD cam, smart ring roundup, tomato roboto
Someone puts a camera in a bike light and chaos ensues, smart rings are a thing, and a robot that feeds you tomatoes. While you run. In Japan.
DT Daily: Samsung S6 camera tech, NASA’s Titan submarine, new VR View-Master
Today on DT Daily: Samsung ramps up expectations for the Galaxy S6, NASA wants to build a submarine and Mattel rolls out a new View-Master for the Internet age. Outside of the iPhone, few handsets can manage as much pre-release hype as a new Samsung Galaxy, the firm’s flagship phone. The newest iteration, the S6, […]
DT Daily: Man From UNCLE preview, robot dog, Aston Martin GT
Today on DT Daily: Guy Ritchie brings back the swinging ’60s, Google’s newest robot wants you to take it for walkies, and a budget car from Aston-Martin? Guy Ritchie got back behind the camera to reboot The Man From UNCLE, and that can only mean three things: lots of action, lots of clever dialog and […]
DT Daily: More BMW i-cars, drone air show, Asteroids returns
Today on DT Daily: BMW may go after Tesla. Or Chevy. Or both. Plus, an air show for drones, and the arcade classic Asteroids may be making a comeback. BMW entered the ecar market last year with the i3 citycar and the i8 halo car, but that leaves open the “5” and “7” numerals, and […]
DT Daily: Car hacking study, LG’s VR device, Samsung’s sayonara
Today on DT Daily: hacking your car is suddenly a thing, LG gets their VR on, and Samsung may say sayonara to Japan’s mobile phone market. As if bad drivers, spendy insurance and gridlock weren’t enough, it now appears you need to worry about someone hacking your new tech-filled car. When it comes to virtual reality, it […]
DT Daily: Trippy Clip lens, SpaceX tries again, gas up your phone
Today on DT Daily: tricking your cell phone camera into thinking its 1974, SpaceX gets ready to try and land a rocket, again, and gassing up your dead device… with actual gas. There are no shortage of add-on lenses for phones and tablets these days, but the Trippy Clip lens definitely has the our vote […]
DT Daily: Radio Shack signs off, it’s movie night, and Google teams with Mattel
Today on DT Daily: It’s lights out for Radio Shack, the Matrix team returns to the big screen, and what are Google and Mattel up to? In what seems like a long and sadly overdue announcement, the iconic electronics chain Radio Shack has filed for Ch. 11 bankruptcy. Once a literal temple for electronics hobbyists, […]
DT Daily: net neutrality reversal, Paper app now free, Millennium Falcon drone
Today on DT Daily: The FCC chief does an about-face on net neutrality, get your draw on for free, sorta, and the Force is strong with this guy’s drone. For a while there, it seemed like the death of net neutrality was a forgone conclusion what with FCC chief Tom Wheeler saying OK to a […]