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Samsung Galaxy S4 edges out iPhone 5 in camera test

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:41:46 GMT

The new leader of the Android pack nosed ahead of Apple's flagship smartphone in DxO Labs' photo and video tests. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

A breath of salty air for patients with cystic fibrosis

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 07:43:38 GMT

How surfers in Australia inspired the development a new device that taps the benefits of salt water mist to treat cystic fibrosis patients. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Crave giveaway: Boombotix Boombot Rex portable speaker

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

This little sound system connects to smartphones, tablets, and laptops via Bluetooth. Go ahead and tell it what to do; it's got built-in voice control. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

New iPhone 5 ad celebrates Generation Me-Me-Me, La-La-La

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 06:49:56 GMT

Having shown in a previous ad how everyone wants to photograph everything with their iPhone, a new Apple ad shows everyone navigating the world, while listening to their own soundtrack. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Nokia files new suits in patent fight with HTC, says reports

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 06:41:11 GMT

Nokia files a federal lawsuit, as well as a second complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission, against the Taiwanese handset maker, according to reports. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Cause of PC malaise? Designs not 'compelling,' says Intel

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 05:01:20 GMT

Intel executive admits devices haven't been good enough to justify an upgrade, but says the company's new processor will get things moving. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

iPhone 5 repairs won't come cheap

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 03:40:48 GMT

Fixing a busted iPhone screen can cost a pretty penny. And, it appears that repairs for each iteration of the device are getting more expensive. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

iPhone 5 repairs aren't cheap -- it's the replacement parts

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 03:40:48 GMT

Fixing a busted iPhone screen can cost a pretty penny. And, it appears that repairs for each iteration of the device are just getting more expensive. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Jon Stewart accuses the Senate of all being Apple fanboys?

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 02:59:34 GMT

The "Daily Show" simply had to have an opinion on Tim Cook's appearance in front of the supposedly stern senators. His opinion of both the Senate and Apple wasn't exactly complementary. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

AT&T's GoPhone Prepaid Brand to Gain iPhone and LTE/HSPA+ Support Tomorrow

MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front Page — Fri, 24 May 2013 02:33:40 GMT

MacRumors has learned that AT&T's GoPhone prepaid wireless brand will be undertaking a significant expansion of its services starting tomorrow, offering support for the AT&T's fastest LTE and HSPA+ data networks for the first time and Read More......(read more)

Judge: evidence shows Apple colluded to fix e-book prices

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 02:22:08 GMT

In a pretrial hearing for the antitrust lawsuit, the judge says she thinks the Justice Department will be able to show direct evidence that Apple "facilitated a conspiracy to raise prices of e-books." [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Apple Posts New iPhone TV Ad 'Music Every Day'

MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - Front Page — Fri, 24 May 2013 02:12:21 GMT

Apple started running a new iPhone ad this evening called ' Music Every Day ', the second in a series that launched last month with a spot entitled ' Photos Every Day '. Both ads in the campaign focus on people actually using the phone Read More......(read more)

Six eye-catching things from CTIA 2013

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:09:25 GMT

We round up our favorite tech to come out of this week's all-mobile show. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Report: Google mapping Waze takeover

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:06:32 GMT

Could the search giant be making a play to keep Facebook out of its domain? [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Google mapping Waze takeover, says report

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:06:32 GMT

Google is considering a bid for the mobile mapping and navigation company, Bloomberg reports. Could this be a play to keep Facebook out of its domain? [Read more] Read More......(read more)

AT&T adds 61-cent 'mobility' fee to wireless bills

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:03:30 GMT

AT&T's new "Mobility Administrative Fee" is raising wireless bills by 61 cents a month -- a move that could reportedly raise half a billion dollars for the company. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Hulu buyout heats up with four reported bidders

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:53:00 GMT

The video streaming service has supposedly been courting buyers over the past couple of years and now it's looking like the first round of bids may be in. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Top apps to track severe weather

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:39:41 GMT

With all the big storms in the news, you need an app that can help you track severe weather so you know when the storm is getting close. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Two-factor authentication: What you need to know (FAQ)

CNET News — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:29:53 GMT

Twitter just got it. Apple recently got it, too. Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and Amazon have had it for a while. But why's two-factor authentication important, and will it keep you safe? [Read more] Read More......(read more)

iPhone 5S and low-cost iPhone said to be multicolored

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:48:49 GMT

Word on the street is that the two supposed upcoming Apple smartphones will feature an array of colors -- from pink to green to gold. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Game over for used games: How Xbox One and PS4 could gut gamers' wallets

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:48:01 GMT

Microsoft said it designed the Xbox One to enable owners to trade in and resell games at retail. But what if it can't play used games? [Read more] Read More......(read more)

In risky new tack, Microsoft stacks Surface against iPad

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:09:02 GMT

Microsoft is taking a chance by comparing Surface RT with the iPad. The comparisons -- even those listed by Microsoft -- aren't that favorable. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Should Microsoft really be stacking Surface against iPad?

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:09:02 GMT

Microsoft is taking a chance by comparing Surface RT with the iPad. The comparisons -- even those listed by Microsoft -- aren't that favorable. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

Microsoft cleared in Xbox patent spat with Google

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:58:50 GMT

The U.S. International Trade Commission on Thursday reaffirmed an earlier ruling, saying Microsoft did not infringe on patents owned by Google. [Read more] Read More......(read more)

The kitchen countertop wants juice and smoothies

CNET News — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:54:11 GMT

The Hurom Premium Slow Juicer & Smoothie Maker offers an easy way to enjoy healthy beverages. [Read more] Read More......(read more)