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Genealogy site credited with helping ID Golden State Killer suspect

Authorities say consumer DNA databases provided their big break, but the site they used had no idea its services were being utilized to track the suspect.

By April 27, 2018

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Google Assistant is smarter than Alexa, study finds

But Amazon's assistant is getting better.

By April 27, 2018

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Apple's working on a powerful, wireless headset for both AR, VR

The headset, which would straddle the two technologies and tap into Apple's own chips, is slated for 2020. It’s the biggest sign of Apple’s interest in virtual reality.

By April 27, 2018

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Hyperloop travel looks cushy, thanks to BMW Designworks

BMW's creative subsidiary imagined what Virgin Hyperloop One's pods could look like, and they're pretty impressive.

By April 26, 2018

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How to avoid tech support scams

Scammers are getting craftier, according to a new report. Follow these tips to keep your money and identity safe.

By April 26, 2018

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Microsoft considers forcing Windows 10 Mail users to use Edge

In a note to early testers for its Windows software for PCs, Microsoft says it's making the change to ensure security.

By March 16, 2018

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How mobile money could help the world's poor

Digital cash from PayPal, Mastercard and cryptocurrency startups has the potential to break the cycle of poverty.

By April 25, 2018

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Apple mocks Android (yet again) in ads

Commentary: In two new ads, Apple plays up its app store's security and its portrait camera feature.

By April 24, 2018

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Next Windows 10 apparently called Spring Creators Update

Interrogating the software itself seems to show that the next version of Microsoft's key software will get a new seasonal reference.

By March 8, 2018

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How to clean the inside of your oven window

You'll need investigation skills and this special homemade tool.

By March 5, 2018

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Microsoft: Tech support scams a 'growing global problem'

Social engineering attacks such as fake tech support calls are easy, effective and occur across all platforms.

By April 23, 2018

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Your body, and everything around you, will soon let you pay for stuff

Amazon, Mastercard and others are developing new ways for you to spend, including cashierless stores and scanning the veins in your thumb.

By April 23, 2018

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Microsoft teases new Windows 10 S 'mode' in 2019

This is a move away from Windows 10 S as its own separate, stripped-down version of Windows 10.

By March 7, 2018

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McLaren and mountains are perfect subjects for Galaxy S9 Plus

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.

By April 22, 2018

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DJ Cortana: Control Spotify with Microsoft's voice assistant

Set up Cortana to kick out the Spotify jams on Windows 10.

By March 21, 2018

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Microsoft reports record low for police data requests

In 2017, the number of customer-data requests from law enforcement and other government agencies worldwide was lower than it's been in five years.

By April 19, 2018

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Windows File Explorer gets a multi-tab look like Apple's Finder

File Explorer's tabs could make dragging and dropping easier. It's part of Microsoft's more ambitious Sets interface due this fall.

By March 8, 2018

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Congress isn't ready to regulate Facebook, but it wants to

Facebook's CEO was told testifying before Congress was a make-or-break moment. While he escaped unscathed, Congress still wants to act.

By April 18, 2018

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Grammy-nominated DJ ticketed for being dumb with Autopilot

DJ Klypso was cited for using a cell phone while driving and operating a vehicle at an unsafe speed while in a Tesla on Autopilot.

By March 8, 2018

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Here's how to cancel your Apple Music subscription

Nearing the end of your free Apple Music trial and want to cancel? Read this.

By April 17, 2018

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Facebook, Microsoft, others vow not to aid state cyberattacks

Nearly three dozen tech companies have signed a pledge promising they won't help governments carry out cyberattacks.

By April 17, 2018

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2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: Where tech goes to work

Premium touches and next-gen MBUX infotainment keep Mercedes’ do-it-all Sprinter van at the head of its class.

By April 17, 2018

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Intel: Our chips can make you safer

After addressing the Spectre and Meltdown design flaws, Intel is using its chips to boost cybersecurity software at Microsoft and Cisco.

By April 16, 2018

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Asteroid as big as a warehouse is freakiest near miss in years

A space rock soared by Earth closer than half the distance to the moon just hours after being spotted for the first time on Saturday.

By April 16, 2018

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Toshiba's hard hat-ready Windows AR Smart Glasses are made for field work

A small belt-attached Windows 10 Pro PC and a modular head-mounted display are designed for being easy to use on industrial jobs.

By March 14, 2018

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AMD issues chip patches for Spectre flaw

The chipmaker releases microcode updates to contain a variant of Spectre. Also, Microsoft is releasing an update for Windows 10.

By April 10, 2018

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Firefox for iPhones now stops websites from tracking you

Mozilla makes a privacy-protecting option the new default for its web browser running on iOS devices.

By April 12, 2018

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PAID CONTENT: The 6 features that make the HP Envy x2 truly mobile

We take a look at what makes the HP Envy x2 the ultimate on-the-go PC experience

By April 10, 2018

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Custom 'A Wrinkle in Time' cars feature interactive windows

These 2018 Nissan Leaf EVs are kitted out with high-tech, capacitive-touch windows.

By February 28, 2018

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How to change your DNS and (maybe) take the internet back

Is your fav website down? Want your privacy back? Try this one quick trick.

By April 9, 2018