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apple 21 dtd04132018

So long to security? ‘GrayKey’ box picks the locks on Apple’s iPhones

AMD debuts next generation of their Ryzen desktop CPU lineup, Gmail may offer time-limited email options, law enforcement agencies have a new option when it comes to cracking the security on Apple iPhones.
god of war dtd04122018

‘God of War’ refresh levels up the iconic game to a modern classic

We review Sony's refresh of the classic video game 'God of War,' Fortnite servers go boom, a legendary video game player has his high score records stripped away, latest iOS update is bricking some screens and causing other problems.
crime dtd04112018

India moves toward Minority Report-style crime prediction with A.I. tech

India looks to the future of crime prevention with some A.I. in the mix, Apple loses big in a patent case to a little-known company, Aston Martin's sleek Vantage road burner combines comfort and velocity.
facebook 7 dtd04102018

Facebook’s Zuckerberg is on DC’s hot seat; is it time for data and privacy laws?

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg chats with Congress beginning today, Leap Motion wows with some AR kit and footage, Blackmagic Design puts 4K moviemaking in your hands with a new camera body.
facebook 6 dtd04092018

Facebook faces a pivotal week as Zuckerberg heads for The Hill

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg heads for Capitol Hill to testify while users find out if they were Cambridge Analytica data points, we test out the connected and even stylish blue jean jacket from Levi's (and Google).
google 7 dtd04062018

Does Project Maven’s use of Google’s A.I. tech violate ‘Don’t Be Evil’ credo?

Google workers petition CEO to stop involvement in Project Maven, an implantable chip could sooth or cure many nervous system maladies, Spielberg says a woman may take over Indiana Jones role in future movies.
facebook 4 dtd04052018

Facebook privacy and data changes derail Tinder, other third-party apps

Facebook says just a few more than 50 million sets of user data went to Cambridge Analytica, Microsoft turns back the clock on ransomware, changes may be coming to one of the great affordable sports cars.
apple 20 dtd04042018

Apple iPhone 2020: Gesture controls, MicroLED and curved screens?

Hints pop up that Apple may have many more changes in store for future iPhones, Tim Cook nabs a top A.I. guy from Google, we talk with the designers behind Jaguar's impressive I-Pace EV.
spotify 4 dtd04032018

DT Daily: Having never made a profit, Spotify goes IPO, rakes in billions

Spotify's IPO starts streaming money into the company's coffers, we review the new HTC Vive Pro VR headset, and the new Firefox Reality browser brings the web to VR.
canon dtd03302018

DT Daily: 4K video is so 2017; Canon shows off 120mp video sensor tech

UnderArmor cops to data breach affecting 150 million app users, it's time for the March Madness of auto shows, and Canon's insane 120-megapixel video sensor sees every little thing.
no mans sky dtd03292018

DT Daily: What’s ‘Next’ for No Man’s Sky’s big universe?

The big universe of No Man's Sky is about to get even bigger, TCL looks to revive the Palm brand with new devices, we chart the long history of malware in special report.
apple 19 dtd03282018

Can Apple’s iPad/Pencil combo and education software banish Chromebooks?

Apple heads back to the classroom, Facebook puts an upcoming product release on hold, can smartphone cameras finally hold their own against dedicated cameras?
dropox dtd03232018

Dropbox IPO finally goes live after a decade of ‘starting up’

Dropbox mints millionaires on its first day of long-awaited IPO, Toyota's Corolla Hatch takes aim at hot-hatch rivals, we review the Spielberg-helmed adaptation of Ready Player One.
facebook 3 dtd03222018

Zuckerberg: My bad, but we’re going to fix Facebook’s data privacy problems

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg takes the blame, pledges to fix data issues, Huawei has another door to the US market closed in its face, giant drone de-ices a giant wind turbine.
apple 18 dtd03212018

Are new iPads set to debut at Apple’s education ‘Field Trip’ event?

Apple may be prepping new iPads for their spring Field Trip event, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has yet to comment of the Cambridge Analytica fiasco, man buys old photo on eBay for $10, turns out it's worth just a bit more.
cambridge analytica dtd03202018

Facebook, Cambridge Analytica under pressure for data deal and misuse

Facebook under pressure after Cambridge Analytica data deal goes south, Android phones may take a while to equal Apple's Face ID, Atari's 'Ataribox' retro console gets an update.
htc vive pro dtd03192018

HTC Vive Pro features big VR resolution boost, audio upgrade, more

The new HTC Vive Pro VR headset breaks cover for pre-orders, Apple has been secretly making their own screen tech, we take the new Tesla Model III for an e-spin.
ford dtd03162018

Green machines: Ford commits to electrifying cars, trucks, SUVs – and Mustangs?

Ford powers up an electrified future, Alexa has a crush on R2D2 while in "Brief Mode," and Google Lens comes to Apple devices.
intel 2 dtd03152018

Intel says hardware changes will block Spectre and Meltdown

Some Samsung Galaxy S9 users say they can't use Samsung Pay, Intel plots hardware changes to block hacker holes, Ford recalls cars after steering wheels pop loose.
audeze dtd03142018

Audiophile headphone maker Audeze targets gamers with Mobius cans

The world pays tribute to the late, great physicist Stephen Hawking, Audeze unveils some primo gaming headphones, we track the future of the Star Wars universe.
fitbit versa dtd03132018

Fitbit Versa takes aim at women with new female-specific health-tracking metrics

President Trump stops the Broadcom/Qualcomm deal in its tracks, Fitbit Versa smartwatch includes some special features for female users, Larry Page's Kitty Hawk project lofts the Cora flying taxi into the air down under.
intel dtd03122018

Is Intel eyeing Broadcom buyout to secure mobile chip relevance?

Intel may be planning a purchase of their own that will end the Broadcom/Qualcomm battle, Microsoft Teams adds Cortana to the group, we review the latest Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon.
waymo dtd03092018

Waymo jumps into the high-tech truck competition with Uber and Tesla

Waymo's self-driving semi trucks to join Uber and Tesla on the open road, Fortnite heads for smaller screens, Jon Favreau is set to pilot a new Star Wars series for Disney.
samsung 3 dtd03082018

Samsung is riding high with S9 Plus superphone and new QLED TV lineup

We get our first hands-on look at the new Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus smartphone as well as the latest lineup of QLED TVs, Tesla electric semi trucks get to work - for Tesla.
uber 4 dtd03072018

Uber: Our self-driving semi trucks are already on the road in Arizona

Microsoft goes into upgrade mode for Windows 10 S users, Google Lens AI tech gets folded into the Google Photos app, Uber says self-driving trucks are all over Arizona right now.
rimac dtd03062018

Not exactly a Prius: New Rimac electric hypercar is packing 1,900 horsepower

Land Rover's new SV Coupe comes at a price, Rimac's C-Two hypercar again proves that electric cars will rule, Pizza Hut brings back the Pie Tops in time for March Madness.
arcore dtd02232018

Do you see what AI sees? Google unleashes ARCore and Lens features

Today on DT Daily: Sony's Xperia secrets spill ahead of MWC2018, NASA fires up their own heavy lift rocket motor, Google releases ARCore and Lens features to select smartphones.
cat s61 dtd02222018

CAT’s FLIR-packing S61 Android smartphone is your tough new best friend

Apple will upgrade their popular AirPod wireless earbuds, the FCC says net neutrality ends April 23rd, CAT debuts the follow-up to their touch Android phone.
apple 17 dtd02212018

Cobalt crisis coming? Apple in direct talks with miners of battery mineral

Apple might want to brush up on their (cobalt) mining....craft, Qualcomm set to bring Snapdragon-powered VR headset to MWC2108, fast Ferrari 488 gets even fast with new Pista version.
samsung 2 dtd02202018

Your life on one drive? Samsung debuts 30TB solid state hard drive

Today on DT Daily: Google Pay simplifies tap-to-pay with your Android phone, Samsung crams 30TB into one hard drive, Spotify is looking help designing physical products.
samsung galaxy s9 2 dtd02192018

Samsung Galaxy S9 camera details come into focus ahead of MWC reveal

Today on DT Daily: Details about the Samsung Galaxy S9 leak out, Google finds a hole in Microsoft's Edge browser, Japanese EV matches key Tesla Roadster performance metric.
google 6 dtd02162018

Google nixes the ‘view image’ button on photo searches after settlement with Getty

Today on DT Daily: Google zaps the 'view image' shortcut from image searches, Apple workers are having a problem with transparency at Apple Park, Black Panther opens tonight and we have a full review.
apple homepod 3 dtd02152018

Is the Apple HomePod marking its territory with its own ‘spaceship’ symbol?

Today on DT Daily: Apple HomePod smarthome speakers leave their mark, Samsung slips the popular S-Pen into a new laptop, and we talk with Michael B. Jordan, one of the stars of Black Panther.
chrome dtd02142018

Hate those pop-ups and video ads? Chrome update is set to banish them

Google Chrome update targets annoying ads - including those from Google, Magic Leap CEO says holographic streaming is on the AR/VR horizon, Tim Cook wants you to get off Apple Park's lawn, pronto.
sea of thieves dtd02132018

Avast! It’s time to play pirate in Microsoft’s fun-filled ‘Sea of Thieves’ Xbox MMO

Get your sack and pillage on with the not-so-serious Xbox pirate game Sea of Thieves, Monero miners target Android smartphones users, jet maker Airbus thinks small with Skyways drone delivery system.
after skullys failure is the livemap hud helmet future artishschev1

Want a HUD in your motorcycle helmet? Livemap survives where Skully crashed

Are connected motorcycle helmets the future? After the disaster that was Skully, a Russian inventor may have a better way to see the road ahead for riders.
Skully Hud Helmet

Skully’s founders allegedly wasted millions, ripping off Indiegogo backers

The smart helmet startup is now the subject of litigation by a former employee, who alleges the founders wildly squandered the funds.
as billionaires ogle mars the space race is back on dt10 travel featured

As billionaires ogle Mars, the space race is back on

SpaceX, Blue Origin and NASA all want to put humans on Mars, and with competition heating up, it may go down in less than a decade.