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- Almost human? Google's developing robotsGoogle revealed it is working on developing humanoid robots that will automate daily tasks, on the heels of Amazon announcing a new drone-delivery program. The moves indicate that automated delivery services, and perhaps much more, could be on the horizon.
Yotaphone: Are two screens better than one?Russian company Yota has released a smartphone with two screens, one on the front and one on the back. But don't knock it as a gimmick just yet – the dual-screen actually solves a common smartphone issue.- The cloud computing race ramps up with Google Compute EngineThe Google Compute Engine release signals a major push by big tech companies to capture the growing demand for cloud services.
Celebrity headphones: Are they any good?Headphones from 'Beats' inspire many copycats. But are celebrity headphones worth the money?
Coming to Facebook: An 'Unfollow' buttonFacebook is also tweaking its News Feed algorithm to focus on more actual news, according to reports.
Sony PlayStation 4 sales top 2.1 million worldwideSony's PlayStation 4 console is off to a blockbuster start.Â
Apple dips into social analytics with Topsy acquisitionThe world's most valuable company, Apple, is heading into the social media game by purchasing social analytics firm Topsy for a reported $200 million. But Apple's end game is still a mystery.
Maria Callas: The original prima donnaLook up diva in the dictionary and you'll find an apt description of one of opera's biggest stars: Greek-American Maria Callas. Google honors the dramatic life of this prima donna in a Google Doodle today.
'Threshold' may help Microsoft's Windows 8 and 8.1 useThe PC and smart phone would just be a slab of hardware without its operating system, and Windows has held onto the OS global market share top spot. But will it last?
Supreme Court won't weigh in on online sales tax debateThough Amazon and Overstock.com filed a constitutional challenge to states collecting sales tax on online purchases, for now it looks as if the battle will be waged state by state.
Amazon drone delivery service could be active by 2017Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has outlined plans for a drone delivery service, powered by autonomous octocopters.
Millennial Trains Project: A ride for experimental learningWith the Millennial Trains Project, Patrick Dowd gathers creative people for a nationwide trip along the rails.Â
Black Friday 2013 belonged to the iPadAt Target and Wal-Mart's Black Friday sales, the most popular items were Apple iPad tablets.Â
Microsoft Xbox One launch marred by disc drive glitchStill, the Xbox One glitch hasn't stopped Microsoft's new console from getting off to a strong start.Â
Microsoft moves to encrypt data: reportFollowing further NSA spying revelations, sources close to the matter have said Microsoft is considering encrypting its data to hide from future prying government eyes.
Say 'OK Google' for hands-free holiday searchingOK Google, let's get searching. With the holidays around the corner, Google has introduced a voice-activated search extension for Chrome, a welcome innovation for anyone who wants to keep sticky fingers off the keyboard without sacrificing Google search.
Sony files patent for vibrating, gadget-laden 'Smart Wig'Forget the smart watch. The wave of the future may be the Sony 'Smart Wig.'Â
Moto G makes a surprise debut in the USThe Moto G, a cheaper version of the Moto X, was not expected to launch in the US until next year.Â
BlackBerry's BBM goes socialIn an attempt to update their messaging service and make up for sagging sales, BlackBerry introduced a new version of BlackBerry Messaging that turns the service into a social network. But will it be enough to save BlackBerry?
PS4 games: Four worth waiting forPS4 games and console sales have gotten off to a blockbuster launch. Now the console just needs a more robust line-up of games.Â