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Disconnecting for 24 hours: My National Day of Unplugging

A self-described digital addict, I put myself to the test by going 24 hours without tech for the National Day of Unplugging.
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China responsible for WordPress DDoS attacks

WordPress no longer believes politics to be in play, but does reveal that China was behind the site's most recent cybersecurity woes.

National Day of Unplugging urges 24 hours of tech abstinence

Could you do it? National Day of Unplugging challenges participants to step back from a screen-filled existence.
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Libya falls into Internet ‘black hole’ as authorities sever connectivity

Libya has blocked Internet access in what analysts are calling an unforseen method that makes Egypt's former Internet blockage look crude.

Windows 8 screenshots leak

The first look at Windows 8 is a mild one, but it may have to hold you over until June.

Samsung considering Galaxy Tab 10.1 overhaul after seeing iPad 2

The iPad 2 event made an impression on more than just Apple fanboys: Samsung will rethink its Galaxy Tab 10.1 as a result.

Google wants to fix its Android fragmentation problem

Android coders will now be able to develop across the board with a new compatibility tool that Google hopes will held paste together its fractured user base.

Burma joins the Facebook Revolutions

The success of Internet-enabled revolutions are now reaching as far as Burma, where activists face an extremely brutal government.

Some Samsung Galaxy S IIs will have Tegra 2 processors

Select Galaxy S II models will including Nvidia's dual-core CPU instead of Samsung's new Exynos silicon.

Google Profiles get a social makeover

The most recent step in the never-ending Google-social saga is a big upgrade to Google Profiles.

Android Developers Union wants to take on Google

A group of disgruntled Android developers are making demands from Google - but their legitimacy remains to be seen.

Movin’ on up: The winners of Google’s algorithm adjustment

Since Google launched its big search revision, we're mostly hearing about those hurt by it. Here's a look at the site's that are benefiting from the SEO update.
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Bing launches Groupon competitor with Bing Deals

Microsoft joins the likes of Yahoo, AOL, and Google with its own deals feature: Bing Deals.

One in five drivers use the Internet behind the wheel

A shocking amount of those on the road are browsing, e-mailing and cruising Facebook while they're supposed to be driving.

Sony opens PlayStation Move for ‘prestigious researchers and professionals’

Sony will open up its PlayStation Move technology, but only for a select few.

Apple cuts original iPad price

As the iPad 2 makes its official debut, the first-generation Apple tablet sees its first price cut. Question is, do you go for the savings or this year's hot gadget?
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Apple iPad 2: What’s missing?

Apple always makes an impression, but a few suspected features didn't make it to the iPad 2. With the iPad 3 allegedly waiting in the wings, they could be right around the corner.

Mahalo cuts staff, Google algorithm alteration to blame?

Google's new algorithm couldn't get it right quick enough for Mahalo, which will eliminate 10 percent of its staff.

Smart Covers flexibly and minimally protect the iPad 2

A clever design makes Apple's Smart Covers for the iPad 2 both thin and versatile, but protection won't likely be a high point.

Alleged iPad 2 images leak

We know, we're exhausted thinking about all the iPad rumors too - but here's one more for the road before anything's official.

Internet and WikiLeaks up for Nobel Peace Prize

The Internet and WikiLeaks both secure spots among the 200 plus nominees for this year's award.

Verizon will pull unlimited iPhone data plans

That was quick. Shortly after introducing the iPhone, Verizon will cut out its unlimited plan and force users into tiered pricing.

New Jersey congressman beats IBM’s Watson

Watson is finally taken down by congressman Rush Holt in a match between lawmakers and IBM's Jeopardy champ.
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Selective censorship: How to prepare your Facebook for college admissions

Somewhere between sending in personal essays and accruing community service, college hopefuls now must prepare their Facebook accounts for university scrutiny. Here's how to tidy up your high school debauchery and put your best face(book) forward.
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Tobii shows off eye-controlled Lenovo laptop

Is this the end of the mouse and keyboard? Lenovo and Tobii demo an eye-controlled computer.

Penthouse will launch the world’s first 3D porn channel

It was only a matter of time. Penthouse Magazine announced today it will reveal the world's first entirely 3D adult channel on March 1.

Facebook still wants to give developers your address and phone number

After terminating the controversial 'permission screen' last month, Facebook responds to government questions over offering up user phone numbers and addresses.

Rogue Android app will run up your bill

Mobile piracy is on the rise, and a newly identified Android app hijacks your phone's texting client.

Day one and Nintendo 3DS already subject to hackers

Japanese gamers have barely had their hands on the 3DS and have already penetrated Nintendo's firmware.

Julian Assange applies to trademark his name

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has risen to unforseen infamy, and now will trademark his name to protect his interests.

Nokia N950 to be the sole 2011 MeeGo device

At a recent Nokia event, an executive mentions a MeeGo phone is one the way. But does this mean it has a long shelf life with Nokia?
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Motorola sues TiVo over DVR technology

TiVo finds itself sued yet again, this time by Motorola, which claims TiVo is violating its DVR technology patents.

SoftKinetic beats Microsoft to the punch, releases Kinect SDK first

Just days ago, Microsoft announced it will release the Kinect SDK and finally allow users to fully flex their Kinect hacking muscles. And if that's too long to wait, check out SoftKinetic's own open development kit.
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Facebook translates privacy policy for non-legal experts

Facebook has cut down on its privacy policy's lawyer-speak in an attempt to accurately explain its guidelines to its users.