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Facebook knows what you look like, adds facial recognition to photos

It seems like an inevitable step. The world's social giant has introduced facial recognition to make tagging easier.
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Analysts advise Wikipedia to stop asking for donations

As Wikipedia cranks its annual fundraising drive into high gear, and still comes up short, some believe it's time the site begins to look elsewhere for financial support.
Computing News

Next in line for Google fiber testing will have to wait

Google's fiber project has a new leader, but will delay its announcement of where to test its fiber Internet next due to incredible demand.
Computing News

Air Force blocks sites that published Cablegate leaks

The US Air Force is taking matters into its own hands and blocking 25 sites from military computers in the wake of WikiLeaks' cable release.
Computing News

Twitter’s US growth comes to a halt

The Tweet revolutionized quick communication, but it might not be holding US interest anymore.
Computing News

WikiLeaks video game goes viral

In the midst of ongoing Wikileaks fallout, one developer has struck gold with a basic game based on the ordeal.
Computing News

Possible Microsoft tablet fails to impress critics

A look at what Microsoft will possibly premiere at CES has many hoping it's just a rumor.
Computing

IBM supercomputer will compete on Jeopardy next year

IBM has developed a computer that should be able to compete with the famed game show's former victors.
Computing News

Gmail creator has no faith in Chrome OS

The father of Gmail has plenty of inside experience at Google, but he does not see Chrome OS becoming a consumer hit.
Mobile

Analyst warns Microsoft needs tablet to compete with iPad, or else

After failing to create much buzz in the tablet space this year, one analyst warns that Microsoft may be in for a dismal 2011 unless it can concoct an iPad challenger.
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Top 10 free Chrome Web Store apps

Take a look at our top 10 free apps from the Chrome Web Store.
Computing News

T-Mobile will release a 4G tablet in 2011, joining Sprint

Following Sprint's announcement of a 4G tablet coming in 2011, T-Mobile has followed suit and revealed plans of its own for a 4G tablet slated or next year.
Mobile

What we know about Google’s Cr-48 Chrome OS notebook so far

Google's long-rumored Cr-48 notebook has reached a handful of testers, and they're spilling the goods on the first Chrome OS hardware. We round up first impressions from around the Web.
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Best Buy offers free iPhone 3GS with contract, Friday only

Best Buy has confirmed via Twitter that it will temporarily drop the price of the iPhone 3GS to free for Friday only, as part of its ongoing free smartphone promotions.
Mobile

Is Twitter blocking #wikileaks from trending?

Suspicion surrounding the absence of a WikiLeaks hashtag in Twitter's list of trending topics has critics questioning the site, though it officially denies nixing it.
Computing News

Facebook and Twitter wipe their hands of Operation Payback, one member possibly arrested

Facebook and Twitter are continuing to host official WikiLeaks accounts, but have removed those of Operation Payback, and one member may have been arrested in the Netherlands.
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Mac App Store delay, won’t be here until January

You won't be able to buy apps for your home computer until after the New Year, say inside sources.
Computing

WikiLeaks tome available on Amazon UK invites controversy; UPDATE: book is removed; SECOND UPDATE: author arrested

While it doesn't appear to contain text of the cables, the e-book about the WikiLeaks document release is inciting customers.
Computing News

The best personalized newspapers to freshen up social media

These sites break out of traditional social media molds and offer users a more engaging way to browse their online lives with newspaper-style layouts, and in one case, an actual print edition.
Computing Guides
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The 10 best tech stocking stuffers under $50

Shopping for the geek in your life, but trying to keep size and budget small? Check out the 10 best tech stocking stuffers under $50.
Computing

Tweet Wrap says you care, 140 characters at a time

Samsung's customized Tweet Wrap lets you cover a gift in your choice of Twitter messages, and there are other geeky gift wrap options out there, too.
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Google Chrome event brings Web Store, Chrome OS notebook, browser updates

In a live event today, Chrome revealed a host of new features coming to users, most significantly it's anticipated take on the operating system.
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Malicious ‘goo.gl’ links slam Twitter

A few suspect links have taken over Twitter this morning and are infecting computers as well as continuing to spread over the social site.
Computing News

Groupon revenue was overestimated, more like $800 million; UPDATE: $2 billion is right

In the aftermath of the futile Google-Groupon negotiations, the company's real revenue has slipped out, making previous estimates look downright generous.
Computing News

Amazon working on subscription video package to compete with Netflix

The online shopping site might be bringing you another subscription streaming option, but can it really challenge established front runner Netflix?
Computing News

CALM Act forces commercials to tone it down

The CALM Act could ease the deafening blast of volume from amped-up TV commercials by forcing broadcasters to turn them down.
Audio / Video News

Mac app store could be here next week

It sounds like Steve Jobs is pushing for a Mac App Store launch ASAP, and calling developers to have their apps finished and ready today.
Computing
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How to design a cover for Virgin’s iPad-exclusive Project magazine

Virgin is holding a competition for designers to recreate its iPad-only magazine's cover, and we've got the contest rules.
Mobile

Discussing Wikileaks may sever government job opportunities

Students hoping to one day pass a US State Department background check would be wise to keep their Facebooks' free of Wikileaks mentions.
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New video shows legit-looking PlayStation phone in action

A new video has leaked showing the closest look yet at Sony Ericsson's rumored PlayStation smartphone.
Mobile

Mozilla baits Firefox users with sheer cuteness

Mozilla has tied in one adorable species to its non-profit status and environmental efforts.
Computing News

Apple hits a wall with publishers over subscription deal

In its quest to finally offer subscriptions through the App Store, rumor has it Apple's deal with publications isn't getting any takers.
Mobile
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Best Buy offers free smartphones all December

For the entirety of the holiday shopping season, Best Buy is offering a wide selection of smartphones for free with a two-year contract.
Mobile

Man behind a third of the world’s spam heading to court

Oleg Nikolaenko will head to court in the near future for running malware that has been linked to extraordinary amounts of the world's spam.
Computing News
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