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14 Men Charged with Operating International Child Pornography Network
Charges have been filed against 14 men for operating a child pornography network that exploited teenage boys aged between 3 and 17.
Go 'Incognito' with Cloak: Avoid Friends with iOS Antisocial Network App
Cloak, allows users to flag friends on Foursquare and Instagram and provides alerts to avoid them. If you dread bumping into someone unpleasant simply turn on Cloak and avoid them.
Microsoft Shares Ride High on 'Office for iPad' App Rumors
With the talk of Microsoft launching Office for iPad doing the rounds, the company's shares went up by 5 percent to stand at $39.90 Tuesday, its highest since 2000.
Google Announces Smartwatch Platform Android Wear, Motorola Announces Smartwatch
Google announced its new platform for smartwatches, called Android Wear. On Tuesday, Google announced Android Wear, its new platform for smartwatches.
The Internet is Now Controlled by the World: U.S. Gives It Up to Community
U.S. says its time to pass the reins of Internet to a multi-stakeholder community. The United States announced its intent to relinquish control over the Internet and said it is ready to hand it over to a multi-stake holder community.
Apple iPhone 5c May Have New 8GB: More Storage for Low Performance Smartphone
Apple may announce an 8GB version of iPhone 5c, to improve sales of the device several sources reported on Monday.
GM Recalls Another 1.5 Million Vehicles for Airbag Issue and Engine Compartment Fires
General Motors announced the recall of 1.5 million vehicles, in a move it described as "resolving issues."
Two Indian Phone Manufacturers Announce New Windows Phones
Two Indian cell phone makers announced their line of Windows phones on Monday, following Microsoft's announcement to give Windows to low cost manufacturers.
Toyota Halts Production in India as Workers Dispute Pay: Wage Hike Issues
Differences over wages has forced Toyota subsidiary Toyota-Kirloskar to announce a lock down of production units in Bangalore, India.
Facebook Introduces New Video Ads to Your Page
Facebook on Thursday rolled out 15 second video ads for select advertisers. Facebook on Thursday launched video ads that will be available to a select group of marketers.
Microsoft Offers Windows OS Free to Indian Phone Manufacturers
Microsoft has waived its license fee when it offered Windows OS to two Indian phone makers in a bid to improve its presence in the Android-dominated market.
Newly Discovered Samsung Galaxy Backdoor May Cause Security Data Risk for Users
A team of open source developers said that a few models of Samsung Galaxy devices, including Galaxy S3 have a backdoor that leaves user information on these devices vulnerable.
Google Encrypts Search Text in China After Snowden SXSW Speech
In a bid to counter Chinese government censorship, Google announced that it would encrypt all searches as part of its policy that will soon apply across the globe.
Facebook HQ Under Temporary Lockdown After False Security Threat and Possible Bomb Scare
Menlo Park Police searched Facebook headquarters on Tuesday after receiving an alert only to later discover it was false.
iPhone Return Period Shortened from 30 to 14 Days: Apple Devices to Keep
Apple announced on Wednesday that iPhone purchasers wanting to return their devices should do it in 14 days as against the earlier return period of 30 days.
Snowden Reveals NSA Used Automated Malware Implants for Snooping
Documents leaked by Snowden show that NSA has in place an automated systems that would launch malware to infect computers in large groups rather than being selective.
Edward Snowden Interview at SXSW Reveals Support for Encryption Among People
Edward Snowden said people should encrypt their communications to keep them away from prying eyes, during SXSW's annual gathering on Monday.
Google Faces $5 Billion Antitrust Penalty Fine in India
Trade watchdog Competition Commission of India has received complaints alleging Google misused its dominant market position.
iOS 7.1 Released, but New Apple iOS 8 Maps May be Better
iOS 8 mapping application is expected to be greatly improved over the present application with enhanced car integration, public transit directions and improved data reliability.
Google Apps Referral Program: $15 Bonus for Luring in New Users
To attract more customers for its Google Apps for Business, Google announced a $15 reward for every new customer you refer.
Apple Reigns as Top Seller, Android Wins Smartphone Platform
A report comScore has determined that Apple was the top smartphone manufacturer in January while Android was the most used mobile platform.
Night Vision Camera App Could Burn a Hole in Your Pocket Without You Knowing!
A night vision camera application on Google Play parses phone numbers from Whatsapp and signs you up for a messaging service--without you knowing.
Samsung Reveals Milk: iTunes Radio Rival Streams Music from 200 Stations
Samsung on Friday introduced Milk, an ad free radio service that allows users to stream music from more than 200 stations.
Privacy Groups Ask FTC to Halt $19 Billion Facebook WhatsApp Deal
Privacy advocates have filed a complaint with the FTC asking it to examine Facebook's Whatsapp deal to determine if Facebook could tinker with Whatsapp's privacy policy.
Bitcoin 'Founder' Dorian Nakamoto Claims He Is Not the Elusive Satoshi Nakamoto
The 64-year old Dorian Nakamoto of Temple City who was identified by Newsweek as Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's anonymous founder, has denied he is Satoshi Nakamoto.
Oscar Mayer Puts the Smell of Sizzling Bacon in Your iPhone as Alarm Clock (VIDEO)
Oscar Mayer has made a device that emits the smell of sizzling bacon to wake people up. Bacon aficionados can now wake up to the smell of their favorite sizzling dish, courtesy of Oscar Mayer.
Apple iPhone is the Most Coveted Phone in Emerging Markets Like China, India and Brazil
A survey by Upstream has revealed that Apple iPhones are most desirable brand in emerging markets, including China, India and Brazil.
Over 35 million Getty Stock Images Now Available for Free
Getty said that users can embed images from its stock can be embedded free of cost, making a shift in its revenue model.
Apple Transferred Billions in Profits to Irish Tax Haven, New Report Claims
Apple transferred $8.1 billion in profits earned in Australia to an Irish tax haven over the past ten years.
Was Bitcoin's Creator Finally Found in California? Real Satoshi Nakamoto Discovered
Newsweek claims that it has tracked Bitcoin founder Satoshi Nakamoto, who has refused to reveal his identity ever since the creation of the digital currency in 2009.
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