Saturday, October 8, 2016

Capturing our refugee stories on a single fixed-lens camera - CNET

Commentary: I only took a 35mm Sony RX1R camera to document the stories we found on Road Trip 2016. Here's why. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/europe-refugee-crisis-photographs-on-a-single-fixed-lens-camera/#ftag=CAD590a51e

LeBron James complains about NBA app, NBA jumps - CNET

Technically Incorrect: All it takes is a powerful star to complain about the GameTime app and it's immediately seen to. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/lebron-james-complains-nba-gametime-app/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Here's how to watch the new 'Westworld' episode early - CNET

Howdy, pardner. HBO lets viewers hop an early train back to the new show and watch its second installment before Sunday. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/watch-new-westworld-episode-early-hbo-thanks-to-debate/#ftag=CAD590a51e

'Stranger Things' just got real, Energy Dept. emails show - CNET

A journalist uncovers what Energy Department employees had to say about the hit Netflix sci-fi series. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/stranger-things-netflix-energy-department-doe-emails/#ftag=CAD590a51e

WikiLeaks posts 'Podesta emails,' Clinton Wall Street speeches - CNET

The site posts what seem to be emails from the account of Hillary Clinton aide John Podesta, including what look like parts of controversial paid talks. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/hillary-clinton-goldman-sachs-speeches-leaked-paid-wikileaks-john-podesta-julian-assange/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Trump's Facebook apology for crude comments arouses disbelief - CNET

Technically Incorrect: As conservative Republicans withdraw their support, a late-night video apology from Trump is less apologetic and more defiant. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/donald-trump-video-lewd-access-hollywood-facebook-apology-women/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Replacement Galaxy Note 7 could face its own recall - CNET

A second recall would be an unusual move but could happen if this week's incident aboard a Southwest Airlines flight involved a "safe" Galaxy Note 7. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/replacement-galaxy-note-7-could-face-its-own-recall/#ftag=CAD590a51e

From A to Zika: Alphabet working to stamp out the virus - CNET

The life-sciences division of Google's parent company adds birth control for mosquitoes to its mix of projects. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/alphabet-google-working-to-quell-the-virus-verily/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Google's Panoramio photo-sharing service bids farewell - CNET

Feeling betrayed after contributing photos to Google Maps for years, users look for alternative photo communities like Ipernity. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/google-panoramio-kills-photo-sharing-users-angry/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Salvador Dalí cookbook will make your supper surreal - CNET

Dalí's 1973 cookbook "Les Diners De Gala" is back in print for the first time in more than 40 years. Care for some toffee with pine cones? Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/salvador-dali-cookbook-les-diners-de-gala-back-in-print/#ftag=CAD590a51e

How to stop your iPhone from autocorrecting the F-word - CNET

Technically Incorrect: This wizard hack ensures you'll never be forced to write "ducking" again. Unless you really want to. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/how-to-stop-apple-iphone-autocorrect-f-word/#ftag=CAD590a51e

​Google Chrome soon won't be such a burden your computer - CNET

New version of the browser won't take up as much memory, especially on mobile devices, Google programmers promise. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/google-chrome-soon-wont-be-such-a-burden-your-computer/#ftag=CAD590a51e

MLB.com's At Bat app tops list of best sports apps - CNET

With baseball playoffs in full swing, App Annie thinks MLB's At Bat app is tops among sports leagues. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/mlb-dot-com-at-bat-app-best-sports-app-major-league-baseball-nfl-nba-nhl-hbo/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Does Google's new Pixel phone make it time to try Project Fi too? - CNET

In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon offers a refresher on Google's first wireless service, Project Fi. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/does-googles-new-pixel-phone-make-it-time-to-try-project-fi-too/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Hacking trust: Fears of election-tampering shake faith in US democracy - CNET

Our election systems are full of flaws and vulnerabilities. But the biggest target in the election might not be your vote. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/hacking-trust-fears-of-election-tampering-shake-faith-in-us-democracy/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Watch NOAA Hurricane Hunters fly into Matthew's eye - CNET

Get on board with the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as it takes a "very turbulent flight" into the heart of Hurricane Matthew. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/hurricane-matthew-noaa-storm-hunters-fly-into-matthews-eye/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Google Pixel vs. iPhone 7. Does Apple have an AI problem? (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy, Ep. 58) - CNET

Artificial intelligence is the next platform, new iPad rumors, and remembering Steve Jobs with stories from Brian's time at the Apple Store. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-byte-extra-crunchy-ep-58/#ftag=CAD590a51e

Russia deliberately interfering with election, US says - CNET

Intelligence officials formally accuse Russia of carrying out a broad campaign to influence the 2016 presidential elections, including the DNC hack. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/russia-hacked-dnc-interfere-us-2016-presidential-elections/#ftag=CAD590a51e

WikiLeaks posts 'Podesta Emails,' Clinton Wall Street speeches - CNET

The site posts what seem to be emails from the account of Hillary Clinton aide John Podesta, including what look like parts of controversial paid talks. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/wikileaks-posts-podesta-emails-clinton-wall-street-speeches/#ftag=CAD590a51e

All US carriers will let you swap replacement Note 7 - CNET

Not happy with the "safe" Samsung Galaxy Note 7? There are options at each carrier. Linq: https://www.cnet.com/news/verizon-sprint-t-mobile-att-trade-replacement-samsung-galaxy-note-7/#ftag=CAD590a51e