Why the White House is backing away from Net neutrality
Comments from Obama administration officials at the CES Tech Policy Summit suggest fading enthusiasm for controversial FCC rules mandating Net neutrality. Why the change of heart, asks Stanford Law Fellow Larry Downes.
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Google launches local search for mobile
The "Near me now" option is now available for Android and iPhone users who have opted to share their locations.
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The first microcomputers (images)
During a visit to the DigiBarn Computer Museum in Boulder Creek, Calif., CNET reporter Daniel Terdiman gets a look at what may be the world's first complete microcomputer system, as well as the oldest assembled mint-condition Altair 8080.
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E-readers' next chapter might not have happy ending
There were plenty of the book readers on display at CES, but many question whether the market for such dedicated devices is large enough to support all the new entrants.
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Inside the world's long-lost first microcomputer
Vintage computer historians have long revered the Altair 8800. But an unknown computer project at Sacramento State beat the Altair by three years. CNET got a look at it.
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Control4 readies networked home energy system
Control4's home energy management system uses a home wireless network and tough-screen display to monitor electricity and let consumers participate in energy efficiency programs.
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Sarkozy's 'New Year's wish': Investigate Google
Not long after a list of pro-copyright proposals stirred controversy, France's president says he supports an investigation of Google as well as a tax on search engines.
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Freeloader solar charger wears many plugs
Solar Power International's latest solar charger has an attachment for charging digital camera batteries of different sizes. The unit also doubles as single USB charging unit for multiple gadgets.
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Philips' DirectLife makes having fun a workout
DirectLife ups the ante for personal-fitness gadgetry with an activity tracker, motivator, and data organizer that encourages setting and meeting realistic goals.
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Picowatt does smart grid without smart meter
Tenrehte Technologies' Wi-Fi-enabled smart plugs called PicoWatt collect data on energy consumption and let people take advantage of off-peak rates.
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Local TV could spur mobile TV adoption
A new technology standard that allows cell phones to receive local broadcast TV signals could help finally entice consumers to watch TV on their phones.
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Intel touts 3D, apps for Netbooks at CES (photos)
CEO Paul Otellini took the stage Thursday evening to talk about Intel's plans to bring high-tech into the home.
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Old but awesome: The YouTube piano
Ever wanted to turn YouTube into a musical instrument? Now you can, with the YouTube piano: a creative use of YouTube's annotation system.
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Viacom, YouTube inch toward courtroom showdown
Viacom's $1 billion copyright suit against Google's YouTube is closing in on resolution. Both parties are preparing to ask judge to skip a trial and rule in their favor.
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RealD signs big names for 3D TV
The 3D display technology enlisted Sony, Panasonic, Toshiba, Samsung, and DirecTV for its push into the TV realm. But it's not the only 3D player.
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Woman arrested after visiting with WoW teen
Canadian boy leaves home to see 42-year-old woman whom he met on World of Warcraft. No Canadian laws were broken, but she's arrested back home in Texas.
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What is Halo Reach's 'Super Secret Game Mode?'
Halo Reach is the latest title in the Halo franchise. But before it hits store shelves, Bungie is hinting at a new secret mode. What do you think the game will offer?
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Open-source acquisitions: What's the holdup?
Acquisitions of open-source companies have garnered huge multiples but haven't rounded out many product portfolios. Exit plans are hazy for most open-source start-ups.
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Google muses about ads in Street View
Ads pay the bills at Google, so it's not all that surprising that the company has discussed the possibility of adding ads into Google Street View.
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AR.Drone helicopter controllable by iPhone
Could it be the coolest toy ever? This remote-control helicopter has a video camera that streams to your iPhone or iPod Touch.
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