IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (CNET) 29/04/2013

'Wintel' on the wane: Intel goes Google
Intel has been synonymous with Windows PCs seemingly forever. But it's trying to change that in a hurry. Enter Google. [Read more]

Budweiser's intimate, dangerous way to make Facebook friends
The brewing company's Brazilian arm creates cups, which, if you clink them together to say cheers, turn both parties into Facebook friends. Oh, how difficult. [Read more]

Undercover cops' devious new method to stop iPhone theft
Police in San Francisco decide on a new tactic to stop iPhone theft. Undercover officers are walking down streets offering to sell iPhones they claim are stolen. The idea is to kill the market for stolen phones. [Read more]

Coming soon: A Breathalyzer for pot and cocaine?
Scientists in Sweden believe they've made a breakthrough in creating a machine that police can use to detect high drivers. [Read more]

After WWDC tickets vanish, Apple touts 'Tech Talks,' videos
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference sold out in two minutes this year. But the company says videos of confab sessions will be available and that "Tech Talks" will be coming to various cities. [Read more]

Adventures in hi-fi at Oswalds Mill Audio
The Audiophiliac reports from Brooklyn about a fascinating encounter of the audio kind. [Read more]

Year two of #Kristofize - honoring Nicholas Kristof
Last year, a group of fans created an impromptu birthday tribute to Nick Kristof, the crusading NYT columnist. Time for the 2013 version. [Read more]

At Shapeways facility, order emerges from 3D-printed chaos
One of the leading companies in the 3D-printing services industry, Shapeways has figured out a very efficient way to print hundreds of items. It looks like the aftermath of a flood. [Read more]

Samsung Galaxy S4 shootout versus HTC One, iPhone 5
Samsung may have loaded up its 13-megapixel smartphone shooter with playful settings, but it didn't skimp on raw image prowess. [Read more]

As Schmidt speaks of caution, Google Glass gets hacked
Not long after Google's Eric Schmidt talks of how apps for Glass will require Google's approval, a renowned hacker/developer gains access to the gadget's operating system. But just what might that mean? [Read more]

The fastest Android gaming tablets
Which Android tablets provide the smoothest gaming experience? CNET Labs delves deep to find out. [Read more]

Crave Ep. 118: Memory foam chair expands when hot
This week, we sit in a chair that expands when things get hot and take a ride in a solar-powered scooter -- wearing a Predator Helmet, of course. [Read more]

LivingSocial hacked; 50 million affected
Hackers target LivingSocial, stealing the personal data of more than 50 million people in an enormous security breach. [Read more]

Future headlights turn rain invisible, we explain how in video
Intel has helped cook up some futuristic headlights that make rain seem to disappear. CNET UK's Luke Westaway takes a closer look. [Read more]

Android rumor roundup
The Samsung Galaxy S4 Active, Sony Xperia ZR, and Samsung Galaxy Core are among this week's juiciest rumors. [Read more]

Facebook schedules annual shareholder meeting for June 11
A pre-summer gathering of stockholders will put Mark Zuckerberg and company in the hot seat. [Read more]

Snapzoom accessory gives smartphones a telephoto boost
This universal adapter making the rounds on Kickstarter combines your smartphone with a pair of binoculars to create a megazoom camera. [Read more]

Meet the current frontrunner for $580K coffee with Tim Cook
The current high bidder for a coffee meeting with Apple's CEO is doing it to bring attention to his startup. [Read more]

NYC green-lights Uber cab service
It's official. Uber is now the first taxi-app company to operate in the Big Apple. [Read more]

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Sunday, April 28, 2013

IT News Head Lines (CNET) 29/04/2013

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