IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (CNET) 01/10/2015

A cure for blindness? Stem cells may hold the key
A 60-year-old is the first person in a test to see whether the foundational cells can help reverse a vision problem called macular degeneration. Early results should arrive in December.

Google redesigns Chromecast for speed and power
The tech giant rolls out its revamped video-streaming device, along with a host of features to make the gadget smarter, faster and more powerful.

Google unveils new Pixel C, its first company-built tablet
The business-friendly Android tablet will likely go up against Apple's iPad Pro, which also connects to a keyboard.

Man shows grasp of science by setting spider on fire at gas station
Technically Incorrect: If you see a spider on your car as you're filling up, taking your lighter out and trying to burn the spider to death is not scientifically optimum.

Genetically engineered micropigs to be sold as pets
A genomics institute in China plans to bring a brand new kind of pet into the world -- customizable mini-pigs.

3D-printable ice house could be our home on Mars
NASA's 3D Printed Habitat Challenge has come to an end, with the top prize going to a conical house that would be made of ice.

Emma Stone is superhero Spider-Gwen in this parody trailer
A trailer for the fake movie "Spider-Gwen" imagines Peter Parker's girlfriend as the one bitten by a radioactive spider.

Twitter could remove its signature 140-character limit
The social network is working on a new product that would give users a way to post longer Tweets, according to a report.

Radiation-poisoned Spock: Most depressing Christmas ornament ever
Nothing says "Christmas spirit" like seeing Mr. Spock succumbing to radiation poisoning.

'Glowing' biofluorescent sea turtle looks like a reptilian UFO
An endangered sea turtle surprises scientists by showing off an otherworldly glow underwater.

Family music-streaming plans compared: Google takes on Apple Music, Spotify, Rdio, and Tidal
At Google's Nexus press event in San Francisco today, the search giant announced a new family plan that gives up to six people access to the Google Play Music library for $14.99 a month. Check out how it compares to competitive plans from Apple, Spotify, Rdio, and Tidal.

Google Maps now available on Apple Watch
Maps update adds Apple Watch compatibility, estimated times of arrival for various transportation and other features.

Specs-off!: Google Nexus 6P vs. iPhone 6S vs. Galaxy S6
Google has announced a pair of new Nexus Phones -- let's see how the new Nexus 6P compares to other superphones.

'My spirit animal': Remembering 'Twin Peaks' Log Lady Catherine Coulson
Appreciation: Her quirky "Twin Peaks" character made Catherine Coulson famous, but her partnership with David Lynch spanned decades. CNET's Bonnie Burton pays tribute to the woman behind the log.

'CableRobot' combines VR simulations and precision motion (Tomorrow Daily 249)
Ashley checks out a parallel cable robot using VR to offer incredible virtual experiences, enjoys watching five men control a single shark balloon with their minds and explains how gels might help scientists 3D print complicated biological structures.

Three awesome new features added to Google Photos
Google Photos got some love at Google's Nexus event. Check out what's new.

Verizon Go90 mobile video service opens gates to public Thursday
After a short invite-only period, Verizon's experiment with a cross-carrier, mobile-only video service will be available in app stores this week.

Apple CEO Cook shuts the door on iOS, Mac OS X merging -- again
Don't hold your breath for touch-screen Macs running iOS.

BlackBerry releases first photos of Android-powered Priv phone
Device maker offers a glimpse of its first smartphone to run on Google's Android software.

A four-way smart switch for the CNET Smart Home (pictures)
It wasn't easy, but we stuffed four Belkin WeMo Light Switches into a single faceplate in the CNET Smart Home. Here's how we did it.

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Wednesday, September 30, 2015

IT News Head Lines (CNET) 01/10/2015

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