Google is testing a new experimental Chrome feature that would allow people to get the latest content from the websites they follow using RSS feeds, according to a Wednesday Chromium blog post. By tapping an RSS-powered “Follow” button in Chrome, you could keep up with any site you choose, large or small. When the site …
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In an era of social hyperconnectivity, even careful curators can find their Facebook and Twitter feeds bulging under the weight of trolls, clickbait artists and the occasional irate relative. Quality news sources are often left to muscle their way into view against an imperfect algorithm, all while new links are being discovered between depression and social media use. One of …
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Welcome to 2019, cheeps! Hope you had a wonderful holiday. As we jump into the new year, I wanted to remind you that there are lots of ways to keep tabs on Cheapskate deals: On the web, natch. Bookmark it! On Flipboard. If you don’t already use this app, I highly recommend it. In your favorite RSS reader. Yes, RSS …
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On today’s podcast, we talk about: Amazon cutting down its HQ2 candidate cities to 20 finalists. Apple planning to invest big in the US over the next five years. The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the top stories of the day, brought to you by the CNET News team in New York and producer Bryan VanGelder. Check …
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On today’s CES-edition podcast with special guest Bridget Carey, we talk about: The new HTC Vive Pro. Lenovo’s new Google Assistant-powered countertop video speaker. Our favorite stuff from CES (so far), including airbags for your hip. Now playing: Watch this: VR, smart displays and even smart toilets at CES 2018… 10:30 The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about …
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Now playing: Watch this: The huge TV screens of CES 2018 are coming for you! (The… 4:13 Today’s podcast is all about the new TV tech expected at CES 2018, with David Katzmaier, who reviews televisions for CNET, discussing what people should pay attention to and what they can ignore. The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the …
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Now playing: Watch this: What to expect from Apple in 2018 (The 3:59, Ep. 330) 5:03 Today’s podcast focuses entirely on Apple and the year to come. We discuss a handful of expected changes from the tech titan in 2018, including several new iPhone designs, more augmented reality features and the new HomePod smart speaker. The 3:59 gives you bite-size …
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Now playing: Watch this: What to expect from Apple in 2018 (The 3:59, Ep. 330) 5:03 Today’s podcast focuses entirely on Apple and the year to come. We discuss a handful of expected changes from the tech titan in 2018, including several new iPhone designs, more augmented reality features and the new HomePod smart speaker. The 3:59 gives you bite-size …
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Now playing: Watch this: The Razer Phone is amazing and no one will buy it! (The… 4:43 On today’s podcast, we talk about: A new $700 phone from Razer, a company typically known for making gaming laptops How the text message is now 25 years old The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the top stories of the …
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Net neutrality rules are expected to be repealed on Dec. 14. Ahead of that FCC vote, we discuss many of the thorny issues involved, including censorship, potentially higher costs to customers and the need for telecommunications infrastructure investment. On the podcast, we talk about: FCC Chairman Ajit Pai making his case against existing net neutrality rules and claiming Twitter could be more …
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