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CNET News Daily Podcast: Top headlines of the day

Wed, Nov 25 Listen

A quick rundown of the top stories we're following as we head into the holiday weekend, including: New Google search UI gets colorful, and Buffalo seems to have won the race to be first to ship a USB 3.0 drive. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: Crude Michelle Obama image dumped by site owner New Google search UI brings color, search options Buffalo ships first USB 3.0 hard drive Clearwire raises another $920 million Mozilla issues near-final Thunderbird 3 Judging the top...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Google to track TiVo data

Tue, Nov 24 Listen

In today's podcast: Google will start tracking TiVo viewing data to help advertisers see how commercials get seen in the day of the DVR; four days after the CERN particle accelerator was turned back on, it's making quick progress; Intel overhauls its Atom processor for Netbooks; AT&T follows Verizon's lead with mobile broadband plans; and more of today's top tech news. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: CERN particle accelerator sees first collisions HP reports in-line...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Murdoch enlisting Microsoft to shun Google

Mon, Nov 23 Listen

It appears that Rupert Murdoch was serious about wanting to remove his company's media properties, such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Post, Fox News, and Hulu, from the Google search index. Murdoch's News Corp. has reportedly initiated discussions with Microsoft over a plan to have the media company's Web content essentially delisted from the world's largest search engine, Google, but included on Microsoft's Bing, in exchange for payment from Microsoft. Microsoft has reportedly...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Nokia's layoffs and Skype's eBay adieu

Fri, Nov 20 Listen

It's been a bad week for Nokia's research and development division, which had more than 300 of its staff laid off this week. The news was a little better for Skype, which detached from its eBay owners and netted a $2.75 billion valuation. Also, Facebook's video hosting is now the third most popular video hosting site on the Web, though it still lags far behind leader YouTube. Hear more about these stories and others in today's episode. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories:...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Meet Chrome OS

Thu, Nov 19 Listen

Today, Google released the source code for its Chrome OS project and gave the public the first real look at how the new operating system for Netbooks will work. CNET reporter Tom Krazit calls in from Google headquarters to give us the scoop. Also in today's podcast: a computer glitch at the FAA caused nationwide flight cancellations and delays; Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says Windows 7 is selling better than any previous version of Windows; and AOL looks to shed about 2,500 workers and its...

CNET News Daily Podcast: IBM's work to reverse-engineer the human brain

Wed, Nov 18 Listen

A leading IBM researcher says computers capable of mimicking the human brain's power and efficiency could be just a decade away. CNET News reporter Daniel Terdiman talks about the findings. Plus, Hulu inks its first major music label deal, the Office 2010 beta goes public, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 breaks even more records than we originally thought. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: Modern Warfare 2 tops entertainment industry, not just games Office 2010 beta...

CNET News Daily Podcast: AOL gets a spin-off target date

Tue, Nov 17 Listen

Eight years after merging with Time Warner, AOL has finally been given a date for when it's being spun off to once again be its own company. We also talk about clean coal in China, the next versions of Adobe's Flash and AIR platforms, as well as the news that Microsoft's next version of Internet Explorer isn't quite ready for a public peek just yet. Two small housekeeping notes: Thanks to everyone who wrote in last week to provide feedback on the CNET News Podcast. It's much appreciated....

CNET News Daily Podcast: Supercomputers and the future of Hulu

Mon, Nov 16 Listen

Supercomputers are in the news again. First Microsoft has a new version of its Excel program that can tear spreadsheets that used to take weeks to calculate, down into a few hours. Then we've got results released early Monday that unveil which company gets to claim its supercomputer as the fastest among the top 500 in the world. We also get CNET News senior writer Greg Sandoval on the phone to talk about what's going on with Hulu, and why it may soon cost you money to watch your favorite TV...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Dell's big smartphone move

Fri, Nov 13 Listen

In today's podcast: Dell makes its entry into the smartphone category official with the Dell Mini 3, Verizon Communications starts warning music pirates, Advanced Micro Devices' rough road is just beginning, and Office 2010 leaks early online. Please take this short survey to help us make this podcast even better. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: Dell unveils Android-based Mini 3 smartphone Verizon tests sendding RIAA copyright notices With $1.25 billion, can AMD finally...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Have Intel and AMD buried the hatchet?

Thu, Nov 12 Listen

In the wake of Thursday's announcement of a $1.25 billion settlement in the long-running disputes between Intel and AMD, CNET News reporter Stephen Shankland talks about whether the hatchet is finally buried, and who (if anyone) is emerging a winner. And please take this (very) short survey to help us make the podcast more of what you're looking for. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: Intel to pay AMD $1.25 billion in antitrust settlement Universities reject Kindle over...

CNET News Daily Podcast: No solar power in my backyard, please

Wed, Nov 11 Listen

Are solar and wind the new nuclear? Alternative energy has a lot of support across the country, but when it comes to actually building solar and wind farms, some communities are saying "not in my backyard." Also in today's podcast: Adobe Systems has a 9 percent layoff, Google cuts prices on its photo storage service, and how real a threat is malware planting child porn on your PC? Please help us make the podcast better by taking this quick (we mean it!) survey. Listen now: Download today's...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Kindles, Droids, and gadgets for the blind

Tue, Nov 10 Listen

In today's episode, we talk about Amazon's new Kindle software application for PCs, a super cheap Windows 7 laptop that costs about the same price as a copy of the new operating system, and Google's gift of free airport Wi-Fi for the holidays. Also--as mentioned at the end of the podcast, we want your thoughts on how to make the Daily News Podcast even better. If you have a minute, head over to this page and answer a few survey questions. It only takes a minute or two, and will help us make...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Firefox is five

Mon, Nov 9 Listen

On November 9, 2004, Firefox 1.0 launched to fight the growing dominance of Microsoft's Internet Explorer, the browser that had essentially killed the first major consumer browser, Netscape Navigator. The project, originally named Phoenix to symbolize rebirth from Netscape's ashes, has now clawed its way back to account for nearly a quarter of the browser usage today. It's been an eventful five years. We discuss Mozilla, Firefox, and the future of browsers with CNET News senior writer...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Skype, eBay move forward

Fri, Nov 6 Listen

eBay will move forward with selling its stake in Skype, the company said Friday, now that a licensing dispute over the software that underlies Skype's service has been settled. eBay will get $1.9 billion in cash in the deal, which will close by the end of the year. Also on the podcast: Smartphone sales rise, the Motorola Droid has its coming out party, more charges in the Galleon insider trading case, and Google aims to be less "creepy." Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories:...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Google tries to add human touch

Thu, Nov 5 Listen

Known for using brilliant engineers, complex algorithms, and speedy servers to organize online information in a simple and accessible way, Google is learning how to add the human touch to its repertoire as customers look for answers that can't be found on an FAQ. CNET News reporter Tom Krazit talks about what the search giant is doing to improve the customer experience and why that task is getting more difficult. That, plus other headlines of the day, on Thursday's CNET News Daily Podcast....

CNET News Daily Podcast: New York joins Intel pile-on, and more

Wed, Nov 4 Listen

Today's tech update includes a new antitrust lawsuit filed again Intel, a legal challenge to Barnes & Noble's Nook e-reader, AT&T sues Verizon over commercials, and more. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: N.Y. antitrust suit accuses Intel of bribery Spring Design seeks injunction barring Nook sales AT&T vs. Verizon: There's a lawyer for that Comcast earnings climb 22 percent Microsoft cuts 800 more jobs Microsoft makes over the MSN butterfly Images: MSN through the years...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Much ado about extended warranties

Tue, Nov 3 Listen

Black Friday will be here in mere weeks, but the extended warranty business runs year round. What are some things to watch out for, and do you really need to buy a warranty for some of the smaller ticket items? We get CNET News reporter (and fellow CNET News Daily Podcast host) Erica Ogg in the studio to give us a breakdown on tech warranties, along with what gadgets you should and shouldn't buy one of these warranties for. We also talk about Best Buy's upcoming video service, batteries made...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Web expected to drive holiday sales

Mon, Nov 2 Listen

Forrester Research says that while retail sales will probably be flat this holiday season, online sales are expected to reach $44.7 billion, an 8 percent jump over last year. Seventy-two percent of retailers questioned said they expect holiday sales to increase over last year. And the customer experience may be improved as well. Online retailers may also show a new focus on customer engagement and service. Also on the podcast: The Wii is losing ground, Amazon has finished its acquisition of...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Why Verizon is key to the Droid's success

Fri, Oct 30 Listen

Motorola has been desperate for a hit phone since the Razr. The Droid, powered by Android 2.0, and available beginning next week, could be the beginning of a comeback for the handset maker, says CNET's Maggie Reardon. She talks about the importance of the Droid's exclusive contract with Verizon, and why it could be the key to its success. Also on today's podcast: Sony suffers another bad quarter, ICANN makes one of the biggest changes to the Internet in 40 years, Facebook gets a huge...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Giving plug-ins a familiar car feel

Thu, Oct 29 Listen

Automakers don't want people to feel like driving electric means radical changes. CNET News reporter Martin LaMonica talks about what they're doing to make the transition easier for consumers. That, plus Sprint continues to bleed customers, Nintendo unveils a supersized version of the DSi, and much more. Listen now: Download today's podcast Today's stories: Sprint losses and customer defections continue Motorola sees small third-quarter profit Amazon lets shoppers pay with a phrase DSi LL:...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Droid navigates its way to market

Wed, Oct 28 Listen

Verizon and Motorola are aiming squarely at the iPhone with today's unveiling of the Droid, currently the only smartphone running the Android 2.0 operating system. At the same time, Google announced its new turn-by-turn navigation software for mobile phones. Does this mean the days of standalone navigation systems are numbered? Reporter Tom Krazit thinks so. He joins today's podcast to talk about today's mobile developments. Also in this podcast: security threats are up at midsize companies,...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Cisco keeps buying expensive things

Tue, Oct 27 Listen

Cisco Systems has pledged to spend more than $6 billion on acquisitions this month, the latest of which comes in at a cool $183 million for Web-based security software company ScanSafe. We also talk about the Apple tablet everyone keeps spreading rumors about, a computer Trojan that's masquerading as an e-mail from Facebook, and a new printing technology from Xerox that prints electronic circuitry on all sorts of things including fabric. Just think about what that's going to do to the...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Students report Windows 7 upgrade problems

Mon, Oct 26 Listen

Of the many ways to buy Windows 7, the best deal Microsoft makes available goes to students, who can buy a downloadable upgrade version of Windows 7 for $29. However, a number of students have reported problems when trying to download and install the new version of Windows. Microsoft says it is aware of several issues that people have encountered. Most common is the fact that folks can't easily go from the 32-bit version of Vista to the 64-bit version of Windows 7. "This appears to be a...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Amazon and Netflix earnings defy expectations

Fri, Oct 23 Listen

Amazon and Netflix today joined Apple and Intel in showing surprisingly good earnings results despite most economists' lingering concerns over consumer spending. Amazon's investors responded by sending the stock up 25 percent in trading... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Live from N.Y., it's Windows 7

Thu, Oct 22 Listen

CNET News reporter Ina Fried joins the podcast from the Windows 7 launch in New York to talk about how the hoopla compared with the Vista launch and what surprises might be in store even for those who have been following Windows 7 closely. That and... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Bing gets social, new BlackBerry out

Wed, Oct 21 Listen

In today's podcast: Microsoft's Bing links up with Twitter, Facebook; RIM unveils its newest BlackBerry, the Bold 9700; the first of many deep deals on Windows 7 surfaces; and more of today's top headlines. Listen now: Download today's... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Apple's having the best week ever

Tue, Oct 20 Listen

Apple's on a roll this week. The Cupertino, Calif.-based company on Monday posted record profits despite lackluster consumer spending. And as a follow-up today, it revised most of its hardware line with some flashy updates including an evolved,... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Verizon takes on the iPhone with Droid

Mon, Oct 19 Listen

The latest Android-based smartphone, the Droid, could debut as early as October 30, according to a cryptic countdown code on Verizon's Web site that promotes the new device. The Droid will run the new Android 2.0 operating system on a 3.7-inch... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Snow Leopard and Win 7 faceoff

Fri, Oct 16 Listen

CNET Labs has tested and retested both Mac OS X 10.6, known as Snow Leopard, and Microsoft's Windows 7, and they finally have the results for which handles certain tasks better. Listen in for some of the more noteworthy results. Also on today's... ...

CNET News Daily Podcast: Why Sidekick woes hit deaf users hard

Thu, Oct 15 Listen

T-Mobile's Sidekick recent outage caused problems for almost all subscribers, but the deaf community got hit particularly hard. CNET News reporter Ina Fried explains why. Plus, Amazon is rolling out same day delivery in select cities, and some... ...

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