XBMC Frodo hits 12.1 with "substantial" fixes

Team XBMC may already be coding Gotham, but that hasn't stopped the crew from upgrading Frodo with a number of "substantial" fixes.

Google says Chrome OS was "partially" exploited in hacking contest

Despite initial reports to the contrary, Google has acknowledged that its web-centric Chrome OS was partially exploited at its Pwnium 3 hacking contest two weeks ago by a researcher known as "Pinkie Pie."

Video: Geomerics showcases real-time global illumination for Sony's PS4

Geomerics has posted two videos showcasing its next-gen real-time Enlighten global illumination tech for Sony's PlayStation 4 (PS4).

Google updates Jelly Bean Gmail app

Google has updated its Gmail Android app, which now allows users to save time on the actions they use most often: reply, archive, and search.

Mozilla updates Firefox OS simulator

Mozilla released its first Firefox OS simulator for devs three months ago, while the second version of the app went live in February.

Curiosity Engine learns Big Data

Discovix has introduced a new method of analyzing massive data sets with its freshly coded Curiosity Engine, which allows users to sort through large, unstructured data sets, charting critical trends and patterns.

Google Now tipped for Chrome browser

It appears that Google's Chrome web browser will soon be getting fast access to Google Now.

Hotmail and Outlook go down as Microsoft migrates users

Microsoft's migration of Hotmail users to Outlook doesn't seem to be going quite to plan. A series of outages in both services has left people unable to access their emails.

Android on Intel, now dual-booting with Windows 8

Developers at Intel's Open Source Technology Center have coded a new version of Android optimized to run on Santa Clara's x86 chips.

Facebook 'Likes' give your secrets away

Think carefully before you 'like' a particular song on Facebook: you could be giving away your sexual orientation, political views or even your drug use.

Mozilla says Apple is too closed for iOS Firefox

It's an old argument, but one that certainly rings true for Mozilla. Meaning, Firefox won't be returning to Apple's iPad or iPhone anytime soon.

Google Glass app identifies people by their clothes

The first - very creepy - third party app for Google Glass has been unveiled. InSight is designed to recognize people on the basis of their clothes.

Robots get their own internet

Scientists have turned on a web-based database specifically for robots, designed to let them share information about their behavior and environment.

ModernMix resizes and repositions Windows 8 apps

Some users aren't exactly fond of the way Modern UI apps behave in Microsoft Windows 8.

Marvel Unlimited hits the iPad and iPhone

Marvel has launched a new iOS app for the iPhone and iPad.

Facebook privacy changes lead to more data being shared

After users attempted to keep more information private, Facebook altered its privacy settings to make more data public than ever, research from Carnegie-Mellon University has shown.

Pearltrees beautifies curation with Botticelli

Pearltrees is routinely used to embed data related to a particular topic in a way that is easy to navigate.



Video: Microsoft adds Kinect gesture support for Windows 8

Microsoft's versatile Kinect device has proven to be quite popular, and not just for gaming on the Xbox 360.

Facebook newsfeed redesign set for launch today

Facebook's expected to announce a major redesign later today, bringing multiple news feeds arranged by category.

Microsoft eyes price breaks to spur Windows 8 adoption

Adoption of Microsoft's flagship Windows 8 operating system has been less-than-stellar thus far.