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Design firm [FUSE]Chicken offers up its idea for what Apple's next phone could look like. More>>
As social networks have become more intertwined in our daily routines, some criminals just can't resist logging into Facebook at the worst times. More>>
Facebook is testing a system that lets user pay to make their status updates more visible. What's the idea? And where is this going to lead? More>>
Hovercrafts that float slightly above surface are so last year. The Flying Hovercraft takes things to new heights. More>>
Scientists have uncovered the oldest-known Mayan calendar ever discovered -- and it further shows that all this December 21, 2012, apocalypse talk is a bunch of hooey. More>>
Give yourself a gift this Mother's Day: More time. These tools can help. More>>
'Hot Jupiters' are Jupiter-mass planets orbiting close to stars. They might have been kicked inward from their original orbit, destroying or ejecting other planets. More>>
Apple has rolled out a hardware tweak to the iPad 2 that increases the value of the tablet for power users. More>>
With the two-year AT&T contracts of iPhone 4 early adopters coming to a close in June, this version of the next iPhone could be announced during WWDC next month. More>>
Wondering where the best places in the world are to plug in? A new report has the answers, but are we any closer to a global village? More>>
A new fragrance from custom cologne crafter Air Aroma captures the uniquely appealing scent of a freshly unwrapped MacBook, iPad or Apple TV. More>>
A few of Verizon's upcoming phones have leaked including the Galaxy S III and other top devices. Here's the list. More>>
Digital Trends breaks down the battery life claims of laptop manufacturers to find out if they're all hype or legit benchmarks. More>>
For 350,000 unsuspecting Internet users infected with the DNSChanger malware, the Web will cease to function on July 9. Here's why, and how to check your PC before zero hour. More>>
Two experts debate whether bringing the deceased (like rapper Tupac Shakur) back to life as holograms is really a good use of 21st Century technology. More>>
This is your brain on Oregon Trail. And guess what? Gaming isn't the violence-inducing waste of time it's sometimes made out to be. More>>
As Pinterest tries to address its spam problem, some of its most active users could find themselves unable to pin or comment to their hearts' desire. More>>
In this design concept, Pringles packaging are no longer tube-shaped but expandable to a bowl so sharing is easier than ever. More>>
Digital Trends lists the best iPad apps for filing or getting help with your federal and state income taxes. More>>
This coffee table doesn't just look like the original Nintendo gaming system controller, it actually works as one. More>>
Verizon will soon begin charging all of its wireless subscribers a $30 fee for upgrading their phone every two years. Why? Because everyone's doing it. More>>
Everyone's favorite app has up and been acquired. The implications and effects are many, so here's a first look at what it all means. More>>
Digital Trends' staffers Molly McHugh and Jeffrey Van Camp argue over the merit of the smartphone camera. More>>
The production prototype of the Transition flying car took its first test flight recently, bringing closer to reality the possibility of flying home from work and parking in the garage. More>>
Hitachi Kokusai Electric has built a high-performance facial recognition surveillance system that can identify a face in an image from a database of 36 million in one second. More>>
With people revealing more and more personal information on the web, employers are starting to ask job applicants to disclose their Facebook account information. More>>
Online yearbook service SchoolFeed uses deceptive practices to boost its numbers and hijack your Facebook data. More>>
Groupon is offering a "once-in-a-lifetime" trip to explore the Titanic, but is anybody buying? More>>
Quirky products are exactly as they sound, and here's a roundup of the five upcoming ideas that should be available for purchase now. More>>
Apple has unveiled its latest iteration of the iPad, which comes without a new name but plenty of huge upgrades. More>>
Pinterest's potential is huge, but does the platform pave the way to copyright infringements? More>>
A little Internet fame never hurt anyone. Here's how to tweet to get results, whether it's more visibility for your work, site or message. More>>
Living and working in a zero-g environment is challenging enough, without having to endure drinking everything through a straw. But with this "zero-G cup," it appears even astronauts can now enjoy a true cup of tea. More>>
Microsoft, Chaotic Moon and Whole Foods have partnered up to create a Kinect shopping cart as your ultimate supermarket companion. More>>
Google's new all-encompassing privacy policy went into effect March 1. Here's what you need to know (and what you may want to change). More>>
Rumors suggest Cupertino may launch a next-generation Apple TV to accompany the iPad 3 announcement on March 7. More>>
While Richard Branson tinkers with his Virgin Galactic space craft in the hope of getting the space tourism industry off the ground, a Japanese construction company has said it is looking at the viability of building an elevator into space. More>>
Don't know how to put together IKEA furnitures? You're not alone, and new IKEA instructional videos are here to help... aren't they? More>>
Pro-skier Elyse Saugstad had to react quickly when she found herself caught in an avalanche at the weekend. She was saved by activating her special airbag backpack which helped to keep her close to the surface of the tumbling snow. Unfortunately her three friends were not so lucky. More>>
Stanford University researchers have created a wireless way to charge your electric vehicles as you drive so EVs will never run out of juice halfway through a road trip. More>>
With the popularity of the Back to the Future franchise spawning new products, Mattel is the latest company to jump in the Delorean and race up to 88 miles per hour. More>>
Whether you're hunting for the best price or looking for something at a nearby store, we've selected our favorite shopping apps to help you get the job done. More>>
A Florida man got the shock of his life on Wednesday when an electronic cigarette he was using exploded in his mouth. More>>
We round up the best iPhone apps available today, from time-saving productivity tools to games you won't be able to put down. More>>
Algorithm-based online dating sites are a dime a dozen, and several new apps are trying to inject a little more personality into the system. More>>
Check out Soma Architecture's Multiple Natures twisting tower. More>>
Earning $25 has never been easier—just as long as you let Google track your web-surfing habits. More>>
We've narrowed down a list to our favorite tech-related ways to say "I love you" on Valentine's Day. More>>
A new research study observes the use of "scientific" research in order to give weight to online dating services that offer to find the perfect soulmate for users. More>>
Using Facebook can be bad for people with low self-esteem, a new study suggests. More>>
While the addictive nature of checking social networks has only been escalated by more smartphone sales, one study has come to the conclusion that it may be even more addictive than popular vices. More>>
Like many activities, social networking sites offer both opportunities and risks for teens, and parents need to help their children use these sites wisely, the academy advises. More>>
The results of a new survey revealing that 10 percent of British men have secretly logged into an online account belonging to their other half also highlight the careless attitude of many when it comes to password management. More>>
It was probably a rather small step for LEGO but it was certainly one giant leap for a LEGO man when he was launched into space by a couple of Canadian teens recently. More>>
The epic battle between bird and pig will spill over to Facebook on February 14. You have been warned. More>>
The results of a new survey suggest owners of Android phones are the most likely to end up in the sack on a first date, while BlackBerry owners are more likely to make do with a beer. More>>
Megaupload's closure has unveiled a valuable lesson: Very few cloud storage services guarantee that your data will remain safe and accessible. And if it doesn't, the loss is your fault, not theirs. More>>
If you've become overwhelmed with the amount of customized, curated content out there, here are a few ways you can get a little impersonal with Google. More>>
The Internet now has 555 million Websites, up from just 255 million at the end of 2010. More>>
Folks might fib more frequently when text messaging, a new study suggests. More>>
You've had months to optionally switch to the Timeline redesign, and now Facebook is ready to usher in the next era of the profile - by force, if necessary. More>>
From Samsung's huge Galaxy Note to Huawei's world's-thinnest phone, Digital Trends recap their favorite smartphones at CES 2012. More>>
From bocce courts to filtered air, the perks of being a Google employee push the company to #1 on Fortune's list of the best companies to work for in America. More>>
In an early sign that the mass online blackout in protest of the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (SOPA) and the "PROTECT IP Act" (PIPA) is working, PIPA co-sponsor Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) has pulled his support for the Senate's controversial anti-piracy bill. More>>
More than 7,000 sites are going "black" to protest the "Stop Online Piracy Act" (SOPA) and the "PROTECT IP Act" (PIPA). Here's everything you need to know. More>>
Words With Friends turned into an international lifesaver recently when a game between two players on different continents uncovered a serious health condition. More>>
Compulsively checking your smartphone may not actually be that smart, British researchers warn. More>>
A small Chinese study suggests that the brains of teenagers who are seemingly addicted to the Internet have abnormal "white matter," the biological insulation that surrounds the wiring between neurons. More>>
Keeping an eye on Internet search traffic about the flu can provide hospital emergency departments with an early warning system about potential surges in seasonal flu cases, a new study suggests. More>>
Between SOPA, NDAA, telecommunications surveillance, and people's willingness to share endlessly via social networking, will 2012 mark the year consumers irreversibly surrender their privacy and freedoms? More>>
HBO retracts discounts on DVDs and Blu-ray to deepen rivalry with Netflix. More>>
While advances in technology certainly help make our daily routines easier both at home and in the office, one lost hiker found out how useful his iPhone could be after getting stuck in the wilderness. More>>
With more and more people hooking up to the Internet, it's never been a better time for online retailers—especially if their customers are wearing beer goggles when they visit. More>>
With millions of holiday shoppers turning to online purchases in order to avoid long lines and heavy traffic at department stores, the extra burden on shipping companies appears to be taking a toll on at least one FedEx driver. More>>
Since Google has an ongoing tradition of altering the logo for special holidays or creating interesting effects with specific searches, the company released a cute effect to go along with the holiday season. More>>
A Swiss slot machine player is about to launch a lawsuit against a casino company after it refused to pay him $57m in winnings, despite the machine signifying that he'd hit the jackpot. Operators of the Austrian casino claimed the win was the result of a "software error."
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Saying mean, terrible, even violent things about someone on Twitter or blogs is free speech protected by the First Amendment, a judge has ruled. More>>
Facebook is using its social-networking prowess to help prevent suicides in the United States and Canada. More>>
Microsoft is giving iOS users 25GB of free cloud storage with the release of its SkyDrive app. More>>
Consumers would much prefer to receive a tablet than a laptop this Christmas, according to the results of a survey, with Apple's iPad coming top of the wishlist. Of course, what they would like to receive and what they actually end up getting (a pair of socks and a new pair of gloves?) is another matter entirely. More>>
DIY designer Samuel Cox combines an eMac shell, Arduino, and Twitter for a high-tech bed for his feline friend. More>>
While more teenagers and college students are utilizing tablets and smartphones in their daily lives, one study finds that students with access to these devices may be studying more often. More>>
While social networks continue to become more entrenched in many aspects of our lives, a percentage of Australians don't seem to mind checking out wall posts and status updates while spending personal time with their partner. More>>
Berna Erol recommends her picks for the best iPhone and iPad accessories for kids including toys from Disney, Lego, and more. More>>
The ultimate zombie survival pad comprises 2,000 square feet, nine underground floors, and can be yours for only $1.75 million. More>>
We list the best Kindle Fire apps and games, including Plants vs. Zombies, Comics, Hulu Plus, and more. More>>
Children with epilepsy do not appear to face an increased risk for seizures while watching 3-D TV, a new German-Austrian study suggests. More>>
Digital Trends has picked their top choices from among the best digital cameras to hit the store shelves this year. More>>
A developer says he has discovered a secret piece of software, which comes installed on all Android, BlackBerry and Nokia handsets, that records all activity performed on the device -- and he has the video to back it up. More>>
It's been 11 years in the making, but inventor Raymond Li is finally bringing his JetLev water-powered jetpack to the commercial market. It costs a few bucks though. More>>
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