Monday, December 31, 2012

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CNET News


Reddit's visitors skyrocket in 2012 with 37 billion page views

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 06:35 PM PST

Upping its Web presence with high-level "ask me anything" sessions, the social news site racks in hundreds of millions of users and reveals its top 10 posts of 2012. [Read more]

Pirated iOS app store Installous shutters

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 05:34 PM PST

A major source for pirated versions of iOS apps went down for good today, but it's not the end of the world for those with jailbroken iDevices. [Read more]

Instagram kicks off New Year's Eve with worldwide photo stream

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 05:17 PM PST

The photo-sharing social network creates a desktop-optimized stream that displays how users around the globe -- from Dakar to Dublin to Doha -- are ringing in the New Year. [Read more]

Crossfade preventing play count updates in iTunes 11

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 04:08 PM PST

If your iTunes 11 installation will not update play counts, then its crossfade feature may be to blame. [Read more]

Unlock your Hyundai with a tap of your smartphone by 2015

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 03:07 PM PST

An NFC-enabled smartphone is the key to the Hyundai Connectivity Concept, both unlocking its doors and powering its infotainment system via MirrorLink. [Read more]

Red and brown Samsung Galaxy Note 2 discovered in Korea

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 03:03 PM PST

In addition to Marble White and Titanium Gray, the "phablet" has been spotted in Korea sporting two new colors. [Read more]

How Google turned employees into philanthropists in 2012

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 03:01 PM PST

A new effort that used technology to boost giving resulted in big donations to hunger-related charities this holiday season. [Read more]

Amazon apologizes for Netflix's Christmas Eve streaming outage

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 02:49 PM PST

Amazon Web Services explains that the disruption occurred when data was accidentally deleted from the traffic apportion system. [Read more]

Library Web sites see boost in mobile traffic

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 02:23 PM PST

Tech companies aren't the only ones that should invest in mobile. Study finds mobile users accessed library Web sites twice as much this year compared with 2009. [Read more]

'Dystextia': Muddled texts can signal stroke, doctors say

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 01:33 PM PST

While anyone who texts has probably sent or received weirdly illegible messages at some point, Harvard researchers point to garbled texts as one possible indicator of neurological problems. [Read more]

See-through speaker system is a real looker

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 01:04 PM PST

Audio systems shouldn't just sound good, they should look good, too. The Transparent Speaker system plays it low key with a glass design that lets a room's decor shine through. [Read more]

Infiniti teases Q50, an update to the G sedan

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 12:52 PM PST

The Detroit auto show will see a new Infiniti model replacing the current G sedan. [Read more]

Microsoft issues fix for IE flaw that could allow PC hijack

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 12:12 PM PST

One-click workaround designed to prevent attackers from gaining control of vulnerable Web browsers. [Read more]

Falcon Pro updates, integrates YouTube API

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 12:11 PM PST

The Falcon Pro Twitter client for Android continues to get better with a notable update just before the new year. [Read more]

Facebook revives NYE message service after security fix

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 11:57 AM PST

Social network temporarily turns off "Midnight Delivery" because users were able to view others' private messages and photos. It's up now, but may not be working for everyone. [Read more]

Geek pasties turn 'Star Trek,' Grumpy Cat into bosom buddies

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 11:47 AM PST

Shake your geek thing with sequined pasties that show your devotion to science fiction, comics, casual games, and cat memes. [Read more]

The best money-saving tips of 2012

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 11:18 AM PST

Get a refresher course on the secrets of cheap Apple gear, the most affordable smartphone ever, saving money on just about everything you buy online, and more. [Read more]

Concept tire uses color coding to monitor treadwear

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 11:11 AM PST

If the Discolor Tyre concept tire turns orange, then it's time for a new set. [Read more]

How do I keep my iPhone from overheating on a long road trip?

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 11:06 AM PST

CNET reader Meghan asks Sharon for her advice on keeping her iPhone cool during a long road trip to Comic-Con. Here's what she suggests. [Read more]

ZTE Wombat from T-Mobile makes its way to FCC

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 10:58 AM PST

FCC filings for the ZTE Wombat reveal it will be a T-Mobile candy bar handset with an onboard keyboard. [Read more]

BMW cars to get LTE Wi-Fi

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 10:44 AM PST

BMW offers a new wireless data adapter with LTE speeds for its cars. [Read more]

Typical Mac user is a freckly, glasses-wearing gal

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 10:44 AM PST

Statistics and surveys meld together to form an unscientific composite of data showing what the typical Mac user looks like. Spoiler alert: Bangs aren't popular. [Read more]

BlackBerry 10 device appears at FCC

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 10:40 AM PST

A new BlackBerry 10 product, model RFH121LW, has arrived at the FCC. [Read more]

SkyDrive, Google Maps and other iOS app faves of 2012

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 09:57 AM PST

The top picks from CNET blogger Lance Whitney include games, productivity software, and a couple of navigation apps to help you find your way around. [Read more]

How Best Buy can learn from B&H Photo

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 09:27 AM PST

New York's top photography store provides a clinic on how to sell tech gear. [Read more]