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UK surveillance could yield window into lives

(AP) -- British officials have given their word: "We won't read your emails."

Technology / Internet

created May 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Two ground-nesting birds eavesdrop on chipmunk chatter to find safe neighborhoods

(PhysOrg.com) -- Ground-nesting birds face an uphill struggle to successfully rear their young, with many eggs and chicks falling prey to predators.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Jun 23, 2011 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (5) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Britain planning new Internet snooping laws

The British government wants to expand its powers to monitor email exchanges and website visits, The Sunday Times newspaper reported.

Technology / Internet

created Apr 01, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (10) | comments 26

US drivers see texting risks but still do it: survey

Most young US drivers believe that texting and phone use at the wheel is dangerous, but many do it anyway, a survey showed Tuesday.

Technology / Other

created May 08, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Phone call emotion analyzer is a winner (w/ Video)

(PhysOrg.com) -- An Israeli company, eXaudios Technologies, has developed a software application that automatically analyzes the intonation and volume of a person’s speech in real time and translates it into statements and ...

Technology / Software

created Mar 25, 2010 | popularity 3.2 / 5 (5) | comments 3 report

Smart phones offer users a way to ditch pricey voice plans

Your monthly cell phone bill is way too expensive. No, it's not the fees or taxes or even text messages that are leaching your wallet. It's your voice plan.

Technology / Telecom

created Mar 17, 2010 | popularity 4.1 / 5 (9) | comments 1

Cisco challenges Microsoft takeover of Skype in EU

Networking company Cisco said Wednesday that it is challenging Microsoft's $8.5 billion takeover of Skype at the European Union's top court to ensure Microsoft won't block other video conferencing services.

Technology / Business

created Feb 15, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Gov't sues AT&T over Internet calls

(AP) -- The Justice Department has sued to recover millions of dollars from AT&T Corp., alleging the company improperly billed the government for services that are designed for use by the deaf and hard-of-hearing who place ...

Technology / Internet

created Mar 22, 2012 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 5

I know something you don't know -- and I will tell you

Researchers found that wild chimpanzees monitor the information available to other chimpanzees and inform their ignorant group members of danger.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Dec 29, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (4) | comments 11 | with audio podcast

Apple's got its eye on mobile games

In the eye of the typical beholder, Apple's iPhone is simply a popular device, great for fun, on-the-go applications-and phone calls.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Jul 17, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Google preparing to steer more telephone traffic

(AP) -- Internet search leader Google Inc. is preparing to steer more telephone traffic through an online command center that it acquired nearly two years ago.

Technology / Internet

created Mar 12, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Skype debuts on PlayStation Vita game handsets

Skype made its debut Tuesday on PlayStation Vita, making its leading Internet video or voice calling service available on Sony's sophisticated videogame handset.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Apr 24, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Facebook unveils Skype video calling (Update 2)

Facebook added Skype video calling on Wednesday in the face of a direct challenge from powerhouse rival Google in the social networking arena.

Technology / Internet

created Jul 06, 2011 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Google plugs free PC-to-phone calling into e-mail

(AP) -- Google is adding a new e-mail feature that may persuade more people to cut the cords on their landline phones.

Technology / Internet

created Aug 25, 2010 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (13) | comments 2

Looks can't kill but might control your phone

(AP) -- The advent of wireless headsets has led to the sometimes confusing sight of people who look like they're talking to themselves, until you realize they're on a phone call.

Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation

created Feb 17, 2010 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (6) | comments 0