BBC News - Technology
Call to check on mobile security Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:31:48 +0000
Owners of mobile phones are being asked to test the security of their network to see if enough is being done to stop eavesdropping.
Owners of mobile phones are being asked to test the security of their network to see if enough is being done to stop eavesdropping.
UK troops use iPad app for fire mission training Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:37:19 +0000
Newsbeat's had an exclusive look at new training being given to UK soldiers at the Royal School of Artillery in Wiltshire.
Newsbeat's had an exclusive look at new training being given to UK soldiers at the Royal School of Artillery in Wiltshire.
Facebook data hoarder speaks out Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:40:36 +0000
Security researcher Ron Bowes tells BBC News why he collected and published the personal details of 100m Facebook users.
Security researcher Ron Bowes tells BBC News why he collected and published the personal details of 100m Facebook users.
Chip sales boost Samsung profits Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:25:52 +0000
Samsung Electronics reports record quarterly profits thanks to higher sales of smartphones and components such as memory chips.
Samsung Electronics reports record quarterly profits thanks to higher sales of smartphones and components such as memory chips.
Google cleared of wi-fi snooping Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:48:34 +0000
No "significant" personal data was grabbed by Google when it snooped on wi-fi networks, says the UK data protection office.
No "significant" personal data was grabbed by Google when it snooped on wi-fi networks, says the UK data protection office.
Amazon offers new look UK Kindle Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:00:33 +0000
Online retailer Amazon launches its popular Kindle e-reader into the UK market for the first time, with a new look and more books.
Online retailer Amazon launches its popular Kindle e-reader into the UK market for the first time, with a new look and more books.
Nintendo game copiers 'illegal' Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:10:50 +0000
A High Court has ruled that devices that allow gamers to play pirated video games on the Nintendo DS console are illegal in the UK.
A High Court has ruled that devices that allow gamers to play pirated video games on the Nintendo DS console are illegal in the UK.
Government's £6m web search bill Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:29:17 +0000
Four government departments spent almost £6m ensuring their websites appeared on search engine results pages, new figures show.
Four government departments spent almost £6m ensuring their websites appeared on search engine results pages, new figures show.
Legal action on 'zombie cookies' Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:39:54 +0000
Lawsuit filed in San Francisco district court after firms resurrected deleted browser cookies.
Lawsuit filed in San Francisco district court after firms resurrected deleted browser cookies.
State of global internet revealed Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:27:03 +0000
Asian countries top the charts when it comes to internet speeds, according to a global survey by network giant Akamai.
Asian countries top the charts when it comes to internet speeds, according to a global survey by network giant Akamai.
Facebook makes move into search Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:42:56 +0000
Facebook has made its first steps into the search market with the launch a servcie that allows users to quiz the site's 500m members.
Facebook has made its first steps into the search market with the launch a servcie that allows users to quiz the site's 500m members.
Hybrid supercar to go on sale Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:07:54 +0000
Porsche has confirmed it'll make a limited number of a new hybrid supercar it's been developing.
Porsche has confirmed it'll make a limited number of a new hybrid supercar it's been developing.
Online etiquette Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:30:11 +0000
Nothing said online is really private, says Bill Thompson
Nothing said online is really private, says Bill Thompson
Step away from the iPod Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:18:10 +0000
Banning technology from classrooms is unlikely to solve any problems, thinks Bill Thompson.
Banning technology from classrooms is unlikely to solve any problems, thinks Bill Thompson.
Building the Networked World Fri, 4 Jun 2010 16:08:34 +0000
Open software, fast broadband and a narrower digital divide. Europe lays out its digital agenda.
Open software, fast broadband and a narrower digital divide. Europe lays out its digital agenda.
Facebook battles privacy and profit Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:06:43 +0000
Is the social network's pursuit of short-term profits risking its long-term survival?
Is the social network's pursuit of short-term profits risking its long-term survival?
Websites take on bogus reviewers Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:40:54 +0000
Search engines and websites are seeking ways to beat spammers who post fake reviews
Search engines and websites are seeking ways to beat spammers who post fake reviews
Gadgets embraced by Wimbledon Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:55:12 +0000
How the oldest tennis tournament and its fans are embracing modern technology.
How the oldest tennis tournament and its fans are embracing modern technology.
Hi-tech help for disaster zones Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:10:45 +0000
How technology has ushered in a new era for aid work in disaster zones
How technology has ushered in a new era for aid work in disaster zones
New era for African independence Mon, 31 May 2010 08:30:28 +0000
Programmers, developers and software makers herald a new era of African independence.
Programmers, developers and software makers herald a new era of African independence.
Can someone download a doctor? Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:13:23 +0000
Afridoctor offers personal medical advice and emergency distress service via mobile phone.
Afridoctor offers personal medical advice and emergency distress service via mobile phone.
View from the end of the world Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:15:50 +0000
Photographers and film-makers capture their 3-D views of the corners of virtual worlds
Photographers and film-makers capture their 3-D views of the corners of virtual worlds
Girl Geeks: Women in tech on top Fri, 7 May 2010 08:31:14 +0000
Are women happy being known as geeks?
Are women happy being known as geeks?
Ash cloud passengers publish zine Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:52:06 +0000
The volcanic ash cloud that shut down British airspace, leaving thousands of travellers stranded also brought many strangers together digitally to create a silver lining.
The volcanic ash cloud that shut down British airspace, leaving thousands of travellers stranded also brought many strangers together digitally to create a silver lining.
On a mission with the rocket men Wed, 14 Jul 2010 07:04:30 +0000
In our series about makers and hackers, we look at the world of amateur rocket-makers.
In our series about makers and hackers, we look at the world of amateur rocket-makers.
Resurrecting Victorian technology Thu, 27 May 2010 10:14:43 +0000
The release of an album on wax cylinder inspired us to try to make a phonograph to play it.
The release of an album on wax cylinder inspired us to try to make a phonograph to play it.
Robots and gaming at hi-tech school Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:00:37 +0000
Robot and video game design classes are par for the course at San Diego's High Tech High.
Robot and video game design classes are par for the course at San Diego's High Tech High.
Accessing content under the radar Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:55:38 +0000
Click looks at how people are using proxy servers and VPNs to access restricted content on the internet, and bypass geographical borders.
Click looks at how people are using proxy servers and VPNs to access restricted content on the internet, and bypass geographical borders.
Who will win the 3D TV war? Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:35:59 +0000
Some of the biggest names in Japan's technology industry report earnings later today and the likes of Panasonic and Sony are betting on 3D to drive sales of new TVs, DVD players and camcorders.
Some of the biggest names in Japan's technology industry report earnings later today and the likes of Panasonic and Sony are betting on 3D to drive sales of new TVs, DVD players and camcorders.
The man with the keys to the web Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:11:29 +0000
A British computer expert has been entrusted with part of a digital key, to help restart the internet in the event of a major catastrophe. Paul Kane talked to Eddie Mair on Radio 4's PM programme about what he might be called upon to do in an international online emergency.
A British computer expert has been entrusted with part of a digital key, to help restart the internet in the event of a major catastrophe. Paul Kane talked to Eddie Mair on Radio 4's PM programme about what he might be called upon to do in an international online emergency.
Gamers try out Nintendo 3DS Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:06:13 +0000
Two Newsbeat listeners, Neil and Melanie, have been given a sneak preview of Nintendo's new hand-held console the 3DS.
Two Newsbeat listeners, Neil and Melanie, have been given a sneak preview of Nintendo's new hand-held console the 3DS.
HTC makes first foray into China Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:06:20 +0000
One of the world's top designers of smartphones, Taiwan's HTC, has announced it is moving into the Chinese market for the first time.
One of the world's top designers of smartphones, Taiwan's HTC, has announced it is moving into the Chinese market for the first time.
Can you crack the cyber-crime code? Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:45:52 +0000
A Britain's Got Talent style competition is being held to find UK's finest IT workers.
A Britain's Got Talent style competition is being held to find UK's finest IT workers.
Space age sub explores slick Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:22:47 +0000
David Shukman takes a dive in a research sub as it investigates the effects of the oil spill on the Gulf of Mexico's coral reefs.
David Shukman takes a dive in a research sub as it investigates the effects of the oil spill on the Gulf of Mexico's coral reefs.
Why women gamers are big business Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:19:59 +0000
Almost half the people who play computers games in Britain are women, but they often prefer a different type of game to men.
Almost half the people who play computers games in Britain are women, but they often prefer a different type of game to men.
Life among the cyber-elite Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:50:31 +0000
Web entrepreneur Joi Ito speaks about his life and career.
Web entrepreneur Joi Ito speaks about his life and career.
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