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Facebook's new alert system tipped off U.S. State Department officials to an Iranian cyberattack on their email and social media accounts.

Amazon Prime subscribers will look forward to those long flights now that they can binge-watch movies and TV series on flights with JetBlue.

VidMob offers an easy and inexpensive way to transform your raw video clips and photos into shareable memories, adventures, stories, and more.

When the police ask you to say nothing about an ongoing hunt for terrorists in your city, what do you do? Why, post cat pics on Twitter, of course.

Wait, did you remember to start logging your exercise session before you began jogging? Worry no more with automatic logging on your Fitbit Charge HR or Surge.

One in three American families suffers online security lapses caused by a child. Are Americans taking computer security for granted?

Should free email service users be able to block the ads that help pay for the service? Yahoo Mail is testing lock-outs for users who block ads.

If you've upgraded to Windows 10, you can snag many Microsoft apps, movies and music for 10 cents each for the 10 days leading up to Cyber Monday.

Government officials are calling again for 'backdoors' to undermine encryption technology. It's as bad an idea as ever. Here's why.

Google Search has begun indexing Android app content and allowing you to stream apps so you can use them even if they're not installed on your phone.

To improve account security, Amazon began offering two-factor authentication, requiring both your password and a generated security code for new devices.

Have an old monitor or TV gathering dust? With the $85 Google Chromebit, turn it into a full-fledged computer running Chrome OS.

New storage management features on Google's Photos app lets you conveniently back up, delete and store photos on your phone and in the cloud.

Looking for your missing car keys? The TrackR Atlas not only keeps tabs on where your belongings are, but also tells you which room they are in.

Tech companies stepped up after terrorist attacks in Paris with compassion and free services for everyone affected.

Out of minutes? Google's recently updated Google Hangouts app lets you make calls to and receive calls from any number in the U.S. or Canada for free.

Microsoft listened to Xbox One users. The result? A major overhaul of the console, including backward compatibility with Xbox 360 games and more.

Can't remember all those services and products you subscribed to that you don't want anymore? Let Trim help you keep track of them and easily cancel those you don’t want.

Google's new About Me tool offers a convenient way to see and control what personal information Google services shares about you.

Can't get enough news? If you use an iPhone, try Facebook's new Notify app and get news and other topical notifications pushed to your lock screen.

Stream unlimited flicks to your mobile device without eating into your LTE data plan, with T-Mobile's Binge On.

That free Android or iOS app on your phone may be silently sending your sensitive personal data to third-party services without letting you know.

BlackBerry or Android? You no longer have to choose. But can the BlackBerry Priv steal the limelight from other high-end Android phones currently on the market?

The Triby connected speaker makes it easy to call or send messages to the kids at home — and with its magnetic back, it sticks right on the fridge door.

Control your kids' screen time with Circle with Disney, a $100 device that gives you control over every app and device your kids are using.

Looking for the best tvOS apps? Now you can consult Apple TV's new Top Charts to browse Top Paid, Top Free and Top Grossing tvOS apps.

Need better reception at home? Install your own mini cell tower to get LTE coverage for an area of 3,000 square feet using T-Mobile's 4G LTE CellSpot.

Google Inbox's new Smart Reply feature analyzes your email messages and suggests possible replies. All you have to do is choose one and tap Send.

Facebook has quietly let strangers contact you through your Messages "Other" mailbox, now people who aren't your Facebook friends will pop up as Message Requests.

Amazon is adding e-commerce functions to its Fire TV, so you can browse and buy items on your TV. A shopping channel is in the pipeline for next year.

The Snapchat app makes videos more interesting with new filters for playing videos in slow-mo, fast-forward or rewind, among other new features.

Facebook notifications just got more useful with a new update lets you customize your notifications to show timely information important to you.

Garmin launches its first Smart Scale and the new waterproof Garmin Vivosmart HR, its first-ever activity tracker with built-in continuous heart rate monitoring.

Some respected companies don’t seem to be above lying if it means making more sales. These are five of the biggest whoppers we've heard.

Taking Apple's formula but adding new twists to it, Microsoft threw open the doors to its flagship store in Manhattan this week.

Yale has plans to jump to the front of the burgeoning category of smartphone- and smartwatch-controlled door locks and peephole cameras with its Real Living line of security products.

Has your iPhone battery been draining faster than usual lately? Facebook for iOS may be to blame. Find out what you can do to stop the drain.

Facebook's widened search function gives you results from its index of 2 trillion public posts, so you can find posts even from non-friends.

Another reason to feel good about your iPhone: Apple now uses energy from clean and renewable sources to power its China operations.

Fossil's new smartwatch and connected wearables track your activities, show phone notifications and more.

With a YouTube Red subscription, you'll enjoy ad-free videos and music, save and watch content offline and play videos in the background.

The BeON smart LED bulb remembers your lighting routine and uses it to keep burglars away when you're not home. Find out more about this bright idea.

Lenovo focuses on portability with the new Yoga 900 Convertible Laptop and the Yoga Home 900 Portable all-in-one.

Apple has booted more than 250 apps off the App Store after security researchers found that the apps were secretly harvesting personal information from users.

Are you still waiting to receive your smartchip credit card? Scammers are taking advantage of this wave of new card shipments to steal your identity. Follow our tips to keep your personal data safe.

The HTC One A9 may look like an iPhone, but it's no clone. It's packed with Android 6.0, powerful hardware, top-notch audio and an excellent camera.

Apple rolled out big updates to its iWork suite of apps (Pages, Numbers and Keynote) to help you work more efficiently. Find out what's in store for you.

This month, you'll be able to log into your other email accounts from Yahoo Mail, sign in without using a password and more.

If you’re on the AT&T network, you’ll soon be able to answer that incoming call using whatever device you have closest at hand.

Now you can have Siri control your home's door locks and peer through a doorbell videocam to see who's ringing.

With the Universal Media Remote for the Sony PlayStation 4, you won’t need to use your game controller to watch movies using your console.

Want to watch those 4K videos you took with your smartphone? Apple has upgraded the displays on its 21.5-inch and 27-inch iMacs and much more.

Upgrade your Kwikset Kevo smart deadbolt lock to get features that let you control and check the status of your lock from afar.

Facebook is testing new ways solutions to make shopping and product discovery easier. Among them is a dedicated Shopping feed.

Windows 10 is getting a bunch of new features including Skype integration, a smarter Cortana and improvements to the Edge browser.

 The best 4K UHD content streaming from Netflix and others, playable on 4K UHD Blue-ray and eventually broadcast requires one of these Dolby Vision-equipped TVs.

Just bought a new iPhone 6s or 6s Plus? There’s a 50% chance that you got a phone that heats up and drains power faster. Find out if you're affected.

Users of the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus on AT&T can now use Wi-Fi to make calls or send texts even in areas with no cellular coverage.

The new slimmer and lighter Cobra JumPack CPP 8000 can jump-start your car as well as charge your smartphone, tablet or other mobile device.

These fails prove that experts in old world technology often don't have a handle on security in the new, connected world.

Does Amazon's new Etsy-like store for handmade, artisanal products have what it takes to stand out in the handcrafted marketplace?

Verizon is sharing data about your online habits with AOL to create more personalized ads. Should you opt out and keep your supercookie to yourself?

LG is looking to take OLED TV, the best TV tech you can buy, and make it mainstream, with price cuts of 30-45% and an entry level model under $2,000.

Twitter has created a new way to view tweets on breaking news, interesting events and trending topics. 

Don't just throw away your old boarding passes. Find how they can be used to access your personal data and account information.

Are you entitled to part of the $13M LinkedIn is paying to settle a class-action lawsuit that alleges the company spammed people's contacts?

Lights, please: Now you can tell Siri to control the Philips Hue light bulbs in your smart home. Find out what you need for the upgrade.

Find out how the Roku 4 with 4K streaming stacks up against the new Apple TV, Google Chromecast and the new 4K Amazon Fire TV.

The new TiVo Bolt gives you the power of one-button ad-skipping, fast playback, 4K UHD support, fast Wi-Fi, same-network media streaming and more.

After tearing down an iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, DIY repair site iFixit finds new Apple phones are more water-resistant than older models, but not waterproof. 

This electrical outlet plate doubles as an LED night light, is incredibly easy to install and runs on just 10 cents of electricity a year. 

New bugs in Android operating systems let hackers take over your Android if you open a malware-infected music file. Here's what you need to know. 

Advertisers are handing over your email address to Google so it can serve you targeted ads in Google Search, YouTube and Gmail. Here's what you can do.

Owners of older vehicles can have access to most of the latest tech at a price that's rather less than a new car. Here are your options.

With a new directional arrow system, the top-of-the-line Escort Max 360 looks to put a nail in the coffin for Valentine.

Google has launched the first devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the pocketable Nexus 5X and all-metal 5.7-inch Nexus 6P. Here's what to expect from these next-gen Android devices.

Square Trade's testing proves the 6s Plus to more durable than last year's model and other large smartphones. Get the test results.

Noticed that your Apple device running iOS 9 is blazing through your data allotment? Find out if iOS 9’s Wi-Fi Assist feature is the culprit and how to turn it off.

Verizon announced an iPhone upgrade plan that will allow you to get the latest iPhone when it's released every year. Here's what you need to know.

Starting today, September 25, Sprint is offering the16GB iPhone 6s for $1 and the 6s Plus for $5 monthly. Find out how to get the deal.

The new Office 2016 promises better collaboration, useful mobile apps, seamless Windows 10 integration, tighter security and more frequent updates.

To celebrate its Emmy win for Transparent, Amazon is lowering the price of an Amazon Prime membership by $32 this Friday.

The iRobot Roomba 980 is the first robotic vacuum cleaner that can take charge of keeping your whole home clean. Find out how.

39 iPhone and iPad apps on the Apple App Store were found to contain XcodeGhost malware. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself.

Activision goes beyond characters with the latest edition of Skylanders, Skylanders SuperChargers, adding a variety of vehicles explore and race through Skylands. 

The new Move to iOS app for Android lets you easily migrate your contacts, photos, messages and more to a new iPhone or iPad.

Amazon Fire TV and Amazon Fire TV Stick devices both now support ultra high-definition video streaming and Alexa voice search.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says that the social network is close to unveiling a new button that lets you express empathy with a post.

The larger Apple iPhone 6S Plus and new Rose Gold color are proving popular with customers, again causing pre-order shortages.

The Philips Sonicare for Kids app was recently updated to disallow further play with Sparkly following nightly brushings, letting kids get to sleep.

A firmware update to the Jawbone UP fitness tracker line brings automatic sleep tracking and passive heart rate tracking.

Carriers are competing to get your business with great deals on the new iPhone 6S and 6S Plus. Here’s how to get the best price.

Newly discovered security flaws allow hacking group to expose passwords for more than 11 million Ashley Madison users.

The ZTE Mobley attaches to your car's OBD-II port to provide passengers with an AT&T-powered 4G LTE Wi-Fi connection.

Think your TSA-approved luggage lock is securing your luggage? It's not. Find out why and what you can do to protect your valuables.

The DISH Anywhere site now contains Parental Guides with age ratings and content warnings (language, violence, consumerism, etc.) and analysis.

The Android Pay mobile wallet enables NFC pay-by-phone transactions at over 1,000,000 retail locations in the United States.

Apple's iPhone 6S and 6S Plus features an upgraded 12 MP camera, a faster A9 processor, iOS 9, 3D Touch haptics and more.

Apple has enhanced its Apple TV media streamer with advanced game playing capabilities, voice control and touch-pad remote control. 

The new 12.9" Apple iPad Pro features iOS 9, 4 speakers, a 10-hour battery and twice the processing and graphics power as the existing iPad Air 2.