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Police departments around the country have begun using StarChase GPS projectiles to help safely end high-speed pursuits.

Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-WV) filed the Consumer Choice in Video Act, a pro-net neutrality bill that prohibits ISPs from slowing access to competitors' content.

The Amazon PlayStation Network Store is an alternative marketplace for digital downloads for your PS3, PS4 and PS Vita.

New reports suggest that college-bound high school seniors need to pay close attention to their social media profiles, especially during admission season.

Typhoon Haiyan (aka Typhoon Yolanda) has caused utter devastation to the Philippines. Here's how you can help the search and recovery effort.

New technology from Duke University allows WiFi waves to be harvested from the air and converted into usable energy.

Mobile security app Lookout will be installed on all new Android smartphones sold through AT&T, the company announced on its blog today.

Apple will soon launch an in-store repair program capable of inexpensive part, battery and screen replacements, a report from 9to5Mac says.

Riddell's new InSite Impact Response System helmet tech monitors the frequency of hits taken by young players, thereby reducing head injuries.

Gratafy lets you buy and send your friend drinks, appetizers, or even a meal at local restaurants using just their email or phone number.

Google Helpouts offers one-on-one time with handymen, doctors, and teachers at affordable per-minute rates, and in some cases, for free.

Gadget repair website iFixit praises the new Google Nexus 5 smartphone for its modular design and the ease in which easily broken parts can be replaced.

If you solve relationship issues using text messages, you could be causing more harm than good, Brigham Young University research shows.

A new YouGov study of European smartphone owners shows that some parents are neglecting their kids in favor of their smartphone.

Be careful with that new iPad Air: According to website iFixitit, excess glue makes Apple's newest tablet a dicey and fragile repair.

Looking for the perfect gift for the holidays? Check out the Techlicious Top Picks at Best Buy!

Amazon's new Kindle First program offers Amazon Prime customers one free e-book every month ahead of its official release date.

Hate the standard 2-year cell phone contract? You may want to consider a switch to Google's new $349 off-contract Nexus 5.

The FAA has relaxed its rules prohibiting electronics during takeoff, opening the way for airlines to start allowing their use as early as November 1.

Not content to only track your likes, personal data, and browsing history, social network Facebook may soon start tracking your cursor position.

U.S. pediatricians say kids are spending too much time with technology, urging parents to create a "family media use plan."

An Android-powered Google smart watch will rely heavily on the Google Now service, the Wall Street Journal reports.

The 8- and 10-inch Yoga Tablet, Lenovo's newest Android devices, offer a built-in stand to accommodate three different operating modes.

The curved design of the LG G Flex improves sound quality and helps it fit better in your rear pocket, according to its manufacturer.

Security industry professionals criticize LinkedIn's new Intro mail service for routing all your private emails through the company's servers.

A new analysis from Mother Jones shows each state's law on texting while driving - including one state where texting can land you in jail for a year.

FON's new Fonera router lets you share a piece of the world's largest WiFi network, all with a simple Facebook login.

A new marketing survey by Piper Jaffray reveals that teens' preference for Facebook has declined significantly over the last year.

The new TiVo Roamio line of DVRs allows live TV and recorded content to be streamed directly to your iOS device ... with a catch.

If you're looking for the look and feel of the Samsung Galaxy S4 in a smaller package, the less expensive Galaxy S4 Mini may be just the thing.

T-Mobile announced today that it will offer free 4G LTE data to anyone who brings an LTE-enabled tablet to the carrier.

A coming change to the Android YouTube app will let you listen to videos even when you're using other apps or your screen is shut off.

A solid tablet brought down by the decision to saddle it with the cumbersome Windows RT operating system.

A controversial video showing a Mexican woman being beheaded for adultery will continue to be shared on Facebook, the company says.

If you want free shipping on Amazon, be prepared to shop: The site has just upped the minimum needed to qualify for Free Super Saver Shipping.

Meet Apple's two newest tablets: The super-slim and lightweight iPad Air and the high-res iPad mini with Retina display.

Apple's latest operating system, OS X 10.9 Mavericks, is a free download for anyone who currently owns a Mac.

Online dating, once a refuge for the nerdiest amongst us, has gone mainstream according to a new Pew Internet poll.

A dangerous new Trojan called CryptoLocker holds your files for $300 ransom, making them permanently inaccessible unless you pay up quick.

If you find 4G LTE tablet plans to be prohibitively expensive, AT&T's new tablet day pass option may be just the right size for your wallet.

The new Microsoft Remote Desktop app allows you to connect to Windows 8.1 Pro PCs directly from your iOS or Android smartphone.

Glow is an iOS app that helps track ovulation cycles, activity levels, and food you eat to help optimize your chance at conceiving a baby.

A warning to parents of kids who use Facebook: Teenagers are now permitted to set posts and pictures to "public" on the social network.

The wait is over: Windows 8.1 is now available for free download for all current Windows 8 users.

Two new computers from Dell, the XPS 11 and the Venue 11 Pro, take different approaches to computing versatility and portability.

Good news for residents of New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles: Your top 4G LTE smartphone download speed just doubled.

A new big data facility in Oakland, CA is storing information collected via a network of 1,000+ city-owned cameras and sensors to fight crime.

Telemarketers who contact you without permission via robocall or SMS text could have to pay stiff penalties under a new law taking effect today.

The new Baby Brezza Formula Pro mixes the perfect bottle of baby formula heated to body temperature, all at the simple touch of a button.

How soon is too soon when it comes to letting your kids use tech unsupervised? A new Microsoft survey reveals what modern parents think.

Netflix is in talks with Comcast to bring its streaming video on demand service directly to your set top cable box.

A new study by mobile firm SOASTA reveals that 84% of smartphone owners do the same thing when we wake up in the morning. Can you guess what?

HTC took its flagship HTC One phone and supersized it. Meet the HTC One Max, a massive 5.9" phablet running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

Do you use Google+ or use Google Maps to rate businesses? Watch out: Starting Nov. 11, your face could be used in advertisements to your friends.

The new Login and Pay with Amazon service now lets you use your Amazon credentials to complete transactions around the web.

A new study conducted by the University of Rostock shows that fitness trackers like the Fitbit could soon help diagnose dementia and Alzheimer's.

Nest's second commercial product, the Nest Protect, brings connected home technology to the smoke and carbon monoxide detector.

After less than a month of disappointing sales, major retailers have begun cutting their price on the new Apple iPhone 5C.

What's the best way to protect a brand new $650 smartphone? With an easily damaged $10,000 solid gold case, of course.

From a stolen shipment of worthless tablets to a $45 million ATM heist, these are 4 of the most daring, big money, high-tech heists we've ever seen.

The FiLIP Smartwatch is a simple, pared down communicator for kids featuring a trusted contacts list for calls and the ability to receive text messages.

Instagram just announced that advertisements will be coming to the social network "in the next couple months."

Target announced the launch of brightspot, its new prepaid phone plan that offers T-Mobile-level service for as low as $35 per month.

OKCupid now lets you filter unattractive people from your search results for a monthly fee that varies based on your own looks and body type.

With the release of Windows 8.1 approaching, Microsoft has made the latest update to its flagship operating system available for pre-order for $119.

A newly discovered exploit in Microsoft's Windows Explorer browser is being actively used by hackers to compromise computers, experts say.

Facebook just increased the power of its Graph Search, now letting you search conversational topics to find individual posts and status updates.

After much controversy, ObamaCare health insurance exchanges are now open for business. Here's how to apply online.

Ustyme keeps your kids' attention during long video chats by integrating e-books and tablet gaming into the experience.

Evite Ink combines the ease of an electronic invitation with real, printed and USPS-mailed cards, helping to keep grandma in the loop.

A new poll from the Pew Research Center suggests that a majority of Americans love putting their own names into search engines.

Netflix is no longer saving its 1080p high-definition content for the limited number of subscribers whose ISPs signed on to Netflix Open Connect.

Typo prone? No worries -- Facebook now lets you edit posts after you make them, keeping a log of all your changes.

Surprise, surprise: Users of newly recycled Yahoo email accounts are getting sensitive communications meant for their previous owners.

A major security exploit involving Siri has been discovered that lets bad guys sneak around your iOS 7 lock screen. Thankfully, there's an easy fix.

Twitter Alerts, the social network's newest feature, will keep you up-to-date about crises in your area via SMS and push notifications to your phone.

Choosing a new Roku streaming media device has never been easier.

A new California law lets teenagers request the deletion of any of their personal and private information that they've posted to the Internet.

The new Verizon 4G LTE Router with Voice lets you bring your home phone and Share Everything data plan anywhere – at a cost.

Target Ticket is a new streaming video marketplace that aims to be a family-friendly destination for movie purchase and rental.

Amazon's new Kindle Fire HDX line of tablets feature ultra high-res screens, powerful processors and a 24/7/365 streaming help line.

A total of 19 firms have been caught a New York Attorney General sting operation targeting fraudulent Yelp reviews.

NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the creation of 91 "Texting Zone" locations on state thruways that offer a safe place for motorists to text.

If iPhone cord tangles are a common frustration, design firm Nice has a cute solution: A colorful, fish-shaped organizer named Goldie.

If getting your kids to brush is a nighttime battle, the Oral-B app may help them put in the required tooth-cleaning time.

How does the iPhone 5C and iPhone 5S rank in terms of breakability? Not very well, according to phone insurer SquareTrade.

Hewlett Packard's Envy 17 Leap Motion Special Edition laptop offers touchscreen functionality without need of an actual touchscreen.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says his company's cars will possess self-driving technology in 2016.

With app store file sizes growing by the day, Apple has raised the limit on how much you can download over-the-air when not connected to WiFi.

The Honeywell Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat with Voice Control gives you plenty of powerful home-automation options, all a short spoken phrase away.

Greentoe helps you negotiate the best price for tech items like cameras, AV equipment, appliances and more.

Popular video sharing network YouTube will be making its content available for offline viewing this November.

Join us Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT as we chat about how to save time and become better organized using your smartphone.

Turn off iMessage before getting rid of your old iPhone, or your next phone may not be able to receive texts from other iPhones for 30 days.

Porch is a massive home contractor data repository that helps you make the right hiring decision for your next home improvement project.

If you've been holding on to an iPhone 3G or older iPod touch, Apple is finally giving you the ability to update your apps.

Researchers can now edit an always-on video recording of a person's life down to a small, easy to watch summary of important life events.

Facebook Credits are dead! Long live local currency payments!

Videos uploaded to Facebook will now start playing on their own as you scroll by them in your news feed, the company announced.

Online game marketplace Steam is testing a Family Sharing program that lets you loan your downloaded games to friends when you're not playing them.