New York Times Technology News

Drilling Down: Hinting That It’s Good to Be Bad

August 30, 2010 - 1:51am
In one experiment, college students were more likely to admit they had taken part in questionable activities when an online survey appeared more unprofessional.

Software War Pits Oracle vs. Google

August 30, 2010 - 1:17am
Now used by more big technology companies, open-source software has become a weapon in corporate warfare.

Steve Jobs, Circa 1997, Reintroducing Apple

August 29, 2010 - 2:33pm
A video shows Steven P. Jobs in shorts, introducing a new ad campaign, "Think Different."

No iPod Dock at Denon

August 29, 2010 - 2:20pm
Denon, 100 years old, makes turntables, but not an iPod dock.

A 64-GB Hard Drive the Size of a Stamp

August 29, 2010 - 9:16am
A new hard drive on a chip portends reduced weight and size in portable PCs.

Ping: Neighborly Borrowing, Over the Online Fence

August 29, 2010 - 4:04am
Online start-ups are allowing people to rent out their belongings locally, for a small fee.

Government Takes Closer Look at Google's ITA Acquisition

August 28, 2010 - 12:56pm
The Department of Justice has asked for more information to assess Google's acquisition of ITA Software.

Google Acquires Angstro, a Social Networking Start-Up

August 28, 2010 - 12:50pm
Google continues to build up its social expertise with the acquisition of Angstro.

Sluggish Economy Leads Intel to Cut 3rd-Quarter Guidance

August 28, 2010 - 1:01am
The chip maker said it was seeing “weaker-than-expected demand for consumer PCs in mature markets” like the United States and Europe.

State of the Art: New Kindle Leaves Rivals Farther Back

August 27, 2010 - 9:23pm
Amazon introduces an e-book reader that everyone (except Amazon) calls the Kindle 3. It’s a response to the iPad, with improved E Ink screen technology.

Patient Money: High-Deductible Plans Grow, but Not Everyone Should Get on Board

August 27, 2010 - 9:20pm
More workers are being urged to enroll in plans linked to health savings accounts. Some new rules, however, could be deterrents.

Boxee Builds a Streaming Movie Library, Indies First

August 27, 2010 - 6:33pm
Boxee is going the indie route to stock its streaming movie library.

Six Things Google's Free Phone Service Can't Do (and One It Does Very Well)

August 27, 2010 - 6:27pm
Google Voice Calls, the free Internet phone service, has its limitations.

SideReel Tracks TV Shows Online, Wherever They Are

August 27, 2010 - 4:38pm
A start-up called SideReel is one of several trying to simplify the process of finding television shows to watch online.

Your Brain on Computers: Digital Devices Deprive Brain of Needed Downtime

August 27, 2010 - 3:04pm
Time without digital input can allow people to learn better or come up with new ideas.

Apple Said to Seek Show-Rental Deal

August 27, 2010 - 2:53pm
The News Corporation and the Walt Disney Company are said to be close to deals for iTunes rentals at 99 cents a TV episode.

F.T.C. Drops LimeWire Investigation

August 27, 2010 - 2:34pm
The Federal Trade Commission closes its inquiry of the file-sharing service, LimeWire.

Pulling in That Distant Wi-Fi Signal

August 27, 2010 - 1:19pm
When a distant wireless signal just won't make it to a desired location, a wireless antenna device can help bring it in loud and clear.

Mercedes-Benz to Produce 500 E-Cell A-Class Electric Cars

August 27, 2010 - 11:55am
Mercedes-Benz, as part of its ongoing collaboration with Tesla Motors, will produce 500 battery-powered "E-Cell" versions of its small A-Class.

Ten Photo-Editing Tips From a Pro

August 27, 2010 - 10:50am
Ten easy ways to give your photos a professional polish using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.