Facebook Tweaks News Feed and Leaks Inner Workings
Facebook announces the latest changes to its news feed algorithm while also offering a peek into the inner workings of how your timeline is determined. The Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman has the lowdown.
7m Jun 29, 2016
7m
Twitter Tweaks the Sticker Game
Twitter has a brand a new feature that lets users add virtual stickers to the pictures they post -- but with a unique twist that separates it from other social media platforms. WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the lowdown.
5m Jun 29, 2016
5m
Airbnb Serves San Francisco ...With a Lawsuit
Airbnb is seeking an injunction to prevent San Francisco from issuing fines for unregistered listings, marking the the first time the company has sued any of the 34,000 cities where it operates. The Wall Street Journal's Douglas MacMillan has the lowdown.
7m Jun 28, 2016
7m
YouTube Finally Launches LIVE Mobile Video
Despite the fact YouTube has the biggest video presence on the web, it had yet to dive into the mobile live streaming world -- until now. WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the latest details.
6m Jun 28, 2016
6m
Amazon Adds New Dash Buttons. Will Folks Use Them?
Amazon plans to add dozens of new push-to-buy Dash Buttons this week, despite the trouble these devices have had catching on. The Wall Street Journal's Sharon Terlep discusses the newest roll-out of options, and whether this could one day be the future of shopping.
6m Jun 27, 2016
6m
Amazon's New Kindle is $80 and Reads to You Again
Amazon unveiled a new version of its entry-level Kindle that's $80, thinner, lighter and bringing back a key feature of the blind -- bluetooth audio support. Personal tech editor for the Wall Street Journal Wilson Rothman has more.
7m Jun 27, 2016
7m
No More Surprises: Uber Revamps Its App
Surge pricing has long been controversial for Uber, but the ride hailing company says its new app will improve transparency, offering "no math and no surprises." The Wall Street Journal's Douglas MacMillan has the latest details.
5m Jun 24, 2016
5m
Read Ebooks? Apple May Owe You Some Money
After a court ruled that Apple is liable for conspiring to fix ebook prices, consumers are finally getting their money back. WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the details.
5m Jun 24, 2016
5m
Tesla Wants to Marry SolarCity; Investors Want Out
Investors are questioning whether Elon Musk's $2.86 billion plan to combine Tesla Motors and SolarCity is a smart idea. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Ramsey has the latest.
7m Jun 23, 2016
7m
How Today's Tech Infused Homes Impact Family Life
Today's digital technology has trunred out homes into a digital rec rooms. As this trend increasese, how does our reliance on technology and digital devices impact family life? Stacy DeBroff, CEO of Influence Central, breaks down the company's latest findings.
7m Jun 23, 2016
7m
iPhones See Subtle, Controversial Changes in Fall
Apple will unveil some subtle changes to the iPhone this fall. The Wall Street Journal's Daisuke Wakabayashi discusses its shift in gears, and hints at what's in store for 2017, which marks the 10th anniversary of the original iPhone.
6m Jun 22, 2016
6m
Google Finds the Cure to Your Self-Diagnosis Fails
WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles talks about a new feature from Alphabet's Google called "symptom search," aimed at providing better answers to our medical symptom searches.
6m Jun 22, 2016
6m
Slither.io Goes Viral: Meet the New App Addiction
The Wall Street Journal's Sarah E. Needlman discusses how the mobile gaming app Slither.io went from a small startup to being downloaded more than 68 million times across mobile devices.
5m Jun 21, 2016
5m
A Robot Makeover: Meet the Newest Droids
The Wall Street Journal's Georgia Wells discusses the emerging world of robot interaction, what droid designers are doing to protect bots from "robot abuse," and how they're making these droids more approachable.
8m Jun 21, 2016
8m
The OnePlus 3: An Answer to the $700 Smartphone?
The OnePlus 3, the latest value phone on the Android circuit poses a direct challenge to full-priced giants despite its low price. Will paying $700 for an smartphone become a thing of the past? Personal tech editor Wilson Rothman has the review.
7m Jun 20, 2016
7m
Apple Wants to Sneak a Peek at Your Daily Habits
Apple wants to garner insight into users' behavior -- but can it do so without violating its privacy pledges? The Wall Street Journal's Robert McMillan explains how a new tech called "differential privacy" makes this possible.
6m Jun 17, 2016
6m
Own a Sony Laptop? They May Need That Battery Back
Sony has recalled 1,700 Panasonic battery packs used in Vaio Laptops. Own one? Wall Street Journal reporter Josh Beckerman has the lowdown on what to do next.
4m Jun 16, 2016
4m
Meet the New Siri: The Key to Apple's Future?
At the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple teased Siri's new and enhanced bag of tricks. But will new features and software tweaks be enough to off-set five years of Siri-fails? The Wall Street Journal's personal tech columnist Geoffrey Fowler has more.
7m Jun 16, 2016
7m
Nintendo Teases the New 'Legend of Zelda' at E3
Nintendo showed off a playable version of "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" -- instead of its anticipated NX videogame system at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. The perfect distraction? Wall Street Journal reporter Sarah E. Needleman has the latest.
6m Jun 15, 2016
6m
Why You Might Want to Reconsider an Apple Watch
WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles talks about the newest improvements to Apple's new Watch software, watchOS 3, and why it's one step closer to being a true wearable computing device.
6m Jun 15, 2016
6m
Xbox Users Can Find Safety from Abuse in Clubs
Videogaming harassment and abuse is widespread. Jay Greene of the Wall Street Journal says by the end of the year, Microsoft will let Xbox users create their own virtual spaces called Clubs, giving players the ability to form groups of gamers and control their membership.
6m Jun 14, 2016
6m
How to Cheat Fitbit at Your Next Fitness Challenge
With fitness challenges becoming all the rage at the office lately, some folks are using their Fitbit to cheat their way to victory. The Wall Street Journal's Rachel Bachman has the details.
5m Jun 14, 2016
5m
Apple WWDC 2016: What You Need to Know
At Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference Monday, the company announced updates to a number of platforms including iOS 10, Siri for Mac and a new iMessage. WSJD's Brian Fitzgerald has the recap.
10m Jun 13, 2016
10m
Alphabet's Google Wants to Ditch Internet Cables
The Wall Street Journal's Jack Nicas discusses the latest game plan from Alphabet's Google to wirelessly connect homes to the internet -- using new tech that's less expensive than laying cables.
6m Jun 13, 2016
6m
Samsung Unveils Two Fitness Wearables
Samsung unveiled two new fitness-focused wearables: the Gear Fit2 smartwatch and the innovative Gear IconX earbuds. The Wall Street Journal's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the story from San Francisco.
3m Jun 10, 2016
3m
Can Changes to Apple App Store Appease Developers?
Wall street Journal reporter Daisuke Wakabayashi discusses Apple's new plans to keep app developers happy by implementing a series of changes to its App Store.
5m Jun 09, 2016
5m
Unproductive Workers? Bosses Blame Smartphones
Hang up and work! A new CareerBuilder survey finds more than half of employers think mobile phones are to blame for their workers' lack of productivity. CareerBuilder senior career advisor Michael Erwin has the survey's details.
5m Jun 09, 2016
5m
Blizzard to Add Facebook Login and Other Features
Activision plans to allow its Blizzard PC customers to live-stream gaming sessions on Facebook as part of the company's latest move to jump on the growing mainstream interest in so-called e-sports.
6m Jun 08, 2016
6m
Mark Zuckerberg's Social Media Accounts Hacked
The Facebook CEO's Twitter and Pinterest accounts were taken over in recent days because he reused a password stolen from his LinkedIn account. Wall Street Journal Reporter Robert McMillan tells us what we can learn from Mark Zuckerberg's ordeal.
5m Jun 08, 2016
5m
Cadillac Bets on Virtual Dealerships
The Wall Street Journal's Christina Rogers says General Motors' Cadillac division plans to convert a portion of its dealerships to virtual reality showrooms. It's a bid by Cadillac to embrace sophisticated technology and lower its overhead.
6m Jun 07, 2016
6m
More Homes Adding Electric Car Charging Stations
The Wall Street Journal's Leigh Kamping-Carder says that as electric vehicles become more popular, a growing number of homeowners and real-estate developers are installing home car-charging stations.
5m Jun 06, 2016
5m
Wal-Mart Tests Grocery Delivery With Uber and Lyft
Wal-Mart is continuing its efforts at competing head on with Amazon. Reporter Sarah Nassauer covers retail and consumer trends for The Wall Street Journal and she joins us with the latest on the retail giant's plans to take on AmazonFresh.
4m Jun 03, 2016
4m
Airbnb's New Neighbor-Complaint Tool
Home-sharing service Airbnb has been around since 2008. But it's just now launching a new section on its web site so that people living nearby can complain about their Airbnb neighbors. The Wall Street Journal's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the story.
4m Jun 03, 2016
4m
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Expects Apple Car by 2020
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the market for electrical vehicles is big enough for multiple competitors. Wall Street Journal Reporter Greg Bensinger provides insight on this and the race for self-driving vehicles.
4m Jun 02, 2016
4m
Microsoft Makes Available Virtual-Reality Software
The jockeying for position in the VR market continues among tech giants and Microsoft wants hardware and software makers to use its Windows Holographic as the foundation. Reporter Jay Green writes about Microsoft for The Wall Street Journal.
4m Jun 02, 2016
4m
Watch Movies in a Hotel Without Waking the Kids
Summer travel plans for parents of young children often include looking for things to do in the hotel room after the kids fall asleep. Wall Street Journal Editor Michael Hsu has some tips for couples trying to watch a movie without waking the kids.
3m Jun 01, 2016
3m
The Biggest Mistakes CEOs Make With Facebook
Facebook provides a lot of opportunity for chief executives, but also some special challenges. Wall Street Journal Contributor Alexandra Samuel is the author of "Working Smarter with Social Media" and she joins us with some tips.
7m May 31, 2016
7m
Snapchat's Valuation at Around $18 Billion
The Wall Street Journal's Doug MacMillian says the latest round of investor funding boosted disappearing message app Snapchat's valuation to almost 18 billion dollars. Observers believe Snapchat over time could rival Facebook, which has a market cap of nearly 350 billion dollars.
7m May 31, 2016
7m
Multi-Year Study Finds Cellphone-Cancer Link
The Wall Street Journal's Ryan Knutson reports a major study by the government's National Toxicology Program has found a link between cellphones and cancer. The multi-year, peer-reviewed study found "low incidences" of two types of tumors in male rats that were exposed to cellphone radio frequencies.
9m May 30, 2016
9m
Amazon Customers Confused by Price Matching
Amazon.com said this week it has no policy of matching rivals' prices. That confused some customers, who criticized Amazon for stopping what they say is the company's long-standing policy of price-matching. The Wall Street Journal's Nathan Olivarez-Giles sorts it out.
5m May 27, 2016
5m
Toyota and Uber Join Forces in Ride Sharing Deal
Toyota is investing in popular ride-sharing service Uber as the companies explore new leasing options for Uber drivers. Wall Street Journal reporter Douglas MacMillan has the latest.
5m May 26, 2016
5m
Will Facebook's 'Topics' Revamp Reduce Bias Risk?
Facebook says it will officially revamp how its "trending topics" feature works to minimize the potential effects of individual biases. Wall Street Journal reporter Deepa Seetharaman has the latest details.
6m May 25, 2016
6m
Apple's CEO Tim Cook Goes 'Bollywood,' Woos India
Apple's chief executive Tim Cook met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a high profile trip to New Delhi. WSJD's Brian Fitzgerald discusses why India remains a crucial yet challenging market for the company's growth.
7m May 24, 2016
7m
VR: Coming Soon to an IMAX Theater Near You
IMAX says it will be unveiling virtual reality in multiplex theaters, malls and similar locations later this year. But can it create experiences and content that live up to VR technology? Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Fritz has the latest details.
6m May 23, 2016
6m
Google Takes on Apple, Facebook With Chat Apps
Alphabet's Google is preparing for a new world of artificial-intelligence with new apps, Allo and Duo. Offering A.I. tech and strong security features, does it pose a direct challenge to competitors like Apple and Facebook? WSJD's Nathan Olivarez-Giles has the latest.
7m May 20, 2016
7m
Smart Alarm Clocks Aim to Leave Users Less Groggy
No longer just a clock with a bell on top, the latest alarms offer things like sound therapy recordings and even specialized lights. Gear and Gadgets Editor Michael Hsu tried several out and tells us what he found.
5m May 19, 2016
5m
Kids & Tech: A Look at Today's Digital Natives
New data from Influence Central's Digital Trends Study reveals just how early kids are delving into the technology world and the role it's playing in their everyday lives. Stacy DeBroff, founder and CEO of Influence Central, has the latest details.
7m May 18, 2016
7m
Amazon To Sell its Own Private Label Groceries
Amazon is ready to offer new lines of private-label brands in the coming weeks that will include its first real push into perishable foods. Wall Street Journal reporter Greg Bensinger has the latest.
6m May 17, 2016
6m
Apple's CEO Tim Cook Takes a $1 Billion Taxi Ride
Apple CEO Tim Cook tweeted pictures of himself hailing a Didi car -- the Chinese answer to Uber -- on the heels of Apple's $1 billion investment into the Chinese car hailing company. Is this a message to shareholders? WSJD's Brian Fitzgerald has the latest.
7m May 16, 2016
7m
Apple Invests One Billion Dollars in Uber Rival
Apple is investing one billion dollars in Didi, a major ride-sharing rival to Uber in China. The Wall Street Journal's Daisuke Wakabayashi says that, among other things, the deal helps Apple make inroads to autonomous vehicle technology.
9m May 16, 2016
9m