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Texas is protecting its citizens' electronic privacy through a new bill requiring state law enforcement agents to obtain a warrant before they can read your email.

DreamWorks is teaming up with Netflix to offer 300 hours of original animated shows based on popular movie franchises.

A new Washington Post report reveals how law enforcement uses a database of 120 million Americans' photos to solve crimes.

A new AAA study shows that hands-free texting is even more dangerous than once thought.

After much waiting, Microsoft Office arrives for the iPhone. But there are more problems with the app than it may be worth.

The nation's top law enforcement officials are pushing phone makers to deal with the growing issue of smartphone theft.

A proposed New Jersey state law would empower police to take and search your cell phone after an accident.

Facebook is taking a cue from other social networks by announcing support for hashtags.

Yahoo has ended its classic version of Yahoo Mail, forcing its subscribers to either agree to invasive ad scans or cancel their account.

The latest update to Yelp supercharges the app's Nearby tab, using information about weather, location, and time of day to recommend new eateries.

Comcast has announced a controversial plan to turn its customers' routers into public WiFi hotspots.

San Francisco-based non-profit Rainforest Connection wants to put your old Android smartphones to work stopping illegal deforestation.

Apple announced a number of powerful new changes to its MacBook Air line that dramatically improve storage, speed and battery life.

 iOS 7 may be the most design-conscious overhaul to the popular iPhone operating system to date, but there's a lot going on under the hood as well.

Apple's forthcoming iOS 7 will include a new iTunes Radio app, directly challenging Spotify and Pandora for the streaming music crown.

According to a Kaspersky Labs study, American teens look at pornography more than they check Facebook, Twitter, or their email.

Facebook is ending "Sponsored Stories," but your personal information may still be used in advertisements unless you act to stop it.

Learn how to spot the virus and what steps you can take to protect your Android smartphone.

Amazon is taking indie games mainstream with its new Indie Games store and introductory offers.

It's not just Verizon sharing your data with the feds. Washington has been collecting phone records, e-mails, chat records, and more for years.

eBay and Kate Spade are redefining the term "window shopping" buy opening 24-hour pop-up Window Shops across NYC.

Wireless provider FreedomPop offers free voice, text and data to customers, but there are a couple catches.

Zeus, a 6-year-old virus that drains the bank accounts of unsuspecting victims, is seeing new life on Facebook.

A new research study suggests that answering email increases your blood pressure, heart rate and levels of the stress hormone cortisol.

Vine, Twitter's fast-growing video sharing social network, is finally available for download on Android devices months after its iPhone release.

A federal judge recently ruled that Google must obey the FBI's warrantless National Security Letter requests for customers' data.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has eliminated backscatter X-ray scans in favor of more private, safer radio wave scans.

Apple has introduced a new 16GB iPod touch with Retina display as a bargain-priced, pared-down alternative to its 32 and 64GB models.

Wikipedia's Nearby feature, built into the mobile version of the site, allows you to sort articles based on their subjects' distance from you.

Verizon will be rolling out its Phase 2 LTE later this year, a technology that allows for faster mobile downloads. But only certain phones will be able to use it.

The new iHeart Locket by DanoToys allows your daughter to keep a secure, multimedia diary on her iPad tablet.

A petition started by Women, Action & the Media has prompted Facebook to review and improve its policies on gender-based hate speech.

New legislation being considered by congress would make it a crime for an employer to demand your social networking passwords.

The fledgling Nextdoor social network connects you with local information, services, and friends in a safe, secure environment.

After months of embarrassing, high-profile hacks, Twitter is offering its users a secure, optional 2-step login process.

Google's new Conversational Search uses context to deliver exact answers to your spoken questions.

Comparison website Enervee provides carbon footprint and energy consumption info for major consumer electronics products.

Through a company called Precision Market Insights, Verizon is selling data about your physical location, favorite websites, and age to advertisers. Here's how to stop them.

The Xbox One is revealed with voice command technology, multitasking and built-in motion and voice sensors. No launch date or price announced yet.

The popular photo sharing site now offers 1 terabyte of free storage and a new look.

Thuzio offers unique experiences with world-class athletes—from birthday parties to one-on-one lunches to private lessons.

Social networks like Instagram are required by law to keep underage users away, but experts say the site drops the ball.

Three major networks have begun streaming content directly to your computer and tablet, but there's a big catch.

Georgia Institute of Technology, one of the nation's top 10 schools for computer science, is offering a complete online master's degree for less than $7,000.

HP's new SlateBook x2 walks a fine line between high-functioning tablet and laptop. Is this hybrid worth your money?

Characters in the game Tomodatchi Collection: New Life can enter into same-sex relationships. But does Nintendo's "error" need fixing?

Scientists at the University of Illinois have created a series of maps showing where people tweet worldwide and who they interact with.

Texting will driving is now the number one way teens die behind the wheel. We tell you what you can do about it.

Amazon.com is launching its new Amazon Coins virtual currency by giving away "tens of millions" of dollars' worth for free.

With the social whirl of school events and summer family visits on the horizon, it’s a great time for kids to take a refresher on manners and etiquette.

The new Kwikset Kevo uses Bluetooth technology to unlock your front door with an iPhone and a simple tap of the finger.

A browser plug-in called Twivo scrubs your Twitter feed of your favorite shows’ spoilers until you can get around to watching the episode.

A removable, roll-top door provides easy access and cleaning.

Presence app turns any iPhone, iPad or iPod touch into a real-time streaming audio and video home monitoring camera.

Take a look at which YouTube videos are the hottest in your part of the country – and all across America.

Soon Amazon and eBay purchases may no longer be tax free for most Americans.

San Francisco DA asks major smartphone manufacturers to combat the growing problem cell phone theft by giving phones a remote-activated kill switch.

Facebook Trusted Contacts allows you to essentially give a copy of your Facebook key to five of your most trusted friends in case you get locked out.

Joya, a free video sharing app designed for the iPhone, has cracked the code of convenient video sharing.

With original programming as well as user upload, the online video site is catching up to Hollywood.

The latest update to Instagram brings a new feature called “Photos of You,” a repository for all pictures taken with your shining, happy face in them.

The Electronic Frontier Foundation’s (EFF) 2013 Who Has Your Back report ranks top tech giants on six different privacy criteria.

Swim, hike and rock climb instead of playing swimming, hiking and rock climbing apps on your phone.

After decades of bickering, federal indictments, and legal uncertainty, the first legal online casino has opened up in the state of Nevada.

Researchers at Lancaster University in England have created a new type of digital billboard capable of tracking your eye movements.

European particle physics laboratory CERN returned the first ever Internet website to its rightful place on the Web

Mobile messaging involves replacing your phone’s SMS texts with a chat program capable of sending messages for free.

Google Now aims to be the only app you ever use on your phone.

Have you ever wondered what your friendship is really worth? According to a recent report, it's never been more valuable.

Senate Judiciary Committee passes amendment denying the federal government the ability to read email without a warrant.

Use the new app to vote on the ending to the popular book series.

One of Mercer Mayer's wonderful Little Critter stories, Just Me and My Mom addresses all the major issues of growing up - and now it's a free app.

Watch your favorite sketches from Jim Belushi's to Tina Fey's.

Does chatting up someone on your flight with tech sound fun or disastrous?

A new study shows remarkable results vs traditional eye patch therapies.

Should GPS systems in cars remove 3D maps and satellite imagery? The US DOT says yes based on a new study.

Which cities citizens spend the most time in traffic and which ones have the least time? A new study reveals the latest results.

Lettrs allows you to send long-form messages to a friend’s inbox or to a real-world mailbox, directly from your iPhone or computer

A new merit badge focuses on a growing industry: video game design.

The days of tax free shopping on Amazon may be coming to an end.

Anything iPhone and iPad owners ask the popular Siri personal digital assistant can be stored on Apple servers for up to two years.

Amazon.com has launched 14 different full-length show pilots and is asking you to help decide which to make into actual series airing on Amazon Prime.

The Digital Public Library of America brings together the collections of major libraries and institutions into one giant, searchable database.

No more annoying texts selling you products and services you don't need.

The House has again passed CISPA, a highly controversial law that encourages private companies to share information with the government.

New report shows spam is in decline. Find out why and what you can do to further minimize it.

Easily browse listings of spa services, haircuts and more with prices up to 80% off—all in one place.

What if the bad guys start printing themselves an arsenal of illegal weapons?

Nintendo announced that it will soon discontinue most online service channels that come bundled with the Wii gaming console.

Apple agreed to reimburse those the company wrongfully turned away due to non-existent water damage.

In a 2-year study by AV-TEST, Bing’s search returns were found to have five times as many viruses than Google’s.

New Facebook alliance gives the social network more information on you than ever before.

A group of fed-up airline passengers filed a class action against GoGo, alleging it holds an illegal monopoly over the in-flight Wi-Fi business.

Let Google know what to do with your Gmail, YouTube, G+ and more in the event of your death.

The search giant funds a new initiative to combat the growing problem of human trafficking.

Does the IRS really have the right to read your email without a warrant?

A group of dedicated computer coders are giving back to their country.

Facebook gives you another way to express yourself...and to collect more data about you.

Vudu announced that a breakin resulted in the theft of customer information, including names, email addresses and passwords.

For one family, Google Translate is virtually the only way they communicate with their 13-year-old adopted daughter from China.