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Cisco to sell Linksys home networking business to Belkin
Cisco Systems plans to sell its Linksys home networking business to Belkin International for an undisclosed sum under an agreement that includes cooperation between the companies on software, service-provider products and other areas.Geek Tech
The doctor will see you now…through the eyes of a robot
The company most well known for automated vacuum cleaners has been cleared by the FDA to use its latest robotic solution in hospitals, but not for the reason you might think.Reviews
Go green and save money with a programmable thermostat
We put three programmable thermostats to the test to find out which is the most powerful, flexible, likely to reduce your energy bill.How-To
Master of channels: Finding the best Roku has to offer
Roku devices offer hundreds of entertainment channels. Here are some of the best; plus, how to find and install unofficial channels to extend your viewing pleasure.Connected Home
Nest Learning Thermostat (second gen) review: It’s worthy of all the buzz
If you don’t have a home-control system and don’t anticipate installing one, the Nest is the best thermostat on the market today.News
Nokia PureView to lead camera-phone tech, but where’s everyone else?
According to The Verge, Nokia's next Windows Phone may have a 41-megapixel sensor to help with digital zoom.Reviews
Review: Scosche RH656 headphones
The RH656 is a good-looking set of headphones that offers big sound, though you can find better accuracy elsewhere.How-To
Outsmart your camera by turning off the autofocus
Autofocus is like magic, and it's often done well even by simple, inexpensive cameras. But sometimes it's better to turn off your autofocus control and do it the old fashioned way.Reviews
Review: Philips SHB9100 Bluetooth headphones offer comfort and good sound
Philips’s SHB9100 Bluetooth headphones offer a nice balance between comfort and good sound, and the inclusion of a wired option is handy for those times you forget to charge. However, the SHB9100 isn't for you if you depend on your Bluetooth headset for making phone calls.News
Americans turn to Dr. Internet before doctor’s office
A new Pew Internet & American Life Project survey shows many American adults use the web to diagnose diseases, but still go to the doctor for further discussion and treatment.Reviews
Review: Samsung NX1000 DSLR offers a range of features for budget conscious shooters
Samsung’s entry-level NX1000 offers a versatile feature set, including WiFi, that will please budget-conscious enthusiasts and consumers who want a compact, interchangeable lens camera with good image quality at a relatively affordable price.News
Blu-ray looks ahead to 4K
Seven years after the Blu-ray Disc Association announced the spec for the format, budget players are available and disc sales are strong. The introduction of HDTVs that support a 4K resolution presents Blu-ray fans and promoters with their next challenge.News
OLED and 4K at CES 2013: The fantasy and the reality (video)
Ultra HD and OLED televisions were all the rage at CES 2013, but gaping at these incredible TVs on a show floor will probably have to do for the foreseeable future.News
Can Canon save the point and shoot?
Canon seeks to breathe new life into the point and shoot camera sector with the PowerShot N.Reviews
Review: Westinghouse Unplug is a solid, affordable portable Bluetooth speaker
Westinghouse's $100 Unplug Bluetooth speaker is portable and rechargeable, and it offers sound quality that rivals that of the popular Jawbone Jambox.News
Ballmer, Big Bird and Desmond Tutu enliven Qualcomm’s big night at CES
Qualcomm called on some big names Monday to ensure its opening-night keynote at the International CES wasn't a dud. Steve Ballmer, Big Bird, the pop group Maroon5, and even former Archbishop Desmond Tutu all made appearances to keep things rolling along.News
Cisco wants to bring ‘Minority Report’ to your living room with Videoscape Unity
Cisco designed its Videoscape Unity platform for a future in which we'll all have video walls with room for web content, social network feeds, and—oh yes—live TV.News
Sharp announces 32-inch 4K monitors
Sharp has announced two new 4K LCD monitors, which will display images at close to four times the overall resolution of traditional 1080p high-definition monitors available today.News
Gorilla Glass 3 promises 40 percent fewer scratches (video)
Corning has developed a new version of its Gorilla Glass for smartphones and tablets that it says will result in 40 percent fewer scratches and appear in devices later this year.News
Nvidia unveils Tegra 4 processor, first quad-core Cortex-A15 chip
Nvidia has unveiled its Tegra 4 processor, a chip that will bring consumers more power in mobile devices and help Nvidia remain competitive in the fast moving mobile market.Connected Home
How to set up a home recording studio
Putting together a home recording studio is easier than you may think.Reviews
Review: Play rock star-created delays with the Flashback X4 Delay
The FlashBack X4 is a ton of fun. It sounds great whether using it as a looper or as a delay.News
Samsung announces fast-focusing NX300 mirrorless camera and 2D/3D lens
Samsung's mirrorless NX300 offers a hybrid contrast-/phase-detection AF system, dual-band Wi-Fi, and compatibility with a unique 2D/3D prime lens.Geek Tech
FIRST Lego League is perfect for kids who love robotics, Lego, friendly competition
If you have a kid interested in robotics—or if you just want to geek out and see what the next generation of engineers and computer scientists are up to—you owe it to yourself to check out the FIRST Lego League.Connected Home
Audio interfaces and mixers: What’s best for your home studio?
How to pick the right audio interface or mixer for your home studio.Connected Home
Microphones: What you need to know before you buy
Everything you need to know about choosing a microphone for recording music at home.News
Samsung and LG get ready for TV battle at CES
LG Electronics is hoping to make its smart TVs more attractive by making it easier to share and find content, while Samsung Electronics is only hinting at what its plans are for 2013.Reviews
Review: Samsung NX20’s well-rounded features appeal to both enthusiasts and snapshooters
The Samsung NX20 holds its own against the competition and even exceeds other mirrorless interchangeable-lens models thanks to its well-implemented Wi-Fi.News
2012 in review: TechHive’s top stories
What stories caught your attention in 2012? Here's a list of the 20 most-read TechHive stories from the past year.News
Future tech 2013: TVs and digital entertainment
How HDTVs will get smarter and otherwise improve in the new year.News
Future Tech 2013: Cameras
Camera sensors will get bigger—and that's just one trend we predict for 2013.Reviews
Review: Pentax K-30 is a great choice for outdoor and adventure shooting
The Pentax K-30 is a particularly good fit for outdoor explorers and those who prefer not to worry about their camera when shooting in adverse conditions.News
2012 in review: The year in cameras
In 2012, we've seen the introduction of new phenomena, and the solidification of the interchangeable-lens market.Geek Tech
DIY remote camera trigger only needs a cable and a soda can tab
Here’s a DIY remote camera trigger that anyone can build using a soda can tab and some audio cable.News
Netflix restores streaming video after Christmas outages
Netflix has restored its streaming video services, after Christmas outages related to problems with Amazon's online computing platform.Reviews
Review: JBL Micro Wireless is an impressive portable Bluetooth speaker for the price
JBL's Micro Wireless Bluetooth speaker fits in a (big) pocket and weighs next-to-nothing, yet it sounds good and is surprisingly inexpensive.Reviews
Review: Roku Streaming Stick brings streaming to your MHL-enabled HDTV
Why bother with a set-top box when you can save space and cable clutter by using a set-side stick? That's the basic rationale behind the Roku Streaming Stick, a device that looks like a USB flash drive but delivers the same high-def media streaming functionality as Roku's current high-end box, the Roku 2 XS.Geek Tech
Don’t try this paintball-equipped drone hack at home
Want the advantage the next time you play paintball? Build a drone that also fires missiles!News
The 13 worst holiday songs you can download from iTunes
As the song goes, music can help to make spirits bright this time of year. But not this music. Not ever.Reviews
TV holiday specials and Christmas episodes
Looking for some good (or so-bad-they're-good) holiday TV episodes to stream? You've come to the right place.News
TV commercials get their volume turned down
Federal Communications Commission rules preventing commercials from being louder than other programming on Thursday went into effect.Geek Tech
Robot dragonfly UAV skips military development, flies directly into homes
TechJect brings a wing flapping micro UAV that hovers and flies like a real dragonfly.Geek Tech
Robotic burrito bomber takes to the skies, airdrops gut bombs
Darwin Aerospace develops a UAV that deploys tasty airdrops of wrapped rice and beans.Reviews
Gift Guide: 9 great Blu-ray box sets
Blu-ray box sets make great gifts for the movie or TV lover on your holiday list. Here are nine of best for 2012.Reviews
Review: Panasonic Viera P55VT50 is an imperfect, pricey plasma TV
Panasonic's high-end 55-inch plasma set offers very good performance and all the latest features. However, its remote is sub-par, and you can find comparable picture quality for much less.Reviews
Review: Sony Bravia KDL-46HX850 offers solid features and performance
With very good picture quality and excellent connected features, the edge-lit Sony Bravia HX850 LED HDTV offers excellent value for its price.News
The best camera deals for the holidays
A great camera deal starts with a great camera. Here are a dozen excellent point-and-shoots, interchangeable-lens cameras, and DSLRs that are on sale this holiday season.News