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Technology is the making, modification, usage, and knowledge of tools, machines, techniques, crafts, systems, methods of organization, in order to solve a problem, improve a preexisting solution to a problem, achieve a goal or perform a specific function. It can also refer to the collection of such tools, machinery, modifications, arrangements and procedures. Technologies significantly affect human as well as other animal species' ability to control and adapt to their natural environments. The word technology comes from Greek τεχνολογία (technología); from τέχνη (téchnē), meaning "art, skill, craft", and -λογία (-logía), meaning "study of-". The term can either be applied generally or to specific areas: examples include construction technology, medical technology, and information technology.
The human species' use of technology began with the conversion of natural resources into simple tools. The prehistorical discovery of the ability to control fire increased the available sources of...
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How Google Jump could push VR into the mainstream
Google Jump could end up being the leap forward that VR is looking for.
Apple uses Siri in workaround for iPhone Messages crash bug
Apple has a workaround for the iPhone Messages text crash bug, and it includes its voice assistant, Siri.
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Path sells to South Korean Internet company Daum Kakao
While Daum Kakao isn't a well-known company in the U.S., the messaging company is a dominant force in South Korea.
Hyperloop is getting a test track in California
First proposed in 2013 by Elon Musk, the 'Hyperloop' would transport passengers in floating pods inside low-pressure tubes at speeds of more than 750 mph.
NSA has tested swipe recognition technology to identify phone users
The mobile device feature verifies a user's identity based on the swiftness and shape of the individual's finger strokes on a touch screen.
Google Photos: One smart photo organizer, with lots of polish
Google's excellent photos service is now fully separate from Google+ and is a standalone app in its own right. And it's really impressive.
Ford is opening up its electric vehicle patents to competitors — for a fee
Tesla made a splash last year when it said it was opening up its patents to competitors for free. Now, Ford is doing the same -- for a cost.
Everything you need to know from Google I/O's keynote
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Google plans to introduce hands-free mobile payments later this year
Google just showed off what might be it's most promising mobile payments app yet.
Watch the 2-hour Google I/O keynote in under 2 minutes
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Lenovo's new mid-range laptops include a built-in 3D camera
Lenovo's new laptops include an optional 3D camera.
Hyperloop developer wants riders to try the service for free
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IBM employees can now use Mac computers for work
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USB Type-C will turn your phone into a battery pack to charge other phones
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How law firms use Facebook and other data to track down medical victims
Big pharma's new nemesis in the courts is big data.
Xiaomi will bring a slew of products to Mi.com, but no Mi smartphones
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Google launches Expeditions so teachers can take students on VR field trips
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Nvidia moves into your living room with a device not just for gaming
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Google Cast updates make way for faster streaming and new games
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Who needs real school when Google teaches Android development online?
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Google's new Photos app gives you unlimited space for photos and videos
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Lenovo's wacky Magic View smartwatch concept has 2 displays
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