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Device lets the blind see with their tongues

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A soldier blinded during battle in Iraq is being taught to see again, through an extraordinary new device. It transmits the shapes of objects in front of him to his tongue, even enabling him to recognize letters. (March 18)

  • Tech Test: Cut the wires on hybrid home theater Play
    Tech Test: Cut the wires on hybrid home theater AP - Wed Mar 17, 3:02 PM ET

    Connecting PCs to the TVs has become easier in recent years, though it remains a challenge. One nagging problem is controlling the living-room PC. AP Technology Writer Peter Svensson explores some of the wireless options available.

  • A shrimp-like critter where nothing should live Play
    A shrimp-like critter where nothing should live AP - Mon Mar 15, 10:41 AM ET

    In a surprising discovery about where higher life can thrive, scientists for the first time found a shrimp-like creature and a jellyfish frolicking beneath a massive Antarctic ice sheet. (March 15)

  • Sony unveils new controller for PlayStation Play
    Sony unveils new controller for PlayStation AP - Fri Mar 12, 4:45 PM ET

    The evolution of gaming is moving beyond the console and into user's hands. Sony has unveiled its take on motion control with the "PlayStation Move." (March 12)

  • Health Tech: Gadgets to the rescue Play
    Health Tech: Gadgets to the rescue AP - Thu Mar 11, 4:01 PM ET

    High tech companies are coming up with an array of novel and sophisticated ways of persuading us to get fit and to part with our cash as diabetes, obesity and heart attacks become a global phenomenon. (March 11)

  • Video Game Maker Sticking With Tiger Woods Play
    Video Game Maker Sticking With Tiger Woods AP - Wed Mar 10, 2:09 PM ET

    Despite losing several endorsements amid his infidelity controversy, Tiger Woods will continue his partnership with a popular video game franchise. EA Sports is unveiling "Tiger Woods PGA Tour '11." (March 10)

  • Palm struggles for direction; future uncertain Play
    Palm struggles for direction; future uncertain AP - Tue Mar 9, 10:58 AM ET

    Smart phone pioneer, Palm may be the latest company to learn that great technology doesn't guarantee success. Not much is going right for the company, and several analysts think it will have to find a buyer or shut its doors in the next year or two. (Marc

  • Luxury cars and the recession: What gives? Play
    Luxury cars and the recession: What gives? AP - Thu Mar 4, 2:12 PM ET

    Toyota's recalls and the global recession may be casting a shadow over the Geneva Motor Show, but the high end market is helping to keep up the glitz and glamour. (March 4)

  • Tech Test: Motorola's Devour disappoints Play
    Tech Test: Motorola's Devour disappoints AP - Wed Mar 3, 2:01 PM ET

    Motorola's new Devour phone lets you surf the Web, check e-mail and update your Facebook status with ease. However, the Devour's screen and keyboard layout can't compare to its full-featured, cousin, the Motorola Droid. (March 3)

  • Apple sues HTC over iPhone patents Play
    Apple sues HTC over iPhone patents AP - Tue Mar 2, 2:53 PM ET

    Apple has sued HTC, accusing the rival smartphone maker of violating patents related to the popular iPhone. (March 2)

  • AP takes aim at consumers with new digital unit Play
    AP takes aim at consumers with new digital unit AP - Fri Feb 26, 9:47 PM ET

    The Associated Press is setting up a division to help the news cooperative, newspapers and broadcasters sell digital products directly to readers on the next wave of Internet-connected devices such as Apple's iPad. (Feb. 26)

  • Nintendo Unveils New Mario, Metroid Games Play
    Nintendo Unveils New Mario, Metroid Games AP - Thu Feb 25, 12:18 AM ET

    Nintendo launching "Super Mario Galaxy 2" for the Wii console on May 23 and "Metroid: Other M" on June 27. Nintendo also plans to launch the latest version of its popular handheld video game system, the DSi XL, on March 28 in North America. (Feb. 25)

  • Debut of fuel-cell tech met with praise, doubt Play
    Debut of fuel-cell tech met with praise, doubt AP - Wed Feb 24, 11:33 PM ET

    With California's governor and a former Secretary of State on hand, Bloom Energy held its official launch. The clean-energy startup revealed some of its plans for making fuel-cell technology affordable enough for people to buy for their homes. (Feb. 24)

  • New Website Asks: "Please Rob Me" Play
    New Website Asks: "Please Rob Me" AP - Wed Feb 24, 3:28 PM ET

    A new website called Please Rob me takes your Twitter posts and location-sharing services to remind you that letting everyone know where you are, and, by extension, where you're not. (Feb. 24)

  • Review: FlipShare TV a basic way to stream video Play
    Review: FlipShare TV a basic way to stream video AP - Wed Feb 24, 3:11 PM ET

    The company that brought you the shoot-and-share Flip camera has added a $150 companion device that is designed to make it easier to watch your video creations on your TV. It's a good idea, but other products can do the same thing for less. (Feb. 24)

  • Italy convicts 3 Google execs in abuse case Play
    Italy convicts 3 Google execs in abuse case AP - Wed Feb 24, 11:43 AM ET

    Three Google executives have been convicted of privacy violations in Italy because they did not act quickly enough to pull down a Youtube video that showed bullies abusing an autistic boy. (Feb. 24)

  • $10,000 for a good night's rest? Play
    $10,000 for a good night's rest? AP - Wed Feb 24, 10:50 AM ET

    Simmons and Panasonic are teaming up to create a $10,000 bed that helps people go to sleep and then gently wakes them up. (Feb. 24)

  • Touch or tap, smartphones aim to please Play
    Touch or tap, smartphones aim to please AP - Wed Feb 17, 3:12 PM ET

    The Mobile World Conference in Barcelona is offering manufacturers a chance to showcase the latest innovations.(Feb. 17)

  • Raw video: Astronauts take final spacewalk Play
    Raw video: Astronauts take final spacewalk AP - Tue Feb 16, 11:50 PM ET

    Astronauts ventured out on the third and final spacewalk of their mission Tuesday night to unwrap the International Space Station's phenomenal new observation deck-- the best window on the world that orbiting crews have ever had. (Feb. 16)