Reuters Features - Tech

Free software takes on Microsoft Office

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:03:23 GMT

Pierre Avignon is no pirate, but he does not believe in paying for software.

Older Japanese seek love online

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:53:05 GMT

You're never too old to fall in love. Japanese seniors are signing on to online matchmaking services and many say they have found true love.

There's gold in them thar cell phones

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 23:18:51 GMT

Thinking of throwing out your old cell phone? Maybe you should mine it first for gold, silver, copper and other embedded metals -- many of which are at near-record prices.

Texting while driving? Time to unplug

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:00:10 GMT

Sharon Sarmiento knew it was time to unplug when she realized she was blogging in her dreams and hearing imaginary instant messages.

Consumers still slow to recycle gadgets

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 05:31:30 GMT

Organizations offer hassle-free ways to get rid of electronic waste -- so why don't consumers recycle their old gadgets?

Space-age suits race into uncharted waters

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:16:16 GMT

A controversial space-age swimsuit has gripped the swimming world.

Virtual world offers bands global stage

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 18:15:02 GMT

A growing number of artists have found a launching pad for careers in the 3-D game Second Life.

Movie download services bypass discs

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 16:48:50 GMT

Forget DVDs. Several services now let you download movies and play them right on your TV -- no disc needed.

Museums exhibit high-tech appeal

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:01:55 GMT

Paintings and sculptures long stored away are finding a new audience as museums strive for mass appeal with high-tech Web sites packed with interactive elements.

"Modder" turns hobby into freelance career

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:03:34 GMT

If you ever thought it would be cool to have an Xbox laptop, or wished those Atari games in your attic could be reborn on a handheld device, talk to Benjamin Heckendorn.

Spy-in-the-sky drone sets sights on Miami

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:04:12 GMT

Miami police could soon be the first in the United States to use cutting-edge, spy-in-the-sky technology to beef up their fight against crime.