Google makes it official: Phone calls now in Gmail

Gmail users can now make phone calls from within their Gmail account for free to the U.S. and Canada, and for pretty cheap to several other countries.

Google's iOS search app gets push notifications

Ever wanted to get a push notification on your iPhone when you've got a new e-mail or Google calendar event? That's now an option through Google's mobile search app.

Apple iTunes Ping: Hands On

Apple wants the new iTunes social network to be the Facebook of music.

STORM TIPS: Shelters, preparations, intensity, history

Make storm plans now County and other officials are making decisions on possible evacuations and shelter openings in advance of Hurricane Earl.

'Tron: Legacy' ramps up to light speed for December release

Jay West is a devoted fan and student of the 1982 film "Tron," and he has written a series of guest columns on the viral marketing for the film's sequel, "Tron: Legacy," due in December. Following up on the film's...