Ditch your cable box and save money with these media center alternatives

Sajjad Musa, DFRAGG.com

Consumers are looking for a way to realistically maximize their dollar-to-cable programming consumption ratio, hating to spend hard-earned cash on a large cable bill for one or two must-watch shows.

Tech experts back Obama via YouTube

Ugonna Okpalaoka

theGRIO REPORT - Tech executives and experts are the latest to endorse President Barack Obama in the upcoming presidential election.

Update on the iPad mini: Rumors fly as anticipation builds

Tonya Garcia, Madame Noire Business

Based on the invitations that have been sent out, it looks like Apple’s going to be making a big announcement next Tuesday, October 23 at 1 p.m. PT.

Will.i.Am and Simon Cowell to create 'X Factor' spin-off

theGrio

According to The Telegraph, Will.i.Am, Black Eyed Peas frontman and future Voice judge will reportedly be working with Simon Cowell on a reality TV competition show focused on Science and Technology...

Tech spotlight: iPhone cassette tape converter

Kyle Harvey

theGRIO REPORT - If you've ever wondered how to transfer those obsolete cassette tapes over to your iPhone, here's a gadget you should check out...

Will.I.Am stars in TV special about Mars broadcast

Ugonna Okpalaoka

theGRIO REPORT - Last month, Will.I.Am made history when his track 'Reach for the Stars' was the first song to ever be broadcast from another planet down to Earth...

'Girls Who Code' inspires teens to learn about tech

Janelle Richards, NBC News

NEW YORK - School was out and summer had finally arrived, but instead of hanging out at the beach teenager Jocelyn Stevens was sitting in front of a computer, using a software program to design jewelry. With just a click of her mouse, Stevens created a ring and used a 3D printer to produce it...

7-year-old shot while selling candy

Natalie Martinez, NBC Chicago

CHICAGO - A 7-year-old girl was fatally struck in the back Wednesday night outside her family's home in Chicago's North Austin neighborhood...

Black tech entrepreneur shares top 5 business tips

Lawrence Watkins

ANALYSIS - Here are five important lessons that I’ve learned over the past few years that will make your journey into tech entrepreneurship a lot smoother...

LL Cool J launches new software for artists

Melissa Noel

theGRIO REPORT - LL Cool J has transitioned smoothly from music to movies and the now the rap legend is embracing the tech sector...