Samantha Murphy

Contributing Writer

Samantha was a contributing writer covering astronomy and technology for Space.com and Live Science.  As of this year she was the senior tech writer covering AI, Big Tech, Social Media, gadgets, and current trends at CNN but has moved on from that position. Prior to joining CNN in 2016, Kelly was an editor at Mashable and other tech and science publications.  She holds a degree in journalism and cinema studies from New York University and resides in New York with her husband and two children.

Latest articles by Samantha Murphy

Apple founder and former CEO Steve Jobs.
Internet Mourns Steve Jobs' Death

By Samantha Murphy Published

The social media world exploded on Wednesday night following the news that former Apple CEO Steve Jobs died at age 56.

Technology
The Upper Atmosphere Research Satellite hangs in the grasp of the Remote Manipulator System against the blackness of space during deployment from Space Shuttle Discovery, September 1991.
Android App Lets You Track Huge NASA Satellite Falling to Earth Today

By Samantha Murphy Published

Those worried about the falling satellite headed toward Earth can monitor its location with an Android app.

Skywatching Kit
Earth in Space
NASA Wants You: Space Agency Launches App Competition

By Samantha Murphy Published

NASA wants you to build apps.

Technology
Made in Space Team During Zero-G Test Flight
3-D Printer Passes Zero Gravity Test to Make Space Tools

By Samantha Murphy Published

Astronauts may soon take 3-D printers with them into orbit. The printers could help crank out parts – like screws and wrenches – for the spacecraft and space station while in orbit.

Technology
Lego is releasing four space-themed sets to get kids excited more interested in science and tech.
LEGO's New Toy Sets to Blast into Space with NASA

By Samantha Murphy Published

LEGO announced a series of space-themed sets -- from a space station and shuttle to a satellite launch pad -- as a part of its first-ever partnership with NASA.

Space Toys & Lego
Say Hello to NASA’s New Tech Guru
Q&A: NASA Tech Chief on ‘Sputnik’ Moments and Innovation

By Samantha Murphy Published

SPACE.com talks to NASA's Chief Technologist Bobby Braun about what lies in store for America's space tech program.

Technology
Space Shuttle Atlantis Lands Safely After Final Voyage
NASA Reveals New Tech Ideas to Explore Final Frontier

By Samantha Murphy Published

For the first time NASA has solicited public input in discussing future space technology.

Technology
A space shuttle launches from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida
NASA Launches Public Outreach Program to Boost Space Tech

By Samantha Murphy Published

NASA is looking to the public for innovative ideas to spur space exploration.

Technology
NASA's Spinoff app for the Android phone.
What Products Were NASA Spinoffs? New Smartphone App Knows

By Samantha Murphy Published

A new Android app lets users discover NASA technologies that have been successfully spun off into commercial products.

Skywatching Kit