Approval Of Google’s Motorola Mobility Acquisition Could Come Next Week
Google Inc., which has been pursuing acquisition of Motorola Mobility since August, 2011, may get US Department of Justice (DOJ) approval next week, according to people familiar with the issue, who...
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App Economy Added Half Million US Jobs Since 2007
Although it's only been five years since the iPhone was introduced, an entire 'app economy' has since sprung forth that now employs nearly half a million people in the United States alone, according to a new report by Dr. Michael Mandel of South Mountain Economics.
Google Offers Gift Cards To Track Web Usage
Google wants to gather information about Internet users beyond what it gets from monitoring its own services, browser and Android devices.
Robotic Beast Of Burden Makes Outdoor Debut
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is previewing a mechanical beast of burden that would help lighten the load for soldiers.
As Yahoo’s Struggles Continue, Board Chairman Bostock Steps Down
In an unexpected letter to shareholders, Yahoo chairman Roy Bostock announced Tuesday that he and his fellow board members Vyomesh Joshi, Arthuer Kern and Gary Wilson would not be seeking another term on the board this year.
Electrical Engineers Build 'No-waste' Laser
A team of University of California, San Diego researchers has built the smallest room-temperature nanolaser to date, as well as an even more startling device: a highly efficient, "thresholdless" laser that funnels all its photons into lasing, without any waste.
New Solar Cell Grabs More Of The Sun's Energy
New solar cells could increase the maximum efficiency of solar panels by over 25%, according to scientists from the University of Cambridge.
A New Future For Hard Drives?
A new technology developed by a team of international researchers could make current computer hard drive technology obsolete by using heat to write information to magnetic storage systems.
Apple Prepping To Take Over Your Home Television Next
The company who makes a habit of turning the world upside down will be focusing next on the television industry.
After Extortion Attempt, Hacker Releases Symantec Source Code
Source code belonging to Symantec Corporation that had been stolen in 2006 and held for ransom over the past month has been released by a group apparently associated with the hacking collective Anonymous.
Chinese Firm Seeking $38M, Apology From Apple
A Chinese company is seeking a $38 million fine and an apology from Apple for the Cupertino, California-based tech giant's use of the iPad name in China, various media outlets reported on Tuesday.
Siri Comprises 25% Of All Wolfram Alpha Searches
Apple’s Siri virtual assistant now accounts for one-quarter of all queries made on the computational search engine Wolfram Alpha, the New York Times reported on Monday in a profile of the search engine’s upcoming premium service.
Google Releases Beta Version Of Chrome For Some Android Devices
Google Inc. released on Tuesday a beta version of its Chrome browser for Android smartphones, although the software is only available for the one percent of Android devices running Android 4.0, also known as “Ice Cream Sandwich”.
Researchers Combine GPUs And CPUs In Single Chip
North Carolina State University researchers have developed a new technique that allows graphic processing units (GPUs) and central processing units (CPUs) on a single computer chip.
Glitch Lets Web Users Watch Video From Home Security Cameras
A seemingly minor coding glitch has created big problems for the popular webcam company Trendnet. A security breach in their home security cameras has allowed web users to access live feeds from some of the devices without entering in password information.
In-Flight Wifi Enabled For Some US Airlines
Regulations from the FAA have long forbidden cellphone calling while in flight, however there have been increasing demands from passengers for the option and government regulators are beginning to warm up to the idea of in-flight wifi, for an added fee of course.
Three Years After Deletion, Facebook Photos Still Online
Facebook admitted on Friday that it is completing a new system that makes deleting photos much quicker. However, an older system is still storing many images that users have deleted and assume are gone forever.
Google Unveils 'Solve for X' Site For Radical Thinkers
Google unveiled its new "Solve for X" website on Monday, describing it as a forum where big thinkers can gather to "hear and discuss radical technology ideas for solving global problems."
Global Smartphone Shipments Up 55%, iPhone Leads The Way
Global shipments of smartphones surged during the fourth quarter of 2011, with Apple Inc.’s iPhone 4S and Samsung’s Galaxy Nexus leading the way, International Data Corporation (IDC) reported on Monday.
Facebook Getting Ready To Tap Into Mobile Ad Market
According to recent reports, Facebook will be rolling out mobile advertisements before its Initial Public Offering goes live.
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