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Toymakers look to 80s, apps and Facebook for hits

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:21:06 EST

Coming off a year in which U.S. toy sales fell 2 percent, toymakers and buyers at the 109th American Toy Fair in New York are looking for the elusive runaway hit that failed to materialize in 2011.

Grammys 2012: Where to Live Stream the Show and Backstage Action

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:07:11 EST

The countdown to the 54th annual Grammy Awards is nearly over with just hours until the show kicks off.

Technology Focus: Cyber Threats Outrun Y2K Challenges, Disaster Scenarios

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:28:38 EST

Turn the clock back 13 years to 1999. Seek out the Chief Information Officer of every large business. What was the big worry? Y2K.

iPhone 5: Top 10 Most-Anticipated Features

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:06:15 EST

As the release date for what is surely one of the most anticipated gadgets of the year (the rumored iPhone 5) is spoken about with greater intensity, speculations regarding features and specifications take precedence.

Top 5 Siri Alternatives for Your iPhone and Other Smartphones

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 06:17:39 EST

The Android and iOS markets are buzzing with voice-powered software applications. Some of these applications, though inspired from Apple's Siri, take voice assistance feature in smartphones to the next level.

Philippines Overhauling Disaster Management System

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:54:50 EST

Aided by the World Food Programme (WFP), the Philippine government's Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is undertaking a $46,000 customization of open-source software, Sahana, which is commonly used in disaster relief to develop a national Relief Goods Inventory and Monitoring System (RGIMS).

Apple Seeks U.S. Ban on Samsung Galaxy Nexus

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:45:33 EST

Samsung is once again in the thick of a legal wrangle with Apple. The Cupertino, Calif.-based tech giant invoked a preliminary injunction against the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, on Thursday, at a U.S. court.

iOS 5 Jailbreak: Top 10 iDevice Apps and Tweaks

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:31:44 EST

The very intent of jailbreaking your iDevice is to get the most out of iOS 5. There are some pretty fabulous apps and tweaks available for Apple devices in the market.

Pinterest: 5 Things to Know about the New Social-Media Platform

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:27:31 EST

Pinterest recently became one of the top five social networks on the Web in terms of weekly visits. For a quick rundown of all the things you need to know about Pinterest, we've gathered the most pertinent information about the hottest new social-media platform on the Web.

Apple Seeks US Ban on Samsung Galaxy Nexus: Where’s the Bitter Patent War Heading?

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 01:02:18 EST

Apple is seeking a preliminary injunction against the official Ice Cream Sandwich Android OS device which the South Korean electronics giant has developed in collaboration with Google.

Japan's Fanuc to build machine tools factory: report

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:28:04 EST

Japan industrial robot maker Fanuc Ltd <6954.T> plans to build a new factory near Tokyo to double its domestic output capacity of machine tools to produce parts of smart phones by the end of the year, the Nikkei financial daily reported on Sunday.

Rotten Apple: Slave-labor Workers Overseen by Company Director Al Gore

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 22:04:03 EST

Is there anyone on the planet who hasn't read of the spate of suicides, worker deaths and accidents at the Chinese plants owned by Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industries, better known as Foxconn?.

Apple iPad 3 Rumors: iPad Mini Set to Challenge Amazon Fire in 2012?

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:52:16 EST

Speaking to Computerworld, technology analyst Ezra Gottheil said he expects Apple to roll out a smaller 7-inch iPad sometime after debuting the iPad 3.

Europeans Take Action on the Web Piracy Treaty ACTA

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:00:09 EST

Tens of thousands of protesters took part in rallies across Europe on Saturday against an international Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement they fear will curb their freedom to download movies and music for free and encourage Internet surveillance by governments.

Kim Jong-Un: The Assassination That Never Happened

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:59:00 EST

From what I have seen, North Asian media has given the sensational rumors scant coverage.

Retouching Photos: When to Stop Chasing Perfection?

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:59:30 EST

How many of us would agree that we are all tempted and maybe we almost always do a little bit of retouching to our pictures before we upload them on networking sites for our friends to see? Well, it's no secret, but almost all of us have done it.

Google Wallet Has Security Risk: Researchers

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:52:04 EST

Security researchers said they found vulnerability in the Google Inc mobile payments platform which is currently available in phones sold by Sprint Nextel Corp. They said that Google Wallet has security risk.

iPad 3 Rumors: A March Release? What Features to Really Expect

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:46:44 EST

It is looking increasingly certain that the iPad 3 (if that is what it will be called) will be released soon, as sources have told the media that Apple will debut the successor to the iPad 2 in the first week of March, during one of its special events in San Francisco.

Apple Takes Motorola to Court over Patent War

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:39:04 EST

Apple sued Motorola Mobility in a U.S. court on Friday in an attempt to stop Motorola from asserting some patent claims against Apple in Germany, according to the lawsuit.

Meet Sara, the Siri Alternative That Works on All iDevices

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:58:33 EST

Until now, the best way to install Siri on iOS devices other than the iPhone 4S has been "Spire." Thanks to a Vietnamese dev team, users now can install if not Siri, but an apparently much more advanced alternative, "Sara," in all iOS devices.

Top 5 Android Tablets

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:05:43 EST

Apple's iPad 3 is likely to be launched in near future. However, if you not ready to wait for the next generation iPad, you have a long list of Android-running tablets to choose. These tablets come with amazing features, stylish looks and a reasonable price tag.

Unreal Engine 4 Arriving in 2012? [VIDEO]

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:50:55 EST

Epic Games could be ready to unveil its Unreal Engine 4 before 2013.

Valentine's Day 2012 Special: Google This for a Mathematical Surprise

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:12:15 EST

A new Google trick has emerged on the eve of the Valentine's Day that will allow romantic math geeks to offer a heart made of numbers and equations to their beloved.

Kindle Fire: Amazon to Launch New Bigger Model with 9-Inch Display

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:45:26 EST

Rumors are rife that Apple is all set to launch its next generation iPad, but the Android lovers should not lose heart as Amazon is also anticipated to release two versions of its flagship Kindle Fire, one of which will be bigger than the existing Fire, AllThingsD has reported.

Google Wallet a security risk: researchers

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:28:05 EST

Security researchers said they found a vulnerability in the Google Inc mobile payments platform which is currently available in phones sold by Sprint Nextel Corp.

CIA Web Site Hacked, Anonymous Claims Responsibility

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:42:20 EST

The site went offline since Friday night even as Anonymous posted messages on its Twitter page claiming that the URL was hacked.

iPad 3 Rumors: 5 Realistic Expectations of Next Apple Tablet

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:08:33 EST

If you're feeling dizzy from the stream of iPad 3 rumors circulating the web rest assured, because it's likely Apple will drown out the hearsay by unveiling its next generation tablet in early March.

Toymakers gear up for year of the "AppCessory"

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:12 EST

Having found this holiday season that they cannot beat iPad, iPhone and iPod, toymakers have decided to join them, lining up a host of playthings that come to life when hooked up to the devices, gadgets that kids love to play with.

Apple sues Motorola Mobility over Qualcomm license

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:42:07 EST

Apple sued Motorola Mobility in a U.S. court on Friday over a patent license agreement between Motorola and Qualcomm, according to a copy of the lawsuit.

U.S. IT Jobs Market: Can it Survive Globalization?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:35:54 EST

Like many other sectors, the U.S. IT jobs market has been threatened by armies of smart, skilled and English-speaking professionals from emerging market countries like India, Pakistan and Russia.

#FedValentines Goes Viral on Twitter

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:16:38 EST

Economically inclined Twitter users flocked to the hashtag #FedValentines on Friday, pairing references to the Federal Reserve with the romantic holiday, which arrives on Tuesday.

Groupon: Can It Recover From Its Disappointing Week on Wall Street?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:59:13 EST

After a tough week on Wall St. following a disappointing earnings report, questions are being asked about the daily deal company's longterm strategy

BlackBerry out at U.S. climate agency, iPhone in

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:14:10 EST

Research In Motion's BlackBerry smartphone has struggled to win over U.S. consumers but the Canadian company has long been able to rely on the loyalty of corporate and government clients who depend on its secure email. No more.

Grammys 2012: Event Live Stream Kicks Off Friday, How to Tune in

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:27:11 EST

The Grammys 2012 Award ceremony may not start until Sunday, but the party begins on Friday with parties, news events and updates that can all be live streamed through Facebook's "GRAMMY Live" app.

EU expected to approve Google's Motorola deal: sources

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:35:09 EST

Google Inc is expected to win approval next week from European regulators as well as U.S. antitrust authorities for its planned $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility , according to people familiar with the matter.

Sprint CEO Remark Spurs Talk of T-Mobile Bid

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:28:05 EST

Sprint CEO Dan Hesse said his company might benefit from the collapse of the AT&T bid for T-Mobile USA.

EU seen approving Google's Motorola deal - sources

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:28:04 EST

Google Inc is expected to win approval next week from European regulators as well as U.S. antitrust authorities for its planned $12.5 billion (7.9 billion pound) purchase of Motorola Mobility, according to people familiar with the matter.

Father Shoots Daughter's Laptop, Posts Video on Facebook: ‘Get Off Your Lazy A**'’ [VIDEO]

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:25:21 EST

"That right there is your laptop. This right here is my .45."

PS Vita Games: Price Drop for Digital Downloads Confirmed

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:43:20 EST

Sony is offering consumers the opportunity to buy PS Vita games at a discounted price if they purchase their games online through the Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) in an effort to increase sales and cut out middle men like video game retailer Game Stop.

Oracle vs. SAP: What’s Left After Taleo Buyout?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:42:14 EST

Now that perennial slugfest rivals Oracle and SAP have snapped up more human-resources software providers for the cloud, what’s left?

Anti-Acta Day of Action Looms: What's the Hubbub About?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:21:33 EST

With the Anti-Acta 11 February Day of Action looming, the International Business Times UK looks at why Anonymous, the Pirate Party and activists in general are so up in arms.

Apple iPad 3 Release: Why You Should Expect an iPad 2S

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:13:00 EST

Apple is busy prepping its next iPad, presumably called the iPad 3, for an early March unveiling. But even though this will be Apple's third iPad, there's a good chance the hype machine is actually promoting an iPad 2S.

Google Reportedly Developing Home Entertainment System

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:57:45 EST

Google is preparing to enter the home entertainment industry and, for the first time, market hardware entirely in its own name.

Kylie Minogue Alerts Police to Twitter Stalker, He's Not Her First

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:34:47 EST

Australian pop sensation Kylie Minogue has alerted police about threating messages she has been receiving from a stalker on Twitter.

Boston Police Poke the Anonymous Bear: Officers Answer Lulz with Sarcasm [VIDEO]

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:58:02 EST

Responding to Anonymous hackers' recent attack on its www.bpdnews.com website, the Boston Police Department has released its own video mocking the collective.

Microsoft Dominates Sony: Xbox 360 Beats PS3 Sales in Global Sales

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:09:08 EST

Cementing its lead as the world's favourite console, Microsoft's Xbox 360 has claimed the US sales top-spot, outselling Sony's PlayStation 3 (PS3).

Asma Assad's Defaced Website a Hoax

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:07:11 EST

Website claiming to be defaced official blog of Syria's first fady is fake, International Business Times UK discovers.

Alibaba's Jack Ma Faces Big Yahoo Test

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:06:39 EST

If anyone can pull off the labyrinthine deal between Alibaba Group and Yahoo Inc, it is Jack Ma, who founded the e-commerce group and within a decade unlocked China's huge online shopping potential.

Samsung Galaxy S3 vs HTC Zeta: Stiff Quad-Core Battle Ahead

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:57:07 EST

The journey for Galaxy S3 will not be as smooth as Samsung hopes because HTC is all set to release the Zeta smartphone anytime soon.

Samsung's Big Girl Galaxy Note Looking for Love: Pink Model Leaked

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:52:59 EST

Samsung's plus-sized beauty the Galaxy Note is reportedly set to get a make-over, with new pics suggesting the device will soon be available in pink.