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Nasdaq Tops 3,000 for First Time Since 2000
The Nasdaq Composite Index briefly crossed the 3,000 mark Wednesday for the first time in 12 years, boosted by the European Central Bank's action to increase liquidity in the euro zone financial system and a better-than-expected revision to the U.S. quarterly economic growth.
Amazon Says Kindle Titles Exceed 100,000
Amazon (Nasdaq: AMZN), the world’s biggest e-retailer, said the number of titles for its Kindle owners lending library tablet family now exceeds 100,000, compared with only 5,000 last November.
iPad 3 Release Date Could be Delayed: Sources
Apple announced that it is expected to release its newest device, the iPad 3, a week from today. The new gadget has sparked a lot of chatter from the tech community, from its missing start button to its Retina display. However, there are speculations that the newest Apple craze may not actually be available for sale on March 7, according to ComputerWorld.
China Higher Court Hears Apple's iPad Appeal
Lawyers for Apple Inc. argued for its right to use the iPad trademark in China on Wednesday, as a higher court began a crucial hearing that could result in sales of the wildly popular tablet computer being halted throughout the Chinese mainland.
Top 10 Most Expensive iPad Apps: Are They Really Worth Buying?
There are tens of thousands of iPad apps in the Apple App Store, ranging from those that are free to those that cost a whopping $999! We all love free apps but what about the expensive apps? Check out the top most expensive iPad apps below. And decide for yourself whether they are worth their price.
iOS Apps May Steal Your Photos in iDevices, Fix Coming Soon
Another iOS security concern, when will it end? New to the scene is a security loophole in the way iOS allows users to share information about their location. An application that implements this feature could grab user photos for the developer’s viewing pleasure. We are not certain how this is happening, but at the moment, that doesn’t matter. What does matter, however, is how fast will Apple release a fix to combat the problem.
Motorola Voice Actions Pitted Against Siri and the Winner is...[VIDEO]
Motorola is out in full force and ready to compete directly with Apple, or better yet, Siri in this matter. Apple released its iPhone 4S smartphone back in Oct. 2011 to much disappointment and fanfare. Despite the phone lacking key features and a decent hardware boost, one little lady came to the rescue to set the iPhone 4S apart from everything else out on the market. Her name is Siri. However, now Motorola is gunning for Siri with videos of its own test, which claims Android Voice Actions is m...
Windows 8 Set to Unveil at MWC 2012: What to Expect
MWC 2012 is underway and although the Nokia PureView 808 has already stolen the show, our anticipation level for anything related to Windows 8 is still high. It was recently announced that a test version of the OS called Windows 8 Consumer Preview, would make its way to consumers on Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012. The full announcement should come at MWC along with a highlighting of the new features that never made it to the Developer Preview last year.
iPad 3 Releasing on March 7: Mystery of the Missing Home Button and Rumors Roundup
Apple has finally set the date for the grand release of its third generation iPad on March 7, and all Apple fans around the world are now on their toes. But the invitation, sent by the company to media organizations, has given rise to another set of speculations. The invitation includes an enhanced display that apparently lacks the traditional home button.
Aakash and Other Low-Cost BSNL Tablets Dominate Indian Market
The Aakash tablet, known as the world's cheapest tab and other low cost BSNL tablets are ruling the Indian tablet market. Check out the comparison of all these low-cost tabs.
HTC says to sell more smartphones in 2012
Taiwanese group HTC is confident new models coming to market in April will turn around the ailing fortunes of the world's No.5 smartphone maker, and help to boost its annual sales volumes above last year's level.
New Apple iPad Tablet Expected Next Week; Will it Have 4G Wireless Capability?
Apple Inc (AAPL.O) is hosting a media event next Wednesday, where it is expected to unveil a faster, better-equipped version of its popular iPad tablet to thwart increasing competition from deep-pocketed rivals. Experts expect it to have 4g wireless capability.
iPad 3 Release on March 7 Confirmed: Deciphering Clues Hidden in the Apple Invite
Apple has sent out invitations to an event scheduled for next Wednesday for the release of its third generation iPad. Although the invite didn't say anything about what the new iPad has in its store for us, many enthusiastic eyes have tried to decipher clues from the invite. Find out what is hidden in the invite.
iPad 3 Release Rumor: Does Apple Invitation Confirm Release of iTV Along With iPad?
Apple Inc.'s invitation sent on Tuesday for a March 7 event almost confirms the fact that the company is gearing up to unveil its new iPad 3 (or will it be iPad 2S?). As soon as the news of iPad 3 release hit the market, Apple enthusiasts were back at the rumor mills expecting the launch of a new Apple iTV along with the launch of the iPad 3 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco.
HTC shares soar, new phone models get upbeat reviews
Share of HTC Corp jumped on Wednesday after it launched its One series of models, taking the fight to Samsung Electronics and Apple Inc with fast graphic chips and advanced music and photography functions.
M&A angle seen in Yahoo patent demand on Facebook
Yahoo could be trying to boost its acquisition value by demanding licensing fees from Facebook for the use of its technology, as the one time Web-pioneer considers strategic M&A options, according to patent experts.
MOG not trying to sell itself: CEO
Digital music start-up MOG isn't actively trying to sell itself, its chief executive said on Tuesday, responding to a report that said his company is struggling in the competitive music subscription business.
Twitter expands mobile advertising
Twitter will expand its advertising program for the Apple Inc iPhone and Google Inc Android devices, hoping to better tap into its growing mobile user base and ramp up revenue.
Apple’s Market Capitalization on Brink of $500 Billion
Shares of Apple (NYSE: AAPL) briefly rose Tuesday to push the company’s market capitalization to a record $501 billion. Later, the shares closed at a record $536.41.
New, faster Apple iPad expected next week
Apple Inc is hosting a media event next Wednesday, where it is expected to unveil a faster, better-equipped version of its popular iPad tablet to thwart increasing competition from deep-pocketed rivals such as Amazon.com Inc.
Apple iPad 3 Release: Aatma's Beautiful Concept Design Features Edge-to-Edge Retina Display, Omits Home Button [VIDEO]
Apple finally announced on Tuesday that it will unveil its next-generation iPad -- the iPad 3 -- on Wednesday, March 7 in San Francisco. To celebrate the announcement, San Francisco-based 3D animation and design firm Aatma Studio conjured up a concept video of what the iPad 3 may look and feel like.
iPad 3 Release: Will Apple Plug Loophole that Allows Apps to Steal Photos Before March 7 Debut?
Apple apps on the iPhone, iPad and iTouch have been attacked for stealing users' contact info, and now it's been discovered they've even had access to users' photos. Given the Feb. 28 Apple announcement about a March 7 press conference, potential iPad 3 buyers may want to know how this latest controversy will affect Apple's newest product launch. There's a loophole that's been discovered for when people give an app permission to access location information.
Apple to hold special invitation-only event next week
Apple Inc plans to hold a special event next week where it is expected to unveil the latest version of its popular iPad tablet.
Apple Expected to Unveil New, Faster iPad March 7
Apple Inc is hosting a media event next Wednesday, where it is expected to unveil a faster, better-equipped version of its popular iPad tablet to thwart increasing competition from deep-pocketed rivals such as Amazon.com Inc.
iPad 3 Release March 7: Can Proview Dispute Stop Tech Juggernaut from Launching New Tablet?
Apple has its feet firmly on the ground though Proview is trying to drag the tech giant into the quicksand with the iPad trademark dispute which is brewing in China, and now in the U.S. The Cupertino-based company announced Tuesday that it will hold a special event on March 7 at Yerba Buena Center for the Art in San Francisco. The media invite for the event, which will kick off at 1pm ET, read, “We have something you really have to see. And touch.” The invite shows the bottom of a device, which...
iPad 3 Release March 7 San Francisco at 1PM ET Confirmed: Will the New Tablet be Pricier?
The next generation iPad is expected to debut on March 7 and Apple has sent out invitations to the media, which reads, “We have something you really have to see. And touch.” Apple has confirmed that the special event will be held at 1pm ET at the Yerba Beuna Center for the Art Theater in San Francisco. The invitation sent out has triggered a frenzy among Apple fans, who are all wondering what the new tablet will be like and what will be its price.
Apple to hold special invite-only event next week
Apple Inc plans to hold a special event next week where it is expected to unveil the latest version of its popular iPad tablet.
Apple to host event, new iPad expected
Apple Inc is hosting a media event next week where it is expected to unveil the latest version of its popular iPad tablet as it looks to thwart increasing competition from deep-pocketed rivals such as Amazon Inc.
iPad 3 Release March 7: New Tablet Shipping to U.S,, Best Buy Discounts iPad 2 by $50
The rumors about March 7 release of iPad 3 seem to be true. Apple.pro reported on Sina Weibo – the Chinese alternative to Twitter - that a shipment of iPad 3 has been sent from China to the U.S. These iPads were assembled in Foxconn factory located at Chendgu – the same place where ABC News Nightline team gave us an inside look. The transportation began on Feb. 26. These shipments will land at three different places in U.S – Chicago, L.A. and New York.
Apple iPad 3 Release Date is March 7 in NYC; Price, Launch Info Forthcoming [REPORT]
Apple will reportedly unveil its next-generation iPad -- presumably called iPad 3 -- next week in New York City. The lastest report comes from CNBC's Jon Fortt, who said on Tuesday that Apple will release a new iPad with a quad-core processor and 4G LTE capabilities.