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Google's Page says Android important, not critical
The Android smartphone operating system is a very important asset for Google, but it is not critical, Google's chief executive said in courtroom testimony.
Oracle trial against Google turns into CEO day
The chief executives of Oracle Corp and Google Inc took center stage in court on Tuesday as Google's lawyers argued Oracle is trying to hitch a ride on Google's success after abandoning the idea of building its own smartphone.
Google says Oracle should not get piece of Android
Oracle Corp is trying to obtain a share of Android by asserting its intellectual property rights even though it had nothing to do with the development of the smartphone operating system, an attorney for Google said in court.
Oracle pondered buying RIM, Palm in phone move: CEO
Oracle Corp Chief Executive Larry Ellison said the software maker had considered building its own smartphone to compete with Apple Inc and Google Inc, but decided it was a bad idea after a weeks-long cost and market analysis.
Is Gmail Down? Many Users Experiencing Service Issues on Google Mail
Gmail is down for many users, as thousands of people reported Tuesday that they were experiencing service issues on the Google mail site.
'The Cabin In The Woods' Review: Weirdest Movie Of The Year?
The Cabin in the Woods will likely be the weirdest movie you see all year. Best way to describe it: a gorier I Know What You Did Last Summer meets The Matrix.
Oracle says Google use of Java was intentional
Google Inc's decision to use Oracle Corp's intellectual property for its Android operating system was no accident but rather a conscious move made at the highest levels of the company, an attorney for Oracle said in court.
Oracle-Google trial may reveal financial details
Jury selection in a high-stakes dispute over smartphone technology between Oracle Corp and Google Inc kicked off on Monday morning, starting a trial that could reveal financial details about the Android operating system.
Oracle suit vs. Google over Android hits trial
Jury selection in a high-stakes dispute over smartphone technology between Oracle Corp and Google Inc is set to begin here on Monday morning, kicking off a trial in which both companies' chief executives are set to take the stand.
Google fined $25,000 for impeding FCC investigation
Google Inc has been fined $25,000 for impeding a U.S. investigation into the Web search leader's data collection for its Street View project, which allows users to see street level images when they map a location.
Moody's Downgrades Nokia's Rating, Says Transition Challenging
Moody’s Investors Service on Monday downgraded the rating of Finland-based mobile maker Nokia from Baa3 to Baa2, a move in response to the company’s announcement of sharp decline in mobile sales in the first quarter this year.
Google Shares Fall After FCC Seeks Fine On Privacy Invasions Claims
Shares of Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), the No. 1 search engine, fell after the U.S. Federal Communications Commission said it had tried to impede a privacy investigation.
Web freedom facing greatest threat: Google founder
The principles of openness and universal access that underpinned the Internet's creation are facing their greatest-ever threat, the co-founder of Google Sergey Brin said in an interview published by Britain's Guardian newspaper on Monday.
Technology Focus: Did You Make As Much As Tim Cook Last Year?
As U.S. taxpayers complete their income tax forms, few had as good a 2011 as new Apple CEO Tim Cook, whose compensation now is valued above $600 million.
Google stock drops 4 percent as advertisement rates fall again
Google Inc shares tumbled 4 percent on Friday as Wall Street ignored the Internet search giant's plans to split its stock and focused on a decline in advertising rates and other worrisome business trends.
Google Glasses: Hacker Creates 'Project Glass' Eyewear, Watch Homemade Goggles In Action [VIDEO]
On April 4th Google unveiled its latest venture, “Project Glass,” showcasing eyeglasses that will allow users to interact with their environments. The search engine giant launched a video demonstrating how the futuristic eyewear will work, but no expected release date has been revealed to the public.
Facebook Battles Google For Email Dominance
Facebook is announcing a service that will sync Facebook Timeline usernames with Facebook email usernames.
Google Shares Ease After Split News, Upgrades
Shares of Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), the No. 1 search engine eased slightly in Friday trading despite announcing an initial stock split and some analyst price upgrades.
Oracle kicks off busy trial season against Google
Oracle Corp is set to go to trial next week against Google Inc in a high-stakes dispute over smartphone technology, the biggest case in what is shaping up to be an intense year in court for the enterprise software giant.
Google stock split helps Page, Brin maintain grip
Google Inc announced a stock split designed to preserve the control of co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin over the world's No. 1 Web search engine, asking investors to trust their long-term vision.
Wall Street rallies as global fears ebb, Google up late
U.S. stocks scored a second day of solid gains on Thursday, led by materials and energy stocks, as investors set aside weak figures on the domestic labor market.
Google plans stock split; results spur relief
Google Inc announced a stock split designed to preserve the control of co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin over the No. 1 Web search engine, as it posted revenue in line with estimates.
Microsoft wins its biggest cloud computing client
Microsoft announced its biggest-ever customer for cloud computing - software that it hosts on behalf of clients and delivers over the Internet - after winning a contract to provide free services to a major Indian education body.
Wall Street climbs as global fears ebb, Google up late
Stocks scored a second day of solid gains on Thursday, led by materials and energy stocks, as investors set aside weak figures on the domestic labor market.
Google’s 2-for-1 Stock Split: How It Will Work
Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), the No. 1 search engine, announced an unusual stock split Thursday when it published its first quarter financial results. In effect, it will trim the stock’s price from its current $651.01 in half, while doubling the number of shares.
Google announces stock dividend
Google Inc announced plans to give investors a stock dividend on Thursday, as the search giant reported first quarter revenue roughly in line with Wall Street estimates.
Google 1Q Earnings Beat Estimate; Announces Stock Split
Google reported first-quarter financial results that beat analysts' estimates by a wide margin.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Coupe Gets New Direction With Google Maps [PHOTOS]
More and more car manufacturers are going fancy over the in-built car technology trend which focuses on cutting edge features like Windows 8 integration, Xbox, Kinect and others. Similarly, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing Coupe is a recent addition to this basket of tech equipped cars.
Anderson Cooper Giggles Uncontrollably On Air… Again! [VIDEO]
Anderson Cooper might be one of the most renowned journalists in broadcast journalism but he is not immune to a case of the giggles. The CNN host fell into a fit of giggles while reciting The RidicuList on his show Anderson Cooper 360° which included the festival of Dyngus Day. And it was all caught on video.
US Futures Up Ahead Of Jobs, Trade Data
Futures on major US indices point to a higher opening Thursday ahead of key weekly jobless claims and February trade balance reports from the government.


