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Google CEO: We Tried To Woo Nokia, Still Open To Partnership
Google tried to get Nokia to use Android, the CEO said.
Apple's App Store Still King, But Others Gaining Share
Google's Android Marketplace makes a huge jump in market share, but Apple's App Store is still way ahead of the pack.
Google CEO says tried hard to woo Nokia
Google tried hard to win Nokia over to its Android mobile platform before Nokia decided to throw its lot in with Microsoft, Google Chief Executive Eric Schmidt said.
Google Not Trying To Violate Privacy: Schmidt
New features relying on increased user information would only come with your permission the Google CEO said.
Nokia-Microsoft pact seen creating Google rival
Wireless industry executives mostly lauded the alliance between Nokia and Microsoft as good for competition and innovation, despite the stock market's disdain for the deal.
Lawsuit accuses Google of stealing trade secrets
NEW YORK, Feb 14 - Technology communications company VoIP Inc sued Google Inc. in New York Supreme Court on Monday, accusing the Internet giant of stealing its trade secrets related to online voice technology.
Twitter dismisses reports of Google interest
Reports that Google has held takeover talks with Twitter that value the microblogging site at as much as $10 billion are just a rumor, Chief Executive Dick Costolo said on Monday.
Google Launches Site-Blocking Extension Against Content Farms
The move comes shortly after major deals for Demand Media and The Huffington Post, which have been accused of harming search results.
LG Optimus Pad: What We Know
LG's entry in the tablet race is the 3D-ready, Android-equipped 8.9-inch Optimus Pad.
Egypt's military eyes constitutional referendum
Egypt's new military rulers have given indications of new moves to share power with civilians and rapidly to amend the constitution by popular referendum, opposition activists and a British minister said on Monday.
Who is Robert Indiana, designer behind Google’s Valentine’s Day Doodle?
Today is Valentine’s Day and Google has a Doodle, based on the design of Robert Indiana, to match the romantic holiday.
Motorola Mobility buys start-up 3LM for Android phones security push
Motorola Mobility announced the acquisition of Mountain View start-up Three Laws Mobility Inc. (3LM) to expand the security of phones running on Google’s Android mobile operating system.
Google unveils wedding planner site
Google just doesn't seem to be satisfied with giving information to people but has also released a new product, which allows couples to plan their marriage on google.com/weddings,
Egyptian activist creates image issues for Google
A Google Inc executive who has become a hero of the Egyptian revolution is public relations gold for the Internet power, but analysts say the company must be careful not to overplay its hand.
World reacts to Hosni Mubarak's resignation
Hosni Mubarak’s somewhat belated decision to resign as President of Egypt has elicited almost universal joy (mixed with caution) from leaders and prominent figures around the world:
Microsoft Unveils IE9 Release Candidate
Software giant Microsoft launched the release candidate of Internet Explorer 9 (IE9) with enhanced privacy features.
How Microsoft Gains From Nokia Deal?
The deal with Nokia is significant for Microsoft, which is trying hard to capture smartphone market share from the likes of iOS and Android.
Google in advanced talks to acquire Next New Networks: report
Google is in advanced talks to acquire video website Next New Networks, according to media reports.
Thomas Edison's Electric Bulb Lights on Google Doodle
For the first time, Google Inc. is celebrating American inventor Thomas Alva Edison's 164th birthday on February 11 with a new still moving doodle logo on its classic homepage featuring some of his best inventions.
Six Reasons Why Nokia Adopted WP7
It is official. Nokia will be adopting Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 as its new smartphone operating system (OS), a move that could be the beginning of a new era for the Finnish mobile giant.
Instant view: Nokia teams up with Microsoft, sets new targets
Nokia said on Friday it was teaming up with Microsoft to take on Google and Apple in the fast-growing smartphone market and set financial targets for the group.
Nokia-Microsoft Partnership [FULL TEXT]
Following is the full text of an open letter published by Nokia Chief Executive Stephen Elop, and Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
Google CEO sees signs of Internet bubble: report
There are clear signs of a new Internet bubble in corporate valuations, Google's chief executive Eric Schmidt said in an interview with a Swiss magazine on Thursday.
Google in talks to buy video maker Next New: source
Google Inc's YouTube is in talks to buy video producer Next New Networks, according to a person familiar with the discussions.
‘Do Not Track’ Comes To Latest Versions Of IE, Firefox
Both Mozilla with Firefox and Microsoft with Internet Explorer make 'Do Not Track' official on the most recent versions of their browser.
Market awaits bold strategy shift from Nokia's CEO
Nokia's wisdom in picking outsider Stephen Elop to return it to its former glory will be tested on Friday when the new chief executive reveals his plans to transform the world's biggest cellphone maker.
Why Facebook, Google Eyeing Twitter?
Micro blogging giant Twitter is said to have held low level acquisition talks with Google Inc. and Facebook.
MPAA warns Google on infringement notices
Google stands the risk of being disconnected from its primary source of bread and butter, the internet, if there is any bite to Motion Picture Association of America's (MPAA) warning that chides Google for copyright infringement.
Facebook, Google Reportedly Mulled Twitter Takeover
Micro blogging giant Twitter is said to have held low level acquisition talks with Google Inc. (Nasdaq: GOOG) and Facebook.
Facebook and Google size up takeover of Twitter: report
Google Inc and Facebook Inc, plus others, have held low level takeover talks with Twitter that give the Internet sensation a value as high as $10 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported.


