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Cloud wars thicken: Google Docs woos Microsoft Office users with a plug-in
As cloud wars between Google and Microsoft intensify, Google has thrown a bait at Microsoft users by announcing the launch of a plug-in that enables users to sync their Microsoft Office docs with Google docs.
Viacom Content Blocked On Google TV
Viacom becomes the latest to block its content from Google TV
Google says ready to delete personal data collected by Street View Cars
Google will no more use its Street View Cars technology to collect information and said on Sunday it is ready to delete all personal data collected by Street View cars.
After Google, Apple folds under carrier pressure; halts SIM integrated iPhone plan
After Google failed to bypass carriers with Nexus One, Apple couldn't resist carrier pressure and folded its plans to weave the SIM card into the hardware in partnership with Gemalto.
Perk up tech savvy with Google's new online guidebook on browsers and Web
If you still didn't know what a cookie is and are shy to ask for fear of being seen as a neo-Luddite, you now have Google's help! Or, if you wanted to know how you could protect yourself on the Web or what happens if a truck runs over your laptop, get the answer's from the horse's mouth. Google has now launched an online guidebook called '20 things I learned about Browsers and the Web.'
Google Plays Down Facebook Rivalry, Says Social Media Part Of Strategy
Internet search engine Google has played down its rivalry with social networking site Facebook, but said social media was part of its strategy and would be embedded in many of its products.
Facebook’s Value Potential Comes Down To Revenue
Facebook has to stabilize its revenue if it is to reach the $41 billion value cited in some reports.
Back to basics, the Google way
Google's interactive online book simplifies concepts like TCP/IP, HTML language, browser techniques and the threat of malware while on the Net. Titled '20 Things I Learned About Browsers and the Web', the short HTPL5-compliant explains how the web works in a step-by-step manner.
Report: Google Sniffing A Groupon Buy
Several reports indicate Groupon and Google might soon be one.
IBM's new storage architecure to beef up data analytics speed
IBM unveiled its new storage architecture that doubles the analytics processing speed specifically suited for cloud computing and data intensive workloads.
How much iPhone worth as standalone business?
iPhone, just three years old and already attained cult status, has catapulted Apple (AAPL) to one of the largest technology companies in the world.
Larry's sensitive about Sun's assets; Oracle sues hardware partner Multis
Hardware partners beware, lock your warehouses or get sued. Oracle filed a suit against Multis on Nov. 9 at U.S. District Court for Northern District of California, for breach of contract under which they were liable for losses, if they failed to secure the partner's hardware.
Facebook not sure if it is 100 pct right in preventing Gmail
Facebook is not sure if it's “100 per cent right” in preventing Google’s Gmail and other third party apps from automatically importing email addresses from the social-networking service.
Hulu Plus launched at sliced rate of $7.99, but is it enough to save Hulu?
Hulu has announced the launch of its Hulu Plus subscription service, shaving $2 off from the preview price at $9.99 showcased in July.
iPad content 'mundane' and 'boring-looking', says RIM
Research In Motion (RIM), maker of BlackBerry smartphones, took potshots at Apple on Tuesday, saying the content on the iPad is 'mundane' and 'boring-looking' and that its PlayBook is superior to the Apple tablet on all counts.
Google sashays fashion street with Boutiques.com
Google just doesn't seem to be satisfied with tech walk but also loves to sashay down the high end fashion street with a catwalk. Well, if you are wondering what it is?
Google Voice app now on Apple iPhone; Did Android play a hand?
Apple has relented after 16 months of dogged resistance to keep Google Voice app out of its Apps Store. Now the exiled app is here and available for iPhone users.
Why Facebook can't kill e-mail?
Here are three of the several reasons why Facebook can't kill e-mail with its newly launched message service, which was floated to be the 'Gmail Killer'.
Android 2.3 could replace credit card, says Google CEO
The forthcoming Android 2.3 operating system will support near-field communication chips for mobile payments, leading to the launch of hundreds of mobile payment startups, according to Google CEO Eric Schmidt.
Amazon's rival in the making: Google spruces up Product Search features
Google has spruced up Product Search ahead of Christmas and added a feature that lists local stores where the products are in-stock.
Facebook Debuts New Messaging Service
New service from Facebook will combine email, SMS and instant messaging into one platform.
Facebook's new messaging platform not a 'Gmail killer', but can Google relax?
Facebook unveiled its next evolution of Messages, a seamless messaging platform that weaves e-mail, chat and SMS to offer an integrated communication service.
Is Google about to launch fashion portal?
Tech websites are abuzz with talk about Google preparing to launch its own e-commerce site and upgrade its shopping services to emerge as a force to reckon with in the multi-billion dollar online shopping business.
Google, Internet's guardian angel, takes on control-freak capitals
Google has donned the cloak of Internet's guardian angel once again, condemning the 'digital disruptions' that some governments unleash and calling for new trade rules to prevent countries from setting up intractable 'trade barriers' of a new kind.
Riding on Like.com, Google to launch Boutiques.com for fashion
An event on Wednesday of high fashion in fusion with the high tech will test Google's foray into the world fashion.
Life in a glass house: Privacy goes for a toss in the age of invasive 'data mining'
'Mining' has been a word mainly attached to coal, ores, minerals and metals -- all precious commodities. However, since social networking emerged as the latest fad, the word has gotten precious with a prefix - data mining.
Facebook's 'Gmail Killer' email service could be launched on Monday
Facebook's very own web-based email has been a slithery sensation in the back of Google's mind ever since rumors about the 'Project Titan' started doing the rounds. Now it looks like the chimera is closer in the backyard and the sound of dead leaves and twigs getting crushed under its feet is more audible than ever.
40,000 units of Windows Phone 7 handsets sold on launch day
According to reports in tech websites, Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 handsets sold 40,000 units on Monday, the day they were launched in the U.S.
Most online cancer content may confuse readers
Sixty-five percent of Internet-based cancer news contain language that may contribute to public uncertainty about the disease, a new research found.
Microsoft Launches Kinect
Having faced multiple hardware debacles ranging from Zune to Kin, Microsoft is out to prove naysayers false with its Xbox add-on Kinect, a motion sensor and voice recognition technology-based device that allows users to control games and movies with gestures and voice.


