Netflix Stories
Verizon to Buy Netflix? Views on the Street Differ
A rumor that Verizon will buy Netflix is flying around, pushing up Netflix shares by 6.2 percent to $75.26 on Monday. The stock continues to rise Tuesday, with Netflix trading up $1.20 to $76.16 in early-afternoon trading.
Pre-Market NASDAQ Movers (URBN, DMND, NFLX, ARNA, DRYS, CLWR, SQQQ, AMZN)
The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market gainers are: Urban Outfitters, Diamond Foods, Netflix, Arena Pharma, DryShips and Clearwire. The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market losers are: ProShares UltraPro Short and Amazon.
Nook Color Update Turns E-Reader into Tablet Mode: New Apps Added
With such new enhancements and improved performance, the Nook Color seems to be more like a tablet than an e-reader. Priced at $199, B&N has proved there's a market for low cost tablets that provide high content features.
Imitation Game tops 2011 Black List
The Imitation Game, Graham Moore's story of a British World War II cryptographer who poisoned himself after being criminally prosecuted for being gay, tops this year's Hollywood Black List of best unproduced scripts of 2011.
Netflix Stock Jumps on Verizon Buyout Rumor
Netflix shares are up strongly on speculation that Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) might buy the company to enter the streaming video business.
Green Monday 2011: Deals from Amazon.com, Target.com, Verizon + More
Green Monday 2011 deals from Amazon, Target, Verizon and more!
Angry Birds Rio, Online, Barnes & Noble, iPhone -- Rovio Game is Red-Hot
Angry Birds was the first game released for Apple's iOS system in December 2009, and since then it has sold millions of versions. Players of the game use a slingshot to launch the round, red, wingless birds at pigs on or within different structures with the aim of destroying all on the playing field.
Apple iPhone, iPad: Angry Birds Most Popular Paid-For App 2011 (Complete Lists)
Facebook was the top free app for the iPhone in Apple's store thus far in 2011, and Twitter, Skype and Groupon were also among the Top Free iPhone Apps.
Can Streaming Cure the CW's Ratings Woes?
Third in a series on fall ratings gainers and losers.
Kurt Sutter on the season 4 finale of Sons of Anarchy
Sons of Anarchy wrapped its fourth and most successful season Tuesday night, and SAMCRO leader, well, now former leader, Clay (Ron Perlman) managed to end the season alive, but stripped of his SAMCRO president patch by new leader Jax.
VOD distributor Gravitas Ventures eyes China with new unit
Video on demand supplier Gravitas Ventures is expanding its international operation with an eye toward Asia.
Video Streaming: Verizon's Potential Entry May Hurt Netflix
According to Jeffries, Verizon Communications Inc.'s (NYSE: VZ) standalone video streaming service, which is expected to launch in 2012, could be another potential competitor for Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX).
Verizon to Take on Netflix with Web Service
Verizon Communications Inc plans to launch a standalone service allowing customers to stream movies and television shows over the Web, in a fresh challenge to Netflix Inc and the traditional cable TV business, according to several people briefed on the plan.
Exclusive: Verizon to take on Netflix with Web service
Verizon Communications Inc plans to launch a standalone service allowing customers to stream movies and television shows over the Web, in a fresh challenge to Netflix Inc and the traditional cable TV business, according to several people briefed on the plan.
Xbox live unveils latest cable challenge
Microsoft is the latest technology giant to storm cable's barricades.
USPS Ends Next-Day Mail: The Impact for Consumers and Companies That Depend on it
The United States Postal Service announced steps Monday to eliminate its next-day delivery of First Class mail in an effort to avoid bankruptcy in 2012.
Amazon Prime vs. Netflix vs. Hulu Plus: What Is The Best Online Streaming Deal?
We take a look at Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu Plus and Vudu to check out the best online streaming deal based on selection, price and user friendliness.
Microsoft Xbox TV: A Platform That Answers to Motion, Voice Commands (VIDEO)
The interface will be available on Tuesday.
How-To Get The Most Out of Your Kindle Fire: Top 10 Tips And Tricks
We bring you top ten tricks and tips for making your new Kindle Fire an powerful and streamlined tool, including how-to save battery power, how-to download books for free, how-to download Android apps on the Kindle Fire, how-to check your memory, how-to search for specific words in an eBook and more.
Why Netflix is Broken and How to Fix it
Netflix, the online DVD rental firm, is in trouble as it is losing subscribers since it raised its prices in September, a move that will force it to spend more on marketing and report a loss in 2012, triggering investor concerns over its business model.
Nook Tablet or Nook Color?: Barnes & Noble Battle
If this is the year of the e-reader, then you might be wondering what the difference is between these two devices beyond the $50 price tag. The big difference is in the hardware. You get a faster processor with more memory, a better battery and more on board storage on the Nook Tablet.
Market Update: Dow, S&P Up on Positive Consumer Confidence Report, NASDAQ Down on Declining Tech Stocks
At mid-day Tuesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 65.47 points to 11,588.48, up 0.57 percent from the previous session's close. The benchmark S&P 500 Index was at 1,198.66 points, up 6.11, or 0.51 percent. The NASDAQ index was down 0.28 percent, or 7.10 points, to 2,520.24.
Pre-Market NASDAQ Movers (MAGS, STX, CEDC, ONXX, GOLD, RIMM, TLAB, ASML, NFLX, MSFT)
The top pre-market NASDAQ Stock Market gainers are: Magal Security Systems, Seagate Technology, Central European Distribution, Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Randgold Resources, and Research In Motion. The top pre-market NASDAQ Stock Market losers are: Tellabs, ASML Holding, Netflix, and Microsoft.
S&P Cuts Netflix Credit Rating on Concerns Over Subscriber Growth, Content Costs
S&P cut the credit rating of the Los Gatos, Calif.-based company to BB- from BB. Its outlook remains stable.
Pre-Market NASDAQ Movers (MPEL, AMRN, DRYS, MU, NFLX, DNDN, SODA, GMCR, GOLD, GLBL)
The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market gainers are: Melco Crown Entertainment, Amarin, DryShips, Micron Technology, Netflix, Dendreon, SodaStream International, and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. The top pre-market NASDAQ stock market losers are: Randgold Resources, and Global Industries.
Amazon: Best Black Friday Ever for Kindle Family, Kindle Fire Bestselling Product for 8 Weeks Running
Amazon Inc. has announced that this Black Friday was the best ever for the Kindle family, as the Kindle Fire remained the bestselling product since its introduction 8 weeks ago.
Netflix Estimates Revised at Jefferies
Jefferies revised its estimates for Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) due to revised guidance and capital raise. The brokerage lowered its price target on shares of Netflix to $75 from $90, while maintaining its hold rating.
Stocks Suffers Worst Week in 2 Months on Europe Woes
Stocks posted seven straight sessions of losses on Friday, ending the worst week in two months, as the lack of a credible solution to Europe's debt crisis kept investors away from risky assets.
Stocks suffer worst week in 2 months on Europe woes
Stocks posted seven straight sessions of losses on Friday, ending the worst week in two months, as the lack of a credible solution to Europe's debt crisis kept investors away from risky assets.
Wall St. suffers worst week in 2 months on Europe woes
Stocks posted seven straight sessions of losses on Friday, ending the worst week in two months, as the lack of a credible solution to Europe's debt crisis kept investors away from risky assets.


