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Sony will change, grow in mobile, medical: CEO
Less than a fortnight into his job as CEO, Kazuo Hirai on Thursday sketched out a revival strategy for Sony Corp built around mobile electronics - phones, games and cameras - and a medical business with annual sales of $1.2 billion.
Sony will change: CEO; to grow in mobile, medical
Less than a fortnight into his job as CEO, Kazuo Hirai on Thursday sketched out a revival strategy for Sony Corp built around mobile electronics - phones, games and cameras - and a medical business with annual sales of $1.2 billion.
Toshiba Excite 13 Vs. Other Android Tablets: Is Bigger Not Always Better?
Bigger is always better, they say, and following on the same lines, Toshiba has recently announced the launch of its latest tablet with a gigantic screen size, delivering more screen real estate than any other tablet on the market. Yes, it's none other than Toshiba Excite 13. In addition to this, the company has also launched two new tablets in the Excite lineup series -- Excite 10 and Excite 7.7.
Asian Stocks Decline As Europe Concerns Resurface
Asian stock markets declined Wednesday, following an overnight slump in Wall Street as surge in Spain’s borrowing costs reignited concern over the eurozone debt crisis.
Sony Losses 2011: Loss Projection Doubles To Record $6.4 Billion; Why Hirai Should Fire The Board
Not 24 hours after Sony announced it would slash about 10,000 jobs -- about six percent of its global workforce -- by the end of the year, the Japanese electronics maker announced on Tuesday that it has again doubled its annual net loss to a record $6.4 billion.
Sony sees record $6.4 billion loss on tax hit
Japan's Sony Corp flagged a record $6.4 billion annual net loss, double an earlier forecast and a fourth straight year of red ink, as it writes off deferred tax credits, heaping more pressure on its new CEO to turn around the electronics giant.
US Stock Futures Flat After String Of Losses
Stock index futures were little changed on Tuesday as S&P 500 futures found support near their 50-day moving average following four days of losses on the benchmark index.
US Futures Flat After String Of Losses
Stock index futures were little changed on Tuesday as S&P 500 futures found support near their 50-day moving average following four days of losses on the benchmark index.
Sony Suffers Record $6.4 Billion Net Loss in 2011, More Than Double Previous Forecasts
Japan's Sony Corp. said it expects a record a $6.4 billion net loss, more than double previous forecasts, in its just-ended fiscal year, with over half of that amount ($3.6 billion) coming from write-offs of tax credits in the U.S.
US Stock Index Futures Rise; Alcoa Results Eyed
U.S. stock index futures pointed to a higher open on Wall Street on Tuesday that would halt a four-session losing streak, with futures for the S&P 500 up 0.32 percent, Dow Jones futures up 0.34 percent and Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.44 percent at 0845 GMT.
Asian Stock Markets: Nikkei Closes Down After BoJ; China Shares Rise
Most Asian stocks ended lower Tuesday, following a slump in the Wall Street overnight as disappointing March employment report raised concerns about the strength of recovery in the world’s biggest economy.
Joel McHale 1-Ups Nintendo In 'Viral' Commercial: Why The 3DS Needs All The Marketing Help It Can Get
Do you like gorgeous supermodels? Intense stare-downs? Then Nintendo's latest ad for the 3DS, starring Joel McHale, is exactly the cure that ails you. More importantly, this is the mushroom boost Nintendo needs to get people talking about its products again.
Sony to ax 10,000 jobs in turnaround bid: Nikkei
Japan's Sony Corp is cutting 10,000 jobs, about 6 percent of its global workforce, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday, as new CEO Kazuo Hirai looks to steer the electronics and entertainment giant back to profit after four years in the red.
Masters Winner Bubba Watson: 5 Things To Know About Golf's Newest Star
Masters winner Bubba Watson is golf's newest star. Here are 5 things to know about the inspational PGA Tour talent.
Sony to axe 10,000 jobs in turnaround bid: Nikkei
Japan's Sony Corp is cutting 10,000 jobs, about 6 percent of its global workforce, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday, as new CEO Kazuo Hirai looks to steer the electronics and entertainment giant back to profit after four years in the red.
Wii U Release Date: Price May Be Nearly Twice The Production Cost, 'More Focus On Downloadable Content'
Nintendo’s upcoming console, the Wii U, is set to be released in the 2012 holiday season. Sources close to Nintendo have said that the new gaming system’s manufacturing costs amount to $180, but the video game company may tack on a much higher price tag, according to Forget The Box.
Sony Slashes 10,000 Jobs: What CEO Hirai Can Learn From Apple
Sony will cut about 10,000 jobs, which equates to about six percent of its global workforce, by the end of the year. The move comes after an extremely poor annual forecast and the hiring of a new CEO, Kazuo Hirai, who looks to get profit out of the red for the first time in four years.
Sony To Cut 10,000 Jobs As Part Of New CEO's Overhaul
About half the cuts will come from two moves the Japanese electronics and entertainment giant already announced -- the sale of its chemical-products business and the spinoff of midsize liquid-crystal-display operations to a venture with rivals Toshiba Corp. and Hitachi Ltd.
Sony To Cut 10,000 Jobs Worldwide: Focus On Core Business, Paring Losses
Consumer electronics and entertainment giant Sony is letting go 10,000 employees, a sixth of its total workforce, in an effort to concentrate resources on core business and bring the company back to black.
Xbox 720 Release Date: 'It's Like 2 PCs Taped Together,' Will It Beat PS4 And Wii U? [SPECS]
Fans are eagerly awaiting Microsoft’s upcoming console, which is said to be called the Xbox 720. Rumors and speculations about the gaming system have been circulating the Internet, and a new batch of expected features could have gamers gearing up for the release.
Accused LulzSec hacker pleads guilty in Sony breach
Accused LulzSec hacker Cody Kretsinger pleaded guilty on Thursday in federal court in California to taking part in an extensive computer breach of Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Amazon Prime Streaming Available on PlayStation 3
Sony has announced it will be adding Amazon streaming video to the PlayStation Network. The move indicates a strong shift toward video game console-makers creating all-encompassing media devices.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Release Date Delayed: Is Ice Cream Sandwich To Blame?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 launch has been delayed until the end of April, reports Pocket-lint. Both the 10.1-inch and seven-inch versions of the tablet were said to be released in March, as previously promised by the company.
Google Strikes Deal With Paramount: YouTube To Add 500 Movie Titles For Rental
Google announced a new deal with Paramount Pictures on Tuesday, which will make more than 500 movie titles available for rental on YouTube and the new Google Play platform. The deal was made even though Google is still embroiled in a four-year-old legal battle over copyrights with Paramount's parent company, Viacom.
Android QWERTY Smartphones: The Best Devices In 2012 So Far
QWERTY keyboard-based smartphones are still making rounds in the market although most of the customers are now opting for full touchscreen devices. And Android along with QWERTY is a great combination.
Japan Storm 2012: Strongest Squall Since 1959 Causes Travel Chaos
Japan's strongest storm since 1959 caused travel chaos on Tuesday, grounding over 600 flights, halting rail service, and causing major traffic jams.
Xbox 720 Release Date: Top 5 Concept Designs For Next Gen. Console [PHOTOS]
Can't stand the never ending wait for the new Xbox? Check out these awesome concept designs for the Xbox 720 from around the web. According to
Woody Allen ‘To Rome With Love’ Trailer: IQ in Euros, Allen on Camera and the Return of Benigni [VIDEO]
To Rome With Love opens in June.
Xbox 720 Vs. PlayStation 4: Who Stands Where, So Far
Both the Xbox 720 and PlayStation 4 are rumored gaming consoles that are making rounds on the internet with several blogs and websites dedicated to them and their rumored specifications.
Ice Cream Sandwich Release Date: Sony Says Stick With Gingerbread, Smartphones Struggle With Android Update
Android fans are eagerly waiting the upcoming Ice Cream Sandwich update, which has hit some networks while others are left waiting. The software is said to be a worthwhile upgrade of the world’s leading smartphone OS, but a warning from Sony may have consumers thinking differently.


