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'Battlefield 3' Lawsuit: EA Sued Over Missing PS3 Freebie
Didn't get your free copy of Battlefield 1943 with your pre-ordered copy of Battlefield 3? You're not alone. Some costumers are suing EA (Electronic Arts) for failing to live up to promotional deals for the hit video game, claiming the company never intended to fulfill their end of the deal and demanding their free copy of the game.
Warner Bros., LoveFilm Sign U.K. Distribution Deal
Warner Bros. signed a major film distribution agreement with LOVEFiLM, a major competitor to Netflix, who signed an agreement with Lionsgate earlier this week.
Google unveils music service
Google Inc unveiled a new online music store on Wednesday, in a move to challenge the dominance of market leaders Apple Inc and Amazon.com Inc.
Droid Razr vs Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S: Android Throwdown
Two highly stylized devices have recently launched that have elevated the design aesthetics of mobile phones to a whole new level. Droid Razr is a marvel of thin design and a dazzling display, and the Xperia Arc S is an elegantly crafted model of technological wonder
‘Minecraft’ Comes to iOS Nov. 17
It’s been a very “Minecraft” week. Minecon, the fan convention, kicks off Nov. 18, marking the release of the “final” version coming out. Now in a surprise move, developer Mojang will release the iOS version of the game Nov. 17.
iPhone 4S: Top 5 Smartphone Cameras
Smartphones are evolving into mini portable computers that can do so many things, yet their small size has made it difficult to really ramp up the camera technology. That goes for pretty much everything in a smartphone, even the iPhone 4S. The small size is a challenge for many of the components, especially batteries.
Xbox 720 Rumors Say the Cloud is Coming
According to the rumor mill the successor to the Xbox 360 could be some sort of cloud-gaming hybrid mixing physical discs with an online service. Analysts have been busy trying to figure out Microsoft's next move.
Ex-MySpace CEO Launches Start-Up Studio
Mike Jones, who has grown several successful Internet companies from the ground up, has decided to help other start-ups get going with his new incubator and accelerator called Science.
Asian Stock Markets Fall on Eurozone Fears
Asian stock markets ended lower on Wednesday, as concerns about Europe’s debt crisis offset better-than-expected reports on U.S. economy Tuesday.
Are the boys back at the box office? Not so fast
The strong showing of Immortals and Jack and Jill this weekend -- raking in a total of $57 million combined and beating expectations -- buoyed Hollywood's hope that young men were finally turning back to the cineplex.
Asian Markets Decline Amid Europe Debt Concerns
Asian stock markets ended lower on Tuesday, as increased borrowing costs for Italy and Spain prompted fresh concerns that Europe could struggle to contain its debt crisis.
Sony picks up novel Q for David Gordon Green
Columbia Pictures is in final negotiations to acquire the film rights to Evan Mandery's romantic novel Q, and will put the Pineapple Express team of writer/director David Gordon Green and producer Matt Tolmach in charge of the project, an individual close to the studio said.
'God of War IV' to Return Late Next Year (RUMORS)
The insight comes from New Zealand Amazon-like retailer, MightyApe, who listed God of War IV with an estimated release date of Sept. 28, 2012.
Google Coming with Music Service (Leaked Screenshots)
Google Inc. is organizing a media event in Los Angeles on Wednesday; something that will be completely dedicated to music. Google is launching a program to enable the purchase and download of music, along with some social networking features.
Sony to boost image sensor capacity again
Sony Corp will boost its image sensor production capacity by 50 percent within two to three years starting next spring, the company said on Monday.
Action Movie 'Immortals' Wins Weekend Box Office
Action movie Immortals slayed its competitors at the weekend box office, taking the top spot domestically and pulling in an estimated $68 million around the world.
Google TV: Logitech Ends Partnership, LG Electronics and Porn Brand Embrace the Platform
Google TV gets dumped by Logitech, but LG Electronics and Vivid Entertainment show the platform some support.
Universal, Sony stun in EMI deal wins
Vivendi's Universal Music Group and Sony won the auction for EMI's recorded music and music publishing operations on Friday, trumping bids by archrivals Warner Music Group and BMG Music Publishing at the 11th hour.
Sony Set to Take on Apple with 'Different Kind of TV'
Sony and Apple are set to compete in a new space - televisions - as both technology giants are working on their own next-generation connected television sets.
Screen Gems movie studio to remake 'The Raid'
Screen Gems has acquired the remake rights for the Indonesian action movie The Raid, the studio announced Wednesday.
Sony suspends production on Roland Emmerich film
Sony has put production of Singularity, Roland Emmerich's big-budget sci-fi film, on hold while the filmmakers revise the script, TheWrap has confirmed.
Tarantino's Unchained announces latest actor to join cast
Todd Allen, whose credits stretch to the 1982 48 Hours, has joined the cast of Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained.
Sony CEO: No plans to exit, will do battle
Sony Corp Chief Executive Howard Stringer vowed on Thursday to stay on as head of the Japanese electronics conglomerate, dismissing reports the longtime helmsman will step down next year.
iOS and Android Hijack Mobile Gaming Market
Android and iOS mobile devices have grown their presence in the mobile gaming market from 19-percent market share in 2009 to 58 percent in 2011. The two challenge long-running mobile gaming champions Nintendo and Sony.
Leaked Black Friday Ad Details, Expect Huge Savings for 2011
Black Friday is quickly approaching with just three weeks left, as customers eagerly await sale announcements from their favorite stores. Luckily for some, certain ads have already leaked to the public, allowing customers to map out exactly what they want and exactly where they need to go to get it.
Sony Ericsson says components shortage hits feature phones
Sony Ericsson said on Tuesday a shortage of key components will limit the production of some of its feature phones in the key holiday sales period.
Sony Ericsson components shortage hits feature phones
Sony Ericsson said on Tuesday a shortage of key cellphone components will hurt sales volumes of some of its feature phones.
Barnes & Noble Positions Nook Tablet vs. Amazon’s Kindle Fire, Apple’s iPad
Bookstore giant Barnes & Noble took the wraps off a 14.-1-ounce Nook Tablet, a product intended to compete with rival Amazon’s Kindle Fire as well as Apple’s iPad2.
Analysis: Stores Gear Up for 'Dogfight' in TV Aisles
It may not be a blood bath, but it will definitely be a dogfight.
'Steve Jobs' Biography Tops Nielsen BookScan Best-seller List
Steve Jobs, the biography of the late Apple Inc. co-founder that was released on Oct. 24, became the top U.S. best-seller in its first week on the market.