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Sony picks up movie rights for Steve Jobs bio
Sony has picked up the movie rights to Walter Isaacson's upcoming biography of Steve Jobs for Mark Gordon to produce, TheWrap has confirmed.
Steve Jobs Biography Coming to a Theater Near You: Sony Buys Film Rights to 'Steve Jobs'
The biopic will be produced by Mark Gordon
Netflix Strikes Agreement with AMC forZzombie Dhow
Netflix and AMC Networks Inc have signed a new licensing agreement that gives the popular streaming video service exclusive rights in the United States and Canada to the hit show The Walking Dead.
Sony in talks to buy Ericsson out of phone venture: source
Sony Corp is in talks to buy out Ericsson's stake in their mobile phone joint venture, a source said, in a bid to catch up with rivals.
Sony to be Sony Ericsson owner in six months: poll
Analysts see a strong chance that Japanese consumer electronics giant Sony <6758.T> will succeed in buying out its joint-venture partner in mobile phone handset maker Sony Ericsson in the next half-year for around 10.6 billion Swedish crowns ($1.5 billion).
Sony to close Japan plant, lay off 100 contract workers
Sony Corp will merge two of its wholly owned manufacturing subsidiaries, resulting in the closure of an equipment plant north of Tokyo and the eventual layoff of about 100 contract workers, the company said on Friday.
Summit pushes Man on a Ledge release to January 27
Man on a Ledge is getting some room to jump.
Sony near buying Ericsson out of phone venture: report
Sony Corp is nearing a deal to buy Telefon AB LM Ericsson's half of their smartphone joint venture, The Wall Street Journal said, in a likely bid to catch up with rivals by unifying its mobile products under a single brand.
Sony Secures Abu Dhabi Funds for EMI Bid-FT
Sony Corp has secured financing from an Abu Dhabi investment fund to back its bid for British music company EMI, a media report said, an acquisition that would beef up its content catalogue as it struggles to compete with Apple .
Sony nears buying out Ericsson from venture: report
OCT 6 - Sony Corp is nearing a deal to buy out Telefon AB LM Ericsson's stake in their 50:50 smartphone joint venture, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday citing people familiar with the matter.
Steve Jobs Dead: 9 Little-Known Facts About the Apple Wizard
On Oct. 5, apple.com opens with Steve Jobs' black-and-white picture, along with his name and years of birth and death. Yes, the Apple wizard and the master of sleek gadgets is no more. Here are some of the interesting facets of Steve Jobs' life that very few of his admirers know.
David Cassidy sues for Partridge Family merchandise
David Cassidy refuses to come on, and get happy, until he's paid what he feels he's owed.
Steve Jobs Dies at 56 ahead of iPhone 5 Release
Steve Jobs, Apple's co-founder and former CEO, died on Wednesday, at the age of 56.
Microsoft Reaches 40 Content Deals for Xbox
Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) has struck more than 40 deals with TV and entertainment companies, making it possible for owners of its Xbox gaming console who are also paying cable subscribers to watch live television through the devices.
Black Swan lawsuit stirs debate on role of interns
An unorthodox lawsuit filed by two unpaid interns on Fox Searchlight's indie hit, Black Swan, shines a spotlight on a common, but little-discussed reality in Hollywood: the use of free labor on movie productions.
Chris Dodd Elected to AFI's Board of Trustees
Chris Dodd has been elected to the American Film Institute's Board of Trustees, the organization announced on Wednesday.
Good vibes for Prugh on return to CordeValle
Twelve months after falling agonizingly short of claiming a first PGA Tour victory in his rookie season, Alex Prugh is back at the same venue with lofty hopes for this week's Frys.com Open.
iOS 5 and iCloud: What Are They and Will They Beat Android?
Recent heat over the iPhone 5 is spiraling out of control as the Oct. 4 press conference draws closer. But why is iPhone 5 the most desired smartphone? Taking a closer look at two major reasons, the iOS 5 upgrade and iCloud features, may help us understand what the craze is about.
Japan electronics companies battle Europe crisis
Japanese electronics firms are suffering from the downturn in European consumption and the euro's slump to a 10-year low against the yen, senior executives from Sony Corp, Panasonic Corp and Fujitsu Ltd said on Tuesday.
Apple iPhone 5 Release: Experts Spar Over Specs
With Apple's next iPhone announcement just a day away, experts and analysts make their last-minute predictions on what the world can expect to see come out of Cupertino tomorrow.
iPhone 5 Release: What to Expect From Apple’s Event
The Apple Let's talk iPhone event is one day away and is the first time they ever had an iPhone event, separate from WWDC and at the Apple Headquarters this time.
Hollywood labor group OKs possible music label strike
The national board of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) has given negotiators for the labor group's sound recording contract authorization to strike, the organization announced Saturday.
Idris Elba would love to be the next James Bond
You love him as British cop Luther, you loved him as the thinking man's drug kingpin Stringer Bell on The Wire, and Idris Elba hopes one day you'll love him as the post-Daniel Craig James Bond.
AFTRA Board Gives OK to Strike on Music Labels
AFTRA's national board has given the negotators for the labor group's sound recording contract authorization to strike, the organization announced Saturday.
Friday Box Office: 'Moneyball' No. 1 in the Standings With $3.9M
Perhaps proving they've had it up to here with depressing movies at the box office about illness, murder and failed romance, audiences embraced family films Friday with inspirational messages.
'Dolphin Tale' leaps to top of movie box office
Family film Dolphin Tale jumped to the top of the movie box office over the weekend, unseating The Lion King and beating four newcomers, according to studio estimates released on Sunday.
'Dolphin Tale Jumps to Top of Movie Box Office
Simba the lion may rule the jungle, but he couldn't beat a plucky dolphin at the weekend box office.
Polanski's Carnage is fangless Virginia Woolf
Fans of high class scenery chewing will enjoy Carnage, director Roman Polanski's acrid comedy about two bourgeoisie couples battling it out over a long weekday afternoon in Brooklyn.
Idris Elba: ‘I Don't Want to be Called the Black James Bond’ [PHOTOS]
Idris Elba has taken interest in playing the next James Bond, replacing Daniel Craig, but has some concerns about being called the black James Bond.
'Courageous' Movie Leading Ticket Sales
Independent faith-based drama Courageous, by Baptist Sherwood productions, has already topped Fandango's list of the week's hottest tickets.