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Apple's iPad tops Consumer Reports' list despite heat issue
Apple Inc's new iPad topped Consumer Reports' list of tablets despite the influential watchdog's having earlier stoked doubts about the latest iteration of the best-selling tablet by saying it threw off more heat when used heavily.
LG Flexible e-Display Could Revolutionise e-Reader, Tablet Industry
LG will launch a six-inch display next month that can bend up to 40 degrees. At the same size as the Amazon Kindle, LG threatens to change the e-Reader and tablet industries forever.
Facebook Revamping Search But Won't Go After Google (At Least Not Yet)
An image posted from Mark Zuckerberg's computer shows an image of Facebook that could be introducing search. The company has hired former Google engineers and so everyone suspect that the world's No.1 social networking site could be gearing up for a battle with the search engine giant.
Painkiller FPS Debuts to an Android Near You
Critically acclaimed first-person shooter, Painkiller, is now available for download on Google Play and the Amazon AppStore. The game costs just over $1, or £0.70.
Ashton Kutcher Will Play Steve Jobs in Upcoming 'Jobs' Biopic
"Two and a Half Men" star Ashton Kutcher is set to play the role of Apple co-founder and tech titan Steve Jobs, in an indie film called "Jobs."
Panasonic to shift mobile handset production abroad: Nikkei
Japanese electronics giant Panasonic Corp is expected to shift all production of its mobile phone handsets abroad as early as this summer as it looks to re-enter overseas markets this fiscal year, the Nikkei daily said on Sunday.
Wealthy smartphone users less likely to play games, tweet
Wealthier smartphone users are less likely to play games or tweet and will opt for news, travel or finance apps, according to a new study.
Foxconn chairman pledges to raise pay in China, invest in Hainan
Foxconn Technology Group will keep on increasing worker salaries in China and cutting the hours of work, Chairman Terry Gou said on Sunday, after it came under fire for poor working conditions for employees making Apple iPhones and iPads.
Apple's iPad tops Consumer Reports' list despite heat issue
Apple Inc's new iPad topped Consumer Reports' list of tablets despite the influential watchdog stoking doubts two weeks ago by saying the latest iteration of the best-selling tablet threw off more heat when used heavily.
Creepy 'Girls Around Me' App Developer Dismisses Privacy Concerns
"Girls Around Me", a new iOS application, has sparked a wave of dissatisfaction on social networks, with Internet users warning that the application, which is downloading information on Foursquare and Facebook, allows users to be tracked by unknown people.
iPhone 5 May Get 3D Camera Feature: What About Other Specs?
Apple, the most valuable company in the world, has reinvented several industries, including the music, the telecom, and even the tablet, and now it seems ready to go towards a new section.
Nokia Lumia 900: Where to Get the Best Pre-Order Deals Online
Nokia's new gem - Lumia 900 is going public on April 8. AT&T Lumia 900 is priced at $99 on two year contract. If you want the phone without any deals, then get ready to pay $449. Quoted price tag of $99 by AT&T is already quite a good deal. But this phone is available at more cheap prices at non-AT&T stores.
Facebook Claims Ceglia 50 Percent Ownership Contract is Fraud: Why?
Paul Ceglia claims that he owns a 50 percent stake in Facebook as part of a long-running court case, from previously working with Mark Zuckerberg while the latter was at Harvard University. Ceglia's case says e-mails from 2003 and 2004 show him being involved in the launch of thefacebook.com.
HTC Developing Android Version of iPod Touch?
HTC's latest patent suggests that a competitor to Apple's iPod Touch is on the way. The device features a kickstand, stereo speakers and no support for 3G.
Google to Open Online Tablet Store: Report
Google Inc is planning to open an online store to sell tablet PCs directly to consumers, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal on Thursday.
Star-struck Japan PM Befriends Facebook's Zuckerberg
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda frequently entertains dignitaries from all over the world, but he was a touch star-struck on Thursday when he hosted a young billionaire with a whiff of celebrity: Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg.
Apple Offers Refund to Australian Buyers of New iPad
Apple Inc will email all buyers of its new iPad in Australia to offer them a refund, a lawyer for the company said on Wednesday, after the nation's consumer watchdog accused it of misleading advertising over one key aspect of the product.
4G LTE Stirs Trouble for New iPad in Australia
The new iPad boasts of the super fast 4G LTE connectivity, but the network has stirred up trouble in Australia.
Tim Cook Visits China to Solve Problems
Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, visited China to solve a series of problems, ranging from iPad trademark dispute to treatment of local labor, according to Reuters.
New iPad 3 Battery Problem Can Be Fixed With These Tips and Tricks
Your iPad should be powering along fine for 9 hours, before it needs to recharge. But a few simple adjustments, can help you get the most out of your battery.
New iPad 3 Not Much Hotter Than Android Rivals, Thermal Tests Suggest
Last week the Internet was abuzz with reports that the new iPad 3 was overheating. However, recent tests conducted by PCWorld show the thermal condition of the device is in line with rival Android tablets.
iPhone 5: Features We Would Love to See in New Apple Phone
As anticipation builds for the new iPhone 5, the crystal ball gazing has begun in earnest. What tantalizing new features could be on the horizon? Of all the rumors out there, these are the ones we'd love to see come to fruition.
Angry Birds Maker Buys Finnish Gaming Studio
Angry Birds maker Rovio said on Tuesday it had bought Futuremark Games Studio, the gaming arm of Finnish benchmarking software firm Futuremark, for an undisclosed sum.
Microsoft Seizes Servers in Zeus Cyberfraud
Microsoft Corp claimed a victory in efforts to combat online banking fraud, saying it had confiscated several servers used to steal login names and passwords, disrupting some of the world's most sophisticated cybercrime rings.
Siri Popular among IPhone 4S Owners: 87% Use Each Month
Siri, the voice controlled intelligent assistant exclusive to the iPhone 4S, has made the iPhone become the hottest smartphone ever, notching solid sales in over 90 countries worldwide.
AT&T's Nokia Lumia 900 to Launch on April 8
The highly anticipated Nokia Lumia 900 will hit the market on April 8 for $99.99 with a two-year contract, AT&T announced Monday.
Tim Cook Visits Beijing to Talk with Carriers and Government?
Apple CEO Tim Cook was spotted in Xidan Joy City retail store of Beijing, China, on Monday. He even posed for photos with customers, according to Sina.com.
