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Intel buys Infineon unit and expands wireless offer Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:41PMU.S. chipmaker Intel Corp unveiled a deal on Monday to buy German chipmaker Infineon Technologies AG's wireless unit for $1.4 billion (905 million pounds) as it claws its way into the booming smartphone market and cuts its reliance on personal computers.
Google scoops up its 5th company this month Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:40PMIDG News Service - Google has made its fifth acquisition since the start of August, this time scooping up SocialDeck , a company that develops games that people can play against friends using iPhones , BlackBerry devices, or via Facebook on a PC.
Intel buys wireless chip tech in mobile-phone push Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:40PMAs the world's biggest maker of computer chips, Intel Corp. can't afford to ignore its huge blind spot in mobile phones.
Technology notebook: Google unveils its Internet phone service Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:25PMGoogle Inc. is adding a free e-mail feature that may persuade more people to cut the cords on their landline phones. The service unveiled Wednesday enables U.S. users of Google's Gmail service to make calls from microphone-equipped computers to telephones virtually anywhere in the world.
Nikkei set to slip after BOJ move shrugged off Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:11PMNikkei set to slip after BOJ move shrugged off
Intel pays $1.4bn for Germany's Infineon Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:10PMThe silicon chip-maker Intel is making its second major acquisition in a fortnight in a bid to gain a foothold in the smartphone industry.
Intel buys wireless chip tech in mobile-phone push Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:58PM(AP:SAN FRANCISCO) As the world's biggest maker of computer chips, Intel Corp. can't afford to ignore its huge blind spot in mobile phones. Eighty percent of today's personal computers use Intel processors. But Intel is absent in smart phones, which are threatening PCs as gateways to the Internet.
Intel buys German company's wireless chip tech in mobile-phone push Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:55PMPaul Sakuma / APThe exterior of Intel Corp. headquarters in Santa Clara, Calif., in shown in this photo from July 12. German chipmaker Infineon Technologies AG is selling a unit that makes products for wireless telephones to Intel in a...
Intel buys wireless chip tech in mobile-phone push Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:51PMIntel takes another try at smart phones with $1.4B deal for Infineon's wireless chip business
Is the desktop in its death throes? Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:54PMIntel Corp.'s profit warning Friday was simply the latest harbinger of doom for desktop PCs
Clearwire plans pay-as-you go service Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:22PMClearwire Corp said on Friday that it is planning a pay-as-you-go service, representing a new customer segment for the high-speed wireless service provider.
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David Nierenberg's Top Holdings: MOVE, ESIO, BABY, RSYS, HPY, SPN Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:11PMBy guruek. Our continuing review of the quarter-end portfolios of the Investment Gurus brings us to David Nierenberg of D3Family Funds, a less well-known investment manager amount the heavy-weights such as Warren Buffett, George Soros, John Paulson. However, we found his investment approach interesting. In short, D3 team are long term, actively engaged investors in a concentrated portfolio of ...
Intel downgrades third quarter revenue forecast Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:29PMNEW YORK (AFP) - Intel slashed Friday its third quarter revenue forecast due to lower demand for computers, leading to a sharp selloff of the microchip giant's shares.
Bryceville Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:25PMA peaceful drive out U.S. Highway 301 South will take you to the small hamlet of Bryceville. Though the community is small, its aspirations are not. The community has its own fire station, post office and school.
Intel warns of sales shortfall Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:52PMSAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Intel Corp warned that third-quarter revenue could fall short of its own estimates by more than $1 billion, reinforcing doubts about the strength of a technology sector recovery.
Raven Industries Announces Release of Eight New Products Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:37PMSIOUX FALLS, SD--(Marketwire - August 27, 2010) - Raven Industries ( NASDAQ : RAVN ) is excited to announce the release of eight new products this fall. "The products we're introducing this year solidify our commitment to offering a complete line-up of precision products that will benefit growers and custom applicators in every stage of the season, from planting to harvest and help maximize ...
EA and Klei Entertainment Unsheathe Shank Today Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 4:47PMShank (PS3) Take your best stab at revenge on PlayStation Network on August 24 and Xbox Live Arcade on August 25.
Israeli firm developing new touch screen Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 4:29PMA new tablet from Google (GOOG) and Verizon (VZ) could use a multi-touch screen from Israel's secretive N-Trig. Also, Apple (APPL) may be tighten its iPhone controls and target users who jailbreak their phones.
ASUS N53JN and N73JN with Blu-ray and SonicMaster sound now available in the UK Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 4:28PMSo it's been six months since ASUS announced its new N Series laptops , but who's counting? Okay, we are, but there's good news, at least for the dear Brits -- the 15.6-inch N53JN and the 17.3-inch N73JN are now available in the UK. The N53JN will range from £649.99 to £999 ($1,005 - $1,545) and has an impressive array of specs, including a Core i5 CPU, NVIDIA GeForce GT325/415M graphics with ...
Biz Break: Will Apple land 99-cent TV-show rentals for iTunes? Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:43PMToday: Apple reportedly wants to put 99-cent TV-show rentals on iTunes. Plus: Dell starts selling its Android phone. AMD is showing off new chip designs. And: A real estate slowdown at least through September?
Fundraiser to Benefit Veterans Planned in Voluntown Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 2:22PMWork Vessels for Veterans will host "Helping Veterans Succeed" on Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Constitution Field, to help raise money for a Veterans Ranch.
Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures Public Beta Now Open Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:43PMStar Wars: Clone Wars Adventures (PC) Sony Online Entertainment asks series fans and gamers to play-test free online virtual world.
Cyberpower Infinity Triton SE Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:17PMCyberpower’s Ultra Titania SE computer is billed as a student special. We’re not entirely convinced that it would be the best choice for a student (rather than a laptop), but it does offer excellent value as far as desktop computers go.
Huawei to launch Android 2.2 smartphone at Berlin trade show Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:55PMIDG News Service - Huawei Technologies plans to launch the U8150, which is based on Android version 2.2, at the Internationale Funkaustellung (IFA) consumer electronics show in Berlin, the company said via e-mail.
State AGs: Craigslist should drop adult services Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:39PM(AP) -- State attorneys general nationwide are demanding that Craigslist remove its adult services section because they say the website cannot adequately block potentially illegal ads.
Plugging in to what's hot in back to school electronics Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:34PMDiane Horner shops for school supplies at Staples in Abbotsford with daughters Fayth, 7, and Alicia, 8, both students at King Traditional School. While books and binders are still a large part of back to school shopping, colourful, powerful electronics are making their way into shopping carts too.
In Hindsight: 'Places' for Facebook; deals for Intel, Dell, HP Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:43PMFacebook launches its Foursquare-like Facebook Places. Plus: Intel intends to buy McAfee. Dell intends to buy 3Par. Silicon Valley home sales plunge, and the job market takes a slight turn downward.
Security measures key to safe Wi-Fi use, experts warn Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:32AMSecurity measures key to safe Wi-Fi use, experts warn
Smartphone Makers Struggle With Chip Shortage Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 11:07AMMakers of smartphones are scrambling with the after effects of last year’s slowing economy as chipmakers struggle to ramp up production levels after scaling back due during last year’s global recession.The result is that device manufacturers such as Motorola Inc. and HTC Corp. simply can't build enough smartphones to meet demand.The problem is expected to last through the holiday shopping season ...
Security, encryption measures critical when using public Wi-Fi hotspots Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:45AMAfter someone sniffed out his password at a free Wi-Fi hotspot and successfully hacked his computer, Igor Mello stays home for the majority of his Web use.
Internet's 5 Billionth Device Expected Soon Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:40AMSometime this month, the 5 billionth device will plug into the Internet -- and growth gets exponential from there. United States - Twitter - Access Providers - Tokyo Yakult Swallows - Evan Williams
Intel, McAfee Merger Plugs Network Security Hole Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:30AMThe acquisition of McAfee by Intel makes a very important statement when you view it in the context of the future of network security.
Car Computers Vulnerable to Hackers Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 8:20AMResearchers say cars' onboard computers can be vulnerable to hackers. Hack - Ethics - Merchandise - Hacker - Classifieds
Intel to buy online security firm Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:34AMIntel is buying Internet security firm McAfee for $7.68-billion, as the computer chip giant seeks to expand its reach to mobile and wireless devices.
Digicel goes 4G Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:21AMNINE years after it revolutionised the mobile phone market in Jamaica, Digicel yesterday entered the consumer Internet market with the launch of its WiMax portable broadband service boasting that with the power of 4G "the possibilities are endless".
Private Communications Corp Has Developed a Software Product to Protect Your Data While Using a Public Hotspot Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:00AMAn official launch date has yet to be announced, but the company is moving forward with plans to offer the product to “early adopters” in advance of the launch so they can test the product in action.
Heritage High organizes sign-up tent for contest push Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:07PMA Heritage High School teacher has organized a sign-up tent at the school’s next three football games that will help community members vote on a social media site in hopes of winning a national contest.
Tech earnings snapshot: What reports are saying about economy Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:46PMJuly 13: Intel Corp. reports its largest quarterly net income in a decade as the chipmaker benefits from a stronger computer market and more sophisticated factories.
Apple seeks to patent tech that photographs, records iPhone thieves Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:40PMIDG News Service - Sure, if someone steals your iPhone, you might be able to remotely wipe it in order to protect sensitive data. But what about catching the thief?
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Kent County, Md. Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:09PMLAUREL, Md., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Kent County, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell site provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in Still Pond. The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to ...
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Charles City, Va. Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:08PMLAUREL, Md., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Charles City, Va., Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell site provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage on Route 106 between Highway 60 to the north and Route 5 to the south and also between Route 106 and 156. The increased ...
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage Across Wide Area of Henry County, VA Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:08PMLAUREL, Md., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Henry County, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with ten new cell sites. The new cells provide increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in Ridgeway, Martinsville, Axton and along such heavily traveled roadways as Route 87 and 58. The increased coverage is part of ...
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Norfolk, Va. Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:08PMLAUREL, Md., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Hampton Roads, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell site provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in the historic Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk. The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar ...
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage at Virginia's Fort Eustis Military Base Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:08PMLAUREL, Md., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in southeastern Virginia, Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in Fort Eustis, Va. The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each ...
Economic Outlook: Is merger mania back? Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:46AMBy AL SWANSON United Press International Two big merger deals this week, one friendly and one not-so-friendly, may signal growing confidence in the world economy. United Press International - World economy - Economic - Social Sciences - United States
Plenty of choices for inexpensive PCs - From the Poughkeepsie Journal Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:43AMNEW YORK — Looking at getting a new PC for the fall semester? Here's some cheer in these uncertain times: PCs are not only cheaper than ever, there's real innovation going on, yielding interesting new choices. This is a rundown of options in a couple of price categories.
Analyst Research on United Microelectronics and Applied Materials -- Strong Demand Boosts Profits for Chip Makers Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:37AMJOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA--(Marketwire - August 20, 2010) - www.stockcall.com/ offers investors comprehensive research on the semiconductor equipment & materials industry and has completed analytical research on United Microelectronics Corporation ( NYSE : UMC ) and Applied Materials Inc. ( NASDAQ : AMAT ). Register with us today at www.stockcall.com ...
Jedi Mind, Inc. Provides Marketing Update Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:30AMJedi Mind, Inc. , is pleased to announce that from the date of our online product availability, July 14, 2010, we have achieved sales results that have exceeded our initial projections. Â The company will be holding a series of conference calls, where existing shareholders can RSVP to listen and discuss the forward-looking marketing and sales approach of the company. Â The first shareholder ...
Intel to acquire McAfee in $7.68 billion deal Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:49AMIntel Corp., signaling its ambitions to expand beyond computers and into the booming market for mobile and Internet-connected devices, announced a deal Thursday to buy security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion, the chipmaker's biggest acquisition... McAfee - Intel Corporation - Intel - Security - Companies