Hewlett-Packard to buy Palm for $1.2 billion
The last two years have not been easy for anyone who is associated with Palm, once considered a leader in handheld devices, thanks to Apple’s iPhone which currently holds the lion’s share of the handheld devices market and Research in Motion’s Blackberry. To make matters worse, despite the well-reviewed webOS released last year, Google Inc.’s Android software has yet again eclipsed its chances... [Read more]
Google, IBM & Apple – Top 3 brands for 2010
According to a report by Milward Brown Optimor, which ascertains the top 100 brands annually, Google, IBM and Apple took the gold, silver and bronze in that order amongst non-tech players like Coca-Cola, McDonalds and Marlboro. Incidentally, Microsoft was placed fourth right behind Apple. Also known as the ‘BrandZ Top 100 Report’, its fifth release for the year 2010 has seen the rise and fall of... [Read more]
The Truth about Windows 7 and Windows Vista
When Windows Vista was released, Microsoft claimed that it would take the place of Windows XP. But because of some performance and compatibility issues, Vista was not good enough to replace XP, and because of some user reviews, the operating system has been criticized until it just went away. After some time, a lot people say that Windows 7 would come out and beat the former operating system in terms... [Read more]
Looking for computer services Los Angeles?
If one is looking for computer services Los Angeles, you will find that the competition is aplenty giving clients a lot of choice. However, the fact still remains that doing a job and doing it well are two different things and so, one must be able to find efficient and effective Los Angeles computer consultants that will assist with every IT requirements that their organization has. While most companies... [Read more]
Need a docking station?
The use of USB devices have literally exploded in the market with the range of devices that are now available for storage, video, audio or other purposes as well. One of these devices includes USB audio adapters which will allow one to add MIC IN and LINE IN as well as audio out ports. What this will mean is that you can add speakers here, there and everywhere which means that one can customize surround... [Read more]
Samsung Netbook and Computer accessories
Almost all of us have been bitten by technology bug. Almost anywhere you go, you’ll find someone or the other riveted to a Samsung Netbook, a range of digital cameras and handy cams that are taken with them wherever one goes. It seems as if technology is more of a need than a want in today’s world. Take for example, the time you buy a television. Purchasing a television these days isn’t... [Read more]
The new iPad killer?
The iPad is now the supreme ruler of all handhed PC’s. Its popularity and demand are such that CPU suppliers are finding it difficult to keep the supplies rolling in. But the product still remains out of reach for a lot of people, mainly due to the cost factor. Even then, competitors are finding it difficult to break in to the market or even give a cheaper alternative. However, a new iPad killer... [Read more]
Video lambasting Google on privacy hits Times Square (AFP)
AFP – A video cartoon featuring Google’s chief giving away ice cream to snoop on children aired on a giant screen in Times Square as a privacy group continued to hound the Internet giant. More here: Video lambasting Google on privacy hits Times Square (AFP) Read More →
Bug found with Automator and iTunes 10 (Macworld.com)
Macworld.com – As you’re aware, Apple just released iTunes 10. With that release has come some changes—both expected and not so. View post: Bug found with Automator and iTunes 10 (Macworld.com) Read More →
Summary Box: Google, AOL reach new search deal (AP)
AP – THE DEAL: Under a new five-year agreement, Google Inc. will continue to provide the search results on AOL Inc.’s websites. The companies signed the deal this week. More: Summary Box: Google, AOL reach new search deal (AP) Read More →
AOL Rejects Bing and Renews Search Ties To Google (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor – When Microsoft launched its Bing decision engine in 2009, it may have held out hope for an alliance with AOL. In fact, there were even rumors that Microsoft would buy out the struggling Internet service provider. But AOL has shunned Bing in favor of Microsoft’s online nemesis Read the original here: AOL Rejects Bing and Renews Search Ties To Google (NewsFactor) Read More →
Privacy in iTunes Ping (PC World)
PC World – Ping is Apple’s music-centric social network that is integrated into iTunes 10. From a privacy standpoint, it’s pretty straightforward–as opposed to Facebook’s multitude of privacy settings–but then again, Ping See the rest here: Privacy in iTunes Ping (PC World) Read More →
