Lady GaGa, Macklemore and Luke Bryan Announced as American Music Award Performers

The artists are going to join previously-announced performers that include Miley Cyrus, Imagine Dragons, One Direction and Florida Georgia Line.

Nokia-ALU merger on the cards but a bad idea

As Nokia's sale of its handset business draws closer, the markets are increasingly determined that it will spend its €5.44 billion ($7.51 billion) windfall on bolstering its chief remaining business by acquiring Alcatel-Lucent's wireless infrastructure unit for an anticipated €2 billion.

Android hits 81 percent in smartphones, iOS at 13 percent

Google's Android platform continues to dominate the worldwide smartphone market, according to new figures from Strategy Analytics that put Android at 81.3 percent of the global smartphone market. Android and Apple's iOS platform together account for nearly 95 percent of smartphones shipped worldwide, though Apple's share has declined year over year. One beneficiary of Apple's slippage may have ...

Inrix doubles street coverage with XD Traffic

Inrix shows a comparison map of Los Angeles with its old traffic reporting on the right and XD Traffic coverage on the left. (Credit: Inrix) The Inrix XD Traffic service, launched this week, puts the company's digital traffic reporting on twice as many roads as previously. Inrix provides traffic data for in-vehicle navigation systems and through its own smartphone app. Inrix Director of Product ...

Lady Gaga joins AMA line-up

Lady Gaga has joined the line-up of stars who will take to the stage at the American Music Awards.

Inrix doubles street coverage with XD Traffic

Inrix's new service, XD Traffic, not only increases the amount of roads covered, but also gives users a higher resolution of traffic data, with increments down to 800 feet. Originally posted at The Car Tech blog

Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.

Android hits 81% in smartphones, iOS at 13%, WP at 4%

Google's Android platform continues to dominate the worldwide smartphone market, according to new figures from Strategy Analytics that put Android at 81.3 percent of the global smartphone market. Android and Apple's iOS platform together account for nearly 95 percent of smartphones shipped worldwide, though Apple's share has declined year over year. One beneficiary of Apple's slippage may have ...

German hackers try to revive a dead Nokia and make it the first ‘open’ phone

A smartphone hacker from Germany is looking to transplant a new motherboard into his Nokia N900, calling the new device the Neo900. The post German hackers try to revive a dead Nokia and make it the first ‘open’ phone appeared first on Digital Trends .

Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 to receive a slick new wireless charging pad

It's Halloween, and the treats just keep coming from Google. The search company unveiled the Nexus 5 flagship and Android 4.4: KitKat this morning, and now it's given word of a new Nexus wireless charger as well. Google's new wireless charging pad is officially compatible with the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 , though as a Qi charger it should also be compatible with devices like the Nexus 4 and even ...

Android tops 81 percent of smartphone market share in Q3

Now that we know what smartphone market share looked like in the third quarter when broken down by manufacturer, it's time to compare performance by platform. As you'd imagine, the world is still Android's oyster. Strategy Analytics estimates that the OS has crossed the symbolic 80 percent mark, ...

Ayoon Wa Azan (An Earth-Shattering Scandal)

The novel 1984 by British writer George Orwell, published in 1949, predicted a scary dystopian future where Britain becomes known as Airstrip 1 and is in a permanent state of war, and the government snoops on people and tries to control their thoughts.

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Google's Nexus 5: Nobody Does it Cheaper

Google's Nexus 5 undercuts other high-end Android smartphones by $300. Will Amazon and Microsoft follow suit?

Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 get a slick new wireless charging pad

It's Halloween, and the treats just keep coming from Google. The search company unveiled the Nexus 5 flagship and Android 4.4: KitKat this morning, and now it's given word of a new Nexus wireless charger as well. Google's new wireless charging pad is officially compatible with the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 , though as a Qi charger it should also be compatible with devices like the Nexus 4 and even ...

FRANKFURT (dpa-AFX) – Die Umsätze mit Aktienoptionen an der Terminbörse

Lady Gaga To Perform At This Year's American Music Awards

Pop Star Is The Latest Act Added To The Line-up Alongside Miley Cyrus And One Direction

Windows Phone is fastest growing in third quarter

Global phone shipments are over 418 million, smartphone shipments hit a record 250 million, and Android has captured a record 81 percent global market share. All in the third quarter...

Lady Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar, Luke Bryan to perform at Nov. 24 American Music Awards

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month. Dick clark productions announced Thursday that Macklemore Ryan Lewis, Kendrick Lamar and Luke Bryan will also hit the stage for the Nov. 24 awards show in Los Angeles. Previously announced ...

LCR-Reader To Be Presented at Produktronika in Munich by German KIT and Bokar International From the USA

The latest product in the Smart Tweezers line of LCR-meters is being showcased at Produktronika.The first few batches of the new device have been shipped to the USA, Japan, India and Russia. (PRWeb October 31, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/LCR-Reader_Final_2013/Smart-Tweezers_LCR-meter/prweb11282880.htm

The 'Death Of The Credit Card' Is Near -- Here's How To Profit

Consumer credit is a double-edged sword. Used wisely, it enables smart money management and expense tracking. Misused, it can easily become a crushing financial

Lady Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar, Luke Bryan to perform at Nov. 24 American Music Awards

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month. Dick clark productions announced Thursday that Macklemore Ryan Lewis, Kendrick Lamar and Luke Bryan will also hit the stage for the Nov. 24 awards show in Los Angeles. Previously announced ...

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Kim Jung-ju, the founder of Nexon who made a two billion-dollar fortune with a great success of online games such as “The Kingdom of the Winds,” majored in computer science and engineering at prestigious Seoul National University.

Latin Grammys Tap Juanes, Laura Pausini for Person of the Year Gala

Spanish singer/songwriter Miguel Bosé, who is being honored as the 2013 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, will be in good company during...

Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus And More To Perform At 2013 American Music Awards

The 2013 American Music Awards are packing the star-power into their brilliant line-up of performers. Not only will Compton spitter Kendrick Lamar storm the stage but so are the year's controversy queens Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga. You can also expect Seattle-bred tandem Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, and country singer Luke Bryan to bring their chart-toppers to the setlist. The show will emanate ...

Lady Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar, Luke Bryan to perform at Nov. 24 American Music Awards

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month. Dick clark productions announced Thursday that Macklemore Ryan Lewis, Kendrick Lamar and Luke Bryan will also hit the stage for the Nov. 24 awards show in Los Angeles. Previously announced ...

Hubwoo announces Q3 2013 Revenues

PARIS, Oct. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hubwoo (Euronext: HBW.NX), a leading collaborative business network provider, today announced financial information for Q3 2013, in accordance with the "European Transparency Obligations Directive" financial disclosure requirements. (Logo:...

Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.

Hubwoo announces Q3 2013 Revenues

PARIS, Oct. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hubwoo (Euronext: HBW.NX), a leading collaborative business network provider, today announced financial information for Q3 2013, in accordance with the " European ...

Ellie Goulding Shills for Nokia in Charity Single Video 'How Long Will I Love You'

Back in September, Ellie Goulding asked "How Long Will I Love You" with a music video collecting snippets from the upcoming film

Nexus 5 has arrived! Google finally unveils its handset and takes the wrapper off the new KitKat Android operating ...

The announcement was made at a launch event in California. Google's Nexus 5 has a 4.95-inch screen, comes in black or white and starts at £299.

Research and Markets: Small Cells and Femtocells: Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts, Worldwide, 2013 to 2019

Research and Markets has announced the addition of Wintergreen Research, Inc's new report "Small Cells and Femto

Macklemore to join Gaga, Kendrick Lamar on AMA stage

Dick Clark Productions announced Thursday that Macklemore & Ryan will join Kendrick Lamar, Luke Bryan, Miley Cyrus and others on the stage for the Nov. 24 awards show in Los Angeles.

Google Nexus 5 vs Nexus 4: Should I Upgrade?

We compare the Google Nexus 5 by LG to its year-old predecessor, the Nexus 4.

Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.

Lady Gaga to perform at American Music Awards

Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.The 'Applause' singer will join Miley Cyrus in the line-up of stars who will take to...

Snooki Responds To Radio Host Who Called Her Ugly

If you don't have something nice to say, don't say it at all. Especially, if it's directed at Snooki.

Lady Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month. Dick Clark Productions announced Thursday that

Spotlight on Nokia’s way ahead

Last week Nokia did something it had not done till now. The Finnish mobile phone maker for the first time launched its first ever tablet, over three years after Apple took the market by storm with its iconic iPad.

Micromax’s Hugh bet

When Rahul Sharma, Co-founder of Micromax, first told his employees about the prospects of signing up Hugh Jackman as the brand ambassador, more than 90 per cent of them were not convinced. They were worried that the consumer segment where Micromax had established itself may not even know Jackman.

Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.

Black Friday 2013 deals for Nokia Flagship phone Lumia 1020

Finally we have got some Black Friday 2013 news for Nokia lovers. It has been a long time and there isn’t that much time left before Black Friday 2013 yet. Although some people were quite dubious...

4G Americas Announces Bob Calaff as Director of Latin America and Caribbean

Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar To Perform At American Music Awards

They will join Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Miley Cyrus and One Direction.

Android snags record 81 percent of smartphone market

(Credit: CNET) Android continues to gobble up more of the smartphone market. Google's mobile OS won a global market share of 81.3 percent last quarter, up from 75 percent in the prior year's quarter, research firm Strategy Analytics said on Thursday. Shipments of Android phones hit 204.4 million, a hefty gain over the 129.6 million shipped a year ago. In second place, Apple saw its slice of the ...

4G Americas Announces Bob Calaff as Director of Latin America and Caribbean

BELLEVUE, WA--(Marketwired - Oct 31, 2013) - 4G Americas announced today that Bob Calaff will be the Director of Latin America and the Caribbean for the wireless industry trade association. In his role, Mr. Calaff will be responsible for promoting the successful development of the 3GPP family of technologies (including LTE) throughout the region and communicating the latest advancements in these ...

Microsoft: Nomura Models Nokia Impact, Maintains Buy on Office, Other ... - Barron's (blog)









Microsoft: Nomura Models Nokia Impact, Maintains Buy on Office, Other ...

Barron's (blog)

Nomura Equity Research's Rick Sherlund today reiterates a Buy rating on shares of Microsoft (MSFT), and a $40 price target, after compiling new financial models to incorporate the acquisition of Nokia's (NOK) handset business, announced last month.





Gaga, Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar to hit AMA stage

NEW YORK (AP) — Hold your applause: Lady Gaga will perform at the American Music Awards next month.

p-BNC, The Programmable Bio-Nano-Chip: Nokia Sensing XCHALLENGE Finalist

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The McDevitt Research Group, a medical micro device group committed to improving the speed, accuracy and affordability of global disease diagnosis, announces the p-BNC, the Programmable Bio-Nano-Chip system. Currently under development, p-BNC is a credit card sized disposable device that is envisioned to work in conjunction with a toaster sized imaging platform that ...

4G Americas Announces Bob Calaff as Director of Latin America and Caribbean

4G Americas announced today that Bob Calaff will be the Director of Latin America and the Caribbean for the wireless industry trade association. In his role, Mr. Calaff will be responsible for promoting ...

Lenovo unveils new Yoga tablet

Lenovo has revealed its new Yoga tablet, a consumer-focused device with a unique kickstand and up to 18 hours of battery life.

Wal-Mart plans Chinese growth

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to open up to 110 new stores in China in the next three years while the world's largest retailer seeks to make the business there more profitable.

PRESS DIGEST- Financial Times - Oct 31

The following are the top stories in the Financial Times. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. Headlines GOOGLE 'OUTRAGED' BY LATEST SURVEILLANCE CLAIMS INTEL EYES ...

What’s igniting Spark? A look inside Sprint’s super-LTE network

Sprint has finally tapped into the spectrum treasure trove that has sat dormant for so long in Clearwire. It's new LTE network is fast, but more importantly it has enormous amounts of pent-up capacity.

FPT, Nokia sign MOU on app development - Telecompaper (subscription)









FPT, Nokia sign MOU on app development

Telecompaper (subscription)

Under the memorandum, FPT and Nokia will develop Windows Phone applications for the public and private sector, localise international apps, and provide services to Nokia Lumia users in Vietnam to load applications, inlcuding games, on their phones.





Apple iPhone among most important digital cameras

PopPhoto recently compiled a list detailing the 30 most important digital cameras of all time . Not surprisingly, and quite deservedly, Apple's original iPhone made the cut. Sure, manufacturers like Nokia and Sony Ericsson had long been producing camera phones with better optics and more features when the iPhone launched, but Apple made camera-phone imaging the mainstream medium it is today by ...

5 phones that have stopped bullets (literally)

We've all heard stories about cigarette cases and bibles halting bullets and saving their owners, but how often does the humble mobile phone save lives in this way? It turns out, it happens more often than you think. The post 5 phones that have stopped bullets (literally) appeared first on Digital Trends .

Countdown to Telecom 4G: What You Need to Know…

Telecom New Zealand is counting down to the launch of its 4G network, which goes live in parts of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on 12 November, 2013.

Wayne County Commission asks for plan details before considering Rock Ventures proposal for jail site

Bill Shea - The Wayne County Commission said Wednesday it wants specifics before it votes on anything related to a proposal to sell the unfinished jail site in downtown Detroit to Dan Gilbert for $50 million, or anyone else.

Countdown to Telecom 4G - What you need to know

Telecom New Zealand is counting down to the launch of its 4G network, which goes live in parts of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on 12 November, 2013. Telecom Retail Chief Executive Chris Quin said that since announcing earlier in the month that all pay-monthly and prepaid Telecom customers will receive a free upgrade to 4G, the telco has been inundated with enquiries and expressions of ...

Nokia gunning for HTC One UK sales ban after major patent victory

HTC is facing the prospect of a UK sales ban on flagship handsets like the HTC One after losing another round of its ongoing global patent war with Nokia. The Finnish manufacturer says it will seek an import ban on the devices, including the HTC One, HTC One SV and HTC Wildfire , following the High Court ruling on Wednesday. Nokia is chasing compensation as well as the sales injunction after the ...

Sprint promises higher data speeds than rivals

By Edwin Chan and Sinead Carew BURLINGAME, California (Reuters) - Sprint Corp promised to gradually offer wireless data speeds far in excess of those offered by bigger rivals like Verizon, as it hopes to use recently acquired wireless airwaves to regain market share. At its research labs on the outskirts of San Francisco, Sprint on Wednesday outlined plans to expand Spark, a service it is now ...

A Frantastic ride

Connor Franta mostly started making videos for himself as a creative outlet in high school. He posted them to the popular video sharing website YouTube, but he figured he was the only one who’…

Nokia looks to ban HTC One sales in the UK following patent win

As HTC’s infernal autumn comes to a close, it appears to be entering an equally dismal winter. The Wall Street Journal reports that Nokia has won yet another patent suit against HTC, this time in the United Kingdom. Included among the smartphones found to violate Nokia’s patents were both the HTC Wildfire and, even more worryingly, the flagship HTC One. As with Nokia’s other wins, the company ...

Windows Phone 8.0 smartphones may not be upgradeable to 8.1

Nokia issues differing statements, while Microsoft is mum on device upgrade question. read more

Fed Remarks Create Unease; Stocks Falter

"Today was all about the Fed, as we saw the typical Fed-day volatility," observed Schaeffer's Senior Technical Strategist Ryan Detrick, CMT...( Read More )

Fed Remarks Create Unease; Stocks Falter

"Today was all about the Fed, as we saw the typical Fed-day volatility," observed Schaeffer's Senior Technical Strategist Ryan Detrick, CMT...( Read More )

Marvin Gaye's children sue over 'Blurred Lines'

Two of Marvin Gaye's children sued Robin Thicke and his collaborators on the hit song "Blurred Lines" on Wednesday, accusing them of copyright infringement and alleging music company EMI failed to protect their father's legacy.

Windows Phone 8.0 smartphones may not be upgradeable to 8.1

As Microsoft prepares to release a major upgrade to its Windows Phone operating system, to version 8.1, some third party software makers are unsure whether smartphones running Windows Phone 8.0 will run the new OS.

HTC One infringes on Nokia patent, UK court rules

A number of HTC devices including its flagship HTC One smartphone infringe on a Nokia mobile networks standards patent, a U.K. court ruled Wednesday. HTC sued Nokia, trying to get the patent declared invalid in the U.K. as a defensive tactic, but failed to achieve this when Sir Richard David Arnold, the judge in charge of the patents court of the England and Wales High Court ruled Wednesday that ...

HTC One infringes on Nokia patent, UK court rules

IDG News Service - A number of HTC devices including its flagship HTC One smartphone infringe on a Nokia mobile networks standards patent, a U.K. court ruled Wednesday.

Kerry Washington Is Pregnant

Scandal star is already four months along

Lindsey Vonn and Gavin Degraw Kick Off 100 Days To The Olympics In NYC

-- Lindsey Vonn introducing a special performance by Gavin Degraw at The Road to Sochi 100 Day Countdown event in Times Square NYC.

Lindsey Vonn and Gavin Degraw Kick Off 100 Days To The Olympics In NYC

See what the celebs did this week

Sprint demonstrates 1 gigabit wireless data speeds

(Reuters) - Sprint Corp (NYS:S) said on Wednesday it has demonstrated ultra-fast wireless data speeds of 1 gigabits per second, about 16 times faster than its current peak speeds and rivaling the fastest wireline speeds. After losing subscribers for years, the No. 3 U.S. mobile service provider, is looking to distinguish itself from rivals AT&T Inc (NYS:T), Verizon Wireless (NYS:VZ - News)(LSE ...

Windows Phone 8.0 Smartphones May Not Be Upgradeable to 8.1

As Microsoft prepares to release a major upgrade to its Windows Phone operating system, to version 8.1, some third party software makers are unsure whether smartphones running Windows Phone 8.0 will run the new OS.

TIM to roll out first 150 small cells this year, says CEO

Brazilian mobile carrier TIM (NYSE: TSU) has started deploying small cells to boost the transmission capacity of its network, with the first 150 expected to be rolled out by the end of the year, CEO Rodrigo Abreu revealed in a conference call this Wednesday (Oct 30).

Nokia pursues HTC sales ban in UK

Nokia is seeking to have the HTC One smartphone removed from UK stores after winning a patent dispute in the High Court.

African professionals using more mobile devices, less security software

African business people are increasingly dependent on mobile devices but don't necessarily feel they need security software, according to a survey of 1,776 African professionals conducted by the Africa Business Panel and released Wednesday.

Sprint Demos 1Gbs Mobile Data Download -- Launches Early Variant Today

USA based Sprint has demonstrated a mobile data download link that delivered 1Gbps download speeds under laboratory conditions.

All-in with Microsoft, part 3 -- thoughts and conclusion

When I embarked on my Microsoft-only journey, I was scared. After all, my professional life and career depends on my use of technology. By limiting myself to only one company and its products, there could be room for more harm rather than good. However, I was also excited to try something new and share it with you. In reality, people will not purposely restrict their choice in computing; they ...

Nokia wins mobile patent judgment in UK against HTC

Finnish telecoms group Nokia (HEX:NOK1V) scored another victory on Wednesday in its patent battle against Taiwan-based rival HTC Corporation (TAI:2498) with a British court ruling in its favour over mobile telecoms technology. After hearing the case in the Patents Court in London, the judge decided that HTC had infringed on a European Patent held by Nokia entitled "Modulator structure for a ...

Mobile broadband ace NSN wins Sprint deal for large-scale TDD LTE roll-out

NSN extends ties with U.S. operator, bringing global TDD LTE leadership, innovation and commercialization expertise to its network. (PRWeb October 30, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11285300.htm

Intel might throw in the towel on its revolutionary TV service

It’s bad news for TV viewers interested in alternative services as Intel has apparently decided to give up on its exciting aspirations for a subscription TV service. AllThingsD reports that Intel is currently in talks with Verizon to “hand over control of Intel Media, the unit that has been trying to build a Web-based subscription TV service.” Rumors surrounding the service have been circulating ...

HTC One infringes on Nokia patent, UK court rules

A number of HTC devices including its flagship HTC One smartphone infringe on a Nokia mobile networks standards patent, a U.K. court ruled Wednesday.

Skeptics Unfazed by Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NOK) Gains

Option Brief: Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK) is brushing off the overall market malaise, hitting its highest point since May 2011 (%247.76) and bringing its year-over-year gain to nearly 200%...( Read More )

Lenovo unveils new Yoga tablet

Lenovo has revealed its new Yoga tablet, a consumer-focused device with a unique kickstand and up to 18 hours of battery life.

HTC One infringes on Nokia patent, UK court rules

A number of HTC devices including its flagship HTC One smartphone infringe on a Nokia mobile networks standards patent, a U.K. court ruled Wednesday.

Sprint Demonstrates 1 Gigabit Over-the-Air Speed at Silicon Valley Lab

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sprint poised to deliver the industry’s fastest wireless network speeds to approximately 100 of America’s largest cities

HTC One infringes on Nokia patent, UK court rules

A number of HTC devices including its flagship HTC One smartphone infringe on a Nokia mobile networks standards patent, a U.K. court ruled Wednesday.

Nokia wins mobile patent judgment in UK

HELSINKI: Finnish telecoms group Nokia scored another victory on Wednesday in its patent battle against Taiwan-based rival HTC Corporation with a British court ruling in its favour over mobile telecoms technology.

A sunken Nokia Lumia still works?

A Swedish man posts an image to Facebook of a Lumia 800 that, he says, was lost in a lake for almost four months before being brought back to life. Originally posted at Technically Incorrect

Nokia wins mobile patent judgment in UK against HTC

Finnish telecoms group Nokia scored another victory on Wednesday in its patent battle against Taiwan-based rival HTC Corporation with a British court ruling in its favor over mobile telecoms technology. After hearing the case in the Patents Court in London, the judge decided that HTC had infringed on a European Patent held by Nokia entitled "Modulator structure for a transmitter and a mobile ...

European Markets Finished Mostly Lower Ahead Of Fed Announcement

The majority of the European markets ended Wednesday's session in negative territory. Investors continued to exercise caution ahead of today's announcement from the Federal Reserve. The Fed is expected to make no change to interest rates or to its monthly asset purchase plan when it concludes its 2-day policy meeting.

Microsoft seeks EU approval for Nokia acquisition

Before the deal is finalized, Microsoft and Nokia need to clear a few regulatory hurdles, not least dealing with its own shareholders.

Sprint Demonstrates 1 Gigabit Over-the-Air Speed at Silicon Valley Lab

Sprint demonstrated live today 1 Gigabit per second over-the-air speed at its lab near Silicon Valley, Calif. This was the highlight of a day that showcased the innovation and what’s possible on the Sprint network as the company unveiled technology with the potential to surpass wireless speeds of any U.S.

Microsoft seeks EU approval for Nokia acquisition

Before the deal is finalized, Microsoft and Nokia need to clear a few regulatory hurdles, not least dealing with its own shareholders. Originally posted at News - Microsoft

Nokia adds to post-earnings gains following upgrade, HTC court win

Nokia ( NOK +2% ) has made fresh 52-week highs today, and is up 13% since delivering market-pleasing Q3 results and Q4 guidance yesterday morning. A two-notch upgrade to Buy from Denmark's Danske Bank is helping Nokia's cause; Danske issued a similar upgrade in April before having a change of heart. Meanwhile, a U.K. court has ruled in Nokia's favor in a patent infringement case against HTC. The ...

Nokia wins mobile patent judgment in UK against HTC

Finnish telecoms group Nokia scored another victory on Wednesday in its patent battle against Taiwan-based rival HTC Corporation with a British court ruling in its favour over mobile telecoms technology. After hearing the case in the Patents Court in London, the judge decided that HTC had infringed on a European Patent held by Nokia entitled "Modulator structure for a transmitter and a mobile ...

Kerry Washington is Pregnant

Actress Kerry Washington is pregnant with her first child, People and Us Weekly report. It looks like Washington’s Scandal character Olivia Pope isn’t the only one who can keep a secret, because the actress is reportedly four months along. Washington, 36, married her 49ers cornerback husband Nnamdi Asomugha in a hush-hush wedding in Idaho this June.

Samsung sells more mobile phones than Nokia, Apple, LG combined

Samsung sold 120 million mobile phones last quarter, more than 29 percent of the total global market and more than competitors Apple, Nokia, and LG combined, as global phone shipments reached a record 418 million. But there was some good news for former global best-seller Nokia. “Samsung grew 17 percent annually and shipped a record […]

Stocks Finish Higher Ahead of Fed Statement

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Nokia reports 91 mn euros net loss as sales drop

(MENAFN - AFP) Finnish mobile phone manufacturer Nokia announced Tuesday a net loss of 91 million euros ($125 million) in the third quarter as sales continued to spiral downwards. ...

INTSIG Partners with Nokia to Preload CamScanner and InNote on Lumia 1520

ABU DHABI, Oct. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Leading mobile business app developer INTSIG today announced its partnership with Nokia to preload CamScanner and InNote on new 6'' screen device Lumia 1520 in China, running a WP8 operating system. In conjunction, INTSIG's mobile app...

Nokia in Q3 net loss as sales plunge

Nokia has reported a third-quarter net loss as sales at the handsets unit it is selling to Microsoft continued to plunge. However, the network business, which will constitute the bulk of operations going ...

Finance News Update, what you need to know

Finance News Update, what you need to know

We Need More Women in Tech: The Data Prove It

CEOs Steve Ballmer of Microsoft, Stephen Elop of Nokia, and Ralph de la Vega of AT&T Mobility at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (Reuters) Across the technology sector there is a major ...

Facebook latest random company said to be eyeing BlackBerry bid

Never mind that Facebook hasn't exactly taken the world by storm with smartphones carrying its brand. And never mind that what's left of BlackBerry's user base is largely comprised of Enterprise-based users who value the platform's added layer of security -- not exactly the kind of people who would ...

Nokia posts record sales thanks to cheapo Windows Phone mobes

A little more kerr-ching than last time Nokia made record sales of Windows Phones sales in the third quarter of 2013, thanks largely to its low-end models: 8.8m Lumia handsets were shifted, up from 7.7m in Q2 .…

Nokia Lumia sales volume up

Nokia, whose phone business is being acquired by Microsoft, is reporting some good news about its Lumia line of Windows Phones. The Finnish phonemaker reports that the third-quarter sales volume of Lumia phones has increased 19 percent quarter-on-quarter to 8.8 million units. Year-over-year, Lumia volume went up 203 percent, rising from 2.9 million units in the third quarter of 2012. Nokia ...

Motorola's modular smartphone, Project Ara, unveiled

A smartphone that can be completely customized – with different displays, keyboards or measurement gadgets – may soon be available from Google-owned Motorola.

No end in sight for rally? Stocks up again

The bulls are on a roll. Stocks rose again Tuesday, despite a lackluster report on retail sales and a brief glitch involving the Nasdaq.

Nokia sees life in remaining business after Microsoft phones sale

Microsoft will still face tough time in pushing into competitive consumer devices market with Nokia deal, say analysts

iOS Smartphone Market Share Stagnant at 14%, While Windows Phone Climbs 165% Year-on-year to 4% of 3Q World Market ...

OYSTER BAY, N.Y. --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ABI Research reports 438 million handsets and 244 million smartphones shipped during the 3 rd quarter of 2013. Samsung retained its lead in handset shipments and grew its share of smartphone shipments to 35%, while Apple share remained flat at 14%.

IDC: Smartphone shipments up 39 percent in 3Q

Research group IDC says worldwide shipments of smartphones grew 39 percent in the most recent quarter to 258 million as Samsung and Apple maintained their dominance.

Nokia Tops on Q3 Earnings, Lags Rev - Analyst Blog

Nokia Tops on Q3 Earnings, Lags Rev - Analyst Blog

Shutterstock expands to Europe with German office

Internet stock photo service Shutterstock is expanding to Europe by opening a sales and development office in Berlin.

Thomson Reuters to cut 3,000 jobs

Thomson Reuters is cutting about 3,000 jobs as part of its plan to speed up its cost cuts.

Smartphone growth still racing ahead at record pace

Smartphone shipments grew by 9% in the third quarter, a record for a single quarter, which continues a record-setting trend, research firm IDC said Tuesday.

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Galaxy S4, Note 3 Help Samsung Blow Away Smartphone Rivals

The smartphone market shows no signs of slowing, according to IDC, which reported 38.8 percent annual growth worldwide in the third quarter.

Nokia sees life in remaining business after Microsoft phones sale

HELSINKI: Nokia predicted a more profitable future for its NSN networks equipment business on Tuesday, raising hopes for growth in what will be the Finnish firm's main business after its former flagship phones division is sold to Microsoft for $5.2 billion in the new year.

Shorts Squeeze Nokia To The New High List

The pessimists are running for cover after Nokia reported third quarter earnings. Even though the present isn't so cheerful, the future is bright enough that Nokia shareholders are enjoying a nice increase in value after the conference call.

Apple / Nokia in China: big difference - Financial Times (registration) (blog)








Financial Times (registration) (blog)



Apple / Nokia in China: big difference

Financial Times (registration) (blog)

The comparison is helped by Nokia's year-on-year drop in services and devices in China by 23 per cent, which would stand out for the company until you compare it to the 37 per cent drop in the Middle East and Africa region, from €682m to €428m.





InPlay from Briefing.com

InPlay from Briefing.com

Markets advancing despite poor confidence data

FXstreet.com (Edinburgh) - Shares in the US trading floor are extending the upbeat momentum on... For more information, read our latest forex news.

NSN expands deal with Brazil's Oi to include radio access, GSM and 3G

Telecoms infrastructure provider Nokia Solutions and Networks (NSN) has expanded its supply deal with Brazilian carrier Oi (NYSE: OIBR), NSN said in a release. The company was...

Dell completes deal to go private

US computer giant Dell announced Tuesday it had completed the deal to go private in a $24.9 billion buyout led by company founder Michael Dell.

Research and Markets: Market Research Report: Global NFC Handsets Market 2012-2016

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/n682rx/global_nfc) has announced the addition of the "Global NFC Handsets Market 2012-2016" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Global NFC Handset market to grow at a CAGR of 58.5 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing ...

Google smart watch heading for production, report says

Google Glass 2.0 is coming to a face near you, and reports say Google is close to putting a smart watch on your wrist too.

Shorts Squeeze Nokia To The New High List - Forbes









Shorts Squeeze Nokia To The New High List

Forbes

If the geographic breakdown was any indication, Nokia is wise to be offloading its mobile device business to Microsoft. The only geography with any increase in device sales was North America where Nokia has been almost absent for more than a decade.





Taiwan complains to Apple over "China province" tag

Taiwan said Tuesday it had lodged a complaint with Apple over new iPhone and computer operating systems that describe the island as a province of China.

Research and Markets: Market Research Report: Global NFC Handsets Market 2012-2016

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global NFC Handsets Market 2012-2016" report to their offerin

Energy stocks power European shares after results beats

European shares edged higher on Tuesday as estimate-beating results at BP and Saipem fuelled a surge in the oil sector, a laggard in this year's equity rally. Adding to the upbeat crop of results, Finnish ...

Nokia in Q3 net loss as sales continue plunge

Nokia reported Tuesday a third-quarter loss as sales at the handsets unit it is selling to Microsoft continued to plunge. But the company gave a positive outlook on continuing operations, including the ...

Nokia in third-quarter loss of $125 million with sales plunge but high hopes in networks unit

HELSINKI - Nokia reported Tuesday a third-quarter loss as sales at the handsets unit it is selling to Microsoft continued to plunge. But the company gave a positive outlook on continuing operations, including the networks unit, causing the share price to surge.

Gift guide: 10 offbeat gadgets to gift this Diwali

Here are some quirky gadgets you can gift this Diwali.

CORRECTING and REPLACING Record Smartphone Shipments Grow the Market 38.8% in the Third Quarter of 2013, Making Way ...

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Market overview: FTSE closes up 49 points at 6,775

1630: Close The FTSE 100 ended 49 higher following the release of UK data and as the US Federal Reserve began its two-day policy meeting. The Fed is expected to maintain its stimulus programme and keep the interest rate unchanged.

Europe close: Stocks rise as Fed begins policy meeting

European stocks finished higher on Tuesday as the Federal Reserve started its two-day policy meeting. The Fed is expected to announce that it will maintain its $85bn in monthly asset purchases and keep the interest rate at 0.25% after the meeting wraps up tomorrow.

Nokia Tops on Q3 Earnings, Lags Rev

Nokia reported mixed financial results for the third quarter of 2013.

Nokia in third-quarter loss of $125 million with sales plunge but high hopes in ... - Newser









Nokia in third-quarter loss of $125 million with sales plunge but high hopes in ...

Newser

Nokia reported Tuesday a third-quarter loss as sales at the handsets unit it is selling to Microsoft continued to plunge. But the company gave a positive outlook on continuing operations, including the networks unit, causing the share price to surge.





It's official: Samsung is the WORLD'S BIGGEST smartphone maker

That little Cupertino-based mobe firm? Yeah, we've heard of them Samsung outsold every other smartphone maker combined during the third quarter of 2013, according to IDC.…

Nokia sees life in remaining business after Microsoft phones sale

By Ritsuko Ando HELSINKI (Reuters) - Nokia (HEX:NOK1V) predicted a more profitable future for its NSN networks equipment business on Tuesday, raising hopes for growth in what will be the Finnish firm's ...

Global Managed Services Market to 2018

DUBLIN, Ireland, October 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qwfccj/managed_services ) has announced the addition of the "Global Managed Services ...

Nokia losses slow as company faces scaled-down future

Nokia losses slow as company faces scaled-down future

Stocks Higher as Weak Data Lifts Hopes for No Taper

Read full story for details.

Nokia results boosted by Lumia smartphone sales

With the sale of its devices business to Microsoft set to complete early in 2014, Nokia has reported a boost in sales of its Lumia smartphones

Europe midday: Stocks rise before Fed meeting, US data

Fed begins policy meeting; US retail sales, consumer confidence; Bank of Italy's Signorini on economic growth

Stocks stay strong midday

The Toronto stock market was higher Tuesday amid a stream of earnings reports and a major real estate deal involving Sears Canada. The retailer will get $400 million from its landlords for vacating five ...

Stocks steady ahead of Fed meeting

U.S. stock futures were little changed Tuesday as investors waited for a deluge of economic data and the start of a two-day meeting of the Federal Reserve. The U.S. Census Bureau will release its monthly report on retail sales at 8:30 a.m. ET Monday, while the Bureau of Labor Statistics will publish the latest edition of its producer price index. At 9:00, S&P will publish the Case-Shiller 20 ...

European Markets Reverse Early Losses Ahead of Fed Reserve Policy Meet

Markets expect the Fed to leave its monetary policy unchanged.

Nokia teases Instagram for Windows Phone

Photo-sharing enthusiasts with mobile devices running Microsoft's Windows Phone can finally catch up with their iOS and Android counterparts: Instagram is finally coming to the platform.

Earnings Watch For October 29 (PFE, BIDU, DWA, LNKD, EA)

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) is due to post its third quarter results before the markets open. The pharmaceutical giant is expected to post earnings of $0.56 per share, higher than the year-ago quarter's $0.53 per share. However, quarterly revenues are anticipated to decline to $12.70 billion from $13.98 billion in the prior-year quarter. PFE closed Monday at $30.74. (52-wk H/L $31.15/$23.55)

Share everything, with Nokia Beamer - Nokia Conversations









Share everything, with Nokia Beamer

Nokia Conversations

Many people were blown away with the magic of Nokia Photobeamer and the ability to magically beam a photo from your Nokia Lumia smartphone to a connected screen like your TV, laptop, or another phone or tablet. But why stop with just your photos?





Stocks steady ahead of Fed meeting

U.S. stock futures were little changed early Tuesday before key economic data releases and the start of a two-day Fed meeting.

Motorola Project Ara Teams With Phonebloks To Develop Customisable Modular Smartphones

The idea of a "modular" mobile phone first came to our attention last month with Phonebloks - but frustratingly, the concept was... well, just a concept. The basic premise is a device would be completely customisable and built by the user. Take lots of photos? Get a bigger camera module. Have lots of films and music? Get a bigger memory module. Each module has a different purpose and ...

U.S. stocks steady ahead of Fed meeting

U.S. stock futures were little changed early Tuesday before key economic data releases and the start of a two-day Fed meeting.

Stocks steady ahead of Fed meeting

U.S. stock futures were little changed Tuesday as investors waited for a deluge of economic data and the start of a two-day meeting of the Federal Reserve.

The Dorman smartphone photography tips round-up

Richard Dorman has been well known in the world of Nokia smartphone photography, of course, specialising in long exposure 'wonder' shots of nature - and in this two part series, linked and quoted below, he shares some of this secrets, including composing landscapes and shooting silhouettes.

Aussies set to snap up wearable technology

In keeping with Australians' rapacious demand for new gadgets and gizmos, wearable technology is expected to fly off the shelves next year.

New Network Drivers

Business is for profit. Ownership does not make any sense. That's why global telecom service providers' network and other areas are run by telecom infrastructure companies such as Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks and Alcatel-Lucent.

EverDock Now Available for Pre-Order on FŪZ Designs Website

After raising over $450,000 in just 30 days on Kickstarter, FŪZ Designs begins taking pre-orders at http://www.fuzdesigns.com . (PRWeb October 29, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11264250.htm

PulseOn closes €1M seed investment round to launch innovation in optical heart rate monitoring

Finnish mobile wellness technology company PulseOn has closed a €1m seed investment round to finalize and launch its ground-breaking innovation in optical heart rate monitoring.

TUV Rheinland Becomes Sole WPC Authorized Qi Testing Lab in Mainland China

HONG KONG, Oct. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In September, the 34th Conference of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), held in Qingdao, formally recognized TUV Rheinland Shenzhen as a WPC-authorized Qi testing ...

Aussies to snap up wearable technology

A new report has found that one in five Australians will own wearable technology next year.

Europe stocks seen higher; Fed meeting ahead

European equities are expected to open slightly higher on Tuesday as investors await the outcome of the U.S. Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting due on Wednesday.

Apple, Samsung Fend Off Low-Cost Chinese Rivals

The rise of low-cost Chinese smartphone makers may have accelerated the decline of some established players like Nokia Corp. But so far, it has done little to challenge the duopoly of Samsung Electronics and Apple.

Verizon nabs BlackBerry Z30 for $199 on contract, 'coming in November'

Not much info was given when we last heard Verizon say "coming soon" about the BlackBerry Z30 , but the company has been more generous with details this time around. The carrier announced today that the Z30 will arrive some time in November online for $199 on a two-year contract and $22.91 per month for 24 months on Verizon Edge. Yes, the actual date hasn't been released, but at least we know ...

Corbin Bleu's Dancing With The Stars Blog: From The Cha Cha To Halloween Party Planning

The sequel to 2013's 'The Hunger Games', the sequel follows Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark as they become targets of the Capitol after their victory in the 74th Hunger Games sparks a rebellion in the Districts of Panem.

Apple Is Sitting On a Timebomb In India With iTunes Payment Gateway ... - MediaNama.com









Apple Is Sitting On a Timebomb In India With iTunes Payment Gateway ...

MediaNama.com

In India however, Microsoft might have to set it up operator billing on their own with a little help from Nokia as Delhi High Court has put an interim stay on Nokia India transferring the ownership rights for any of its immovable assets. Do not forget Oxigen.





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Nokia on Monday inaugurated its first cell phone manufacturing base in Vietnam, which has been operational since June this year.

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Samsung Electronics, the flagship unit of Samsung Group, and the two automakers of Hyundai Motor Group make up more than a quarter of the combined net profit of about 460,000 companies in the nation.

AEG Tech Updates – 28 October 2013 - AEG India








AEG India



AEG Tech Updates – 28 October 2013

AEG India

Nokia had recently launched its first ever tablet by it and as expected, it runs on Windows RT 8.1. It has been launched at an event in Abu Dhabi and might reach the Indian shores as well in some time. Here's everything that you should know about the tablet.





Data will be the key as Fed meeting starts

As the Fed begins its two-day policy meeting Tuesday, markets will get a look at how consumers behaved just before the government shut down.

Data will be key in Fed meeting

As the Fed begins its two-day policy meeting Tuesday, markets will get a look at how consumers behaved just before the government shut down.

WhatsApps Shows BlackBerry The Mountain That Needs To Be Climbed

Yes, the 10 million downloads of the Blackberry Messenger app (BBM) on Android and iOS was impressive, but the announcement at Nokia World 2013 by WhatsApp CEO Jan Koum shows that the Canadian messaging platform has a long way to go before it can be considered significant in the modern market.

Latest smartphone numbers show a galaxy of Samsungs

Samsung continues its dominance in the smartphone space, showing no signs of slowing down despite the hugely competitive smartphone market. Can Apple or fast-growing competitors in Asia take the wind out of its sails?

Chart Says Tech Giant's Breakout Could Lead to an 18% Rally

Technology giant Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) reported better-than-expected fiscal first-quarter 2014 earnings on Oct. 24, after the close. Earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.62 versus the Street's estimate ...

Trying to make sense of Apple

The company is a conundrum. It's doing all that the playbook says it should, but it can't make good use of its profits.

Who Should Apple Buy? Google Autocomplete Suggests Acquisitions

In case you haven't noticed, Apple is ridiculously wealthy and just keeps getting ridiculously wealthier. As of its earnings call Monday , the company has $146.8 billion in the bank. That's not only a record for cash on hand, it's 10% of all corporate cash (not counting financial companies) on the planet The drumbeat for Apple to do something with that money — perhaps a stock buyback, per Carl ...

Apple Earnings Drop For Third Quarter In Row

Apple's fourth-quarter earnings have fallen nine per cent as more people opt for the company's lower-priced iPhones and iPads. It is the third consecutive quarter that its earnings have dropped compared ...

Review: Apple iPhone 5c and 5s

Is the 5c worth the discount?

Apple’s Share Slipped as 251 Million Smartphones Shipped in Third Quarter

Global shipments of smartphones grew 45% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2013 to a record 251 million units. The quarter also marks the first time total shipments topped a quarter billion. Samsung ...

Recap: Apple Earnings, Conference Call

Apple reported fiscal fourth-quarter results after the close Monday. The company's conference call began shortly after 5 p.m. ET. Here's a recap.

The Insane World Of Apple Inc

Apple's results, just announced this evening, show a company on a plateau but a very high one. They also reveal an analyst community struggling to make a rational judgment of the company's future.

Jason Aldean bus, en route to Ill., fatally strikes pedestrian

A country singer's tour ends on a sad note as the bus carrying Jason Aldean struck and killed a pedestrian Monday in Indiana.

Nokia Earnings: NSN And Patents Drive Value

Nokia Earnings: NSN And Patents Drive Value

Still kicking: Nokia has yet another Lumia phone in the works

Nokia has announced six new devices since it jointly announced a deal to sell its handset and services divisions to Microsoft, and now a leaked video introduces us to the seventh. The upcoming Lumia 929 will be Verizon Wireless’ followup to the Lumia 928 you may or may not remember — BGR reviewed the Lumia 928 back in May — and it looks like on of Nokia’s sleekest smartphones to date. The phone ...

Inrix launches new traffic service, announces VW deal

Kirkland-based traffic data provider Inrix today launched a new version of its service with more precision and flexibility to run on multiple digital maps. The upgrades could help the 325-person company accelerate enterprise sales as it steers toward a potential public stock offering next year. The new service, called Inrix XD, is available to consumers through the Inrix app on iOS and Android ...

Tablets Gear Up for Corporate Users (And Vice Versa)

A new front is opening in the tablet wars: the battle for the office worker. No longer satisfied with passive, content-consuming users, tablet makers want to go where the real margins can be found: the corporate world.

ABC Announces November Sweeps Programming

Highlights include a special "Shark Tank"-themed episode of "The Neighbors."

Wunderman Attracts Top Global Creative Talent

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Celebrated creative director Lincoln Bjorkman has joined Wunderman as global chief creative officer.

Laptopmag.com photo shootout finds iPhone 5s camera beats vaunted Nokia Lumia 1020

You've probably seen the Nokia Lumia 1020 ads with the neon-lit motor scooters being photographed with the smartphone, with a tag line that says the photos are better than you'd get from an iPhone 5s. Well, the guys from Laptop decided to check out the cameras in a number of real-life situations, and they found that the iPhone 5s camera roundly beat the capabilities of the Lumia 1020 . The team ...

Nokia Lumia 2520 Tablet Philippines Price and Release Date Guesstimate, Specs, Nokia Power Keyboard Hands-On, Key ...

Nokia World 2013 may be the Finnish company's last major international event as an independent handset maker but it sure became a venue for them to announce a lot of exciting "firsts" -- perhaps to symbolize a new beginning for the beloved electronics brand. Last October 22, 2013 in Abu Dhabi, I personally witnessed the launch of Nokia Lumia 1520 , Nokia first phablet flaunting a massive 6-inch ...

NSN builds on telco cloud leadership with multi-stack cloud approach - WebWire (press release)









NSN builds on telco cloud leadership with multi-stack cloud approach

WebWire (press release)

Enables maximum agility and flexibility for telco cloud. WEBWIRE – Monday, October 28, 2013. Espoo, Finland - Nokia Solutions and Networks is reinforcing its multi-stack approach to telco cloud to give operators full flexibility in their choice of cloud platforms.





Business events scheduled for Tuesday

Major business and economic events scheduled for Tuesday: WASHINGTON — Labor Department releases the Producer Price Index for September, 8:30 a.m.; Commerce Department releases retail sales data for September, ...

Apps for stress-free Undas

IT'S that time of the year again, when you have to brave the thick mass of people in cemeteries to pay your respects to departed loved ones. The experience can be taxing, but you can still have a stress-free Undas with the help of your trusty mobile phone. Here are some useful tips from wireless services leader Smart Communications Inc. (Smart): Avoid traffic jams using Waze Download the...

Australian federal judge losing patience with Samsung over Patentgate affair

In California, Samsung has a deadline today for delivering to the court copies...

Ellie Goulding Releases 'How Long Will I Love You' As BBC Children In Need Single (WATCH)

The Pop Starlet’s Cover Will Raise Money For The Charity

Directions Magazine Announces Location Intelligence 2014 With Oracle, HERE and the Eclipse Foundation as Corporate ...

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwired - Oct 28, 2013) - Directions Magazine's Location Intelligence 2014 conference will be held May 19-21, 2014, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

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... Solutions and Networks (NSN) has said that it is demonstrating its advanced mobile broadband technologies at Transform Africa Summit (TAS) 2013 in Kigali, Rwanda. It's a four-day ... company said in the statement.

Samsung 'Galaxy Round' Advert Is Amusingly Bizarre

Samsung recently announced its first genuinely 'curved' phone, and it's just unveiled an interesting (and pretty bizarre) advert for the device. The message? This phone is curved. Other objects are curved. Like lemons. And Russian dolls. And babies. In truth it's pretty confusing, but it does what they set out to do. The Galaxy Round is round. GET IT? Meanwhile LG has also released their own ...

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Apple, Amazon.com, Microsoft, Nokia and Supertex

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Apple, Amazon.com, Microsoft, Nokia and Supertex

Nokia Lumia 1520 Available for Pre-order in Switzerland - Geeky gadgets








Geeky gadgets



Nokia Lumia 1520 Available for Pre-order in Switzerland

Geeky gadgets

Earlier this week, it was reported that Nokia Lumia 1520 can be pre-ordered in Europe for 699 Euros. People residing in Switzerland can also pre-order Nokia's flagship phablet for 849 Swiss Francs (almost equals $950) from Digitec.ch, a Swiss retailer.





Nokia Lumia 929 rumoured to have 5-inch 1080p display

Washington, Oct. 28 : Nokia's yet-to-be announced Lumia 929 smartphone has appeared in a leaked video.

Nokia Lumia 929 rumoured to have 5-inch 1080p display

The new leaked video shows the device in black on the US carrier, with a 5-inch 1080p display and supported for the new three columns of Live Tiles.

Nokia Lumia 929 rumoured to have 5-inch 1080p display

Washington, Oct. 28 (ANI): Nokia's yet-to-be announced Lumia 929 smartphone has appeared in a leaked video.

NSN demonstrates mobile broadband technologies

Nokia Solutions and Networks (NSN) has said that it is demonstrating its advanced mobile broadband technologies at Transform Africa Summit (TAS) 2013 in Kigali, Rwanda. It's a four-day event which starts from October 28, 2013.

Stephen Elop on Nokia's future with Microsoft

It has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride for Nokia and its former CEO and current EVP of devices and services business, Stephen Elop, ever since Nokia announced it was selling its handset and services business to Microsoft.

Indian-Americans organise job fair in Chicago

Chicago, Oct 28 (PTI) As part of its effort to find jobs for unemployed professionals, the Indian-American Community Services (IACS) organised a job fair here this week which attracted participation from many top companies.

VMS selects Nokia Siemens Networks

TeleDNA has launched, mZone, a application for the mobile subscribers that can help them upload pictures or video clips with the ease of few clicks from their mobile phones on to Internet.mZone can also be offered and deployed by mobile operators to provide innovative photo uploading and sharing facilities to their mobile subscribers. mZone provides mobile users a space of their own to upload ...

Pimping the Nokia 808 PureView

In perhaps the most 'current' Pimping piece yet, I tackle the Nokia 808 PureView, still a lot of people's main device, perhaps based on the super flexibility, the great camera, the gadgets, and so on.

Obama 'gave go-ahead for Merkel phone tapping' German newspaper claims

Bild newspaper in Germany called US denials of eavesdropping 'diplomatic lies' as new documents from Washington suggest the bugging against the politicians began at least ten years ago.

Regus Survey: Business Confidence Gap Narrows

Indonesia and developing world Index falls as focus turns to sustainable growth Jakarta, Indonesia, Oct 28, 2013 - (ACN Newswire) - A fall in business confidence in fast-growing economies such as Indonesia ...

ZATS: Ep 281 – 'Them Apples' - TechCentral









ZATS: Ep 281 – 'Them Apples'

TechCentral

Hot on the heels of some interesting announcements from Apple, Nokia, Microsoft and BlackBerry, Brett Haggard, Steven Ambrose, Christo van Gemert and David Greenway congregate to speak about what blew their hair back in this week's tech news scene.





LG unveils curved-screen smartphone

LG Electronics unveiled Monday a curved-screen smartphone, taking on rival Samsung in a niche market seen as a first step on the road to fully flexible products.

Wal-Mart plans Chinese growth

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to open up to 110 new stores in China in the next three years while the world's largest retailer seeks to make the business there more profitable.

Study: Consumers Look for Mobile Operators to Deliver Innovative Messaging Features and Pricing; Majority of ...

CHICAGO and BERLIN -- Infinite Convergence Solutions, a next-generation wireless messaging and mobility solutions provider for carriers and enterprises, today releases the results of its 2013 Social Messaging ...

Why wireless carriers in the U.S are discounting Windows Phones

What's going on with discounted prices for Windows Phone 8 smartphones like the recently launched Samsung ATIV S Neo and Nokia's Lumia 1020?

Digital Electronic Gadgets Slowly Killing Photography Business

In 1994, Augustine Kaponda, a freelance photographer using his analog Cannon camera could make K5, 700 a month, enough money to support his family. Fast forward 2013, he makes three times less than he used to make, thanks to the coming in of digital electronic gadgets.

Akshat Ghiya, Co-founder amp; Director, Karma Recycling

âElectronic waste is one of the fastest growing kinds of waste streams in the world; India with its magnitude is obviously at the forefront of this rapid growth in e-wasteâ¦â

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Akshat Ghiya, Co-founder & Director , Karma Recycling , Akshat founded Glazetech Industries, a manufacturer and supplier of innovative and "green" building materials and metal facade solutions in 2006 in Jaipur, Rajasthan (India).

Nokia World 2013 tour through Lumia 1020

Enjoy the visual tour of the Nokia World 2013 convention at Abu Dhabi, UAE captured entirely through the Lumia 1020.

India-based Micromax shipping smartphones to Europe

India-based handset vendor Micromax has begun shipping its smartphones to Russia with plans to enter into other markets in Europe in 2014, according to sources in Taiwan's handset supply chain.

Firefox OS smartphones may struggle to compete with Android, Nokia models

Smartphones running on Firefox OS may not be able to compete effectively against low-end Android phones or Nokia's Asha family models, despite successful initial sales of ZTE Open launched by China-based ZTE in the US and UK, according to industry sources.

Germany steps up attacks on US over spying

Berlin, Oct 28 (IANS/EFE): Germany Sunday toughened the tone of its response to allegations that US intelligence agencies spied on Chancellor Angela Merkel, warning Washington that diplomats and embassies on German soil must obey the law, which considers eavesdropping on telephone calls a crime.

Obama 'gave the go-ahead for Merkel phone tapping' as he wanted to 'know everything' about world's most powerful woman ...

Bild newspaper in Germany called US denials of eavesdropping 'diplomatic lies' as new documents from Washington suggest the bugging against the politicians began at least ten years ago.

Qualcomm: Nokia Lumia 2520 “Bigger, Faster, Lower Power” Than Microsoft's Surface 2

If you, like me, took some offline time this weekend, we’re a bit late to the latest slap fight in the world of Windows RT. Until recently, there was only one functional player in the Windows RT space – Microsoft, and its Surface 2 tablet – but Nokia has stepped into the ring, and one of its suppliers is talking a little trash. No shame in that, of course, bragging is as old as language, but how ...

Why wireless carriers in the U.S are discounting Windows Phones

What's going on with discounted prices for Windows Phone 8 smartphones like the recently launched Samsung ATIV S Neo and Nokia's Lumia 1020?

Review: Apple iPhone 5c and 5s

Is the 5c worth the discount?

Nokia-ALU merger on the cards but a bad idea

As Nokia's sale of its handset business draws closer, the markets are increasingly determined that it will spend its €5.44 billion ($7.51 billion) windfall on bolstering its chief remaining business by acquiring Alcatel-Lucent's wireless infrastructure unit for an anticipated €2 billion.

Germany steps up attacks on US over spying

Berlin, Oct 28 : Germany Sunday toughened the tone of its response to allegations that US intelligence agencies spied on Chancellor Angela Merkel, warning Washington that diplomats and embassies on German soil must obey the law, which considers eavesdropping on telephone calls a crime.

Germany steps up attacks on US over spying

Berlin, Oct 28 (IANS/EFE) Germany Sunday toughened the tone of its response to allegations that US intelligence agencies spied on Chancellor Angela Merkel, warning Washington that diplomats and embassies on German soil must obey the law, which considers eavesdropping on telephone calls a crime.

Obama under pressure over Merkel phone tap allegations

German magazine claims US has been spying on chancellor’s mobile phone since 2002

TRENDS: Engaging on-device experiences

Finnish mobile phone manufacturer gets more social with new offerings at the recent Nokia World in Abu Dhabi, writes Rozana Sani

Preview: Nokia Lumia 1520

The Nokia Lumia 1520 has a 6in, full HD display and also includes a 20-megapixel PureView camera.

REVIEW: Toshiba Has A New Windows 8 Laptop-Tablet Hybrid And It's Just Okay

Are two things always better than one? Toshiba just released its Satellite Click device, a Windows 8.1-running laptop-tablet hybrid that costs $599. The flagship hybrid Microsoft device, The Microsoft Surface, didn't do too hot last year (the company had to take a $900 million dollar charge because of losses on the device), but Toshiba's dual-device attempt looks very different.

Apple's new iPads, Surface 2, Nokia Lumia, BBM for all (MobileTechRoundup show #308)

Apple announced new iPads, Nokia announced new Lumias, HTC revealed a bigger One Mini, and Microsoft released new Surface devices.

My Nokia World 2013 Abu Dhabi Experience : From Arrival to Event Wrap-up

I'm not sure if you still remember, TP Friends, but when Nokia was still holding their yearly Nokia Connection events in the Asia Pacific region (usually in Singapore), Nokia Philippines used to always bring me with them as part of our country's delegation. Going to this year's Nokia World media event held in Abu Dhabi really meant a lot to me not just because I wanted to be there to witness all ...

REVIEW: Toshiba Has A New Windows 8 Laptop-Tablet Hybrid And It's Just Okay

Are two things always better than one? Toshiba just released its Satellite Click device, a Windows 8.1-running laptop-tablet hybrid that costs $599. The flagship hybrid Microsoft device, The Microsoft Surface, didn't do too hot last year (the company had to take a $900 million dollar charge because of losses on the device), but Toshiba's dual-device attempt looks very different.

Nokia Lumia 2520 vs Microsoft Surface 2 is a 'no contest,' says Qualcomm

If you're one of the few folks out there still looking to buy a Windows RT 8.1 tablet, the Nokia Lumia 2520 should be the hands-down choice over the Microsoft Surface 2 , according to chipmaker Qualcomm. The company said the tablet battle between tech's biggest pair of pals results in an easy victory for the Finnish manufacturer, which it claims outstrips Microsoft's own-branded device in all ...

Investors wait for Fed, Apple and Facebook

Traders will have their eyes on Washington this week -- but not because of a shutdown or debt standoff. They'll be looking to the Federal Reserve.

Nokia Lumia 929 photo and video leaked

A photo and video of the yet-to-be-released Nokia Lumia 929 has been leaked by WPCentral forum member Falorin. The Windows Phone device appears scuffed and marked up, indicating Falorin has had it in his possession and been using it for some time now. The leak is a welcome sight for Lumia fans who were disappointed […]

REVIEW: Toshiba Has A New Windows 8 Laptop-Tablet Hybrid And It's Just Okay

Are two things always better than one? Toshiba just released its Satellite Click device, a Windows 8.1-running laptop-tablet hybrid that costs $599. The flagship hybrid Microsoft device, The Microsoft Surface, didn't do too hot last year (the company had to take a $900 million dollar charge because of losses on the device), but Toshiba's dual-device attempt looks very different.

REVIEW: Toshiba Has A New Windows 8 Laptop-Tablet Hybrid And It's Just Okay

A decent computer, an awkward tablet.

Angela Merkel’s phone 'tracked since 2002'

Chancellor’s potential coalition partners demand parliamentary inquiry into allegations

The Great Indian homegrown brand sale

In December of 2010, multinational consumer goods firm Reckitt Benckiser announced that it was taking over Ahmedabad-based Paras Pharma for Rs 3,260 crore, almost eight times its sales then.

The Great Indian homegrown brand sale

In December of 2010, multinational consumer goods firm Reckitt Benckiser announced that it was taking over Ahmedabad-based Paras Pharma for Rs 3,260 crore, almost eight times its sales then. The s...

Nokia unveils newest Lumia and Asha devices

By: Technews Staff Nokia went all-out recently during their Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi. They have announced three new Asha devices, the Asha 500, 502, and 503. And three new Lumia devices, Lumia 1520 and 1320, and Nokia’s first Windows tablet, the Lumia 2520. “Now more than ever, mobile devices are at the center […]

Police: Chris Brown charged with assault in DC

Police say singer Chris Brown has been arrested in Washington after a fight broke out near the W Hotel.

Micromax ups the X-factor

Micromax has roped in Hugh Jackman as brand ambassador in order to expand its footprint across the globe. Do you think the step will help Micromax in establishing itself globally?...

Apple, Facebook, Fed take the spotlight

The Federal Reserve probably won't cut back on its bond buying program this week. Investors also will be scrutinizing earnings from Apple and Facebook.

Investors wait for Fed, Apple and Facebook

When will the Fed taper its economic stimulus? Markets will watch for signs.

A Tablet Tête-à-Tête and Twitter Takes Over - GeekSugar.com









A Tablet Tête-à-Tête and Twitter Takes Over

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Investors wait for Fed, Apple and Facebook

The Federal Reserve probably won't cut back on its bond buying program this week. Investors also will be scrutinizing earnings from Apple and Facebook.

Nokia launches Windows tablet, smartphones galore

Finnish smartphone maker Nokia has introduced its first Windows tablet PC, the Lumia 2520, to the Middle East market, and launched several new handsets from its Lumia and Asha ranges.

The After Math: two new iPads, two new Windows Phones and Instagram news

Did Apple manage satisfy your cravings for a new iPad? Maybe that new Mac Pro has got you readying a preorder, if only for the illusion of the power user that you one day hope to be. After a year's break, the return of Nokia World coincided with Apple's soiree, but the Microsoft-aligned phone maker ...

Nokia Lumia 2520 vs Microsoft Surface 2 is a 'no contest,' says Qualcomm

If you're one of the few folks out there still looking to buy a Windows RT 8.1 tablet, the Nokia Lumia 2520 should be the hands-down choice over the Microsoft Surface 2 , according to chipmaker Qualcomm. The company said the tablet battle between tech's biggest pair of pals results in an easy victory for the Finnish manufacturer, which it claims outstrips Microsoft's own-branded device in all ...

Merkel’s phone spied on since 2002, leaked documents say

Chancellor’s potential coalition partners demand parliamentary inquiry into allegations

Merkel’s phone spied on since 2002, leaked NSA documents say

Chancellor’s potential coalition partners demand parliamentary inquiry into allegations

A third of all Samsung Galaxy Gears are returned to the shop

According to a leaked document from Best Buy, about a third of all Gear smart watches sold are brought back to the shop.

Qualcomm: We're betting on Windows for third-place in mobile

When Android first launched, it was widely panned by critics and consumers alike. Five years later, it takes up more than half of all U.S. devices. Despite its initial struggles, Windows RT could still strike it lucky, according to two of the chipmaker's product executives.

VIVA launches new Lumia smartphone

MANAMA: VIVA yesterday announced the launch of the Nokia Lumia 1020 featuring a 41 megapixel sensor.

UWI focuses on new tech at global showcase

The new school year is well underway at the University of the West Indies (UWI) St Augustine Campus, and as part of its mission to prepare students for work and life, the university recently held its Global Technology Showcase (GTS). Microsoft TT was on hand, to help the UWI community better understand and use their latest innovations in devices, services and academic programmes available.

Samsung Q3 profit spikes 26% to new high

Samsung Electronics' quarterly operating profit surged 26 per cent to a new record, matching estimates and powered by a strong recovery in its memory chip business as smartphone sales growth eases sharply.

Cracks in Finland's 'Triple A' image

Finland's image as an island of fiscal virtue in an ocean of European profligacy has eroded to the point that many ask if it can keep its stellar credit rating.

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Tech review: Apple delivers for holidays - Sun, 27 Oct 2013 PST

Apple unveiled a new, thinner, lighter tablet called the iPad Air along with a slew of new Macs ahead of the holiday shopping season. The company also said that its ...

Microsoft beats profit forecasts, shares jump

Microsoft Corp cruised past Wall Street's quarterly profit and revenue forecasts on Thursday, helped by strong sales of its Office and server software to businesses, sending its shares up more than 5 per cent after hours.

On The Move

Education The Sage Colleges Deanna L. Cohen joined as director of external relations. Cohen previously served as director of government and public relations at Empire Education Corp. Health Care New York Oncology Hematology Courtney Bellomo joined the medical staff. Board certified in internal medicine and board eligible in medical oncology and hematology, Bellomo is treating patients at the ...

Cracks in Finland's 'Triple A' image

Helsinki (AFP) - Finland's image as an island of fiscal virtue in an ocean of European profligacy has eroded to the point that many ask if it can keep its stellar credit rating.

Nokia Lumia 929 caught on video, may reach Verizon by Thanksgiving - Engadget









Nokia Lumia 929 caught on video, may reach Verizon by Thanksgiving

Engadget

Disappointed that the rumored Lumia 929 didn't surface at Nokia's big event this past week? Don't worry -- WPCentral forum member Falorin has posted photos and a video (after the break) revealing more details of Verizon's Windows Phone flagship.





Nokia Lumia 929 caught on video, may reach Verizon by Thanksgiving

Disappointed that the rumored Lumia 929 didn't surface at Nokia's big event this past week? Don't worry -- WPCentral forum member Falorin has posted photos and a video (after the break) revealing more details of Verizon's Windows Phone flagship. As previous leaks implied, the 929 is effectively a ...

Cracks in Finland's 'Triple A' image

Finland's image as an island of fiscal virtue in an ocean of European profligacy has eroded to the point that many ask if it can keep its stellar credit rating.

WIMAX: Gearing Up

The next generation of broadband wireless access (BWA) is almost upon us. IEEE 802.16 standard and the WiMax Forum will enable interoperability and lower price-points that were previously unattainable with proprietary point-to-point (PTP) and point-to-multipoint (PMP) communication schemes.

Mayor pledges backing for enterprise innovation-Eastday

BEIJING, Oct. 27 -- Shanghai is committed to supporting enterprises in their efforts to create innovative products and services, Mayor Yang Xiong said yesterday.

A storeowner and a biker continue to navigate life’s obstacles

EDITOR'S NOTE: Joe Gisondi and Brian Poulter, journalism professors at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, traveled Illinois 1 this summer and recorded their journey. For our purposes, their journey started in Danville, but the six-part series will cover the length of the road from its origin near Cave in Rock and its end at the south side of Chicago. On the Illinois 1 project, under a ...

Global Telecom Operation Management Market 2012 – 2016: Industry Analysis, Market Size and Research Report

MarketResearchReports.Biz announces addition of new report “Global Telecom Operation Management Market 2012 – 2016” to its database. Visit: http://www.marketresearchreports.biz/analysis-details/global-telecom-operation-management-market-2012-2016 . (PRWeb October 26, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11269622.htm

Er, Ms Merkel, your guys do it too

WHEN Angela Merkel, the German chancellor, was told last week that her trusty Nokia 6210 Slide had been monitored by the US National Security Agency (NSA) from Fort Meade, Maryland, her reaction seemed to be one of genuine outrage.

New Microsoft Store at WEM and new SONOS affordable speaker

What I like best is the service before, when and after you buy a Microsoft product, a model many third party big box stores can learn from.

The Macalope Weekly: A fundamental lack of understanding

Let's face it, saying iPads cost too much!" is the same thing as saying "I don't understand why iPads are popular." And saying that the iPhone 5c isn't selling well is just another way of saying "I can't read sales data."

'Branding Lanka as a knowledge service hub, vital'

The Sri Lanka Association of Software Services Companies (SLASSCOM) has submittted a series of proposals for the 2014 Budget to accelerate development of the IT and BPO industry in Sri Lanka, one of the top five export revenue earners.

Benzinga Weekly Preview: FOMC Meeting Closely Watched - NASDAQ









Benzinga Weekly Preview: FOMC Meeting Closely Watched

NASDAQ

Next week investors will be waiting for several key earnings reports including Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL ), Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ: FB ), Nokia Corporation (NYSE: NOK ), MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET ), and Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA ). Apple Inc.





12 other governments that spy on their citizens

The U.S. government spies quite a bit on their own citizens. But these days, who doesn't?

One Direction to perform at the American Music Awards next month

The 'Best Song Ever' hitmakers - consisting of Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson - will make their on-stage debut at the annual awards ceremony on November 24, reports E! News.

Tablet war Apple vs. Microsoft

The great tablet smackdown of 2013 has just begun. Apple on Tuesday announced the latest in its line of iPads, including a new iPad Mini and the iPad Air . The new Air weighs just one pound and is eight times speedier than the original.

The week in technology: 5 must-know things

APPLE AND OTHERS: Apple dominated tech headlines this week with product releases and software updates. Here's what you need to know about the week in technology. Photo gallery: Apple's new Macs, iPad Air

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... faster than 3G for its customers in Doha, Qatar . Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) is the sole 4G supplier for Ooredoo nework in Qatar . The company has built the complete LTE (long ... calls without having to fall back to GSM or 3G networks.

Sony SmartWatch 2 review: a fair effort that still hasn't cracked it

Cast your mind back to the period between August and October 2012, and there was barely a whisper about a smartwatch round these parts. Pebble was funded and well underway, and we discovered a curious Google patent -- but that was pretty much it. In that same period one year later, you'll find ...

Engadget Mobile Podcast 194 - 10.24.13

This week's episode centers almost entirely around Nokia, as our host Brad Molen is joined by Richard Lai and Myriam Joire to discuss these colorful Windows-based phones and tablets. Both Richard and Myriam attended Nokia's Abu Dhabi event and evidently they can't stop gushing about it, along with ...

One Direction Debuts New Single 'Story of My Life'

The British/Irish boyband's new track serves as the second cut off their upcoming release, 'Midnight Memories', which will hit the stores on November 25.

'Coalition' within industries gets a thumbs up by CEOs

Business Today CEO lunch meet in New Delhi was attended by a host of leading CEOs from diverse sectors. They talked of ways to promote inclusive growth through collaboration between players in industries or what they called 'coalition within industries'.

Going out in style: Funeral planning for 2013

Your life was grand. You should have an exit as fabulous as you are. In today's funeral industry, anything is possible

Pencuri pecah masuk, geledah pejabat

SIBU: Sebuah syarikat insurans di Jalan Keranji di sini bukan sahaja mengalami kerugian disebabkan pen­curi yang memecah masuk [...]

Stock-market bulls face hurdles in the week ahead

Bulls face a trio of challenges: The Fed, earnings from some big names and delayed data due to the shutdown. Will they keep running or lie down?

Stock-market bulls face hurdles

Bulls face a trio of challenges: The Fed, earnings from some big names and delayed data due to the shutdown. Will they keep running or lie down?

In Depth: CES 2014: what to expect from the biggest tech show of the year

Thanksgiving, Christmas, CES 2014. That's how we're splitting up the next three months as we prepare for a whirlwind of feasting, wrapping paper and the hottest tech on the planet. With an eye on those crazy days in January, we're readying ourselves for a typhoon of phones, tablets, laptops, gaming tech, TVs, wearables, refrigerators and whatever other home appliances companies can stick a ...

New Zepplin recordings; possible Billy Joel tour; Prince's pajama party

While digging through a bunch of Led Zeppelin's long neglected demo records, the band's former singer Robert Plant found several songs, including two that he wants released featuring bassist-keyboardist John Paul Jones on lead vocals, he tells BBC 6 Music.

Quincy Jones Files Lawsuit Over Michael Jackson's Music

Quincy Jones has filed a $10 million breach-of-contract lawsuit in connection with Michael Jackson projects released after the singer's death.The...

Angela Merkel demands progress on no-spy deal between Europe and the US

German chancellor continues to use Nokia 6210 phone allegedly tapped by NSA

Dial another day: the spies’ file on Enda

Exclusive: The WikiInda Tapes

New Zepplin recordings; possible Billy Joel tour; Prince's pajama party

While digging through a bunch of Led Zeppelin's long neglected demo records, the band's former singer Robert Plant found several songs, including two that he wants released featuring bassist-keyboardist John Paul Jones on lead vocals, he tells BBC 6 Music.

Nokia Asha 503 Philippines Price and Release Date Guesstimate, Specs, In The Flesh Design Check, Full Demo Video

Aside from creating the most durable handsets and the best cameraphones in tech history, Nokia is also known to have a phone for everyone , which means that the company has always had one or more offerings in every price echelon. If you think the recently announced Lumia smartphones are a tad too much for your budget but you still want the best Nokia device that your Php 5,000 can get, then I'd ...

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We saw the revealing of the Lumia 1520 in Abu Dhabi earlier this week, but we didn’t know how much it was going to cost at launch. Now, there’s word that AT&T will be selling the 6-inch phablet for as little as $199.99 on a qualifying two-year contract.

LG Optimus F6 (T-Mobile)

The LG Optimus F6 is a value-priced Android smartphone that cuts corners on storage and camera capabilities to hit its price mark. Better T-Mobile values can be found.

New Zepplin recordings; possible Billy Joel tour; Prince's pajama party

While digging through a bunch of Led Zeppelin's long neglected demo records, the band's former singer Robert Plant found several songs, including two that he wants released featuring bassist-keyboardist John Paul Jones on lead vocals, he tells BBC 6 Music.

A Way To Save BlackBerry

The first smartphone I owned was a Nokia communicator, which I chose because the C++ dev kit gave me the most freedom. When the iPhone appeared I did not switch, because mandatory App Store signing to execute code seemed like a major step in the war on general computation. Eventually I rid myself of Nokia and got an Android acting upon a moral imperative.

Benzinga Weekly Preview: FOMC Meeting Closely Watched - Benzinga









Benzinga Weekly Preview: FOMC Meeting Closely Watched

Benzinga

Next week investors will be waiting for several key earnings reports includingApple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ: FB), Nokia Corporation (NYSE: NOK), MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), and Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA). Apple Inc.





AP National News Calendar

Federal Reserve releases industrial production for September, 9:15 a.m.; National Association of Realtors releases pending home sales index for September, 10 a.m. Labor Department releases the Producer Price Index for September, 8:30 a.m.; Commerce Department releases retail sales data for September, 8:30 a.m.; Standard & Poor's releases S&P/Case-Shiller index of home prices for August, 9 a.m ...

Microsoft Transforms, but Will It Leave Past Behind?

Microsoft surprised analysts and investors on Thursday (Oct 24) when it posted a 17 percent increase in profits over the past three months. The profits come at a time of transition for the tech giant which recently reorganized itself as a “devices and services” company with two groups; one focusing on devices and consumer products and the other on commercial products. Microsoft at a Glance The ...

Microsoft Surface Sales Perk Up–At a Cost

Discounts work. That’s one lesson from a surprisingly good showing for quarterly sales of Surface, Microsoft’s first stab at a homegrown computing device.

AP National News Calendar

Eds: Major scheduled events for the week of Oct. 27-Nov. 2. Note that many events are subject to change at the last minute. SUNDAY: No events of note.

Engadget Podcast 366 - 10.24.13

It's been a big week in news and our host Marc Perton is joined by Dana Wollman and Peter Rojas to sort through the details. Apple focused on the tablet-size sweetspot with their iPad mini Retina, but will the steep pricing prove to be too precious? Peter muses about the meaning behind Apple's ...

More evidence buyers are shunning Windows Phone: Carrier discounts

What's going on with discounted prices for Windows Phone 8 smartphones like the recently launched Samsung ATIV S Neo and Nokia's Lumia 1020?Carriers won't say much, but they seem to be clearing their shelves of excess smartphone stock that's getting stale by cutting prices for some Windows Phone 8 phones that have been on the market for barely two months.

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Niall Horan Goes Shirtless Backstage at One Direction Concert--See the Hot 1D Pics!

Looking good, Niall Horan! The One Direction guys have taken to Instagram to share some pics from their recent concerts shows. In one backstage photo, Niall strikes a shirtless...