Vodafone nabs Nokia Lumia 930 exclusive

Microsoft Devices' new flagship smartphone, the Nokia Lumia 930, has launched in New Zealand, and Vodafone has won exclusive rights to the sell it.

Vodafone nabs Nokia Lumia 930 exclusive

Microsoft Devices' new flagship smartphone, the Nokia Lumia 930, has launched in New Zealand, and Vodafone has won exclusive rights to the sell it.

Facebook launches internet.org app

Facebook has unveiled an app to allow people around the world access free online services for health, education and communications.

Nokia will buy Panasonic's BTS business

Nokia Networks has agreed to buy part of Panasonic's wireless network business in a bid to shore up its mobile broadband portfolio and grow its presence in Japan.

Japan electronics giants on profit path

TOKYO : Sony and Panasonic on Thursday posted quarterly profits as the pair try to put years of losses behind them, but analysts warned that the firms still had work to do in overhauling their bloated businesses.

Qi wireless charging spec gets more flexibility with distance extension

The most popular wireless charging spec, Qi, which is supported by brands such as Duracell's PowerMat and Energizer, has gotten an extension to its specification allowing it to charge devices at short distances.

Emmy Parties Preview 2014: How to Spend August on a Champagne Diet (Updating)

So far, MTV has only announced Usher, Ariana Grande and 5 Seconds of Summer as both guests and performers, while last year's Emmys had Sir Elton John. Give the statute to the group in North Hollywood, please.

Queen of Soul is jazzed about music and more at Ohio State Fair

Aretha Franklin is jazzed about more than music at the Ohio State Fair.

The perfect blend of Microsoft and Lumia

Today, Microsoft Devices announced its new flagship device, the highly anticipated Lumia 930 will arrive in New Zealand this month, available exclusively through Vodafone New Zealand.

Nokia Tipped to Launch Selfie Focussed Lumia 720, Mini Lumia 930 - International Business Times AU








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Nokia Tipped to Launch Selfie Focussed Lumia 720, Mini Lumia 930

International Business Times AU

Nokia might well be the newest company to bite the selfie bait given rumors of it working on a smartphone with greater emphasis on the front facing cam. The device in question is expected to be the sequel to the Lumia 720 and is codenamed Superman.





LTE Spectrum Could Support Both Data and Video Transmission

LTE networks can be leveraged as both mobile broadband and digital TV broadcast networks, with a portion of the spectrum designated to each application.

Facebook app launched in zambia

Facebook has unveiled a service to give phone owners in Zambia free access to the internet.

Blackberry partners Microsoft for BBM Windows Phone app launch

Blackberry has partnered Microsoft in a bid to re-energize it's once ubiquitous instant messaging app BBM.

Qi wireless charging spec gets more flexibility with distance extension

The Qi wireless charging spec added a resonance extension to its existing induction spec, meaning enabled mobile devices can be charged more than an inch away from the pad. read more

Hands on: Nokia Lumia 930 running Windows Phone 8.1

Extra screen real estate and a great camera will please the Nokia faithful, but the curvaceous Lumia body has undergone a utilitarian makeover.

Internet.org Hands Out Free Samples in Zambia

The Internet.org collective's mission of bringing the entire planet online took a step forward Thursday with the release of an app affording limited free mobile Internet access to users in Zambia. While around 85 percent of the world's people are located in areas with cellular network connectivity, only 30 percent access the Internet. In Zambia, just 15 percent have online access.

InPlay from Briefing.com

InPlay from Briefing.com

ESPYs 2014: Best and Worst Moments (Photos)

Hosted by Drake (and a Chris Brown cameo), the sports awards ceremony honored Payton Manning, Michael Sam, Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, Stuart Scott, Ronda Rousey and the Seattle Seahawks.

Cormega: 'I Just Want To Be A Soldier For My Culture'

The New York rapper on the music industry — from sitting on the shelf, to refusing deals, posthumous releases to sales expectations — music journalism and taking risks, personal and professional.

Facebook unveils free Internet app, starting in Zambia

A file picture shows a view of an Apple iPhone displaying the Facebook app's splash screen in front of the login page.

Cormega: 'I Just Want To Be A Soldier For My Culture'

The New York rapper on the music industry — from sitting on the shelf, to refusing deals, posthumous releases to sales expectations — music journalism and taking risks, personal and professional.

Samsung's Milk Music Joins the Premium Radio Service Race

Samsung has added a premium tier to its streaming service, Milk Music, making it the latest company to roll out an inexpensive, radio-like streaming...

Facebook Unveils Internet App, Starting in Zambia

Facebook unveiled an app to allow people around the world with mobile phones but no Internet access to access online services for health, education and basic communications.

The Handwriting Of 10 Famous Typographers

Even when they're scrawling their names on checks, most type designers put a great amount of care into their letters. No one has done more to kill off handwriting than typographers. The fonts and typefaces they have created are the primary non-verbal medium through which we communicate our ideas: on computers, on smartphones, in magazines and newspapers, and even stop signs. But handwriting has ...

With 12 deals in kitty, Nokia set to sail high

Telecom gear maker Nokia Networks has secured 12 deals in India in the first half of current year and is hopeful of clocking a healthy growth in the coming quarters.

Mobile Phone Charger Industry 2014 - 2019 Analysis for Global and China Markets

DALLAS, July 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- DeepResearchReports.com offers 2014 Deep Research Report on Global and China Mobile Phone Charger Industry, a 265 pages market intelligence premium study published ...

Nokia in wireless network deal with Panasonic

HELSINKI (AP) Finnish wireless equipment maker Nokia says it has a preliminary agreement to acquire part of the wireless network business of Japan's Panasonic Corp.No financial value for the deal was given.Nokia said Thursday...

Apple to lay off around 200 workers from Beats following acquisition

Apple is reportedly gearing up to cut 200 jobs at Beats, the audio hardware and music streaming company bought by the tech giant in May for $3 billion. The losses represent around 30 percent of the Beats workforce. The post Apple to lay off around 200 workers from Beats following acquisition appeared first on Digital Trends .

Nokia in wireless network deal with Panasonic

HELSINKI (AP) — Finnish wireless equipment maker Nokia says it has a preliminary agreement to acquire part of the wireless network business of Japan's Panasonic Corp.

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's wireless network business

HELSINKI — Finnish wireless equipment maker Nokia says it has a preliminary agreement to acquire part of the wireless network business of Japan's Panasonic Corp.

Australia gains early access to Microsoft's Cortana personal assistant

Australia will be one of three countries to receive an alpha release of Microsoft’s personal assistant. Unfortunately, the alpha model of Cortona will not support Australian accents and idioms as it inherits US and UK speaking models.

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's wireless-networks unit

LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Nokia Oyj said on Thursday it has agreed to buy a part of Panasonic Corp.'s wireless networks business for an undisclosed amount. Nokia said in a statement that Japan is a key market for the Finnish company and "this agreement is a major milestone in forging closer ties in Japan." Nokia and Panasonic expect the deal to close in January 2015. Nokia shares fell 1.8% in ...

Nokia in Wireless Network Deal With Panasonic

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's wireless network business

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's wireless network business

HELSINKI - Finnish wireless equipment maker Nokia says it has a preliminary agreement to acquire part of the wireless network business of Japan's Panasonic Corp. No financial value for the deal was given. Nokia said Thursday that the two companies aim to finalize the deal by September and close...

Nokia in wireless network deal with Panasonic

HELSINKI (AP) — Finnish wireless equipment maker Nokia says it has a preliminary agreement to acquire part of the wireless network business of Japan's Panasonic Corp.

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic’s network biz

Finnish firm Nokia will buy part of Panasonic’s network business to grow its operations in Japan and strengthen the mobile broadband portfolio for an undisclosed amount.

Why Facebook, Nokia, and Logitech are Surging

Shares of Facebook, Nokia, and Logitech were among the best-performing stocks on Thursday.

As it lays off workers, Microsoft also kills its low-end Nokia X smartphones

As Microsoft announced its largest job cuts ever today, it also signaled a retreat from its low-end Nokia X line of Android phones. Microsoft said 18,000 jobs will go in the next year; that represents about 14% o the company's 127,000-member work force. A total of 12,500 of the layoffs will come from factory and professional jobs that were part of the Nokia acquisition in April. That acquisition ...

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's network business

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Finland's Nokia said on Thursday it had agreed to buy part of Panasonic's network business to boost its operations in Japan. Nokia in a statement said the deal cove...

Nokia to buy part of Panasonic's network business

HELSINKI (Reuters) - Finland's Nokia said on Thursday it had agreed to buy part of Panasonic's network business to boost its operations in Japan. Nokia in a statement said the deal covers Panasonic's mobile phone wireless base station system business for operators as well as related wireless equipment system business. It did not disclose the value of the deal which is expected to close at the ...

Microsoft now Seeding Lumia Cyan and Windows Phone 8.1 Updates to Lumia 625 Users in Canada

With the Lumia Cyan now entering Canada, Lumia 625 has become the first Windows Phone device in the region to receive the update.

Microsoft board adds mobile savvy with Stanton

Microsoft Corp named wireless industry pioneer John Stanton to its board on Wednesday, adding a director with experience in the mobile sector it has struggled to crack. The move to appoint Stanton, 58, who until last year was the chairman of wireless broadband company Clearwire Corp, comes six months into the leadership of new Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, whose motto for the company is "mobile ...

Facebook Partners With Airtel to Offer Free Internet in Zambia

Facebook Inc. (FB) and Bharti Airtel Ltd. (BHARTI) of India formed a partnership to provide free Internet services including Wikipedia in Zambia, according to Guy Rosen, a product management director at Facebook.

Emmys 2014 Promo: Seth Meyers Tries to Bring Drugs and Alcohol on Plane

The 'Late Night' show host wants to take TV props like guns and sword on the plane since he's going to host the Primetime Emmy Awards.

Samsung Q2 profits fall 20%, hurt by smartphone sales slowdown

Samsung is the world's biggest maker of mobile phones and the handset division accounts for the bulk of its profits.

Acquisitions, new orders boost Spirent first-half revenue

Spirent Communications Plc reported a 16 percent rise in revenue for the first half of the year, boosted by acquisitions and more orders for its network testing services. Spirent, which tests wireless ...

Alcatel Mulls IPO of Submarine Cable Unit as Loss Narrows

Alcatel Mulls IPO of Submarine Cable Unit as Loss Narrows

Nokia Networks Upgrading Idea Cellular Infrastructure

Nokia Networks is reported to have won a three year contract from India's Idea Cellular to replace its entire GSM and 3G networks.

Alcatel-Lucent Loss Narrows on Cost Cuts as Sales Fall Short

Alcatel-Lucent SA (ALU) , the French network-equipment maker more than halfway through a three-year revival plan, posted a narrower net loss as cost cuts took hold.

Panasonic launches Eluga U smartphone in India at Rs 18,990; features a 5-inch display, 13 MP camera

Panasonic plans to introduce as many as 15 new devices in the next few months.

Where to get the Nokia 930 in the UK

The Nokia 930 is out in the UK today and is probably Microsoft’s new flagship device. Sporting a full-HD 5″ screen, 2.2ghz Snapdragon 800 processor and a 20MP camera, it certainly packs a punch. But where you can you pick it up? According to Microsoft, the phone will be available from Vodafone, EE, Phones4U, O2, Carphone Warehouse, Tesco and Amazon ...

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments.

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments.

Top five budget smartphones money can buy (Part I, 2014)

Budget smartphones keep getting better as software matures and components become cheaper. Some companies just this year have produced inexpensive smartphones that could replace your big-brand flagship. Others haven't had the same success.

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone

A couple of months ago, Microsoft consummated...

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments.

Samsung profit hit by phone slowdown

Profits at Samsung Electronics fall 20% in the second quarter, hurt mainly by a slowdown in smartphone sales and a strong Korean currency.

Canonical joins forces with Nokia HERE for A-GPS on Ubuntu Linux distribution

We all know Google is the darling of the mapping world. If you are going on a trip, the search-giant's navigation solutions are arguably the best. However, it is dangerous to allow one company to essentially own an entire aspect of technology. Luckily, there are additional solutions like Apple Maps and Nokia HERE, to at least offer some semblance of competition. As a Windows Phone user, I have ...

Florida Woman Charged with Stalking Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell

A woman has been arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell and his family. Jessica Robbins of Tampa Bay, Fla...

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments.

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments.

Microsoft to roll out Cortana, its Siri competitor, for users in India

Cortana will be a part of an Windows Phone 8.1 update but users in India will get an alpha version of the app.

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone (MSFT)

A couple of months ago, Microsoft consummated its second-biggest acquisition by buying Nokia for $7.2 billion. Earlier this month it announced it was laying off half of Nokia's employees, 12,500 people. Internet pundits, as they are wont to do, have started questioning why Microsoft needs Windows Phone at all. And a couple of them are putting forward some fairly compelling arguments. Former ...

Here's A Compelling Case For Killing Windows Phone

A couple of months ago, Microsoft consummated...

Microsoft board adds mobile savvy with Stanton

Microsoft Corp added wireless industry pioneer John Stanton to its board on Wednesday, bolstering experience in the mobile sector it has struggled to crack.

Microsoft lays off 18,000, including a third of Nokia, in largest-ever job cuts

As expected, the axe fell at Microsoft at Monday, but the depth of the cut is surprisingly brutal: 18,000 Microsoft employees will find themselves without jobs over the next year, and the company is "moving now" to eliminate the first 13,000 positions. The job cuts are by far Microsoft's largest ever. Most of the positions affected hail from Nokia's Devices and Services division. Microsoft ...

Microsoft board adds mobile savvy with Stanton

Microsoft Corp named wireless industry pioneer John Stanton to its board on Wednesday, adding a director with experience in the mobile sector it has struggled to crack. The move to appoint Stanton, 58, who until last year was the chairman of wireless broadband company Clearwire Corp, comes six months into the leadership of new Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, whose motto for the company is "mobile ...

Microsoft board adds mobile savvy with Stanton

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp added wireless industry pioneer John Stanton to its board on Wednesday, bolstering experience in the mobile sector it has struggled to crack.

Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad

Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the UK.

Microsoft Just Nabbed A Mobile Industry Guru For Its Board Of Directors (MSFT)

Microsoft has added a new board member to its ranks: John Stanton. Stanton is known as one of the early pioneers of the wireless telecom industry. A billionaire by age 50 , he started in the wireless cell phone business with Craig McCaw back in 1982 . Today, he's known mostly for his Seattle-area venture firm Trilogy Equity Partners that invests in (can you guess?) a lot of wireless startups. It ...

Microsoft Just Nabbed A Mobile Industry Guru For Its Board Of Directors

Microsoft has added a new board member to its...

Has Microsoft killed Nokia X?

Its a dramatic day at Microsoft as the company has announced the loss of 18,000 jobs – and it looks as though Nokia’s X series of phones will be killed off too. Earlier this year Microsoft completed its purchase of Nokia’s phone business. Whilst most of the company’s phones run Windows Phone (so no problems there), the X series run ...

Windows Phone 8.1 Update Adds "Live Folders", Expands Cortana Support

Update is available to Developers, also adds new security fixes, VPN support, SMS improvements, and more

Cortana Expands To Other Markets, Becomes “Xiao Na” In China

There’s increasing evidence that Microsoft’s personal assistant Cortana is being positioned as a key differentiator vs. Android and iPhones. A new TV commercial (below) purports to compare Cortana to Siri, with a mock Siri voice saying “I can’t do that” a number of times.

Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad in Windows Phone

Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.

Research and Markets: Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018: Key Vendors Alcatel-Lucent, CISCO, EMC, Fujitsu and IBM

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018" report to their

Microsoft to Launch Windows Phone 8.1 'Selfie' Smartphone, Plus Another High-End Device

Microsoft's Superman Smartphone will likely be mid-range, whereas Tesla smartphone expected to be high-end.

Orange, Play introduce Nokia Lumia 930 - Telecompaper (subscription)









Orange, Play introduce Nokia Lumia 930

Telecompaper (subscription)

Orange Poland has added three new smartphones to its offer, the LG G3 , Huawei Ascend P7 and Nokia Lumia 930. All come with LTE and are available with Orange's Smart plans. Rival Play said it will also carry the Lumia 930, a Windows smartphone.





Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad in Windows Phone

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.

Using Scrum in indie game development

"At the end of the day, the team is what remains in a company, and it grows up with its experiences. In every case the team should learn a lot, to take the maximum advantage independently from results." ...

WiLAN Reports Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results

WiLAN Reports Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results

Company reports third straight quarter of adjusted earnings exceeding $16 million

WiLAN Reports Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results

Wi-LAN Inc. today announced financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2014 ended June 30, 2014. All financial information in this press release is reported in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise ...

Microsoft announces Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, Cortana coming to new markets

Today, Microsoft announces the first major update for Windows Phone 8.1, called Update 1. It introduces new features and improvements over the version which the software giant unveiled earlier this year at Build 2014, and makes way for Cortana to arrive in new markets. In Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, Microsoft adds Live Folders, allowing users to group live tiles on the Start screen. Like the ...

Nokia Networks expects better growth this year

Nokia Networks India on Wednesday said it is expecting better growth this year as certainty around the telecom industry is coming back as compared to six-seven months ago.

Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad in Windows Phone

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.

Best-Paid Finns Seek Jobless Aid as Recession Pain Widens

Pedestrians walk past promotional material for Nokia Oyj's Windows based Lumia smartphones on display at the company's store in Helsinki. and Google Inc. Finland's erstwhile largest company, Nokia, has sought to control debt growth by selling its mobile phone business to Microsoft.

Microsoft spreads Cortana in Window Phone

Chinese and British users of Windows Phones will get the voice-recognising app Cortana in an update to Windows Phone 8.1.

Microsoft announces 18,000 jobs to be cut in the next year

Microsoft has announced plans to cut 18,000 jobs over the course of the next year - its biggest round of layoffs ever. CEO Satya Nadella published his letter to all employees today , detailing the plan to "realign" Microsoft's gargantuan workforce. As of 5th June 2014 Microsoft had a global workforce of 127,104. Its Nokia Devices and Services division is hardest hit, with about 12,500 of the job ...

Lumia Cyan with New Windows Phone 8.1 Global Rollout Begins for Lumia 1320

Lumia Cyan update has been released for Nokia Lumia 1320.

Microsoft brings Cortana to China and India on Windows Phone

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the UK.

Microsoft gives employees sneak peek at new 'selfie' phone

SEATTLE - Microsoft Corp's hardware chief gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week, a source at the company said on Tuesday. Stephen Elop, the former Nokia CEO who now runs Microsoft's devices business, showed off the phone in front of thousands at the company's annual employee meeting in Seattle on Monday. The ...

Aquino: Senate Bill No. 2282 under Committee Report No. 56 Otherwise known as the Fair Competition Act of 2014

July 30, 2014. Mr. President, distinguished colleagues, good afternoon. It is my honor and privilege to stand before you today to sponsor Senate Bill No. 2282 under Committee Report No. 56 otherwise known as the Fair Competition Act of 2014. In a country where 99% of the economy and 66% of all jobs in the...

Nokia Networks signs 12 telecom deals in India in 1H 2014 - Telecom Lead








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Nokia Networks signs 12 telecom deals in India in 1H 2014

Telecom Lead

Nokia networks today said it has signed 12 telecom deals in India during the first half of 2014. During the same period last year, the company had signed 9 telecom infrastructure deals. It is believed that Nokia Networks has signed a 4G deal with Reliance Jio.





Renewable Choice Energy Recognizes New Leading Green Power Partners

Firm Provides Green Power to Growing Number of Top-Ranked EPA Program Participants (PRWeb July 30, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1oJHQ2T

Microsoft gives employees sneak peek at new 'selfie' phone

Microsoft Corporation's hardware chief gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week, a source at the company said on Tuesday.

Apple and Samsung UNDER THREAT from local brands – study

Mobe marketers just don't get it, thunders, er, mobe marketing firm A recent study by Netbiscuits has seen growth in locally made devices. While Samsung and Apple dominate globally – LG and HTC get something of a look-in, which is more than Sony, Nokia or Motorola manage – there is an interesting underlying trend of consumers becoming patriotic in their buying habits.…

Official Fitbit app comes to Windows Phone 8.1 with continuous Bluetooth synching

Windows Phone and Fitbit users rejoice! The official app with Bluetooth synching is here at last. But, don't get too excited: although the free app is in the Windows Store, it's only for devices running Windows Phone 8.1 .

Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad in Windows Phone

LOS ANGELES (AP) Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.The company's corporate vice president of operating systems, Joe Belfiore, said Wednesday in Beijing that Chinese and...

Microsoft Gains With Windows Phone 8.1 and Lumia 520, Loses out on Windows Phone 8

The Lumia 52xx series of affordable smartphones are still popular among the masses.

Microsoft spreads Cortana abroad in Windows Phone

Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.

Microsoft spreads Cortana to China, UK, Australia, Canada, India in Windows Phone 8.1 update

LOS ANGELES — Microsoft is spreading its Cortana digital assistant abroad, starting with China and the U.K.

Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1: New Features Leaked

New features of Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 surface online as part of leaked GDR1 update for Lumia devices.

Lumia 720 Successor to be Launched in August: 'Lumia 730' Likely to Feature Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 and Cortana

Lumia 730 is likely to incorporate a 13MP primary camera, and the smartphone is expected to offer intensively the 'selfie mode' of photography.

Xiaomi Overtakes Apple in Chinese Smartphone Sales

According to the latest report from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech, from January to May 2014, Samsung has a sales share of 23%, help it to remain its dominance in Urban China Smartphone market, whereas Apple's sales share had plunged to 16%, lost its number 2 seat to Xiaomi who had 21% of the market.

China’s Huawei, Lenovo Lead Smartphone Growth to Record Quarter

Huawei Technologies Co., China’s biggest maker of smartphones, almost doubled shipments in the second quarter as demand from emerging markets boosted industry volumes to a record 295 million units.

ASUS ZenFone 6 - Because Six Inches is More Than Enough

The Big Brother to ZenFone 5

Nokia to modernize Idea’s networks

Telecom gear maker Nokia Networks has tied up with Idea Cellular to upgrade and modernize the latter's second- and third-generation networks in the country.

Microsoft expected to launch a 'selfie' phone soon; likely to come with a 5MP front camera, 4. ...

Microsoft is jumping on the selfie bandwagon after rival Samsung launched the Galaxy K Zoom earlier this year.

HTC Desire 616 Vs Nokia X2 - The Gamer Headlines








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HTC Desire 616 Vs Nokia X2

The Gamer Headlines

Comparing the Nokia X2 and the HTC Desire 616 is a great way for consumers to determine which smartphone is the best. Both of these smartphone units have excellent technology and offer great benefits to users. Here is a comparison of these two devices.





By Don’s Early Light: Golf Event Benefits Family of Murder Victim

You could hear the hesitation in Bob LaFlam’s voice. “We don’t like to have to accept help from other people,” he said as he choked up. “It’s very humbling. It doesn’t come easy.”

Microsoft's Windows Phone dilemma: Sell cheap phones or great cameras?

A short time ago, I worried aloud that I had lost one of the Windows Phones that PCWorld keeps on hand for testing. A colleague snickered. "Why would anyone steal a Windows Phone?" she asked.

Microsoft to launch 'selfie' phone soon?

Microsoft Corp's hardware chief gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week, a source at the company said on Tuesday.

BlackBerry focuses on security; buys anti-eavesdropping firm Secusmart

BlackBerry is bulking up its security assets with the acquisition of anti-eavesdropping firm Secusmart, which developed technology to protect the smartphones of German government officials, including Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Nokia tests LTE for national broadcasting

Nokia Networks has announced it has commenced a trial of wide-area TV broadcasting using a single LTE frequency.

Why is iPhone so destructible?

It's the question I keep asking, wondering whether to blame the device or my daughter. Last night, she texted: "My screen cracked again. I'm so sorry". That's the third shattered iPhone 5s since May; two 5ers busted before that. Clearly, she's fumble fingers, but something just doesn't seem right. The college student sticks the damn device in a protective case. Did Apple put pretty design before ...

The next Windows Phone 8.1 handset may be all about selfies

Could the world be ready for a (another) smartphone dedicated to the act of taking better selfies? Microsoft apparently thinks so, but just in case it's also got an improved midrange handset on the way. Never a bad idea to cover your bases. The Verge has word Microsoft plans to leave no stone unturned with its next pair of Windows Phone 8.1 devices, with a big wig showing off smartphones on both ...

Microsoft set to unveil 5 megapixel front facing cameraphone

Microsoft's hardware chief Stephen Elop gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week.

Microsoft's Windows Phone dilemma: Sell cheap phones or great cameras?

A short time ago, I worried aloud that I had lost one of the Windows Phones PCWorld keeps on hand for testing. A colleague snickered. "Why would anyone steal a Windows Phone?" she asked.

Move over, Apple: Xiaomi is now the 2nd largest smartphone company in China

According to a Kantar Worldpanel ComTech report, Xiaomi has overtaken Apple to become the 2nd largest smartphone company in China. Samsung is currently number one, though at this rate, Xiaomi is likely to take that spot. The post Move over, Apple: Xiaomi is now the 2nd largest smartphone company in China appeared first on Digital Trends .

Sneak peek at Microsoft's 'selfie' phone

Microsoft's hardware chief gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week, a source at the company said on Tuesday.

Microsoft gives employees sneak peek at new 'selfie' phone

SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's hardware chief gave employees a sneak peek at a 'selfie' phone featuring a 5 megapixel forward-facing camera at an internal meeting this week, a source at the company said on Tuesday.

Samsung stays top of smartphone world, but everybody else catches up

IDC results for smartphone shipments in the second quarter of this year show that Samsung is still way out in front, but the Korean company is also the only one in the top 5 to drop sales and lose market share. Read the full story here.

Microsoft's Windows Phone dilemma: Sell cheap phones or great cameras?

A short time ago, I worried aloud that I had lost one of the Windows Phones PCWorld keeps on hand for testing. A colleague snickered. “Why would anyone steal a Windows Phone?” she asked. A good question—and I worry further that Microsoft’s senior executives won’t know how to answer that in a year or two.Today, I’m more convinced that Microsoft understands what it should be prioritizing on ...

Facebook forces separate chat app on mobile users

Facebook will stop the messenger function within its iPhone and Android apps, pushing a new app for mobile users that want to chat.

New Windows Phones said to push PureView and “selfies”

Microsoft may have killed off its Windows Phone flagship but there are two new phones waiting in the wings for imminent release, it's said, including one unofficially dubbed a "selfie phone." The two handsets were shown off internally during a meeting at Microsoft, insiders claim, and are believed to be codenamed Superman and Tesla. Superman is the phone Stephen Elop … Continue reading

Microsoft Windows Phone Ad Pokes Fun at Siri

Apple’s Siri virtual assistant seems equal parts nervous and impressed in the above video, as Microsoft’s new-ish Cortana virtual assistant breezes through a list of date- and location-based reminders before informing her owner that he’d better hop in the car so he can beat the traffic. Frequent Google users might be quick to point out…

Microsoft to launch a 'selfie' phone with 5MP front camera, Windows Phone 8.1

Nokia Lumia 720 'replacement' also incoming

Windows Phone fans finally have something to be excited for this year

This hasn’t been the most exciting year for Windows Phone hardware, most likely because Microsoft has been devoting a lot of energy to finalizing its plans for what to do with the recently acquired Nokia handset division. However, things may be about to change because new reports suggest that we’re going to see some brand-new Windows Phone devices hit the market very soon. The Verge’s Tom Warren ...

Phablet Market Poised For Explosion In Next Years

Phablet, a cute blend of smart phone and a tablet, is showing magnificent growth in market share in the recent quarters. Sales surveys project that phablet market will explode in next years and total shipment will exceed 120 million by 2018, from a mere 20 million in 2013.

Report: Microsoft's Got a Selfie Phone (Bad!) and a Premium Lumia (Good!)

The Verge reports that Microsoft's got two new phones set to launch imminently. The first is a so-called "selfie phone," the second is a premium Lumia. The first makes us want to give up all hope, the second has definite potential. Read more...

ESPYs 2014: Dwayne Johnson, Richard Sherman, Michael Sam Honor Sports' Big Night (Photos)

Super Bowl champions rubbed shoulders with tennis stars and NASCAR drivers as Maria Sharapova, Robin Roberts and Danica Patrick were among the stars gathered at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live for the ESPN's annual awards show.

Verizon Wireless to Receive Exclusive "HTC One (M8) for Windows" Smartphone

The smartphone is set to launch in August

Session Border Controller, IMS Core and Voice Application Server Spending Expected to Nearly Double in Five Years ...

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for information about the networking and telecommunications industries, reported that spending on emerging voice-related ...

New Cadillacs to offer wireless phone charging

In an attempt to cut in-cabin clutter and make their customers' lives easier, the company wants to make it simpler to keep handsets connected and topped up without having to fiddle with connecting cables and will become the first US automotive brand to offer wireless charging as standard on its 2015 models. In theory, wireless charging is a great idea. There is more than one wireless charging ...

View Appoints Brett Murray as Vice President of Marketing

MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--View today announced it has named marketing veteran Brett Murray as its VP of marketing. He will lead View’s marketing efforts, with a focus on continuing to raise awareness for View’s dynamic glass.

Microsoft offers affordable Nokia Lumia 635 and Fitbit Flex bundle

Now that Windows Phone 8.1 has scored a huge win by receiving support for Fitbit wearables, Microsoft is giving prospective Nokia Lumia 635 buyers the option to purchase a bundle that also includes a Fitbit Flex activity tracker. The bundle, that starts at $148.95, is good for both the AT&T and T-Mobile versions of Lumia 635, that cost $99 and $129, respectively, on Microsoft Store when ...

Tech Beat Tuesday

This week's Tech Beat brings us a fitness band that punishes you for not working out hard enough and a little doohickey for the absent minded out there.

View Appoints Brett Murray as Vice President of Marketing

View, the leader in dynamic glass, today announced it has named Brett Murray as its vice president of marketing. In this position, Murray will leverage nearly 20 years of leadership experience in marketing technology products at NVIDIA, Nokia, TiVo and Apple.

DLNA® to Showcase Easy and Seamless Subscription TV Content Streaming Throughout the Home at ABTA 2014

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA): WHAT: Media and other attendees at ABTA 2014, the leading trade show for the cable and satellite business in Latin America, are invited to see demonstrations of products supporting DLNA’s CVP-2 Guidelines that enable users to easily and seamlessly view subscription TV content on multiple devices in the home. • Alliance Members are ...

Cadillac’s New Wireless Charging Probably Won’t Work on Your Phone

Now that Cadillac is putting 4G LTE in its cars, it makes sense to offer an equally advanced phone charging solution, one that doesn’t depend on wires that get tangled and in the way. So GM’s luxury arm announced Monday that its customers will soon be able to charge their phones just by putting them […]

Cadillac’s New Wireless Charging Probably Won’t Work on Your Phone

Now that Cadillac is putting 4G LTE in its cars, it makes sense to offer an equally advanced phone charging solution, one that doesn’t depend on wires that get tangled and in the way. So GM’s luxury arm announced Monday that its customers will soon be able to charge their phones just by putting them […]

Incoming update for Nokia X brings better app control

Even though Microsoft has pulled the plug on Nokia's Android adventure it hasn't stopped the Nokia X , Nokia X+ and Nokia XL from being updated with some new features and enhancements. They're getting an app switcher to bring them more in line with the Nokia X2 . This allows you to easily switch or close apps. Just swipe down from the top of the screen, tap the app switcher icon and then tap the ...

Microsoft Rolling out Updates to Nokia X Smartphones

Users of Nokia X, Nokia X+ and Nokia XL should get Microsoft's latest update via the OTA mechanism. Manual download can also be done.

With its own voice assistant, Microsoft takes shot at Apple's Siri

Microsoft is taking aim at Apple's Siri with Cortana, its voice-activated personal assistant, in a new 30-second television ad.

Nokia Networks first to trial LTE for national TV broadcasting

Nokia Networks is pioneering the technology needed to efficiently use LTE for nationwide TV broadcasting. (PRWeb July 29, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1nQeh0e

ESPYs: 'SportsCenter' Anchor Stuart Scott Honored, 'You Beat Cancer By How You Live' (Video)

The ESPN veteran opened up about his recent critical condition and told the audience, "Have a great rest of your night and have a great rest of your life." read more

Review: Slimmer, sexier, but pricer per mAh: the Lumsing 6000 Portable Power Bank

Arriving in the same deluxe packaging as the 10400mAh version , the Lumsing 6000mAh Portable Power Bank feels like more of a premium product.

Kogan and BenQ drive 4G smartphone pricing down with $229 Agora 4G

Rampant discounter Kogan has released a 4G Android smartphone for less than $230, savagely undercutting value propositions from rivals Motorola, Google, Huawei and Nokia.

Layoffs cool Microsoft employees' opinion of CEO Satya Nadella

Although Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's approval rating before the company's biggest-ever layoff was high enough to place him in the top 30 of U.S. chief executives, the percentage of employees, both current and former, who say they approve of him as the firm's leader has dropped since the job cuts.

Nokia Networks Wins Spanish Upgrade Contract

Spain's Telefonica has awarded a network upgrade contract to Nokia Networks as a key supplier for radio access equipment and professional services in Andalusia, Galicia, Castilla Leon and Levante over a period of three years.

Drunk help crashes Abhishek Manu Singhvi’s car in Delhi

Singhvi’s dog-walker asked the security guard for the keys to his owner's Innova car on the pretext that he had left his bag in it. The next thing the guard knew, Prakash and the Innova were gone in 60 seconds.

Customize your Windows Phone 8.1 lockscreen with Live Lock Screen Beta app

Another feature teased at the Build Conference when Microsoft unveiled Windows Phone 8.1 way back in April, but which doesn’t come with the update (including the still-rolling-out Lumia Cyan update for Nokia Lumia devices) is this live lockscreen app that allows users to have a, well, more personalized lockscreen. The app has finally arrived in beta form, and is currently called Live Lock Screen ...

ESPYs: 'SportsCenter' Anchor Stuart Scott Honored, 'You Beat Cancer By How You Live' (Video)

The ESPN veteran opened up about his recent critical condition and told the audience, "Have a great rest of your night and have a great rest of your life." read more

This Week's Reviews: Nokia Lumia 2520, Sigma DP2 Quattro, Dell XPS 11 - DigitalVersus









This Week's Reviews: Nokia Lumia 2520, Sigma DP2 Quattro, Dell XPS 11

DigitalVersus

We've got loads of top tech up for review this week, including the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet and Sigma's DP2 Quattro camera. Scroll down for the full line-up. Last Week's Top Fives. Top Five Articles. 1 - Bridge Buyer's Guide. 2 - Compact Camera Reviews





How Microsoft's CEO sees growth for Windows Phone and Lumia

During an earnings call this week, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella repeatedly promoted Lumia smartphones running on the Windows Phone platform. The call was just five days after the company announced a record 18,000 layoffs that raised concerns about Microsoft's long-term commitment to its phones.

Pelican Imaging brings light-field photos to smartphones

Familiar with the Lytro camera that lets you refocus photos after they have been taken? Similar technology is coming to smartphones.

Leaked Windows Phone 8.1 Update specs tease details of Nokia's next mobes

New screen sizes, dual SIMs, voice over LTE, and more The website wranglers at Microsoft appear to have accidentally let slip some details about the forthcoming update to Windows Phone 8.1 – as well as some hints at what we can expect from future handsets running Redmond's mobile OS.…

Windows Phone users -- put down those cheeseburgers and pick up a Fitbit

Being a tech enthusiast is usually synonymous with being out of shape. Thinking back to the movie Revenge of the Nerds, it was clear that computer users were weaklings. As time marched on from the 80's, tech nerds went from simply being weak, to being fat too. Yes, we tech nerds like to sit in chairs and eat bad food. Of course, I'm generalizing; I am positive there are physically fit computer ...

Live blog: Tuesday, July 29

Welcome to Mumbrella’s live blog, our daily roundup of what’s happening in media and marketing. Top Stories: TV ratings: Masterchef’s finale outrates The Voice’s final Hercules pushes to the top of the box office in first weekend Opinion: Why Brandis’ leaked copyright plans won’t work Ten revenues hit a low of 20.1 per cent while Seven equals record share […] The post Live blog: Tuesday, July 29 ...

'Danny Elfman's Music From the Films of Tim Burton' Adds Second L.A. Show

"Danny Elfman's Music From the Films of Tim Burton" has added a second performance in Los Angeles. Elfman and the 87-piece Hollywood Studio Symphony...

HTC One M8 to launch on Windows Phone

If we asked you to name the best current Android flagships we imagine some familiar names would appear, among them the HTC One M8. Read the full story here.

BenQ in talks with Australian telcos following Kogan smartphone partnership

BenQ is in talks with Telstra, Optus and Vodafone to stock its range of smartphones following its debut of the Kogan Agora 4G smartphone today.

ESPYs: ESPN Anchor Stuart Scott Thanks Supporters, 'You Beat Cancer By How You Live'

The "SportsCenter" face noted his recent critical condition and told the audience, "Have a great rest of your night and have a great rest of your life." read more

ESPYs 2014: Dwayne Johnson, Richard Sherman, Michael Sam Honor Sports' Big Night (Photos)

Super Bowl champions rubbed shoulders with tennis stars and NASCAR drivers as Maria Sharapova, Robin Roberts and Danica Patrick gathered at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live for the ESPN's annual awards show.

ESPYs: Michael Sam Receives Arthur Ashe Courage Award, 'We Can Save Lives'

UPDATED: The NFL's first openly gay player told young people in his moving speech, "Great things can happen when you have the courage to be yourself." read more

Nokia Networks bags contract to modernise Idea Cellular's 2G, 3G networks - Economic Times








Economic Times



Nokia Networks bags contract to modernise Idea Cellular's 2G, 3G networks

Economic Times

NEW DELHI: Finland-based telecom gear maker Nokia Networks has bagged a three-year contract to upgrade and modernise Indian telecom operator Idea Cellular's existing 2G and 3G networks in the country, a person familiar with the matter said.





The Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks Extravaganza at Nokia Theatre L.A.Live on Sunday,Dec. 21st

THE BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS ROCKS EXTRAVAGANZA! The Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks Extravaganza at Nokia Theatre L.A.Live on Sunday,Dec. 21st

Samsung's Tizen smartphone OS: Dead or alive?

Does Tizen have a future, or is it going to be another unlaunched Linux-based mobile operating system?

The Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks Extravaganza at Nokia Theatre L.A.Live on Sunday,Dec. 21st

THE BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS ROCKS EXTRAVAGANZA! The Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks Extravaganza at Nokia Theatre L.A.Live on Sunday,Dec. 21st

Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018

LONDON, July 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportbuyer.com has added a new market research report:Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018https://www.reportbuyer.com/product/1121053/Global-Managed-Services-Market-2014-2018.htmlAbout Managed ServicesWith the increase in globalization and...

Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018

LONDON, July 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportbuyer.com has added a new market research report: Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018 http://ift.tt/1qca4kD ...

Apple shares hit new 52-week high

Shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) rose $1.35 to...

ESPYs: ESPN Anchor Stuart Scott Thanks Supporters, 'You Beat Cancer By How You Live'

The "SportsCenter" face noted his recent critical condition and told the audience, "Have a great rest of your night and have a great rest of your life." read more

Kaiser buys land for Santa Rosa medical office building

SANTA ROSA -- Kaiser Permanente has put details to plans revealed several months ago for a southwest Santa Rosa medical office building, by purchasing the land and securing a preliminary ... Read more »

iOS 7 vs Windows Phone 8: which mobile platform is right for you?

We pit together iOS 7 and Windows Phone 8 to see which is the best for choice of phones, apps, and look, feel and features.

KDE releases ice-cream coloured Plasma 5 just in time for summer

Melty but refreshing - popular rival to Mint's Cinnamon's still a work in progress Review Plasma 5, released last week , is a major redesign of the Unix KDE desktop environment and underlying frameworks.…

'I'd love to shoot you down': My capture by Ukrainian gunmen shows how amateurs succumb to hatred

In eastern Ukraine, one text message can turn you into an enemy. In my case, it was sent to my father.

Kogan and BenQ drive 4G smartphone pricing down with $229 Agora 4G

Adorning the Agora 4G is a BenQ badge as the electronics maker looks to establish a smartphone presence in the Australian market. The aggressive price point, coupled with the cache of Kogan's brand, should see many customers calling this BenQ smartphone their own.

Microsoft Updates Nokia X Platform

Though Microsoft plans to eventually can the Nokia X platform, the company today announced an update that adds several new features to the operating system. According to Microsoft, the improved OS now includes an app switcher for multitasking. It also integrates Outlook.com, OneDrive, and OneNote into the platform, which provide Outlook email, cloud storage, and note-taking tools, respectively ...

Blast Applications IFBC Merger Update

PLAINVIEW, NY--(Marketwired - Jul 28, 2014) - Blast Applications ( PINKSHEETS : BLAP ). The merger with IFBC includes, but is not limited to, the 6,000,000 dollars in revenues which Justwine generated last year, as Justwine is only one part of IFBC.

Nokia Raises Full Year Guidance As Q2 Profit Beats Estimates

Although Europe remained challenging during the quarter, the company has built a strong pipeline of orders on a number of recent contract wins, such as Everything Everywhere and Vodafone, which should bolster sales towards the latter half of the year. A second-half revenue boost is expected in the U.S and China as well, with carriers such as Sprint, China Mobile and China Telecom expected to ...

Microsoft's Latest Ad Bashes Siri For Not Being As Smart As Its Own Virtual Assistant

Microsoft has been touting its new virtual assistant, Cortana , as a personal aid that learns more about you the more you interact with it. In its latest ad , the company is out to prove Cortana is much smarter and more practical than Apple's Siri. During the ad, the narrator asks a series of questions to an iPhone 5s and Nokia Lumia 635 at the same time. When he asks the phones to remind him to ...

Layoffs cool Microsoft employees' opinion of CEO Satya Nadella

Although Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's approval rating before the company's biggest-ever layoff was high enough to place him in the top 30 of U.S. chief executives, the percentage of employees, both current and former, who say they approve of him as the firm's leader has dropped since the job cuts.

Nokia X lineup gets new software update

Even though Microsoft is planning to downsize its Nokia X efforts (to the point where there will likely be no new device announced), the software giant is still supporting its Android lineup by rolling out a new software update. The update introduces the multitasking functionality from the Nokia X2 lineup, giving users the ability to easily switch and close running apps. It can be triggered by ...

A Windows Phone version of the HTC One M8 could be in development

Once again, HTC is rumored to be working on a Windows Phone version of its Android-based One M8 smartphone, and it may be out before the end of the year. However, it's not the first time we've heard such stories. The post A Windows Phone version of the HTC One M8 could be in development appeared first on Digital Trends .

Dollar Tree Agrees to Buy Family Dollar for $9.2B

July 28 (Bloomberg) -- Dollar Tree agreed to buy Family Dollar Stores for an enterprise value of $9.2 billion to enlarge the discount retailer’s network to more than 13,000 stores with annual sales exceeding $18 billion.

Next Windows Phone 8.1 update: smart covers, sensors and 7in displays

Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 features leaked online, revealing a host of "smart" features

Nokia X Software Platform 1.2 update released

Nokia has released the first major software update for the Nokia X series of devices. Key features of the update include: Enjoy improved ease of use with the new app switcher - switch easily between open apps, or close apps with a single tap. Instant access to your mail, calendar, and notes with Outlook.com and OneNote. Updated Nokia Store - new design to help you find content more easily, and ...

Cortana embarrasses Siri in new Windows Phone ad

Even though Cortana shares some major design traits with Google Now, there is no denying that the new Windows Phone 8.1 personal assistant actually feels more like a Siri rival. That is due to their uncanny wittiness and human-like personality, two things that are just not there in Google's (clinical, albeit mighty powerful) offering. Cortana is gunning for Siri as the latter is a more talked ...

Layoffs cool Microsoft employees' opinion of CEO Satya Nadella

The percentage of Microsoft current and former employees who approve of CEO Satya Nadella has dropped since the company announced layoffs.

Layoffs cool Microsoft employees' opinion of CEO Satya Nadella

Computerworld - Although Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's approval rating before the company's biggest-ever layoff was high enough to place him in the top 30 of U.S. chief executives, the percentage of employees, both current and former, who say they approve of him as the firm's leader has dropped since the job cuts.

Microsoft's Nokia Plans Come Into Better Focus

Forbes has an update on what sort of future Nokia faces, as Microsoft reveals a strategy for making sense of the acquisition: [Microsoft EVP of devices Stephen] Elop laid out a framework for cost cuts in a memo to employees on July 17. Devices would focus on high and low cost Windows smartphones, suggesting a phasing out of feature phones and Android smartphones. Two business units, smart ...

Organic power: Nokia charges Lumia 930 with 800 potatoes and apples

It may only come in handy if you happen to be near a grocery store (and you have some copper wire and nails in your bag), but Nokia and artist Caleb Charland still had fun demonstrating how a load of potatoes and apples can be used to charge a phone. The post Organic power: Nokia charges Lumia 930 with 800 potatoes and apples appeared first on Digital Trends .

Cortana humiliates Siri in Microsoft's latest Windows Phone 8.1 advert

Firm takes a leaf out of Samsung's book

Apple iWallet Could Launch Alongside iPhone 6 Release - Empire State Tribune









Apple iWallet Could Launch Alongside iPhone 6 Release

Empire State Tribune

Which is better Nokia Lumia 1020 or Nokia Lumia 1520. Jul 20, 2014. 0. Window phones Nokia Lumia 1020 and 1520 are slowly making their presence felt in the communications market. Launched last 2013 the Nokia Lumia 1020.





Research and Markets: UAE Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Smartphone Sales by Vendor and by Operating System

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "UAE Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Smartphone

Research and Markets: India Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Sales by Vendor

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "India Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Sales b

This Week's Reviews: Nokia Lumia 2520, Sigma DP2 Quattro, Dell XPS 11 - DigitalVersus









This Week's Reviews: Nokia Lumia 2520, Sigma DP2 Quattro, Dell XPS 11

DigitalVersus

We've got loads of top tech up for review this week, including the Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet and Sigma's DP2 Quattro camera. Scroll down for the full line-up. Last Week's Top Fives. Top Five Articles. 1 - Bridge Buyer's Guide. 2 - Compact Camera Reviews





Two robbers jailed forty years

The Tarkwa circuit court has sentenced two armed robbers to a total of 40 years imprisonment in hard labour for robbery. Kamal Mohammed, a 32 year-old unemployed and Karim Yoda, a 20 year-old illegal miner were both convicted on their own plea of guilty.

Research and Markets: India Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Sales by Vendor

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "India Smartphone Market to 2015: Mobile Handset Sales b

Dropbox login changes uncover showstopper QtWebKit bug in Symbian

One by one, service changes across the world do seem to be gradually dropping off Symbian's radar, sadly.

Microsoft’s Cortana whips Apple’s Siri in this new Windows Phone ad

Microsoft’s not shy when it comes to tackling its competition head-on — from openly pitting its Surface Pro 3 against the Macbook Air to ads. The latest victim? That would be Siri.

Nokia XL vs LG Volt – Top Specs and Price Comparison - The Fuse Joplin








The Fuse Joplin



Nokia XL vs LG Volt – Top Specs and Price Comparison

The Fuse Joplin

These phones were both released this May, but there's a big difference between them. We thought Nokia will surprise us positively with the XL model, but this phone is way below the LG Volt's specs and features.





‘Akyat Bahay’ too

Two Iranian students lost close to P200,000 in valuables inside their condominium in Quezon City to suspected members of the “Akyat Bahay Gang” last Friday.

Nokia Lumia 530 sales to start in Russia in Q3 - Telecompaper (subscription)









Nokia Lumia 530 sales to start in Russia in Q3

Telecompaper (subscription)

Microsoft Devices Group plans to start sales of the Nokia Lumia 530 smartphone in Russia in Q3, reports Telecomblog.ru. The recommended retail price is expected to be RUB 4,990. The 3G device will be available in both mono-sim and dual-sim versions.





Actress and Activist Celeste Thorson Celebrated Birthday by Promoting Human Rights

TV Star and Activist Celeste Thorson Promoted Human Rights and Free Speech to Celebrate Birthday (PRWeb July 28, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1zl4GkE

Chinese Smartphone Brand OnePlus to Enter India - Empire State Tribune









Chinese Smartphone Brand OnePlus to Enter India

Empire State Tribune

Which is better Nokia Lumia 1020 or Nokia Lumia 1520. Jul 20, 2014. 0. Window phones Nokia Lumia 1020 and 1520 are slowly making their presence felt in the communications market. Launched last 2013 the Nokia Lumia 1020.





ESPYs: Michael Sam Talks Arthur Ashe Courage Award, 'I Have No Regrets'

The St. Louis Rams defensive end, who became the NFL's first openly gay player, updated fans on his best moments since the draft. read more

Pawtec Releases the Market’s Most Stylish and Durable Charge and Sync Cables for Apple iPhone, iPad, iPod and Android ...

Well known electronic accessory manufacturer Pawtec has just announced the launch of their unique range of charge and sync cables. The two new products from Pawtec are compatible with Apple and Android devices. (PRWeb July 28, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1puFpNK

BodyGuardz UltraTough Clear ScreenGuardz for Nokia Lumia 1020 - Windows Phone Central









BodyGuardz UltraTough Clear ScreenGuardz for Nokia Lumia 1020

Windows Phone Central

BodyGuardz UltraTough ScreenGuardz are the ultimate Nokia Lumia 1020 screen protectors. They are made from the same material used to shield the front of vehicles from rock chips and provides unmatched scratch protection from outside elements.





Microsoft Profits Fall As the Company Absorbs Nokia Losses

Microsoft has announced a 7 percent fall in its quarterly profits, as its performance was hurt by losses at its new Nokia handset division.

Commentary: Microsoft moves to eliminate Nokia

In addition to initiating a massive lay-off, Microsoft also plans to discontinue Nokia's Asha-, Series 40- and X-series handset products as well as to rename the Lumia-series - moves which could eventually lead to the elimination of Nokia.

Fed, U.S. GDP, Jobs Data, BP, UBS: Week Ahead July 28-Aug. 2

The U.S. Federal Open Market Committee releases its monetary policy statement as a pickup in the world’s biggest economy sharpens debate over timing of the first benchmark interest-rate increase since 2006.

Samsung family struggles to keep grip on powerful chaebol

With Samsung Group's powerful patriarch entering his third month in a South Korean hospital, his family risks losing its grip on the conglomerate he built into a force from smartphones to life insurance.Lee Kun Hee, 72, took over...

Samsung family struggles to keep grip on powerful chaebol

With Samsung Group's powerful patriarch entering his third month in a South Korean hospital, his family risks losing its grip on the conglomerate he built into a force from smartphones to life insurance.Lee Kun Hee, 72, took over...

My Captivity in Ukraine Reveals When Amateurs Succumb to Hatred

Ukrainian government army soldiers patrol in the city of Lisichansk, Luhansk region, eastern Ukraine Saturday, July 26, 2014. Close Ukrainian government army soldiers patrol in the city of Lisichansk, Luhansk region,...

My Captivity in Ukraine Shows Amateurs Succumb to Hatred

In eastern Ukraine, one text message can turn you into an enemy. They saw my Russian passport and press card, and told me to get out and hand over my belongings.

Kogan and BenQ drive 4G smartphone pricing down with $229 Agora 4G

Adorning the Agora 4G is a BenQ badge as the electronics maker looks to establish a smartphone presence in the Australian market. The aggressive price point, coupled with the cache of Kogan’s brand, should see many customers calling this BenQ smartphone their own.

Jerry Jones is bullish on NFL in L.A., but making it happen is a bear

The world zigs, and Jerry Jones zags.

Aretha Franklin slams server's D-I-S-R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Aretha Franklin has some harsh words for a server who showed D-I-S-R-E-S-P-E-C-T by telling the Queen of Soul she wasn't allowed to eat her takeout inside the restaurant.

Feedback Loop: Yosemite beta, Kindle Unlimited and more!

Ready for a fresh edition of Feedback Loop? This week featured discussions about Apple's OS X Yosemite beta, Kindle Unlimited, Nokia's naming conventions, MMO mice and iWatch speculation. Head past the break to talk about all this and more with your...

‘Hello there’: Eight lessons from Microsoft’s awful job loss memo

Barely 10 days old, Stephen Elop’s 'Hello there' memo has already become...

Legendary crooner Charles Aznavour woos Tel Aviv

Nostalgia was what the audience wanted and nostalgia is what they got at the Tel Aviv concert of legendary French singer Charles Aznavour, who is almost 90.

OLED Leads Flexible Display Market Growth Globally to 2020 Says a New Research Report Available at RnRMarketResearch.com

RnRMarketResearch.com offers "Flexible Display Market by Application (Smartphone, Tablet, E-reader, Laptop, TV, Smartcard, Wearable Display), Technology (OLED, LCD, E-paper), Component (Emissive & Non-emissive), Material (Polymer, Glass, GRP) & Geography – Forecast & Analysis to 2013 – 2020" global research report in its store. (PRWeb July 27, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com ...

There's a video for that: How YouTube brings DIY savings to everybody

People can save money by watching video tutorials on YouTube and doing a fix themselves.

Gadget Rewind 2005: BenQ Z2

BenQ may not be a familiar name to some -- at least not in the US -- but its roots in the electronics industry date back to the '80s. The company, formerly a division of Acer, was spun off in 2001 in an attempt to build a brand name for itself. With...

Nokia Lumia 930

The Nokia Lumia 930 is Nokia's flagship, Windows Phone 8.1-touting smartphone

Drones to assist photographers soon

Photographers will soon get a team of handy helpers to capture the perfect shot - flying flashbulbs!

Inflame: Tablet takedown: are they getting too hard to swallow for tech buyers?

It's been a busy, although not entirely positive, week for tablet news. Apple reported disappointing sales of its iPad, Microsoft revealed it had abandoned plans to sell the Surface Mini, but on the plus side Nvidia has decided to tablet-ise its Shield gaming system. So where next for tablets? Has the sci-fi buzz of living in a touchscreen world worn off? Are people longing for the days of ...

Android 4.4 vs. iOS 7 vs. Windows Phone 8: An OS slugfest

What’s the best platform of them all? We take a detailed look at the differences between the top three and try to pick a winner for various categories. What will come out on top as we pit Android vs iOS vs Windows Phone? The post Android 4.4 vs. iOS 7 vs. Windows Phone 8: An OS slugfest appeared first on Digital Trends .

Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 Seeded to Manufacturers: New Features Appear in Leaked Screenshot

Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 is reportedly being tested by manufacturers.

Drones to assist photographers soon

New York, July 27 (IANS) Photographers will soon get a team of handy helpers to capture the perfect shot - flying flashbulbs! A new drone, equipped with lights to create special effects during photo shoots, is being developed by researchers from Cornell University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US, including an Indian scientist and photographer. The drone will produce an ...

Nokia Revenues Decline, but Losses Shrink

Nokia has reported an 11 percent fall in its revenues, on a continuing operations basis, and a small loss of for the second quarter of this year.

Jolla to launch its first Sailfish smartphone in India next month

The new Jolla phone runs on the MeeGo-based Sailfish OS and will also be compatible with Google's Android applications.

LG's Windows Phone 8.1 Smartphone with 5in Screen Expected Soon

LG's Windows Phone 8.1 powered handset reportedly has model number D635.

Microsoft makes design central to its future

REDMOND, Wash. — Before Ralf Groene helped devise the look and feel of Microsoft's Surface tablet, he designed food — or "food concepts," he says, for people on the go. Among them: dried noodles that come wrapped around a pair of chopsticks;...

Air Gear's Oh! great Designs Original Monster for Digimonstory Cybersleuth

PS Vita game with character designs by Suzuhito Yasuda slated for 2015

Best of TechRadar Pro: Tech politics, a braver Microsoft, ICANN's TLDs and mobile banking

Why tech is on the verge of changing the political process forever It's a bleak time to be young. The 30-something-and-below generation is facing huge debts, long hours, low pay and an ever-disappearing retirement age. The cost of higher education in 2014 would've been enough to buy a three bedroom house 30 years ago. When a graduate enters the workforce, they can either look forward to being ...

Nokia Lumia 930 Now Available, Features Snapdragon 800, LTE at P29,990

Microsoft Mobile Devices Philippines recently announced the availability of the Nokia Lumia 930 in the Philippines.

Best of TechRadar Pro: Tech politics, a braver Microsoft, ICANN's TLDs and mobile banking

Why tech is on the verge of changing the political process forever It's a bleak time to be young. The 30-something-and-below generation is facing huge debts, long hours, low pay and an ever-disappearing retirement age. The cost of higher education in 2014 would've been enough to buy a three bedroom house 30 years ago. When a graduate enters the workforce, they can either look forward to being ...

Trailer for Xbox's Atari E.T. documentary phones home

Remember when a bunch of people hung out in a landfill for a weekend and it didn't end in total disappointment? In April, the devoted among us choked on dust in Alamogordo, New Mexico while Xbox Entertainment Studios and Lightbox Entertainment dug...

iPhone 6 Sapphire Crystal Display Could Provide Needed ‘Wow’ Factor

Apple is reportedly making major changes in its move from the iPhone 5s / 5c to the iPhone 6. While the most noticeable change may be the offering of larger 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch screen sizes, it may be the material that those screens are made of that give the new devices the technological break-through hook

Nadella Has Only Two Possible Outcomes: Hero or Loser

Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s CEO, has found himself in a rather difficult position. While he has charted a path for Microsoft and talked of the ways he believes the company could succeed in the future (hint: it’s all about the cloud and mobile), he’s also made some drastic steps. During his tenure as Microsoft CEO, Nadella has made many changes. He … Continue reading

Nokia Lumia 930: One Solid Windows Phone, Literally and Figuratively

Say what you will about Nokia’s single-minded focus on Windows Phone , but the all-in approach brings with it at least one major plus: for the foreseeable future, the Finnish handset maker’s flagship devices are a shoe-in for the title of “best Windows Phone handset.” And, spoiler alert: that title certainly applies here. The Nokia Lumia 930 is fast, bright and an overall lovely piece of ...

The vultures are circling: Which PC maker will be the next to die and why?

Sony's exit from the PC business proves that even the largest multinational companies are willing to abandon computing in favor of more greener (and more mobile) pastures. Which company will be the next to go? The post The vultures are circling: Which PC maker will be the next to die and why? appeared first on Digital Trends .

CNET: Smartphones with seriously long battery life

Need a smartphone that won't go dead by lunchtime? These phones have enough juice to get you through the day and then some.

The 7th Annual International Design Awards Honorable Mention Winners Announced

Tom Lien and Tori Hall (Elevate Creative) of the United States was awarded Honorable Mention in Packaging Design Competition for the David Bradley Chocolate Package Design Project. (PRWeb July 26, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1upQjwo

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Microsoft Mobile just introduced the Lumia 530 July 24. This is the first phone launched by the company after Nokia was acquired by Microsoft and became known as Microsoft Mobile.

CNET: Smartphones with seriously long battery life

Need a smartphone that won't go dead by lunchtime? These phones have enough juice to get you through the day and then some.

Driver Ed for Autonomous Vehicles - Technologue

Car-sharing, platooning, and automation are anathema to car enthusiasm as I know it.

Nokia N9 Vs Nokia N8 - Top Specs and Price Comparison - The Fuse Joplin









Nokia N9 Vs Nokia N8 - Top Specs and Price Comparison

The Fuse Joplin

Today we thought we would compare two of Nokia's phones to figure out which one would be a better choice when you are looking to buy a new entry-level handset, either for you or for a loved one. The two devices are the Nokia N8 and the Nokia N9.





Nokia Lumia 930 review by T3

The verdict on the new Lumia 930 - can it take on the Android'S big beast?

There is life after mobile phones for Nokia

Indian-born Suri, who has worked at Nokia since 1995, has been largely credited with turning the company around as the former head of the Nokia Solutions and Networks unit.

Downgrade Windows Phone 8.1 Preview for Developers to Windows Phone 8 to Get Lumia Cyan

Lumia devices running Windows Phone 8.1 Preview for Developers should downgrade to Windows Phone 8 to install Lumia Cyan update.

Microsoft makes design central to its future

Company fashioning devices around people's lives; Surface tablet is example of new course

Microsoft makes design central to its future

Company fashioning devices around people's lives; Surface tablet is example of new course

Microsoft makes design central to its future

Company fashioning devices around people's lives; Surface tablet is example of new course

Seahawks Training Camp Kicks Off

The Seattle Seahawks training camp at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex (VMAC) kicked off today with SWX's John Collett bringing you live coverage as the team begins to prepare for its first Super Bowl-title defending season.

Microsoft Corporation's Earnings May Take a Back Seat to This Revolutionary Windows Announcement

The software giant shared earning's yesterday, but it was what new CEO Satya Nadella announced that stole the show.

Nokia pays Rs 250 cr VRS to employees

Finland-based Nokia has paid about Rs 250 crore as compensation to employees of its Chennai manufacturing facility, who opted for the voluntary retirement scheme offered by it in May, Tamil Nadu Industries Minister P Thangamani informed the state Assembly on Friday. "Soon after the Chennai plant was converted into contract manufacturing facility, as it was excluded from the Nokia-Microsoft $7.2 ...

Nokia Treasure Tag Tracks Your Stuff

If you're constantly misplacing your things -- or are worried you might -- this Bluetooth tracker for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone can help find them near or far.

Nokia Treasure Tag Tracks Your Stuff

If you're constantly misplacing your things -- or are worried you might -- this Bluetooth tracker for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone can help find them near or far.

Nokia Treasure Tag Tracks Your Stuff - Boston.com









Nokia Treasure Tag Tracks Your Stuff

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Nokia Treasure Tag Tracks Your Stuff. July 25, 2014 8:15 PM. Share; Comment. If you're constantly misplacing your things—or are worried you might—this Bluetooth tracker for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone can help find them near or far.





Nokia Treasure Tag keeps tabs on your personal loot (pictures)

The square Bluetooth tracker works for Windows Phones, Android phones, and iPhones.

How to set up and use Nokia Treasure Tag (pictures)

Here's how to make your way around the wireless accessory for Lumia phones.

Nokia Treasure Tag tracks your stuff

If you're constantly misplacing your things -- or are worried you might -- this Bluetooth tracker for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone can help find them near or far.

Symbian and its drive letters

From an article I stumbled upon today, detailing the file manager that shipped on virtually every Symbian device in history. The Files UI should be familiar to anyone that has used a file manager or folder system/explorer on a computer and it behaves the same as well. Pictured to the left is the standard view when you open Files. It shows several "drives", C:, E: and F: with F: being your memory ...

Oversize, but keeps a handle on your hoard

The thick, square tracker uses NFC and Bluetooth Low Energy to track your valuable stuff, but the smaller Mini version (or other similar devices) are better sized to fit your lifestyle.

All Jobs at Former Nokia S.D. Office to Be Cut

Microsoft Corp. plans to permanently eliminate all 378 positions at the former Nokia office in Rancho Bernardo before this fall as part of the company’s announced global restructuring affecting 18,000 workers.

Apple shares hit new 52-week high

Shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) rose $0.64...

Windows Phone charged by Apple – and Potato

The world’s largest battery has been made using "Organic Charging" - made out of copper wiring, nails, apples, and potatoes. You’ll see a Nokia Lumia 930 in white as well as a Nokia Wireless Charger attached to a rigged-up wire connected to the food. The food that charges the phone. The pessimist in me wants to point out the fact … Continue reading

Angry Russia to 'sanction' US tech firms

by Paul Cooper Russia contemplating legeslative 'sanctions' of its own against US tech companies. Read more about Angry Russia to 'sanction' US tech firms

Microsoft's Strategy For Nokia Becomes Clearer

Microsoft will cut the former Nokia's engineering and manufacturing, lay off half its staff, and sell "productivity."

Wotton drug dealer jailed for amphetamine stash

A DRUG dealer from Wotton-under-Edge has been jailed for having amphetamines at his home with intent to supply.

Gadget Lab Podcast: Smartphones Get Smarter About Spending Your Money

This week, the hosts discuss the Amazon Fire Phone and how the growing mobile ecosystem -- ads, services, and gadgets --- is altering our buying habits.

Sony's Xperia Z3 Gets Detailed in Leaked Photos

New phone shares design elements with past Xperia models, plus design cues from Apple and Nokia Devices

Microsoft is Spinning Nokia's MixRadio Streaming Service Off into a Separate Company

MixRadio, the streaming music app available on all Nokia and Windows phones through Microsoft, is being spun off. The tech giant announced recently that as part of major cuts throughout entertainment departments and projects, MixRadio would no longer be a Microsoft entity. Instead of shutting the app down entirely, it will [...]

iPhone 6 Sapphire Display: Everything You Need To Know

The iPhone 6 will be the most radical redesign in iPhone history. Central to that will be the move to larger 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch displays and central to convincing us this is a good idea will be...

Pre-Market Most Active for Jul 25, 2014 : NOK, RFMD, GSK, FB, P, AMZN, GSJK, BIDU, QQQ, TWTR, RBS, ALU

Pre-Market Most Active for Jul 25, 2014 : NOK, RFMD, GSK, FB, P, AMZN, GSJK, BIDU, QQQ, TWTR, RBS, ALU

New govt promises low and stable tax regime for economic revival

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's new government pledged on Friday to pursue a low, stable and simple tax regime as it looks to win back investor confidence and spur economic activity, both of which have nosedived due to mounting tax disputes.

India's new govt promises low and stable tax regime for economic revival

By Rajesh Kumar Singh and Manoj Kumar NEW DELHI, July 25 (Reuters) - India's new governmentpledged on Friday to pursue a low, stable and simple tax regimeas it looks to win back investor confidence and spur economicactivity, both of which have nosedived due to mounting taxdisputes. A struggle to raise revenues in a sluggish economy and thepressure to narrow the fiscal deficit to avoid a "junk ...

In Depth: Microsoft's future under Satya Nadella: a very different, braver company

Introduction We are halfway through 2014 and Microsoft is having a good year - well, almost - even if it had to cut 18,000 jobs , can the Surface Mini , kill Android for Nokia , shut its Xbox Entertainment Studios and merge its tech conferences . The Xbox One was met with widespread praise and has been selling in record numbers; Windows Phone is improving rapidly, introducing Cortana ; Windows 8 ...

New govt promises low and stable tax regime for economic revival

By Rajesh Kumar Singh and Manoj Kumar NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's new government pledged on Friday to pursue a low, stable and simple tax regime as it looks to win back investor confidence and spur economic activity, both of which have nosedived due to mounting tax disputes. Although the drive produced only insignificant increases in tax receipts, it swelled the total amount of taxes tied up ...

India's new govt promises low and stable tax regime for economic revival

India's new government pledged on Friday to pursue a low, stable and simple tax regime as it looks to win back investor confidence and spur economic activity, both of which have nosedived due to mounting tax disputes. Although the drive produced only insignificant increases in tax receipts, it swelled the total amount of taxes tied up in disputes and litigation to 4 trillion rupees ($66.6 ...

OnePlus One Philippines Price Starts at Php 17,620, Specs, Unboxing, Features : Out Now At Lazada!

Dubbed as the "2014 Flagship Killer" , OnePlus One was designed and crafted in such a way that it would be able to beat and surpass the features, specifications, and capabilities of this year's popular top-of-the-line releases from electronics giants including Apple, Sony, LG, Nokia by Microsoft, and Samsung. To accomplish that, LTE-capable OnePlus is equipped with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS OGS ...

In Depth: Microsoft's future under Satya Nadella: a very different, braver company

Introduction We are halfway through 2014 and Microsoft is having a good year - well, almost - even if it had to cut 18,000 jobs , can the Surface Mini , kill Android for Nokia , shut its Xbox Entertainment Studios and merge its tech conferences . The Xbox One was met with widespread praise and has been selling in record numbers; Windows Phone is improving rapidly, introducing Cortana ; Windows 8 ...

Mayim Bialik to host TV Land's 'Candid Camera' reboot

Mayim Bialik has reason to smile: She's on "Candid Camera." The "Big Bang Theory" star will host TV Land's "Candid Camera" reboot alongside Peter Funt, son of show creator and original host Allen Funt, the network confirmed Thursday. The formal announcement will come later Thursday. Bialik, who rose to fame in "Blossom," also tweeted the news, saying "I have a new side gig." SEE ALSO: 'Big Bang ...

Mixed news for Asian stocks

HONG KONG: the Hang Seng index closed up 74.5 at 24216.0.

Wotton drug dealer jailed for amphetamine stash

A DRUG dealer from Wotton-under-Edge has been jailed for having amphetamines at his home with intent to supply.

Mini-review: Inateck BP1001B Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Sent in for review a couple of weeks ago was this new portable Bluetooth speaker, aimed at going with you on trips to provide quality music and podcasts.

Windows Phone 8.1 release date and new features: Update rolling out now with Cortana and Action Centre

Microsoft has announced a free update for all Windows Phone 8 smartphones, adding a notification centre, a Siri-like personal assistant and new home screen options. Here’s all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 including release date and new features. Microsoft details Cortana UK release date. See also: Hands-on review of the Nokia Lumia 930 Windows Phone 8.1: Release date First of all, it ...

CEO Nadella Touts Microsoft's Transition Plans

The company recorded revenues of $86.83 billion in fiscal year 2014 and a net income of $22.07 billion

Baidu profit up 34 percent as mobile service grows

(AP)—Baidu Inc., which operates China's most popular search engine, said Friday its quarterly profit rose 34 percent over a year earlier as its mobile business grew.

Report: China to declare Qualcomm a monopoly

(AP)—Chinese regulators have concluded Qualcomm Inc., one of the biggest makers of chips used in mobile devices, has a monopoly, a government newspaper reported Friday.

Nokia releases Windows Phone 8.1 Cyan update for Lumia smartphones

Nokia has finally started rolling out the Cyan software update for Lumia smartphones bringing Windows Phone 8.1 and other features. 13 best Windows Phones: What's the best Windows Phone you can buy in 2014? The new operating system is being gradually released on a global scale but is only available for some handsets to begin with. Nokia says the update will make Lumias more personal, fun and ...

BSkyB announces €6.7bn European expansion

BSkyB bolstered its pay-TV empire today with the €6.7bn takeover of sister companies in Italy and Germany.

Microsoft Tech Support Experts at My Tech Gurus React to News of Layoffs from Nokia Division

On-Demand computer support company, My Tech Gurus, states that job cuts recently announced at Microsoft will not affect their service, and are likely to cause an increase in requests for service over the coming months. Microsoft recently announced a large staff reduction from its Nokia Division. (PRWeb July 25, 2014) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/1lCzoxp

Windows Phone 8.1 update to begin rolling out Down Under this weekend

Microsoft has finally announced that it will begin pushing its latest Lumia Cyan update out to all Aussie and New Zealander Windows Phone 8 users beginning this weekend. Starting from tomorrow, the update will see all Windows Phone 8 handsets bumped up to Windows Phone 8.1 OS, which launched on the Lumia 630 , 635 and 930 , Microsoft has said the update is expected to become available for other ...

Update Windows Phone 8.1 Hadirkan Cortana

Asisten virtual pribadi yang berbeda bagi pengguna Nokia Lumia 1520. The post Update Windows Phone 8.1 Hadirkan Cortana appeared first on PCplus Online .

Nokia's fortunes brighten on heavy network spending

HELSINKI - Nokia surprised investors with strong quarterly earnings and raised its full-year profit margin forecast as network operators install more powerful systems to cope with surging mobile data traffic. The Finnish company sold its once-dominant phone business to Microsoft in April, leaving it more reliant on a mobile network equipment business that shrank by 8 per cent in the April-to ...

Obama criticises companies 'magically becoming Irish'

The US President has singled out Ireland in his criticism of American multinationals that move to other countries to cut their tax bill.

Yesterday was more about earnings

The earnings and economic data releases took prominence yesterday and sustained the demand for risky assets even as speculation is increasingly rife that EU will take less symbolic and more economically important measures to penalize Russia’s involvement in supporting the Ukrainian rebels.

The August issue of AM - Automotive Management is out now

Welcome to the August issue of AM - Automotive Management magazine, which is published in print format today. Click the preview digital edition below for a taste of this month's issue, which concentrates on marketing.

MobileMuster gets green tick

This morning, the Federal Government has given a green tick of approval to Australia's longest running, not-for-profit mobile phone recycling program. read more

Microsoft Tech Support Experts at My Tech Gurus React to News of Layoffs from ... - Virtual-Strategy Magazine (press release)









Microsoft Tech Support Experts at My Tech Gurus React to News of Layoffs from ...

Virtual-Strategy Magazine (press release)

My Tech Gurus has provided more than a decade of hardware and software support to its customers needing assistance with Microsoft and Nokia products, however My Tech Gurus is not affiliated with either company other than being an official partner.





Microsoft Tech Support Experts at My Tech Gurus React to News of Layoffs from ... - PR Web (press release)









Microsoft Tech Support Experts at My Tech Gurus React to News of Layoffs from ...

PR Web (press release)

My Tech Gurus has provided more than a decade of hardware and software support to its customers needing assistance with Microsoft and Nokia products, however My Tech Gurus is not affiliated with either company other than being an official partner.





Lumia 930 now available in PH

Microsoft today has announced availability of the Lumia 930. The Windows Phone 8.1-powered smartphone integrates the best of Microsoft and Lumia to deliver the ultimate video and imaging experience on a smartphone. The Lumia 930 has a 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core, 5-inch Full HD OLED display, 20MP PureView camera with OIS and ZEISS optics […] You might also like: Nokia Lumia 920 ...

Nokia reports back in profit, shares jump

Finnish telecom group Nokia has jumped back into profit in the second quarter, boosted by restructuring.

US stocks mixed as crises offset revenue

US stocks have opened mixed after solid earnings reports but tensions over conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.

Microsoft 4Q earnings hurt by Nokia buy

Microsoft's fourth-quarter earnings have taken a hit from the Nokia devices company that it bought in April.

Nokia Lumia 930 now available in the Philippines

Microsoft has announced that the Nokia Lumia 930 flagship smartphone is now available in the Philippines with a price tag of under Php30K. Nokia Lumia 930 specs: 5-inch ClearBlack, OLED, Full HD display, 441ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 3 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snadragon 800 quad-core CPU 2GB RAM 20 megapixel PureView camera with OIS and ZEISS optics […] The post Nokia Lumia 930 now available in the ...

Come close, dear reader. Past those trees you'll see a non-Microsoft Nokia Oyj in the wild

Oh, it's a bit wobbly on its feet but it still has its wits about it Nokia – the Finnish networking firm, not the Microsoft division that sells low-cost mobes running Windows Phone – reported earnings for another difficult quarter on Thursday, yet showed signs that its operations are beginning to stabilize since punting its Devices and Services business off to Redmond.…

Microsoft's latest numbers explain layoffs

Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella may not have addressed the massive round of layoffs the tech giant is planning to finish by the end of the year in the company's Tuesday earnings call. But he didn't have to - the explanation for his decision to slash Microsoft's mobile hardware division was right there in the numbers.

Microsoft to shut down Xbox TV studio

Microsoft has confirmed that its studio producing television programs for Xbox consoles will be closed down.

The 404 1,531: Where we take it to the hub

Coolio takes to PornHub to release his next album, a drastic makeup technique to throw of facial recognition, taking selfies at sites of tragedy, and a big announcement for the show!

Stop! Yammer time: Microsoft's social biz service becomes one with Office 365

Cofounder David Stacks steps aside as Redmond takes reins David Sacks, cofounder and former CEO of Yammer, has left his position at Microsoft after having steered the enterprise social networking service for nearly six years.…

Microsoft to scrap 18,000 jobs

Microsoft said on Thursday it would slash 18,000 jobs from its global workforce in the next year.

Microsoft to slash 18,000 jobs worldwide

Microsoft says it will slash 18,000 jobs worldwide over the next year, mostly from its Nokia integration.

The vision for self-driving cars? 2020

The self-driving car is moving from research lab to product plan

Chen shrugs off IBM and Apple enterprise team-up

BlackBerry chief executive says that partnernship is like when ‘two elephants start dancing’ and hints that company is in its own enterprise talks

$A lower on positive US data

The Australian dollar has drifted lower following positive US unemployment data overnight.

IMF lowers 2014 global growth forecast

The IMF has lowered its 2014 global economic growth forecast due to risks in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Morgan Stanley to settle SEC charges

Morgan Stanley has agreed to pay $US275 million ($A297 million) to settle its US civil charges.

European stocks rise on firm data

European stock markets have risen and the euro has recovered from an eight-month low.

Royal Caribbean and Facebook are big market movers

Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market: NYSE Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., up $4.33 to $60.56 The cruise ship operator reported ...