2012年2月29日星期三

Technology Report: Yahoo threatens Facebook as patent war looms

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02/28/2012
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Yahoo threatens Facebook as patent war looms
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Yahoo has demanded licensing fees from Facebook for use of its technology, the companies said on Monday, potentially engulfing social media in the patent battles and lawsuits raging across much of the tech sector.
New, faster Apple iPad expected next week
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Apple Inc is hosting a media event next Wednesday, where it is expected to unveil a faster, better-equipped version of its popular iPad tablet to thwart increasing competition from deep-pocketed rivals such as Amazon.com Inc.
Microsoft joins Google+ dispute in EU: sources
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Microsoft and several other companies have complained to EU antitrust regulators about Google's social networking tool, two people familiar with the matter said, but they declined to provide the names of the other firms involved.
Microsoft's next Steve: Windows boss faces biggest test
SEATTLE (Reuters) - For Steven Sinofsky, the stern but creative engineering manager who runs Microsoft Corp's flagship Windows division, February 29 is showtime.
Facebook offers olive branch to mobile carriers
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Facebook said it could team up with mobile operators on payments, in an offer that would give them back part of the revenue and influence they have lost in recent years to Apple and Google .
Social media used to sell drugs to youth, report says
VIENNA (Reuters) - Illegal "Internet pharmacies" are using social media to market drugs to young people, an international report said on Tuesday.
TI sees its chips paving way for new health products
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Texas Instruments is working with makers of medical devices and sports accessories to develop new types of energy-efficient products, according to an executive at the company.
Nokia unveils cheaper Windows smartphone
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Finnish mobile phone maker Nokia unveiled a cheaper smartphone using Microsoft's Windows Phone software on Monday, aiming to win back market share by targeting a wider audience.
Dell unveils new servers, says not a PC company
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Dell Inc launched a new line of servers for enterprise customers, boosting its corporate business unit and shifting its focus further away from consumers, who are increasingly choosing such devices as Apple Inc's iPad.
Wii games don't mean kids exercise more: study
(Reuters) - Virtual boxing, tennis and dancing along with video game systems may not be helping children meet daily exercise requirements, according to a U.S. study.
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