United States (US) stories - Page 162
Facebook fails in customer satisfaction
Wed, 21st Jul 2010
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Facebook has hit rock bottom in customer satisfaction, ranking even lower than the US IRS, reveals a ForeSee Results report.
Nokia Siemens buys Motorola wireless
Wed, 21st Jul 2010
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Nokia Siemens acquires Motorola's wireless division for $1.2bn, aiming to bolster global presence and enhance ties with leading operators.
IDC: PC sales up 22% globally
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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Global PC sales surged 22.4% in Q2 2010, driven by strong growth in EMEA and robust desktop shipments, IDC reports. US and APAC lag slightly.
Intergen joins Microsoft VIP club
Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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Intergen ascends to Microsoft's elite Inner Circle, celebrating top-tier success in Dynamics partnership at the Worldwide Partner Conference.
Microsoft employed alleged Russian spy
Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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A Russian spy who infiltrated Microsoft as a software tester in Seattle has been deported. The FBI confirms he gained no sensitive information.
Microsoft extends XP shelf life
Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Microsoft vows to extend Windows XP downgrade rights, boosting support for customers transitioning to Windows 7.
Firefox 4 now available to download
Wed, 7th Jul 2010
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Mozilla launches Firefox 4 Beta 1, inviting users to test and shape the future of the browser with frequent updates promised.
Microsoft buries its Kin
Fri, 2nd Jul 2010
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As Apple and Google escalate their mobile rivalry, Microsoft pulls the plug on its Kin phones' global launch, consolidating efforts on Windows Phone 7.
The divided peninsula
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
The sinking of South Korea's Cheonan warship in March, claiming 46 lives, has escalated tensions with North Korea, threatening regional stability.
Apple announces iPhone 4
Tue, 8th Jun 2010
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Apple unveils iPhone 4 at developer conference in the US; Vodafone to launch in New Zealand in the coming months.
Izon signs another distribution deal
Wed, 19th May 2010
New Zealand's Izon Science inks a deal with Chemoscience for exclusive distribution of its nanoparticle analysis systems across five Southeast Asian nations.
YouTube turns five
Tue, 18th May 2010
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YouTube celebrates its fifth anniversary with over two billion daily views; Co-Founder Chad Hurley sees vast growth potential ahead for the video platform.
Apple calls out smartphone research
Wed, 12th May 2010
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Company questions research that says smartphones using Google's Android OS have surpassed iPhone sales in the US.
NZ-based Izon inks US distribution deal
Fri, 7th May 2010
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NZ's Izon Science strikes deal with US distributor BridgePath Scientific to enhance the reach of its cutting-edge nanoparticle analysis systems in America.
Web scams leapt 22% in 09 – report
Sat, 1st May 2010
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The FBI's 2009 Internet Crime Report reveals a 22.3% surge in web scams, with total financial losses hitting USD $559.7 million.
Cracked ACTA
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Governments representing North America, Europe and Australasia remain hell-bent on pushing through ACTA (Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement).
“There oughta be a law!”
Sat, 1st May 2010
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As the internet evolves, governments in democracies are debating whether it should remain free from regulation, citing child pornography, viruses, and theft.
Apple dates June conference - new iPhone expected
Thu, 29th Apr 2010
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The iPhone maker's annual developers conference will kick off on June 7, where the company is expected to unveil the new iPhone.
Google reports 23% year-on-year growth
Fri, 16th Apr 2010
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investment
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financial results
Google reports revenue increase of 23% for first quarter, reaffirms commitment to innovation and heavy investment.
Symantec passes consulting business to channel
Mon, 12th Apr 2010
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partners
In an effort to extend its consulting business, Symantec is shifting its consulting services strategy to work with qualified channel partners.