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Apple Accepts PhoneGap For iPhone Development

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:11:00 EST

Cross-platform mobile development is getting easier, thanks to frameworks that leverage Web technology.

Apple Seeks Permanent Halt To Psystar Mac Clones

Antone Gonsalves — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:55:00 EST

The requested injunction would prohibit Psystar from selling Mac knock offs, which a federal court has already ruled violate Apple's copyright.

Gartner: Data Center Problems Ahead

Antone Gonsalves — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:23:00 EST

Energy, staffing, and hardware costs lead the list of worsening challenges facing data center managers, research firm says.

Apple Sues To Stop Power Adapter Knock Offs

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:34:00 EST

A lawsuit filed on Monday charges a California-based company with copying a patented Apple design.

Wind River Taps Datalight For Flash Memory

Antone Gonsalves — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:42:00 EST

DataLight's FlashFX Pro makes it easier for software to access the NAND flash memory used for storage in embedded devices.

PC Shipments Up, Revenue Down In 2009

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:20:00 EST

Gartner had predicted a 2% decline in PC shipments, but instead reports a 2.8% increase from 2008.

Amazon Boosts Kindle Features

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:28:00 EST

The market-leading e-book reader is getting PDF support and longer battery life.

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Google, TiVo Partner For TV Data

Thomas Claburn — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:28:00 EST

TV advertisers can look forward to a deeper understanding of how TiVo viewers receive their ads.

Chip Market Decline Less Than Expected

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:50:00 EST

Semiconductor revenue plunged more than $32 billion this year, but iSuppli said it could have been much worse.

Qualcomm Antitrust Case Dropped

W. David Gardner — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:44:00 EST

The European Commission has withdrawn its regulatory proceeding against the mobile equipment maker.

PC Shipments Up, Revenue Down In 2009

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:01:00 EST

Gartner had predicted a 2% decline in PC shipments, but instead reports a 2.8% increase from 2008.

AT&T, LG Launch 3G Netbook

Marin Perez — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:35:00 EST

The subsidized netbook will be powered by Windows XP and requires a $60 monthly data plan from AT&T.

Review: Bluetooth Headsets For Mobile Pros

Eric Zeman — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Put down that handset and pick up a wireless headset. We rate Bluetooth devices from Aliph, BlueAnt, MoGo, Motorola, Plantronics, and Samsung.

Wolfe's Den: Intel CTO Envisions On-Chip Data Centers

Alexander Wolfe — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:02:00 EST

Justin Rattner talks about the explosion of multicore processing, bringing security to cloud computing, and processor-based networking

Practical Analysis: How Locked In To Vendors Are You?

Art Wittmann — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Stem-to-stern storage, networking, and management products are coming from several vendors. Is that a positive trend?

Chrome OS: There Will Be Local Storage

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:20:00 EST

Despite what Google says, not all data will be in the cloud.

Air Force To Expand PlayStation-Based Supercomputer

J. Nicholas Hoover — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:49:00 EST

The cluster of PlayStation 3 consoles is already being used for research into high-def video processing and systems with brain-like properties.

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Nokia Sees Enterprise Demand For Netbook

Marin Perez — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:00 EST

The Booklet 3G's embedded mobile broadband and long battery life are attracting mobile professionals, not the mass market it had aimed for, Nokia says.

Telepresence Acquisitions Booming

W. David Gardner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:34:00 EST

Videoconferencing firms BT, Polycom, Logitech, LifeSize Communications, Cisco, and Tandberg all have either made deals or are in negotiations.

First LTE Data Call Made On Live Net

W. David Gardner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:18:00 EST

Alcatel-Lucent's live call is the latest in a series of Long Term Evolution tests and trials in preparation for the launch of LTE.

IBM Reports Cognitive Computing Advances

United Press International — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:56:30 EST

IBM has taken a big step forward in the development of a computer that works like a human brain, officials told a supercomputing conference in Oregon Wednesday.

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Medicine Bottles Get Net Connection

Mitch Wagner — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Bottle cap with wireless Internet connection flashes when it's time to take a pill and even calls forgetful patients with reminders.

Google Chrome OS Depends On Hardware Partners

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Despite its focus on the Web -- a platform with proven appeal -- Chrome OS will also need compelling hardware to compete against Apple's anticipated tablet and Windows netbooks.

Google Releases Chrome OS Code

Thomas Claburn — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:04:00 EST

Developers can now participate in the Chrome OS open source project and help Google bring its new operating system to market next year.

AT&T Loses Bid To Stop Verizon Ads

Marin Perez — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:47:00 EST

Verizon may continue to air its 3G comparison ads, judge rules.

8 In 10 Smartphone Users Frustrated By Content

W. David Gardner — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:29:00 EST

Slow page loads and too much irrelevant content are among mobile phone users' complaints, survey by Qualcomm's Xiam Technologies finds.

Interop: New York Tests Xbox-Based Alert System

Paul McDougall — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:26:00 EST

State officials eye video game networks as a means to send emergency warnings to younger residents.

Google Phone Coming, Report Claims

Thomas Claburn — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:01:00 EST

But for many, a Google phone doesn't make sense.

Global CIO: Oracle CEO Larry Ellison's Goodbye Letter To European Customers

Bob Evans — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Column about the possibility that Oracle might suspend its operations in Europe to bypass the EC's absurd and unreasonable conditions on approving the Oracle-Sun acquisition.

Toshiba Launches Unified Messaging For Small Businesses

Antone Gonsalves — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:30:00 EST

The Linux appliance is designed to provide affordable messaging to small and medium-sized businesses, with 400 mailboxes and 300 hours of storage.

SGI Intros Supercomputer With Intel Nehalem EX

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:43:00 EST

The SGI Altix UV high-performance computing system reaches 18.6 teraflop per second.

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Super Micro Unveils High Density Blade Server

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

The new server doubles the number of dual-socket blades available in a single SuperBlade system.

Cray Jaguar Named Fastest Supercomputer

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:50:00 EST

At 1.75 petaflop per second, the Cray XT5 toppled the 18-month reign of IBM's Roadrunner supercomputer.

Chip Industry Poised For Revenue Rebound

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:30:00 EST

Stronger PC sales will drive sales recovery, and 2009 hasn't been as bad as had been feared, research firm says.

HP Releases TouchSmart SDK To Lure Developers

Antone Gonsalves — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Hewlett-Packard is already working with companies including Hulu, Netflix and Twitter on touch-enabled applications for Windows 7, but it wants more.

Most Security Products Fail Initial Certification Tests

Thomas Claburn — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:21:00 EST

A study based on the testing of thousands of security products over 20 years finds that most require several rounds of testing before achieving certification.

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Desktop Virtualization A Remedy For Hospital

Mitch Wagner — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:05:00 EST

A New York healthcare provider deploys "zero-client" devices to reduce PC maintenance and improve business performance.

Psystar Guilty Of Violating Mac Copyright

Paul McDougall — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:49:00 EST

Court grants summary judgment in favor of Apple's lawsuit against cloner.

Cray Jaguar Named Fastest Supercomputer

Antone Gonsalves — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:34:00 EST

At 1.75 petaflop per second, the Cray XT5 toppled the 18-month reign of IBM's Roadrunner supercomputer.

Smart Meter Made

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST

Utilities use network-connected meters and other new technologies to build a smart grid that will reduce outages, cut costs and improve customer service.

Programmers Charged In Madoff Scheme

Antone Gonsalves — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:38:00 EST

Two men were arrested for developing and maintaining computer programs that helped convicted Ponzi schemer Bernard Madoff cover up his operation.

FLO TV Device Hits Retailers

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

Qualcomm's $249 handheld mobile television lets users watch shows on the go.

Nokia N60 Gets Fast Location App

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:30:00 EST

Skyhook's Map Booster system delivers instantaneous location data to the Nokia smartphones.

Interop New York: Spotlight On Cloud Computing, Networking, Virtualization

Paul McDougall — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:27:00 EST

The networking techfest, Nov. 16-20, will illuminate today's most important IT trends and technologies.

Qualcomm Shows Smartbook

W. David Gardner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:36:00 EST

The hybrid smartphone and netbook was revealed briefly by Qualcomm chief executive Paul Jacobs at an analysts meeting.

Web 2.0 Expo: The Power Of Less

Thomas Claburn — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:33:00 EST

Next week's Web 2.0 Expo will explore business opportunity and innovation in a time of uncertainty.

Global CIO: Cloud Computing's New Name: 500 Reader Suggestions!

Bob Evans — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

The CEOs of HP and IBM say "cloud computing" is a lousy name, so we asked you to come up with a new term--and your 500 responses tell us a lot about ourselves.

Intel To Pay AMD $1.2 Billion In Antitrust Settlement

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:21:00 EST

Agreement settles multiple claims AMD filed against chip industry competitor.

Government Use Of Windows 7 Hinges On Security Spec

J. Nicholas Hoover — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:09:00 EST

The Federal Desktop Core Configuration, which defines 300 PC settings for improved security, has yet to be finalized for Windows 7.

Cray, Dell, Microsoft Team On HPC

Antone Gonsalves — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:13:00 EST

The high-performance computing system combines a workstation with a computing cluster to give users extra computing power at their desks.

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