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Wednesday Apple Rumors: iOS 7 to Integrate Flickr, Vimeo

Apple will integrate Flickr and Vimeo into iOS 7; Penguin will pay $75 million to settle iBook price-fixing charges; and Samsung Galaxy S4 added to lawsuit. More 

Caterpillar’s Ultra-Durable Smartphone Comes to U.S.

Construction equipment maker Caterpillar has unveiled a new rugged Android smartphone that can withstand drops and getting wet. More 

GIF Creator Wants You to Pronounce It This Way

The inventor of the GIF image compression file format says the name is pronounced "jif" not "gift." More 

Duracell Pushes Wireless Charging a Step Forward

Duracell is partnering with PowerMat to bring wireless smartphone charging pads to restaurants. More 

Tuesday Apple Rumors: Apple Brand Worth $185B

Apple is still the world's most valuable brand; Apple Stores generated almost $58 per visitor last quarter; and Apple offers discounts deals in India. More 

Teen’s Gadget Can Charge Phone in Seconds

Sick of your phone always dying? So was 18-year-old Eesha Khare ... which is why she invented a tiny gizmo that charges and holds energy far better. More 

Mayer Gives Yahoo a Shot at Not Botching Tumblr

Any worry about Yahoo fumbling the ball with Tumblr is warranted given the tech giant's previous M&A mishandlings. But Marissa Mayer could break the cycle. More