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Skype Confirms 3D Video Calling Is in the Works

Skype is working on creating 3D video calls in the near future but Microsoft is still testing out the video software.

BlackBerry Q10 Sales Disappoint

The Wall Street Journal reports that BlackBerry's new Q10 keyboard smartphone has fallen flat with consumers, adding to the company's woes.

Phablets Are Here to Stay

Now that the term has been added to the dictionary, we're forced to admit that phablets are here to stay. But don't confuse them with mini tablets.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: $199 iWatch to Debut in Late 2014

Apple will launch a $199 smartwatch in the second half of 2014; Apple to open a new Tokyo store next year; judge says external e-book monitor needed.

Cord-Cutters Will Be Stuck With Rising Internet Prices

Cord-cutters might be freeing themselves of cable TV bills, but only in time for cable companies to fire back with Internet pricing.

Cloud Computing Is a High-Growth Market

Amazon gets most of the cloud computing attention, especially in the wake of service outages, but there are plenty of other players.

Could Your Facebook Friends Cost You Your Next Loan?

Some companies are starting to use a person's social media presence, including Facebook friends, to determine if he or she qualifies for a loan.

Facebook Supplies Governments with Data Regarding Users

Facebook, released a report on Tuesday, that covers request made by 74 countries for data regarding at least 38,000 of its users.

Tuesday Apple Rumors: iOS 7 May Launch on September 10

Apple may release iOS 7 on September 10 with its new iPhones; Apple challenges DOJ's e-book remedies; and revised San Francisco store plans save fountain.

Gazelle Battles Back for iPhone Trade-Ins

With Apple soon to launch its own trade-in program for old iPhones, Gazelle is boosting the appeal of its trade-in offer.

Otterbox CEO Says Apple Isn’t Dead

Brian Thomas, the CEO of leading smartphone case maker Otterbox, doesn't think there is much to the "fall" of Apple (AAPL).

Violent Children Won’t Be the End of Video Game Publishers

An 8-year-old boy fatally shot a woman shortly after playing Grand Theft Auto IV, putting video game violence and game publishers back in the spotlight.

Monday Apple Rumors: iPhone 5S Chip 31% Faster Than iPhone 5’s

Apple's iPhone 5S will feature an A7 chip 31% faster than the A6; NTT DoCoMo may be closing in on iPhone deal; and iWork for iCloud beta access restricted.

How Garmin Survived the Age of Smartphones

When smartphones hit the market in 2007, personalized GPS manufacturers seemed doomed. But thanks to savvy business development, Garmin managed to survive.

4 Tech CEOs Who Should Get the Boot NOW

Steve Ballmer is finally stepping down at Microsoft ... and these four tech CEOs need to go as well.

Friday Apple Rumors: Cook and Icahn to Talk Buybacks

Apple's CEO will discuss more share buybacks with Carl Icahn next month; Apple buys another transit app; and regulators insist on e-book oversight.

AAPL Trying to Make Apple Maps Less of a Disaster

Apple recently bought the startup behind a popular public transit application, suggesting AAPL is ready for a second effort at its failed map app.

Sliding Mirrorless Camera Sales Could Be the Final Straw for Nikon

Mirrorless cameras were designed to lure 'prosumers' back from smartphones, but don't seem to be doing their job. That's bad news for Nikon.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Apple in Talks for iTV Content

Apple talking to media companies for TV set programming; iPad's share of Chinese market falls; and millions of iCloud users see outage.