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Nokia, MSFT Bet Big on Lumia 900, But …

With Apple's iPhone and Android phones crowding the market, making Nokia's upcoming Lumia 900 exclusive to AT&T carries significant risks.

Sony’s New PlayStation May Pummel Retailers

A rumored switch to all-digital, account-controlled game play could put sellers like GameStop out of business.

Monday Apple Rumors: Everyone’s Happy to Own a New iPad

A ChangeWave survey shows more than 80% of people are "very satisfied" with the new iPad. Also, Ashton Kutcher will play Steve Jobs in an upcoming film.

Consumer Reports: Apple’s iPad Tops Tablet Ratings

Consumer Reports magazine ranked Apple's iPad at the top of its tablet ratings, noting that the iPad's high-resolution screen and performance set it apart.

eBook Prices May Fall as Settlements Near in Apple Price-Fixing Case

Book prices on the Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) Kindle and other e-readers could tumble after a deal in a price-fixing case against Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is near.

The Top 5 Gadgets of the Last 50 Years? Not What You Might Think

The 5 top-selling gadgets of the past 50 years? They're not what you might think.

Zynga’s Jagged Path to Zynga.com and Third-Party Partnerships

Since last fall, social gaming company Zynga has endured a rocky IPO, the launch of a new platform, a major acquisition, and personnel changes. What's next?

After Labor Audit, Apple Manufacturing Partner Foxconn Promises Reform

Apple manufacturing partner Foxconn responded to a labor audit by promising reforms, which could affect labor practices throughout China.

LG’s Flexible e-Reader Screen

LG announced that it is producing a durable, flexible plastic screen for use in e-readers. Also, researchers in Canada announced new flexible-OLED screen tech.

Trending Social Media: Google Spent $213 Million on Product Advertising Last Year

A recent Search Engine Watch report suggests much of last year's record advertising spending was devoted to promoting G+.

Google’s Tablet Gambit Can’t Work

Google plans to offer a tablet to compete with Apple's iPad, sources say. But without stunning features and a low price, the device will face huge challenges.

Friday Apple Rumors: Apple Signs More Humane Labor Contract with Foxconn

Tim Cook commandeers improvements in factory conditions hot on the heels of his visit to the newest Foxconn plant.

How Apple’s Tim Cook Is Looking Better Than Steve Jobs

While they're two wholly different leaders, Apple CEO Tim Cook is starting to show that he's a fit successor to the legendary Steve Jobs.

Recent Apple Patents Point the Way to the Future

"Recent Apple Patents Point the Way to the Future," the last in a series of three stories highlighting Apple’s approach to intellectual property.

Apple Still Has Piles of Cash: Should It Consider a Strategic Acquisition?

Even with its dividend plan in place, Apple still has piles of cash. Should it consider a strategic acquisition? We ponder the pros and cons.

Trending Social Media: Spotify Extends Unlimited Listening

Social music service is extending its million-song plus free trial period -- and seems focused on consumer outreach.

Windows XP Is 11 Years Old: Why Won’t It Go Away?

Eleven years after its introduction, Microsoft's Windows XP is still in widespread use. Why won't it go away?

Thursday Apple Rumors: Tim Cook Visits Foxconn Plant

Apple's CEO visited a newly opened plant and met personally with Foxconn employees as part of his ongoing corporate diplomacy mission to China.

Apple: Fighting Fire with Fire at the Center of the Patent War

"Apple: Fighting Fire with Fire at the Center of the Patent War," the second is a series of three articles on Apple's approach to intellectual property.