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Technology has changed the world for the better and consists of using scientific and technical knowledge to create improvements and efficiencies in products or services. People interact with technology every day, such as by sending a text on an Apple iPhone or by taking a ride in a Toyota Corolla. As one of the largest sectors in the world, technology helps create innovative and useful inventions for the betterment of society.

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Friday Apple Rumors: China Now World’s Top iPhone Purchaser

China outstripped the U.S. as the world's top activator of Apple handhelds this February -- accounting for 23% of all global activations.

Trending Social Media: Can Twitter Predict Stocks?

New study correlates chatter trending and market activity -- and claims there might be verifiable means of using Twitter to beat the market.

T-Mobile to Cut 1,900 Jobs

T-Mobile announced this week that it will cut 1,900 jobs as part of a consolidation plan that will eliminate 7 of its 24 call centers.

Nokia Files Patent for Vibrating Tattoo

Finnish telecom is designing a magnetic implant that responds to cell signals -- and androids are still dreaming of electric sheep.

Tech Guru: Disk Drive Stocks WDC, STX Are Bargain Buys

After a recent column dogging disk drive maker Seagate, a research analyst responds with his thoughts on STX, as well as the disk drive sector.

Should Apple Make the iPad User-Serviceable?

Should Apple make the iPad user-serviceable? That's a tough call, but if you don’t know what you’re doing, bad things can happen.

Google Wave Washes Out

Google, which usually is quick to drop products that don't perform as hoped, is shuttering its Google Wave collaborative editing service.

Is Google Wallet’s Mobile-Payment Strategy Getting Lost in the Crowd?

Launched last year, Google's its mobile payment service, Wallet, seemed to have a running start. Now it’s just one of many emerging options.

Google Wallet Customers Receive $5 as an Apology for Account Hassles

Google Wallet customers received a $5 credit as an apology for account hassles that developed while the company addressed a security flaw.

Disney Needs New Film Plan After Taking $200 Million Loss on ‘John Carter’

A new Pixar offering and re-releases in 3D should help Disney stem losses on major flops, but a new strategy is needed to boost the film studio to new heights.

Trending Social: Zynga Shelling Out $200M for Game Startup

Zynga reportedly acquiring OMGPOP for an unprecedented $200M -- purchasing 'Draw Something' creator at price greater than the sum of all previous acquisitions.

Hot New Solar Accessory Hopes to Ride the iPad Wave

A solar-powered recharging sleeve for the iPad is touted as a “must-have” accessory and is a centerpiece of solicitations to prospective investors.

Thursday Apple Rumors: iPhone 5 Might Be a Universal Remote

A leaked smartphone patent reveals schematic changes to Apple's upcoming iPhone 5 -- including capabilities as a universal remote.

7 Tech Stocks Challenging Their Dot-Com Price Highs

The Nasdaq has cleared 3,000, and now some of tech's biggest names are at or above their dot-com highs. Here's who's there -- and who's worth keeping around.

Is 3D Printing Approaching Its Inkjet Moment?

3D printers are on the market and, at this point, attracting only early adopters. But if they catch on, a world of toys and utility awaits.

What the ‘Cable Business’ Can Teach Tech Companies

The sleek HDMI cable that eliminated unsightly tangles of entertainment-system hookups is now widely adopted. And it's already obsolete.

Assessing Ticket Seller Fandango’s Partnership with Yahoo Movies

With its partnership with Yahoo Movies, online ticket seller Fandango expands its reach to include Yahoo’s 30 million users in the U.S.

Why Zynga’s Acquisition of Game Developer OMGPOP Makes Sense

Zynga acquired 'Draw Something' game developer OMGPOP in a deal worth a reported $180 million.

Another Day, Another Anxiety about App Risks

An analysis of apps that were available through Android Market focuses on code that could pose privacy and security risks.