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Tough Times in the U.S.-China iPad Smuggling Game
Early on the morning of March 16, Wong Tat joined a line of about 100 people waiting for the launch of the new iPad in a chilly rain outside an Apple store on the outskirts of San Francisco.
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New iPad 3 Flexes Muscle, Posts 3 Million Debut Weekend Sales Record
Since its official launch on March 16, Apple’s new iPad 3 has already hit the 3 million units debut weekend sales figure. One of the biggest wireless carriers in the U.S., AT&T, has also claimed record sale figures for the new Apple tablet.
New iPad 3 Facing Overheating Problems
Apart from its peppery price-tag, the newest iPad 3 is facing other significant drawbacks, as well. New owners have reported “heat” issues from the latest Apple tablet, making it hard to handle. In fact, the heating problems are so vivid that children refuse to use the new iPad, while in other cases, the heat literally shuts down the device.
Lost Smartphone: What Does Finder Peek Most?
If you own a smartphone, it might be nearly impossible to discover your device, once lost. Recent studies conducted by security firm Symantec show that more than 89% of smartphone finders will snoop inside the device and search for personal data.
iPad Behold! Windows 8 to Debut in October
Microsoft reportedly will finish the work on latest Windows 8 by summer, setting the official release sometime in October.
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New iPad $630? Cost Price is Actually $360
Apple is selling its brand new generation of iPads at a price almost double than the manufacturing costs. According to EE Times, the bill of materials (BOM) is estimated at $310 for a 16GB Wi-Fi + 4G iPad (which carries a price tag of $630) and slightly more for the 32GB model. Previous versions of iPads carried a BOM of $270 and $276 respectively.
Facebook, Lawmakers Warn Employers not to Demand Passwords
Facebook and lawmakers have warned employers against requesting Facebook passwords while screening job applicants, a controversial practice that underscores the blurring distinction between personal and professional lives the era of social media.
Samsung Sees Smartphones Leading Africa Growth
Samsung Electronics Co aims to double its share of the sub-Saharan smartphone market to 20 percent by next year, as it focuses on affordable handsets, the head of its Africa business said on Thursday.
Microsoft: Windows Phone Will Outsell iPhone in China
No one denies that iPhone has become the single most popular smartphone in the world, but Microsoft is confident Windows phone will outsell iPhone in China - the world's largest smartphone market.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Image Leaked - Launch in April or May?
Samsung hasn't made any official announcement about the launch date of the highly anticipated Galaxy S3, but it hasn't stopped Android fans from speculating about its release date or features. The latest rumor, based on a leaked photo, is that Galaxy S3 will debut on May 22 but there are contrary reports that Samsung's flagship smartphone could be launched as early as April.
New iPad 3: 4G LTE Works as 'Speed Trap'
The new iPad scored a "record weekend" debut for Apple, mainly because of its stunning features such as 4G LTE and Retina Display, but those features also lead to disastrous results, including working as "speed trap."
Apple's New iPhone will Use Bigger 4.6-inch Display: Report
Apple Inc's new iPhone will have a sharper and bigger 4.6-inch "retina" display and is set to be launched around the second quarter, a South Korean media reported on Thursday.
Windows Phone Surpasses Symbian in Britain: Survey
Sales of smartphones with Microsoft Windows software have surpassed those using Nokia's old Symbian system in Britain, research showed on Tuesday, a sign of progress in Nokia's switch to Microsoft software.
HTC Unit Beats Close to Buying Music Service MOG: Source
Handset maker HTC Corp's Beats Electronics is close to buying the digital music subscription service MOG for an undisclosed sum, according to a person close to the talks.
Oracle Software Sales Rise Offsets Weak Hardware
Oracle Corp beat Wall Street's earnings estimates as new software sales came in at the high end of the company's forecast, offsetting a sharp drop in hardware revenue.
Apple's iPad Throws off much more Heat: Tests
Apple Inc's new iPad throws off a lot more heat than the previous version, lending weight to complaints on Internet forums that the hot-selling tablet computer could get uncomfortably warm after heavy use, an influential consumer watchdog found after running tests.
Windows 8 to Launch in October
Windows 8, the latest version of Microsoft operating system, will reportedly be completed by this summer and hit the market in October, according to Bloomberg.
HTC One V to Land on Virgin Mobile for $200 - Real or Rumor?
HTC One V, one of a trio of phones introduced by HTC at Mobile World Congress earlier this year, will reportedly land on Virgin Mobile with a price tag $200.
Apple Responds to New iPad's Overheating Issue
After the launch of the new iPad, there are some complaints about the overheating issue of the new iPad making round in the Internet for the past several days. Finally the tech giant has responded, via The Loop.
New iPad Sold 3 Million Units in First 4 Days After Launch
The stunning new iPad has become the "strongest iPad launch yet," selling 3 million units in the first four days after its launch, according to Apple.
Apple's Cook Finally Shares $98 Billion Cache
Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook, moving swiftly after taking over from late Silicon Valley icon Steve Jobs, fulfilled a longstanding desire of investors by initiating a quarterly dividend and share buyback that will pay out $45 billion over three years.
New iPad Posts Record Debut Weekend Sales
The new iPad hit the shelves last Friday, March 16, stirring a buzz among Apple fans worldwide. And people can't help wonder what's the debut sales number for the new iPad last week.
New iPad Hit the Market Worldwide: Apple Fans Reaction
The long-awaited new iPad finally hit the market worldwide on Friday, March 16, making Apple fans around the world go crazy.
iPhone 5 Release Date and Features: New iPad Gives Hints of Next iPhone
The highly expected new iPad release has not only brought praise and excitement, but also it has thrown some light on the next generation iPhone, ranging from the features to the name.
New iPad Hit the Shelves: Exchange your Old iPad for Apple Store Gift Card
The new iPad hit the shelves on Friday worldwide with exciting features, including Retina Display, 4G LTE, A5X chip and 5-megapixel Rear-Facing (iSight) camera. It's hard for Apple watchers to say no to the coveted tablet.
Microsoft Says Hacking Code could have Leaked
Microsoft's process for sharing information about security vulnerabilities in its products came under fire Friday after a roadmap for exploiting a severe, recently discovered flaw appeared on a hacking website in China.
