Browser ballot leads EU to drop Microsoft antitrust case
Microsoft's Windows browser ballot proved to be enough for the European Union to drop its antitrust case against the Redmond, Wash., software giant.
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Google 'Nexus One' pictured, rumored coming to T-Mobile [u]
While reports suggest Google will independently sell its new "Nexus One" phone contract-free, U.S. carrier T-Mobile is rumored to also offer the new handset.
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AT&T warns of coming clamp-down on iPhone data hogs
Users who consume more than their fair share of bandwidth on AT&T's wireless network could have a higher monthly bill in the future, one company executive said Wednesday.
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Apple sold estimated 60,000 iPhones in South Korean launch
In its first day of availability at the end of November, the iPhone sold an estimated 60,000 units in South Korea, giving Apple one successful Asian debut.
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Apple's iPhone predicted to find home at T-Mobile U.S. in 2010
While rumors of a possible Verizon-compatible iPhone in 2010 persist, one analyst has predicted that Apple will instead bring the iPhone to another GSM-based carrier in the U.S.: T-Mobile.
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Google Phone reports continue; Apple rejects Motorola Droid app
Another report claims that a Google-branded phone will arrive soon, and an application that served as a promotional tool for the Motorola Droid was rejected by Apple for distribution in the iPhone App Store.
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Rival publishers rumored to align for iTunes-like magazine store
Time Inc., Condé Nast and Hearst are rumored to be among a number of competing publishers that will come together and create an iTunes-style digital store for selling magazines on devices like Apple's iPhone and rumored tablet.
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End of iPhone exclusivity means boosted sales in Europe
As exclusive contracts for the iPhone begin to expire throughout Europe, sales of Apple's handset have increased dramatically thanks to expansion to multiple carriers.
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China Unicom expects 10% of 3G users on iPhone in 3 years
Despite a slow sales start, Apple's wireless carrier in China has high expectations for the iPhone, with the company anticipating the handset will carry 10 percent of China's 3G users within three years.
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iPhone approved in South Korea; China Mobile talks continue
Apple is set to launch the iPhone in South Korea this month after earning approval from the nation's telecommunications director Wednesday; and talks with carrier China Mobile remain ongoing.
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OnLive cloud gaming service demonstrated on Apple's iPhone
OnLive, the Internet-based interactive streaming service hyped as "the future of video games," is also capable of running on mobile devices such as Apple's iPhone, the company has claimed.
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Apple's next-gen iPhone power amp; NASA chemical sensor app
Apple has reportedly selected a new power amplifier supplier for a new, forthcoming model of the iPhone; and a NASA scientist has used the iPhone to create a chemical sensor.
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Microsoft official admits Windows 7 design inspired by Mac OS X
When it looked to redesign its dominant operating system after the struggles of Windows Vista, Microsoft reportedly turned to Apple's Mac OS X for the "look and feel" of Windows 7.
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'Art project' video game attacks Apple Mac machines
A 1980s-style video game attacks the Mac platform, deleting users' files as they progress through the level and shoot enemies. While its creator clearly warns of the consequences, the software has been labeled a Trojan horse.
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Apple pitches $30-a-month iTunes TV subscriptions - report
Apple has reportedly reached out to TV networks in recent weeks with a proposed $30-per-month subscription plan to deliver content via iTunes — a service it hopes to launch in early 2010.
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Flash playback issues reported on Apple's new 27-inch iMacs
Some users of the new 27-inch iMac have expressed issues with the hardware, specifically stuttering when playing back Flash content on Apple's new desktop system.
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Apple to extend full health benefits to its part-time employees
Starting in January 2010, part-time Apple employees who have been with the company for one year will receive full medical insurance coverage, as part of their compensation.
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Study suggests $600 mass-market sweet spot for Apple tablet
While most Mac users would have no problem paying more than $600 for Apple's long-rumored tablet, most PC users would not consider hardware above that price, a new study suggests.
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Mossberg: Apple's iMac, MacBook 'evolutionary, not revolutionary'
In his reviews of the latest MacBook and iMac upgrades from Apple, Walt Mossberg has recommended both hardware redesigns, calling them better and brighter.
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Apple's Steve Jobs tops list of teens' most admired entrepreneurs
More evidence of Apple's influence within young America was discovered in a new survey, which found company co-founder Steve Jobs to be the most admired entrepreneur among teens and tweens.
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Intel suit halts development of future Nvidia chipsets
Nvidia, the maker of Intel-compatible chipsets for Apple's line of Macs, has announced it will cease development of future hardware until its suit with Intel is settled sometime in 2010.
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Apple launches online Brazil store; Canadian carriers confirmed
Apple has launched its regionalized online store for customers in Brazil; and Canadian wireless providers Bell and Telus have confirmed they will offer the iPhone next month.
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Psystar sells Snow Leopard virtualization to third-parties
In spite of an ongoing legal dispute with Apple, clone Mac maker Psystar Monday announced plans to license its virtualization technology for Mac OS X to third-party hardware vendors.
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Apple Genius says dropped AT&T calls in NYC 'consistent'
A man who took his iPhone 3G in to a New York City Apple Store because of a large number of dropped calls was allegedly told that a 30 percent failure rate is average for a local AT&T customer.
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Apple unveils new licensing program for education
Apple has changed its licensing program for educational institutions, shifting to the purchase of annual coverage to keep software up to date for schools.
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