US congressmen inquire about iOS privacy with Apple, 33 developers

Apple along with 33 other companies that develop applications for the iOS App Store have been asked by a pair of U.S. congressmen about their information collection and use practices.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 11

Apple CEO Tim Cook says Facebook is a 'friend,' won't commit to dividend

Investors at Thursday's Apple shareholder meeting had the opportunity to ask the company's executives about a range of topics, including the prospect of an Apple television set, a stock dividend, and its relationship with Facebook.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 36

Apple confirms plans for 'green' data center in Oregon

Apple confirmed on Tuesday plans to build a "green" data center in Prineville, Oregon on a 160-acre plot of land that it purchased for $5.6 million.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 13

Facebook IPO filing expected within weeks, could reach $100B valuation

Facebook is making plans to file papers for an initial public offering as early as next week with a valuation that is expected to range between $75 and $100 billion, a new report claims.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 67

iOS 5.1 beta 3 hints Apple is planning deep Facebook integration

Evidence that Apple is building system-wide iPhone and iPad integration with Facebook, like it already does with Twitter, has been found in the latest beta of iOS 5.1.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 78

FTC reportedly adding Google+ to antitrust investigation amid search controversy

In the wake of a recent controversy surrounding Google's decision to feature Google+ content in its search results, the company will face scrutiny of its social networking service from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission as part of an antitrust probe, a new report claims.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 23

Apple may build data center near Facebook, Google operations in Oregon

Apple may join Amazon, Facebook and Google in having a large data center operating in Prineville, Oregon, if it follows through on plans to build the new facility.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 72

Facebook's Zuckerberg says he was coached by Steve Jobs

Social networking guru Mark Zuckerberg says that Steve Jobs coached him on building Facebook, from company focus to choosing the right management team.

Mikey Campbell 14 years ago 27

Sony wants 'Social Network' scribe to pen Steve Jobs movie

Aaron Sorkin, the screenwriter who won an Academy Award for his work on the film The Social Network, is reportedly being pursued to script a movie on the life of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 83

Facebook launches official app for Apple's iPad on App Store

Facebook Monday afternoon revealed it is set to launch its long-awaited official application for the iPad, as a free download on Apple's App Store.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 22

Facebook for iPad app may launch at Apple’s Oct. iPhone 5 event – report

Facebook's highly-anticipated iPad application is reportedly set to launch at Apple’s upcoming iPhone 5 media event after being delayed because of negotiations between the two companies.

Chris Smith 14 years ago 26

Facebook, Twitter integration spreads to all of Apple's online store

Links to share products on social networking sites Facebook and Twitter are now available for all items sold in Apple's online store, including third-party products.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 21

Facebook blocks access to its hidden, unreleased iPad application

While a simple hack temporarily allowed users to preview what is expected to be Facebook's official iPad application, the social networking site has since blocked users from logging in with the unreleased software.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 12

Facebook for iPad discovered hidden in existing iPhone app

Facebook's official native iPad application, rumored to be released soon, has been discovered hidden inside of the currently available iPhone-only software on the App Store.

Slash Lane 14 years ago 28

Facebook, Skype team up for video calling to compete with Apple's FaceTime

Facebook announced on Wednesday that it is partnering with Skype to bring video calling to the social networking service, a feature that will compete with Apple's own FaceTime.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 67

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