Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Technology
EU suspends copyright treaty ratification (AP)

22.02.2012 17:00   2 views   0 comments
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An internet rights activist wearing  a Darth Vader costume attends an anti-ACTA protest in downtown Ljubljana, Slovenia, Friday, Feb. 17, 2012.  Poland and Slovenia said Friday, February 17 they won't ratify an international copyright agreement that has infuriated Internet users, acknowledging misgivings about the deal. (AP Photo/Matej Leskovsek)AP - The European Commission, facing opposition in city streets, on the Internet and in the halls of parliament, has suspended efforts to ratify a new international anti-counterfeiting agreement, and instead will refer it to Europe's highest court to see whether it violates any fundamental EU rights.


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Google’s HUD glasses could be great for Android games (Appolicious)

22.02.2012 16:49   2 views   0 comments
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


Appolicious - There’s been a steady murmur around Google’s plans for a connected home, and that could be great for Android’s gaming platform. The latest leak comes from unnamed Google employees, telling The New York Times of the upcoming launch for a pair of Android-powered, augmented reality glasses. They’d resemble the Oakley Thumps, feature a heads-up display and support 3G and 4G connectivity. With a front-facing camera, GPS and a full range of movement sensors, these HUD glasses could really change the game for Android gamers. Read more »

T-Mobile asks FCC to block Verizon-cable deal (AP)

22.02.2012 16:31   2 views   0 comments
Tags: Mobile
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


AP - T-Mobile USA, which just had its acquisition by AT&T blocked by regulators, is urging the federal government to block another deal in the wireless world: Verizon's planned purchase of spectrum from cable companies for $3.9 billion. Read more »

EU suspends copyright treaty ratification (AP)

22.02.2012 16:27   2 views   0 comments
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


An internet rights activist wearing  a Darth Vader costume attends an anti-ACTA protest in downtown Ljubljana, Slovenia, Friday, Feb. 17, 2012.  Poland and Slovenia said Friday, February 17 they won't ratify an international copyright agreement that has infuriated Internet users, acknowledging misgivings about the deal. (AP Photo/Matej Leskovsek)AP - The European Commission, facing opposition in city streets, on the Internet and in the halls of parliament, has suspended efforts to ratify a new international anti-counterfeiting agreement, and instead will refer it to Europe's highest court to see whether it violates any fundamental EU rights.


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Microsoft hits Motorola, Google with EU complaint (AP)

22.02.2012 16:23   3 views   0 comments
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AP - Microsoft on Wednesday lodged a formal complaint with the European Union's competition regulator against Motorola Mobility and its soon-to-be owner Google, saying Motorola's aggressive enforcement of patent rights against rivals breaks competition rules. Read more »

T-Mobile asks FCC to block Verizon-cable deal (AP)

22.02.2012 16:11   3 views   0 comments
Tags: Mobile
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


AP - T-Mobile USA, which just had its acquisition by AT&T blocked by regulators, is urging the federal government to block another deal in the wireless world: Verizon's planned purchase spectrum from cable companies for $3.9 billion. Read more »

Microsoft lodges EU complaint against Motorola (AP)

22.02.2012 15:11   5 views   0 comments
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AP - Microsoft on Wednesday lodged a formal complaint with the European Union's competition regulator against Google's Motorola Mobility, saying the company's aggressive enforcement of patent rights against rivals breaks competition rules. Read more »

Microsoft lodges EU complaint against Motorola (AP)

22.02.2012 15:03   5 views   0 comments
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AP - Microsoft says it has lodged a formal complaint with the European Union's competition regulator against Google's Motorola Mobility. Read more »

Microsoft files E.U. complaint over Motorola Mobility (Reuters)

22.02.2012 14:55   5 views   0 comments
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Reuters - Microsoft called on EU antitrust regulators on Wednesday to investigate Motorola Mobility, saying the U.S. phone maker was trying to block sales of its Windows PCs, its Xbox game consoles and other products. Read more »

Fresh Android Apps for Feb. 22: Mosquito Repellent Sonic HD, Arel Wars, Airport City (Appolicious)

22.02.2012 14:47   5 views   0 comments
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Appolicious - No, it’s not too early to think about Spring. Plan ahead for better weather with Mosquito Repellent Sonic HD. For fun, download Arel Wars, a fantasy strategy game, and Airport City, for your next virtual career. Read more »

EU suspends copyright treaty ratification (AP)

22.02.2012 14:45   5 views   0 comments
Tags: European
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


AP - The European Commission, facing steep opposition, has suspended efforts to ratify a new international anti-counterfeiting agreement — instead referring it to Europe's highest court to see whether it violates any fundamental EU rights. Read more »

T-Mobile asks FCC to block Verizon-cable deal (AP)

22.02.2012 14:43   4 views   0 comments
Tags: Mobile
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


AP - T-Mobile USA, which just had its acquisition by AT&T blocked by regulators, is now urging the federal government to block another deal in the wireless world: Verizon's planned purchase spectrum from cable companies for $3.6 billion. Read more »

Fresh iPhone Apps for Feb. 22: WinZip, Skyrim Map, Hyper Snake, Starfighter Overkill (Appolicious)

22.02.2012 14:22   4 views   0 comments
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


Appolicious - Make your iPhone or iPad a little more of a work device with today’s leading Fresh App, WinZip. The zip-file reader is much the same as its well-known PC counterpart and allows you to manipulate, unzip and use files just as you might on your computer. It’s followed by an official map app for the popular role-playing title The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, which is just packed with information that’s useful for players. ... Read more »

Company sues Apple over iPad name in Shanghai (AP)

22.02.2012 13:37   5 views   0 comments
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A security guard tries to stop photographing the lawyers walking in a court house Wednesday Feb. 22, 2012 in Shanghai, China. The lawyer for a Chinese company suing Apple Inc. in China over its use of the iPad trademark indicated Tuesday that his client would be willing to discuss a settlement. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)AP - Apple Inc. defended its right to use the iPad trademark in China in a heated court hearing Wednesday that pitted the electronics giant against a struggling Chinese electronics company that denies having sold the mainland China rights to the popular tablet computer's name.


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Is there ever a ‘best time’ to upgrade your Android smartphone? (Appolicious)

22.02.2012 13:30   4 views   0 comments
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


Appolicious - After two years with my trusty Droid Incredible on Verizon, I’m finally eligible to upgrade (at a reasonable cost) my Android smartphone. Exciting news perhaps, but is now a good time to do so? Many people will upgrade as soon as they can, especially if there is a better device out there or if their current one is ailing. Others prefer to wait a while and test the waters a bit. While you you can’t wait forever, here are a few things I’ve learned over the past few months that might help other people facing a situation like mine. Read more »

Costumes, beads give way to ashes in New Orleans (AP)

22.02.2012 13:21   4 views   0 comments
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Riders in the Mardi Gras parade make their way to their float in the staging area of the parade in New Orleans, Monday, Feb. 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)AP - Officers on horseback cleared Bourbon Street early Wednesday, declaring an end to Carnival 2012 in New Orleans as Mardi Gras revelers began to prepare for the beginning of Lent, the period of fasting and repentance before Easter.


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Nokia's wintery teaser video hints a new camera phone will be coming at MWC (Digital Trends)

22.02.2012 12:11   5 views   0 comments
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Digital Trends - If you’re wondering why there has been such a proliferation of phone news recently, it’s because Mobile World Congress opens its doors on 27 February in Barcelona, and most major manufacturers will be there with some exciting new products. Read more »

Nokia to unveil cheaper Windows smartphone: sources (Reuters)

22.02.2012 12:00   6 views   0 comments
Tags: Photo, Windows
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


Reuters - Nokia will next week unveil a new, cheaper smartphone using Microsoft's Windows Phone software, targeting a wider market for its new range of smartphones, two sources close to the company said. Read more »

Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom released on bail (AP)

22.02.2012 11:18   8 views   0 comments
Tags: Sarah, NAIA, LAST, CORK
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


ADD NAME IN THE SECOND SENTENCE - Kim Dotcom, the founder of the file-sharing website Megaupload, walks past media after he was granted bail and released on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012, in Auckland, New Zealand. Kim was granted bail and released on Wednesday after a New Zealand judge determined that authorities have seized any funds he might have used to flee the country. (AP Photo/New Zealand Herald, Sarah Ivey) NEW ZEALAND OUT, AUSTRALIA OUTAP - The founder of the file-sharing website Megaupload was released on bail Wednesday after a New Zealand judge decided Kim Dotcom lacked means to flee because his funds had been seized.


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Company sues Apple over iPad name in Shanghai (AP)

22.02.2012 10:26   8 views   0 comments
From: us.rd.yahoo.com


A security guard tries to stop photographing the lawyers walking in a court house Wednesday Feb. 22, 2012 in Shanghai, China. The lawyer for a Chinese company suing Apple Inc. in China over its use of the iPad trademark indicated Tuesday that his client would be willing to discuss a settlement. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)AP - Apple defended its right to use the iPad trademark in China in a heated court hearing Wednesday that pitted the electronics giant against a struggling company that denies it sold the mainland China rights to the tablet's name.


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