Trend Micro Advises Against Cybercriminals Capitalizing on Windows 8's Popularity
Trend Micro has discovered some sites which are offering their own dubious version of free 'Windows 8 Activator' upgrade. With the adoption rate of Windows 8 increasing by more than 30% in January 2013, cybercriminals are hoping to ride on Windows 8's popularity.
Pinterest to Secure More Funding, Company Valued at US$2 Billion
Popular photo sharing site Pinterest is reportedly in talks for a fresh round of funding that would value the company at about US$2 billion.
It's Official - Dell is Going Private with Microsoft's $2 Billion Loan
Recent talks of Dell going private turned out to be true after all with Dell entering into an agreement to be purchased back for US$24.4 billion by Dell's founder and CEO, Michael Dell in partnership with private equity firm Silver Lake, and with assistance from Microsoft and a few financing institutions.
Google Working on New Unified Messaging Platform?
There's a Chrome OS screenshot posted by a developer showing a new messaging service from Google. There's no official word on what it really is, but it contains notifications from at least three different Google services, which would qualify it as a unified messaging system.
Google's Chromebook in 2000 Schools Worldwide
Google's Chromebook might not be available in Singapore yet, but it's slowly gaining traction in the education industry. It's now present in 2000 schools globally, which is double the number of schools with Chromebooks 3 months ago.
Google Glasses to be Integrated with Bonephone Technology?
According to new papers filed with the FCC, Google Glass may come equipped with bone conduction technology for delivering audio for the user. In its filing, Google mentions a vibrating element which will be responsible for rendering audio while video plays.
New Keyboard App Fleksy Guarantees Accurate Blind Typing
New keyboard app Fleksy claims to have an autocorrect system that's so accurate that even blind users can type fast and accurately. Extreme mobile typists can even type without the keyboard being visible for maximum convenience.
Google Maps Lets You Tour the Grand Canyon at Your Convenience
The first ever Street View Trekker expedition brings panoramic imagery of the Grand Canyon to you, encompassing more than 75 miles of trails and surrounding roads, making the map of this area even more comprehensive, accurate, and easier to use than before.
RIM Changes Its Name to BlackBerry
RIM (Research In Motion) announced that it has changed its name to "BlackBerry" with immediate effect.
Dropbox Will Focus More on Content Rather Than Files
Dropbox recently gave a preview on what to expect from its service in 2013. The new features shown, will place emphasis on how a user's content will be displayed. This signals Dropbox's desire of being more than just a storage locker in the cloud.
Hacker Geohot Releasing New Photo App Named Reactions
Hacker geohot, AKA George Hotz, best known for hacking the iPhone and PlayStation 3, has developed a new photo sharing app that utilizes both the front and back cameras to capture both the subject and your reaction.
Philips Withdraws from Consumer Electronics Market
Philips has announced that they will be bowing out from the Consumer Electronics market. The business will be sold to Japanese company Funai Electric, and Philips will be focusing on the highly competitive medical equipment sector.
Apple Successfully Trademarks Design of Its Retail Stores
After two previous unsuccessful attempts, Apple has finally filed a trademark claim with the U.S. patent office on the design of its signature minimalist retail stores.
China May Lift Video Game Console Ban After 13 Years
China might be removing its ban on gaming consoles, which started in 2000. This could be good news for gaming console vendors who are having difficulty getting into China's vast market officially.
Acer Sees Little Success in Windows, Looks to Google and Chrome
Acer President Jim Wong is disappointed with Windows 8, and says his company must look beyond Microsoft and build its smartphone portfolio if it is to succeed.
Kindle Fire Rules Android Tablet Market in the U.S.
According to app analytics company Localytics for Android devices, the U.S. accounts for 59 percent of Google's tablet market. Furthermore, one out of three Android tablets in the US is the Kindle Fire from Amazon.
Google+ Surpasses Twitter as Second Most Popular Social Network
In the final quarter of 2012, Google+ became the second most popular social media on the Internet, just slightly behind Facebook. In third place was Youtube, another Google product, while Twitter was in fourth place.
Unlocking Your Smartphone is Now Illegal in the U.S.
The U.S. Library of Congress has just passed a new law which makes it illegal for anyone to unlock a smartphone, with first time offenders subject to fines of up to US$500,000, imprisonment for five years, or both.
Lenovo Looking to Acquire RIM?
Lenovo has commented that it is currently "assessing potential acquisition targets and strategic alliances", including one with RIM as part of a strategy to boost its smartphone business.
Belkin Buys Linksys from Cisco
Cisco appears to be moving away from the consumer market and is looking for a buyer for Linksys. Belkin's purchase of Linksys is expected to be completed in March 2013 for an as of yet undisclosed amount.
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