Iphone Ranked Number One for Traffic Share in Mobile OS: Study

According to the Mobile Metrics Report by mobile advertising firm AdMob, Apple and Google dominate as a platform in the smartphone market. If you make a comparison for Smartphone Platform traffic in USA, the traffic share of iPhone has dropped from almost 70% in April 09 to approx 45% in Feb 10, but …. Source  : Iphone Ranked Number One for Traffic Share in Mobile OS: Study.

UK politicians’’social media reputation’ assessed through Facebook, Twitter

LONDON – A rating for British party leaders’ online popularity has been made available with the use of social networking websites such as Twitter and Facebook.

MPs and candidates were said to be turning to the popular social forums as part of their campaign to test the political waters.
And one … Read this article on Gaea Times at : UK politicians’ ’social media reputation’ assessed through Facebook, Twitter.

China’s Geely inks binding deal to buy Sweden’s Volvo Cars from Ford for $1.8 billion

Geely to buy Volvo from Ford for $1.8 billion

STOCKHOLM – Zhejiang Geely Holding Group signed a binding deal Sunday to buy Ford Motor Co.’s Volvo Cars unit for $1.8 billion, representing a coup for the independent Chinese automaker which is aiming to expand in Europe.
The purchase gives Geely a European luxury car brand with a … Read more >>>.

Summary Box: Apps to curb texting while driving have tough task

Summary Box: Apps to curb texting while driving

WHAT’S HAPPENING: Startups are trying to help drivers break the texting habit with applications that block phone functions in a moving car.
THE PROBLEM: It’s tough to create a comprehensive system, because the phones have a hard time distinguishing drivers from passengers, and the apps don’t work on all …. Source article  : Summary Box: Apps to curb texting while driving have tough task.

Applications to curb texting while driving, with different approaches

Examples of apps to curb texting while driving
Some services that aim to curb distractions from phones used while driving:
- Cellcontrol: This service from ObdEdge LLC uses a $60 device that plugs into the car’s onboard diagnostics port, which is usually under the steering wheel. A separate application for the driver’s phone costs $25 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Apps to curb texting while driving have tough task, uncertain approach

Apps to curb texting while driving have tough task
NEW YORK – Cars use lights, bells and buzzers to remind drivers to fasten their seat belts as they start their engines.
It would seem natural, then, to offer motorists friendly, yet stern warnings about another bad habit: holding a cell phone while driving, whether for … Original source on Gaea Times at : Apps to curb texting while driving have tough task, uncertain approach.

Legislation setting new regulations on Connecticut call centers clears first hurdle

Conn. legislative committee OKs call center rules

HARTFORD, Conn. – Trying to halt telecommunications job losses in Connecticut, unions and their allies in the General Assembly have cleared a first hurdle for legislation setting new rules for how companies’ call centers are staffed.
The legislation overcame opposition from telephone companies that denounced it as an attempt to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Legislation setting new regulations on Connecticut call centers clears first hurdle.

A Software Bug may Kill You

In 1991, during the Gulf war, American Patriot missile was deployed to combat Iraqi scud missile. In one of the incident, Patriot missile missed the Scud and that resulted the death of 28 American soldiers and 100 others got injured. There was an arithmetic error during calculation which resulted inaccurate calculation since Boot.

In 1996, … Original source on Gaea Times at : A Software Bug may Kill You.

Kaspersky Antivirus Proves Its Mettle

MOSCOW (GaeaTimes.com)- There was a time the PC users had very little choice in selecting their system security suites and the applications often slowed down their machines to a large extent. However, with the advancement of technology, they have got many choices nowadays. The users who are looking for a hassle free and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kaspersky Antivirus Proves Its Mettle.

Apple to Introduce Two New iPhone

Apple is working two new CDMA iPhones and one of them is supposed to be introduced in the market this summer. Carriers other than AT & T will be able to sell the gadget. The wireless network CDMA is used by the companies like Verizon and Sprint. But, AT & T and most of …. Source  : Apple to Introduce Two New iPhone.

IBM spent $1.1 million on lobbying in 4Q; ’smart’ grids and cybersecurity noted

IBM spent $1.1 million on lobbying in 4Q
WASHINGTON – IBM Corp. spent $1.1 million on lobbying Congress and other government agencies in the fourth quarter, slightly more than what the technology company spent in the same quarter last year.
One focus of IBM’s lobbying has been on legislation surrounding the rollout of “smart” power … Read this article on Gaea Times at : IBM spent $1.1 million on lobbying in 4Q; ’smart’ grids and cybersecurity noted.

Intel spent $1M on lobbying in 4Q; broadband Internet a focus

Intel spent $1M on lobbying in 4Q
WASHINGTON – Intel Corp. spent $1.0 million on lobbying in the last three months of 2009, nearly double the amount the computer chip maker spent in the same period the year before.

Intel’s spending ramped up as high-speed Internet deployment has become a bigger issue for politicians and technology companies.
The …. Source  : Intel spent $1M on lobbying in 4Q; broadband Internet a focus.

Oracle spent $1.05M lobbying in last quarter of 2009, slightly above 2008

Oracle spent $1.05M lobbying in last 2009 quarter
WASHINGTON – Oracle Corp. spent $1.05 million on lobbying in the last three months of 2009, advocating on issues including antitrust delays in Europe to its $7.4 billion acquisition of Sun Microsystems.
The company’s latest lobbying-disclosure form filed with the House clerk’s office shows that Oracle, the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Oracle spent $1.05M lobbying in last quarter of 2009, slightly above 2008.

Google CEO’s 2009 compensation package drops 52 percent to $245,322 as company curbs perks

Google CEO’s compensation for 2009 falls 52 pct
SAN FRANCISCO – The total compensation of Google Inc. CEO Eric Schmidt fell 52 percent last year as the Internet search leader cut back on its employee perquisites to help lift its profits during the recession.
Schmidt’s 2009 package totaled $245,322, down from $508,764 in … Original source on Gaea Times at : Google CEO’s 2009 compensation package drops 52 percent to $245,322 as company curbs perks.

Report says Apple working on 2 new iPhones, 1 aimed at Verizon Wireless

Report: Apple working on Verizon iPhone
NEW YORK – The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Apple may be working on an iPhone designed for Verizon Wireless.
Currently AT&T Inc. is the only U.S. phone company that carries the iPhone.
Citing unnamed sources, The Journal said Monday that Apple Inc. is planning to debut a new …. Original article  : Report says Apple working on 2 new iPhones, 1 aimed at Verizon Wireless.

Allegheny Technologies to take $5 million health care charge in 1st quarter

Allegheny Tech to take $5M health care charge

PITTSBURGH – Metals processor Allegheny Technologies Inc. said Monday that it plans to take a $5 million non-cash charge in the first quarter related to the health care overhaul legislation.
Under the new law, companies will have to start paying taxes on a government subsidy they receive for providing … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Allegheny Technologies to take $5 million health care charge in 1st quarter.

Summary Box: IPad may be Kindle’s first big threat and complicate choices for consumers

Summary Box: IPad could be big threat to Kindle

WAR OF WORDS: Amazon’s Kindle might get its strongest challenger yet when Apple releases its iPad tablet computer. Although the Kindle starts at $259 and the iPad at $499, the iPad does so many other things that people who want to read books electronically might have a … Read more »»».

Palin goes to Facebook to take on ‘politically correct language police’

Palin takes on ‘language police’
JUNEAU, Alaska – Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has some harsh words for what she calls the “politically correct language police.”
The 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate made a Facebook post in which she compared the NCAA tournament to a “heated, competitive primary election.” Then she went on to use …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bank of America to install Cisco’s ‘TelePresence’ videoconferencing gear

Bank of America to use Cisco’s videoconferencing

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Bank of America Corp. said on Monday it has agreed to deploy the largest existing network of Cisco Systems Inc.’s “TelePresence” videoconferencing equipment, which provides the illusion of face-to-face meetings.
Bank of America said it will install an initial 200 units across its global operations by year’s …. Read the original article  : here.

At a glance, pros and cons for reading electronic books on the Kindle and the iPad

E-book advantages on the Kindle and the iPad
If you’re choosing between a Kindle or an iPad for reading electronic books, you might keep in mind some advantages of both products.
Kindle:
- Lower price. ($259)
- Light weight. (10.2 ounces. The iPad is 1.5 pounds.)
- Can wirelessly download books any time, anywhere from Amazon’s Kindle …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : At a glance, pros and cons for reading electronic books on the Kindle and the iPad.

IPad may be Kindle’s first big threat; Amazon leans on ability to sell books on many devices

IPad could be Kindle’s first big threat in e-books
SAN FRANCISCO – Amazon.com, which has dominated the young but fast-growing electronic book market for the past few years with the Kindle, could get its biggest threat Saturday, when Apple releases its iPad multimedia tablet.
The Kindle starts at $259 and is designed mainly for reading … Original source on Gaea Times at : IPad may be Kindle’s first big threat; Amazon leans on ability to sell books on many devices.

Primerica among 4 IPOs scheduled this week as market appears positioned for a comeback

Primerica among 4 IPOs scheduled this week

NEW YORK – Citigroup Inc.’s spinoff of its Primerica Inc. unit, a commission-based network of independent sales representatives selling life insurance and investment products, is one of four companies expected to go public this week as the market for initial public offerings appears positioned for a comeback.
Analysts are optimistic … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Primerica among 4 IPOs scheduled this week as market appears positioned for a comeback.

Review: Nintendo DSi XL is great for anyone who’s tired of squinting

Review: Nintendo DSi XL is easy on the eyes

Over the last few years, Nintendo has discovered a whole new market for video games: seniors. Not a demographic that’s known for welcoming new technology, the senior-citizen crowd has nonetheless embraced the Wii console, with its intuitive controls and easy-to-understand interface.
Nintendo’s new portable system, the DSi XL, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Review: Nintendo DSi XL is great for anyone who’s tired of squinting.

Harris to provide radio equipment in $74 million defense contract

Harris wins $74 million defense contract
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Harris Corp., a communications and information technology company, said Monday it has received $74 million in new orders from the military.

Harris said it will provide handheld radio systems to the U.S. Department of Defense for use in all-terrain vehicles. The contract is an add-on to a $119 … Read : Harris to provide radio equipment in $74 million defense contract.

Pakistan court maintains restrictions on scientist accused of nuke leaks

Pakistan court maintains curbs on AQ Khan
LAHORE, Pakistan – A Pakistani court Monday maintained restrictions on a nuclear scientist who allegedly leaked atomic weapons secrets to Iran, North Korea and Libya.

The case of A.Q. Khan is being watched closely in the United States and other Western nations because they fear he may be a proliferation …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Ericsson gets $1.3B deal in India to expand and upgrade Bharti Airtel networks

Ericsson gets $1.3B network deal in India
STOCKHOLM – Swedish wireless equipment maker L.M. Ericsson AB says it has received a deal worth $1.3 billion from India’s largest telecommunications operator, Bharti Airtel Ltd., to expand and upgrade its networks.

Ericsson says the expansion will help Airtel to put a converged network into place and expand its coverage … Original article on : Ericsson gets $1.3B deal in India to expand and upgrade Bharti Airtel networks.

Google: Online attacks aimed at opponents of sensitive Vietnam mine project

Google: Critics of Vietnam mine face online attack
HANOI, Vietnam – Google Inc. says malicious software has been used to spy on Vietnamese computer users opposed to a controversial bauxite mine in the Southeast Asian country. Computer security firm McAfee said the perpetrators may be linked to the communist government.
The “malware” has … Read : Google: Online attacks aimed at opponents of sensitive Vietnam mine project.

Inventors of Post-it notes and GPS, 14 others, to be inducted into Inventors Hall of Fame

Significant inventors inducted into hall of fame

WASHINGTON – The inventors of Post-it notes and the technologies that led to video games, modern scuba diving equipment and GPS technology are among the 16 new members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
The 2010 honorees will be inducted Wednesday afternoon at the Commerce Department. Previous members include … Read more : Inventors of Post-it notes and GPS, 14 others, to be inducted into Inventors Hall of Fame.

Utah jury decides ownership battle for Unix computer systems in favor of Novell Inc.

Utah jury decides Unix battle in favor of Novell
SALT LAKE CITY – Novell Inc. never sold ownership rights to Unix computer software code when it allowed another company to take over the servicing of the venerable server operating system used by large corporations, a jury in Utah decided Tuesday.
The verdict was a … Read more : Utah jury decides ownership battle for Unix computer systems in favor of Novell Inc..

Guillen and White Sox eager for season, would like to put Twitter tussle behind them

White Sox spring included tweeting tussle
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Ozzie Guillen just had to point out what a nice job his hair stylist did and how cool his new shades are.
As news goes, that barely registered.
The Chicago White Sox’s manager is simply providing glimpses into his personal life through his Twitter account, and if …. Source article  : Guillen and White Sox eager for season, would like to put Twitter tussle behind them.

Foreign reporters in China say Yahoo accounts were hacked in country’s latest Internet trouble

Journalists in China say Yahoo accounts hacked
BEIJING – Yahoo e-mail accounts belonging to foreign journalists appeared to have been hacked and Google’s Chinese search engine was intermittently blocked Tuesday, the latest troubles in China’s heavily censored Internet market.
The Yahoo Inc. accounts of at least three journalists and an analyst became inaccessible over …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

IBM to help US Federal Aviation Administration with computer network security

IBM to help aviation agency with computer security
WASHINGTON – IBM Corp. said Tuesday that it is working with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to build an improved security system for the agency’s computer networks.
The company said its technology will allow the agency to make better use of the data flowing though its networks …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IBM to help US Federal Aviation Administration with computer network security.

Avago Technologies sues STMicroelectronics over optical mouse patents

Avago Technologies sues STMicroelectronics

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Avago Technologies said Tuesday that it has filed a lawsuit against STMicroelectronics NV, one of the world’s top analog chip makers, alleging infringement of four patents covering optical navigation technology.
The lawsuit was filed March 15 in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.
Avago’s general counsel, Patricia … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Avago Technologies sues STMicroelectronics over optical mouse patents.

Facebook scrapping ‘become a fan’ concept in favor of asking people whether they ‘like’ brands

Facebook to nix ‘become a fan of’ for ‘like’
NEW YORK – Facebook is about to change the way it asks its users to connect to brands and celebrities on the site. Rather than ask people to “become a fan” of say, Starbucks or Lady Gaga, Facebook will instead let users click [..] Read the original article: here.

Now You can Use Eye Movements to Play Computer Games

The students, from Imperial College London (ICL) invented an open source Computer Game called “Pong” that can be played by the movements of eye. A player needs his eye to move a bat to play a ball while it bounces around the screen. If you want to play the game, you have to wear … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Now You can Use Eye Movements to Play Computer Games.

Neutral Tandem shares fall after patent setback; Oppenheimer cuts stock rating

Neutral Tandem shares fall after patent setback

NEW YORK – Shares of communications company Neutral Tandem stumbled Tuesday after a setback in an ongoing patent dispute.
Neutral Tandem’s technology connects different phone companies so that a call from one can be accepted by another. Its privately held rival Peerless Network LLC announced Monday that the U.S. Patent …. Original source  : Neutral Tandem shares fall after patent setback; Oppenheimer cuts stock rating.

Apple shares hit another all-time high after report that an iPhone on Verizon Wireless is near

Verizon report sends Apple shares to all-time high
SEATTLE – Apple Inc. shares reached an all-time high Tuesday after a newspaper report said the iPhone could find a new U.S. sales outlet through Verizon Wireless.
Since its 2007 launch, the iPhone has been available in the U.S. only to subscribers of AT&T Inc., which … Read more »»».

Top 10 iPhone Hacks You Never Knew

As they say “you have an iPhone app for everything you can think of”, still there’s much that the smartphone can’t do. While we are not unsatisfied with iPhone, its inherently that we keep craving for more. Most of you would love to see your iPhone perform what it never does. It requires nimble … Read : Top 10 iPhone Hacks You Never Knew.

Infinity Ward Dismisses Bad Company Threat

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Robert Bowling of Infinity Ward has expressed his confidence that no game can hamper the position of the game COD: Modern Warfare 2 and he is not worried about any War FPS. Touted as the most promising game of the year for the console players, Modern Warfare 2 has already … Read : Infinity Ward Dismisses Bad Company Threat.

Apple iPhone HD Set For June Release

NEW YORK, (GaeaTimes.com)-Apple has been looking forward to drop in their flagship model iPhone Hd that has been making the news since the launch of iPhone 3gs when Steve Jobs had claimed something bigger & better than 3GS is about to unfold itself. People all around has been taking wild guess and a string of …. Source article  : Apple iPhone HD Set For June Release.

Minn.’s Pawlenty, potential GOP presidential candidate, to hold town hall meeting on Facebook

Minn.’s Pawlenty to hold town hall on Facebook
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, a potential Republican presidential candidate, is reaching out to supporters across the country with a town hall meeting on Facebook, one of the first of its kind.
Alex Conant, Pawlenty’s political spokesman, said the event Wednesday will feature the …. Read the original article  : Minn.’s Pawlenty, potential GOP presidential candidate, to hold town hall meeting on Facebook.

Yahoo News Ropes in Politico Reporter Michael Calderone

Why is yahoo.com getting hotter and hotter today? Starting with status update for Facebook on Yahoo.mail, the tech major has roped in Michael Calderone, the eminent Politico media reporter. Calderone will be leaving his media blog at WinTheMorning.com for a new role in Yahoo News. It’s hard to take that a site like news.yahoo.com [..] Read the original article: here.

Large Hadron Collider Test Successful

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND (GaeaTimes.com)- The attempts of the researchers and scientists involved with the CERN project to run the Large Hadron Collider to its maximum energy level hit a roadblock today after a power glitch was found in the gigantic underground particle accelerator. However, it was fixed later and the test turned out to be … Read more >>.

China’s Geely says costs of Volvo purchase goes well beyond the $1.8B to a planned $2.7B

China’s Geely to put $900 million more into Volvo

BEIJING – Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group expects to spend hundreds of millions of dollars beyond the $1.8 billion purchase price for Volvo Cars to make the Swedish car company profitable, Geely’s chairman said Tuesday.
Geely is projecting a total tab of $2.7 billion for its takeover … Read this article on Gaea Times at : China’s Geely says costs of Volvo purchase goes well beyond the $1.8B to a planned $2.7B.

SAS sees 1st quarter loss before tax of $138 mln, says conditions for rights issue are met

Airline SAS sees Q1 loss before tax of $138 mln

STOCKHOLM – Scandinavian airline group SAS AB says it expects a loss before tax of 1 billion kronor ($138 million) in the first quarter due to weak demand and negative effects from currency exchange rates.
The airline Tuesday said loss before tax for January and February was …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : SAS sees 1st quarter loss before tax of $138 mln, says conditions for rights issue are met.

India kicks off its new census billed as the world’s largest administrative exercise

India kicks off world’s biggest head count

NEW DELHI – India kicked off the national census of its billion-plus population Thursday with a 2.5 million strong army of census-takers fanning out across the country to conduct what has been billed the world’s largest administrative exercise.
The census, conducted every 10 years, has a new element this year … Read more : India kicks off its new census billed as the world’s largest administrative exercise.

Buy 43 iPads with the Price of Apple Lisa

The price of Apple Lisa was $9995 when it was introduced first in 1983. If you consider the inflation, it would cost $21,844.85 in today’s market. Today you can buy 43 iPads at $499 each with this amount of money. Considering the inflation today, iPad is less expensive than Apple I ($2,540.07), Macintosh … Read more »».

Micron reports second-consecutive quarterly profit after 3 years of losses

Micron swings to profit in second quarter
BOISE, Idaho – Micron Technology Inc. reported its second-consecutive quarterly profit, further rebounding after more than three years of losses.

The Boise-based semiconductor maker on Wednesday posted net income of $365 million, or 39 cents per share, in the quarter that ended March 4. It lost $763 million, or 99 … Original article on : Micron reports second-consecutive quarterly profit after 3 years of losses.

Electric-vehicle maker gets $22M federal grant to produce zero-emission trucks at KC plant

Mo. electric-vehicle maker gets $22M federal grant
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The U.S. Department of Energy is awarding a Kansas City maker of electric vehicles an additional $22 million to help with the development of zero-emission trucks and research their effectiveness.
After announcing the grant during a news conference Wednesday at Smith Electric Vehicles Corp.’s … Read more : Electric-vehicle maker gets $22M federal grant to produce zero-emission trucks at KC plant.

Research In Motion posts 4th-quarter profit, revenue as subscriber base grows

RIM: higher 4Q profit as subscriber base grows
TORONTO – BlackBerry phone maker Research In Motion Ltd. on Wednesday reported sharply higher earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter but its stock dropped because its revenue fell short of Wall Street expectations.
For the three months that ended Feb. 27, RIM earned $710 million, or …. Original source  : Research In Motion posts 4th-quarter profit, revenue as subscriber base grows.

Even before touching an iPad, Apple fans envision the holes it can fill in their digital lives

Sight unseen, fans hear ‘iPad’ and think ‘iWant’
SEATTLE – People who lined up to buy the first iPhone knew what they were paying hundreds of dollars for: a new cell phone that promised to be better. Apple Inc.’s newest gadget, the iPad tablet computer, falls into a category that’s foreign …. Source  : Even before touching an iPad, Apple fans envision the holes it can fill in their digital lives.

YouTube hopes to get users to watch more clips by simplifying video playback pages

YouTube video playback pages get a new look
SAN FRANCISCO – One of the most popular sites on the Web – YouTube – is getting a new look.
The video-sharing site owned by Google Inc. is trying to de-clutter its video playback page in an effort to drive people to watch more of its …. Read the original article  : YouTube hopes to get users to watch more clips by simplifying video playback pages.

Kleiner Perkins doubles fund investing in Apple’s mobile gadgets to cash in on iPad

Kleiner Perkins making big bet on Apple’s iPad
MENLO PARK, Calif. – One of Silicon Valley’s top venture capital firms is doubling its bet on Apple’s mobile gadgets in hopes of cashing in on the highly anticipated iPad.
Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers has added $100 million to an “iFund” that started with $100 million …. Read the original article  : here.

Where the censors still roam: Google under increasing pressure to edit content outside China

Google has censorship balancing act outside China
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. didn’t stop wrangling with censorship when the company moved its search engine out of mainland China to shed its restraints on what can be shown on the Internet.
Even in countries Google has no intention of leaving, the world’s Web search leader … Original source on Gaea Times at : Where the censors still roam: Google under increasing pressure to edit content outside China.

Google alleges Vietnam government cyberattacks targeting opponents of sensitive mine project

Google: Online attacks aimed at Vietnam’s critics
HANOI, Vietnam – Google Inc. accused Vietnam on Wednesday of stifling political dissent with cyberattacks, the latest complaint by the Internet giant against a communist regime following a public dispute with China over online censorship.
Like China, Vietnam tightly controls the flow of information and has said …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

SS&C Technologies shares jump after IPO prices at top of range, raising $160.9 million

SS&C Tech shares rise as IPO starts trading

NEW YORK – Shares of SS&C Technologies Holdings are rising in their IPO debut after the company raised $160.9 million.
The Windsor, Conn., company provides software and back-office services for the financial services sector. It follows two successful technology IPOs last week.
SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc. and its shareholders sold … Read more >>>.

Yahoo’s Email Account in China Was Hacked

According to a Beijing-based press association, the email accounts of foreign journalists in China and Taiwan got hacked. Recently, Google got into a row with Chinese authorities because Gmail accounts based China have been hacked. The Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China(FCCC)reported eight cases of hacking of Yahoo Email accounts in China. The company …. Original article  : Yahoo’s Email Account in China Was Hacked.

Shares of wireless network provider Meru Networks soar after IPO raises $65.8M

Meru Networks shares soar in IPO debut
NEW YORK – Shares of wireless network provider Meru Networks are soaring after the initial public offering priced at the top of its expected range, raising $65.8 million.

The Sunnyvale, Calif. company, founded in 2002, helps small- and mid-sized businesses connect to the Internet.
It follows two successful technology IPOs from …. Source  : Shares of wireless network provider Meru Networks soar after IPO raises $65.8M.

Sitcom ‘Modern Family’ and National Public Radio’s Web site among 2009 Peabody Award winners

Sitcom ‘Modern Family’ among 2009 Peabody winners

ATHENS, Ga. – The winners of the 2009 Peabody Awards include the ABC sitcom “Modern Family,” the BBC’s dramatic reconstruction “The Day that Lehman Died” and National Public Radio’s Web site.
The awards announced Wednesday at the University of Georgia recognize excellence in radio, television, cable and electronic media but … Read more »»».

How to View Online Google Maps in Offlinemode

Most of you use Google map or other online maps to search directions and locations. In order to use these free web mapping services you have to go online. However, what if you are on the go and the looking for a spot, with no internet access. This is where you need an application … Read this article on Gaea Times at : How to View Online Google Maps in Offlinemode.

Gov’t proposes banning commercial bus, truck drivers from texting behind the wheel

Gov’t: Ban texting at wheel by commercial drivers

WASHINGTON – The Transportation Department is proposing a ban on text messaging at the wheel by interstate commercial truck and bus drivers.
The plan would make permanent an interim ban announced in January by Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. It would apply to drivers of interstate buses and trucks over …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Cisco dropping Linksys name from new line of consumer Wi-Fi routers, inspired by Flip cameras

Cisco dropping Linksys brand from new routers

NEW YORK – Cisco Systems Inc. is trying to remove the techspeak from home Wi-Fi routers and make the equipment easier to install and set up.
On Wednesday, it’s introducing a new brand in consumer routers: “Cisco Valet.” It will be the first time it sells consumer routers without the …. Source article  : Cisco dropping Linksys name from new line of consumer Wi-Fi routers, inspired by Flip cameras.

How to Track Google Adsense Check via Bluedart in India and Get AdSense Check Re-issued

We had provided you some tips to fillip your Google AdSense earnings by category &Ad-filtering, but what if your check doesn’t reach you. Ever since Google has taken to BlueDart Courier for AdSense , it has become difficult to track status of the check through the reference number at BlueDart website. The Google support forum … Original source on Gaea Times at : How to Track Google Adsense Check via Bluedart in India and Get AdSense Check Re-issued.

“Miegakure”: The 4D Puzzle

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS (GaeaTimes.com)- If you thought 3D was the ultimate stop, think again. This time we have 4D offering which comes in the shape of a puzzle gaming platform called “Miegakure”. “Miegakure” puzzle is being developed upon the very idea of moving in a 3d environ that ultimately employs twists and turns to give it … Read more : “Miegakure”: The 4D Puzzle.

Google alleges that online attacks are aimed at opponents of sensitive Vietnam mine project

Google: Online attacks aimed at Vietnam critics
HANOI, Vietnam – Google Inc. says it has found another case of cyberattacks being used to suppress political dissent, this time to silence opponents of a Vietnamese mining project that involves a state-run Chinese company.
Computer security firm McAfee said the perpetrators may be linked [..] Read the original article: here.

Four Very Useful iPhone Apps

The following are some of the best applications available for iPhone users in accordance with their usefulness.

ATM Hunter: You can Find ATMs located around the world with your iPhone GPS by entering an address or an airport location from wherever you happen to be. This Free app can show you and your … Read more >>.

When money isn’t enough: Taiwanese offer elaborate paper Ferraris, iPhones to dead relatives

Taiwanese offer ancestors paper Ferraris, iPhones
TAIPEI, Taiwan – It seems that fake paper money is no longer good enough for the dead of Taiwan, where relatives traditionally burn make-believe cash to help ease the passage of their deceased loved ones through the byways of the netherworld.
Instead, many on this island of 23 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : When money isn’t enough: Taiwanese offer elaborate paper Ferraris, iPhones to dead relatives.

Sharp shows 3-D displays for mobile devices, which require no special glasses

Sharp shows 3-D displays for mobile devices
TOKYO – Sharp’s latest 3-D displays deliver bright, clear imagery without the cumbersome glasses usually required for such technology. Now the bad news: They only work on a 3-inch (7.5-centimeter) screen held one foot (30 centimeters) from the viewer’s face.
Sharp Corp. demonstrated liquid crystal screens Friday for … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Sharp shows 3-D displays for mobile devices, which require no special glasses.

After battlefield success, US maker of spy drones pushing sales to allies

Aircraft maker pushing exports of spy drones

TOKYO – The U.S.-made RQ-4 Global Hawk spy plane looks like an upside-down double-decker bus with wings, flies slowly, offers zero leg room – and is one of the most coveted pieces of military technology in the world.
Impressed by its successes in combat for the U.S. Air Force in … Read more »»».

Israeli tank-defense system could be sign of future in Western battle against insurgents

Israeli unveils tank-defense system of the future
HAIFA, Israel – On a dusty, wind-swept field overlooking the Mediterranean, a small team of researchers is putting the final touches on what Israel says is a major game changer in tank defense: a miniature anti-missile system that detects incoming projectiles and shoots them down before [..] Read the original article: here.

Why Does Google Say Topeka Today : Why Did Google Change to Topeka

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – The first day of April is the official prank day for Google. And guess what, Google changed its name to Topeka today. But don’t panic. The change is only for today so there is no possibility that you have to say ‘Just Topeka it’ anytime soon. However, there is a …. Original article  : Why Does Google Say Topeka Today : Why Did Google Change to Topeka.

Apple Reveals Many Apps for iPad

You can see different iPad apps at Apple iTune store before the release of the Tablet PC on this Saturday. According to Steve Jobs, you can take a quick preview of the iPad apps and learn how to use them. The listing of thousand apps belong to different categories ranging from entertainment and education …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Apple Reveals Many Apps for iPad.

Dr. Henry Edward Roberts, developer of early PC that inspired Microsoft, dies in Ga. at age 68

PC maker, inspiration for Microsoft dies in Ga.
ATLANTA – Dr. Henry Edward Roberts, a developer of an early personal computer that inspired Bill Gates to found Microsoft, died Thursday in Georgia. He was 68.
Roberts, whose build-it-yourself kit concentrated thousands of dollars worth of computer capability in an affordable package, inspired Bill …. Read the original article  : Dr. Henry Edward Roberts, developer of early PC that inspired Microsoft, dies in Ga. at age 68.

Verizon cuts Palm Pre, Pixi Plus prices, gives free Wi-Fi hotspot service with smart phones

Verizon cuts Palm Pre, Pixi Plus prices
SAN FRANCISCO – Verizon Wireless is cutting the prices for Palm’s Pre Plus and Pixi Plus smart phones and offering free access to a Wi-Fi service that lets the phones deliver Internet access to other kinds of devices – such as Apple’s iPad.
Palm Inc. has been … Original article on : Verizon cuts Palm Pre, Pixi Plus prices, gives free Wi-Fi hotspot service with smart phones.

Business software maker Qlik Technologies expects to raise $100 million in IPO

Qlik Tech expects to raise $100 million in IPO

NEW YORK – Business software maker Qlik Technologies Inc. expects to raise up to $100 million through an initial public offering, according to a securities filing made Thursday.
The company makes software that is designed to help businesses mine information on databases. It plans to use $6.9 million …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Business software maker Qlik Technologies expects to raise $100 million in IPO.

Henry Edward Roberts, who developed and marketed early personal computer, dies in Ga.

Developer of early personal computer dies in Ga.
ATLANTA – Dr. Henry Edward Roberts, the developer of an early personal computer that inspired Bill Gates to found Microsoft, died Thursday in Georgia. He was 68.
Son David Roberts tells The Associated Press his father died after several months battling pneumonia.
The man better known as Ed … Read more : Henry Edward Roberts, who developed and marketed early personal computer, dies in Ga..

iBiquity says more automakers to install HD radio, make the feature standard in more models

iBiquity says more automakers to offer HD radio
NEW YORK – IBiquity Digital Corp., a developer of high-definition radio, said Thursday that seven automakers have agreed to offer the technology in upcoming vehicles.
HD Radio allows AM and FM stations to broadcast their programs digitally instead of transmitting via analog signals. The technology allows for …. Read the original article  : iBiquity says more automakers to install HD radio, make the feature standard in more models.

Amazon strikes new e-book price deals with Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins

Amazon, publishers in new e-book price deals
SAN FRANCISCO – Amazon.com Inc. has reached new agreements with some publishers that had been fed up with the low prices Amazon charges for electronic books that go with its Kindle e-reader. This comes just as Apple Inc. is about to launch its competing … Read : Amazon strikes new e-book price deals with Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins.

April Fool!: Google temporarily renames itself Topeka in nod to Kansas capital’s broadband bid

April Fool!: Google calls itself ‘Topeka’ for day
TOPEKA, Kan. – For a month, Topeka was Google. For a day – April Fools’ Day – Google was Topeka.
In a nod to the Kansas capital, which unofficially changed its name to Google, Kan., for a month in a bid to become a test site …. Original source  : April Fool!: Google temporarily renames itself Topeka in nod to Kansas capital’s broadband bid.

Free Online Calendar: Google Calendar vs Yahoo Calendar Review

For those spending a considerable time on web, online calendars are perfect tools for time management. From appointments, events to anniversaries online calendars have grown into our business as well as domestic lives. There are enough choices for free online calendars available, but each of these differ in features and performance. The key to select … Read more »»».

Google celebrates April Fools’ Day by renaming itself Topeka in nod to city’s broadband bid

April Fools’: Google renames itself ‘Topeka’
TOPEKA, Kan. – Topeka is Google, and now Google is Topeka.
Weeks after the Kansas capital unofficially renamed itself after the Web search giant, the company returned the favor Thursday in the form of an April Fool’s Day joke.
Google, at least on its home page, became “Topeka.”
The company says [..] Read the original article: here.

High-tech ferrets, a French Shakespeare: British media revel in April Fools’ tradition

British media revel in April Fools’ tradition
LONDON – In today’s headlines: flavored newsprint, high-tech ferrets and the revelation that Britain’s greatest writer was – quelle horreur! – half French.
The stories Thursday weren’t true, it was just the British media carrying on its proud tradition of April Fools’ Day spoofs – the unofficial April … Read more : High-tech ferrets, a French Shakespeare: British media revel in April Fools’ tradition.

France Telecom, Deutsche Telekom complete merger to create UK’s largest mobile service

France Telecom, Deutsche Telekom merge in UK

PARIS – Deutsche Telekom AG and France Telecom SA say they have completed the merger of their British mobile phone units to create the country’s biggest operator and shake up an intensely competitive market.
France Telecom, owner of Orange UK, and Deutsche Telekom, owner of T-Mobile, announced the proposed combination …. Source  : France Telecom, Deutsche Telekom complete merger to create UK’s largest mobile service.

Spokeo And Privacy Concerns

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The residents of USA have become worried of a website named Spokeo.com of late. It can give literally anyone access to the personal information of a person they want. The website is quite new but it has made a lot of web users worried. Some people have expressed the concern … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Spokeo And Privacy Concerns.

Get ready to follow ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on Twitter!

LONDON – Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet will soon make their way on Twitter, with the classic love story to be “tweeted” in a joint project between Channel 4 and the Royal Shakespeare Company.he broadcaster also said it would double … Read more : Get ready to follow ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on Twitter!.

EPIC: Google Violated Federal Wire Tap Laws

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) – EPIC or Electronic Privacy Information Center is reported to have filed a complaint against Google stating that its latest social networking related service Google Buzz may have violated the federal wiretap laws. Allegedly, the complaint with FTC claims that Google’s real time collaboration tool is engaged in unfair and deceptive … Original article on : EPIC: Google Violated Federal Wire Tap Laws.

Russia offering to help Venezuela’s government set up nuclear power plant, Chavez says

Russia offers Venezuela nuclear help, Chavez says

CARACAS, Venezuela – Russia has agreed to help Venezuela draw up plans for a nuclear power plant, President Hugo Chavez said Friday.
Atomic energy was one of many areas of cooperation discussed as Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the South American country.
“We’re ready to start … Read : Russia offering to help Venezuela’s government set up nuclear power plant, Chavez says.

Facebook buys Divvyshot to create more ways for users to share their online photos

Facebook snaps up photo sharing site Divvyshot
SAN FRANCISCO – Facebook has acquired a startup called Divvyshot to create more ways for its 400 million users to share their photos online.
Terms of the deal announced Friday weren’t disclosed.
Divvyshot, a year-old startup based in San Francisco, runs a service that makes it easier for more … Original source on Gaea Times at : Facebook buys Divvyshot to create more ways for users to share their online photos.

Google snaps up another startup to bring in more help for YouTube as shopping spree continues

Google gets Episodic in fifth acquisition of year
SAN FRANCISCO – Google is bringing in some extra help for its YouTube video service with the acquisition of another startup.
The purchase of Episodic marks Google’s fifth acquisition so far this year. Terms of the deal announced Friday weren’t disclosed.
Episodic, based in San Francisco, provides a … Read : Google snaps up another startup to bring in more help for YouTube as shopping spree continues.

Wisconsin Supreme Court says Racine County can continue lawsuit against computer contractor

Wisconsin Supreme Court backs county in IT dispute

MADISON, Wis. – Racine County can continue to sue a computer contractor that failed to deliver a new human resources and payroll program on time, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Friday.
In a 7-0 ruling, the court ordered the case back to the circuit court for a trial on … Read more »»».

Dell says some former employees may face civil action over past accounting practices

Former Dell employees may face civil action
NEW YORK – Dell Inc. said some of its former employees may face civil or administrative action related to an ongoing regulatory probe into the computer maker’s accounting and financial practices dating back to 2001.
In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday, Dell said … Read more : Dell says some former employees may face civil action over past accounting practices.

EBay unveils new fashion strategies as it aims to shed image as site for castoffs

EBay makes a big play for fashion
NEW YORK – EBay Inc. may be the biggest online clothing seller, but it’s still known for selling other people’s castoffs. Now it wants shoppers to think of it when looking for trendy duds like hipster jeans and red ballerina flats.

EBay will launch a new fashion microsite Monday. It’s … Read this article on Gaea Times at : EBay unveils new fashion strategies as it aims to shed image as site for castoffs.

Topeka Google Logo Gone From Homepage

CALIFORNIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Google decided to pull off an amazing tricks on its users all over the world to commemorate April Fool’s Day. On the morning of Apr 1, it was found that the logo on the homepage of Google had changed, to Topeka. Needless to say, it created quite an extensive amount of confusion, …. Read the original article  : here.

Russia offers to help Venezuela set up space industry as Putin deepens ties with Chavez

Putin deepens ties with Chavez on Venezuela visit

CARACAS, Venezuela – Russia has offered to help Venezuela set up its own space industry, including a satellite launch site, as Prime Minister Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the South American country on Friday.
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced the offer by Russia hours before Putin arrived, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Russia offers to help Venezuela set up space industry as Putin deepens ties with Chavez.

Crimes involving Facebook up by 346pc in less than a year, claim UK cops

LONDON – Crimes involving Facebook have surged by nearly 346 percent in less than a year, according to Nottinghamshire Police.he force said they recorded 13 such reports between April 2008 and March 2009.

But this number rose to 58 between … Read more : Crimes involving Facebook up by 346pc in less than a year, claim UK cops.

High-tech ferrets, a French Shakespeare: British media revels in April Fools’ tradition

British media revels in April Fools’ tradition
LONDON – In today’s headlines: flavored newsprint, high-tech ferrets and the revelation that Britain’s greatest writer was – quelle horreur! – half French.
The stories in Thursday’s press aren’t true, but examples of the British media’s proud tradition of April Fools’ Day spoofs – the unofficial April 1 … Read : High-tech ferrets, a French Shakespeare: British media revels in April Fools’ tradition.

High-tech ferrets and a French Shakespeare: British media continues April Fool’s tradition

British media continues April Fool’s tradition

LONDON – In today’s headlines: flavored newsprint, high-tech ferrets and the revelation that Britain’s greatest writer was – quelle horreur! – French.
The stories in Thursday’s press aren’t true, but examples of the British media continuing its tradition of April Fool’s Day spoofs.
Every April 1, media outlets engage in an unofficial … Read : High-tech ferrets and a French Shakespeare: British media continues April Fool’s tradition.

How to Make Money While Searching on SlashMySearch

SlashMySearch is a new search engine which was designed to get quickly and effectively the best relevant results on the internet and it pays you while you use it.?? This new search engine uses proprietary algorithms that goes through the junk & retrieve the most relevant results for your search. The …. Source  : How to Make Money While Searching on SlashMySearch.

Tata Indicom Offers Prepaid Blackberry

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- CDMA service of Tata Indicom has introduced Blackberry devices under prepaid schemes. What’s impressive is that Tata Indicom prepaid blackberry service schemes are highly affordable when compared to other CDMA plans by other providers.
Blackberry devices are generally regarded to be the very best for all business purposes. Tata Indicom has dropped …. Read the original article  : Tata Indicom Offers Prepaid Blackberry.

Easter Bunny Tracker

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Easter Bunny Tracker is now available as an app in the Apple iTunes Store for your iPhone, iPod and iPad. The Easter Bunny Tracker is developed by Talus Media LLC and is reported to be priced at $0.99.

Unlike Christmas, NORAD does not offer the chance to track Easter Bunny this time … Read more : Easter Bunny Tracker.

Apple’s faithful wait in lines, on doorsteps, eagerly anticipating first taps, swipes on iPad

Apple fans eagerly touch and swipe first iPads
SEATTLE – Now that the iPad is in the hands of early adopters, the hard work for Apple Inc. begins.
Eager customers intent on being among the first owners of this new class of gadgetry stood in long lines across the country Saturday. They seemed willing …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Apple’s faithful wait in lines, on doorsteps, eagerly anticipating first taps, swipes on iPad.

Using iPad, iPhone apps on new device

Using iPad, iPhone apps on new device
As with the iPhone, the iPad’s usefulness will grow with the thousands of applications that will be available for it.
Users can get apps for such tasks as reading the news, checking weather and playing games – either for free or for a fee, usually no more than … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Using iPad, iPhone apps on new device.

Air Force to launch robotic winged space plane resembling tiny space shuttle

Air Force to launch robotic winged space plane

LOS ANGELES – The Air Force this month plans to launch a robotic spacecraft resembling a small space shuttle to conduct technology tests in orbit and then glide home to a California runway.
But the ultimate purpose of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle and details about the craft remain …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

The Launch of iPad can Change the Fortune of Tablet PC Industry

Although, Tablet PC was here for a long time, it was unable to make any dent in terms of popularity. When Microsoft launched Tablet PC in 2001, it ends up a major flop. But, the advancement of touchscreens and wireless technology made the market perfect for new Tablet like iPad. Mr Baker of Gartner … Original article on : The Launch of iPad can Change the Fortune of Tablet PC Industry.

Apple’s much-anticipated iPad goes on sale as eager customers line up to be among first

Apple’s much-anticipated iPad goes on sale
SEATTLE – Apple Inc. began selling its much-anticipated iPad on Saturday, drawing eager customers intent on being among the first owners of a new class of tablet-style computers.
Apple must convince people who already have smart phones, laptops, e-book readers, set-top boxes and home broadband connections that they …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Apple’s much-anticipated iPad goes on sale as eager customers line up to be among first.

iPad Lines Outside Fifth Avenue Store

NEW YORK (Gaea Times.com)- They said it was revolutionary and we had all reasons to believe. Steve Job’s brainchild iPad has been creating huge waves of anticipation for all gadget freaks. USA flagship store on the fifth avenue have witnessed huge iPad lines in front of the store. With time the iPad lines just kept …. Source  : Gaea News Network.