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Google's 'Social' Gmail: Could It Really Work?
Google is preparing to unveil a new social networking component for Gmail, according to reports published Monday. Could such a feature succeed?
Why PayPal Is Blocking Payments to India
In the curious case of PayPal blocking and reversing payments to and from India, bloggers crowdsource some possible explanations.
Former Microsoft VP Says Redmond Can't Innovate
Ex-Microsoft VP Dick Brass joins the chorus of naysayers who claim that Microsoft drags its feet in bringing innovative products to market.
iPad's Best Innovation? No-Contract Wireless
iPad customers will purchase their 3G wireless service direct from Apple, with no contract required. This is a great idea that needs to spread.
ShmooCon: Web App Storage Open to Attack
A researcher finds that Web applications could open their users to new types of data breaches.
Apple Offers 'find out How' Tutorials as Podcasts
For some time, Apple has given the Designated Family Tech Support Personnel among us a small reprieve with its "Find out how" selection of tutorial videos. While...
Apple to Remain 'Nimble' on iPad Pricing
Apple indicates that it's not against cutting prices for the iPad if initial sales are less than stellar.
Why e-Books Must Cost More
If e-books are to successfully replace paper, it won't happen at Amazon's $9.99 e-book pricing. Thank Steve Jobs for opening the door to higher prices.
I Love the 80s: InfoWorld's Golden Age
Thanks to Google Books, InfoWorld's entire print run is now available to peruse. Take a trip down memory lane with these standout issues from 1984 ? 1985.
Control Your Nokia N900 With Sony's Sixaxis Controller
Want to take control of your Nokia N900 games collection with a real controller? Now you can thanks to a recent mod.
iPad Interest Evaporates, But Math is Fuzzy
Apple's iPad has piqued public interest ? but not convinced many folks to buy one, according to a new study. But do the study's numbers really add up?
Oracle Buys AmberPoint for SOA Management
Oracle announced Monday it is buying SOA management vendor AmberPoint.
Canon Adds Fun Features to New PowerShot Cameras
A "miniature mode," a fish-eye lens simulator, and a setting that lets you control the camera by winking are among the new tricks offered in Canon's 2010 PowerShot line.
Report: Google to Make Gmail More Social
Google will add social features to Gmail, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Weak Forecasts Kill Supercomm Trade Show
Supercomm, a U.S. telecommunications trade show, has been canceled for 2010 due to weak demand.
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