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Google ‘Inner Circles’ its next stab at social?

Google seems to grasping at straws, trying to introduce something resembling a social network. But newly revealed code shows that it might have some big plans to get there.
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‘Sea Ray’ surfaces as Nokia’s first WP7 phone in leaked video

Nokia CEO Stephen Elop introduces the first Nokia WP7 phone, and the video is making the rounds despite his plea for confidentiality.
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What does Lytro mean for photography?

Lytro has grabbed our undivided attention, but while we click and refocus those gallery pictures in wide-eyed wonder, we have to ask what it will really mean for the digital photography industry.
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Google projects: Social gaming platform and Chrome video chat

Google's got a few tricks up its sleeve, as it looks like the company plans to create a social gaming platform and its own video chat application.
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New legislation aims to better define 4G

The Next Generation Wireless Disclosure Act wants consumers to know what 4G is and what they should expect from it.

LulzSec hacked by TeaMp0isoN

As one of its alleged members is charged with cybercrime offenses, LulzSec meets yet another enemy.

Israel asks Apple to remove ThirdIntifada app [UPDATE: Apple pulls app]

Israel is pushing Apple to pull an app advocating and supporting a Palestinian revolt.

Identifying the hacktivists of the emerging cyberwar

The hacktivist landscape has become increasingly cluttered, and while the anonymity they cling to makes clearly labeling each player difficult, the rising division between these groups is beginning to give them distinct identities.

Discovery brings Curiosity, a new kind of Q&A platform

The Internet didn't really need another Q&A site, but Curiosity's emphasis on expertise might be enough to set it apart from the rest.

iPhone 5 to get redesign, announcement in August?

Forget the iPhone 4S: The latest reports say a next-gen, iPhone 5 is in our midst and could be announced as early as August.

Bitcoin struggles as it tries to change e-currency

The P2P online currency shirks regulation or outside influence, but security woes and an unstable worth are among its current hangups.
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Television and social integration: What exactly do consumers want?

Television isn't what it used to be, and a new wave of innovation means social networks will make it a more personal experience than ever before. But how this information is utilized remains to be seen.
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LulzSec and Anonymous unite for Operation Anti-Security

The two hacktivist groups join forces to push their government transparency and Internet security agendas.

Is RIM forcing buggy BlackBerries on carriers?

Insiders say RIM is using intimidation to push error-infested BlackBerry OS builds onto carriers.

Finding a photo-sharing platform for you

Your photo-sharing app options are nearly endless. Here's our brief guide to help you find the one that fits your phone's needs.

Netflix temporarily loses rights to Sony movies

Starz and Sony need to rework their contract before you can access Sony movies on Netflix.

Spotify finally making US debut

And this time they mean it. Probably. After some serious fundraising and a vote of confidence from Spotify execs, it sounds like Europe's hit streaming service is finally going to be available to US customers.

Chrome 13 beta brings Instant Pages and Print Preview

The browser's new beta version is packed with some of Google's new search updates as well as long-standing bug fixes, and is ready for download.

Research looks at daily deal drawbacks

A new report supports the growing skepticism surrounding deal-a-day sites effects on businesses.

Facebook and Apple go head-to-head over social-mobile tech?

A new patent from Apple revealing geo-social networking software and a few leaked Facebook mobile projects suggest the two industry titans may be edging in on one another's territory.

Facebook’s photo app: Dissecting the latest details

The allegedly leaked information on the Facebook photo app has fully surfaced, and here's our quick takeaway about what's (hopefully) bound for your iPhone.
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Samsung Series 5 Chromebook: Hands-on pictures

Check out pictures of the new Samsung Series 5 notebook featuring Google's Chrome operating system.

SEC regulations may not force Facebook to file IPO

A 2012 Facebook IPO seemed to be a sure-thing, but possible new SEC regulations could push back that date - indefinitely.

Where did Color go wrong?

Was it too much too soon or just a flawed concept? Maybe it was just ahead of its time. Whatever the cause, photo-sharing app Color loses a co-founder and continues to flounder.
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Coming Nexus phone’s details surface

Google's Nexus lineup could be releasing a real competitor handset if the rumors about the Nexus 4G are true.
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Apple brings us closer to quality camera photos with iOS 5

If you've been won over by the convenience of the iPhone camera but still haven't been convinced about the quality, these iOS 5 features might persuade you.
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Sony Bloggie Touch Review

The Sony Bloggie Touch transplants the intuitive touchscreen interface of a smartphone into a capable 1080p pocket video camcorder.

Tennessee cracks down on ‘distressing images’ online

A new law in Tennessee wants to cut down on offensive Internet images - unfortunately it comes at the expense of personal interpretation and possibly even privacy.

Google introduces Voice Search, Image queries, and Instant Pages

Google does what it does best and brings practical and innovative new updates to Search.

Facebook chats between UK juror and defendant lead to mistrial

After using Facebook to reach out to defendant in a court case she was a juror for, a UK woman is found in contempt of court.
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iTunes Match may be a compromise for the music industry and P2P file sharing

Apple is trying to placate record labels by finding a way to find some profits from illegally downloaded music files.
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Insiders bash Patch’s business structure; did AOL over-invest?

AOL has been gung-ho about its hyper-local news network, Patch. But staff complaints and lack of revenue don't speak well of the platform's potential.

Microsoft exec says Xbox Live will be woven into Windows 8

Forget about the Xbox Live TV announcement: Microsoft reveals Xbox Live will be built into Windows 8 and is going to became its entertainment brand.
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Twitter who? iOS 5 connects with multiple social platforms, including Facebook

Apple made much ado about its Twitter-iOS 5 integration, but turns out its got a few other big name social networks buried in there.