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AOL-HuffPo content refocus continues, plans to expand Patch

The focus shift over at AOL post its HuffPo merger has been full of controversy and confusion, but its intentions are becoming clear with serious investments in Patch.
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Is Groupon killing local businesses?

As Groupon’s deal-a-day formula flourishes, many small businesses are feeling the crunch of providing the endless deep discounts that have made the site a hit.

BioWare’s Mass Effect 3 adds same-sex relationship options

BioWare's focus on character storylines will get a little more accepting of same-sex relationships with Mass Effect 3.

Intel smartphone push postponed – again

Intel has a strong grip on the PC market, but mobile is another story. The manufacturer says it will continue to focus on this arena.

Social sites ban together to oppose California Social Networking Privacy Act

A California senator wants to impose huge changes when it comes to social networks and privacy - and the sites in question are fighting back.

Amazon tablets ‘Hollywood’ and ‘Coyote’ to launch this year

Rumors about an entire Android lineup from Amazon weren't quite enough, and now an insider has details on what we can expect from the retailer.

Xperia Play shipment stolen, Sony Ericsson announces US launch; UPDATE: Theft was a stunt

The New Zealand Vodafone store was vandalized and its Xperia Play stash was lifted - at least that's what Vodafone's telling us.

Proposed bill gets strict on privacy, gives parents access to kids’ Facebooks

Newly proposed legislation would give parents increased access to kids' Facebook accounts and also require sites to provide more up-front privacy options.

Dropbox security woes are back, FTC complaint filed

Dropbox's terms of service are back in the spotlight, as the site is being accused of misleading customers into believing its security is something it's not.

PlayStation: Here’s what we’ve restored so far

Sony PlayStation is trying to keep its customers aware of its restoration process and offers a glimpse into returning services.

Samsung finally pushing Gingerbread to Galaxy S

The wait is...close to over. Samsung will finally begin rolling out the Gingerbread update to its Galaxy S phones.

Samsung tries new bonus content scheme to sell 3D TVs

Is your 3D TV interest on the fence? Samsung wants to you throw you over to their side with additional content available to 3D TV set owners.

Amazon planning entire lineup of Android-powered devices?

If you were excited about the prospect of an Android tablet from Amazon, you're in luck: New rumors suggest a slew of new hardware from the company.

Forget the iPhone 5, Apple’s next phone is the iPhone ‘4S’

The wait for the iPhone 5 may have gotten a little longer, but you should at least consider the notion of the iPhone 4S. The saving grace of yet another delay? IPhone availability on all major U.S. carriers.

Sony’s letter to publishers about PSN outage

Sony PlayStation offers more explanations but no restoration date concerning its PSN outage.
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Facebook PR fallout: Google’s Social Circle warrants another look

Facebook is currently entrenched in a PR nightmare, and while the social network is guilty of less than ethical media practices, maybe you should give your Google Social Circle the once-over anyway.

The music industry reacts to Google Music

From the sounds of it, Google may have burned some bridges with record labels.

Internal disagreements keeping Facebook out of China?

An interview with Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg suggests not everyone at the social networking giant is on the same page when it comes to its Chinese presence.

Comcast, global ISPs blocking The Pirate Bay? [UPDATE: Site is back up]

Comcast has been accused of blocking its users from visiting The Pirate Bay's site, which it denies. The site continues to look for the source of the problem.

Canon vs. Nikon: There’s an infographic for that

Canon! Nikon! CANON! NIKON! And so it goes. Trouble deciding which camera brand really is the best? Infographic artists lay it out for us.

Panasonic Lumix G3 gets viewfinder and 1080p, FH7 goes full touch

Panasonic adds two capable cameras to its lineup, include a new G-series compact DSLR and the entry-level targeted Lumix FH7.

Syria wages war on its Facebook users

Syria's protesters are being punished for their reliance on Facebook, and the government is attempting to use their own technology against them.

Blu Cigs want to bring social networking to e-smoking

Social media embraces everyone, and now consumers trying to ditch cigarettes can get their own dedicated network.

Toshiba delays Regza AT300 Honeycomb tablet until end of summer

Toshiba's long-awaited Regza AT300 Honeycomb tablet is being pushed back until the end of summer, giving us a few more months to wonder why this thing is taking so long.

A closer look at Google’s handset unity initiative for Android

Google is setting the wheels in motion to unify its Android ecosystem - but details are sparse thus far.

AOL’s AV for AIM video chat service leaks

AOL's internal testing round for its new video chat service is now open to all, and it seems promising.
Owen Van Natta: Front of house

Former Facebook COO one-ups Zuckerberg with new $8.6 million house

Ex-Facebook COO Owen Van Natta bought a new $8.6 million house in Silicon Valley, one-upping his former boss Mark Zuckerberg's new $7 million home.

How will Google Music fare without label support?

Google may have beat Apple in the cloud-based music service race, but does that mean it's introducing a product that isn't quite ready?

Google announces Honeycomb 3.1, Music beta at I/O conference

And we're off: Google has announced a slew of Android upgrades and products on their way - include Google Music beta and Honeycomb 3.1.

Google bags Sony, Universal, and Warner Bros for YouTube movies

Three major production companies will work with YouTube to offer the latest releases and thousands of movie options - making the once-amateur site home to highly demanded professional content.
Kodak ESP 2170 Front View With Paper

Kodak ESP Office 2170 Review

The Kodak ESP Office 2170 offers a built-in scanner, Wi-Fi, display and even printing from iOS and BlackBerry devices, along with inexpensive inks.

Diablo 3 beta testing on its way

The wait for Diablo 3 is (slowly) crawling toward an end, as Blizzard announces its beta testing round is just around the corner.

Using technology to get fit: Q&A with CEA’s Colleen Lerro

Our one-on-one with fitness instructor and CEA specialist Colleen Leero, on how to use technology to get in shape.

Condè Nast bringing The New Yorker and more to the iPad

Apple bags another quality publisher and will add a slew of new magazines and subscriptions to the iPad.