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Desktop computer sales soared in February: NPD Group
Mar 18, 2010 14:21 EDT
Sales of desktop computers soared 30 percent in February defying talk that such machines are being made obsolete by laptops, smartphones and other mobile devices.
Spotlight turns to Apple's 'latest creation'
Jan 24, 2010 14:59 EST
The technology rumor mill is busy grinding speculation regarding an Apple event Wednesday at which the culture-changing firm will unveil its "latest creation."
Spotlight turns to Apple's 'latest creation'
Jan 23, 2010 22:25 EST
The technology rumor mill is busy grinding speculation regarding an Apple event Wednesday at which the culture-changing firm will unveil its "latest creation."
Spotlight turns to Apple's 'latest creation'
Jan 23, 2010 22:25 EST
The technology rumor mill is busy grinding speculation regarding an Apple event Wednesday at which the culture-changing firm will unveil its "latest creation."
Ex-players reminisce about doomed Giants Stadium
Jan 14, 2010 16:22 EST
Players reminisce about Giants Stadium as company prepares to sell it off, piece by piece. Long before he became one of the best all-purpose players in the history of the New York Jets, Bruce Harper would drive from his nearby home past the spot where Giants Stadium was rising out of a New Jersey swamp and wonder if he had what it took to play at football's highest level.
Best Buy 3Q profit up, but co sees slimmer margins
Dec 15, 2009 12:58 EST
Best Buy 3Q profit jumps, but shares fall as company says 4Q gross margin will be lower. Customers snapping up electronics and gift cards for the holidays boosted Best Buy's third-quarter profit, but the nation's largest electronics retailer said Tuesday that shoppers are focused on prices, particularly of TVs and computers.
Windows 7 debut a hit: NPD
Nov 05, 2009 19:00 EST
Microsoft's new-generation Windows 7 operating system hit the ground running, with US sales in its opening days blasting past those of its Vista predecessor, according to NPD Group.
Microsoft launches Windows 7
Oct 22, 2009 20:00 EDT
Microsoft's much-heralded Windows 7 went on sale around the world as the US software giant seeks to reboot after the disappointment of its previous generation operating system Vista.
Microsoft launches Windows 7
Oct 22, 2009 20:00 EDT
Microsoft's much-heralded Windows 7 went on sale around the world as the US software giant seeks to reboot after the disappointment of its previous generation operating system Vista.
Windows 7 release may test Apple's winning streak
Oct 14, 2009 17:30 EDT
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Apple Inc's Mac computers have steadily gained market share over the years, a winning streak that may be tested by next week's launch of Microsoft Corp's new Windows 7 operating system.
Online ads: Big Brother or customer service?
Oct 07, 2009 21:12 EDT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. marketers and consumer advocates are preparing for battle over the rules governing online advertising tailored to individual browsing habits, often tracked and collected without notice or permission.
Notebook PCs outpace weak back-to-school sales
Oct 06, 2009 13:24 EDT
NEW YORK (Reuters) - While most retailers saw bleak sales this back-to-school season, consumer electronics chains saw renewed demand for notebook personal computers, according to a report from market research firm NPD Group.
Jersey children's carer was 'sex bully,' court hears
Aug 09, 2009 20:00 EDT
A carer at a former children's home on the Channel island of Jersey was a "sexual bully" who repeatedly abused youngsters, prosecutors said on Monday.
NY plan sparks fears for Coney Island's freaky soul
Jul 28, 2009 20:00 EDT
Stephen Baker will happily lie on a bed of nails at Coney Island -- it's the New York authorities' approval Wednesday of a new plan for the iconic amusement park that scares him.
NY sparks fears for Coney Island's freaky soul
Jul 28, 2009 20:00 EDT
A plan passed overwhelmingly by the City Council to develop the gritty seafront area of Coney Island in south Brooklyn is sparking controversy.
Fans fight to save Coney Island's freaky soul
Jul 28, 2009 20:00 EDT
Stephen Baker will happily lie on a bed of nails at Coney Island -- it's a city council vote Wednesday on the iconic amusement park's future that scares him.
Wal-Mart expands PC offerings
Jul 23, 2009 16:52 EDT
Wal-Mart expands low-price PC offerings for back-to-school season in campaign for new markets. A move by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to offer more and lower-priced laptops could give it an edge over key rival Best Buy Co. in the struggle for back-to-school electronics business.
Google's Aim Finds Netbooks
Jul 14, 2009 17:54 EDT
Netbooks and the cloud are a match made in heaven, says Google (GOOG).
Google's Aim Finds Netbooks
Jul 14, 2009 10:44 EDT
Netbooks and the cloud are a match made in heaven, says Google.
