Apple Watch to boost ‘glance journalism’

With the Apple Watch expected to sell in the millions, news organizations are refocusing their efforts to become part of that tiny screen. In the news business, this is now called “glance journalism.” The Apple Watch, expected to catapult to the ...

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No, Microsoft isn't taking Android's future out of Google's hands -- here's why

Earlier this week, Cyanogen Inc announced that it has entered into a partnership with Microsoft to bundle some apps into its future Android-based operating system. While the companies meticulously chalked out most of the specifics of their collaboration ...

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Apple Watch: The world is watching, but will the rich be impressed?

I’ve voiced my concerns over “wearable” technology before: my issue with the majority of pieces is that I’d never want to wear them. However, it seems that I am in the minority when it comes to the Apple Watch – the first pre-ordered deliveries ...

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WhatsApp lets users backup conversations to Google Drive; now has over 800 million monthly active users

WhatsApp has rolled out an update to its Android app which will let you backup your WhatsApp conversations to Google Drive. This feature will be available in the latest update with version number 2.12.45 for Android. This version can be downloaded from the ...

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HBO Wants You to Watch "Game of Thrones" On Apple TV Instead of iPhone

The fifth season of Game of Thrones has officially landed. For cord cutters signing up for Time Warner's (NYSE: TWX ) new HBO NOW over-the-top streaming service to catch the hit show, the company would highly prefer that you watch the hit show on Apple ...

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Google Wallet Accounts Now FDIC-Insured

If you store a ton of money on your Google Wallet, then you can probably rest a bit easier tonight. According to the latest reports, Google Wallet funds are now FDIC-insured. In other words, if Google ever goes bust—or the banks holding Google funds go ...

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Apple’s made-to-order Watch

The mismatch between supply and demand for the Apple Watch — one that has already pushed delivery dates all the way to June — has many Apple watchers scratching their heads. Carl Howe, a long-time student of the company — mostly for the Yankee Group ...

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France Trying To Force Disclosure Of Google Algorithm, Wants To Regulate the SERP

Not waiting for the European Commission’s Statement of Objections (antitrust charges) to run its course, France is taking action to regulate Google’s search results and also compel revelation of its search algorithm. TechCrunch reported on a bill ...

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A Look at How Google Grows in Real Time [Infographic]

Google is still the most important and influential search engine company in the world. According to Alexa, Google maintains a number one global and U.S. ranking for the most visited website, and this does not even begin to scratch the surface of the total ...

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Robin Richmond: Google update may impact businesses

Google is rolling out a significant algorithm update tomorrow that is focused on presenting more mobile-friendly sites and content in their search results. It is an update that businesses will certainly have to sit up and take notice of to ensure they are ...

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Chrome OS 42 goes official, brings Google Now to Chromebooks

Late last month, Google previewed a new launcher for Chrome OS, but as of the new Chrome OS 42 release, the new launcher is now available to the masses. Launcher 2.0 in Chrome OS 42 has a new look that’s based on the Material Design look and feel ...

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