TECHNOLOGY

Should Apple Sell a Cheaper, Smaller iPad?

Despite the strides made by its rivals, the tablet market is still Apple's stomping ground. Analysts and fans are looking forward to Apple's new iPad 3 but along with rumors about the product there have been speculation that Apple could slash prices for the iPad to compete with Amazon and Barnes & Noble in the lower end of the tablet market. But would such a move help Apple at all?

Facebook Content Management Policy Leaked

A guideline for judging whether a photo is acceptable or not to Facebook has been leaked to the Gawker website and reported by the New Zealand Herald and MSN NZ. The "abuse violation handbook," says a photo that exposes a woman’s nipples is not okay, but man’s nipples in pictures are acceptable. It further specifies that pictures of the act of breastfeeding are banned if nipples are exposed.
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Amid Apple Pressure, Foxconn Gives Pay Hike

Foxconn Technology said this weekend that it would increase worker salaries at its Chinese factories by as much as 16 to 25 percent as it faces intense public scrutiny over the working conditions in at its factories.

Mini iPad 3 In The Works

Rumors are circulating the Internet nowadays regarding the possible release of an Apple Mini iPad 3. The rumors came about when The Wall Street Journal published an article that discussed Apple's efforts of testing a new tablet computer with a smaller screen.

Aussies Linger More on You Tube Than Facebook

What Australians are surfing about on the net these days? Like the rest of the world, they were socialising via Facebook or enjoying the hottest clips posted on You Tube, according to a new study from Experian Hitwise.

Top Apps for Your Android Tablet

As more and more Android tablets hit the market this year, developers are rushing to provide quality apps for Android tablet owners. Apple's iPad might have over 140,000 apps available for its users but if you're an Android tablet user there are still a lot of Android apps for you to choose from. Here are some essential apps you need to download to make the most of your Android tablet.

Apple Chinese Workers Gain Pay Hikes

Chinese workers assembling the world's top gadgets have been awarded considerable pay hikes by one of the world's most notorious employer, the Foxconn Technology Group.

Is an 8-Inch iPad in the Works?

Apple Inc. is reportedly working on an 8-inch version of its best-selling iPad tablet in an effort to broaden its market share.

Microsoft's Social News Site, MSNow, Taps 'Hottest Conversations'

Microsoft Corp. launched on Thursday a new trend-tracking service called msnNow which tracks what people are talking about online by shifting through real-time topics across social media networks like Facebook and Twitter. Users can then see what topics are trending at the moment by looking at the site along with a few pithy comments from MSN's editorial staff about the topics.

A New "Face" in Face Recognition

There is a new "face" in face recognition and this could be in the form of a dot. This is what Associate Professor Ajmal Mian from the University of Western Australia is working on.

New Website Navigation for 3D Customers

Dimensional Optics, one of the leading companies that cater to active and passive 3D glasses recently incorporated new changes in their website that makes it easier for customers to purchase 3D glasses.

Is PS Vita for Hardcore Gaming?

Handheld gaming is facing an uncertain future right now. Casual gamers are flocking to smartphones and tablets for simple touchscreen games foregoing traditional portable devices for the more versatile phones and tables. Sony and Nintendo have been feeling the brunt of this new attitude when their portable game devices have failed to make a mark in the market. Nintendo's 3DS had slow sales that forced the company to slash prices just to move units.

Club TUKI Launches a Kid-Safe Browser

Club TUKI recently revealed their kid-safe browser. This new kid-safe browser offers new features that will entice children to use this browser and at the same time, put the parent's mind at ease.

MSN Reveals msnNOW

MSN announced the launch of their newest feature, aptly named as msnNOW. MSN described this service as something that will help people to be updated on the latest trends.

Professor Max Lu Receives Prestigious Science and Technology Award

Professor Max Lu, the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor in University of Queensland recently received a prestigious and highly-acclaimed technology award. The reason behind the award was due to "distinguished and sustained contributions to collaboration with China in science and technology”. Professor Lu received the award together with other 6 awardees.

The Future of GPS Technology

The future of navigation systems could take a turn as there are current research studies that are utilising camera technology which are inspired by small mammals. Presently, GPS technology is dependent on using satellites and complex yet powerful computers in order to bring this kind of service.

A Brighter Future for Metal Detectors

A chronicle news reporter recently featured a behind-the-scenes look in MetalDetector.com, the first online retailer of Metal Detectors. MetalDetector.com is located at Southborough, Massachusetts and has been around for 30 years. It is currently being managed by brothers Michael and Daniel Berznweig.

Angry Birds on Facebook

Facebook users have another reason to celebrate as one of the most-loved games in the world; Angry Birds is now available in the social networking site.

Apple iPad 3 to be Banned in China?

Apple, Inc.’s (NYSE:AAPL) latest tablet could face customs ban from Chinese authorities after a local firm filed for trademark dispute in the country to stop the exportation and importation of the said device.

LG Optimus 3D 2 Specs Leaked

There have been a number of leaked images of the smartphones that are supposed to debut in the upcoming Mobile World Congress. One of the latest leaks is the first image of the LG Optimus 3D 2 smartphone along with its potential specs.

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