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Apple Wins Injunction Against Samsung Over Galaxy Tab 10.1

Apple Wins Injunction Against Samsung Over Galaxy Tab 10.1

Michael Convente June 27, 2012 0

Some breaking news out of California that will make Samsung very upset.  In a surprising ruling from United States District Judge Lucy H. Koh that came down today, Apple has won an injunction against

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Microsoft Unveils New Surface Tablet

Microsoft Unveils New Surface Tablet

Michael Convente June 18, 2012 0

Microsoft made quite a splash today in announcing their brand new Surface tablet, a device the company is confident can compete with Apple’s super popular iPad.  Microsoft had indicated that a “major announcement” was

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Apple WWDC 2012 Recap

Apple WWDC 2012 Recap

Michael Convente June 12, 2012 0

Even though Apple’s annual WWDC event runs for five days, yesterday was the biggest day for Apple consumers, as CEO Tim Cook took the stage to reveal Apple’s newest line of products, both hardware

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“Mr. Trololo” Of Internet Fame, Dead at 77

“Mr. Trololo” Of Internet Fame, Dead at 77

Michael Convente June 4, 2012 1

Some sad news to break to you this morning.  The Russian man of meme stardom, Mr. Trololo (also known as Eduard Khil in real life), has died of a stroke.  He was 77. The

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Arctic NC Notebook Cooler Review

Arctic NC Notebook Cooler Review

Michael Convente May 31, 2012 0

A few weeks ago we posted a review of a notebook cooler by NZXT, and now we have a review for another notebook cooling device – the Arctic NC notebook cooler. Right off the

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A Better “Amercia”: Social Media Fail For Mitt Romney

A Better “Amercia”: Social Media Fail For Mitt Romney

Michael Convente May 30, 2012 1

Mitt Romney’s campaign just released an official iPhone app, but they are probably wishing they had done one last check before letting it go live.  The “I’m with Mitt” app allows users to tag

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Facebook Shares Plunge Again, End Day Below $30

Facebook Shares Plunge Again, End Day Below $30

Michael Convente May 29, 2012 0

Shares of Facebook (FB) plunged over 9% today, ending the trading day at a price of $28.82 per share, making it the first time shares have closed below $30.  Shares of Facebook are down

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New York State Bill Would Ban Anonymous Internet Posting

New York State Bill Would Ban Anonymous Internet Posting

Michael Convente May 24, 2012 1

A scary anti-privacy bill that has flown under the radar for the past two months is making its way across the Internet today, where it is receiving significant push back.  Bill S6779, introduced in

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Facebook Sued Over IPO Scandal With Morgan Stanley

Facebook Sued Over IPO Scandal With Morgan Stanley

Michael Convente May 23, 2012 1

Where’s the dislike button when you need it?  Facebook definitely needs it this week after a disastrous past five days.  Shares of Facebook ended at $38 on its first day of trading, exactly where

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Dislike! Facebook Stock Down 13% To Start The Week

Dislike! Facebook Stock Down 13% To Start The Week

Michael Convente May 21, 2012 0

Facebook has consistently refused to implement a dislike button, but after this morning’s stock performance, they may want to reconsider (at least for investors).  Shares of Facebook (FB) are down over 13% to start

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