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India's Infosys names banker as new chairman (AFP)
AFP - Infosys on Saturday named a prominent banker to take charge of India's second-largest software exporter as the firm struggles to boost performance in the face of slow global recovery.
2011-04-30 16:48:17 | Yahoo News46 New Digital Media Resources You May Have Missed (Mashable)
Mashable - Congratulations everyone, we officially made it through a royal wedding. Anyone with access to a computer inevitably heard about Prince William and Kate Middleton (finally) getting hitched. With all the hubbub, we understand if you had to miss one or two resources. We're back with another roundup of tools and resources published over the past week or so. We have stories on Amazon's hiring spree, the new SEC regulations, a PR pro's guide (...)
2011-04-30 16:38:46 | Yahoo News
FCC opens floor for public comment on AT&T / T-Mobile deal
Since the world's engineers haven't yet come up with a way to read minds over the internet (or at all, last we checked), we're not sure what you think about the proposed marriage of T-Mobile to AT&T. We're pretty sure you do have an opinion of some sort, though, and if you want it to be heard, now's the opportunity to let the Federal Communications Commission read your thoughtful, reasoned take on how a (...)
2011-04-30 16:19:00 | EngadgetGoogle employees can tinker in company-sponsored workshops
Google is renowned for the benefits it extends to its hard working employees, some of which include free lunch and dinner, an on-site doctor, physical therapy and chiropractic services, and even free shuttle service to the San Francisco, East Bay, and South Bay locations. Think that’s good? Add on top of that parental leave for [...]
2011-04-30 16:06:35 | Geek.com
Razer Hydra: Motion Control Brought To PC With Portal 2
PC gamers are nowadays a bit less respected perhaps, than console gamers by the gaming industry. Fortunately, there is still Razer and this company cares for them, too.For some time motion control was exclusive for console gamers only, starting from Wiimote followed by PlayStation Move and Xbox Kinect. PC gamers ...Continue Reading on Walyou
2011-04-30 16:05:22 | WalyouVerizon to Warn Cellphone Buyers on Tracking Data (PC World)
PC World - Verizon will put a peel-off sticker on the screen of cellphones it sells, warning that the user's location may be tracked. The sticker also advises users to be careful which apps they install if they wish to avoid location information being shared with third parties.
2011-04-30 16:02:00 | Yahoo NewsGEOHOT Claims Theft of Sony PSN Network Data “Not Cool”
It looks like people are lining up to put the boot into Sony over the PlayStation Network hacking disaster. The latest to polish his hobnails and take a big swing is well known hacker Geohot.…GEOHOT Claims Theft of Sony PSN Network Data “Not Cool” is a post from: Gadgets and gizmos
2011-04-30 15:58:13 | Gadgets and GizmosDoes the iCloud have a Silver Lining for the Apple iPhone 5?
The latest rumour out about the long awaited iPhone 5 it that it will include the brand new iCloud service from Apple.iCloud is the name that industry analysts expect to be put onto the…Does the iCloud have a Silver Lining for the Apple iPhone 5? is a post from: Gadgets and gizmos
2011-04-30 15:37:08 | Gadgets and Gizmos
Shocker! Microsoft commands 79 percent of worldwide OS revenue (update)
Everyone knows that Windows is installed on the vast majority of computers, but it's always interesting to be reminded of what a cash cow the OS has been for Redmond. According to Gartner, Microsoft owned 78.6 percent of the global market revenue share for desktop operating systems at the end of 2010 -- up almost 9 percent from 2009. That means, of the $30.4 billion in revenue that various companies generated, $23.8 billion lined (...)
2011-04-30 15:22:00 | EngadgetPlayStation Network Users Reporting Credit Card Fraud (PC World)
PC World - Sony PlayStation Network users are reporting fraud on their credit cards -- everything from a flight booked in Germany to purchases in Japanese grocery stores.
2011-04-30 15:17:00 | Yahoo News
Ubuntu 11.04 Released
Canonical has released a new version of their popular Linux distriution, Ubuntu. Will 2011 finally be the year of the Linux desktop? If Ubuntu 11.04 is any indication, it’s pretty close to being so.For years, geeks have been saying that Linux would eventually overtake Microsoft Windows and Mac OS as ...Continue Reading on Walyou
2011-04-30 15:05:32 | WalyouPortal turret plushie is interactive, adorably awesome
Many of you are still arms deep in the awesomeness that is Portal 2, and others have already finished it. The game is full of memorable characters, like the humble sentry turret. She knows when you’re there, she misses you when you’re gone, and sure enough now she’s real. In plush form, anyway. Jonathan Gruberman, [...]
2011-04-30 15:05:08 | Geek.comWhite iPhone 4 is Thicker Than Black Model (PC World)
PC World - After 10 months of delays, the white iPhone 4 has arrived, and at closer inspection it turns out it's not only late, but also thicker than its black sibling. The difference is very small, 0.2 millimeters to be more precise, but it's enough to give headaches to some users who would find their cases wouldn't fit on the white iPhone 4.
2011-04-30 14:47:00 | Yahoo News
Tips for Designers to Make Your Site More Usable
Making your website user friendly is important for retaining visitors, increasing traffic and fulfilling the purpose of your web presence. Following a few guidelines can improve the usability of your site. What Does Your Site Need To Do?A website is a means to an end: it sells a product, informs a ...Continue Reading on Walyou
2011-04-30 14:05:33 | Walyou20% of people can’t use the Wii Vitality Sensor
The Wii Vitality Sensor is, according to Wikipedia, a fingertip pulse oximeter. That’s fancy talk for saying it can analyze your pulse and blood oxygen saturation. Through that data a number of specific aspects of the way your body works can be monitored. It sounds cool, especially if Nintendo put their usual gaming twist on [...]
2011-04-30 14:03:27 | Geek.com