Computer industry
Canadian stocks gained for a second day, as U.S. consumer confidence and home prices rose more than forecast, and companies such as Apple Inc. reported earnings that beat analyst estimates. The rally was led by financial shares, including Royal Bank of Canada, which added 1.6 percent, and Potash
Computer industry
HI Corporation, a leading research and development company in middleware for embedded devices, announced that its 3D rendering engine "MascotCapsule V3" has been adopted by Capcom Co., Ltd. for their game "Ghost'n Goblins Gold Knights" developed for iPhone and iPod touch. This adoption enables
Computer industry
In a typical final trading session of the year, stocks are mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) poised to log a 17-percent gain for the year, a feat last accomplished in 2003. Amidst the economic news drought, investors have turned to equities, seeking news and positive developments to
Computer industry
Verizon Communications Inc. has launched its new retail strategy to promote its FiOS television, telephone, and high-speed Internet service by opening stores called Verizon Experience in shopping malls. The company is following the lead of high-tech companies like Apple Computer Inc. and opening its stores to showcase its offerings to
Computer industry
Microsoft and Verizon are teaming up to challenge Apple's dominance in the music downloading market with their V CAST music service, which allows users to download and play full-track digital music on their mobile handsets. This move marks a significant shift in the industry, with experts predicting that
Computer industry
Jim Collins, editor of the OTC Insight newsletter, identifies B/E Aerospace, Inc. as a top pick, citing significant growth potential and decreased risk. Collins' analysis highlights the company's impressive financial performance, attributing the strong results to increased sales of commercial aircraft passenger cabin equipment and engineering
Computer industry
Apple's announcement to make episodes of popular shows available on its video iPods has sent shockwaves through the television industry. The development, which allows users to download episodes of "Desperate Housewives" and "Lost" for $1.99 a piece, marks a significant shift in the
Computer industry
Apple Computers unveiled its latest innovation, the video iPod, which can store 75 to 150 hours of video, 2000 music videos, and five TV shows from Disney's ABC, including "Desperate Housewives" and "Lost." This strategic partnership with Disney marks a landmark distribution deal, solidifying
Intel Corp.
Apple's CEO Steve Jobs is reportedly planning to abandon the company's 14-year partnership with IBM and Motorola in favor of Intel processors for its Macintosh computers, a move that could have significant implications for the tech industry and consumer electronics market. The decision is seen as
Intel Corp.
The transition will help the Mac compete against Windows PCs in performance and price, but poses big challenges for Apple, software developers, and users. After years of touting its Macintosh computers as superior, Apple announced Monday that it will switch to Intel Corp. microprocessors that power computers designed to run
Semiconductor industry
In a major shift in its strategy, Apple has announced that it will be dropping IBM-manufactured chips used in its Macintosh products and switching to Intel processors. This move is expected to result in cheaper, faster, and more powerful machines, with analysts predicting that prices could be cut by between
Semiconductor industry
In a highly active Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 Index experienced significant fluctuations, with the Nasdaq Composite Index firmly above the 2,000 level. The market continues to show resilience, despite recent headwinds. The Schaeffer's Midday Options Update highlights key trends,
