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Tech Giants Make Moves: Apple, Google, Intel, Microsoft, and LG Update Products and Markets

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Leading tech companies are gearing up for new product launches and market expansions. Sources indicate that Apple is set to launch a new tablet computer in Q2, with suppliers already shipping touchscreen panels and preparing to deliver aluminum casings next month. Meanwhile, Google is seeking permission from the US energy regulator to buy and sell electricity in the wholesale market to power its massive data centers. Intel, on the other hand, is launching an online app store for netbook computers, following Apple's successful model. Microsoft is appealing a patent case and LG Electronics has confirmed that its devices will feature Microsoft's highly anticipated Windows 7 Mobile later this year.

Key Takeaways:

  • Apple's new tablet computer is expected to be launched in Q2, with suppliers already shipping touchscreen panels and aluminum casings.
  • Google has asked the US energy regulator for permission to buy and sell electricity in the wholesale market to power its data centers.
  • Intel is launching an online app store for netbook computers, similar to Apple's successful App Store.
  • Microsoft is appealing a patent case against a small Canadian company, seeking to overturn a $290 million verdict.
  • LG Electronics has confirmed that its devices will feature Microsoft's highly anticipated Windows 7 Mobile later this year.
  • The new Microsoft operating system is expected to provide enhanced mobile capabilities and user experience.
  • The FCC is being questioned by US judges over its authority in regulating broadband providers like Comcast.

Statistics:

  • Apple is expected to launch its new tablet computer in Q2.
  • Google's data centers consume significant amounts of power, prompting the company to seek permission to buy and sell electricity in the wholesale market.
  • Intel is launching an online app store for netbook computers, with a focus on providing users with a wide range of applications.
  • Microsoft is appealing a patent case worth $290 million.
  • LG Electronics reports that its devices featuring Microsoft's Windows 7 Mobile will be available by the end of the year.

Sources:

  • "Apple tablet supply chain points to Q2 launch: sources" (no date), (no author), [1]
  • "Judges question FCC authority in Comcast case" (no date), (no author), [2]
  • "Google seeks U.S. approval to trade wholesale power" (no date), (no author), [3]
  • "Microsoft appeals Word patent case once more" (no date), (no author), [4]
  • "Intel announces online netbook app store" (no date), (no author), [5]
  • "Windows Mobile 7 due on LG phones this year" (no date), (no author), [6]

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