Google May Make Gmail More Social Analysts Expect iPad Price To Drop MySpace-Suspension Rulings Differ Nook E-Reader Heads to Retail Stores iPad Blitz Yields Low Buying Plans With No Killer App, iPad Is a Hard Sell Google will reportedly roll more social-networking features into Gmail, the fastest-growing e-mail service. The new features could save users the trouble of switching to Facebook or Twitter.
Just weeks before Apple officially rolls out the iPad, financial analysts are making pricing predictions. But could the analysis itself hinder the initial demand for the pricey tablet computer? Federal judges wrestling with whether schools can discipline students for Internet speech posted offsite have reached different rulings in two Pennsylvania cases, adding to confusion over free speech. Barnes & Noble's popular nook e-book reader is back in stock online and will roll out to most of its U.S. stores this week. Exclusive Valentine's Day-themed online content will also be offered. The good news for Apple is that it has clearly accomplished its objective of getting the word out about its new iPad tablet computer. The bad news is that people aren't likely to line up to buy one. Apple has revolutionized the music and wireless industries with its iPod and iPhone. The recent buzz reflects high hopes that with the iPad, Apple can similarly transform a third industry: publishing. FULL STORYFULL STORYFULL STORYFULL STORYFULL STORYFULL STORY
Google May Add Facebook, Twitter Links to Gmail Google will reportedly roll more social-networking features into Gmail, the fastest-growing e-mail service. The new features could save users the trouble of switching to Facebook or Twitter.
IBM's New POWER7 Servers Save Energy with Big Loads IBM has unveiled high-capacity servers that are the first to be based on its new, multi-core POWER7 chip. It said the new line is designed "to manage the most demanding emerging applications."
IBM Opens Eco-Friendly, Cloud-Focused Data Center IBM has opened its latest data center in North Carolina. Big Blue said the $362 million facility in Research Triangle Park is designed to support cloud computing and other new computing models.