uSocial: Michael Jackson Bought Twitter Followers
uSocial claims to have worked with Jackson's family to secure some 25,000 Twitter followers.
Miami Arms Police With In-Air Spy Drone
Miami police could soon be the first in the United States to use cutting-edge, spy-in-the-sky technology to beef up their fight against crime.
'Next-Gen Internet' Still Faces Many Questions
The blogosphere has been buzzing about a Times Online story from Sunday, talking about the Large Hadron Collider Computing Grid and its progress. But the paper missed the opportunity to ask for a status update.
Microsoft Passport Morphs into Windows Live ID
The universal-login service is being overhauled to serve as the authentication system for Windows Live, Office Live, Xbox Live, MSN and other Microsoft online services.
TomTom Updates GO GPS Line
The TomTom GO 730 and 930 use historical traffic data to find the best route, instead of relying on speed limits alone.
Ballmer Threatens Linux and Open Source with Patents Again
Here we go again. At a Microsoft partner meeting in London, Ballmer said Linux open source violates Microsoft patents and intellectual property.
E-Gambling Firms Slam German Ban
Europe's online gaming industry filed a complaint with the European Commission on Tuesday, saying Germany's ban on online gambling breaks EU law on the free movement of services.
Epson Announces PowerLite Pilot to Manage Projector Cables and Connect
The Epson Powerlite Pilot lets teachers and other users of Epson's short-throw projectors manage cables and connectivity.
American Airlines Adding Streaming Video Services to Flights This Summ
Passengers on American Airlines flights are about to get a new perk. Instead of craning their necks to catch reruns of "Monk" and excerpts from "The Tonight Show" on tiny aisle TV sets, they'll be able to wirelessly stream content to their personal devices from the comfort of their own seats.
Verizon Could Sue to Keep Cell-Phone Numbers Private
Bellevue, Washington-based data broker Intelius in August launched a mobile phone directory that has wireless providers like Verizon considering legal action.
