Is anti-virus needed for Android smartphones?

Whether anti-virus apps are necessary for Android using smartphones or not is one of the hottest topics of discussion on the Internet. It seems that as of now there isnt any need to start pressing the panic button. The Android OS is built on the Linux operating system, which is believed to be quite secure and stable. However, it is also a fact that we live in a world chockfull of viruses,... By

It takes $209.63 to make Amazon tablet: IHS

A new report from IHS iSuppli states that the new tablet PC from Amazon, the Kindle Fire, costs $209.63 to make. IHS iSuppli said the components that go into the Kindle Fire cost $191.65. Additional manufacturing expenses bring the total cost to $209.63. Amazon is planning to sell the device at $199, so based on IHS iSuppli's estimates the company may lose just under $10 on each Kindle Fire that... By

Aim High: Facebook app to let you star in a show

Produced by Warner Bros and directed by Hollywood director McG, Aim High is aimed at teens and potentially marks a major step in Facebook's evolution towards major player status in the entertainment business. The main star of the series is the Twilight sensation, Jackson Rathbone, who is playing the role Nick Green, a high schooler who leads a double life as a spy. Friday Night Lights Aimee... By

Intel Capital to invest $20 m in 6 Indian firms

Intel Capital, Intels global investment organisation, has announced plans to invest approximately $20million, in six Indian companies. The investments are part of Intel Capitals ongoing efforts to support Indian technology innovation and entrepreneurship.Indian entrepreneurs are increasingly at the forefront of innovation, using technology to change the way we live and do work. Intel Capitals... By

Global semicon capital spending to decline 19.2%

Worldwide semiconductor capital equipment spending is expected to total $35.2 billion in 2012, a 19.2 percent decline from projected 2011 spending of $43.5 billion, according to Gartner, Inc. Excess electronics inventory and poor demand as a result of the slowing macro economy are to blame for the declining spending."The slowdown appears to be across the board. While it appears the foundries... By

Payment card security compliance problematic

For the second year in a row, a Verizon report has found that too many businesses are struggling to comply with payment card security standards, putting consumers confidential information at risk.According to the Verizon Payment Card Industry Compliance Report, most businesses that accept credit or debit cards, or both, continue to struggle to achieve and maintain compliance with the Payment... By

Aditi and New Madison launch HawkEyeQ

Aditi Technologies, a leading provider of software product and application development services, announced that it has partnered with New Madison Avenue, a marketing technology services firm, to launch a new marketing initiative HawkEyeQ which is aimed at CMOs, who are looking at a bridge to the CIOs agenda. CMOs have it tough. Under pressure from the CEO to make things happen fast and from... By

Wipro is MS Software Development Partner of 2011

Wipro Technologies, the global IT, consulting and outsourcing business of Wipro Limited has announced that it has won the 2011 Microsoft (MS) Software Development Partner of the Year Award. The company was honored among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions, based on Microsoft technology.According to Srini... By

Kindle Fire may force others to cut prices

Asian technology companies came under pressure on Thursday to slash prices of their tablet computers after Amazon.com launched its Kindle Fire at a mass market-friendly $199.From Samsung Electronics to Sony Corp, major Asian tablet makers have ambitious plans to take on Apple, whose iPad is the gold standard in the booming market.With their me-too type of products priced almost at the same level... By

Airtel, Nokia Siemens deal for expansion in Africa

Telecom giant Bharti Airtel said it has signed an agreement with Nokia Siemens Networks to expand its second generation (2G) network and deploy third generation (3G) network in seven African countries.Nokia Siemens will manage end-to-end network operations, including planning, designing and implementing the 2G and 3G networks for Airtel.The vendor will provide its energy-efficient base stations... By

Mobile Broadband in 1800MHZ Spectrum

The rapid growth of mobile broadband is forcing operators to add both coverage and capacity, applying a holistic spectrum strategy that covers voice-centric and mobile broadband network deployments. As the penetration of 3G-capable terminals increases, the 1800MHz spectrum used for GSM services becomes an increasingly attractive candidate for refarming to mobile broadband services based on LTE... By

IMT Advanced Mobile Wireless Broadband Services

As third generation (3G) International Mobile Telecommunication 2000 (IMT-2000) systems are being deployed, evolution of further advanced systems, known as IMT-Advanced Systems is taking place. International Mobile Telecommunications-Advanced (IMT-Advanced) systems are mobile systems that include the new capabilities of IMT that go beyond those of IMT-2000. Such systems provide access to a wide... By