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Software

Google Earth 6.1.0.4738 released

On Thursday, software giant Google released version 6.1.0.4738 of its popular Google Earth program. The new version, a 23.8 megabyte download, adds the following new fixes and changes: – Improved the robustness of network access by providing better support for Proxy and SSL certs. This will fix issues users have experienced of not being able […]

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iPhone Rumor

Rumor: Apple to add KDDI as Japanese iPhone carrier, end Softbank monopoly

A monopoly can’t last forever. Per The Nikkei, Japanese carrier KDDI will break up rival Softbank’s exclusive hold on Apple’s iPhone in the country early next year, when it will reportedly begin selling the iPhone 5. The business newspaper said on Thursday it had learned that the company will offer Apple’s next-generation iPhone through its […]

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Finance News retail

Apple begins ordering NAND Flash memory from alternate vendors, works to curb reliance on Samsung

When in doubt, find another supplier. Per DigiTimes, Apple is increasing purchases of flash memory from Japanese suppliers in an effort to scale back its dependance on Samsung for components, as the two companies continue their legal dispute. DigiTimes on Thursday cited industry sources as saying that Apple has tapped Toshiba and Elpida Memory for […]