Friday, November 30, 2012

[Technology] Google buys parcel storage service BufferBox

Google buys parcel storage service BufferBox
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/google-locks-up-deal-for-canadian-start-up-bufferbox/articleshow/17436798.cms
IDG News Service - Google has bought some more storage, but not the digital kind. The company has acquired BufferBox, a Canadian startup that offers temporary storage lockers where people can receive online purchases when they're not at home.

Apple launches iTunes 11, integerates iCloud
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tech/personal-tech/computing/Apple-launches-iTunes-11-integerates-iCloud/articleshow/17438281.cms
SAN FRANCISCO: Apple has launched a new version of its iTunes media service, overhauling its look and feel while integrating it more closely with the company's internet storage service, iCloud.

Android-based Ouya game console shipping soon
http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/182696/Ouya_hits_its_first_milestone_Devkits_shipping_on_time_in_December.php
Christmas comes twice this year for those who signed up for a developers' console in Ouya's Kickstarter campaign. Eric Mack.

Zynga loses Facebook's favor, shares drop 7%
http://www.livemint.com/Companies/1pObXNdJB7sQaMUyupsqwI/Facebook-Zynga-revamp-partnership.html
Zynga and Facebook aren't the bosom buddies they used to be, and as a result, Zynga's shares are down 7-percent. This comes after a regulatory filing revealed the contract between the two companies has loosened their ties quite a bit.

Surface Pro: Too much money for too little tablet?
http://www.zdnet.com/surface-pro-too-much-money-for-too-little-tablet-7000008156/
Summary: The Surface Pro, Microsoft's Windows 8 tablet/laptop for the enterprise, may offer too little goodness for too much money.

Ford Recalling New Escape, Fusion Models for Engine Fires
http://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2012/12/01/ford-recalling-new-escape-fusion-models-for-engine-fires/
Ford Motor Co. is recalling about 73,320 Escape compact sport-utility vehicles and 15,833 Fusion midsize sedans from the 2013 model year because of reported overheating problems that could cause engine fires.

Mazda to offer diesel engine in new Mazda6 for the US
http://www.slashgear.com/mazda-to-offer-diesel-engine-in-new-mazda6-for-the-us-30259075/
The Los Angeles auto show is in full swing and automotive news is coming at a frantic pace. A new bit of information from Mazda has surfaced at the auto show having to do with the new mid-sized Mazda6.

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