Amid Long Odds, BlackBerry Maker Unveils New Line and New Name
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/01/31/technology/blackberry-maker-unveils-its-new-line.html
One of the most awkwardly named companies, Research in Motion, has decided it should no longer have to define itself as the maker of BlackBerry smartphones every time the company is mentioned.
Facebook moving fast on mobile, and spending tons on everything
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/technology/news-summary-facebook-4th-quarter-results-jump-past-wall-streets-views-but-stock-falls/2013/01/30/d51830ea-6b43-11e2-9a0b-db931670f35d_story.html
The social network showed for a second time that mobile can be a major cash cow. Too bad it takes money to make money. Jennifer Van Grove.
Foursquare reveals the 'best of' based on 3 billion check-ins
http://androidcommunity.com/the-best-of-foursquare-ranks-users-favorite-check-ins-20130130/
As the social network increasingly moves toward ratings and reviews, it rolls out its "best of" lists for food, nightlife, activities, and more in 30 U.S.
Valve releases Steam Greenlight update, brings with it a handful of improvements
http://www.shacknews.com/article/77625/steam-greenlight-update-adds-skip-option-collections
Valve has rolled out an update to Steam Greenlight, bringing with it a handful of improvements based on requests and feedback from users.
Nintendo makes drastic cut to forecast
http://www.zdnet.com/nintendo-makes-drastic-cut-to-forecast-7000010592/
Summary: Japanese games company says it will post an operating loss of US$220 million for the year, instead of a profit of US$220 million in its previous estimate, due to lower-than-expected sales in year-end sales season and weaker yen.
Google asks: How much is mapping worth?
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/internet-age-navigation-drives-economies-studies/articleshow/18256373.cms
How much has mapping software changed your life? The anecdotal impact is easy to assess. Look no further than the uproar Apple faced after it switched the iPhone's default mapping program from Google Maps to its own much criticized service.
Mercedes Super Bowl Ad 2013: Kate Upton, Usher, Willem Dafoe Appear In ...
http://www.extratv.com/2013/01/30/usher-confesses-he-loves-kate-upton/
After posting their 2013 Super Bowl commercial, featuring the gorgeous Kate Upton sudsing up the company's new CLA-Class, on YouTube last week, Mercedes-Benz released this extended cut of its ad on Tuesday.
Microsoft to launch Surface Pro at Best Buy New York on February 8
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2270626/Microsofts-64GB-Surface-Pro-tablet-ship-TWO-THIRDS-storage-space-used-up.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Summary: Microsoft is planning another midnight launch for the latest member of its Surface family, just ahead of its February 9 commercial availability date.
'Eyes free' Siri coming to 2013 Hondas and Acuras
http://venturebeat.com/2013/01/30/honda-siri-integration/
Honda has announced that the new "eyes free" mode for Apple's Siri voice assistant will be built into upcoming Honda and Acura vehicles.
Toyota recall: 1.3 million vehicles for rogue airbags, faulty wiper blades
http://www.csmonitor.com/Business/In-Gear/2013/0130/Toyota-recall-1.3-million-vehicles-for-rogue-airbags-faulty-wiper-blades
Safety woes continue for Toyota, which has had a busy few months on the recall front. The automaker is recalling nearly 1.3 million cars over issues with faulty airbags and wiper blades.
Brutal Torture Scene Removed From Splinter Cell: Blacklist
http://www.psxextreme.com/ps3-news/12667.html
When Splinter Cell: Blacklist showed up at Microsoft's E3 press conference last year, people were a little surprised to see such vicious and brutal torture on display.
Don't be confused by the 128GB iPad. It's not for you.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/9834402/Apple-announces-128GB-iPad.html
Summary: Apple have announced a 128GB version of the iPad. Don't worry though, unless you have a very specialised job, you don't need one.
Yandex's Wonder App Latest to Be Quashed By Facebook
http://venturebeat.com/2013/01/30/yandex-facebook-data/
IDG News Service (San Francisco Bureau) - Russian search giant Yandex is temporarily suspending the development of its Wonder social discovery app just one week after Facebook blocked the app's access to its API data.
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http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2013/01/30/064441-ford-enews-jan-30-2013.html
Green Car Technology finalists: One of the company's three finalists for the award, Ford's Fusion Energi can travel up to 85 mph in electric-only mode.
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