What's in Store for Apple's iOS 7?
There's been talk recently that Apple's products are beginning to coast on their glorious past. So, with Apple's big Worldwide Developers Conference opening next month, speculation is heating up about a new iOS 7. FULL STORY
Facebook Steadies, Year Post IPO Flop Some stock watchers suggest that Facebook's recent reversal of fortune reflects a rejuvenated tech market, and the company would have fared much better had it gone public in this year's better climate.
Batteries May Fuel Solar, Wind Growth The battle to build a better battery is intensifying as the United States and other countries, faced with climate change, look to expand carbon-free renewable energy such as wind and solar.
Windows 8.1: No Cost, Big Pressure An update to address complaints with Microsoft's latest operating system will be available for free, later this year. Microsoft says Windows 8.1 will be best for smaller, less expensive tablets with 7- and 8-inch screens.
Google Glass Raises Privacy Concerns The buzz around Google Glass continues, but it's not all good. Some in Congress have questions. "We are curious whether this new technology could infringe on the privacy of average Americans," their letter to Google says.
What's in Store for Apple's iOS 7? There's been talk recently that Apple's products are beginning to coast on their glorious past. So, with Apple's big Worldwide Developers Conference opening next month, speculation is heating up about a new iOS 7.
Google Glass Raises Congressional Privacy Concerns The buzz around Google Glass continues, but it's not all good. Some in Congress have questions. "We are curious whether this new technology could infringe on the privacy of average Americans," their letter to Google says.
Windows Phone Now No. 3 in Market, BlackBerry No. 4 Has Microsoft Phone moved into a coveted though distant third place for smartphone platforms behind Google's Android and Apple's iOS? A new report says yes, while BlackBerry has slipped to No. 4.
Enterprise Software Spotlight
Should Enterprises Skip Over Windows 8? Because of the interface changes and compatibility issues, most businesses will not adopt Windows 8 as their standard, but must be prepared to meet employee BYOD demand for it, Forrester Research says.
HP and SAP Team To Advance HANA Database Technology The two tech leaders are working on a system that SAP says could fundamentally change the database market. HANA is SAP's technology that keeps data in-memory, for super fast processing.
Revlon Saving Millions with Microsoft Dynamics The cosmetics giant is reporting millions of dollars in savings thanks to consolidating its enterprise resource planning by using Microsoft Dynamics ERP. Revlon CIO David Giambruno recently shared his story.
Enterprise Hardware Spotlight
U.S. Defense Department Gives iOS 6 Security OK In a vote of confidence for Apple's iOS devices, the Defense Department has given the all-clear for employees to use iPads and iPhones for work. But only those running iOS 6, and only if issued by the government.
Cisco Surges After Profit Exceeds Analysts' Estimates Networking equipment giant Cisco's net income jumped 14 percent in the latest quarter as revenue at all four of its divisions rose for the first time in a year and a half, as tech spending increases.
HP and SAP Team To Advance HANA Database Technology The two tech leaders are working on a system that SAP says could fundamentally change the database market. HANA is SAP's technology that keeps data in-memory, for super fast processing.
Enterprise Security Spotlight
Syrian Electronic Army Hacks Financial Times The Financial Times is the latest victim of the Syrian Electronic Army, a group that supports Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. The U.K.-based newspaper said a blog and its Twitter accounts were hacked.
Patch Tuesday Hyper Focuses on IE 8 Microsoft on Tuesday issued 10 security bulletins that fix 33 vulnerabilities. These updates include MS13-038, which will address the Internet Explorer 8 issue described in Security Advisory 2847140.
Surge of Venture Capital Buoys Tech Security Sector With companies and governments spending billions to repel cyberthreats, a surge of venture capital is pouring into companies developing cybersecurity technologies, the front line of the conflict.