Google signs music service deals with Sony, Universal: report
Google has signed licensing deals with Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment to launch a subscription music service
Google CEO says vocal cords affected by “very rare” condition
Google Chief Executive Larry Page provided the first public details of the voice ailment that sidelined him from speaking engagements last summer
Microsoft says OS update to be called Windows 8.1
Microsoft has said the company’s forthcoming update to its Windows operating system will be called Windows 8.1
Nvidia targets gaming enthusiasts with hand-held gadget
Chipmaker Nvidia said it will start shipping its Shield hand-held gaming device in June
Nokia loses market share to Samsung, Apple
Nokia, battling to keep up with Samsung and Apple in the global phone race, lost almost 5 percentage points of market share
Amazon buys display tech from Samsung, launches digital currency
Liquavista acquisition prompts rumours of flexible colour Kindle devices
Sony entertainment businesses not for sale
A New York-based hedge fund has proposed that Sony spin off its entertainment division via an IPO
Apps bring live music into the home
Music lovers wanting to hear live tunes without leaving the comfort of their home can use new computer apps that connect them to events in venues around the world
Sharp turns to Samsung for survival as Apple loses steam
Japanese display maker Sharp will aim to boost sales to the iPhone maker’s chief rival Samsung Electronics to secure its survival
Nintendo wins appeals court decision over Wii
Nintendo won a US appeals court decision in a patent case that will allow it to keep importing its popular Wii system into the United States.
