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Where is Google voice-powered search? (CNET)

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 22:41:00 +0000

CNET - Reporters were put into a frenzy this week when Google announced it was set to launch version two of its mobile search application for the iPhone which included the addition of voice-powered search, allowing you skip the keyboard altogether. But now the question is, where is it?

Original post by CNET and software by Elliott Back

Facebook removes Italian neo-Nazi pages (CNET)

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:51:00 +0000

CNET - Facebook pulled several Italian neo-Nazi pages from its Web site following a public outcry and complaints from European regulators that the pages promoted violence against gypsies.

Original post by CNET and software by Elliott Back

In shift, Microsoft sells software online (AFP)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:08:13 +0000

AFP - Microsoft, which has made billions of dollars selling packaged software, has opened its first online store in the United States offering its ubiquitous programs for downloading.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

Senator Plans To Enforce Net Neutrality with Law (NewsFactor)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:34:05 +0000

NewsFactor - A lawmaker is bringing the issue of net neutrality back into the spotlight. Sen. Byron Dorgan (D-N.D.) plans to introduce a bill in January that would stop Internet service providers from blocking and managing certain Internet content.

Original post by NewsFactor and software by Elliott Back

Google Offers Search By Voice, and iPhone Gets It First (NewsFactor)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:33:20 +0000

NewsFactor - Google is pushing its voice-recognition technology to Apple’s iPhone first, before devices running its own Android mobile platform.

Original post by NewsFactor and software by Elliott Back

Online Microsoft Store Opens for U.S. Customers (NewsFactor)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:32:53 +0000

NewsFactor - Microsoft on Friday opened an online store for U.S. customers. The company already has online marketplaces in the United Kingdom, Germany and Korea.

Original post by NewsFactor and software by Elliott Back

World asked to help craft online charter for religious harmony (AFP)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:14:05 +0000

AFP - A website launched Friday with the backing of technology industry and Hollywood elite urges people worldwide to help craft a framework for harmony between all religions.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

Google giving voice to iPhone Internet search (AFP)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:27:19 +0000

AFP - Google is reportedly weighing into the Internet voice search arena with a free application that lets iPhone users surf online by speaking queries.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

Microsoft Says Live Search Cashback Met Goals (NewsFactor)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:06:44 +0000

NewsFactor - Microsoft says it has realized several key metrics it set for the Live Search cashback program it launched in May. The program was designed to help merchants maximize their advertising investments and drive more sales by providing consumers with a cash incentive to buy online.

Original post by NewsFactor and software by Elliott Back

No US inauguration tickets on eBay (AFP)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:33:04 +0000

AFP - Tickets for the upcoming inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th president of the United States are the hottest in town — but don’t go looking for them on eBay.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back