The following is a roundup of my stories from Investors.com.
Netflix subscriber churn increase could be sign of “stream cutting.” (July 30, 2016)
Dolby Laboratories gets lift from Apple, Amazon, Netflix. (July 29, 2016)
Apple hits Great Wall of competition in China smartphone market. (July 29, 2016)
Apple only top-5 smartphone vendor to lose share in Q2. (July 28, 2016)
GoPro stock jumps on Q2 earnings, second-half 2016 guidance. (July 28, 2016)
GoPro beats Q2 views, guides 2016 sales target higher. (July 27, 2016)
How many watches did Apple sell last quarter? (July 27, 2016)
Apple stock gets upgrade, price-target hikes after Q3 beat and raise. (July 27, 2016)
5 key takeaways from Apple’s upbeat Q3 earnings report. (July 27, 2016)
Apple stock jumps late on iPhone sales beat, reassuring guidance. (July 26, 2016)
Fueled by iPhone 8, OLED displays to take over smartphones. (July 26, 2016)
Netflix stock buoyed by insider buying; Seen as bullish sign. (July 26, 2016)
Adobe Systems “in the right markets at the right time.” (July 26, 2016)
Nintendo tanks on news it won’t benefit much from “Pokemon Go.” (July 25, 2016)
Moody’s raises red flag on Microsoft’s credit outlook. (July 25, 2016)
Apple could use new CEO leadership, analyst suggests. (July 25, 2016)
Apple Watch outlook slashed as buyers await new model. (July 25, 2016)
Apple iPhone 7 release targeted for Sept. 16, report says. (July 25, 2016)
Redbox parent Outerwall going private in $1.6 billion acquisition. (July 25, 2016)
Photo: Dolby Laboratories headquarters in San Francisco. (Dolby)
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Saturday, July 30, 2016
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Week in review: Apple earnings prompt investors to wonder if glory days are over
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Apple investors worry that glory days are over. (April 29, 2016)
Patent bully Rovi gets makeover with acquisition of TiVo. (April 29, 2016)
Redbox parent Outerwall beats views, not negative sentiment. (April 29, 2016)
Apple offers possible clue to Apple car in SEC filing. (April 28, 2016)
Fitbit bolsters China prospects with e-commerce deal. (April 28, 2016)
Smartphone shipments decline; Apple, Samsung lead retreat. (April 28, 2016)
Honeymoon over for Apple Watch, version 2 needed. (April 28, 2016)
How many watches did Apple sell last quarter? (April 27, 2016)
5 key takeaways from Apple’s unsettling Q2 earnings report. (April 27, 2016)
Apple stock dives after iPhone sales fall for first time ever. (April 26, 2016)
Adobe teams with Box to improve digital document workflow. (April 26, 2016)
How much did iPhone sales fall in Apple’s March quarter? (April 26, 2016)
GoPro finds woe in high action-camera inventories. (April 25, 2016)
Netflix stock gets belated price-target cut from UBS. (April 25, 2016)
Feds drop second big iPhone encryption case against Apple. (April 25, 2016)
Photo: Cover of Bruce Springsteen single “Glory Days.”
Apple investors worry that glory days are over. (April 29, 2016)
Patent bully Rovi gets makeover with acquisition of TiVo. (April 29, 2016)
Redbox parent Outerwall beats views, not negative sentiment. (April 29, 2016)
Apple offers possible clue to Apple car in SEC filing. (April 28, 2016)
Fitbit bolsters China prospects with e-commerce deal. (April 28, 2016)
Smartphone shipments decline; Apple, Samsung lead retreat. (April 28, 2016)
Honeymoon over for Apple Watch, version 2 needed. (April 28, 2016)
How many watches did Apple sell last quarter? (April 27, 2016)
5 key takeaways from Apple’s unsettling Q2 earnings report. (April 27, 2016)
Apple stock dives after iPhone sales fall for first time ever. (April 26, 2016)
Adobe teams with Box to improve digital document workflow. (April 26, 2016)
How much did iPhone sales fall in Apple’s March quarter? (April 26, 2016)
GoPro finds woe in high action-camera inventories. (April 25, 2016)
Netflix stock gets belated price-target cut from UBS. (April 25, 2016)
Feds drop second big iPhone encryption case against Apple. (April 25, 2016)
Photo: Cover of Bruce Springsteen single “Glory Days.”
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Week in review: Adobe earnings, new iRobot floor-mopping robot, Sony VR gear
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Apple-FBI court case gets more comedian-splaining. (March 18, 2016)
Apple investors should brace themselves: Monday event could be a yawner. (March 18, 2016)
Adobe Systems stock hits new high on Q1 beat and raise. (March 18, 2016)
Adobe Systems beats Q1 views, guides Q2 EPS higher. (March 17, 2016)
Jabil Circuit’s weak guidance suggests soft Apple iPhone demand. (March 17, 2016)
Google parent Alphabet to sell humanoid robot maker Boston Dynamics. (March 17, 2016)
Apple Watch shipments slowing ahead of version 2. (March 17, 2016)
Microsoft stock gets thumbs up from Oppenheimer. (March 17, 2016)
Apple’s rumored iPhone SE is subject of “modest” expectations. (March 16, 2016)
Netflix, Amazon, Akamai benefiting from cable cord-cutters. (March 16, 2016)
iRobot hopes to clean up in floor-mopping business. (March 16, 2016)
Apple urges court to “zealously guard civil liberties.” (March 16, 2016)
Sony undercuts virtual reality rivals with $399 VR headset. (March 15, 2016)
Apple iPhone demand “tracking ahead of expectations.” (March 15, 2016)
Adobe Systems Q1 earnings expectations are cloud high. (March 15, 2016)
Redbox owner Outerwall doubles dividend, explores possible sale. (March 14, 2016)
Sony takes Internet TV service PlayStation Vue nationwide. (March 14, 2016)
Amazon tablet market share surges, thanks to its low-cost slates. (March 14, 2016)
Better times for Apple could start with spring product launch. (March 14, 2016)
Photo: iRobot’s new Braava Jet floor-mopping robot.
Apple-FBI court case gets more comedian-splaining. (March 18, 2016)
Apple investors should brace themselves: Monday event could be a yawner. (March 18, 2016)
Adobe Systems stock hits new high on Q1 beat and raise. (March 18, 2016)
Adobe Systems beats Q1 views, guides Q2 EPS higher. (March 17, 2016)
Jabil Circuit’s weak guidance suggests soft Apple iPhone demand. (March 17, 2016)
Google parent Alphabet to sell humanoid robot maker Boston Dynamics. (March 17, 2016)
Apple Watch shipments slowing ahead of version 2. (March 17, 2016)
Microsoft stock gets thumbs up from Oppenheimer. (March 17, 2016)
Apple’s rumored iPhone SE is subject of “modest” expectations. (March 16, 2016)
Netflix, Amazon, Akamai benefiting from cable cord-cutters. (March 16, 2016)
iRobot hopes to clean up in floor-mopping business. (March 16, 2016)
Apple urges court to “zealously guard civil liberties.” (March 16, 2016)
Sony undercuts virtual reality rivals with $399 VR headset. (March 15, 2016)
Apple iPhone demand “tracking ahead of expectations.” (March 15, 2016)
Adobe Systems Q1 earnings expectations are cloud high. (March 15, 2016)
Redbox owner Outerwall doubles dividend, explores possible sale. (March 14, 2016)
Sony takes Internet TV service PlayStation Vue nationwide. (March 14, 2016)
Amazon tablet market share surges, thanks to its low-cost slates. (March 14, 2016)
Better times for Apple could start with spring product launch. (March 14, 2016)
Photo: iRobot’s new Braava Jet floor-mopping robot.
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Saturday, February 6, 2016
Week in review: Super Bowl tech ads, GoPro earnings
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Tech firms draft Neeson, Schwarzenegger for Super Bowl 50 ads. (Feb. 5, 2016)
Redbox faces hit from accelerating shift to streaming video. (Feb. 5, 2016)
iRobot sells military robot division to focus on home robots. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Take-Two Interactive Software’s games show staying power; Q3 beats. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Taylor Swift video game in Glu Mobile investors’ “Wildest Dreams.” (Feb. 4, 2016)
Morgan Stanley says Apple stock ripe for picking. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Action camera maker GoPro mauled by bears after Q4 earnings. (Feb. 4, 2016)
GoPro wipes out after giving horrible Q1 guidance; Q4 misses. (Feb. 3, 2016)
Fitbit gets fashionable with Alta fitness wristband. (Feb. 3, 2016)
Fitbit given physical, passes with outperform rating. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Netflix stock value too compelling to pass up, Piper Jaffray says. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Apple poised to disappoint with March product-launch event. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Everybody into the pool! Take-Two joins esports trend. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Microsoft’s badgering pays off with more Windows 10 upgrades. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Netflix scores big at Screen Actors Guild Awards with four trophies. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Apple iPad sales falling twice as fast as overall tablet market. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Photo: Actor Liam Neeson stars in a Super Bowl 50 commercial touting LG’s flagship OLED television. (LG photo.)
Tech firms draft Neeson, Schwarzenegger for Super Bowl 50 ads. (Feb. 5, 2016)
Redbox faces hit from accelerating shift to streaming video. (Feb. 5, 2016)
iRobot sells military robot division to focus on home robots. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Take-Two Interactive Software’s games show staying power; Q3 beats. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Taylor Swift video game in Glu Mobile investors’ “Wildest Dreams.” (Feb. 4, 2016)
Morgan Stanley says Apple stock ripe for picking. (Feb. 4, 2016)
Action camera maker GoPro mauled by bears after Q4 earnings. (Feb. 4, 2016)
GoPro wipes out after giving horrible Q1 guidance; Q4 misses. (Feb. 3, 2016)
Fitbit gets fashionable with Alta fitness wristband. (Feb. 3, 2016)
Fitbit given physical, passes with outperform rating. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Netflix stock value too compelling to pass up, Piper Jaffray says. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Apple poised to disappoint with March product-launch event. (Feb. 2, 2016)
Everybody into the pool! Take-Two joins esports trend. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Microsoft’s badgering pays off with more Windows 10 upgrades. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Netflix scores big at Screen Actors Guild Awards with four trophies. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Apple iPad sales falling twice as fast as overall tablet market. (Feb. 1, 2016)
Photo: Actor Liam Neeson stars in a Super Bowl 50 commercial touting LG’s flagship OLED television. (LG photo.)
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Week in review: Adobe Systems earnings, Apple iPhone battery case
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Critics pick on Apple’s “Quasimodo” iPhone case. (Dec. 11, 2015)
GoPro CEO hawking cameras on QVC may be a bad sign. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Electronic Arts tosses helmet into e-sports ring. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Wall Street is “too negative” on Apple iPhone business. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Adobe Systems stock hits record high on Q4 EPS beat. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Adobe Systems beats Q4 EPS views, sales in line. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Pay-TV cord cutting to continue through 2019. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Apple’s next big thing: Augmented reality. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Netflix tops all TV networks for Golden Globe nominations. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Adobe Systems investors hoping for cloudy Q4 report. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Microsoft, Alphabet, LinkedIn “top picks for 2016.” (Dec. 9, 2015)
Garmin, Fitbit score well among runners in survey. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Universal Display facing “frothy” OLED expectations. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Apple puts its pay-TV service ambitions on hold. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Apple Watch 2 poised for March debut. (Dec. 8, 2015)
Apple knee-caps Mophie, makes own phone battery case. (Dec. 8, 2015)
Outerwall crashes on Redbox business weakness. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Netflix stock reverses on global licensing concerns. (Dec. 7, 2015)
GoPro notches new low on JPMorgan price-target cut. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Apple Watch most buzzed-about product for holidays. (Dec. 7, 2015)
New 4-inch iPhone seen getting late 2016 release. (Dec. 7, 2015)
PC slump to continue, consolidation forecast. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Photo: Apple’s Smart Battery Case for the iPhone 6 and 6S.
Critics pick on Apple’s “Quasimodo” iPhone case. (Dec. 11, 2015)
GoPro CEO hawking cameras on QVC may be a bad sign. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Electronic Arts tosses helmet into e-sports ring. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Wall Street is “too negative” on Apple iPhone business. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Adobe Systems stock hits record high on Q4 EPS beat. (Dec. 11, 2015)
Adobe Systems beats Q4 EPS views, sales in line. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Pay-TV cord cutting to continue through 2019. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Apple’s next big thing: Augmented reality. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Netflix tops all TV networks for Golden Globe nominations. (Dec. 10, 2015)
Adobe Systems investors hoping for cloudy Q4 report. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Microsoft, Alphabet, LinkedIn “top picks for 2016.” (Dec. 9, 2015)
Garmin, Fitbit score well among runners in survey. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Universal Display facing “frothy” OLED expectations. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Apple puts its pay-TV service ambitions on hold. (Dec. 9, 2015)
Apple Watch 2 poised for March debut. (Dec. 8, 2015)
Apple knee-caps Mophie, makes own phone battery case. (Dec. 8, 2015)
Outerwall crashes on Redbox business weakness. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Netflix stock reverses on global licensing concerns. (Dec. 7, 2015)
GoPro notches new low on JPMorgan price-target cut. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Apple Watch most buzzed-about product for holidays. (Dec. 7, 2015)
New 4-inch iPhone seen getting late 2016 release. (Dec. 7, 2015)
PC slump to continue, consolidation forecast. (Dec. 7, 2015)
Photo: Apple’s Smart Battery Case for the iPhone 6 and 6S.
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Week in review: Apple, GoPro, EA, Outerwall earnings
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Fitbit to reveal if it’s in shape for the holidays. (Oct. 31, 2015)
“White knuckle” period for Apple stock seen over. (Oct. 30, 2015)
Facebook’s Oculus likely to trail in virtual reality market. (Oct. 30, 2015)
EA sports Q2 beat, sees brighter outlook for “Star Wars.” (Oct. 30, 2015)
Outerwall boosts profits as Redbox rentals slide. (Oct. 30, 2015)
Apple iPad shipments shrinking faster than tablet market. (Oct. 29, 2015)
GoPro stock wipes out on Q3 miss, weak Q4 outlook. (Oct. 29, 2015)
Wearables to U.S. adults: You’re putting me on. (Oct. 28, 2015)
How many watches did Apple sell last quarter? (Oct. 28, 2015)
Apple’s latest quarterly earnings: 5 key points. (Oct. 28, 2015)
Apple stock rises on Q4 sales, earnings beat. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Facebook could grab TV water-cooler crown from Twitter. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Apple Music might be planning more Beats radio stations. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Garmin takes on Fitbit with ads, new fitness bands. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Apple’s iPhone 6S off to fast start in U.S. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Microsoft: A stock rebound over 15 years in the making. (Oct. 26, 2015)
GoPro expectations low ahead of Q3 report. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Apple stock dragged down by chip supplier’s report. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Photo: Apple Music on the iPhone 6.
Fitbit to reveal if it’s in shape for the holidays. (Oct. 31, 2015)
“White knuckle” period for Apple stock seen over. (Oct. 30, 2015)
Facebook’s Oculus likely to trail in virtual reality market. (Oct. 30, 2015)
EA sports Q2 beat, sees brighter outlook for “Star Wars.” (Oct. 30, 2015)
Outerwall boosts profits as Redbox rentals slide. (Oct. 30, 2015)
Apple iPad shipments shrinking faster than tablet market. (Oct. 29, 2015)
GoPro stock wipes out on Q3 miss, weak Q4 outlook. (Oct. 29, 2015)
Wearables to U.S. adults: You’re putting me on. (Oct. 28, 2015)
How many watches did Apple sell last quarter? (Oct. 28, 2015)
Apple’s latest quarterly earnings: 5 key points. (Oct. 28, 2015)
Apple stock rises on Q4 sales, earnings beat. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Facebook could grab TV water-cooler crown from Twitter. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Apple Music might be planning more Beats radio stations. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Garmin takes on Fitbit with ads, new fitness bands. (Oct. 27, 2015)
Apple’s iPhone 6S off to fast start in U.S. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Microsoft: A stock rebound over 15 years in the making. (Oct. 26, 2015)
GoPro expectations low ahead of Q3 report. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Apple stock dragged down by chip supplier’s report. (Oct. 26, 2015)
Photo: Apple Music on the iPhone 6.
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Week in review: EA, Outerwall earnings; Windows 10 release
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Apple iPhone 6S, 6C handsets could fuel growth. (July 31, 2015)
Flying cameras to lift GoPro stock, Citi says. (July 31, 2015)
Outerwall falls as Redbox DVD rental business weakens. (July 31, 2015)
EA’s guidance puts video game maker in the rough. (July 31, 2015)
Game publisher EA beats Q1 views, disappoints on outlook. (July 30, 2015)
Apple, Huawei buck slowing smartphone sales trend. (July 30, 2015)
Fitbit giving Garmin fits in the fitness market. (July 30, 2015)
Microsoft hopes to woo back consumers with Windows 10. (July 29, 2015)
Apple, Samsung lose ground in tablet market. (July 29, 2015)
Tech giants rein in spending to focus on profits. (July 28, 2015)
Online shoppers rank free shipping as most important. (July 28, 2015)
Vizio IPO filing reveals slim margins, viewer data ambitions. (July 27, 2015)
Over half of U.S. iPhone owners have iPhone 6 handsets. (July 27, 2015)
Best Buy to offer Apple Watch, eyes big holiday season. (July 27, 2015)
Photo: Outerwall kiosks.
Apple iPhone 6S, 6C handsets could fuel growth. (July 31, 2015)
Flying cameras to lift GoPro stock, Citi says. (July 31, 2015)
Outerwall falls as Redbox DVD rental business weakens. (July 31, 2015)
EA’s guidance puts video game maker in the rough. (July 31, 2015)
Game publisher EA beats Q1 views, disappoints on outlook. (July 30, 2015)
Apple, Huawei buck slowing smartphone sales trend. (July 30, 2015)
Fitbit giving Garmin fits in the fitness market. (July 30, 2015)
Microsoft hopes to woo back consumers with Windows 10. (July 29, 2015)
Apple, Samsung lose ground in tablet market. (July 29, 2015)
Tech giants rein in spending to focus on profits. (July 28, 2015)
Online shoppers rank free shipping as most important. (July 28, 2015)
Vizio IPO filing reveals slim margins, viewer data ambitions. (July 27, 2015)
Over half of U.S. iPhone owners have iPhone 6 handsets. (July 27, 2015)
Best Buy to offer Apple Watch, eyes big holiday season. (July 27, 2015)
Photo: Outerwall kiosks.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Week in review: EA, Activision earnings; Nintendo at Universal theme parks
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Conan O’Brien, other comics mock the Apple Watch. (May 8, 2015)
Apple Watch threat looms over Fitbit IPO. (May 8, 2015)
Redbox price hikes lift parent Outerwall. (May 8, 2015)
Head-worn devices to outsell smartwatches by 2018. (May 7, 2015)
Look out, Mickey, it’s Mario time. Nintendo characters coming to Universal theme parks. (May 7, 2015)
Activision Q1 report calm before the “Storm.” (May 6, 2015)
EA stock hits 10-year high on Q4 beat, strong guidance. (May 6, 2015)
New Apple TV remote control to feature touch pad. (May 5, 2015)
Salesforce.com jumps as Microsoft ponders bid. (May 5, 2015)
Apple’s music service talks spark antitrust concerns. (May 5, 2015)
Android beats Apple iOS in mobile ad revenue, a first. (May 5, 2015)
NXP Semiconductors Partners With Xiaomi, Qualcomm. (May 5, 2015)
Wall Street sings Tammy Wynette tune for Harman. (May 4, 2015)
Apple Watch killer app could be Apple Pay, analyst says. (May 4, 2015)
Photo: Nintendo’s Mario at a Best Buy store in Culver City, Calif.
Conan O’Brien, other comics mock the Apple Watch. (May 8, 2015)
Apple Watch threat looms over Fitbit IPO. (May 8, 2015)
Redbox price hikes lift parent Outerwall. (May 8, 2015)
Head-worn devices to outsell smartwatches by 2018. (May 7, 2015)
Look out, Mickey, it’s Mario time. Nintendo characters coming to Universal theme parks. (May 7, 2015)
Activision Q1 report calm before the “Storm.” (May 6, 2015)
EA stock hits 10-year high on Q4 beat, strong guidance. (May 6, 2015)
New Apple TV remote control to feature touch pad. (May 5, 2015)
Salesforce.com jumps as Microsoft ponders bid. (May 5, 2015)
Apple’s music service talks spark antitrust concerns. (May 5, 2015)
Android beats Apple iOS in mobile ad revenue, a first. (May 5, 2015)
NXP Semiconductors Partners With Xiaomi, Qualcomm. (May 5, 2015)
Wall Street sings Tammy Wynette tune for Harman. (May 4, 2015)
Apple Watch killer app could be Apple Pay, analyst says. (May 4, 2015)
Photo: Nintendo’s Mario at a Best Buy store in Culver City, Calif.
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Week in review: GoPro earnings, Luddite awards, Kate Upton, Katy Perry
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Automakers fuel record industrial robot orders. (Feb. 6, 2015)
Anti-Tesla Motors states win 2014 Luddite Award. (Feb. 6, 2015)
Redbox parent up on steps to return more green to investors. (Feb. 6, 2015)
“Call of Duty” maker combating foreign currency woes. (Feb. 6, 2015)
GoPro falls on gross margin forecast, lockup expiration. (Feb. 6, 2015)
GoPro guidance spooks investors, but Q4 beats. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Katy Perry tie-up adds fireworks to Glu Mobile stock. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Apple in talks with TV programmers for Internet service. (Feb. 5, 2015)
GoPro bringing action videos to Roku viewers. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Alibaba delivers tea by drone in China, beats Amazon. (Feb. 4, 2015)
Kate Upton shows Liam Neeson her special set of skills. (Feb. 4, 2015)
GoPro sell-off ahead of Q4 earnings report “overdone.” (Feb. 4, 2015)
“Grand Theft Auto” maker slays holiday quarter targets. (Feb. 4, 2015)
Netflix, Apple boost planned debt offerings. (Feb. 3, 2015)
Amazon, Sprint circling RadioShack retail locations. (Feb. 3, 2015)
Windows XP users stubbornly refuse to upgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Sierra Wireless flies higher on stock upgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Apple converts sapphire factory into data center. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Netflix bond issue gets another ratings downgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Apple loses tablet share, prepping iPad Pro. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Photo: Kate Upton as Greek goddess Athena in the mobile game “Game of War: Fire Age.”
Automakers fuel record industrial robot orders. (Feb. 6, 2015)
Anti-Tesla Motors states win 2014 Luddite Award. (Feb. 6, 2015)
Redbox parent up on steps to return more green to investors. (Feb. 6, 2015)
“Call of Duty” maker combating foreign currency woes. (Feb. 6, 2015)
GoPro falls on gross margin forecast, lockup expiration. (Feb. 6, 2015)
GoPro guidance spooks investors, but Q4 beats. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Katy Perry tie-up adds fireworks to Glu Mobile stock. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Apple in talks with TV programmers for Internet service. (Feb. 5, 2015)
GoPro bringing action videos to Roku viewers. (Feb. 5, 2015)
Alibaba delivers tea by drone in China, beats Amazon. (Feb. 4, 2015)
Kate Upton shows Liam Neeson her special set of skills. (Feb. 4, 2015)
GoPro sell-off ahead of Q4 earnings report “overdone.” (Feb. 4, 2015)
“Grand Theft Auto” maker slays holiday quarter targets. (Feb. 4, 2015)
Netflix, Apple boost planned debt offerings. (Feb. 3, 2015)
Amazon, Sprint circling RadioShack retail locations. (Feb. 3, 2015)
Windows XP users stubbornly refuse to upgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Sierra Wireless flies higher on stock upgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Apple converts sapphire factory into data center. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Netflix bond issue gets another ratings downgrade. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Apple loses tablet share, prepping iPad Pro. (Feb. 2, 2015)
Photo: Kate Upton as Greek goddess Athena in the mobile game “Game of War: Fire Age.”
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Sunday, January 25, 2015
Week in review: Netflix earnings surprise, Microsoft debuts HoloLens
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Will Apple Q1 sales and earnings be huge or just big? (Jan. 25, 2015)
Microsoft seen posting mixed holiday quarter. (Jan. 24, 2015)
GoPro skates into pro sports with NHL deal. (Jan. 23, 2015)
Netflix debt burden worries Moody’s Investors Service. (Jan. 23, 2015)
Apple Watch to supercharge use of wireless charging. (Jan. 23, 2015)
U.S. iPhone buyers like plus-sized models. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Microsoft Windows 10, HoloLens earn positive reviews. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Harman deals strengthen automotive, software businesses. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Google outspends other tech firms in federal lobbying. (Jan. 21, 2015)
Microsoft surprises with free Windows 10, hologram technology. (Jan. 21, 2015)
5 big takeaways from Netflix’s stellar Q4 earnings report. (Jan. 21, 2015)
Apple likely to give March quarter guidance below views. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Netflix soars on foreign subscriber gains in Q4. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Redbox parent raises red flag as CEO resigns. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Photos: Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif. (top); Microsoft demonstrates Windows 10 with HoloLens holographic computing.
Will Apple Q1 sales and earnings be huge or just big? (Jan. 25, 2015)
Microsoft seen posting mixed holiday quarter. (Jan. 24, 2015)
GoPro skates into pro sports with NHL deal. (Jan. 23, 2015)
Netflix debt burden worries Moody’s Investors Service. (Jan. 23, 2015)
Apple Watch to supercharge use of wireless charging. (Jan. 23, 2015)
U.S. iPhone buyers like plus-sized models. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Microsoft Windows 10, HoloLens earn positive reviews. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Harman deals strengthen automotive, software businesses. (Jan. 22, 2015)
Google outspends other tech firms in federal lobbying. (Jan. 21, 2015)
Microsoft surprises with free Windows 10, hologram technology. (Jan. 21, 2015)
5 big takeaways from Netflix’s stellar Q4 earnings report. (Jan. 21, 2015)
Apple likely to give March quarter guidance below views. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Netflix soars on foreign subscriber gains in Q4. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Redbox parent raises red flag as CEO resigns. (Jan. 20, 2015)
Photos: Netflix headquarters in Los Gatos, Calif. (top); Microsoft demonstrates Windows 10 with HoloLens holographic computing.
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Saturday, November 29, 2014
Week in review: ‘Star Wars’ trailer, ‘Super Smash Bros.’ and GoPro drones
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
“Star Wars” trailer awakens Walt Disney stock. (Nov. 28, 2014)
Nintendo “Super Smash Bros.” off to fast start; Wii U sales impact unknown. (Nov. 26, 2014)
GoPro looking to own the skies with its own drones. (Nov. 26, 2014)
Global PC shipments forecast to decline until 2018. (Nov. 26, 2014)
Apple stock notches new high before retreating. (Nov. 25, 2014)
Most Web surfers can’t name this famous tech executive. (Nov. 25, 2014)
Apple soars to new high as Black Friday approaches. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Don’t believe the hype about Microsoft’s transformation. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Redbox tells DVD movie renters to dig deeper. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Photos: Scene from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”; DJI Phantom drone with GoPro camera.
“Star Wars” trailer awakens Walt Disney stock. (Nov. 28, 2014)
Nintendo “Super Smash Bros.” off to fast start; Wii U sales impact unknown. (Nov. 26, 2014)
GoPro looking to own the skies with its own drones. (Nov. 26, 2014)
Global PC shipments forecast to decline until 2018. (Nov. 26, 2014)
Apple stock notches new high before retreating. (Nov. 25, 2014)
Most Web surfers can’t name this famous tech executive. (Nov. 25, 2014)
Apple soars to new high as Black Friday approaches. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Don’t believe the hype about Microsoft’s transformation. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Redbox tells DVD movie renters to dig deeper. (Nov. 24, 2014)
Photos: Scene from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”; DJI Phantom drone with GoPro camera.
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Week in review: GoPro tops Q3 forecasts
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Facebook crushes Pinterest in Web traffic referrals. (Oct. 31, 2014)
Redbox Q3 profit growth surprises, adds loyalty program. (Oct. 31, 2014)
IBM continues cloud partnership streak with Tencent. (Oct. 31, 2014)
GoPro rises on expectations for great holiday sales. (Oct. 31, 2014)
Action camera firm GoPro tops Q3 views, guides higher. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Microsoft Band will track health and pay for Starbucks coffee. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Apple copycat Xiaomi leaps to No. 3 in smartphones. (Oct. 30, 2014)
RCA brand tablets rocket as Apple iPad sales decline. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Many folks managing their money on the porcelain throne. (Oct. 29, 2014)
EA hits six-year high on “Titanfall” and sports video games. (Oct. 29, 2014)
Stratasys outperforming 3D printer peers, analyst says. (Oct. 28, 2014)
GoPro rises on bullish note ahead of Q3 earnings. (Oct. 28, 2014)
Apple Pay off to fast start with consumers, CEO says. (Oct. 28, 2014)
Amazon.com puts Fire on a stick for streaming video. (Oct. 27, 2014)
Google Android gaining on Apple iOS in mobile ad share. (Oct. 27, 2014)
Photos: GoPro Hero4 camera (top); and Amazon Fire TV Stick.
Facebook crushes Pinterest in Web traffic referrals. (Oct. 31, 2014)
Redbox Q3 profit growth surprises, adds loyalty program. (Oct. 31, 2014)
IBM continues cloud partnership streak with Tencent. (Oct. 31, 2014)
GoPro rises on expectations for great holiday sales. (Oct. 31, 2014)
Action camera firm GoPro tops Q3 views, guides higher. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Microsoft Band will track health and pay for Starbucks coffee. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Apple copycat Xiaomi leaps to No. 3 in smartphones. (Oct. 30, 2014)
RCA brand tablets rocket as Apple iPad sales decline. (Oct. 30, 2014)
Many folks managing their money on the porcelain throne. (Oct. 29, 2014)
EA hits six-year high on “Titanfall” and sports video games. (Oct. 29, 2014)
Stratasys outperforming 3D printer peers, analyst says. (Oct. 28, 2014)
GoPro rises on bullish note ahead of Q3 earnings. (Oct. 28, 2014)
Apple Pay off to fast start with consumers, CEO says. (Oct. 28, 2014)
Amazon.com puts Fire on a stick for streaming video. (Oct. 27, 2014)
Google Android gaining on Apple iOS in mobile ad share. (Oct. 27, 2014)
Photos: GoPro Hero4 camera (top); and Amazon Fire TV Stick.
Saturday, October 11, 2014
Week in review: Chip stocks enter downcycle, GT Advanced Tech files for bankruptcy protection
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Chips fall as semi “canary” sings “correction.” (Oct. 10, 2014)
Chip stocks dive as industry enters downcycle. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Netflix set to reveal gains from European expansion. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Google’s “Shamu” phablet aims to eclipse Apple iPhone 6 Plus. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Google Now beats Apple’s Siri and Microsoft’s Cortana. (Oct. 9, 2014)
PC industry consolidation is crowding out smaller vendors. (Oct. 9, 2014)
Apple stock “dramatically undervalued,” Carl Icahn says. (Oct. 9, 2014)
LED lighting sales growth seen slowing. (Oct. 8, 2014)
GoPro a hit with teens, but stock buffeted by downgrade. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Long-rumored Apple TV app store could be reality soon. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Apple looking for iPad sales boost with new models. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Apple, Netflix, GameStop score well in U.S. teen survey. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Apple Pay could slay PayPal, other newbies in mobile e-wallets. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Apple picks the bones of sapphire maker GT Advanced Tech. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Commercial uses seen fueling unmanned aerial vehicles. (Oct. 6, 2014)
GoPro Hero4 Black camera sees “powerful” early demand. (Oct. 6, 2014)
Netflix rival Redbox Instant bites the dust. (Oct. 6, 2014)
IPhone 6 issue creates hairy situation for Apple. (Oct. 6, 2014)
GT Advanced Technologies craters on bankruptcy filing. (Oct. 6, 2014)
Photo: GT Advanced Technologies sapphire furnace.
Chips fall as semi “canary” sings “correction.” (Oct. 10, 2014)
Chip stocks dive as industry enters downcycle. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Netflix set to reveal gains from European expansion. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Google’s “Shamu” phablet aims to eclipse Apple iPhone 6 Plus. (Oct. 10, 2014)
Google Now beats Apple’s Siri and Microsoft’s Cortana. (Oct. 9, 2014)
PC industry consolidation is crowding out smaller vendors. (Oct. 9, 2014)
Apple stock “dramatically undervalued,” Carl Icahn says. (Oct. 9, 2014)
LED lighting sales growth seen slowing. (Oct. 8, 2014)
GoPro a hit with teens, but stock buffeted by downgrade. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Long-rumored Apple TV app store could be reality soon. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Apple looking for iPad sales boost with new models. (Oct. 8, 2014)
Apple, Netflix, GameStop score well in U.S. teen survey. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Apple Pay could slay PayPal, other newbies in mobile e-wallets. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Apple picks the bones of sapphire maker GT Advanced Tech. (Oct. 7, 2014)
Commercial uses seen fueling unmanned aerial vehicles. (Oct. 6, 2014)
GoPro Hero4 Black camera sees “powerful” early demand. (Oct. 6, 2014)
Netflix rival Redbox Instant bites the dust. (Oct. 6, 2014)
IPhone 6 issue creates hairy situation for Apple. (Oct. 6, 2014)
GT Advanced Technologies craters on bankruptcy filing. (Oct. 6, 2014)
Photo: GT Advanced Technologies sapphire furnace.
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Saturday, October 4, 2014
Week in review: Netflix signs production deals for ‘Crouching Tiger’ sequel, Adam Sandler movies
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
From software to hardwood, Steve Ballmer joins elite club. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Tablets top holiday wish lists as Apple iPad event nears. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Apple Watch production said delayed until January. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Sony tops Apple, Samsung in connected TV devices. (Oct. 2, 2014)
Netflix sinks from “Crouching Tiger” to “Billy Madison.” (Oct. 2, 2014)
China iPhone 6 pre-orders off to brisk start. (Oct. 2, 2014)
PC sales could stall as buyers await Microsoft’s Windows 10. (Oct. 2, 2014)
Redbox Instant joint venture rumored near end. (Oct. 1, 2014)
Consumers taking wait-and-watch approach to Apple Watch. (Oct. 1, 2014)
Windows 8 usage falls to lowest level in five months. (Oct. 1, 2014)
South Korea’s Internet speed over twice that of U.S. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Microsoft says “nein” to Windows 9, skips right to 10. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Netflix enters movie business with “Crouching Tiger” sequel. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Photos: Scene from “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend” (top); poster for Adam Sandler’s “Billy Madison” (1995).
From software to hardwood, Steve Ballmer joins elite club. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Tablets top holiday wish lists as Apple iPad event nears. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Apple Watch production said delayed until January. (Oct. 3, 2014)
Sony tops Apple, Samsung in connected TV devices. (Oct. 2, 2014)
Netflix sinks from “Crouching Tiger” to “Billy Madison.” (Oct. 2, 2014)
China iPhone 6 pre-orders off to brisk start. (Oct. 2, 2014)
PC sales could stall as buyers await Microsoft’s Windows 10. (Oct. 2, 2014)
Redbox Instant joint venture rumored near end. (Oct. 1, 2014)
Consumers taking wait-and-watch approach to Apple Watch. (Oct. 1, 2014)
Windows 8 usage falls to lowest level in five months. (Oct. 1, 2014)
South Korea’s Internet speed over twice that of U.S. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Microsoft says “nein” to Windows 9, skips right to 10. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Netflix enters movie business with “Crouching Tiger” sequel. (Sept. 30, 2014)
Photos: Scene from “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend” (top); poster for Adam Sandler’s “Billy Madison” (1995).
Saturday, August 2, 2014
Week in review: Tesla Motors earnings, 3D selfies, EA online service
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Redbox tests DVD price increases, lowers kiosk count. (Aug. 1, 2014)
GoPro second-quarter selfie shows blemishes. (Aug. 1, 2014)
Tesla hints at surprises ahead, possibly self-driving cars. (Aug. 1, 2014)
Tesla Motors rolls over Q2 sales, profit forecasts. (July 31, 2014)
Wearable devices to supercharge wireless chip sales. (July 31, 2014)
Samsung sneezes, Micron Technology catches cold. (July 31, 2014)
Honeymoon over for Kim Kardashian game maker Glu Mobile. (July 31, 2014)
GameStop analysts split on digital download threat. (July 30, 2014)
“Applesphere” poised to surround you like a Sharknado. (July 30, 2014)
Tesla Motors Q2 sales seen driven by China, U.K. (July 30, 2014)
GameStop hammered by threat from EA online service. (July 29, 2014)
Huawei, Chinese smartphone makers outpacing market. (July 29, 2014)
Corning stock cracks on Q2 earnings miss. (July 29, 2014)
Yandex Q2 revenue beat; Ad sales, search queries up. (July 29, 2014)
3D selfies could give consumer 3D printing a lift. (July 28, 2014)
How many iPhones must die before Apple protects them? (July 28, 2014)
Photos: Tesla Model S sedan (top): 3D-printed bobbleheads from Amazon.com.
Redbox tests DVD price increases, lowers kiosk count. (Aug. 1, 2014)
GoPro second-quarter selfie shows blemishes. (Aug. 1, 2014)
Tesla hints at surprises ahead, possibly self-driving cars. (Aug. 1, 2014)
Tesla Motors rolls over Q2 sales, profit forecasts. (July 31, 2014)
Wearable devices to supercharge wireless chip sales. (July 31, 2014)
Samsung sneezes, Micron Technology catches cold. (July 31, 2014)
Honeymoon over for Kim Kardashian game maker Glu Mobile. (July 31, 2014)
GameStop analysts split on digital download threat. (July 30, 2014)
“Applesphere” poised to surround you like a Sharknado. (July 30, 2014)
Tesla Motors Q2 sales seen driven by China, U.K. (July 30, 2014)
GameStop hammered by threat from EA online service. (July 29, 2014)
Huawei, Chinese smartphone makers outpacing market. (July 29, 2014)
Corning stock cracks on Q2 earnings miss. (July 29, 2014)
Yandex Q2 revenue beat; Ad sales, search queries up. (July 29, 2014)
3D selfies could give consumer 3D printing a lift. (July 28, 2014)
How many iPhones must die before Apple protects them? (July 28, 2014)
Photos: Tesla Model S sedan (top): 3D-printed bobbleheads from Amazon.com.
Friday, July 4, 2014
Week in review: Kim Kardashian helps Glu Mobile; Netflix boosts TV show library
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Nuance rocked by sale chatter, Apple Siri developments. (July 3, 2014)
Netflix, Amazon focus on hit TV shows, fewer movies. (July 3, 2014)
Best days of Redbox now behind it as DVD rentals slow. (July 2, 2014)
Apple could see higher Q3 gross profit margin. (July 2, 2014)
Percentage of PCs running Windows 8 fell in June. (July 1, 2014)
Goldman Sachs becomes a believer in Netflix. (July 1, 2014)
Voice messaging could be Apple iWatch’s killer app. (July 1, 2014)
Kim Kardashian lends Midas touch to Glu Mobile. (June 30, 2014)
While IAC grows online dating business, comics crack wise. (June 30, 2014)
New iPhones, iPads could feature vibrating screens. (June 30, 2014)
Photos: Kim Kardashian game for Glu Mobile; Netflix promotional photo.
Nuance rocked by sale chatter, Apple Siri developments. (July 3, 2014)
Netflix, Amazon focus on hit TV shows, fewer movies. (July 3, 2014)
Best days of Redbox now behind it as DVD rentals slow. (July 2, 2014)
Apple could see higher Q3 gross profit margin. (July 2, 2014)
Percentage of PCs running Windows 8 fell in June. (July 1, 2014)
Goldman Sachs becomes a believer in Netflix. (July 1, 2014)
Voice messaging could be Apple iWatch’s killer app. (July 1, 2014)
Kim Kardashian lends Midas touch to Glu Mobile. (June 30, 2014)
While IAC grows online dating business, comics crack wise. (June 30, 2014)
New iPhones, iPads could feature vibrating screens. (June 30, 2014)
Photos: Kim Kardashian game for Glu Mobile; Netflix promotional photo.
Saturday, May 3, 2014
Week in review: Amazon opens wearable tech store; Sony opens stores within Best Buy stores
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Redbox DVD sales seen posting first-ever decline in Q2. (May 2, 2014)
Big-screen smartphones are crimping tablet sales. (May 1, 2014)
26% of PC users still on Windows XP. (May 1, 2014)
China grabbed 40% of global smartphone shipments in Q1. (April 30, 2014)
“Wearable Web” could become “trillion-dollar industry.” (April 30, 2014)
As smartphones become TV remotes, UEI benefits. (April 30, 2014)
Sony latest to open stall in Best Buy “food court.” (April 30, 2014)
HP gets first positive report from analyst in 10 years. (April 29, 2014)
Microsoft targets Box, Dropbox in online storage push. (April 29, 2014)
Amazon opens online store for wearable technology. (April 29, 2014)
Facebook gets price target hike on new ad products. (April 29, 2014)
Apple-only diet proved unwise for Cirrus Logic. (April 29, 2014)
Netflix might add Chelsea Handler talk show to lineup. (April 28, 2014)
Online dating leader IAC may hook up even more users. (April 28, 2014)
Photos: Amazon.com Wearable Technology online store; Sony home theater experience within Best Buy.
Redbox DVD sales seen posting first-ever decline in Q2. (May 2, 2014)
Big-screen smartphones are crimping tablet sales. (May 1, 2014)
26% of PC users still on Windows XP. (May 1, 2014)
China grabbed 40% of global smartphone shipments in Q1. (April 30, 2014)
“Wearable Web” could become “trillion-dollar industry.” (April 30, 2014)
As smartphones become TV remotes, UEI benefits. (April 30, 2014)
Sony latest to open stall in Best Buy “food court.” (April 30, 2014)
HP gets first positive report from analyst in 10 years. (April 29, 2014)
Microsoft targets Box, Dropbox in online storage push. (April 29, 2014)
Amazon opens online store for wearable technology. (April 29, 2014)
Facebook gets price target hike on new ad products. (April 29, 2014)
Apple-only diet proved unwise for Cirrus Logic. (April 29, 2014)
Netflix might add Chelsea Handler talk show to lineup. (April 28, 2014)
Online dating leader IAC may hook up even more users. (April 28, 2014)
Photos: Amazon.com Wearable Technology online store; Sony home theater experience within Best Buy.
Saturday, February 8, 2014
Week in review: Microsoft picks insider Satya Nadella as new CEO
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Facebook gets comic roast on 10-year anniversary. (Feb. 7, 2014)
Redbox parent Outerwall hits new high on stock buy-back plan. (Feb. 7, 2014)
iRobot home robots drive sales and the company’s stock. (Feb. 6, 2014)
ARM focused on outpacing smartphone market growth. (Feb. 5, 2014)
Microsoft plays it safe, hires Satya Nadella as CEO. (Feb. 4, 2014)
Microsoft spins Bill Gates demotion as a “step up.” (Feb. 4, 2014)
Microsoft names Satya Nadella as CEO; Bill Gates out as chairman. (Feb. 4, 2014)
Apple missing out on “seismic device shift.” (Feb. 3, 2014)
Photos: Microsoft’s new CEO Satya Nadella (top); iRobot’s latest floor-washing robot, Scooba 450.
Facebook gets comic roast on 10-year anniversary. (Feb. 7, 2014)
Redbox parent Outerwall hits new high on stock buy-back plan. (Feb. 7, 2014)
iRobot home robots drive sales and the company’s stock. (Feb. 6, 2014)
ARM focused on outpacing smartphone market growth. (Feb. 5, 2014)
Microsoft plays it safe, hires Satya Nadella as CEO. (Feb. 4, 2014)
Microsoft spins Bill Gates demotion as a “step up.” (Feb. 4, 2014)
Microsoft names Satya Nadella as CEO; Bill Gates out as chairman. (Feb. 4, 2014)
Apple missing out on “seismic device shift.” (Feb. 3, 2014)
Photos: Microsoft’s new CEO Satya Nadella (top); iRobot’s latest floor-washing robot, Scooba 450.
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Week in review: Lack of 4K display for Apple’s Mac Pro could hint at TV
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Amazon delivery drones trumped by catapults and SausageCopters. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Xbox One, PS4 combine for record game hardware sales. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Adobe slashes near-term sales outlook, stock soars. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Adobe cloud transition surpassing expectations. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Early Christmas electronics shoppers buying largely for themselves. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Apple Ultra-HD 4K TV hinted by lack of new Mac Pro display. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Adobe Creative Cloud dissatisfaction grows with subscribers. (Dec. 11, 2013)
Microsoft admits Xbox One is in second place behind Sony’s PS4. (Dec. 11, 2013)
“Candy Crush” game maker King sours on IPO prospects. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Apple Siri, Google Now tied in accuracy, but both need work. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Redbox parent Outerwall dumps coffee, food and photo kiosks. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Apple iPhone 5S now at full U.S. retail availability. (Dec. 9, 2013)
Photos: Apple’s Mac Pro computer (top), “Candy Crush Saga” game art.
Amazon delivery drones trumped by catapults and SausageCopters. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Xbox One, PS4 combine for record game hardware sales. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Adobe slashes near-term sales outlook, stock soars. (Dec. 13, 2013)
Adobe cloud transition surpassing expectations. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Early Christmas electronics shoppers buying largely for themselves. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Apple Ultra-HD 4K TV hinted by lack of new Mac Pro display. (Dec. 12, 2013)
Adobe Creative Cloud dissatisfaction grows with subscribers. (Dec. 11, 2013)
Microsoft admits Xbox One is in second place behind Sony’s PS4. (Dec. 11, 2013)
“Candy Crush” game maker King sours on IPO prospects. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Apple Siri, Google Now tied in accuracy, but both need work. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Redbox parent Outerwall dumps coffee, food and photo kiosks. (Dec. 10, 2013)
Apple iPhone 5S now at full U.S. retail availability. (Dec. 9, 2013)
Photos: Apple’s Mac Pro computer (top), “Candy Crush Saga” game art.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Week in review: ‘Gravity,’ ‘Pokemon X and Y’ and Nest Protect debut
The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.
Wall Street predicts another down quarter for Intel. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Apple should buy Nest Labs, if it can get the owners to sell. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Nintendo to get needed boost from 2DS, “Pokemon X and Y” games. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Apple cuts production of colored iPhone 5C amid weak sales. (Oct. 10, 2013)
Synaptics follows Apple’s lead, buys fingerprint-reader firm. (Oct. 10, 2013)
School’s in, but PCs are still out with consumers. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Samsung’s curved-glass phone looks like “death-ray” building. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Twitter scores first big social TV deal, with Comcast. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Apple sticks it to Microsoft with iPad 5 event scheduling. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Redbox parent Outerwall surges as investors push for breakup. (Oct. 8, 2013)
Obama sides with Apple again over Samsung in trade case. (Oct. 8, 2013)
Apple iPhone 6 news might cause iPhone 5S buyer remorse. (Oct. 8, 2013)
“Gravity” could provide lift for 3D movies, Imax and Dolby. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Wall Street analysts jumping the gun on Twitter IPO. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Apple iWatch unlikely to be big seller, analyst says. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Photos: Still from the movie “Gravity” (top); customers line up to buy “Pokemon X and Y” video games at the Nintendo World store in New York City on Oct. 12; and the Nest smart thermostat and Nest Protect smoke-and-carbon-monoxide detector in a home.
Wall Street predicts another down quarter for Intel. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Apple should buy Nest Labs, if it can get the owners to sell. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Nintendo to get needed boost from 2DS, “Pokemon X and Y” games. (Oct. 11, 2013)
Apple cuts production of colored iPhone 5C amid weak sales. (Oct. 10, 2013)
Synaptics follows Apple’s lead, buys fingerprint-reader firm. (Oct. 10, 2013)
School’s in, but PCs are still out with consumers. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Samsung’s curved-glass phone looks like “death-ray” building. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Twitter scores first big social TV deal, with Comcast. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Apple sticks it to Microsoft with iPad 5 event scheduling. (Oct. 9, 2013)
Redbox parent Outerwall surges as investors push for breakup. (Oct. 8, 2013)
Obama sides with Apple again over Samsung in trade case. (Oct. 8, 2013)
Apple iPhone 6 news might cause iPhone 5S buyer remorse. (Oct. 8, 2013)
“Gravity” could provide lift for 3D movies, Imax and Dolby. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Wall Street analysts jumping the gun on Twitter IPO. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Apple iWatch unlikely to be big seller, analyst says. (Oct. 7, 2013)
Photos: Still from the movie “Gravity” (top); customers line up to buy “Pokemon X and Y” video games at the Nintendo World store in New York City on Oct. 12; and the Nest smart thermostat and Nest Protect smoke-and-carbon-monoxide detector in a home.
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