Week in review: Microsoft Surface tablet sales weak, research firm says

The following is a roundup of my stories from Investor’s Business Daily at Investors.com.

All-digital Christmas gift guide for procrastinators. (Dec. 21, 2012)

“Wake up, Maggie,” home shopping networks are hot. Just ask Rod Stewart. (Dec. 21, 2012)

Apple reportedly prepping second-generation iPad Mini. (Dec. 19, 2012)

Microsoft has expanded the number of sales outlets for its Surface tablet, but demand for the Windows-based device remains weak, research firm says. (Dec. 19, 2012)

The Federal Trade Commission has expanded its rules governing children’s online privacy to include social networks and mobile apps. (Dec. 19, 2012)

Apple benefits as ITC judge voids Google patent. (Dec. 19, 2012)

Monotype looks to beautify the Web with new typefaces. (Dec. 18, 2012)

Apple investors shrug off legal setback in Samsung case; Stock rises. (Dec. 18, 2012)

Qualcomm surges to take No. 3 chip market share spot. (Dec. 17, 2012)

Apple insists iPhone 5 launch in China was strong. (Dec. 17, 2012)

Photo: Microsoft Surface tablet with keyboard cover.