Silicon Valley software developers to get WiMAX network soon

Silicon Valley software developers to get WiMAX network soon

WiMAX, the next-generation technology that will replace aging Wi-Fi networks with smarter, faster Internet access, is slated to launch in the Bay Area in 2010. But a small cadre of software developers will be able to access the network much sooner.

A twenty square mile network,… Continue Reading

Roundup: AOL shutting businesses, First Solar building factory, and Microsoft’s robot receptionist

Roundup: AOL shutting businesses, First Solar building factory, and Microsoft’s robot receptionist

AOL plans to shutter a bunch of businesses: Among the businesses on the chopping block are Bluestring, Xdrive, and AOL Pictures.

Apple is testing update for iPhone software: Apple is testing version 2.1 of its iPhone firmware. It includes improved location features.

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Roundup: Motorola splits up, cable giants back WiMax venture, and more

Roundup: Motorola splits up, cable giants back WiMax venture, and more

Here’s the latest action (updated):

Struggling cell phone manufacturer Motorola announced it would split itself into two different companies. Under pressure from activist investor Carl Icahn, the company will divide itself into a cell phone company and a company with broadband and mobility equipment operations. The… Continue Reading