Facebook Home gets 500,000 downloads in 2 weeks (despite mixed reviews)
The Facebook Home interface for Android phone was downloaded half a million times in the first two weeks of its launch, according to new data.
Google fined €145,000 for German Street View privacy breach
German regulators have fined Google for collecting massive amounts of personal data including emails, passwords and photos illegally via its Street View mapping service.
Google chief defends tax record (radio interview)
Google’s executive chairman, Eric Schmidt, has defended his company paying just £6m in UK corporation tax, saying the firm was playing a key role in the UK’s high-tech growth.
Amazon puts 14 TV pilots to public vote
Amazon has produced 14 pilot episodes for potential new TV shows, letting viewers have their say on which ones should be turned into a full series.
Twitter #Music app offers social recommendations
Twitter has launched a new music app which will recommend tracks based on a user’s followers.
Facebook wants ‘Home’ interface on Apple devices
Facebook is in talks with Apple to offer its ‘Home’ interface on iPads and iPhones, less than a week after launching on the Android platform.
Facebook wants 'Home' interface on Apple devices
Facebook is in talks with Apple to offer its ‘Home’ interface on iPads and iPhones, less than a week after launching on the Android platform.
Google Glass: No ads or paid apps allowed
Google has told developers working on its upcoming augmented reality glasses that they will not be allowed to place ads within the device’s display.
Google Glass specs revealed: Android app sync, 12GB storage and 5mp camera
Google has revealed the specifications for its Google Glass augmented reality glasses, alongside an Android app, called MyGlass, to configure and manage the device.
Google and EU ‘reach deal’ over search monopoly case
Google’s revised proposals to settle an EC antitrust investigation over its search results has reportedly been accepted by the agency.