December chip sales reach 2007 levels
Looking for growth in 2010 The Semiconductor Industry Association, a trade group representing the interests of US-based chip and fab equipment makers, said today that worldwide chip sales in 2009 ended on a slight - and expected - down note. However, it said conditions in December were considerably better than a year ago when the bottom was falling out of the global economy.…Offloading malware protection to the cloud
US employers slash 85,000 jobs in December
IT, healthcare, and temps buck the trend Hopes that US job losses would shrink to almost four figure levels in December were dashed today when the US Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed that 85,000 employees were shed last month.…What is your recession sales strategy?
Chrome beat Safari in December
Filed under: Software, Internet Tools, Apple Here's an interesting fact that dropped over the weekend: Google Chrome, the browser by the search company with a silly name, actually beat Apple's Safari browser in overall usage during the last month of 2009 (Chrome first beat Safari midway through the month, but new month-long data shows that Chrome is here to stay). Internet Explorer continues to lose users, but Chrome has been taking over the ranks pretty quickly, moving in above Safari as the number three browser of choice (after IE and Firefox, of course). Bad news for Apple -- after their release of Safari for Windows in 2009, you'd think they'd have hoped for a little more in terms of browser share at the end of the year. But it looks like they're going to have to do something even bigger than that to fight the current on this one -- that is, if they want to do so at all. With a relative newcomer topping Safari so quickly, it's possible Apple could back off of promoting and upgrading their proprietary browser entirely. Still, with Chrome using Webkit, the fact is that for the average user, things are getting better all the time.TUAWChrome beat Safari in December originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments Google Chrome - Safari - Internet Explorer - Firefox - Apple
Dozen Daily Deals for December 28, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! OfficeMax: [Bluetooth Headsets] Up to 92% off headsets at OfficeMax: Jabra JX-10 Wireless Bluetooth for $20 + $8 s&h Skype: Skype.com: Unlimited calling from $3 per month Buy.com: [Keyboards] Kensington Ci70 Wireless Desktop Keyboard and Mouse Set for $21 + free shipping eBay: [Networking Cables] Cables To Go Retractable USB 2.0 Cable Kit for $7 + free shipping Staples: [Office Furniture] Up to $100 off Computer Desks at Staples: Z-Line Aura for $70 + free shipping, more Meritline: 5-Foot Flat HDMI Cable 2-Pack for $6 + free shipping ExperCom: [iMac] Apple iMac Core 2 Duo 2.93GHz 24" Desktop with AppleCare for $1,399 + $17 s&h Shop4Tech: [USB Hubs] 7-Port USB 2.0 "Squid" Hub with built-in cables for $8 + free shipping Buy.com: [USB Hard Drives] LaCie Petit 320GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $61 + free shipping Meritline: [CD/DVD Cases] White Paper CD / DVD Sleeve 100-Pack for $2 + free shipping eBay: [Keyboards] Foldable USB Keyboard for $8 + free shipping Dell Small Business: [Networkable Hard Drive (NAS)] Netgear ReadyNAS Duo 1TB Gigabit NAS for $250 after rebate + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 28, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments Apple - IMac - TUAW - Intel Core 2 - Universal Serial Bus
Dozen Daily Deals for December 27, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! PopCap Games: [PC Games] PopCap Games Holiday Sale: 50% off all games, deals for $10 Musician's Friend: Musician's Friend coupon: 15% off select items Geeks.com: [Notebook Carrying Cases] AWP 14" Molded Laptop Backpack for $15 + $9 s&h Kohls: [Books & Magazines] Kohl's sale: 50% off 2010 team calendars + extra 20% off, free shipping Tanga: [Magazines] 1-Year Subscription to Entrepreneur Magazine for $3 SupermediaStore: [CD/DVD Cases] 4 SuperMediaStore 104-Disc CD / DVD Wallets for $20 + free shipping, more Sears: [Plasma TVs] Samsung 50" 600Hz 720p Plasma Widescreen HDTV for $700 + pickup Kohls: [Digital Camcorders] Shift3 Slide Mini Digital Camcorder for $32 + free shipping Best Buy: [46" - 47" LCD TVs] Samsung 46" 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $1,000 + pickup Beach Camera: [50" - 52" LCD TVs] Sharp AQUOS 52" 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $999 + free shipping Apple Store: [iPods] Refurbished Apple iPod nano 16GB MP3 Player for $129 + free shipping Staples: [Color Inkjet Printers] Brother MFC-790CW Wireless All-In-One Printer w/ Touchscreen LCD for $100 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 27, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sun, 27 Dec 2009 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments IpodNano - IPod Classic - IPod - Geeks.com - High-definition television
App giveaways roundup for December 26
Filed under: TUAW BusinessHere's a few of our recent app giveaways. There's still time to enter! Holiday giveaways: NBA apps and prize pack This giveaway has got it going on: you could win both the League Pass and Game Time apps from the NBA, plus a swag bag full of gear and goodies... Holiday giveaways: Cellar 2.0 for the wine lover This one is perfect for your New Year's Eve party planning: Cellar 2.0, which can help you track the wines you love so much... Holiday giveaways: Eucalyptus ereader Can't figure out what to put on the iPhone or iPod touch you got as a gift? We've got the prescription: holiday giveaways galore! Here's an app giveaway that will help you catch up on the classics... More app giveaways: Win a copy of Things for Mac and iPhone TUAWApp giveaways roundup for December 26 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments iPhone - TUAW - Apple - IpodTouch - New Year's Eve
Dozen Daily Deals for December 26, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! AT&T Wireless: [iPhone] Refurbished Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB for $49 + free shipping, 32GB for $149 OfficeDepot: [Office & Supplies] Office Depot coupon: 10% off select items in-store eForCity: [Electronics] eForCity.com Boxing Day Sale: Free shipping sitewide HP Home & Home Office Store: [Mice/Trackballs] 2 HP Wireless Optical Mobile Mice for $5 + $5 s&h, 3 for $8 Shop4Tech: [iPod Accessories] Nyko iTop iPod Button Relocator for $2 + free shipping ThingFling: [802.11g Wireless] Philips 802.11g Wireless LAN 3.5dB Desktop PC Antenna for free + $6 s&h Dell Home: [46" - 47" LCD TVs] Samsung 46" 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $778 + free shipping Best Buy: [23-Inch LCD] Acer 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display with HDMI for $140 + pickup Verizon Wireless: [Bluetooth Headsets] Jawbone Prime Bluetooth Headset for $64 + free overnight shipping Abe's of Maine: [Digital Cameras] Canon PowerShot A1100 IS 12MP 4x Zoom Digital Camera, Case for $120 + free shipping Dell Home: [23-Inch LCD] Dell SP2309W 23" Widescreen LCD Display with Webcam for $219 + free shipping eBay: [Plasma TVs] Panasonic VIERA G10 46" 1080p THX-Certified Plasma HDTV for $1,050 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 26, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 26 Dec 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - Apple - IPod - Verizon Wireless - Dell Home
Dozen Daily Deals for December 25, 2009
Filed under: Deals, Holidays'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! Apple Store: [iMac] Refurbished Apple iMac 22" LED-Backlit Desktops from $999 + free shipping, more Shop4Tech: [Digital Camcorders] 4GB Pen DVR Digital Camcorder for $33 + free shipping iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] Mega Man II for iPhone downloads for $1 Best Buy: [Media Receivers] Sling Media SlingCatcher Digital Media Receiver for $100 + $7 s&h Swift Ink: [Printer Supplies] Swiftink.com coupons: 40% off Canon, Epson, and Brother ink MidnightBox: [Computer Speakers] Refurbished Logitech AudioHub Laptop Speaker for $19 + $4 s&h Cellular Factory: [Cell Phone Accessories] Cellular Factory Roundup: Dual Cigarette Lighter Adapter for $1 + free shipping, more Buy.com: [iPhone] Sunpak iCharge Case and Battery for Apple iPhone for $50 + free shipping B&H Photo Video: [Digital SLR Cameras] Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera w/ lens for $450 + free shipping Sam's Club: [40" - 42" LCD TVs] Philips 42" 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $598 + free shipping HandHeldItems: [Cell Phone Accessories] HandHeldItems.com: Up to 80% off HTC cell phone accessories + 30% off coupon Staples: [USB Hard Drives] Seagate Expansion 640GB Portable USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $100 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 25, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 25 Dec 2009 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - Apple - iTunes - ITunes Store - Mobile phone
Dozen Daily Deals for December 24, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] Navy Patrol: Coastal Defense Zero for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] Tap Tap Revenge 3 for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free Meritline: [USB Flash Drives] USB 2.0 Flash Drive Roundup: Kingston 4GB for $10 + free shipping, more Walmart: [Cell Phones] Motorola TracFone W260 Cell Phones with double minutes for $10 + $2 s&h Circuit City: [50" - 52" LCD TVs] Samsung 52" 1080p LCD HD Television for $1,049 + free shipping Buy.com: [USB Hard Drives] LaCie Grand 1TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $90 + free shipping HandHeldItems: [iPod Accessories] HandHeldItems.com: Up to 80% off Apple iPod touch cases + 20% off coupon Yugster: [Store Events] $10 Yugster.com Virtual Gift Card for $5 Walmart: [Office Furniture] Sentry Fire- and Water-Resistant Combination Safe for $129 + $1 s&h US Appliance: [50" - 52" LCD TVs] Samsung 55" 120Hz 1080p LED LCD HDTV for $1,849 + free shipping Pennywise : [Rechargeable Batteries] Rayovac AAA I-C3 15-Minute Rechargeable Battery 12-Pack for $11 + free shipping Buy.com: [Notebook Hard Drives] Kingston 40GB SATA 2.5" SSD Hard Disk for $90 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 24, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments iPhone - Apple - IPod Touch - iTunes - ITunes Store
Dozen Daily Deals for December 23, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season to shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] App Store Freebies: Super Santa, Roller Uberball, Enso-Dot, BuddyFeed, more Other World Computing: [Store Events] OWC Holiday Sale: Accessories, HDDs, RAM, LCDs, more Other World Computing: [Apple Computers] Used Apple laptops at Other World Computing: Deals from $95 + $5 s&h Staples: [Office & Supplies] Staples coupon: $20 off $50 Walmart: [MP3 Downloads] The Hit Crew "Christmas & New Year's Sampler" MP3 album downloads for free GoldenGadgets: [Store Events] GoldenGadgets.com coupon: 20% off sitewide MacMall: [Apple Computers] MacMall Holiday Blowout Sale: Up to $250 off Apple systems after rebates PC Connection: [MacBook Pro] MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo laptops from $1,049 after rebate + free shipping Meritline: [Camera Accessories] Flash Diffuser Softbox for $6 + free shipping Meritline: [Camera Accessories] Wireless Remote for Canon Digital SLR Cameras for $3 + free shipping Meritline: [iPod Accessories] USB Data Cable for iPhone / iPod touch for 45 cents + free shipping iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] New Feed Elite for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for 99 cents TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 23, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - Apple - AppStore - IpodTouch - ITunes Store
Dozen Daily Deals for December 21, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! MacUpdate Promo: [Home & Hobbies Software] Videobox 2 and MainMenu 2 for Mac downloads for free iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] App Store Freebies: Groove Golf Swing, Theme Clock Alarm, TapIt Water, more Other World Computing: [Store Events] OWC's Garage Sale: iPod accessories, RAM, video cards, more Apple Store: [MacBook] Refurbished Apple Mac Computers from $849 + free shipping via next day B&H Photo Video: [USB Hard Drives] LaCie Philippe Stark 1TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $90 + free shipping PC Connection: [MacBook] Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 2.26GHz 13" Laptop for $870 after rebate + free shipping Meritline: [802.11n Wireless] Airlink101 802.11n Wireless Mini USB 2.0 Adapter for $16 + free shipping MacUpdate Promo: [Computer Software] MacUpdate Holiday Bundle: 14 Mac apps for $50 Meritline: [Notebook Accessories] USB Folding Laptop Cooling Pad for $3 + free shipping Sony Style: [46" - 47" LCD TVs] Refurbished Sony BRAVIA 46" 120Hz 1080p LCD HDTV for $830 + free shipping Sony Style: [32" LCD TVs] Sony BRAVIA 32" 1080p LCD HDTV with 3.1 Soundbar System for $530 + free shipping OfficeMax: [Office Furniture] Bush Vantage Collection Corner Desk for $160 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 21, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments Apple - IPhone - AppStore - ITunes Store - TUAW
Dozen Daily Deals for December 20, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! Sony Style: [46" - 47" LCD TVs] Refurbished Sony BRAVIA S 46" 1080p LCD HDTV for $550 + free shipping Logitech: [Computer Speakers] Logitech X-240 2.1-Channel Speaker System with iPod Dock for $22 + $7 s&h Staples: [iPod Accessories] iHome Rotating Alarm Clock for iPod and iPod touch for $50 + free shipping, padding Buy.com: [Camera Accessories] Made2Go Safe Keeper Portable Device Case for $3 + free shipping BuyDig: [46" - 47" LCD TVs] LG 47" 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $745 + free shipping Staples: [Networkable Hard Drive (NAS)] Seagate BlackArmor 110 1TB NAS for $160 + free shipping Buy.com: [Tablets] Genius G-Pen 4x6" Graphics Tablet for $29 + free shipping Dell Home: [22-Inch LCD] Dell S2209W 22" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display for $139 + free 2-day shipping dealsclick: [iPod Accessories] Belkin Power Adapter, Headphone Splitter, & FM Transmitter for iPod / iPhone for $30 + $5 s&h Best Buy: [23-Inch LCD] Acer 23" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display with HDMI for $140 + $10 s&h TigerDirect: [802.11n Wireless] Refurbished Netgear 802.11n Wireless 4-Port Router for $25 + $8 s&h BuyDig: [40" - 42" LCD TVs] LG 42" 240Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $899 + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 20, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sun, 20 Dec 2009 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - IpodTouch - iPod - Apple - TUAW
Dozen Daily Deals for December 19, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] App Store Freebies: File Ninja, Target WEIGHT, TomatoRoll, HyperBowl Classic, more iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] Classical Music Master Collection for iPhone downloads for $1 Apple Store: [iMac] Refurbished current-generation Apple iMac 22" Desktops from $999 + free shipping, more Moosejaw: [Notebook Carrying Cases] Mountain Hardwear Agenda 15" Laptop Backpack for $40 + free shipping SuperBiiz.com: [Serial ATA Hard Drives] Western Digital 500GB SATA HDD + USB2.0 HDD Docking Station, for $60 + free shipping LA Computer Company: [iPod Accessories] AppleCare for iPod nano or shuffle for $10 + $5 s&h Walmart: [15" And Smaller LCD TVs] Curtis 7" Under-Cabinet LCD TV for $88 + $1 s&h eBay: [Printer Supplies] Hewlett Packard Brand HP 60 Black and Color Ink Cartridges for $20 + free shipping Buy.com: [Media Receivers] CiragoTV Mini USB Media Player from $54 after rebate + free shipping via 2-day Buy.com: [22-Inch LCD] AOC 22" 1080p Widescreen LCD Display for $100 + free shipping CompUSA: [] Logitech Harmony One Advanced Universal Remote for $140 + free shipping PC Connection: [24" - 26" LCD TVs] Refurbished Westinghouse 26" 720p LCD HDTV for $180 after rebate + free shipping TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 19, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Sat, 19 Dec 2009 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - Apple - AppStore - ITunes Store - IPod Classic
Dozen Daily Deals for December 18, 2009
Filed under: Deals'Tis the season shop until your brains melt (or skip it all entirely, depending on your interpretation of the term holiday). In that spirit, for the next few weeks we'll be rounding up a dozen daily deals courtesy our friends at DealNews.com. Each afternoon tune in to TUAW for this handy summary. Keep in mind that while our posts will live on, the deals won't. Each is lovingly generated by the deal-bot every day, so get 'em while they're hot. Enjoy! iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] UniWar for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free iTunes Music Store: [iPhone / iPod Apps] Tic Tac Toe Connect 5 for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free Small Dog Electronics: [iPhone] Marware C.E.O. Premier Leather Case for iPhone for $13 + free shipping Buy.com: [Shipping] Buy.com: Free 2-day express shipping on select items via PayPal Sears: [40" - 42" LCD TVs] Samsung 40" 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $600 + pickup Apple Store: [iPods] Refurbished Apple iPod touch 8GB MP3 Player for $149 + free shipping BJ's Wholesale Club: [Magazines] The Complete National Geographic from 1888 to 2008 for PC / Mac for $40 + $7 s&h, more Apple Store: [MacBook Air] Refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13" Laptops from $1,099 + free shipping ThingFling: [Headphones] Philips Noise-Canceling Neckband Headphones for $7 + $6 s&h Dell Small Business: [24-Inch LCD Or Larger] Dell UltraSharp U2410 24" Widescreen LCD Display for $499 + free shipping Best Buy: [Notebook Carrying Cases] Swiss Gear Sherpa Laptop Bag for $18 + $6 s&h Verizon Broadband: [Computer Services] Verizon.com: $150 cash back, free DVR, $10 off/month with FiOS bundles TUAWDozen Daily Deals for December 18, 2009 originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments IPhone - IpodTouch - Apple - ITunes Store - TUAW
Seamount diary: December 2009
An expedition to study strange seamount creatures ends.