The jailbreaking exemption has its limits
The “essential use” exemption means that only customers can legally perform jailbreaks. And it doesn’t stop companies such as Apple from various work-arounds, argues Stanford Law Fellow Larry Downes.
RIM loses its head of global sales in a new blow
The struggling BlackBerry-maker gets an executive shakeup as Patrick Spence, a 14-year company veteran, bows out. [Read more]
How can I spruce up my subpar stock stereo? (Roadside Assistance)
This week on CNET Roadside Assistance, I help two users replace different components of their worn out and underpowered stock stereo systems. [Read more]
Notorious Bredolab virus creator is sentenced to prison
Credited with infecting 30 million computers around the world, Georgy Avanesov is sentenced to four years in prison in Armenia. [Read more]
Will we see Xbox 720 in 2013, PlayStation 4 in 2014?
The latest rumor about the Xbox 720 and PlayStation 4 release date indicate both consoles should exist next year. Does this next generation console babble make any sense? [Read more]
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Hewlett-Packard just whacked the wrong executive
If you're looking for a scapegoat, Mike Lynch offers an easy target, but Meg Whitman ought to take a long, hard look in the mirror. [Read more]
FCC Chief Genachowski Plugs “Pay-Per-Play” Metered Internet Pricing
Genachowski's commentary is clearly predicated on fair pricing, but will telecoms "play nice"?
Facebook to inaugurate new office in Dubai
The social network branches out with its first Middle Eastern office in an attempt to attract regional advertisers. [Read more]