Microsoft sends a clear message to Google by filing a formal complaint with the European Commission, accusing Google of antitrust violation. To summarize, with regard to anititrust behavior Microsoft is telling Google: “Hey, that’s our job to be anti-competitive.”
Google +1
What is Google +1?
It’s called +1—the digital shorthand for “this is pretty cool.”
So far, I have not seen any +1 buttons within the result of Google Search. It has yet gone live.
Where’s The Outrage? Microsoft Attacks Android Again.
Microsoft is on the offensive, suing Barnes & Noble, Foxconn International and Inventec over Android-based Nook e-reader. It’s not the first time Microsoft asserts that Android is violating its patents. It’s the same old song and dance.
- Microsoft is suing Motorola regarding Android.
- Microsoft signed patent deal with HTC.
- Microsoft and Novell signed patent deal with regards to Linux.
Is Google on vacation?
New Icon for Google Chrome.
Reaching out for Japan.
Throughout the Weekend, 37′ crews have been trying to contact our associates in Japan. We wish for their safety as we wait to hear from them.
Google has set up information page for 2011 Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami. You can find links to emergency numbers in Japan, Donation and other resources.
Apple has set up Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund through iTunes.
Woohoo! Installing Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread on My Nexus One.
After a seemingly long wait that is actually a long wait I finally got the notification: Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread Over The Air update on my Nexus One.
After 43.6 MB of download later, my Nexus One started the installation.
- Android version: 2.3.3
- Build number: GRI40
The timing is pretty impecable as Apple has just released iOS 4.3 GM to Developers.
Bing vs. Google: Natalie Portman Ridiculous Movie
I was having a conversation with a friend of mine about movies. In the middle of conversation my friend mentioned an upcoming movie with Natalie Portman. The title of the movie eluded us, the only thing my friend remembered was the trailer was so ridiculous.
Naturally I opened a web browser and search for the phrase: “Natalie Portman Ridiculous Movie” using Google Search. Lo and behold, the first link did have the title and the trailer for the movie “Your Highness” (warning, site requires Flash, that’s for you, iOS users!).
I was curious what the supposed Google Search rival, Bing, would give me if I searched for the same phrase. Not even close, no mention of “Your Highness” from Bing results.
For comparisons, I am using bing-vs-google.com.
