Has Microsoft Placed Its Last Mobile Bet? (PC World)
PC World - When Microsoft first started talking about building mobile-phone software back in the late 1990s, handset makers that had been in the market for years scoffed. Sure, Microsoft was a huge software developer, but making software for mobile devices is different and more complicated than for PCs, they argued. After all, by the late '90s, some companies had already spent decades developing their mobile platforms.

Unboxing the Nokia Booklet 3G (PC Magazine)
PC Magazine - Nokia's Booklet 3G hit the PCMag labs Friday. Take a look as we unbox this sleek new netbook.

A $99 8GB iPhone 3GS to Kill the Motorola Droid? (PC World)
PC World - AT&T and Apple are preparing a cheaper iPhone 3GS just in time for the holidays to distract from the popularity of the Motorola Droid, according to sources quoted by a BoyGenius report. A cheaper version of the iPhone 3GS would come with only 8GB of storage and $100 off the original price tag, replacing the current $99 8GB iPhone 3G.

Digital Video News

Justin Bieber's "World" centers on young love (Reuters)
Reuters - A year ago, Justin Bieber was a kid from Toronto who had a gift for singing sweet-natured covers of Usher hits, a penchant for playing the drums and a resourceful mother who posted clips of him on YouTube.

Google lets users see stored account data (AFP)

AFP - Google on Thursday opened a window for users to see what records the Internet giant keeps regarding their activities at YouTube, Gmail, Reader and other accounts.

On the Call-DirecTV CEO Larry Hunter (AP)
AP - DirecTV Group Inc. is in an enviable position, as one of the few pay-TV operators seeing an increase in new subscribers in the third quarter.

Mobile Electronics News

Mobile Electronics Announces Industry Awards Winners at 2009 SEMA Show (Mobile Electronics)
Thursday, November 05, 2009 -- Mobile Electronics magazine presented its 2008-2009 Industry Awards at the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nev., and announced the winners of the Dealer Choice awards for best manufacturer programs and service in a range of categories, the Retailer of the Year awards in the single-store, 2-3 store and 4-plus store categories and the Installer of the Year award.

Best Buy to install Google mobile apps (Independent Online)
US retailer Best Buy is offering to install Google mobile applications on smartphones sold at its stores as the electronics retailer steps up services to lure shoppers and tackle competition.

Electronics Recycling Saturday (WKRG News 5 Mobile)
On Saturday, November 7, Keep Mobile Beautiful will host an Electronics/Computer Recycling event from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Greater Gulf State Fairgrounds.

Mobile and Wireless News

CardioNet reports 3Q loss as it restructures (AP)
AP - Wireless heart-monitoring device maker CardioNet Inc. fell to a loss in the third quarter, as it had ramped up marketing spending after Medicare lowered reimbursement rates on the company's products.

Internet, Cell Phones Don't Increase Isolation, Study Says (NewsFactor)
NewsFactor - If you're worried that your employees or children are disengaging from the world by using the Internet and cell phones, relax. A new study from the Pew Internet and American Life Project found that these technologies have not increased social isolation in the U.S.

AT&T completes delayed Centennial acquisition (AP)
AP - AT&T Inc. said Friday that its acquisition of smaller wireless carrier Centennial Communications Corp., has closed after several delays due to the regulatory process.

Personal Technology News

Update Fixes IPhone Sync Problem With Windows 7 for Some (PC World)
PC World - Gigabyte Technology issued a BIOS update on Friday that fixes a problem for some Windows 7 users who have been unable to sync their iPhones.

Black Friday Starts Now for Savvy Shoppers (PC World)
PC World - If you love Black Friday bargains, but hate the idea of pre-dawn lines, surly shoppers, and the risk of bodily harm just to score a bargain Blu-ray player or Xbox console, major U.S. retailers have an alternative: Why not shop early? Some pre-Black Friday sales start Saturday, Nov. 7. Start brewing the coffee now.

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