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Report: Google warned repeatedly about online drug ads Top
The Wall Street Journal reports that regulators and industry watchdogs warned Google about selling ads to rogue Internet pharmacies in violation of federal law.
 
This Day in Tech: People like iPads more than computers Top
Too busy to keep up with the tech news? Here are some of the more interesting stories from CNET for Friday, May 20.
 
Apple retail software for iPads spotted Top
Apple is on the verge of supplying its retail store employees with iPads that will be running sales software. The units are said to replace the iPod Touch-based versions the company currently uses.
 
Sony subsidiary So-net reports data breach Top
Sony's So-net Japanese ISP subsidiary warns customers that e-mail and rewards-points accounts were compromised.
 
IBM launches Hadoop-based analytics software Top
Big Blue earmarks $100 million for analytics and big data research, and launches InfoSphere BigInsights and Streams software based on open-source Hadoop technology.
 
'Like,' 'tweet' buttons divulge sites you visit Top
You've probably used these buttons to share pages or videos with others. But according to a Wall Street Journal report, they also tell Facebook and Twitter what other sites you've been to and tie those sites to your account name and your computer's Internet address--even if you never touch the buttons.
 
Ask Maggie: 5 smartphone apps to try before the rapture Top
In this week's installment, Maggie Reardon suggests which smartphones apps to try before Judgment Day on Saturday. And she gives some serious advice to a Verizon Wireless subscriber looking for a new smartphone.
 
Apple's cloud music hang-up Top
Company has deals with three of the big music labels to license a new cloud music service, but it has yet to nail down terms with the big music publishers, who own a separate set of rights.
 
Volvo working on wireless charging for EVs Top
Volvo begins testing wireless charging technology for its Volvo C30 Electric.
 
Two die in explosion at Foxconn iPad plant Top
Production is halted while police investigate blast at iPad "polishing plant" that leaves two dead and more than a dozen injured.
 
Flexible solar panel uses thin-film cells (photos) Top
SoloPower's thin-film solar panels are made into flexible rolls, which makes them easy to manufacture, transport, and install, the company says. Join CNET for a factory tour.
 
Survey: Young more eager to pay via mobile phone Top
A MasterCard poll finds that 63 percent of those 18 to 34 years old would be comfortable paying for items using their cell phones, compared with 37 percent of those 35 and older.
 
Treebot tackles trunks, branches inchworm-style Top
Treebot can autonomously navigate its way up a tree and through the branches. Next up: nest-building skills?
 
Google Books now finds, defines, translates text Top
Company beefs up its Google e-books by enabling readers to search for occurrences of a highlighted word as well as call up a definition or translation.
 
HP TouchPad 32GB to sell for $599 at Wal-Mart? Top
A leak of an internal Wal-Mart document shows what the retailer plans to sell HP's first touchscreen tablet for, but doesn't say when it will go on sale.
 
Sony Thailand site used for phishing Top
The hack--not connected to Sony's problems with its PlayStation Network--has placed a phishing Web page on the Sony Thailand site, according to F-Secure.
 
Sony's recurring security headaches (week in review) Top
Hiccups haunt PlayStation Network after relaunch, while U.S. officials mull location privacy. Also: Is Apple ready for music cloud?
 
New Dish CEO to Netflix: Watch out Top
Aside from taking aim at Netflix, incoming Dish CEO Joe Clayton says he's preparing to acquire more companies to help bolster his company's services.
 
Survey reveals consumers prefer plug-in hybrids over EVs Top
A recent Accenture survey finds that given a choice, 71 percent of drivers would choose a plug-in hybrid over an all-electric car.
 
Apple: 'App Store' not a generic term Top
In ongoing legal dispute with Amazon over the name of Apple's applications marketplace, Apple files counterclaim that "app store" is not a common way to describe a place to buy downloadable apps.
 

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