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Samsung unveils Galaxy Note 4 with extras but no breakaway features

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd, the world's biggest mobile phone maker, unveiled new versions of its Galaxy Note smartphone on Wednesday after previous design miscues cost it customers in the large-screen phone market it pioneered.


Carmakers report best U.S. August since 2003

U.S. August auto sales were the highest for that month in more than a decade, thanks in part to heavy discounting by the manufacturers and a strong Labor Day weekend close, with the industry selling at an annualized pace not seen since early 2006.

Strong factory orders, auto sales brighten U.S. economic picture

New orders for U.S. factory goods posted a record gain in July and auto sales last month accelerated to their highest level in 8-1/2 years, offering further bullish signals for the economy.

Michael Bloomberg to return as head of Bloomberg company

Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg will return as head of Bloomberg LP, the data and financial news company he founded, replacing Daniel Doctoroff who has decided to step aside, the company said on Wednesday.


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Microsoft hasn't confirmed anything just yet, but several insider sources had said that the company is aiming to reveal a "technology preview" of the product, according to this article by Zdnet. Its upcoming OS, codenamed "Windows Threshold," aims to further improve performance and further bridge the gap between PC, tablets, and other mobile devices.
The teaser confirmed the appearance of some of the reported cast members of the show. Ray J and his ex-girlfriend Teairra Mari, who, apparently are still fighting despite already breaking up. The video also featured Soulja Boy, who might have doubts over his living arrangements with his girlfriend Nia Riley. Omarion is also featured in the show, along with Lil Fizz of B2K.
With the release of the company's new Xiaomi Mi4, there is no doubt why the Chinese company has been branded with such moniker. Here are our top five reasons why Xiaomi's latest offering could easily kill other high-end, pricey smartphones in the global market today.
International Business Times cited branding experts, who have said that Lawrence has nothing to fear when it comes to her career. The Academy Award-winning "Hunger Games" star will, instead, have to worry about the next scandal.
Ray Allen is reportedly taking it slow on deciding whether he should retire or join a new team ahead of the upcoming NBA season. Allen has been courted by numerous teams this summer, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Clippers, and San Antonio Spurs. Now, the Washington Wizards are reportedly entering the mix for Allen this offseason.
Trend Micro's vice-president of security research, Rik Ferguson, also noted that even the alleged source of the posters were not claiming an Apple hack. Ferguson is suggesting that there might be some guesswork of email-password combinations or phishing involved. Phishing is the act of discreetly securing personal information under the guise of authentic-looking fake sites.
Yoon Han-Kil, senior vice president of Samsung's product strategy team, told Reuters that the firm is to launch a new Galaxy Note handset with a "new form factor" in the second half of the year. It is expected that the new phablet would have a bigger screen at about 5.9 inches, matching LG G Flex.
It was earlier reported that the upcoming season will feature Lisa Vanderpump, Kyle Richards, Brandi Glanville, Yolanda Foster, and Kim Richards in the cast. TMZ, however, said that Carlton Gebbia and Joyce Giraud will not be returning on the next installment of the franchise. Meanwhile the show is expecting to have "Days of Our Lives" and "Young and the Restless" actress Eileen Davidson as another member of the cast, according to The Wrap. The award-winning actress will be joining her soap co-star Lisa Rinna, who has also been rumored to be added to the cast of "RHOBH"'s fifth season.
Enstarz reported speculations abou the possibility that Doug might return in the upcoming season of "House of Cards" despite the fact that his predicament last season indicated that he is already dead.
Some of the best-known technology investors are looking beyond their tried-and-true Internet plays to bet on healthcare data as the next growth market.