From The Business Insider, March 2, 2010:
Apple today filed a lawsuit against mobile devices maker HTC. The suit claims infringement of 20 patents related to the iPhone's user interface, underlying architecture, and hardware.
In the release, Steve Jobs says, "We can sit by and watch competitors steal our patented inventions, or we can do something about it. We've decided to do something about it...We think competition is healthy, but competitors should create their own original technology, not steal ours."
Taiwan-based HTC was the first company to manufacture a cell phone based on Google's Android operating system, which has emerged as a significant competitor to the iPhone, AP reports. It's also making the Nexus One phone that Google is selling directly to consumers.
It looks like the Nexus One, and other HTC phones, may have hit too close to home for Steve Jobs.
Earlier, we supposed that Apple's multi-touch user interface could be the basis for the lawsuit. But after examining the complaint, it appears that Apple is NOT suing over multitouch, but rather a bunch of other software. (When Steve Jobs unveiled the iPhone, he touted its multitouch screen, then said, "And boy, have we patented it.")
Meanwhile, Apple is already tied up in a patent lawsuit with Nokia, claiming Nokia is stealing Apple technology. Nokia says Apple is stealing its technology. Kodak is also suing Apple claiming technology theft.
Basically, Apple's patent lawyers are going to be busy for the next year or so.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Spider-Man Joins the Unemployed - Comics News at IGN
Spider-Man Joins the Unemployed - Comics News at IGN
March 1, 2010 - It's no secret that Spider-Man is not only one of the world's most popular superheroes, but one of the most relatable as well. Today Marvel Comics announced that an upcoming storyline of Amazing Spider-Man, one that begins this week, will once again align the life of Peter Parker with the lives of many across the world given the challenging economic climate many face.
That's right folks, Peter Parker is about to lose his job. This week's issue will not only feature the latest threat from the Vulture, but Parker will be forced to put his job on the line to protect his boss, New York City Mayor J. Jonah Jameson.
Marvel supplied this quote from Spider-Man editor Steve Wacker: "Peter Parker's been through some rough times lately, with all of his deadliest foes returning, and he couldn't lose his job at a worse time. He's going to struggle with unemployment and trying to save the city while he can barely afford to keep a roof over his head."
Marvel's press release also mentioned that as a result of this falling out with the mayor, Peter will be blacklisted from employment opportunities in the city, truly creating a challenging situation for the wall-crawler.
Check out the cover and a teaser image for the storyline. Amazing Spider-Man #623, written by Mark Waid and drawn by Paul Azaceta, hits stores this week, on March 3, 2010. Issue #624, the conclusion of the story, will hit stores next week. This arc is also the latest on the ongoing "Gauntlet" saga that features some of Spidey's deadliest villains returning to make his life a living Hell.
March 1, 2010 - It's no secret that Spider-Man is not only one of the world's most popular superheroes, but one of the most relatable as well. Today Marvel Comics announced that an upcoming storyline of Amazing Spider-Man, one that begins this week, will once again align the life of Peter Parker with the lives of many across the world given the challenging economic climate many face.
That's right folks, Peter Parker is about to lose his job. This week's issue will not only feature the latest threat from the Vulture, but Parker will be forced to put his job on the line to protect his boss, New York City Mayor J. Jonah Jameson.
Marvel supplied this quote from Spider-Man editor Steve Wacker: "Peter Parker's been through some rough times lately, with all of his deadliest foes returning, and he couldn't lose his job at a worse time. He's going to struggle with unemployment and trying to save the city while he can barely afford to keep a roof over his head."
Marvel's press release also mentioned that as a result of this falling out with the mayor, Peter will be blacklisted from employment opportunities in the city, truly creating a challenging situation for the wall-crawler.
Check out the cover and a teaser image for the storyline. Amazing Spider-Man #623, written by Mark Waid and drawn by Paul Azaceta, hits stores this week, on March 3, 2010. Issue #624, the conclusion of the story, will hit stores next week. This arc is also the latest on the ongoing "Gauntlet" saga that features some of Spidey's deadliest villains returning to make his life a living Hell.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
The Future of God of War
It seems like God of War will continue on after God of War 3 here is what I found out
John Hight, studio director at Santa Monica, told Joystiq that "while God of War III will conclude the trilogy, it won't spell the end of the franchise". With the third game "capping off what we started with God of War," Hight says we should expect more God of War games to follow, but the decision on where to take the franchise after the initial trilogy (and portable prequel) won't be taken lightly. "We're going to be really careful about what we do next," he assures.
John Hight, studio director at Santa Monica, told Joystiq that "while God of War III will conclude the trilogy, it won't spell the end of the franchise". With the third game "capping off what we started with God of War," Hight says we should expect more God of War games to follow, but the decision on where to take the franchise after the initial trilogy (and portable prequel) won't be taken lightly. "We're going to be really careful about what we do next," he assures.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Friday, February 12, 2010
J Dilla Discography
| 1997 | Slum Village | Fan-Tas-Tic (Vol. 1) | Donut Boy Recordings/2006 re-release: Counterflow |
| 2000 | Slum Village | Fantastic, Vol. 2 | Goodvibe |
| 2000 | Slum Village (as J-88) | Best Kept Secret EP | Groove Attack |
| 2000 | Jay Dee | F—k the Police b/w Move 12" | Up Above Records |
| 2001 | Jay Dee | Welcome 2 Detroit | Barely Breaking Even |
| 2003 | Jay Dee | Ruff Draft | Mummy/Groove Attack, Stones Throw |
| 2003 | Jaylib | Champion Sound | Stones Throw |
| 2006 | J Dilla | Donuts | Stones Throw |
| 2006 | J Dilla | The Shining | Barely Breaking Even |
| 2008 | J Dilla | Jay Love Japan | Operation Unknown, official release uncertain |
| 2009 | J Dilla | Jay Stay Paid | Nature Sounds |
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)