Android beats iPhone 4 in web test (that may be totally wrong)
A report by web optimization company Blaze shows that Android 2.3 loads websites faster than iPhone 4 running iOS 4.3. But some say the test wasn't a fair fight.
Google’s iPhone app gets a makeover, renamed Google Search
Google has renamed its iPhone app "Google Search," and given the mobile software a redesign, and much-needed updates.
Twitter tightens security with HTTPS login
A newly-launched option on Twitter allows users to encrypt their accounts by automatically using a secure HTTPS login.
Gilbert Gottfried fired as Aflac duck voice after Japan tsunami tweets
Funnyman Gilbert Gottfried got himself fired as the voice of the Aflac duck after publishing a series of jokes about the Japan tsunami.
Google plans mobile-payment tests in NYC, San Francisco
As NFC payment technology becomes more widespread, sources say Google will dip its toes into the "mobile wallet" waters within four months.
Twitter re-takes control over third-party app developers
Twitter has a stern word for third-party app developers: All clients that mimic the functionality of Twitter will be rejected, from now on.
Facebook lands six on Forbes billionaires list
The 2011 edition of Forbes magazine's "World's Billionaires" list is out — and six Facebook pioneers managed to make the cut.
College students trade social media help for corporate sponsorships
Big businesses have begun sponsoring college courses in exchange for help with their online marketing.
HootSuite launches social media analytics platform
HootSuite's new service, Social Analytics, gives users the ability to track their progress on Facebook, Twitter and more.
Creepy ePhone Tracker smartphone software lets people spy on you
Cheaters beware: A new app, ePhone Tracker, enables people to monitor everything you do on your phone.
Chinese activist infuriated by Mark Zuckerberg’s dog profile
Chinese human rights activist Michael Anti wants to know why Mark Zuckerberg's dog is allowed to have a Facebook page, but he's not.
Apple MobileMe and iOS 5 event possible in April
Rumor has it that Apple is planning a follow-up even next month to announce updates to MobileMe and iOS 5.
Women post more photos on Facebook to boost self-esteem, study finds
A newly released study by the University of Buffalo finds that image-conscious women post more pictures of themselves on social networking sites in order to feel better about themselves.
