Apple, Samsung Again Fail to Settle U.S. Patent Case

Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Samsung Electronics Co. (005930) told a judge they again failed to settle their dispute over smartphone technology, with their next trial in federal court in California set to begin March 31.

Sony to sell PC unit and cut jobs

Sony has said it will sell its personal computer (PC) unit and split its TV division into a separate subsidiary as part of its restructuring programme. It will also cut 5,000 jobs globally in an attempt to turn around its fortunes.

Blackberry reports $965m second quarter loss

Blackberry has reported a second quarter net loss of $965m (£600m) following a slump in sales. The company warned investors last week that it would report a loss of up to a billion dollars, due to poor sales of its new smartphones.

Sweet dreams for Boeing investors

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Microsoft and Blackberry cut Surface and Z10 prices

Microsoft and Blackberry have both cut prices on their flagship products in a bid to boost sales. Microsoft dropped the price of the 32GB Surface RT to £279 from £400 in the UK, with the 64GB model's price down by the same amount to £359.

Dell committee says Michael Dell deal better than Icahn proposal

NEW YORK: Dell says a buyout offer from shareholder Southeastern and billionaire investor Carl Icahn is about $3.9 billion short of the amount needed to pay shareholders as promised and operate the business.

EU quizzes telcos on Apple sales tactics against rivals

(Reuters) - EU antitrust regulators are seeking information whether Apple's iPhone distribution deals with mobile telecoms operators may be aimed at shutting out rival smartphones makers, in a move which could lead to a formal investigation into Apple.

News Corp to take charge of up to $1.4 billion this quarter

News Corp said on Friday it will write down the value of its Australian and US publishing assets by up to $1.4 billion, as the company prepares to split its business between its newspaper and entertainment operations.

Google may pick Dennis Woodside to replace Sanjay Jha of Motorola Mobility

CALIFORNIA: Google, which won the US approval for its acquisition of Motorola Mobility Holdings, is close to naming Dennis Woodside to run the business when the deal closes, three people familiar with the matter said.