tablet computers

More Businesses Are Jumping on the iPad Bandwagon

As Apple fans line up to snag an iPad 2 when they go on sale Friday, individual consumers won't be the only ones purchasing them. Analysts explain why corporate America is increasingly adopting the popular tablet computer.

Tablets and Smartphones Slow Laptop Sales Growth

Gartner has lowered its laptop-sales forecast for this year and the next, predicting that the popularity of tablets and smartphones will slow laptop sales. Gartner expects worldwide laptop sales to increase 11% this year and and 14% next year, down from a previously forecast 16$ and 15%, respectively.

Steve Jobs Unveils Apple's Faster, Better iPad 2

Steve Jobs, who has been on medical leave, made a surprise appearance at Apple's launch event to unveil the iPad 2, its next-generation tablet. It will go on sale in the U.S. on March 11. The company's stock edged up on the news.

iPad 2: Don't Expect Apple's Stock to Pop

That's because Wednesday's launch is expected to be more of a refresh rather than a totally new product. However, if Steve Jobs were to show up at the launch event, that would get investors excited and likely pump up Apple shares.

Push Pop Press: Apple Alums Launch Digital Book Maker

Expect lots of hand gestures, pinching, and other actions now familiar to users of Apple's iOS devices when Push Pop Press -- founded by former Apple designer Mike Matas -- launches its new digital book company.

Beyond TVs: Vizio Now Sees Big Growth in Small Screens

Now the No. 1. U.S. seller of LCD TVs, Vizio is setting its sights on the smartphone and tablet computer markets. But will its low-cost business model translate to the mobile electronics market? That's not a sure bet, but it'll be interesting to watch.

Qualcomm Targets Tablets with Bid for Atheros

In a move to help it target tablet computers, cell-phone-chip designer Qualcomm has reportedly offered $3.5 billion to buy Atheros Communications, which has developed chips that connect wireless computers to the Internet.

The Year in Tech: Top 10 Highlights of 2010

A broad array of technology news helped define 2010, from the launch of Apple's iPad to the arrival of the app to a supernova of Internet stock gains. Here's a look back at those major stories -- and a glimpse of some highlights you can expect next year.

Intel Will Have to Prove Itself All Over Again in 2011

Intel's stock is up just 2% this year compared to the Nasdaq's 17% rise, and investors fret that the explosive growth of smartphones and tablets will crimp the market for the PC chips that produce the bulk of Intel's revenue. But the tech giant has a plan.