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LinkedIn and Twitter link up

LinkedIn and Twitter have linked up. Starting immediately, users of LinkedIn and Twitter can cross-file to each other’s services, by checking a box on either Twitter or LinkedIn.

Aussie student creates pop icon iPhone worm

SYDNEY- An Australian student has created what is thought to be the world’s first iPhone worm, which replaces the popular device’s wallpaper with a picture of 1980s pop icon Rick Astley.

iPhone disappoints in China launch

The official launch of Apple's iPhone in China has been disappointing at best for mobile operator China Unicom, with the grey market still booming and competitors offering worthy alternatives, experts say.

Sony offers `Cloudy' early to people with its TVs

In a bid to sell living room electronics and spur buzz for "Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs," Sony Corp. is offering the movie for free to U.S. buyers of its Internet-connected TVs and Blu-ray players starting Monday.

New pathway for DNA damage from nano-particles

PARIS – Scientists reported that nano-particles used in medical applications can indirectly damage DNA inside cells by transmitting signals through a protective barrier of human tissue.

“Modern Warfare 2” strikes on Tuesday

SAN FRANCISCO- “Modern Warfare 2” strikes on Tuesday in a worldwide assault eagerly anticipated by lovers of the blockbuster role-playing battle videogame franchise.

Genetic tests help track food web, climate change

BARCELONA, Spain - New uses of genetic testing can help track how animal diets may change due to global warming and are helping crack down on wildlife smuggling, experts said on Saturday.

New 'smart' electrical meters raise privacy issues

MADRID - The new “smart meters” utilities are installing in homes around the world to reduce energy use raise fresh privacy issues because of the wealth of information about consumer habits they reveal, experts said Friday.

Droid joins smart phone war

SAN FRANCISCO - A Motorola Droid smart phone goes on sale Friday, joining the growing ranks of smart phones on the open-source operating system backed by Google.

Windows 7 debut a hit: NPD

SAN FRANCISCO - Microsoft’s new-generation Windows 7 operating system hit the ground running, with US sales in its opening days blasting past those of its Vista predecessor, according to NPD Group.