Dave Smith

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Smith manages and coordinates the activities of the technology subsection of the company, contributing his own stories, news and analyses of the latest technology companies, gadgets, and innovations.

He joined the IBTimes in September 2011 as a technology reporter, after holding various editorial positions within Inc. Magazine and USA TODAY.

Smith received a B.A. in print and online journalism from The University of Maryland, College Park.

Dave Smith
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'Angry Birds' is the Most Downloaded Game All-Time

Rovio Entertainment announced some incredible statistics at the Slush 2011 event in Helsinki, Finland, namely that it's hit game Angry Birds is now the fastest growing and most downloaded game of all-time.
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Gmail Update: What’s New?

Google announced a major upgrade to its popular e-mail client Gmail Tuesday. Here are some of the best features on the new Gmail.
Each time you download an e-book to an e-reader, the device actually gains a small amount of weight.

How Much Does An E-Book Weigh?

People love e-readers because they can carry around hundreds of books without the weight. One professor, however, says e-books add a small amount of mass to the device each time they're downloaded.
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Is Apple Killing the Mac Pro?

Sources from within Apple say that sales executives are giving a long hard look at the Mac Pro, and may even discontinue it entirely.
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Redbox Raises Rates: Why Netflix Wins

Redbox raised its DVD for a day rate from $1 to $1.20. The twenty cent price hike is minimal, but it's actually put Netflix and Blockbuster back on top.
Apple sales in the Asia-Pacific region jumped 174% from a year ago.

Apple Sales Surge 174% in Asia-Pacific

Apple sales in China and Japan reached $14.3 billion in 2011, an increase of 174 percent from a year ago. The region accounts for nearly a quarter of revenue.
Nintendo reported net losses of $926 million in 2011, as a result of poor software sales and foreign exchange rates.

Nintendo’s Losses: Should Mario Go Mobile?

Nintendo announced its first annual loss in company history, a result of poor software sales and yen exchange rates. If Nintendo can't stop the advent of mobile gaming, should it join instead?
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Is Nokia Doing Too Much?

Nokia unveiled five new phones Wednesday, with five highly different and difficult-to-remember price points and release dates. Does the company lack focus?
Nest Labs' Learning Thermostat uses a simple design to save consumers hundreds of dollars on their heating bill. The thermostat learns its user, but can be adjusted remotely.

The Nest Thermostat: Why Steve Jobs Would Be Proud

Former Apple executive Tony Fadell, who oversaw 18 versions of the iPod and the first three versions of the iPhone, has unveiled his latest invention. The Learning Thermostat uses a simple design to save consumers money on their heating bills.
Zynga will reportedly go public on Nov. 17, just one week before Thanksgiving. The company will attempt to raise $1 billion before then.

Zynga IPO Date is Week of Nov. 17 [REPORT]

Zynga, the social gaming company behind hits like FarmVille, CityVille and Words with Friends, has reportedly set its IPO date for Nov. 17, just a week before Thanksgiving.

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