Articles by Keerthi Chandrashekar

Keerthi Chandrashekar


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Storja Tech Promises Free Internet and Wireless Service in US by 2015

Could there be free Internet and cellphone service in the near future? One company seems to think so, and it could happen as early as 2015, thanks to a partnership with tech giant Microsoft.

Sprint to Take its Case for a T-Mobile Merger to the Chamber of Commerce

Despite intense opposition from the U.S. government, Sprint will be taking its case for a merger with T-Mobile directly to the Chamber of Commerce March 11, according to a new Wall Street Journal report Tuesday.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Features Fail to Show Innovation

The Samsung Galaxy S5 simply isn't as innovative as most expected. Samsung's latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S5, is a definite upgrade from previous models, but is also a testament to the slowing progress of Samsung's strategy in the mobile market.

Sprint and T-Mobile Merger: Verizon and T-Mobile Testify on Opposite Ends

T-Mobile testifies for consolidation while Verizon Wireless defends the current market in front of antitrust officials.

Why Samsung Wants the Galaxy Gear Smartwatch to Run Tizen, Not Android

Samsung's next-generation Galaxy Gear smartwatch has been tipped to run Tizen, not Android, marking one of the first big steps Samsung is taking away from under Google's umbrella. For those who haven't been oogling tech blogs all day, here's a look at what exactly Tizen is and why Samsung is trying to ditch Android.

Smart Cities: AT&T and IBM Team Up to Increase City Efficiency

As phones, cars, and even kitchen appliances get smarter, so will one other thing: cities. Although smart cities are still a ways off in the future, premier wireless and communications network AT&T and tech firm IBM announced a partnership Tuesday that should surely help speed up the process.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Features That Should Rectify Galaxy S4 Flaws

Samsung's Galaxy S5 is set to be unveiled in just a few days, and a lot rides on its success. Samsung will be looking to reassert itself after the Galaxy S4 underperformed in 2013, and here's how the Galaxy S5 might help the South Korean electronics manufacturer do that.

How the Target Credit Card Breach was Discovered

It was revealed in December that cybercriminals had hacked into Target's database and made off with the largest cache of stolen credit cards in history. Here's how the heist was uncovered and revealed to the public, according to a recent New York Times report.

Android vs. iOS Market Share: Apple the Overwhelming Choice for Enterprise Users

Google's Android mobile operating system may be the undisputed overall market share king of 2013, but Apple's iOS is still the operating system of choice when it comes to business. According to a new Good Technology report, iOS handily defeats Android when it comes to enterprise usage.

Chile, Argentina, and Venezuela Most Prolific Latin American Cellphone and Smartphone Users in Pew Report

Countries Chile, Argentina, and Venezuela play host to the most prolific number of cellphone and smartphone users among Latin American countries, according to a new Pew Research Center survey that highlights emerging countries' adoption of cell phones, smartphones, Internet access, and use of social media.

Android Apps in Microsoft's Sights Hint at More Adoption of Google's OS

Google and Microsoft could soon become uncanny partners as Microsoft is reportedly interested in allowing Android apps to run on Windows and Windows Phone.

Google Subsidiary Wins Lease from NASA for Hangar One

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and NASA awarded the lease of Hanger One, a Silicon Valley icon, to Planetary Ventures LLC, a Google Company, further intertwining the two entities' fates in an attempt to reduce unnecessary spending.

US Government Unveils 'Cybersecurity Framework'

The White House released Wednesday a new comprehensive cybersecurity framework aimed at strengthening the infrastructure of big data firms against cyber attacks and increasing communication about vital information concerning the cyber attacks.

Sprint and T-Mobile Merger Still The Best Option Against Verizon and AT&T, Says SoftBank President

Sprint is facing some stiff opposition to a proposed takeover of fellow wireless carrier T-Mobile, but Masayoshi Son, the president of Japan-based SoftBank Corp. reiterated the company's desire to follow through with the deal during a quarterly earnings report Tuesday.

Google and Foxconn: New Robotic Partners

Apple and Google now have a relative they can both claim as their own: Foxconn. Google and the Taiwanese electronics contract manufacturer that churns out popular devices like the iPhone and iPad have reportedly entered into an agreement that will bolster the robotics capabilities of both companies.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Rumor Roundup: What Might Rear Its Head Feb. 24

Samsung's highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S5 smartphone is set for a Feb. 24 unveiling in Barcelona. The device has been one of the hottest topics around the technosphere, given the less-than-stellar performance of the Galaxy S4 — so for those wondering, here's what to expect.

Sprint Announces Loss and Customer Growth Amidst T-Mobile Deal Hesitation

Sprint, the third-largest wireless carrier in the United States, announced its fourth quarter results Tuesday, revealing that while it is experiencing customer growth, the company is still losing money.

Sprint and T-Mobile Merger Could Take Longer as Sprint Reassesses Strategy

In what could be another blow for a proposed Sprint takeover of T-Mobile, Sprint executives are reportedly reassessing their game plan in light of opposition from both the U.S. Justice Department and Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Sony Announces Major Restructuring As Financial Losses Pile Up

Well-known Japanese electronics manufacturer Sony reported Thursday it expects a $1.1 billion loss at the in the current fiscal year, prompting the company to cut jobs, its PC Vaio business, and its North American e-book ventures.

Android Market Share: KitKat Still Just a Sliver

Android's latest version, KitKat, has made quite a splash thanks to its features, but recent market data released by Google shows that adoption is quite slow.

Sprint Close to Obtaining $45B for T-Mobile Deal Despite Government Hesitation

Despite mounting pressure against a merger with T-Mobile, Softbank-owned wireless carrier Sprint is reportedly close to obtaining $45 billion in debt financing for the deal from major banks, a DealReporter report revealed Wednesday.

DARPA Publishes Open Source Catalog Containing Code and Publications from I2O Research

Following requests from the R&D community, DARPA has now published an open source catalog containing all the code and publications related to its research. The endeavor, the government agency states, is to provide government investments with a flexible technology base.

Obama Administration Proposes More Cyber Security Regulation as Retailers Testify

It's a relatively new playing field, but cyber security is no joke, and the Obama administration is making that clear. Acting Assistant Attorney General Mythili Raman told a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday that the government would like for there to be new regulation that requires retailers to quickly report electronic identity thefts.

Cars of the Future Will Talk to Each Other and Help Save Lives, Says NHTSA

It's not the same as Google's autonomous car, but a new initiative spearheaded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Monday aims to have cars talk to each other in order to improve safety conditions on the road.

Univision and Variety Announce Creation of 'Variety Latino' Entertainment News Outlet

Spanish language broadcast network Univision and U.S. showbiz publication Variety announced a new Spanish-based entertainment news outlet, "Variety Latino - Powered by Univision," Tuesday. The joint venture is currently slated for a Feb. 27 debut.
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