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  1. Android News

    Europe blocks Three and O2 merger

    The proposed merger between Three and O2 UK have been blocked by regulators in Europe. The deal was blocked for largely the same reason that many big telecommunications deals are: the EU Commission felt that it would have resulted in less competition and higher prices.
  2. Android News

    Synergyse is Google's latest acquisition, they've made the service free to all Google Apps customers

    The Synergyse team have just announced that Google has acquired them. Before today, the company was able to sign up 3,000 businesses that wanted to use their Synergyse Training service. A service that used interactive tutorials to teach people how to use Google Apps for work. Now that the...
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    Logitech buys Jaybird for $50 million

    Logitech has bought up another competitor in the accessories world. Jaybird -- makers of fitness-focused audio products -- has been acquired for $50 million. Jaybird will remain their own entity as a subsidiary under Logitech for the time being.
  4. Android News

    The New York Times is reporting that Pandora is looking for a buyer

    A new report suggests that Pandora is in talks with Morgan Stanley and they are on the hunt for potential buyers. Pandora just isn't as valuable of a company as they were 2 years ago and the current board of directors feels a buyout is in their best interest.
  5. Android News

    Zagg announces the acquisition of Mophie for $100 million

    Mophie is pretty well known for their battery cases and Zagg makes mobile accessories as well. Today, Zagg has announced they have acquired Mophie for $100 million
  6. Android News

    Sony has acquired chip manufacturer Altair for $200 million

    Sony has just announced a new acquisition in the form of a chip manufacturing company. The company in question is the Israeli manufacturer Altair and the news comes after a Chinese conglomerate pulled out of their $50 million investment
  7. Android News

    Fuhu, the OEM that Made the Nabi Tablets, is Being Acquired by Mattel

    The Nabi is a tablet series running Android that is targeted specifically for kids. The company recently filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, but continued to operate as normal by selling devices and honoring warranties. Fuhu's assets will be acquired by Mattel which will be supervised by and...
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    Rdio Files for Bankruptcy and Pandora Picks it up for $75 Million

    Pandora, already one of the biggest players in the music streaming space, has just announced it is acquiring "key assets" from fellow streaming service Rdio for $75 million. The company confirmed the impending shutdown in a statement, saying that "We are proud to have created an innovative and...