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Google, Nokia face off in video codec dispute

Google, Nokia face off in video codec dispute

Nokia says Google is trying to force VP8 down the computing industry's throat, but Google is backing up its free video technology with patent deals and help with HTC's legal defense against Nokia. Read more

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Change of heart? IE11 might speed Web graphics with WebGL

Change of heart? IE11 might speed Web graphics with WebGL

A leaked build of Microsoft's next browser shows signs that the company could be reversing its opposition to a standard for accelerated 2D and 3D graphics on the Web. Read more

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International Mobile Gaming Awards hit San Francisco

International Mobile Gaming Awards hit San Francisco

The 9th annual International Mobile Gaming Awards (IMGA) took place tonight in San Francisco. We were on hand to see several developers receive awards in a number of different categories. Read more

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Google shows interest in ASM.js, Mozilla's plan for fast Web apps

Google shows interest in ASM.js, Mozilla's plan for fast Web apps

A Chrome programmer seeks support for a new Mozilla technology to bridge the C and JavaScript languages -- even though Google has competing ideas. Read more

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Despite Google patent efforts, VP8 no shoo-in for Web video

Despite Google patent efforts, VP8 no shoo-in for Web video

Nokia refuses to license patents it says are needed to use Google's video technology, sullying Google's earlier patent deal. But WebRTC could still spread VP8 widely, lowering Web video costs for startups and schools. Read more

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