Stories by Carrie-Ann Skinner

Yahoo to sell Delicious to Stumble Upon?

Yahoo is thought to be in the process of wrapping up a deal to sell bookmarking service Delicious for US$1m.

Wi-Fi is 30% slower than fixed broadband

Web users relying on Wi-Fi networks rather than fixed broadband connections to access the web experience slower speeds, says Epitiro.

Gmail bug sees old emails wiped from inbox

Thousands of Gmail users have seen their old emails wiped from their inbox following a bug that affected Google's webmail service.

Apple iPad 2 delayed until June

The launch of the highly anticipated next-generation Apple iPad looks set to be pushed back until June.

Angry Birds coming to Windows Phone 7

Windows Phone 7 users looks set to be able to enjoy Angry Birds on their handsets after the game's developer Rovio confirmed it was planning a version for Microsoft's mobile platform

BBC iPlayer offers shows from ITV and other broadcasters

The BBC iPlayer is now offering web users the chance to watch TV shows broadcast on rival channels including ITV and Five.

Amazon to launch movie streaming service?

Amazon is thought to be preparing to offer its Prime customers the chance to stream movies and TV shows over the Internet.

Report: News Corp considering options for MySpace

News Corp, which owns MySpace, has revealed it is considering a sale, merger or even spinoff of the social network.

UK superfast broadband connections to hit 600,000

The number of superfast broadband connections in the UK looks set to exceed 600,000 by the end of 2011, says <a href="http://www.point-topic.com">Point Topic</a>.

Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000

The Microsoft LifeCam HD-5000 is sleek black with a chrome accent and an unusual rubber clip. This could be moulded to fit the back of a laptop screen or monitor and also allowed the lens to be tilted up or down.

Sweex HD Webcam Diamond

The Sweex HD Webcam Diamond is dainty and weighs a sylphlike 80g. Measuring 55x60x55mm, the silver-coloured HD Diamond has attractive black accents and features a robust clip that folds out from the base of the device to ensure it sits securely on a ...

Freetalk Everyman webcam

It looks very smart perched atop a flatpanel or laptop screen. Measuring just 37x71x62mm and weighing 98g, the rectangle Freetalk Everyman Webcam comes with a robust plastic clip that can be adjusted to ensure the webcam is secure when placed on top ...

Microsoft to show off Windows 8 tablet

Microsoft is expected to offer a first look at its forthcoming OS, Windows 8, on a tablet PC at the onsumer Electronics Show next year.

Govt websites could face WikiLeaks revenge attack

The UK's national security advisor has warned that government websites used to upload tax returns or claims benefits are at risk of attack from hackers who support <a href="http://wikileaks.org">WikiLeaks</a>.