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$3 billion profit for the quarter

Rupert Murdoch’s high-profile entry into the video games sector has been talked about for years, though whether the acquisition of Irata Labs is really the beginning of a new era for News Corp is certainly up for debate. The buyout of the three-man San Francisco studio does add a new …

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Apple’s profits have almost doubled as sales of iPhone leap 131 per cent. For the quarter ending March 27th, the firm posted net quarterly profit of $3.07 billion (2bn), compared to $1.62 billion (1.05bn) during the same period a year ago. The company’s revenues were up from $9.08bn a year …

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Apple has confirmed that the Wi-Fi + 3G models of its iPad will be delivered to US customers who’ve pre-ordered on April 30th. They will also be available in Apple retail stores the on the same day from 5pm. The Wi-Fi + 3G will be priced at $629 for the …

SCEE lecture outlines 3DTV as â??the next dimension in graphicsâ??

This morning’s news of wholesale changes at GAME Group have sent shockwaves through the industry and its share price tumbling. On a day when tough trading conditions have finally been brought into focus for the entire business, erstwhile chief executive Lisa Morgan has stepped down after 14 years of service. …

Lord of the Rings MMO studio no longer independent

Industry leaders talk to Develop about working in a highly regarded hub of game development