Google Maps Images Chart the Devastation in Japan; iPad 2 Debut: Big Lines, Big Expectations

View newsletter in a browser Google Maps Images Chart the Devastation in Japan The earthquake that rocked Japan March 11 triggered tsunamis that rippled across the Pacific, causing devastation on the island nation and damaging harbors as far away as California. Google responded with a crisis response center and money, and a day later began showing Google Maps satellite images of the destruction. READ MORE >> ADVERTISEMENT Sponsored by IBM Work smarter to get the maximum out of your ideas at smartertechnology.com. News, information, and resources for your IT needs. Learn more iPad 2 Debut: Big Lines, Big Expectations As expected, lines formed at Apple stores across the country the night the iPad 2 was made available, and the company's retail partners found their supplies of the 9.7-inch tablet stripped in a matter of hours. That early response could bode well for Apple, which faces a number of very aggressive competitors in the tablet space. We bring you a close look at the hotly anticipated device and the massive lines of Apple fans hoping to get one. READ MORE >> IE 9 Offers Speedy Surfing, Sleek Look Microsoft has a lot riding on its new browser, IE 9, released March 14. Microsoft faces competition from Google Chrome and Mozilla's Firefox, and the company not only needs to convince users to choose IE 9, but also to give up older versions of the browser. With IE 9, Microsoft offers better security and a greater Web focus. READ MORE >> iPad 2 Challenger Could Be an Amazon Android Tablet A host of tablets from Motorola, HP, RIM and others are hitting the market to challenge the dominance of Apple's iPad in the burgeoning market. However, analysts say that the Apple device's biggest challenge could be an Android-based tablet from Amazon, which would have advantages over other tablet options. READ MORE >> Why Buyers Pounced on the iPad 2 Apple's iPad 2 sold almost 1 million units in the first weekend it was available, according to some analysts. But what made the device such a success? We take a look at some of the reasons. READ MORE >> Reasons Not to Buy WiFi-Only Motorola Xoom News Analysis: The Motorola Xoom will be launching on March 27 for $599. But should the average consumer buy it? Not a chance for those looking to get the best value for the money. READ MORE >> Google Working with Microsoft to Curb MHTML Exploit Google noticed an increase in attacks on Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer machines and is working with its rival to mitigate the MHTML exploit, which targets political activists. READ MORE >> Sign up for complimentary subscriptions to eWEEK, CIO Insight and Baseline magazines and receive a 360° view of today's technology arena. eWEEK gives you expert products reviews that help you choose the best technologies for your organization. CIO Insight provides a high-level look at technologies and processes, that enable you to design IT strategies that support your entire enterprise. And Baseline takes you to the front lines, with in-depth case studies of how your peers in other companies integrate technology with business and bring real value to their organizations. Sign Up Today. Best of eWEEK Newsletter Management You are currently subscribed to the Best of eWEEK newsletter as: dwyld.kwu.wyldside@blogger.com If you no longer wish to receive the Best of eWEEK newsletter, unsubscribe here Ziff Davis Enterprise 28 East 28th Street New York, New York 10016 Privacy Policy