2008-04-07 Science and Technology News at Softsland.com

1) China Orders World's Largest Mobile Crane From Terex
China has placed placed an order for a $28 million crawler crane, the world's largest mobile crane manufactured by U.S.-based Terex Corp.
Date: 2008-04-07 14:35:56

2) European Union Allows Mobile Phone Usage During Flights
The 27-member European Union announced Monday it will allow in-flight mobile phone usage.
Date: 2008-04-07 12:09:59

3) Older Americans Among Those Opting For Cell Phones Over Landlines
Nearly 90 percent of people have cell phones with an increasing number of older adults opting for mobile phones over traditional landline connections.
Date: 2008-04-07 09:56:27

4) Motorola, Icahn Reach Agreement Over Board, Mobile Devices Business
Motorola said Monday it has agreed to name two people approved by billionaire investor Carl Icahn in return for dropping legal action and gaining the activist's support.
Date: 2008-04-07 09:47:49

5) Panasonic Sells 100 Millionth Mobile Phone In Japan
Panasonic in March marked selling its 100 millionth cell phone in Japan. The first mobile phone, the TZ-801, was sold in 1979 to Japanese consumers.
Date: 2008-04-07 08:24:51

6) Yahoo Dismisses Microsoft Offer As Not In Shareholder's Interest
the Internet company Monday again dismissed the software giant, calling the latest demand "not in the best interests of Yahoo and its stockholders."
Date: 2008-04-07 07:55:51

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