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Google Nexus 7 Tablet Release Date: Price Confirmed for 32GB Version? Will Microsoft Undercut with Surface RT Tablet?

Rumors surfaced over the last week of a 32GB version of Google's very popular Nexus 7 tablet, possibly arriving as early as Oct. 24, a release date that would set up a showdown against Microsoft's new Surface tablets, which comes out on at Midnight Oct. 26. Today, word comes that the device will be priced at $260, a number which would certainly rival the Surface, if a report from Droid-Life is to be believed.

Kindle Fire HD 2 Release Date, Specs: Why 8.9-inch Tablets Crucial to Compete vs iPad Mini Features, New Google Nexus 10 Tablet

Amazon looks like it's back in business with its new Kindle Fire HD. Amazon looks like it's back in business with its new Kindle Fire HD. According to Reuters, the new HD tablets got FCC approval to sell the 4G tablets, a company spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Joe Biden, Paul Ryan Vice Presidential Debate Tonight, Sarah Palin’s Dad and Brother Release Celebrity Memoir ‘Our Sarah: Made in Alaska’

Chuck Heath and Chuck Heath, Jr. - Palin's father and brother, who are, somewhat confusingly not the same person - have written "Our Sarah: Made in Alaska," available now.

'Breaking Dawn Part 2' Denali Coven Reveal Details on 'Twilight' Secret Bonus Scene, Dance Music, New Photos of Poster, Banner [SEE NOW]

It looks like fans are gearing to see the epic "Twilight" finale featuring their favorite characters, Edward and Bella.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting News: 'Twilight' Dakota Fanning, Elizabeth Olsen Hint at Ana Steele Role, But Mila Kunis Might Dominate

Many stars are speaking up about the two lead roles of Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey. Many stars are speaking up about the two lead roles of Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey.

Microsoft Surface Tablet Release Date, Features Don't Scare Lenovo, Company Says 'Flexibility' Gives it the Edge

Many PC companies are dreading Microsoft's impending release of its new Surface tablets at Midnight Oct. 26, but you won't find Lenovo quivering in the corner. The Chinese tech magnet isn't sweating Microsoft's debut of its new Surface tablets, and with good reason. Lenovo is hugely confident in its own recently announced tablet computer, the ThinkPad Edge Twist.

Windows Phone 8 Release Date, Features, Verizon Handset Leaked: Many Excited for HTC Phone 8X, Nokia Lumia 920 Despite Doubts of Microsoft Success

Microsoft and the world are preparing its Windows Phone 8 which is coming in a few weeks. Microsoft and the world are preparing its Windows Phone 8 which is coming in a few weeks.

iPad Mini Release Date, Specs: Pictures Leak, Launch Event Approaching, Why Hasn't Apple Sent Invites?

Apple's widely rumored launch event for its hotly anticipated "iPad Mini" tablet device is fast approaching on Oct. 17, but there's one big problem. Where are the invitations?

'The Cocktail Waitress' by James M. Cain Gives More Twists and Turns With Suspense, Greed Than Regular Crime Novels

Sometimes crime novels have many twists that leave a person wondering, "Who did it?" but they always get an answer. This time, it doesn't happen like that.

iPhone 5 Features, Release Date: 'Purple Halo Problem' Not As Bad As Reported, Samsung Galaxy S3, Motorola Droid Razr Maxx Have Same Camera Issue, Says Consumer Reports

Not long after Apple released its new iPhone 5 on Sept. 21, consumers began reporting a hazy purple color appearing on the edges of pictures, and videos, an issue the public dubbed the "purple halo problem." All that whining may have been for nothing, though. A new report today indicates the iPhone 5's camera is "no more prone to purple hazing ... than its predecessor, or several Android phones," according to Consumer Reports.

'Proof of Heaven' by Eben Alexander: A Neurosurgeon's Journey Beyond Convinces Him Heaven Is Real

Does heaven exist? While science and spirituality aren't the best of friends, a new book by a neurosurgeon that had a near death experience has changed his mind on the subject.

'Honey Boo Boo Child' TV Show: Alana Harassed by Kidnapping Threats, Family Hires Full Time Bodyguard (Video)

Stardom may be taking over Honey Boo Boo Child's life a little faster than anyone could have anticipated. The family of the seven-year-old beauty queen at the center of TLC's reality hit, "Here Comes honey Boo Boo Child" has reportedly hired a 24-hour bodyguard due to an alleged kidnapping plot.

Nokia Lumia 920 Price, Specs, Release Date Nov. 5 in Australia; Fans Bash Bad Press, Why Many Will Buy and Back Nokia Despite High Prices

The smartphone race is heating up as new details were revealed about the Nokia Lumia 920. The smartphone race is heating up as new details were revealed about the Nokia Lumia 920.

Sarah Palin Skinny Photos Explained, Writing Fitness Book, Bristol Receiving Death Threats for 'DWTS' (Poll)

Palin revealed recently in an e-mail to People magazine she's so skinny because she's in the middle of writing a fitness book with her family.

iOS 6 Features, Release Date: Apple Ignored Reports Maps Was a Failure Prior to Launch, Say Developers

The tech community rarely agrees on much, but virtually everyone seems to know in their gut Apple's new Maps app is rotten. Since the release of Apple's iOS 6 on Sept. 19, Maps' failures, and recurring issues, have dominated the news cycle more than the operating systems' alleged improvements. Today, news breaks that Apple has known Maps is a clunker since all the way back in June, according to CNET.

JK Rowling New Book 'The Casual Vacancy:' Inside Movie Rumors; Still Tops MacLeans Bestsellers List Despite Mixed Reviews

JK Rowling's new book is still topping bestsellers lists' despite mixed reviews. JK Rowling's new book is still topping bestsellers lists' despite mixed reviews.

iPad Mini Specs, Release Date: No 4G LTE, Wi-Fi Only? Holiday Retail Battle with Amazon Kindle Fire HD, 32GB Google Nexus 7, Microsoft Surface RT Tablet

While excitement has been ramping up ahead of Apple's widely rumored Nov. 2 release date for its new "iPad Mini," today a report suggest the device may lack one of the most cherished features users have wished for: 4G LTE.

'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Movie Cast: New Details, Photos of Josh Hutcherson, Peeta's Younger Brother; Jennifer Lawrence Dishes About Fame [SEE NOW]

New details emerged about the highly anticipated film adaption of Suzanne Collins' second "Hunger Games" novel.

Microsoft Surface Tablet Features, Release Date: Price Will Not Compete with Google Nexus 7, Closer to Apple iPad, Say Analysts

While sources have suggested pricing for Microsoft's new Surface RT tablet will be around $300 for its Oct. 26 release at Midnight, today analysts are contradicting the rumored price point for the device, and suggesting that it will most likely be priced somewhere between $400-$500, closer to low-end laptops.

Galaxy Note 2 Release Date, Specs: T-Mobile Announces 'Phablet' Available in 'Coming Weeks,' But HTC DLX, Droid Incredible X Specs to Compete?

T-Mobile has finally announced details about Samsung's Galaxy Note 2. T-Mobile has finally announced details about Samsung's Galaxy Note 2.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini Features, Pics Leak, Release Date Oct. 11, Can It Compete with Apple iPhone 5?

We first saw rumored specs for Samsung's new Galaxy SIII Mini smartphone last week, and today even more information, including purported pics of the device, have leaked thanks to German tech website MobileGeeks.

Nicholas Sparks New Book, ‘Best of Me,’ Becoming Film, Michael Hoffman to Direct (Video)

Nicholas Sparks fans, you know the drill. It's that time of year again. Yet another of the author's heart-tugging romance books - the recently released "Best of Me" -- has been optioned to be turned into a film.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting: Chris Brown and Taylor Swift to Play Christian Grey, Ana Steele? Leona Lewis Says 'Perfect Choice'

Interesting news has popped up in the "Fifty Shades" universe. Interesting news has popped up in the "Fifty Shades" universe. Many stars are reading "Fifty Shades of Grey," and the next one to open up about casting is "Trouble" singer Leona Lewis.

'Gone Girl' Movie Casting: Ryan Gosling and Charlize Theron to Play Nick and Amy? GIllian Flynn's Pick is Reese Witherspoon

It looks like "Gone Girl" will be the next big film adaption after E.L. James' "Fifty Shades of Grey."

Mila Kunis Esquire: 5 Interesting Things We Know About 'Sexiest Woman Alive 2012,' From 'Fifty Shades of Grey' to Politics

Mila Kunis is all over the Internet, but why? It's because she is the sexiest woman alive. Mila Kunis is all over the Internet, but why? It's because she is the sexiest woman alive.

Nexus 10 Tablet Release Date, Features: Google, Samsung Form Partnership; All Out Tablet Retail War This Holiday Shopping Season

While rumors swirled around the Internet last week that Google could release a 32GB version of its Nexus 7 tablet as early as Oct. 24, sources today are suggesting that device isn't the only ace the tech company has up its sleeve. A Google Nexus 10-inch tablet is currently in the works, according to CNET.

Amazon Kindle Fire 2, HD Release Date, Specs: iPad Mini Will Still Dominate Because of Strong Demand, Apple Loyalty Despite Rave Reviews

Will the buzz around the Kindle Fire 2,HD die down after Apple's releases their iPad Mini? New reports say yes.

Roman Polanski Sex Abuse Victim, Samantha Geimer, Writing Tell All Book Due in Fall 2013

The woman at the heart of the sex scandal that caused director Roman Polanski to flee to the U.S. will release a tell all book about the case, Atria, an imprint of Simon & Schuster announced Oct. 9.

Bestselling 'Goosebumps' Author R.L. Stine Aims for Adult Audience with Horror Novel “Red Rain”

Be afraid. Be very afraid. Yet another "children's author" has decided to make the jump from entertaining adolescents to writing for adults.

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