Evan Niu, CFA

Google Reader is about to die, but Facebook Reader may soon be born. The social network is reportedly looking to replicate Flipboard's success as it expands its content strategy.

In just two years, the tablet could easily overtake the PC in worldwide unit sales. Which platform will win out?

HP unveils its third Android device this year. It's just more evidence that HP wants to diversify away from Windows.

Microsoft may be preparing for a major internal restructuring, just in time for its new fiscal year.

Apple reportedly inks a long-term deal with Taiwan Semiconductor for A-chips. Investors have heard this one before. Will it be true this time around?

Is this meaningful, or just another movement?

Big G settles claims that its new Class C share class would hurt investors.

Bookseller Barnes & Noble keeps a Father's Day Promotion around for a bit longer.

Apple discloses details about government requests for customer data in the aftermath of the "Prism" controversy.

The two giants will be forced to adapt, and that may include lower margins in the long term.

The iPad product family has always been strategically curious. With new iPad Mini models on the horizon, will Apple kill the first-generation iPad Mini or keep it around for cheaper?

After ranking No. 1 in Japan last year, Apple has given up market share in Japan to Sony. The largest wireless carrier has had a lot to do with that, putting marketing and promotions behind the local player.

Rounding up recent rumors about Apple's upcoming iPad Mini, which is expected to carry a Retina display.

Office has always been a key advantage for Microsoft, which is why the software giant has selectively withheld it on rival mobile platforms.

BlackBerry releases the first beta version of its platform with support for the latest version of Android. That will help the company further boost the tally and performance of ported Android apps. How long can BlackBerry keep it up?

With the new era of low-cost tablets, Microsoft is being forced to cut prices to remain competitive. This all sounds like the netbook's 15 minutes of fame.

Apple's upcoming Mac Pro is the first product lineup to be assembled in the U.S. in many years. Which company scored Apple's contract manufacturing business?

Is this meaningful, or just another movement?

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Sapphire has been named as a potential threat to Corning's lucrative Gorilla Glass business, which has become the standard in smartphone displays. Apple has tested out the material, but has opted to pass for the time being.