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Sam Mattera

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Sam has a love of all things finance. He writes about tech stocks and consumer goods.

Recent Articles by Sam Mattera

Oct 27, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple and Google Aren't Crushing Microsoft’s Office -- Yet

Despite rising competition from Apple and Google, Microsoft's Office is still doing well.

Oct 26, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple’s iPad Business Could get a Big Boost From T-Mobile

Apple's iPad business has disappointed investors as low-cost alternatives running Google's Android may have stolen sales. T-Mobile's new plan could help change that.

Oct 26, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Microsoft's Most Important Lumia Might Not Even Make It to the U.S.

Microsoft and Nokia have announced the Lumia 1320, a low-cost phablet designed to capture market share from phones running Google's Android in emerging markets.

Oct 25, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Judge Questions Key Part of Herbalife's Defense

A judge hits Herbalife with ruling that could weigh on the multilevel marketer. Shares of other MLMs, including Nu Skin and USANA, could also be affected.

Oct 24, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Microsoft Thinks Tablets Are for Work

Microsoft's head of communications is lashing out at Apple, arguing that bundling iWork is just Apple's way of playing catch-up to Microsoft's own approach to tablets, including the Surface and Nokia's upcoming 2520.

Oct 24, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple’s Mac Could Finally Win the War Against Microsoft’s Windows

Apple's updates to the Mac, along with Google's Chromebooks, could help it win the war against Microsoft's Windows.

Oct 23, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple’s iPad Business Is Shrinking, Nothing Announced Tuesday Changed That

Apple's iPad business is losing ground to rivals running Google's operating system, including Samsung.

Oct 22, 2013 by Sam Mattera

The Next Stock to Hit $1,000?

With Google above $1,000, investors may be wondering who's next. MasterCard, Netflix and Amazon all look like good bets.

Oct 22, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Microsoft Fails to Fix the Surface Pro 2

Microsoft's update to its Surface Pro tablet is getting lackluster reviews. The company still has work to do to catch Apple and Google in the mobile market.

Oct 20, 2013 by Sam Mattera

After Predicting Tesla’s Insane Rally, Longboard Is Betting on Microsoft

Longboard Asset Management thinks Microsoft can beat back the competition from Google and Amazon and become one of the world's most valuable companies.

Oct 20, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Will Windows 8.1 Kill the Local Hard Drive?

Microsoft's Windows 8.1 adds SkyDrive integration, alleviating the need to use a hard-drive made by a company like Seagate. As hard-drive demand falls, Samsung is looking smart for selling.

Oct 19, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Microsoft's Entire Windows Strategy Is Based on This Premise

Unlike Google or Apple, Microsoft thinks there is value in a hybrid operating system.

Oct 19, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Did Microsoft Reveal Its Next Takeover Target in a Reddit AMA?

In a response to a question on Reddit, Microsoft said it was working on the equivalent of Apple's iBooks, strongly suggesting that it could make a play for Barnes & Noble's NOOK.

Oct 19, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Windows 8.1: Microsoft's Online Investments Might Finally Pay Off

Microsoft is using its Google competitors to update Windows in a bid to give it a more Apple-like experience.

Oct 17, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Is Nokia About to Destroy Microsoft’s Hardware Ecosystem?

Nokia could be planning to release some devices running Windows 8, much to the chagrin of Microsoft's OEMs like Hewlett-Packard.

Oct 17, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple and Microsoft Could Use Tablet Accessories to Boost Demand

Microsoft has made accessories a key focus of its mobile strategy, and there are some signs that Apple could look to do the same. That could weigh on accessory makers like Logitech.

Oct 17, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple and Microsoft Could Be on the Verge of Copying Samsung

Both Apple and Microsoft could be about to take a page from Samsung's book.

Oct 17, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Did Windows 8.1 Update Finally Fix Windows 8?

Microsoft has finally released the long-anticipated update to Windows 8. Will it silence the critics?

Oct 16, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple’s Decision to Hire Angela Ahrendts Shows Why Bricks and Mortar Still Matters

Apple just went out and brought in a big name to head up its retail operation. That suggests there's still a place for stores like Best Buy, particularly as it works more closely with Samsung.

Oct 16, 2013 by Sam Mattera

Apple’s Revolutionary Laptop Could Be Far More Important to Intel

Apple has a new laptop in the works, and it could mean a lot for Intel and ARM Holdings.

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