Microsoft and PC makers shipped a little more than 3 million tablets in the first quarter, according to preliminary results from Strategy Analytics. Originally posted at News – Microsoft View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

First-quarter earnings were down from a year ago but were still healthy thanks to a surge in smartphone shipments. Originally posted at News – Mobile View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The company will reportedly obtain the loans this week from three different banks. View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The ailing consumer-electronics maker is on its last legs, but things could be looking up since Qualcomm bought a minority stake in December and Samsung may be investing in the company too. View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The company says that it will focus on the “mobile ecosystem.” It also has bolstered its presence in China by appointing David Tang as its managing director there. Originally posted at News – Mobile View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The company says the move of the consumer-focused entertainment group will allow for a stronger focus on its health division. Originally posted at News – Internet & Media View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The final price is a lot less than the company wanted as it seeks to emerge from bankruptcy. View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

Chinese government levies fines against both companies and four other display makers for reportedly rigging the prices of display panels. Originally posted at News – Politics and Law View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

That figure is substantially lower than the amounts given out in 2011 and 2010, but the drop has nothing to do with Cook’s performance. Originally posted at News – Apple View full post on CNET News – Business Tech

The company is making the investment through its subsidiary Pixtronix. View full post on CNET News – Business Tech