Tech news grab bag

Apple succeeds despite flops(5:02)4:15pm

From forgettable phones to disastrous desktops, Apple has learned to recover quickly from mistakes.

Amazon bucks the retail trend(3:55)Oct 28

The Seattle-based e-tailer is making a killing in spite of the recession. Techmate explores.

Can Windows 7 make PC's cool?(4:33)Oct 22

Microsoft hopes to increase its tech-credibility with today's release of its new operating system.

Apple's most profitable quarter(2:31)Oct 20

Sales of iPhone and Macs help Apple trounce Wall Street's forecasts for quarterly profit and revenue.

Can Dr. Dre make HP hip?(2:44)Oct 14

Hewlett-Packard teams up with the rapper to release a $2,300 notebook with enhanced audio.

Low tech supply? Good sign(3:26)Oct 8

A shortage of components for everything from iPods to servers may point to an economic recovery.

Shakeup at HP(4:02)Oct 2

Hewlett-Packard may merge its PC and printer groups -meaning big staff changes. Techmate explores that and Starbucks Via

Debating Dell's Perot purchase(5:41)Sep 24

The PC-maker's purchase of Ross Perot's old firm speaks volumes about changes in the IT industry.

Netflix's $1 million idea(4:43)Sep 21

A team of developers scores big by building a better movie recommendation engine.

Will Jobs show?(4:32)Sep 8

The Techmate team discusses whether the Apple CEO and the much-hyped tablet will be at their iPod event.