On November 4, Apple annoucned that the App Store has as many as 100,000 applications to be used for the iPhone and iTouch. Customers from 77 countries can buy applications in categories such as games, business, news, sports, health, and reference and travel. Customers have downloaded almost 2 billion apps, making the Apple App Store one of the biggest Apps stores around the world.
Apple continues to improve search and discovery with Genius for Apps, App Store Essentials selections, sub category listings and more valuable customer reviews. With the new iTunes out, it is easier to organize your apps right on iTunes and they will automatically appear on your iPhone or iTouch.
The release of the new iPhone OS 3.0 made over 100 new features availabe for iPhone and iTouch including Cut and Paste, landscape view for mail, stereo Bluetooth, shake to shuffle, and much more. The recently introduced In App Store Purchase feature for free apps means leading developers will now be able to offer customers the choice of buying content, subscriptions, and digital services directly inside their apps.
Monday, November 30, 2009
What's happening to the Economy?
Business Have Cash but Are reluctant to Spend
Business appear more likely than the customers will go on a holiday shopping spread. They are spending money during the recession. In last week report suggesting that the companies are making only minimal purchases in coming month. Several say they are worried about recovering the government policies that could saddle them with a new cost.
The Capital spending is viewed as one of the economy's bright spot becuase the companies are expected to replace the aging equirment and buy computers to riase the productivity. The spending help grow the economy and create jobs as well.
Business appear more likely than the customers will go on a holiday shopping spread. They are spending money during the recession. In last week report suggesting that the companies are making only minimal purchases in coming month. Several say they are worried about recovering the government policies that could saddle them with a new cost.
The Capital spending is viewed as one of the economy's bright spot becuase the companies are expected to replace the aging equirment and buy computers to riase the productivity. The spending help grow the economy and create jobs as well.
Review of the Stock Market
S&P 500: On Monday the 23rd, it opened at 1,094.86 and closed at 1,106.24. The high was 1,112.38 and the low was 1,094.86. On Tuesday the 24th, it opened at 1,105.83 and closed at 1,105.65. The highs and lows for Tuesday were 1,107.56 and 1,097.63. On Wednesday the 25th, it opened at 1,106.49 and closed at 1,110.63. The high and low for Wednesday were 1,111.18 and 1,104.75. The Stock Market closed on Thursday the 26th for the holiday. On Friday the 27th, it opened at 1,105.47 and closed at 1,087.27. The high for Friday was 1,105.47 and the low was 1,083.74.
Dow Jones: On Monday the 23rd, it opened at 10,320.13 and closed at 10,450.95. The high was 10,524.40 and the low was 10,320.13. On Tuesday the 24th, it opened at 10,451.25 and closed at 10,433.71. The highs and lows for Tuesday were 10,488.66 and 10,335.62. On Wednesday the 25th, it opened at 10,432.96 and closed at 10,464.40. The high and low for Wednesday were 10,513.60 and 10,385.65. The Stock Market closed on Thursday the 26th for the holiday. On Friday the 27th, it opened at 10,452.23 and closed at 10,309.92. The high for Friday was 10,452.23 and the low was 10,179.33.
NASDAQ: On Monday the 23rd, it opened at 2,168.95 and closed at 2,176.01. The high was 2,189.50 and the low was 2,168.77. On Tuesday the 24th, it opened at 2,174.69 and closed at 2,169.18. The highs and lows for Tuesday were 2,175.15 and 2,155.22. On Wednesday the 25th, it opened at 2,174.00 and closed at 2,176.05. The high and low for Wednesday were 2,178.62 and 2,170.06. The Stock Market closed on Thursday the 26th for the holiday. On Friday the 27th, it opened at 2,115.96 and closed at 2,138.44. The high for Friday was 2,155.41 and the low was 2,113.99.
Dow Jones: On Monday the 23rd, it opened at 10,320.13 and closed at 10,450.95. The high was 10,524.40 and the low was 10,320.13. On Tuesday the 24th, it opened at 10,451.25 and closed at 10,433.71. The highs and lows for Tuesday were 10,488.66 and 10,335.62. On Wednesday the 25th, it opened at 10,432.96 and closed at 10,464.40. The high and low for Wednesday were 10,513.60 and 10,385.65. The Stock Market closed on Thursday the 26th for the holiday. On Friday the 27th, it opened at 10,452.23 and closed at 10,309.92. The high for Friday was 10,452.23 and the low was 10,179.33.
NASDAQ: On Monday the 23rd, it opened at 2,168.95 and closed at 2,176.01. The high was 2,189.50 and the low was 2,168.77. On Tuesday the 24th, it opened at 2,174.69 and closed at 2,169.18. The highs and lows for Tuesday were 2,175.15 and 2,155.22. On Wednesday the 25th, it opened at 2,174.00 and closed at 2,176.05. The high and low for Wednesday were 2,178.62 and 2,170.06. The Stock Market closed on Thursday the 26th for the holiday. On Friday the 27th, it opened at 2,115.96 and closed at 2,138.44. The high for Friday was 2,155.41 and the low was 2,113.99.
Our Portfolio (Nov. 21-25)
We didn't buy anything for this week. It seems that we are doing well on our portfolio. We have the total of $33,588.92 in cash. The total for equity is $100,004.92. We are hoping that Microsoft goes up during the holidays.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Black Friday 2009 countdown: More deals, sales, news & tips
According to Consumer's Reports Money Blog, 3% of buyers have already done their holiday shopping. Also on this long weekend coming up, 47% of shoppers plan to make gift purchases, and 1/3 of them say they will be looking for themselves.
On Thanksgiving, Walmart is going to be open at 6 a.m. and stay open all night. The big savings do not come until 5 a.m. on Black Friday.
On Walmart.com, the discounter will announce some items that will be 40% off on Thanksgiving Day. Jayne O' Donnell cautions that even though door busters can be good deals, check Pricegrabber.com to see if it really is a deal. Also, look at how much shipping is because that can make a product much more expensive.
Best Buy will be open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., JCPenney from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m., Kmart from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Macy's from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Walmart hopes this Black Friday will be much safer than last year. Since the trampling death of an employee, Walmart is trying a number of tactics to calm things down.
The National Retail Federation has created a comprehensive set of guidelines for crowd control. This includes dress rehearsals, and entertainment for shoppers in line.
For buyers hungry for something other than good deals, Ikea is offering a free small breakfast with coffee Friday-Sunday.
Business Week reports that Abercrombie & Fitch is going to mark down its apparel to win back its young customers.
Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic have decided that they are going to be open for 5 hours at noon on Thanksgiving Day.
CNN Money tells shoppers to read fine lines on deals.
On Thanksgiving, Walmart is going to be open at 6 a.m. and stay open all night. The big savings do not come until 5 a.m. on Black Friday.
On Walmart.com, the discounter will announce some items that will be 40% off on Thanksgiving Day. Jayne O' Donnell cautions that even though door busters can be good deals, check Pricegrabber.com to see if it really is a deal. Also, look at how much shipping is because that can make a product much more expensive.
Best Buy will be open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., JCPenney from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m., Kmart from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Macy's from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Walmart hopes this Black Friday will be much safer than last year. Since the trampling death of an employee, Walmart is trying a number of tactics to calm things down.
The National Retail Federation has created a comprehensive set of guidelines for crowd control. This includes dress rehearsals, and entertainment for shoppers in line.
For buyers hungry for something other than good deals, Ikea is offering a free small breakfast with coffee Friday-Sunday.
Business Week reports that Abercrombie & Fitch is going to mark down its apparel to win back its young customers.
Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic have decided that they are going to be open for 5 hours at noon on Thanksgiving Day.
CNN Money tells shoppers to read fine lines on deals.
Apple-MacBook
After reviewing Apple's website, I was able to learn more about the new MacBook. The company is offering a completely redesigned, better-in-every-way MacBook, for just $999. The laptop has a built in 7-hour battery and is just 1.08 inches thin and 4.7 pounds. It also includes a brilliant LED-backlit display and glass multi-touch trackpad. By offering this new and improved computer at a more affordable price than in the past, I believe Apple will make a decent profit. Consumers are looking to buy gifts for the holidays and this will appear as a good purchase.
Review of Our Portfolio: November 23-27
We have not bought any new stocks. We hope that Microsoft and Apple continue to prosper in these rough economic times and over the holidays.
Stock Market (Nov. 16- 20)
Review of the Stock Market this week
NASDAQ: The NASDAQ went down alot. It opened up with 18.94 and ended with 18.97. It took a big hit from last week. For this week was not their best sale. Friday was a big sale for them. Hopefully next will be a better for NASDAQ.
Dow Jones: The Dow Jones open 10,267.53. In the end the week they ended with 10,318.16. For Dow Jones, Wednesday was there big sale. They started with 10,426.27 and close on Wednesday with 10,426.31. It change a little but it is better than the other days.
S&P 500: They did well for this week. In beginning of this week the open with 1,094.13, but went down in the week with 1,091.38. S&P 500 went down in the middle of the week, but jumped back up at the end for Friday. Somehow when it was the end of the day it would jump up in price. They would start out low, but at the end of the day would be high.
NASDAQ: The NASDAQ went down alot. It opened up with 18.94 and ended with 18.97. It took a big hit from last week. For this week was not their best sale. Friday was a big sale for them. Hopefully next will be a better for NASDAQ.
Dow Jones: The Dow Jones open 10,267.53. In the end the week they ended with 10,318.16. For Dow Jones, Wednesday was there big sale. They started with 10,426.27 and close on Wednesday with 10,426.31. It change a little but it is better than the other days.
S&P 500: They did well for this week. In beginning of this week the open with 1,094.13, but went down in the week with 1,091.38. S&P 500 went down in the middle of the week, but jumped back up at the end for Friday. Somehow when it was the end of the day it would jump up in price. They would start out low, but at the end of the day would be high.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
China pushes solar, wind power development
In this article, found at USAToday.com, readers learn that China is leading the world in making solar cells, the key component in solar panels, many of which are exported to the U.S.
Because of this, China is setting itself up to do more than just manufacture components for renewable energy, such as wind and solar. The country is also spending heavily to build its own domestic market as it attempts to battle its greenhouse gas emissions, electrify its nation of 1.3 billion people and curb its massive pollution problem.
Energy executives say the buildup of a huge market in China for renewable energy is luring global manufacturers and research teams to the country. That's causing concern in some corners that China, not the United States, will emerge as the hub of the new industries, leaving the United States as dependent on foreign nations for solar panels, wind turbines and other green-energy equipment and technology as it is on the Mideast for oil.
Because of China's ability to further it's knowledge of the use and benefits of solar energy, it proves how far ahead and advanced China is becoming.
Because of this, China is setting itself up to do more than just manufacture components for renewable energy, such as wind and solar. The country is also spending heavily to build its own domestic market as it attempts to battle its greenhouse gas emissions, electrify its nation of 1.3 billion people and curb its massive pollution problem.
Energy executives say the buildup of a huge market in China for renewable energy is luring global manufacturers and research teams to the country. That's causing concern in some corners that China, not the United States, will emerge as the hub of the new industries, leaving the United States as dependent on foreign nations for solar panels, wind turbines and other green-energy equipment and technology as it is on the Mideast for oil.
Because of China's ability to further it's knowledge of the use and benefits of solar energy, it proves how far ahead and advanced China is becoming.
Review of Market (Nov. 9-13)
Review of the Market Nov. 9-13
Dow Jones: The Dow Jones open with 10,020.69 and ended in the week with 10,272.47. It took a big jump in this week. It keeps going up in price for this week. On Thursday they started high,
but took a down fall at the end of the day. Dow Jones is doing better than the NASDAQ and S&P500.
NASDAQ: The NASDAQ started with 2,128.46. They took a big hit on Thursday November 10,2009. It open with 2,166.98 on that day and close with 2,149.02. For NASDAQ Thursday was not there day to buy and sell. In the end of the week it closes with 2,167.88.
S&P 500: The S&P is doing well. They started with 1,072.32 and ended in the week with 1,093.48. It is increase by the end of the week. It gain 30% from Monday-Thursday,but came down on Friday.The S&P 500 is trying to work its way up in price.
Dow Jones: The Dow Jones open with 10,020.69 and ended in the week with 10,272.47. It took a big jump in this week. It keeps going up in price for this week. On Thursday they started high,
but took a down fall at the end of the day. Dow Jones is doing better than the NASDAQ and S&P500.
NASDAQ: The NASDAQ started with 2,128.46. They took a big hit on Thursday November 10,2009. It open with 2,166.98 on that day and close with 2,149.02. For NASDAQ Thursday was not there day to buy and sell. In the end of the week it closes with 2,167.88.
S&P 500: The S&P is doing well. They started with 1,072.32 and ended in the week with 1,093.48. It is increase by the end of the week. It gain 30% from Monday-Thursday,but came down on Friday.The S&P 500 is trying to work its way up in price.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Microsoft Launches Digital Video Series “Microsoft Health Tech Today”
The Microsoft Corporation announced, "Microsoft Health Tech Today". It is a fast-paced online video series designed to show how software innovation is improving health around the world. The show highlighted the latest industry trends and features examples of proven solutions that are improving health for many.
As the world goes through an economic crisis, many companies are not getting the sustainable systems they want. "Health Tech Today" aims to lead the movement towards improving patients' services. They are going to do this by increasing efficiency and effectiveness of care while reducing costs.
"Health Tech Today" will host some of the top thought leaders in health and global health issues. Each show will have a guest from the Microsoft Studios in Redmond,Washington.
"Health Tech Today" is a monthly online series providing cutting-edge stories about health and information technology.
As the world goes through an economic crisis, many companies are not getting the sustainable systems they want. "Health Tech Today" aims to lead the movement towards improving patients' services. They are going to do this by increasing efficiency and effectiveness of care while reducing costs.
"Health Tech Today" will host some of the top thought leaders in health and global health issues. Each show will have a guest from the Microsoft Studios in Redmond,Washington.
"Health Tech Today" is a monthly online series providing cutting-edge stories about health and information technology.
Review of our Portfolio (Nov 9-13)
During week 5, we gained money. Our total equity is $101,120.18. We also still have $33,563.18 in cash that we did not spend yet. Microsoft is doing very well and has risen over the past couple weeks. Microsoft is a key reason why we gained a lot of our money back. In the past week, our equity was down to about $96,000. We are now ranked 165 out of 959.
Monday, November 9, 2009
USA Today Report (Nov. 02-06)
Stock Volatility is back, a signify an aging bull?
The Dow Jones industrial rose or fell more than 100 points in seven of the past 12 trading days. The company are seeing some choppy trading patterns when investors begin to fret that a bull market is running out of stream. The investors are trying to figure out if they should sell or not. The reason because the surrounding health care and the unemployment. The money managers goal is to gain from rising the stock prices.
Review of our Portfolio (Nov. 02-06)
Our group didn't buy any stocks for this week.
Today on Nov. 9, we have the total of $98,086.32.
Compare from week three, we gain 2,009.00.
We are doing well on our stocks.
Today on Nov. 9, we have the total of $98,086.32.
Compare from week three, we gain 2,009.00.
We are doing well on our stocks.
iMac and the Environment
It was interesting to learn that Apple has introduced a new environmental freindly iMac, the ultimate all-in-one desktop computer, now healthy for the enviroment. This iMac includes a highly efficient power supply that reduces the amount of power wasted when bringing electricity from the wall to your computer. There is no doubt this sounds extremely attractive to customers because the lower power consumption of this computer reduces energy bills and lessens the environmental impact of greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. iMac meets the stringent low power requirements set by the EPA, giving it Energy Star qualification.
The greatest environmental challenge facing the computer industry is the presence of arsenic, brominated flame retardants, mercury, phthalates, and plyvinyl chloride in products. Engineers at Apple have worked hard to elimate BFRs and PVC from iMac circut boards, internal and external cables, connectors, insulators, adhesives, and more. Apple is also offering a free recycling program for old computers and displays with the purchase of any new Mac. Because of this new and improved product, Apple Inc can anticipate having an increase in value for their company.
The greatest environmental challenge facing the computer industry is the presence of arsenic, brominated flame retardants, mercury, phthalates, and plyvinyl chloride in products. Engineers at Apple have worked hard to elimate BFRs and PVC from iMac circut boards, internal and external cables, connectors, insulators, adhesives, and more. Apple is also offering a free recycling program for old computers and displays with the purchase of any new Mac. Because of this new and improved product, Apple Inc can anticipate having an increase in value for their company.
Review of the Market-Week 4 Nov.2-6
S&P 500-On Monday Nov. 2nd, it opened at 1,036.18 and on Friday Nov. 6th it closed at 1,069.30. The high during this week was 1,071.48, which was on Friday, and the low reached 1,029.38, which was on Monday. The company did good this week because the prices got higher instead of lower.
DJIA-On Monday Nov. 2nd, it opened at 9,712.13 and on Friday Nov. 6th closed at 10,023.42. The high during this week was 10,077.08 on Friday, and the low reached 9,647.06 on Monday. Overall the company did good this week because the prices kept getting higher.
NASDAQ-On Monday Nov. 2nd, it opened at 2,047.42 and on Friday Nov. 6th cloesd at 2,112.44. The high during this week was 2,117.62 on Friday, and the low reached 2,024.27 on Monday. The company did pretty good this week, but there were some falls in the prices.
DJIA-On Monday Nov. 2nd, it opened at 9,712.13 and on Friday Nov. 6th closed at 10,023.42. The high during this week was 10,077.08 on Friday, and the low reached 9,647.06 on Monday. Overall the company did good this week because the prices kept getting higher.
NASDAQ-On Monday Nov. 2nd, it opened at 2,047.42 and on Friday Nov. 6th cloesd at 2,112.44. The high during this week was 2,117.62 on Friday, and the low reached 2,024.27 on Monday. The company did pretty good this week, but there were some falls in the prices.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Young Reporter Visits Microsoft to Learn About the Future of Education
It was very interesting to read about how Microsoft is getting kids involved with their future. An article found on Microsoft's website informs the public of the lengths 10 year-old reporter, Brennan LaBrie, is going to educate others of the powerful impact technology is making in the world. From over 400 kids, Brennan LaBrie was selected as one of the 12 to become a student reporter for TIME for Kids magazine. He chose to visit Microsoft's Redmond campus to learn more about the future of education, specifically how the company is helping to make learning fun and improving resources for students and teachers.
By allowing kids to visit the company and learn more about their future and the future of technology, Microsoft is really benefitting themselves. If students and teachers become more aware of the resources that Microsoft is creating and how benefical these resources would be in the class room, Microsoft's stock market value has the potential to increase significantly.
By allowing kids to visit the company and learn more about their future and the future of technology, Microsoft is really benefitting themselves. If students and teachers become more aware of the resources that Microsoft is creating and how benefical these resources would be in the class room, Microsoft's stock market value has the potential to increase significantly.
The Stock Market (Oct. 26-30)
What's going on with the Stock Market for Week 3
In week three, the NASDAQ went down at the end of the week. They started with 2,158.81 and end with 2,045.11. It seems that Monday was their big sale,but it went down hill for this week.
For the DJIA the value of the price went up a few. On Thursday, the value of DJIA price went up with 9,712.73. The Dow Jone took a big dive on Friday. The price ended with 9,96.58. Thursday was Dow Jone big sell out.
The value for S&P 500 price open with 9,962.58. It ended with 1,036.19 for this week.It seems that the price was going up and down like a latter. It is going up a few on Friday. Next week might be going up, but i am not for sure on that though.
In week three, the NASDAQ went down at the end of the week. They started with 2,158.81 and end with 2,045.11. It seems that Monday was their big sale,but it went down hill for this week.
For the DJIA the value of the price went up a few. On Thursday, the value of DJIA price went up with 9,712.73. The Dow Jone took a big dive on Friday. The price ended with 9,96.58. Thursday was Dow Jone big sell out.
The value for S&P 500 price open with 9,962.58. It ended with 1,036.19 for this week.It seems that the price was going up and down like a latter. It is going up a few on Friday. Next week might be going up, but i am not for sure on that though.
Review of Our Portfolio: October 26-30
Our group has not bought any more stock since last week. The value of our portfolio on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 is $96,077.32
AT&T sues Verizon Wireless over 'misleading' 3G map Coverage Ads
AT&T is suing Verizon Wireless to stop its bigger mobile rival from using "misleading" coverage maps in advertisements that are causing AT&T to lose "incalcuable market share".
In October, Verizon Wireless launched an ad showing the white spots on the map were where you cannot get coverage.
AT&T argued that its costumers can use their wireless devises outside of the 3G areas, and the devises work in spots where Verizon Wireless' map says they can't.
AT&T's exclusive right to sell the Apple IPhone has helped the company gain market share from Verizon Wireless during the quarter ended in September. But since Verizon Wireless is campaigning these ads, it caused AT&T to lose market share.
Because Verizon Wireless is using white spaces on its own maps showing they have no coverage there, consumers are incorrectly interpreting the AT&T maps. They think the white spaces on the AT&T maps mean they have no coverage there at all, when they do have at least some coverage there.
Because Verizon Wireless is using white spaces on its own maps showing they have no coverage there, consumers are incorrectly interpreting the AT&T maps. They think the white spaces on the AT&T maps mean they have no coverage there at all, when they do have at least some coverage there.
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