Grand Theft Auto V For PC Release Scheduled For Spring 2014

The web is getting increasingly full of rumors concerning Grand Theft Auto V, one of the most popular video games in the world. In particular, the rumors say that the developers of Grand Theft Auto V are planning to release the PC version of the bestseller within a couple of months, i.e. this spring.

 

The first wakeup call that initiated the rumors about the PC version was the update of the console version. The update was set to eliminate some issues including the DirectX 11 fog.

Still, Rockstar Games, the developer of the popular game, still keeps silent and avoid commenting on the matter.

 

At the same time, a whole army of supporters and fans started collecting vote to ask the company for an official PC version of the game. At this point, they have already collected some 650 000 votes.

 

Meanwhile, the stock of Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO), which is the publisher of Grand Theft Auto V, is trading around 17 dollars per share while trying to recover from the recent price drop. The chart below, courtesy of Masterforex-V Academy, reflects the current state of affairs in the market of TTWO:

Facebook Tests Mobile Ads

Facebook and Twitter, the world’s two most popular social networks are still waging a war for dominating the cyberspace. This time, Facebook made a strategic move to consolidate its position in the industry. Not so long ago, Facebook reported about a new channel designed to beta-test adds for mobile apps.

 

In other words, Facebook is testing mobile advertising and is going to outpace Twitter in this aspect. It is not a secret that advertising (especially in the mobile segment) brings the owners a lot of money. Take, Google, for example! A lot of its income comes from advertising (including YouTube, mobile apps, AdSense etc).

 

Facebook also reminded that such experiments were performed in the past. Still, this one is different in many aspects. For example, this time Facebook is set to work with the advertisers directly without involving third-party companies.

 

Meanwhile, Facebook’s stock keeps seeing new highs. At this point, the price is growing and has already hit $51,5. The chart below, courtesy of Masterforex-V Academy, reflects the current state of affairs in the market of Facebook’s stock:

Apple and Samsung May Start New Confrontation

Some internet sources report that Apple and Samsung are about to start a new clash in the near future. In particular, the new court trial is scheduled for February 19^th. Let’s have a closer look at the reasons.

 

The world’s 2 major tech companies – Samsung and Apple – seem to be trying to start another clash of the titans. The thin is that Apple is trying to ban any attempts of copying the outer looks of its world-famous products like iPhone and iPad.

 

Experts believe that this attempt may cause more court trials in the future since many companies worldwide are trying to copy the outer looks of those devices to make them more popular in emerging markets.

 

At the same time, they expect a new patent war between Apple and Samsung. It should be noted that once Apple managed to win and force Samsung to obey to its demands through the country.

 

The forthcoming trial is scheduled for February 19^th. Still, if the parties fail to compromise, they will have to meet again in the same court in early spring, the sources report.

 

Meanwhile, Apple’s stock keeps consolidating after the recent rally seen in late 2013. At this point, the price is recovering from the bearish retracement, trading around $555 per share. The chart below, courtesy of Masterforex-V Academy, reflects the current state of affairs in the market of AAPL:

Apple to Increase Smartphone Screens

Apple is reported to introduce several smartphones this year, thereby breaking the tradition of introducing one per 12 months. Indeed, the world-famous tech giant is forced to change traditions in order to catch up with the rivals. What changes is Apple going to make?

 

Several respected internet sources claim that Apple is set to make some changes to its strategy and products. In particular, they say Apple is going to increase the screens of its future mobile devices, first of all this holds true for next-generation iPhones. If to believe the sources, these devices will get 4,5-inch or even 5-inch screens. This is what Apple lacked all this time. The rivals always make smartphones with bigger screens, which contributes much to the demand for them.

 

Therefore, Apple finally decided to follow the tendency and increase the size of the smartphone screen as well in the hope to restore the market share it used to have a couple of years ago when Steve Jobs was alive.

 

The sources also report that Apple is still developing the 5-inch iPhone while the 4,5-inch one is already under construction. It is also reported that Apple is not planning to release smartphones or any other mobile devices with flexible screens.

 

Meanwhile, Apple’s stock keeps consolidating after the recent rally seen in late 2013. At this point, the price is recovering from the bearish retracement, trading around $555 per share. The chart below, courtesy of Masterforex-V Academy, reflects the current state of affairs in the market of AAPL:

Google Purchases Company Developing Artificial Intellect

A couple of days ago, Google announced a new purchase. This time, the corporation purchased a tiny private company involved in the creation and development of artificial intellect. The company is called DeepMind.

 

At this point, the price of the deal is kept secret. However, according to some experts, the price may go up to $400 million. Still, the company hasn’t commented on the matter so far.

 

For reference sake, DeepMind is a UK-based private company founded in 2012 in London by a couple of programmers. At this point, the company is involved in developing self-learning algorithms and apps for them, including games, electronic commerce systems and simulators.

 

Google needs such companies in order to expand and intensify its own similar projects. Last year, Google was actively purchasing tech companies al over the globe in order to expand and consolidate its position in the industry and to become number 1 tech giant.

Apple Starts Its Own Online Payment System

Apple, the world-famous tech giant, is reported to have started making active steps toward implementing a very ambitious idea. In particular, it is planning to create an expanded mobile payment service, which is actually a new online payment system. The new payment system I expected to make rival to such well-known giants as Google Wallet, Square and PayPal.

 

The new payments system is expected to peg debit or credit cards to iTunes accounts in order ot purchase products and services offered by Apple and other companies a well. The service is expected to charge a certain fee for every single transaction made by the client.

 

Experts also believe that the new payment system is likely to be working together with iBeacon, the service informing users about discounts and bargains in retail stores located nearby. The data are expected to be transferred via Bluetooth 4.0.

 

Well, needless to say, that once implemented, the system will bring Apple billions of extra income, thereby increasing it income and market capitalization.

Apple Cut Its Capitalization Down To $355bn

n Q4 2013, Apple showed weaker financial performance. Apparently, this caused a decline in the corporation’s level of market capitalization. Apparently, this led to a decline in the price of Apple’s stock. Meanwhile, Samsung, one of the Apple’s major rivals, is trying to deprive it of a certain market share in the mobile industry.

 

In particular, Apple’s market capitalization declined by 8% during the reporting period. At this point, it is roughly estimated at $355bn. This happened almost instantly after the corporation published a relatively weak quarterly report for the last quarter of 2013. At the same time, Apple’s stock dropped more than 8% or by $45,45 per share in absolute figures. The current price is around $505 per share.

 

The latest figures show that the company’s net income remained almost unchanged in year-over-ear terms – around 13bn and 70 million dollars. At the same time, the corporation’s proceeds increased by 6% up to $57bn 600 million dollars. During the reporting period, Apple sold 51 million iPhones and 26 million iPads.

 

The chart below, courtesy of Masterforex-V Academy, reflects the current state of affairs in the market of AAPL: