The Apple Beat: Does Dr. Dre's party video confirm that Apple is buying Beats?

Let Me Ride: Has Dr. Dre become the richest name in Hip-Hop because of an acquisition of Beats by Apple?

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The past 24-hours have been all about the rumor that Apple is buying Beats for a whopping US $3.2 billion. Speculation has gone through the roof and reactions to the supposed deal range from incredulity to sheer confusion. A video posted early this morning by Tyrese Gibson showing Dr. Dre, the man behind Beats, partying it up and announcing, "the first billionaire in hip-hop, right here from the motherf_____g West Coast!"

So unless Dre's won some otherworldly lottery, this exuberant display seems to lend credence to the rumour that Beats has indeed been acquired by someone for billions. A $3.2 billion acquisition by Apple would be the largest in the company's history, the largest by far. Some are saying there's no way Apple would pay so much for a company that makes headphones and who isn't really into technology.

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Sago Sago announces Sago Mini Space Explorer digital toy for iOS

Toronto-based Sago Sago is readying to release Sago Mini Space Explorer, the newest addition to the award-winning suite of Sago Mini apps.

Young star gazers will be over-the-moon as they explore outer space with Harvey the dog. The adventures take kids flying across space in an infinite universe to discover new friends (including hug-bot, moon moles and space monsters) and other delightful surprises. 

Ideally suited for 2-4 year-olds, the digital toy is designed to be an open-ended play experience that puts kids in control. Hit jump for the key features.

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QODE Thin Type Keyboard Case for iPad Air is finally here

Learn about the Belkin QODE Thin Type Keyboard Case for iPad Air

Lighter than the iPad Air, the QODE Thin Type Keyboard Cover protects your iPad Air without adding bulk, making it easy to slide your iPad Air into your purse, briefcase, or backpack and transforming it into an untraportable touchscreen notebook when necessary.

Smart sensing technology automatically turns the iPad Air keyboard on when you need it and off when you don't. The well-spaced TruType keys on this laptop-style keyboard are designed to promote typing accuracy. A spring mechanism underneath each key provides a tangible response with every stroke, letting you type quickly and with fewer errors as you draft emails, write papers, or chat online. The QODE Thin Type Keyboard is available online from Belkin and other retailers.

Cyanogen starts search for female volunteers to supply voice samples

Want to be part of developing one of the latest smartphones coming out? Cyanogen Inc. wants help from female volunteers to refine the custom wake-up command of the OnePlus One. The company needs females within the 18-75 age range to supply various voice samples that would help them fine tune the wake-up feature.  Cyanogen has put up more details on their Google+ page for those interested in helping out.