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The first days of the new year have rung a happy note for Apple, offsetting the legal battle with Nokia that cast a shadow on the dying days of 2009. Downloads from the iTunes App Store have passed the 3 billion mark, and there's no shortage of excitement about the tablet Apple may be unveiling later this month.

Apple Starts 2010 With a Bang

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Apple is acquiring mobile ad company Quattro Wireless for an undisclosed amount, Andy Miller, Quattro's vice president, mobile advertising, said in a statement on the company's Web site. Apple, of course, has a rich array of products, including the iPhone and iPod touch lines. What it doesn't have is a distinct platform for advertisers to reach its massive user base.

Apple to Introduce Mobile Advertising Into Its Ecosystem