Movers and stinkers from the world of business

Last week, we looked at the geeks who created iconic technologies. This week, we examine the executives who pushed those technologies into becoming the basis of some of the largest businesses in the world.

Apple has recalled 28,000 rechargeable batteries used in its 15in PowerBook G4 computer worldwide after fears arose that they might burst into flames.

Superior GPU needed for OSX 10.6

The Mac OS X 10.4 client codenamed Tiger brought some 200 new features, notably Spotlight, Apple's new desktop search technology, on its release last Friday.

TV network declines new deal and will pull shows in December.

Group petitions Apple head to remove FairPlay DRM software.

Dirty secrets revealed in emails.

Trouble ahead for podcasts.

Exploit especially dangerous for Firefox users.

Glass, metal and LEDs abound in the shiny new Macbook range, including new "Brick" units carved from a single block of aluminium. But Jobs also described Blu-Ray in less than flattering terms.

Get ready Beatles fans. Their greatest hits will be featured on a Rock Band style title for the first time.

Everything going 'according to plan'.

We rarely recommend 17in notebooks to friends, because they’re too clunky and expensive. Apple has solved half the problem.

Unprotected tracks still offered at 256Kbps bit-rate.

Professional 'queuers' charging up to $1,000 to wait in line.

Leigh Dyer explains that Linux users can connect to Apple's new iPods, but it's getting more difficult.