Welcome to this morning's edition of “First To Know,” a series in which we keep you in the know on what’s happening in the digital world. We’re keeping our eyes on four particular stories of interest today.
iPhone 4S Available for Pre-Order
Apple's next-generation iPhone, the iPhone 4S, is now available for pre-order in the U.S. and UK. Not sure what carrier to choose? See our guide.
Samsung & Google Postpone Nexus Prime Launch
Samsung and Google have postponed an event where the two were expected to unveil the Galaxy Prime smartphone, the first to run Android Ice Cream Sandwich.
Facebook Launches In-Line Translation Tool
Facebook has quietly introduced a tool that makes instant, in-line language translations appear with a single click.
Amazon Launches French-Language Kindle
Amazon.fr has launched a French-language Kindle ereader and accompanying French Kindle Store.
Further News
Companies can now post status updates to their followers on Linkedin.
Bravo has begun casting for a Silicon Valley reality series.
Rdio is now offering free music streaming in the U.S.
Twitter has opened an office in New York City.
HSN has begun incorporating QR codes into its TV programming for a four-day series of sales on electronics and other products that fall in the “innovation” category.
Since news of Steve Jobs's passing was announced Wednesday, fans have been flocking to Apple Stores to leave personalized notes, flowers, candles and even bitten apples.
The U.S. release date for an authorized biography of Apple founder and former CEO Steve Jobs has been advanced from Nov. 21 to Oct. 24.
Rent-your-space startup Airbnb has launched a free photography program that gives hosts access to professional photography services to enhance their listings.