Is an Apple search engine in the works?

Rumors are floating around about a possible new search engine by Apple, but is that a good thing?

A story published by tech blog TechCrunch Thursday cites "multiple (if thin) reports" claiming the Mac-maker is developing its own search competitor. The story notes that Apple's Safari browser , which currently commands about 6.5 percent of the browser market, uses Google as its default search engine -- thereby handing off valuable real estate it could be using to its own advantage. While TechCrunch points out that Apple doesn't appear to be hiring search experts, it also notes that "the rumors persist" and many employees at other search companies have reported hearing the same rumblings. ... Go to source

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