TechBytes: Gmail Missing Messages, Facebook Updates Its 'Like' Button and a RLX App

Some Gmail users see empty inboxes and folders.

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by BRETT LEVY and TINA TRINH
February 28, 2011, 6:48 PM ET
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Feb. 28, 2011— -- Google says it's investigating problems with its e-mail service. Many Gmail users woke up Sunday to find all their old messages, folders and contacts missing. Google says its engineers are working to restore all the missing information as soon as possible. The problem affects less than 1 percent of Gmail users.

Facebook's 'Like' Button Updated

Facebook seems to really like its "Like" button. The button now works more like the "Share" button. When you "Like" an article, the full story with a headline, blurb and thumbnail will be posted to your profile wall. Previously, only a link to the story would appear in a member's recent activity.

RLX app

Ralph Lauren has introduced an iPad app to promote its new sportswear line. The RLX app creates a virtual showroom that uses the iPad's features to manipulate the models' different movements. The app is free, of course, as it helps sell Ralph Lauren clothing.