Tech Five: Intel quiet following earnings report

Shares of Intel are holding steady following its quarterly earnings report Thursday. Let's look at the tech stocks to watch Friday:

Intel. The chip maker topped estimates with a fourth quarter earnings per share of 74 cents. The company also reported revenue of $14.7 billion. However, Intel shares had been trading down 2% once results were released. As of pre-market trading Friday, Intel stock is down 0.2%.

Google. The founder of smart thermostat firm Nest will take over the program responsible for futuristic eyewear Google Glass. Google is also dropping its Explorers Program, which let consumers purchase a Glass for $1,500.

Microsoft. After ending a promotion January 3 that cut the price of its Xbox One video game console to $349, the tech giant is bringing back the lower price point. Microsoft had slashed the price during holidays to spark interest in the device, which is trailing Sony's PlayStation 4.

T-Mobile. The wireless carrier is launching new prepaid plans, where customers can unlimited talk, text and 4G data starting at $40 a month. The plans will be available on January 25.

Apple. The iPhone maker is expanding its retail reach in China. Apple exec Angela Ahrendts says the company is opening five more stores in China. Apple has opened 20 stores in China since its retail debut in 2008.

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