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Google's Android 5.0 Lollipop update has been considered as the biggest of its kind yet. Fortunately for HTC One M7 and HTC One M8 users, the update may be coming to the devices around January 3. Likewise, a number of fixes are available for those who have updated to the firmware already and have been experiencing issues.

In replacing the iPhone 6, Apple fans but expect the iPhone 7 on release date to showcase compelling upgrades – both in build, which likely is leaner and lighter than the current model, specs and the mainstay killer features.

Google has been rolling out its Android 5.0 Lollipop update slowly. For Moto G users who want to experience the update already, there are several options: OTA and custom ROMs. The second generation Moto G received its OTA already while the first generation still awaits roll out completion.

The success of the iPhone 6 series has turned all eyes on what Apple plans do to next. According to recent leaks and predictions, the company is gearing up for the release of the iPhone 7 featuring a new A9 processor from Samsung. Can Apple deliver another killer?

Samsung's declining sales has reportedly prompted the company to take radical steps to offer better quality phones. According to recent information, Samsung will be offering a Galaxy S6 that will be steps way ahead of the Galaxy S5 whereas the Galaxy Note 4 will have another version offering significant improvements.

Google has started on its plan to move out its engineers from Russian office. According to the tech giant, it has transferred engineers previously in other regions though some believe that it may have something to do with Putin's administration trying to censor interent access.

Apple appears on course for a spring 2015 release date of the iPhone 6S that will be followed shortly by the iPhone 7 in September of the same year as Samsung has reportedly commenced production of the application processor that will power both devices – the 64-bit A9 chip.

Google has yet to complete the Android 5.0 Lollipop update to all providers. Fortunately, more details about the Lollipop upgrade for the Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy S4 and LG G3 handsets have surfaced. Similar to other Android roll out before, the upgrade for the following devices is expected to be carried out in stages.

Samsung refuses to back down on smartphone releases as two new phones show up: the Galaxy E5 and the Galaxy E7. The new Galaxy handsets came as a surprise because it they have not been reported or leaked until now. According to the latest information, the upcoming handsets will be fashioned according to the Galaxy Alpha from the Galaxy A line. Can Samsung pull off better sales with these phones?

It appears The Pirate Bay is back in business as it reportedly popped out of Costa Rica. Following Swedish police crackdown on the site, the notorious file-sharing site appears to back up through a Costa Rican web address. This also follows declarations of Pirate Party head Bruno Kramm that it is impossible to close down sites as such because multiple servers will eventually go up for their sake.

Pirate Bay appears to be gunning for a tragic end as two of its founders are locked up in jail with offices raided all over. However, a party head shares that no matter how many times law officials try to crack down the site, it will always emerge with a similar platform thanks to availability of multiple servers. Can Pirate Bay re-open?

The next iPhone release date on 2015, which could be the iPhone 6S or 7, will not happen at the time that it was first rumoured to but Apple is likely to deliver on its first smartwatch a little earlier than expected, according to new reports.

Apple's 2015 MacBook Air series will launch soon and more details have been surfacing promising a revolutionized laptop line. According to the latest information, Apple may be working on including a Retina treatment including a new chipset and design. According to analysts, if Apple can pull off the leaked and predicted features then it will be the best MacBook line yet. Can Apple deliver a killer?

Jailbreak fans who quickly jumped into the iOS 8.1.2 released by Apple this week can unlock their iPhones and iPads anew as TaiG made available version 1.0.2 of its jailbreaking tool that appears to work on devices running iOS 8.xx.

Russia has announced its nuclear plans with its sights set on a building up a nuclear power plant in India. Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the country's nuclear plans amidst tensions in the Baltic Sea where Russian jets were spotted provoking NATO fighters to respond.

Likely in time for the iPhone 7 release date in 2015, Apple will pack the device with killer graphical user interface that will make use of 3D display technology and on board device sensors.

Qualcomm's Snapdragon 810 has been making headlines particularly because it will reportedly power up some of the most anticipated smartphones of 2015. According to latest predictions and information, Snapdragon 810 will find its way to devices like Samsung Galaxy S6, LG G4 and Sony Xperia Z4. Will it be a killer year for Android and Qualcomm?

Deep space manned missions may not be too far behind as NASA takes a step further into flying spacecrafts to Mars. The recent Orion test flight was meant to give NASA real-life data about threats to deep space traveling and other extreme conditions. The maiden voyage reportedly yielded excellent data for future space flight improvements.

In time for their 2015 release dates, Apple’s next-generation phablet, likely the iPhone 7 Plus, and iPads could boast of a killer feature that was originally popularised by Samsung with its Galaxy Note jumbo smartphone series – the stylus.

The Earth's next best target is Mars and NASA is working on getting their way to it. According to latest information, NASA's exploration roadmap aims at sending people to Mars by 2030. The agency's Orion deep space capsule launched last December 5 as the maiden voyage paving for a possibly for a new future habitat.

Apple will reportedly be releasing a new line of MacBook Airs this 2015 with some noting some big changes to come. According to recent information, Apple may be including the Retina technology finally on the MacBook Air line with the company trying to resize the product to 12-inches. Some analysts think this can be a game changer upon release. Can Apple deliver a killer Mac line?

By the end of 2014, Apple is projected to pocket total revenues of $192 billion, which according to a new report will further balloon in 2015 thanks to the upcoming iPhone 7 release date and other iOS-powered devices such as the Apple Watch and next-generation iPads.

Apple is set to unpack three different smartphone models in time for the iPhone 7 release date in the second half of 2015, that is if the latest round of rumours are to be believed.

Apple may not appear to be on its way to revamping its tablet line completely but the company will reportedly work on a "Pro" or "Plus" version of the device. Slated for release next year, the new tablet line will also expectedly kill the iPad Mini 3 series. Apple will focus more on strengthening its computer line as experts expect new breed of MacBooks in 2015. Can Apple deliver more killer releases?

Google has already rolled out the Android 5.0 Lollipop update to its Nexus line but other manufacturers have yet to release the firmware. The Android 5.0 Lollipop for HTC One M7 and One M8 were scheduled to receive the program weeks ago but roll out has been delayed. According to latest information, the launch should be done this week but dates have yet to be finalized.

A two-part Bluetooth speaker has been launched by Crazybaby, which has a UFO-style disc called Mars Craft on top of a subwoofer.

Apple’s release date plans for 2015 reportedly involves two smartphone models – the iPhone 6S that will materialise spring time of the same year and the iPhone 7 that will take the flagship status of the iPhone 6 the following September.

China and the United States have embarked in a seemingly military contest where advancement for either nation is seen as a threat. A Chinese air show recently showcased a series of advanced missiles including bleeding-edge radar that may cause trouble or pose as threats to Pentagon's best fighters. Can China have better military technology than the United States?

The next iPhone, rumoured as the iPhone 7 on release date next year, will sport a glass panel that likely will not suffer from a cracked screen notwithstanding a nasty fall.