TECHNOLOGY

Apple made it clear during its Worldwide Developer Conference that it has been interested in exploring the idea of “connected home” or “smart home.” People can expect the iPhone 6, iPad Air 2 and other upcoming Apple hardware to be compatible with home devices. More importantly, there release of the iPhone 6, iPad Air 2 and other products like MacBook Pro should drive the stock price for Apple achieving new highs.

Contrary to previous smartphone releases, Japan-based multinational company Sony is set to storm the U.S. market with recent rumours on approval of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) for Sony's next flagship phone, the Sony Xperia Z3.

“Destiny’s” Iron Banner has already been scheduled to appear more than once during the beta run. Bungie has also made a few more announcements including the availability of the “Destiny” companion app. In addition, Bungie explains why cross platform play is impossible to run for “Destiny.”

The three Minecraft versions slated to release for the PS4, Xbox One and PS Vita have been given more development updates by developer 4J Studios. “Minecraft 1.8” has gotten more updates with a new snapshot from Mojang.

The PlayStation and Xbox exclusive titles “Killzone Shadow Fall” and “Titanfall” each have DLC developments.

An international football championship for robots is being held in Brazil, after their success with the organization of FIFA World Cup 2014, where Germany emerged as winners.

A list of APKs has been leaked for the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, some of which have revealed a couple of new features for the device itself. Also, the Samsung Galaxy Mini Duos will be joining the devices that have converted to the Android 4.4.2 Kitkat update.

While shopping for a compact tablet users place a bigger importance to hardware often ignoring the importance of the platform. It may be iOS, Android or Windows. PC Pro UK magazine shares some tips in making a right choice on the best OS for your tablet.

Enterprise IT major IBM has clinched an exclusive partnership with Apple to sell its iPhones and iPads loaded with its applications to enterprise clients, reported Reuters. Many see this as an attempt by IBM to shift gears from hardware to software. The hardware business of IBM is not in an exciting phase.

The technological innovations in iPhones will see astounding heights, if the latest invention patented by Apple gets into its smartphones. According to a report in the Wire, the iPhones of future will carry apps that can track behavior patterns of the users.

Twitter's acquisition of CardSpring has taken it very close to its goal of launching its own e-commerce platform, reports The Wall street Journal. Though the cost of acquisition is not available the deal is all set to bring real-time shopping to Twitter with the shopper redeeming them offline at a later date.

Google has declared a war on cyber attacks. Aiming to exterminate nasty computer bugs attracting hackers Google announced a mission to go after cyber criminals, reports CNN.

Not every iPhone 6 models that Apple launches this fall may come with sapphire crystal displays, new report states. Rather, it could be restricted to only the higher end models such as the 18 GB 5.5 inch iPhone 6.

The new Asus Memo Pad 7 with its strong performance and good battery life does make a strong case for itself in the ultra low price segment. Couple that with good build quality and an UI that fortunately isn't too obtrusive for a decent Android experience.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella informed company employees last week that management will have to take some tough decisions with long-term goals in mind. Thereby, Microsoft would lay off 18,000 employees within 2015. If this news is not bad enough, the company will also be putting its Nokia X series of phones to rest.

Sony has recently rolled out a firmware update to Xperia Z2. The firmware version number in focus is 17.1.2.A.0.314. In addition Sony Xperia T2 Ultra received a software update that brings in the ability to move apps to SD card. Microsoft, on the other hand, is prompt to fix the reported Wi-Fi problem with a software update.

The new Kim Kardashian app, also known as "Kim Kardashian: Hollywood" on iTunes, could fetch over $80 million for Kanye West's wife, according to reports. The celebrity app is popular in many countries, including Australia.

Apple’s iPhone 6 may bring more impressive functionalities as a new patent sighting suggest the tech giant’s work on automated security. According to patent published under the US Trademark and Patent Office, Apple has found a way to tweak the user interface of a mobile device including security protocols and other settings depending on its location.

Amidst rumours that Apple's iPhone will be flaunting a resilient and durable sapphire glass screen, a Japanese company Kyocera has come forward offering a super strong synthetic sapphire shield. According to a report published by Android Central, Kyocera claims that its Sapphire Shield can offer many Android OEMs the high quality synthetic sapphire glass for making their phone screens.

Recently released Samsung Galaxy Tab S series of tablets with 8.4-inches and 10.5-inches displays were well received by both critics and users alike. However, there are user complaints pertaining to the overheating problem of the brand new Galaxy Tab S tablets. Apparently the extra heat caused the rear panel of the tablet to get deformed, putting the tablet owner in a difficult situation.

Here are 6 features the iPad Air does not support right now.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 release date is approaching and so far we have heard reports on various killer features of the upcoming device. This includes a powerful 64-bit processor, retina scanner, brilliant colour options, OIS in camera, curved OLED display option, an ultrasound pen, thinner design and reasonable price. However, the new addition to this never ending list of Galaxy Note 4 features includes an Ultraviolet (UV) Sensor.

The new entrant BlackBerry Z3 has recently been launched in emerging markets like Indonesia, India and the Philippines. Other countries can expect to see this handset later this year. The Sony Xperia M2, on the other hand, was released in May 2014. Although both phones are budget-friendly phones, readers who are interested in the latest BlackBerry Z3 or the Sony Xperia M2 should check out the following specifications, features and price comparison.

Fresh rumours have claimed the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 might be ready to hit production lines in the third week of July while its bigger brethren will reach production stage in August.

Microsoft is aiming squarely at the Google Chromebooks and have announced a slew of devices including the $99 HP Stream to offer viable alternative in the low cost notebook segment. Acer and Toshiba too would be launching devices in this segment though those will be priced $249 each. Meanwhile, new chips from MediaTek and Rockchip could drive Chromebooks even more.

Analysts have been tracking Apple stocks for the longest time and it appears Apple's upcoming hardware cycle will be one of its best yet. Hyunwoo Doh, equity analyst from Jefferies & Co.’s South Korean, shared a positive view of Apple saying that iPhone 6 can boost its shares. More importantly, other analysts believe that the iPhone 6's offering along with complementary products from Apple like iOS 8 can drive the stocks rising further.

Panasonic P81 smartphone , the first Octa-core Phone from the Panasonic Company. It Competes with the devices, Micromax Canvas Knight, Karbonn Titanium Octane Plus and others. The Phone is very sleek, stylish and trendy and is priced Rs. 18,990 (337.83 AUD).

Android L Updates to Nexus 5 and Nexus 7, The Android L developer is the early build of Android and is available for the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013). As we know Android L is revealed with new features like material design, actionable notifications and personal unlocking among others. Some of the other features of Android includes burst-mode camera APIs, improved battery status, predicted time remaining, bluetooth 4.1, USB Audio, and new quick settings, which are featured in the shape of letter

Commercial Radio Australia (CRA) created a new app that would allow owners of iPhone and iPad to create their own demo radio advertisements. It only indicates the fast-paced development in the information and computer technology industry that permits broadcasters as well as hobbyist to be part of the radio industry even outside the traditional and mainstream FM and AM bands.