TECHNOLOGY

Black Friday may have been over a week ago, but techies who failed to get a good bargain during those days need not wait for Boxing Day to enjoy price cuts on devices.

When the first iPad Mini was released in late 2012, it romped its way to the top and dislodged the original iPad as the world’s preferred tablet. Many wondered: Will the 9.7-inch tablet form-factor remain relevant?

Some of the veteran Apple fans who have used the iOS 6 are among those who are having difficulty in closing apps on the new iOS 7 operating system on their iPhones and iPads. Here is how to close the apps and stop them from running in the background.

Verizon is reportedly getting ready to offer another Nokia device, the Nokia Lumia 929. Notable mobile device source @evleaks posted on Twitter that the codename for the upcoming Windows Phone handset is “Icon” as more leaked images surface online.

For readers who are considering buying the LG Optimus G Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S4, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours continue to pile up as pre-launch gets closer. In order to filter out the most important things, here are essential tips for interested buyers for Galaxy S5 launching event.

No official word yet from Team Evad3rs on when exactly is the iOS 7 Evasi0n jailbreak is coming out. The latest points to a January or February 2014 release date.

A recent sighting of a Samsung SM-G900S smartphone model shows that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S5 may feature a 2.5 Ghz Snapdragon 800 chip and 2560 × 1440 display. Reports say that there are strong indications that it will be the next Galaxy S5. Samsung’s next flagship phone is expected to hit around April 2014. Can the newly spotted device be the much awaited handset?

Samsung is finally reconsidering Android 4.4 KitKat upgrade plans on several low-cost mobile smartphones such as Galaxy Ace, Fame and Mini editions. A new internal report reveals which models are going to get the latest Android OS.

Asus has been a proven computer manufacturer, being successful in releasing a series of tablets including the first and second generations of Google's famous Nexus 7 line. Recently, the company has released the Transformer Book Trio, which runs both Android and Windows OS. This makes Asus no stranger to producing computers that operate on two operating systems. And it seems the device was just the start of a slew dual OS devices coming from the manufacturer. A recent FCC filing suggests that ...

Many jealous wives or girlfriends often make their partners choose between them and the object of their jealousy, whether it's another person or a thing.

An article in Bloomberg Businessweek, cited by tech Web site C/Net, recounted that then newbie Canadian singer Justin Bieber offered himself to a local firm Research in Motion (RIM) to be its brand ambassador, but the phonemaker rejected the upstart.

Apple iOS users waiting for evasi0n iOS 7 untethered jailbreak are not getting fresh updates from the @evad3rs group. Meanwhile, iPhone users clamouring for iOS 6.1.3 jailbreak seem to be losing hope of a 2013 release from @iH8sn0w. Is the 2013 (unofficial) ETA for both iOS freedom tools cancelled?

New Samsung Galaxy S5 concept image has shown "flex" display packed in a screen that is as big as Galaxy Note.

Recently, two new Apple patents were published that could point to the biggest features in the next generation iPhone. The Daily Mail reported that last Tuesday, the Cupertino tech giant was granted the U.S. Patent No. 8,600,120. The said patent is "personal computing device control using face detection and recognition."

Short of three weeks and its Christmas 2013 but the Nexus 10 2 remains out of sight, leading some to speculate that release date of the supposed iPad Air rival is not happening this year’s holiday season.

Samsung is again gearing up to release another smartphone after the recent launch of the Galaxy Note 3. This new smartphone is essentially an improved version of the Galaxy S4 and most likely, it will be out in the shelves earlier than the launch of Samsung's next flagship device, the Galaxy S5.

U2opia Mobile, a Singapore-based startup, is set to bring a text-only Twitter experience to its users, Reuters reported.

Paul Walker’s death has shocked everyone across the world. His sudden tragic death has left everyone wondering that what will become of “Fast and Furious 7” as production of it had just begun. It has been reported that the production of the seventh installment of “Fast and Furious” series has been shut down. But in one of many tributes there is a fan written plot posted on twitter that pays tribute to Paul Walker and has recently gone viral.

Samsung Galaxy S5 is yet to come to the market, but interest over its refreshed line started surfacing. Recently, there have been reports about the Samsung Galaxy S6 concept. The newest concept reports indicate that Samsung’s Galaxy S6 may feature a 20MP camera, curved body plus new sensors for more groundbreaking features.

The Sony Xperia Z Ultra is one of the thinnest phablets in the market today but it's mediocre camera and poor battery life may leave the user a bit disappointed. While thin is certainly the in gadget design and other Android manufacturers claim to have the thinnest device, Sony really wins with its huge phone that's actually thin. The Sony Xperia Z Ultra is one of the biggest and is actually the thinnest.

Apple has been working with chords for the longest time. Nonetheless, reports of a newly won patent indicates the tech giant is ready to go wireless. From its iMacs to iPhones and MacBooks, it seems Apple will be pushing for wireless charging in the near future.

Google fans waiting for the Nexus 10 2 have grown tired and now decided to buy Apple’s iPad line.

Samsung fans have given overwhelming positive response to the Samsung Galaxy S4 back on its launch in March. Time does not stand still and the Korean company must keep abreast with Apple for smartphone superiority.

Today, the first update for the newest candy bar from Google, the Android 4.4.1 is rolling out. Here is a step-by-step download procedure for the Google Nexus 7 LTE 2013 version Android 4.4.1 OTA.

Some sources have exploited cheats and secrets in Pokémon X and Y generation which reveals hidden ways to unlock easy rare candies, PP ups, Poke Miles, full heal and infinite heart scales.

Samsung Galaxy S GT-I9000 is now made compatible with Android 4.4 KitKat and the new firmware brings optimised RAM, updated Linux kernel and enhanced processing function.

Trustwave, a U.S.-based security firm, has tracked the massive breach of about 2 million usernames and passwords in a server in the Netherlands. The breach affected accounts from Facebook, Gmail, LinkedIn, Twitter and Yahoo.

The Android 4.4.1 KitKat was discovered in server logs running on Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 5. The software that appears in analytics running a new version on Android 4.4 KitKat could mean a release in the near future. The testing seemed to come from Santa Clara, Calif. and continued shortly after Nov. 15 at an increased rate.