TECHNOLOGY

China has been penetrating markets here and there quite successfully. In the previous year, the country managed to join the competition giving competitors a run for their money. The global phone industry has shifted – Apple and Samsung are no longer just the players.

Channel Ten is partnering with Microsoft to launch a video-on-demand service for Xbox subscribers. The Network Ten Xbox app is set to launch on July 10, Wednesday, and will give Xbox Gold Live subscribers access to over 25 shows.

The LG Optimus G2 is going to be packed with powerful specifications to battle other flagship smartphones in the market. Optimus G2 will kick ass with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, Retina-busting display quality, 4G LTE network and 13MP primary camera.

Owners of the Samsung Galaxy S3 can expect great things featured by the upcoming Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update before 2013 ends. The official firmware will include several new additions which can make your Galaxy S3 even smarter than before.

Evasi0n iOS 7 jailbreak could be released on the same day Apple rolls out its new OS to iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users. Users still hoping for evasi0n iOS 6.1.3 jailbreak are advised to give up now, as the evad3s are focused on the major OS update. Developer @planetbeing warned this would happen, and in saying so, gave the first clue that he and his team will "free" iPhone 4 and up users, eventually.

The newest Macbook Air from Apple runs on Intel’s Haswell microprocessor. Despite the decade-long partnership between Intel and Apple, the newest ultrabook also signals the end of this marriage. Intel and Apple are set to part ways soon after iPad maker bypassed the chip giant.

A gadget unpacking is set to occur this week, specifically on July 11, as Google will reportedly take the stage to introduce its new iPad Mini killer – the powerful and still affordable Nexus 7 2.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 is now available in some online stores, and will soon be released to Australia. But those shopping for a new 7-inch Android tablet should probably wait for the new Nexus 7 from Google. There are at least 5 reasons why.S

Solar Farm is the hottest trend in manufacturing these days. Many companies now have them. Setting up solar farm next to a factory means that the power doesn't have far to go. Since power lines aren't perfect conductors, having a power source hundreds of miles away means a lot of energy is lost during transmission. Of late Solar Farms are quickly becoming routine projects.

Thin, light, less and more (features, that is) are the central concepts pinned on the latest iPhone 5S render, its emergence further underpinning hopes that Apple would for an earlier than expected release date for the 2013 iOS 7 flagship.

The PS4 outsells and outvotes the Xbox One in worldwide poll and preorders at GameStop.

Motorola X phone upcoming package has been backed up by a source which will include Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie, pure stock Android UI and going to be sold at $299 only available through most U.S. network carriers and the Google Play Store.

Motorola reportedly sent exclusive invites for a July 11 event that could see the Moto X unveiling this week but new reports insist Android fans should not expect a major release date to happen.

Google is poised to release the Moto X phone sometime this week. There is much interest and hype building over the phone for two reasons: it is another Android phone and Google will be releasing it. With HTC and Samsung announcing their U.S. sales have come up short for the past quarter, the timing for Google’s phone is almost impeccable.

Updates on TU 12 and mod support, plus the log for fixes coming with Minecraft 1.6.2.

MSN TV will be no more starting September, and Xbox Beta Program already introduced for next year.

A rumour emerged that Taiwanese mobile manufacturer HTC is set to release its own phablet known as HTC One Max that will dive into battle with Samsung Galaxy Note 3.

Samsung announced a set of Galaxy devices which would receive Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and unfortunately, Galaxy S2 Mini isn't included to get a whole new user experience such as Google Now or Project Butter.

Acer just rolled out in the U.S. and other global markets the Acer Iconia W3, the first 8.1-inch Windows 8 tablet. This makes the gadget the smallest PC, bringing the full PC and entertainment features in a small device.

Samsung Electronics is currently the leading phone and TV maker. However, even with their leading position, the company posted weaker profits than forecasts. Samsung is not selling as expected for April to June quarter.

Traditional personal computers are starting to fade while laptops, ultrabooks and tablets are becoming more prevalent on the market. Along with these changes comes a new operating system from Microsoft. The company has run majority of the computers in the world and the operating system giant is looking into dominating the other side of the coin – running slimmer and portable devices.

Processors are one of the most complex tech products on the market. They are launched differently and production takes longer than computers. There are stringent quality controls and standards to follow before any chip powers up a computer. When Intel launched their Haswell processors, it seemed every company is featuring it but in reality, the percentage of systems or devices running on them is relatively small.

Apple has yet to determine the 2013 release date for the iPhone 5S, which leaves the 10-month old iPhone 5 to tussle with Samsung’s Galaxy S4. The battle, so far, appears on stalemate status.

DLC news for Halo 4, BioShock Infinite, and Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13.

A new concept image of the rumoured iPhone 6 boasts features such as edge-to-edge screen display made out of Retina 2 as well as lighter aluminum body.

The third beta version of iOS 7 will be released today, which you can download if you are a developer.

Watch Dota 2 with a chance to win special items via Steam & Twitch linked accounts, get a hold of any of 22 discounted games for PSN Apocalyptic Sale, and grab Mercenary Kings at an affordable price.

Google’s Nexus 4 reportedly disappeared from the retail scene last week, immediately sparking rumours that the quiet exit paves the way for an earlier release date of the stock Android handset’s replacement – the Nexus 5.

HP Australia was ordered by the federal court to pay AU$3 million for misleading Australian retailers and customers about their rights concerning coverage of product warranties.