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A reputable source announced via Tweeter that the Android 4.2.2 firmware update for Samsung Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 has been delayed due to software issue.

With the entry of Google and Apple in the music streaming business, Wall Street analysts have predicted the end of the Internet radio pioneer, Pandora. Now that Google and Apple have respectively announced their answer to Internet radio - Google streaming music launched last month; Apple's iTunes Radio announced last Monday - market investors should keep a close look at Pandora and find it to be doing well despite the new and potential threats.

With the announcement of Apple and their iOS 7 in the car, the company is confident that voice commands in automobiles prevent as much number of accidents. A recent study claims otherwise.

Intel (INTC) unleashed their Solid-State Drive DC S3500 Series and their newest solid-state drive (SSD) for cloud computing and data centers. Intel claim their latest SSD drives can take the place of traditional hard disk drives (HDD) especially because they are designed to handle read-intensive applications.

Sony's promise of Android 4.2.2 firmware update for the Xperia Z may hit really soon with the certification for two versions of the firmware actively moving on the horizon.

The share of Androids in the tablet market may likely grow bigger and eat away whatever share that the iPad still currently holds. The reason behind such a development is the roll out of very affordable Android tablets by the third quarter of 2013.

Telstra's exchange buildings are the focus of new asbestos claims as union leaders are demanding for an investigation. The exchange buildings contain some of the interconnection points of the National Broadband Network (NBN). Union leaders claim the presence of asbestos is not only limited to the communication pits but also in the company's exchange buildings.

The Ultrabook market has been booming lately, especially with the release of Intel’s Haswell processors. Makers like Sony and Asus are leading the way for more high-powered and high-performing laptops like ultrabooks. In the same way, Panasonic is betting on this industry with their latest AX3 Ultrabook.

Is there a growing shareholder revolt against the giant tech companies? Stocks of Apple, Facebook and Samsung are on a downtrend, and company stockholders have been vocal about their displeasure over the loss of value of their shares. In the case of Apple, stock market observers noticed that each time Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook opens his mouth, the California-based tech giant's stock does down.

Belkin, a leading player in technology solutions for IT infrastructure, schools, classrooms and mobile settings, introduced two new docking stands for ultrabooks and Windows 8 tablets. The company announced the release of the Dual Video Docking Stand for Ultrabooks and the Dual Video Docking Stand for Windows 8 tablets.

Lenovo is gearing up to join the battle for ultrabook supremacy. With the computer and tech manufacturers lining up to featuring Intel Haswell processors, Lenovo is poised to release its line of ultrabooks Haswells with their U430 and U330 and models.

The Asus VivoBook S551 comes off as a standard package like most touch screen laptops today. The line with an “S” attached to their names has impressed people specifically the Asus VivoBook S400. There are several reasons why the touch screen device is a top pick – it may also have to do with its Intel Haswell processor.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 continues to win over the Apple iPhone 5, not only in terms of units sold, but also in physical strength. The test conducted by CNET showed the two popular smartphones dunked underwater, scratched, dropped and then crushed by a truck.

Toshiba has not made major announcements for quite some time but this time, the company is joining the bandwagon for some big tech announcements and releases. Just recently, Toshiba unleashed their new Satellite P Series of laptops, adding to the number of super computers on the market.

Alienware is popular for leading the way for PC gaming systems. Doing what they do best, this pioneer in specialty laptops unveiled their current line of gaming devices: Alienware 14, Alienware 17 and Alienware 18. These gaming laptop systems take on a bold design coupled with exceptional performance. Alienware promises against the best of laptop gaming experience.

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg faced a group of angered shareholders at the just concluded first Facebook stockholder's meet. Shareholders are agitated over the steady decline of Facebook's stock price since it debuted in the stock market last year.

Apple’s WWDC 2013 in California not only revealed the revamped iOS7 and iOS in the Car but it also unveiled a series of products from the company. The newest refreshed line of Apple Macbook Air ultraportable laptop computers was also introduced. The laptops start at $999 to $1099 – ready for purchase at the Apple store.

Sony is launching their first phablet and successor of the Xperia Z called Xperia ZU which features waterproof and dust-proof capabilities.

Geelong suffers another blow as Target announces 260 job cuts in the region. The Target decision follows Ford's earlier announcement of business shut down in Australia, resulting to hundreds of displaced Geelong workers. Also, 450 workers in the region are facing uncertain future as Shell Refinery is said to be planning to sell by next year.

Computex brought tech’s most innovative and anticipated gadgets for the year and coming year. A quick look at the event featured Sony and Acer devices running on Intel’s new Haswell processors, a tablet that joins a computer, laptop and notebook in one and many new information about phone manufacturers like Blackberry, HTC and Nokia. The event also featured the latest tablets from Samsung.

Ultrabooks are not only changing the game for computing but they are also evolving just as quickly. At the recent Computex Taipei, computer manufacturers unveiled the newest generation of these computing devices – convertible laptops.

Apple recently unleashed iOS 7 but it is not the only thing the company has been working on. More than just its line of products, Apple is also looking into the automobile industry. The software update also allows people to use their cars and Apple products like iPhone simultaneously.

Volkswagen Australia announced on Tuesday night that it is recalling almost 26,000 of its units across the Golf, Jetta, Polo, Passat and Caddy models manufactured between January 2008 and September 2011. The recall is being enforced following customers' uproar on safety issues involving the vehicles' DSG transmission.

Toyota Australia reported on Tuesday after tax profit of $149 million for financial year that ended March 31. It ended a three-year losing streak for the Japanese carmaker.

Acer’s newest smartphone will inherit the legacy of not netbooks and personal computers. There are news already that Lenovo Group, Ltd. Is eyeing the mobile phones market and they are pushing through in 2014.

They are light, incredibly thin, compact, portable and functional. Gone are the days when laptops are bulky and burdensome to carry. Now, people can carry the same functionality in a lighter and more battery-efficient version – ultrabooks.

Petitioners for Evasi0n 6.1.3 jailbreak can now heave a sigh of relief. Apple has unveiled iOS 7 to the raves and thrill of many iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users. This means evad3rs are getting ready to jailbreak the latest OS iteration thus far. First, guess what an evad3r has said about the latest design.

Pending an investigation, Newcrest Mining has promised to give its full cooperation and allow authorities to look into its disclosure record. The probe comes after share price of Newcrest Mining plummets to its all-time low in 30 years last week. The share price decreased by 15% as gold prices dropped as well.

A businessman from Brisbane sues tech giant Google for defamation claims. Jarrod Sierocki, 31, seeks to claim $2.6 million worth of damages for having his reputation destroyed online.