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While Microsoft has started cleansing its Windows App store, there is a growing demand for the company to undertake a similar move for its Windows Phone Store as well.

HP has priced its Stream 14 aggressively at $199, which does pose a serious challenge to its own Chromebook 14 which is priced $80 more. That is not all for the Stream running Windows 8.1 also has better performance to boot and greater functionality offline. Here is a comparison of the two to find out which emerges on top.

Android KitKat is running on 21 per cent of Android devices, new research finding has revealed. What has also come to the fore is that Jelly Bean is on the majority of devices even though its Android L that is expected in a few month's time.

Sony has stated its PlayStation 4 has crossed the 10 million sales mark. The Japanese company has also announced that it will launch the Share Play feature as part of its 2.0 Update this fall. The feature will allows users to hand over controls of the game to their friends if they so desire.

Samsung is expected to launch not only the Galaxy Note 4 on its Sept 4 event but the Gear Solo as well. The biggest positive with the Gear Solo

Lenovo has finally launched the Vibe Z2 Pro flagship device that comes with a 6-inch QHD display and a massive 4,000-mAh battery. However, what remains to be seen is whether the device proves to be enough to ward off the Xiaomi challenge.

Microsoft has stated there are no fresh price cuts in the anvil for the Xbox One.

Images believed to be that of the Lumia 830 have leaked online which experts believe will be exclusive to AT&T. Other details that have emerged include a rear camera housing similar to that of the Lumia 1020.

The Samsung Galaxy Alpha is rumored to be launched on Aug 13. Meanwhile, a new set of images has revealed further details of the upcoming smartphones, including its iPhone-esque sides.

The keenly awaited Moto 360 could be launched soon now that we have the press shots of the smartwatch leaked online. Interestingly, this will be among the last revelation of the much acclaimed leakster, Evleaks. Meanwhile, HP too is readying a smartwatch which scores heavily on the style front.

BlackBerry has launched its BlackBerry Guardian program that allows for an added layer of security that covers for app downloads from even external app stores. Interestingly, this comes at a time when a critical app vulnerability has been discovered with Android Apps.

In the latest in the growing instance of international spying using devices and software, Chinese company Xiaomi's RedMi Note is suspected to transmit personal data including SMS messages and photos to servers located in mainland China.

Nokia is believed to be working on two variants of the Lumia 720 with better front facing cam for the selfie enthusiasts.

During its fourth fiscal earning call, Microsoft revealed the Surface Pro 3 is its best-selling Surface version to date. Further, the company is now accepting pre-orders for the Surface pro 3 docking station that offers additional slots and ports.

The Material Design theme that Google said will be the cornerstone of its products and Web site displays has been incorporated in the app pages of the Play Store.

Apple iPad continued with its sales slide, though the tablet has been found to continue its dominance over Web traffic shares.

There is a new One M8 now available from O2 in the UK, one that is done up in brilliant red. In other news, Verizon is tipped to launch the One Remix on July 24, while the unlocked International One M8 is all set to get the Android 4.4.3 update this week. All this and more!

Samsung might be forced to go for a limited release of its Galaxy Alpha, if rumours of there being not enough metallic back panels turns out to be true. Meanwhile, the company has launched another ad highlighting how it started the concept of big screen phones only to be followed suit by Apple years later.

An image of a BlackBerry Passport in white has appeared online for the first time.

HTC is believed to be developing two more tablet devices apart from the Nexus 9 that has been associated with the Taiwanese manufacturer earlier. However, details of the two other devices are extremely scarce at the moment.

Microsoft is believed to be bracing itself for the launch of Windows 8.1 Update 2 on Aug 12. While this remains unconfirmed so far, another source has pointed out that the company might also be thinking of unifying its Windows platform for a single OS across the board.

Apple is expected to launched a refreshed MacBook Air featuring new retina displays in October. However, the 12 inch version of the same should not be expected before end 2014 or early 2015.

Google is bringing about some changes to Google Maps that now provides not only the route but also elevation information. This should come in handy for say cyclists or hikers if they are specially eager to avoid steep inclines. Further, Explore Nearby too has been enhanced with new features too.

Apple has launched the Beta 4 release of iOS 8, which includes the new Tips app. This app serves as a educational guide for those who might have never been with iOS before.

Sony continued with its dominance in the gaming console segment with its PS 4 outselling the Xbox One in June. This comes on the back of a recent price cut for the Microsoft console that has led to a greater interest in the Xbox One though seemingly not enough to better PS 4 sales.

HP is believed to be readying three new tablet devices for a launch anytime soon. These comprises of two in its Slate line-up along with another with a 10 inch display that incidentally also offers the best specs. Prices are anyone's guess right now as also the expected launch schedule.

The Sony flagship device, the Xperia Z2, has finally reached the U.S., though it is priced a quite steep $700 sans carrier support.

Lenovo has stated it is not dumping the small Windows tablet segment. To further reinforce its stand, the company has also stated it is working on new 8- and 10-inch devices which it plans to launch during the holidays.

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.