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Apple users waiting for the next OS X fix can now rejoice with the release of the Network Time Protocol update.

Google appears intent on releasing as many updates and fixes for Lollipop with the newly spotted 5.0.2.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop update has not completed rollout but another update is on its way.

Apple looks to a minimum windfall of $3 billion in 2015 and the tech giant can credit its decision to sell the basic iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus models in 16GB storage configuration.

Google's Android 5.0 Lollipop has finally reached Moto X users in the United Kingdom as rollout begins officially.

The next-generation iPhone and iPad, according to a new report, are designed as multitasking monsters with the iPhone 7 on release date getting a 2GB RAM boost while the iPad Air 3 is up for 4GB random access memory upgrade.

BlackBerry has returned to its roots with a new phone that features a traditional keyboard in an era where in most smartphone customers have embraced touch screens.

After Android 5.0 Lollipop, Google wants users to update to 5.1 around February 2015.

New patent sighting reveals Apple’s plans on introducing an upgraded TouchID sensor possibly on the next iPhone 7.

Samsung’s Galaxy Note 4 and Note Edge are next in line to receive the Android 5.0.1, skipping the 5.0 version.

As the New Year approaches, hype increases over upcoming releases of tech giants like Apple. According to recent forecasts, despite the success of the iPhone 6 series, the biggest killer for Apple in 2015 will be the Apple Watch along with the Retina MacBook Air. Can Apple push through with the expectations?

Google's next big project appears to be securing emails further with an end-to-end encryption tool. The upcoming tool will allow people to encrypt their emails either through Google or a plug in. Yahoo has reportedly taken part in it already with other vendors expected to join soon for more collaborative concept.

Google may be working on a new Lollipop follow up through the Android 5.1 update. The original version has been plagued with a number of issues which will make another Lollipop version only natural. According to reports, the new Android 5.1 will come with a variety of enhancements including improved stability, RAM management feature and resolution for abrupt app closures.

Google's Android 5.0 Lollipop update has been considered as the biggest of its kind yet. Fortunately for HTC One M7 and HTC One M8 users, the update may be coming to the devices around January 3. Likewise, a number of fixes are available for those who have updated to the firmware already and have been experiencing issues.

In replacing the iPhone 6, Apple fans but expect the iPhone 7 on release date to showcase compelling upgrades – both in build, which likely is leaner and lighter than the current model, specs and the mainstay killer features.

Google has been rolling out its Android 5.0 Lollipop update slowly. For Moto G users who want to experience the update already, there are several options: OTA and custom ROMs. The second generation Moto G received its OTA already while the first generation still awaits roll out completion.

The success of the iPhone 6 series has turned all eyes on what Apple plans do to next. According to recent leaks and predictions, the company is gearing up for the release of the iPhone 7 featuring a new A9 processor from Samsung. Can Apple deliver another killer?

Samsung's declining sales has reportedly prompted the company to take radical steps to offer better quality phones. According to recent information, Samsung will be offering a Galaxy S6 that will be steps way ahead of the Galaxy S5 whereas the Galaxy Note 4 will have another version offering significant improvements.

Google has started on its plan to move out its engineers from Russian office. According to the tech giant, it has transferred engineers previously in other regions though some believe that it may have something to do with Putin's administration trying to censor interent access.

Apple appears on course for a spring 2015 release date of the iPhone 6S that will be followed shortly by the iPhone 7 in September of the same year as Samsung has reportedly commenced production of the application processor that will power both devices – the 64-bit A9 chip.

Google has yet to complete the Android 5.0 Lollipop update to all providers. Fortunately, more details about the Lollipop upgrade for the Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy S4 and LG G3 handsets have surfaced. Similar to other Android roll out before, the upgrade for the following devices is expected to be carried out in stages.

Samsung refuses to back down on smartphone releases as two new phones show up: the Galaxy E5 and the Galaxy E7. The new Galaxy handsets came as a surprise because it they have not been reported or leaked until now. According to the latest information, the upcoming handsets will be fashioned according to the Galaxy Alpha from the Galaxy A line. Can Samsung pull off better sales with these phones?

It appears The Pirate Bay is back in business as it reportedly popped out of Costa Rica. Following Swedish police crackdown on the site, the notorious file-sharing site appears to back up through a Costa Rican web address. This also follows declarations of Pirate Party head Bruno Kramm that it is impossible to close down sites as such because multiple servers will eventually go up for their sake.

Pirate Bay appears to be gunning for a tragic end as two of its founders are locked up in jail with offices raided all over. However, a party head shares that no matter how many times law officials try to crack down the site, it will always emerge with a similar platform thanks to availability of multiple servers. Can Pirate Bay re-open?

The next iPhone release date on 2015, which could be the iPhone 6S or 7, will not happen at the time that it was first rumoured to but Apple is likely to deliver on its first smartwatch a little earlier than expected, according to new reports.

Apple's 2015 MacBook Air series will launch soon and more details have been surfacing promising a revolutionized laptop line. According to the latest information, Apple may be working on including a Retina treatment including a new chipset and design. According to analysts, if Apple can pull off the leaked and predicted features then it will be the best MacBook line yet. Can Apple deliver a killer?

Jailbreak fans who quickly jumped into the iOS 8.1.2 released by Apple this week can unlock their iPhones and iPads anew as TaiG made available version 1.0.2 of its jailbreaking tool that appears to work on devices running iOS 8.xx.

Russia has announced its nuclear plans with its sights set on a building up a nuclear power plant in India. Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the country's nuclear plans amidst tensions in the Baltic Sea where Russian jets were spotted provoking NATO fighters to respond.

Likely in time for the iPhone 7 release date in 2015, Apple will pack the device with killer graphical user interface that will make use of 3D display technology and on board device sensors.