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Apple has been gearing up for a series of product launches this coming September. Much attention is on iPhone 6, the upcoming MacBook series has also been gradually coming into the spotlight.

Google has banned pornographic and erotic content on Google Play store. This was part of the corporation's amendments on its working developer's program policies.

Samsung owners have been waiting for the official roll out of the Android 4.4 KitKat and its sub updates on their devices. Fortunately, Samsung has started the release. The update has been trickling down different carriers and users for the last few weeks. Despite the much awaited upgrade, there are users who reported problems about their Galaxy devices following the update. What went wrong? How do users get around these issues?

The Apple iPhone 6 appear more interesting by the day. The tech giant has been acquiring a number of patents over the past few weeks all hinting at some iPhone 6 features. According to recent information, it may be possible for Apple to create a thinner iPhone. Current patent sighting suggest that Apple wants to use split cameras for a thinner design. This may also come with a location-based security for better overall user experience.

Loads of killer specs and features are expected to banner the iPhone 6 on its rumoured September 2014 release date and this early numerous capabilities of the next iPhone are seen to overwhelm its chief rival – the Galaxy S5.

Flappy Bird creator Dong Nguyen has hinted his hit online game would soon return on the App Store. After more than a month of no longer being available, is there still space in store shelves for the game or has another online game taken over as king? Reports indicate the throne of king of online games may have already been taken over by 2048 which reached 10 million unique visitors in March, just one month after 19-year-old Gabriele Cirulli created it to pass time on a weekend.

A couple of days back, a new firmware for Nexus 5 leaked online with a build version of KTU65 running on Android 4.4.3. The update was alleged to fix the camera problem and the battery drain issue. According to the recent update from Myce, the latest Android 4.4.3 version with build number KTU83 has been sighted running on Nexus 5, which is code-named Hammerhead.

The anticipation for the upcoming iPhone 6 to be launched September this year continue to rise. Japan Display, one of Apples major of higher-resolution LCD screen announced a 5.5-inch display that tech geeks speculate to be iPhone 6’s screen.

The Android 4.4.2 KitKat update finally came for the LG Optimus G and HTC One Mini. The LG Optimus G is the latest gen LG phablet, the first phablet next to LG Optimus G Pro and the LG Optimus G Pro 2.

Apple will reportedly release its iPhone 6 in September. Recent information suggests that around the same time, the tech giant will also introduce the iOS 8. While the two major releases will not happen in a few months, there are already several predictions and expectations about the next Apple operating system. What will the iPhone 6 be like running on iOS 8? What will iOS 8 offer on the table?

Every year, Apple has a range of major releases mostly refreshed versions of its existing product line. Whereas the market is used to a couple of upgrades, it appears Apple wants to try out something new. According to recent reports, the company plans on transforming its MacBook Air lineup. Instead of the usual 11 and 13-inch variations, the company will be releasing a 12-inch line. Likewise, recent information suggests that Apple also wants to redesign the laptop line.

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom’s divorce may be going smoothly but the actor admitted that he still feels a deep love to ex-wife.

The Surface 2 is among the world's tablets which are business-ready, allowing you to work the way you want. Many consumers adopt Surface 2 as a companion device, a business tablet in hospitality industries, commercial airlines, retail and healthcare.

With the surge in number of passwords that one has to remember to get through everyday, 'Password Managers' are gaining popularity to do that job for us.

When Samsung Galaxy S4 was launched last year, the Korean manufacturer was criticized for rigging the benchmark score of their flagship handset. Now with the brand new HTC One M8, history is repeating itself.

The iOS Apps of the week roundup today includes some cool way to look at the sun up there - real estate, organization of files, fighting in Thrones game and talking with friends.

EE, a telecommunication company, gives return flights for 12 European cities, while Phones 4u is giving away a free Galaxy Tab 3 with the first 1,000 pre-orders. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is now made available for pre-order in the UK ready for release on April 11.

Unlike the game Tetris, Jigsaw puzzles require wide screen for a convenient play. This puzzle is a leisurely played game and a slow-paced pastime for many. But they don't fit the size of the smartphone screens quite well. Ravensburger, a German game company and market leader in the European jigsaw puzzle market for about 100 years now, released its digital jigsaw puzzle app in the App Store.

Popular iOS jailbreaker iH8Snow tweeted on March 26 that he had unlocked iOS 7.1 on the iPhone 4S, which is powered by Apple’s proprietary A5 series processing chip.

Samsung is really geared to find ways to make its customers happy and satisfied because it is going to launch more brand-new devices this week that will surely be talk of the year. News from the South Korean tech giant stated that the highly awaited and approaching AMOLED tablet is said to have passed the FCC test in its way to getting finished.

Apple has only one line of non-Retina MacBook Pro left. Likewise, the same version is the only line left featuring the built-in optical disc drive. With the design seemingly getting left behind and new demands arise, it appears Apple will be opting for another model and laptop line. Whereas the MacBook Air will reportedly receive a 12-inch treatment, analysts think it suggests the same for the MacBook Pro line. What has Apple in store?

Reports about Apple’s iPhone 6 continue to spring up. Whereas previous information only consisted of prediction and leaks from anonymous sources, it seems people can see what the iPhone looks like finally. A recent leak comes with a picture of the alleged device. The schematic sheds light on what people can expect from the next flagship phone. Is this truly the iPhone 6 everyone has been keen on looking at?

Apple is upsizing the iPhone 6 on release date and chances are there will be two screen size models that consumers can choose from – a 4.7-inch regular build and a phablet-like edition that will boast of a 5-5-inch display panel, new reports said.

Each year Google releases a new Android version, smartphone users have to wait when the official roll out to their devices will be. This has been a constant concern among Samsung handset owners. Currently, the concern is on the roll out of the Android 4.4 KitKat series and its sub version, the Android 4.4.2. Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note have started receiving the update but when will other Samsung products receive the official release?

Following Samsung’s series of releases, it now boils down to what Apple has in store. Whereas the rivalry started with patent wars, both companies have been pitted against each other especially with similar product releases. According to recent reports, Apple will have several major product launches later this year. These include the iPhone 6, a 12-inch MacBook Air and Pro plus the iPad Air 2. Should they be worth the wait? Can Apple walk away as a winner?

Windows Phone has been loaded with recent apps, updates and upgrades which you may find helpful and useful. Check them out at your end or refer to the list here. Most of them are available for free.

Captain America: TWS, Little Big Adventure and Swordigo are three of the newest Android picks that you should try playing when you have nothing else to do.

Titanfall has updated not just the status of the DLCs and upcoming modes, but also the skill matchmaking system that it uses in the game.

Samsung Galaxy S5 went on sale in South Korea – but Samsung did not know. Apparently, the Samsung Galaxy S5 became available in South Korea around two weeks earlier than its official release on the market. Samsung announced previously that the new smartphone will be available starting April 11. Did Samsung change the release date? What really happened?