TECHNOLOGY

Android 4.5 Lollypop OS will be launched in July and showcase its HTML5 interface and Chrome and search integration.

Early reports cited WhatsApp, the ubiquitous mobile messaging service, purchased by Facebook for a whopping $19 billion, is currently developing features to add 'voice calling' to their smartphone application.

Xiaomi and Micromax, Chinese and Indian smartphone makers respectively, are emerging fast threatening the current titan manufacturers Apple and Samsung.

For readers who are considering buying the HTC Desire or the Sony Xperia M, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

While Apple is currently working on its iWatch, Google marketing its Glass and Samsung figuring out how its recent graphene can breakthrough can be integrated for its future wearables, surfacing reports have suggested wearable technologies' heydays may not last long as expected due to the emergence of implant technology.

Yesterday, we reported that there is a critical vulnerability known as "Heartbleed Bug" that allows attackers to gain access to sensitive data, credit cards, usernames, passwords, private communications, among others. And today, we have the list of sites and services that were affected.

Facebook has announced the company will no longer allow users to send and receive messages within its iOS and Android smartphone apps. Instead users will have to install a standalone messaging app called Facebook Messenger to chat on its mobile.

According to CNET, HTC's marketing budget compared with that of Samsung's war chest has shown significant gap between the two.

iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 release date may come earlier than the previous year, according to a reliable Apple analyst.

Air Canada travelers to North America can now enjoy Wi-Fi access starting May, the airline has announced recently.

For the Galaxy Note 4 release date, it appears that Samsung is observing the same release cycle from last year by opting to unveil the phablet flagship via the 2014 IFA gadget show in Berlin, Germany and making it available in the immediate weeks to follow.

For readers who are considering buying the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact or the Nexus 4, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Sprint rolled out the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update to its Galaxy Note 3 users in February. This time, the US carrier has released a new KitKat update that provides WiFi support. The minor update can now be installed in Galaxy Note 3. Users only need to follow the right instructions to get started.

A major Nexus 6 feature is somehow revealed ahead of its rumoured release date in the second half of 2014 thanks to an upcoming Android upgrade dubbed as Google Project Hera.

Samsung is a popular technology headliner for its top-grade mobile releases and ongoing smartphone war with rival Apple.

"Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel" is worth keeping gamers' last-gen consoles, and 2K Australia has just given more details as to what gamers can expect with the new "Borderlands" addition.

For readers who are considering buying the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini or the Galaxy S4, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

"The Last of Us" has finally been announced for the PS4, alongside confirmed pre-order bonuses. Also, Sony has teased an upcoming sandbox game.

The Kinect has been a part of the Xbox One since day one, but is its necessity really felt and enjoyed by gamers?

The iPhone 6 release date is likely happening in the last quarter of 2014 as fresh information from Asia suggests of an iPhone 5S sequel that boasts of a larger screen, and volume production of which begins in July.

Samsung may be planning to take on 2K tablets starting with a 10.5-inch model. Also smartwatch accessories Gear 2 gets a teardown to reveal easy reparability while Gear Fit gets an update for better viewing angles on the user interface.

Samsung Galaxy Core vs Samsung Galaxy Core Advance – Specs and Price Comparison in Australia

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook went for another acquisition with Novauris Technologies. According to reports, the move was to enhance the company’s voice prompt software Siri. There are no details as to how much did the acquisition cost but it appears the tech giant is moving towards bringing in more partners to strengthen its product line. What can people expect from this newly formed partnership?

Get the free Forza 5 DLC featuring Long Beach for the Xbox One or the newest update for Killer Instinct, which will introduce a new character and other additional features. For those waiting for Watch Dogs, you can avail of a season pass, which has a number of additional content and savings.

Over time, Apple iPhones have gone through various changes of having improved processing speed, richer build, better connectivity and effective imaging aspects to its handsets.

For readers who are considering buying the LG G Pro Lite or the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Court documents in the ongoing patent lawsuit between competitors Apple and Samsung would give a glimpse of how intense is their rivalry. From former business partners, the Cupertino-based tech giant and the Seoul-based electronics firm have become bitter business enemies trying to outdo each other in many ways.

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 6 and iPad variations will reportedly sport a new touchscreen technology. The spotted system features IR light and offers improvements on the touchscreen interaction. Whereas there are no clear details yet about the release date of these new devices, it appears Apple wants to push its offerings further. What will the new touchscreen interaction be like? Can it separate Apple’s products from the rest of the market?

Apple's iWatch is rumored for the longest time with Apple fans and curious users continuously wonder when the release date would be and how much the wearable gadget will cost.