TECHNOLOGY

Sony Xperia Z1 and Nokia Lumia 1020 are both great gadgets and may be ranked with the best smartphones of 2013. But, which exactly is the better buy for Christmas?

Google has been on a roll with its release of the Android 4.4 KitKat update. The Android 4.4 KitKat is no longer just available on Google Nexus devices. The internet giant has started rolling out the OS update on a range of Samsung Galaxy devices. According to recent reports, it seems the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 lines will be receiving the update as well.

Some Android device owners may have wanted to experience the new Android 4.4 KitKat but still wait for their carriers to deliver it. The good news is that they do not need to wait any longer, thanks to CyanogenMod's latest Android 4.4 KitKat-based firmware.

For readers who are considering buying the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini or the Galaxy S2, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Sony's iconic smartphone, Xperia Z1, features pin-sharp HD screen, amazing camera and unique design backed with water and dust resistance. For the lucky owners of the Xperia Z1, here are 15 tips and tricks to maximise every inch of the device.

For readers who are considering buying the Apple iPhone 5C or the LG Nexus 5, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Snapdragon-maker Qualcomm wasn’t kidding at all when it declared earlier this year that 64-bit computing should be the standard in most 2014 smartphone and tablet line ups.

With 2013 soon to come to an end, it is normal to expect the best of 2013 articles to go viral online. And in terms of Facebook trends 2013, Australia had its own share of most popular topics that were consistent news breaking hits for the year.

The Android 4.4.1 KitKat update is just a week old but a new hotfix from Google is likely to come as the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update showed up for the Google Nexus devices earlier today.

Samsung Galaxy J is now official and has been launched in Taiwan to be available by mid-December and early January 2014. Here are the golden specifications and price list expected once released to the market.

With the number of Google Nexus 10 2 reports coming up, the market remains lost as to when the tech giant will release the much awaited gadget. Previously, it was reported the 10-inch slate will come out with the Google Nexus 5. Following this, there were reports saying that the company will be releasing the second generation Nexus 10 during Black Friday sale. So far, none of the reports were true and the Internet giant has not confirmed when the official release of the tablet will be.

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

Microsoft Non-Security Updates will be released on Patch Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013 at 1PM Eastern Time. A brief description of the 16 main updates can be found on Microsoft's Support Page, including updates on Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and Windows Servers.

Samsung Galaxy S3 features an almost futureproof hardware components that enabled it to run Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. But did you know there are ways to make it act and look like Galaxy S4? Here are five secret tricks to morph Galaxy S3 into Galaxy S4.

Consumers who are searching for a device to purchase during the Christmas holidays can head to Walmart and check out the offer on the T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 521 smartphone. The GSMArena reports Walmart currently sells the Windows Phone handset at $79.95 outright price without a contract.

Samsung Galaxy S5 release date may be on Consumers Electronics Show next month alongside Galaxy Tab 3 Lite.

Facebook has plans to introduce a ‘Sympathize’ button

For readers who are considering buying the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 or the Sony Xperia Z1, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

It is likely that Samsung fans will be getting two versions of the rumoured Galaxy S5 with the separate release date spread out from January through April of 2014.

The iOS 7 has been out for Apple users for a couple of months already. Packed with a handful of new features shifting from the previous bubbly look to the more minimalist and simple design the iOS 7 has a lot to offer to Apple users.

A new Pokemon X and Y guide to leveling Pokemons has been released in Reddit. Meanwhile, a Japan Pokemon event will yield two gifts, while more details have been revealed for the upcoming Pokemon X and Y movie in 2014.

The Xbox One is set to beat the PS4, as more stocks allow it to break records in Australia. The incident of the eBay-scammed UK student ended on a happier note as he gets a free Xbox One.

Samsung finally addressed the major bugs on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for Galaxy S3 in United Kingdom with another software release. Official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean has resumed for all owners of S3 in the region.

New leaked document revealed that Samsung is planning to upgrade several mid-range and low-cost smartphones including Galaxy S Advance. However, Galaxy S2 and Galaxy Note 1 are both excluded from future updates which points to the three reasons why Samsung won't do it anymore.

Patches for the two top shooter games, Call of Duty: Ghosts and Battlefield 4 have been released, while COD Ghosts gets named PS4’s best-selling game.

PS4’s indie gamer Contrast is getting a patch, though the PSN access for Europe and North America is faulty at best for the meantime. Also, here’s an easy way to fix your DualShock 4 problem with analog sticks.

The hefty price cut offered by Microsoft on the Windows 8.1-powered Dell Venue 8 Pro tablet on Monday was a success with units sold out within minutes that Microsoft bricks-and-mortar stores opened at 7:30 am.

Fallout 4 teaser web site Survivor 2299 already claimed as hoax. Halo: Spartan Assault’s debut on Xbox One has been dated, and Metal Gear Solid 5: Ground Zeroes has also been dated.

Samsung already announced which Galaxy smartphones will be receiving official Android 4.4 KitKat next year starting off with Galaxy S4 and Note 3. Several high-end, mid-range and even low-cost smartphones have been selected to the further upgrade plans by Samsung. Here is the batch lists of devices getting Android 4.4 sourced out by insiders.