TECHNOLOGY

For readers who are considering buying the Apple iPhone 5C 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.

For readers who are considering buying the Apple iPad 4 or the iPad Mini, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.

Sony Xperia Z2 is an upcoming rumoured smartphone boasting upgraded power than Xperia Z1 for 2014. Upon completion, it is expected that Galaxy S5 and Xperia Z2 will bout next year in a smartphone duel. Here is a comparison of their rumoured technologies.

Nokia USA offered the Samsung user who posted the video of a Galaxy S4 that caught fire in YouTube a Lumia smartphone after Samsung told him to remove the said video.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is a popular device despite having new Samsung products. It is a well loved device both among users and developers. Users can now update their Note 2 devices to Android 4.2.2.While there may be possibilities that the device may get bypassed for a Jelly Bean 4.3 update, users who do not want to wait can upgrade their devices Android 4.2.2.

Southwest Airlines passengers could now enjoy texting service through the air carrier's gate-to-gate text messaging on its Wi-Fi-installed aircraft. So far, only those using Apple iOS 5-powered iPhones could enjoy the service for $2.

Apple is unlikely to rush its planned iPhone 6 release date on 2014 as the tech giant’s current flagship, the iPhone 5S, reportedly routed Samsung’s Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3. As of November 2013, Apple is the smartphone king.

A South Korean court rejects Samsung's petition to ban the sale of Apple Inc's older iPhone and iPad models in the country.

The famous toy maker brand Fisher-Price is called by an advocacy group to put a stop on their sales of an iPad baby seat. It is said to encourage parents to leave their babies alone watching the screens of the iPad, which can be harmful to them.

The famous toy maker brand Fisher-Price is called by an advocacy group to put a stop on their sales of an iPad baby seat. It is said to encourage parents to leave their babies alone watching the screens of the iPad which can be harmful to them.

The Kindle Fire HDX is the newest and the best tablet from Amazon that offers its users affordable Android experience. In fact, it even goes up against Apple's flagship tablet, iPad Air in Amazon's commercials. On the other hand, the Kindle Fire HD is HDX's predecessor with a lower resolution screen but packed with similar features that Kindle buyers look for Kindle devices. The question is should you upgrade to the Kindle Fire HDX or just keep your Kindle Fire HD?

Team Evad3rs has been consistent on its Twitter campaign that the next Evasi0n unlocker, the iOS 7 jailbreak, is on its way out but a new blog report expressed doubt that the group will deliver on its promise.

Economic forecaster Deloitte is not limited to projecting GNPs and inflation and unemployment rates, but has also forayed into technology predictions.

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) rolled out on Thursday its tap-and-go service for mobile phone that would deliver users a next-generation shopping experience and makes paying for everyday goods and services simpler, making signatures or PINs unnecessary.

Apart from the Google Nexus 7, the Samsung Galaxy Tab line-up is one of the most popular Android tablets in the market today. New reports suggested that Samsung is concentrating on baking its cheap tablets line.

Apple has recently received a patent for curved displays and touchscreens, as reported by the Apple Insider. The patent was described as a system for producing curved touchscreen glass.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has joined the bandwagon of Samsung products making waves for 2014. Reports about the Korean tech giant's lineup for next year have been rolled out. The top biller is the Samsung Galaxy S5, along with the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite. This time the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 joins the party. Latest data noted the device will come with a 16MP ISOCELL camera.

Are you torn between iPad Mini with Retina display and LG G Pad this holiday season?

Christmas is around the corner and many people are expecting to find a smartphone under the tree.

Smartphones have grown fast in recent years. Several developments have been prompt, better and extremely innovative. 2014 promises to be a year of possibilities when it comes to having some of the iconic improvements in the smartphone market. Gizmodo Australia elaborates the possibilities.

In the beginning of December, Nexus devices like the Nexus 5, Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 started receiving the OTA update with build number KOT49E of Kit Kat, Android 4.4.1. The same update now rolls out to Nexus 10. Users have the choice to receive the update either through the rollout or through sideload using adb. Either way, people can now get the update easily.

If you are looking for a well-built smartphone that's worth below $200, then Motorola Moto G is your best choice. The only drawback is it's not as smart as the current smartphones in the market.

Samsung continue to make headlines as a range of its products will come out in 2014. The leading headliner is Samsung Galaxy S5 followed closely by Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite and Samsung Galaxy Note 4. However, it does not stop there. It seems the Korean tech giant plans to open 2014 with a bang. Reports about the Samsung Galaxy Note 12.2-inch tablet have started surfacing as well. Others go as far to say that it can probably surpass the well received Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition.

Nokia seems ready to cash in on the successful launch if its Lumia 1520 with a mystery device codenamed RM-964 spotted on Zauba, India's import and export data.

Google has began rolling its Android 4.4 KitKat since December. It has released a series of minor updates after the introduction of Android 4.4 KitKat. The Internet giant also introduced the Android 4.4.2 KitKat. As it continues to roll out devices such as Nexus 4, Nexus 5 and Nexus 7, users are starting to express grievances about the latest update.

The Cottage Industry's Morning Mug is a cute and unique porcelain mug printed with a thermochromic pigment that changes its face from sleepy to wide awake in one minute. The Morning Mug will "wake up just by simply pouring hot water, coffee, cocoa or tea into it. It is the perfect cup for the early risers who are usually half-asleep as they pour their preferred hot beverage into the cup.

It's a longstanding battle between the two giants of 7-inch tablets. It's Google's new Nexus 7 versus Apple's iPad Mini with Retina Display. While the Apple iPad Mini brings its best designed tablet with iTunes and App Store ecosystem power, the new Nexus 7 is feature-packed, pushing the tablet into a full HD display backed by a stronger Google Play Store. Both have a compact factor with powerful components that promise years of solid performance.

A new shipment of PS4 will be hitting Walmart as a new update 1.52 has become available for download for PS4 owners. Also, a new mod has been released that allows players to connect any kind of controller to their PS4 or Xbox One for a better and more suited controller match when playing a game.

With its enormous 41 MP camera unit, you could easily mistaken Nokia Lumia 1020 as a very thin, high-end digital camera.