Some Samsung phones appear to be vulnerable to a particularly nasty hack, which could allow malicious code to remotely wipe users' device. FULL STORY >

Huawei is considering working on its own mobile platform, to lessen its dependence on software firms such as Microsoft and Google. FULL STORY >

Nokia's sole Symbian operating smartphone of the year (so far), the 808 PureView, boasts a behemoth 41 MP sensor. Is this enough to persuade photography lovers to ditch their One X, iPhone, or S3? FULL STORY >

A recently released survey by Kaspersky Lab has revealed that even users of anti-virus software may not be adequately protected. FULL STORY >

Opera Software makes a new update available for the Android version of its Opera Mini mobile browser. FULL STORY >

Adobe has launched its new entry-level imaging and video-editing software programmes, which bring a revamped interface and new features to their capabilities. FULL STORY >

Gartner says Windows 8 and Office 2013 are must take gambles for Microsoft, within a world where mobile devices are becoming the norm. FULL STORY >

Nokia announces two new Series 40-running Asha feature phones, the Asha 308 and 309. FULL STORY >

Samsungs Galaxy Note 10.1 manages to offer something unique and distinctive by refining its note taking functionality, to produce a truly writer-friendly tablet. FULL STORY >

This week in the Gaming News Round-up: Bioware reacts to the retirements of its founders, and new trailers emerge from the Tokyo Game Show FULL STORY >

RIM's BlackBerry Buddies provide some tips for RIM smartphone users that will assist them in boosting battery life. FULL STORY >

HTC announces two new Windows Phone 8 powered smartphones, the new Windows Phone 8X and 8S. FULL STORY >

HP has announced its two new sleekbooks, in both 14ÔÇØ and 15.6ÔÇØ variations, along with yet another Envy notebook offering, in the form of the Envy m4. FULL STORY >

IDC increases its 2012 tablet shipment forecast on the back of continued strong demand. FULL STORY >

Gartner says that corporate spending on paid social media product ratings and reviews is increasing. FULL STORY >