After a week of speculation, Microsoft lifted the lid on two new tablet offerings, presumably to rival Apples iPad, but remains mum on certain critical details. FULL STORY >

Facebook has agreed to buy facial recognition company Face.com. FULL STORY >

Google, Facebook, Twitter and co take on bad advertisements, malware and scams on the net via the Ads Integrity Alliance. FULL STORY >

Microsoft has surpassed the 100 000 milestone for apps published to its Windows Phone Marketplace. FULL STORY >

Facebook has advised users that they will be notified on the site if they are at risk of being disconnected from the internet next month, due to a DNSChanger botnet. FULL STORY >

Acer has been first out the gate by showcasing two of its new Windows 8 tablets at Computex Taipei, which is currently underway. FULL STORY >

In this week's Gaming News Round-up, LucasArts announce Star Wars 1313, whilst it is revealed that Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance is dropping early in 2013. FULL STORY >

Acer's Revo 70 takes off the gloves, puts up its fists, and make a sound argument why we shouldn't count the PC out for the count just yet. FULL STORY >

In an auspicious occasion for private space flight, this week Space Exploration Technologies SpaceX took a small step that may well prove to be a giant leap for commercial space travel. FULL STORY >

No fewer than five stories revolved around Facebook in the past week, from a bizarre and insensitive photo ban by the site to Zuckerberg's quiet, unexpected wedding. FULL STORY >

Korean tech firm LG showcases its new user interface for smartphones running Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). FULL STORY >

In this week's Gaming News Round-up more screenshots of the forthcoming Game of Thrones RPG are revealed, whilst the official launch trailer for Max Payne 3 is released. FULL STORY >

HP today announced the launch of a unique social-campaign tied to the release of its innovative Z1 all-in-one workstation. FULL STORY >

Microsoft makes version 1.0 of Skype for Windows Phone Mango-powered smartphones available for download. FULL STORY >

Acer has announced its new Aspire M3, part of its Timeline Ultra range, a 15" ultrabook with a few surprises hidden in its 20 mm thick body. FULL STORY >