It's been confirmed today that Activision's next CoD title, Modern Warfare 3, will offer an optional paid service to hardcore players. FULL STORY >

The beta version of Opera Software's latest web browser for the PC, Opera 11.50, is available for download and testing. FULL STORY >

We try to solve some bad tech jargon, including "NFC", "chiclet-styled keyboards" and "form factor". FULL STORY >

In the latest Silicon Valley lawsuit Paypal and EBay is taking on Google, accusing the internet giants of stealing trade secrets. FULL STORY >

GPU and mobile processor maker Nvidia reveals the first new mobile GPU in its GeForce 500M range. FULL STORY >

Asus today unveiled its newest hybrid device in the form of the Padfone, a tablet and smartphone solution which can literally be melded into one. FULL STORY >

In this week's gaming news round-up we check up on some Modern Warfare 3 details, await Sony's NGP and welcome a new online Tom Clancy experience from Ubisoft. FULL STORY >

In part two of this week's gaming news round-up: Diablo III runestones unveiled, EA extending Facebook presence and Assassin's Creed Revelations debut trailer released. FULL STORY >

As Smart TVs continue to gain popularity Samsung shares a number of its recent app successes, giving us even more reason to get a smarter TV. FULL STORY >

The Sunday Times recently held its Brand of the Year awards, and it was RIM's BlackBerry that stepped away with top honours. FULL STORY >

A shocking report arises around Chinese prisons forcing inmates to earn virtual goods online. FULL STORY >

Opera Software makes the latest version of its Opera Mini mobile browser available to iPhone and iPad users. FULL STORY >

YouTube shares some user figures in celebration of the popular site's sixth birthday. FULL STORY >

A number of software firms announce their plans for the Linux-based mobile operating system, MeeGo, during the MeeGo Conference taking place in San Francisco. FULL STORY >

GPU and mobile chipset maker Nvidia has won a top tech honour for its mobile processor the Tegra 2. FULL STORY >