As more manufacturers turn their attention to phablet devices, Hisense is hoping to steal a march on the competition with its well-priced 6.8" Infinity Maxe X1 offering. FULL STORY >

No longer designed for filtered selfies, Instagram has debuted its new one tap photo/video messaging app, Bolt for iOS and Android users. FULL STORY >

With the Samsung Galaxy S5 not quite the Android leader we wanted, there's room for a new flagship to assume its throne. On paper and in hand, the One (M8) from HTC could be the smartphone to do just that. FULL STORY >

There only so many hours in the day, and you often need a helping hand to get the most out of them. Here's our roundup of the best Apps that help you do just that. FULL STORY >

Having showcased its flagship Galaxy device earlier in the year, Samsung has now unveiled the lesser specced S5 Mini to attract Android users in the mid-range market. FULL STORY >

The Google I/O conference is one of the company's biggest annual events, and as such did not disappoint, with plenty of new software and gadget announcements to please both developers and Android fans alike. FULL STORY >

Get ready for the music video selfie, as StarMaker 3.0 has been launched, allowing users to watch themselves creating their own music video. FULL STORY >

Microsoft continues its push with Android powered devices by unveiling the Dual-SIM Nokia X2, priced at a competitive and wallet-friendly €100 (R1 440). FULL STORY >

We've been noticeably impressed with Sony's range of Xperia Smartphones of late, now to see how its tablets fare as an Android-powered alternative to the iPad. FULL STORY >

The popular third-party keyboard app, SwiftKey is now available for free download to Android users on Google's Play Store. FULL STORY >

Taiwanese manufacturer HTC has added another version of its One (M8) flagship smartphone to the mix, in the form of the plastic-heavy One (E8) - set to retail for half the price of the original. FULL STORY >

HP has been busy over the weekend, debuting two new notebooks, an updated version of the Chromebook and new Android Slatebook. FULL STORY >

Another year, another flagship, as Sony unveiled its larger Xperia Z2 offering for Android-loving smartphone users to fawn over. Apart from its size, we find out what makes the Xperia Z2 better than its predecessor. FULL STORY >

The Galaxy S5 is Samsung's new flagship for 2014, offering more Android-powered quality we've come to expect. But does it have enough enhancements to warrant upgrading? FULL STORY >

Google is addressing user concerns with new IM and SMS messaging integration for its Hangouts 2.1 update for Android. FULL STORY >