After hiring a new head for its virtual reality division, reports suggest that Google could very well have a Nexus-branded VR headset and Android VR platform ready for launch later this year. FULL STORY >

According to reports, Android Wear is due for a big update in coming weeks, with voice calling and dictation in the mix. FULL STORY >

Google launches a new platform called Editions at Play, where the company will design e-books that are made for use specifically on smartphones. FULL STORY >

The PRIV is BlackBerry's initial flagship for 2016. It's also an Android slider. Imbued with all the elements of a high-end smartphone, its only drawback remains its price. FULL STORY >

The front page of the internet is readying for arrival on Android devices, as Reddit's new app enters the beta phase of testing. FULL STORY >

BlackBerry's latest flagship, the PRIV Android slider, is confirmed for arrival in South Africa from 1 February. Pricing is still incoming, as local carriers decide on the right price point. FULL STORY >

A beautiful mobile game in its own right, Monument Valley has a stellar soundtrack to match. Now, iam8bit has designed an equally beautiful looking vinyl LP to accompany the game. FULL STORY >

At R1 900, the BV2000 from Blackview can tempt even the most savvy entry-level smartphone users. In spite of its plastic veneer, it delivers great value given its price tag. FULL STORY >

Kickstarter wants to make the discovery of worthwhile crowdfunding projects that much easier. As such, they have debuted an Android app with an activity feed. FULL STORY >

In an effort to improve the productivity of its Android app, Skype has added the ability to schedule calls via Outlook and open Office documents straight from the app. FULL STORY >

Now in its second iteration, the Moto 360 from Motorola seems to have lost some of its character and now looks like any other Android Wear smartwatch. FULL STORY >

Still to be officially named by Samsung, the company's SM-R150 activity tracker gets leaked ahead of its expected debut. FULL STORY >

Windows Phone's Word Flow keyboard is one of Windows Mobile 10's best features. Now, Microsoft is priming it to port over to iOS and Android devices. FULL STORY >

Designed for its online gaming community, PlayStation has debuted a new instant messaging app for iOS and Android with specific PS-themed content. FULL STORY >

Highly portable with tons of battery life, the UE Boom 2 from Ultimate Ears ticks a lot of boxes, but falls just shy of ticking the top notch sound one. FULL STORY >