Microsoft releases the Kinect for Windows SDK version 1.0 and starts shipping the hardware to its distribution partners. FULL STORY >

Provider of advanced wireless systems Ruckus Wireless sees the tech industry's and users' reliance on Wi-Fi networks to increase during 2012. FULL STORY >

Deloitte recently gave a thought provoking look at how the technology, media and entertainment sectors could change this year. FULL STORY >

A capable and clandestine sound experience is on offer via the Audiomotion L-2015 lighbulb speakers that screw into a light socket to provide lighting and sound from above. FULL STORY >

Korean tech giant Samsung is being investigated by EU regulators over the use of its mobile patents against competition. FULL STORY >

In the first part of this week's Gaming News Round-up, Microsoft may employ an anti-used games measure within the next version of the Xbox and The Witcher 2 is given an Xbox 360 release date. FULL STORY >

Intel snaps up a large number of patents from RealNetworks, the firm behind the Real Player media player. FULL STORY >

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is apparently looking into ways of scraping information shared on social media sites in a bid to identify potential crimes before they occur. FULL STORY >

Local mobile operator Vodacom has revealed that the first phase of the National Library of South Africa connectivity project has been successfully implemented. FULL STORY >

Popular social networking site Twitter looks to become a less favoured destination for malware, as the company acquires anti-malware firm Dasient. FULL STORY >

It might sport the same looks as last years model, but underneath its skin the iPhone 4S is definitely new, boasting a quicker CPU, improved snapper, Siri and smart antenna design. FULL STORY >

In this week's Gaming News Round-up: Resident Evil 6's release date is declassified, whilst Gran Turismo players are now able to get into the driving seat of more new vehicles. FULL STORY >

Market research firm Nielsen reveals that more US smartphone consumers are choosing iPhones, with Apple closing the gap on Android. FULL STORY >

Research in Motion's shares have risen just on a rumour that the company would be acquired by Samsung. FULL STORY >

The newly unveiled Project Fiona aims to offer PC gaming in a tablet form. FULL STORY >