Microsoft has addressed its indie problem, announcing a dramatic shift from previous policies which should enable developers to more easily create games for its next console. FULL STORY >

LG launches its second generation Optimus range locally, kicking off with the Optimus L7 II and Optimus L5 II. FULL STORY >

While the pro level DSLRs garner the glory, the entry level models are really photography’s unsung heroes, responsible for introducing new shooters to the craft. One such luminary is the EOS 700D. FULL STORY >

Making the switch from Windows to Mac has become a bit more enticing for PC users of late due to the critical reception of Windows 8. Here is an account of our initial experience. FULL STORY >

Google makes the latest Android mobile operating system update namely Android 4.3 Jelly Bean available to Nexus users. FULL STORY >

Nokia announces its newest smartphone in the Lumia range - the Lumia 625. FULL STORY >

Samsung announces its latest Exynos mobile processor - the Exynos 5420 - which hits mass production in August. FULL STORY >

HTC lifts the lid on the pocketable One mini, a more compact version of its sublime One smartphone. FULL STORY >

In this week’s Gaming News Round-up: Formula 1 2013 guns its engines, Rayman Legends to boast 40 additional levels and mini-game, and the third DLC for Dishonored is announced. FULL STORY >

LG announces the local release info for its Optimus G Pro smartphone. FULL STORY >

Tumblr has urged users to change their password and update their iOS Tumblr app immediately, in light of the discovery of a hole in its security protocol. FULL STORY >

Canalys' latest research reveals that smartwatch shipments will experience some exponential growth next year. FULL STORY >

The smartphone many BlackBerry and QWERTY fans have been waiting for - the Q10 - finally lands on our desk. Will it please the traditionalists? FULL STORY >

Microsoft has reached out to the US Attorney General to enable it to share more details about how the company handled national security requests. FULL STORY >

More twists and turns in the Xbox One saga have resulted in yet another petition and a frank admission from Microsoft about messaging missteps. FULL STORY >