Google has updated its search algorithms to bury pirated content lower in its search results. FULL STORY >

RIM has had a previous verdict of patent infringement overturned, and has been spared paying Mformation several millions of dollars. FULL STORY >

Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, are expected to become central to retail and online purchases, according to a new report from Juniper Research. FULL STORY >

StatCounter reveals its latest mobile browser stats. FULL STORY >

LG showcased its new L series range in Fourways this week, while also offering more details of each device, and some hands-on time with its new QuickMemo feature. FULL STORY >

Google's Chrome expands its lead over IE according to Statcounter. FULL STORY >

Microsoft has unveils a sleek, full-featured successor to Hotmail, with Outlook.com. FULL STORY >

Dropbox has confirmed that several Dropbox accounts may have been compromised, and detailed impending security measures that it will be implementing in response. FULL STORY >

A new report by Semiocast reveals exactly which city and country has most vigorously adopted Twitter as its microblogging platform of choice. FULL STORY >

Coming out a year after the first Series 9, the second generation, now in ultrabook form, boasts a new design and a superlative screen. FULL STORY >

Microsoft announces the results of its newest MSN poll. FULL STORY >

Google has launched a new search feature, Handwrite, which enables users to scrawl search terms on Google's homepage using their natural handwriting. FULL STORY >

According to a new report, data usage is increasing locally, at the expense of spending on voice. FULL STORY >

Strategy Analytics has shared its latest figures surrounding global media tablets shipments during Q2 2012. FULL STORY >

Kaspersky Lab reveals a new security suite for Mac computer users, with more threats popping up. FULL STORY >