Local cellular network MTN releases two applications under its Mobile Applications Solutions umbrella. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google reveals its new URL shortcut that will be used to link to official Google products and services, such as Google Docs and Gmail. FULL STORY >

Microsoft has launched its new Office 365 cloud service in 40 markets worldwide. FULL STORY >

HP has updated its line-up of business and consumer targeting notebook PCs by launching a flurry of new models and accessories. FULL STORY >

HP reveals new desktop and mobile workstations for professionals, including the budget-friendly HP Z210 Workstations. FULL STORY >

Oracle reveals its intent to move OpenOffice.org to a community-based project. FULL STORY >

Epson unveils its Discproducer PP-50 that is aimed at firms doing medium-volume disc publishing. FULL STORY >

Nokia and Yahoo's partnership starts to bear some fruit in part 2 of this week's Tech News Round-up, whilst a new Symbian event looms in the not too distant future. FULL STORY >

GPU maker Nvidia releases its new GPU targeting professionals such as draughtsmen and graphical designers. FULL STORY >

Google has added some new functionality to the comment system with Google Docs. FULL STORY >

Norton walks away smiling from the recently held Product of the Year awards, coming out on top in the antivirus software category. FULL STORY >

Joining Canon SA's already newly announced six all-in-one black and white printers, are two entry-level laser printers as well as a new flagship black and white unit. FULL STORY >

Korean electronics manufacturer Samsung has unveiled its elegant Unified Desktop Hub, dubbed the Central Station. FULL STORY >

The recent Chinese embargo on rare earth elements is causing price increases in the world of high-tech products. FULL STORY >

Apple's iLife '11 software suite will be locally available by early November. FULL STORY >