In this week's Tech News Round-up the global smartphone market grows shows significant growth, whilst it would appear that only LG is willing to take up the MeeGo mantle. FULL STORY >

We review the X-Mini V1.1, the perfect portable speaker companion that delivers a surprising amount of volume. FULL STORY >

RIM introduces two new smartphones powered by its latest mobile OS BlackBerry 7 OS, the BlackBerry Bold 9900 and 9930. FULL STORY >

The fourth annual Developer Challenge has been launched by the BlackBerry Partners Fund and includes BlackBerry PlayBook apps for the first time, as well as the addition of the Recognition Awards. FULL STORY >

In this week's Tech News Round-up, BlackBerry OS 6.1 will now be known by a different name and the Apple vs. Samsung legal saga continues. FULL STORY >

One of the first legal bullets has been fired at Apple over the alleged illegal location data collection features within its iOS 4-operating devices. FULL STORY >

RIM sets out the data efficiency capabilities and benefits of its BlackBerry devices. FULL STORY >

Security researchers discover that Apple's iPhone is secretly keeping track of users' location. FULL STORY >

Red Bull Mobile's Froyo-powered HD enters the smartphone arena. Does it have what it takes to give you wings or is it destined to be slain by other smartphone matadors? FULL STORY >

Apple is reportedly set to start iPhone 5 production this July, with a September shipping date expected. FULL STORY >

Samsung reveals some information about the fledgling near field communications market, set to take the place of your credit card within a few years. FULL STORY >

Sony Ericsson's Xperia X8 doesn't get the multi-touch treatment that Froyo enables, but is a very compact smartphone with decent features that comes at a price. FULL STORY >

In part 1 of this week's Tech News Round-up some tech developments are revealed at Microsoft's MIX 11 conference for developers and designers. FULL STORY >

In this week's gaming news round-up: A sneak peak at the Wii 2, Nintendo's handheld goldmines, bidding farewell to a gaming great and another juicy Resident Evil trailer. FULL STORY >

In part 2 of this week's Tech News Round-up Google reveals some figures surrounding its Android mobile OS, whilst Intel says it'll support USB 3.0 in its Sandy Bridge replacement platform. FULL STORY >