Search giant Google announces the local availability of Google Maps Navigation (Beta), meaning South Africans will be able to utilise this service to guide them to their destinations. FULL STORY >

The latest browser trend report from Net Applications has Chrome and Safari global usage rates on the rise, whilst IE and Firefox shares are on the decline. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google has bought facial recognition software firm PittPatt. FULL STORY >

Internet security firm Kaspersky Lab warns social networking users around a new malware threats concerning Google's Google+ network. FULL STORY >

In this week's Tech News Round-up Apple's MacBook is discontinued, whilst Mac OS X Lion becomes Apples fastest selling OS. 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 >

The latest version (3.2) of Google's Android mobile OS is officially released, bringing some new functionality to both users as well as developers. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google launches its Student Ambassador Programme locally, giving local varsity students the chance to promote Google products and services on their campuses. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google has expanded on the visual selection on offer on its local Street View image gallery. FULL STORY >

Apple announces that its App Store has reached yet another milestone, further extending its lead in the mobile app race. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google is reportedly getting ready to release the latest (version 3.2) update for its Android mobile OS. FULL STORY >

Facebook and Skype enters a partnership which sees face-to-face video calling being offered from within Facebook itself. FULL STORY >

Google announces the release of the latest version 5.7 of Google Maps for Android, bringing turn-by-turn Transit Navigation in beta form to the navigation app. FULL STORY >

Microsoft strikes a deal with China's largest search provider, aims to push back Google domination. FULL STORY >

Google launches Google Engage locally, a new support system to help web professionals get in touch with business. FULL STORY >