There are a number of very nice features to these earphones, the most important being that the silicone covers that fit over the earphones are washable and contain an anti-bacterial agent. FULL STORY >

Cellular company Vodacom is preparing to launch its own apps initiatives, which will cater to a majority of platforms. FULL STORY >

The Finnish phone giant Nokia shows off its latest update for the Symbian mobile OS, Symbian Belle, successor to its recently launched Symbian Anna operating system. FULL STORY >

Espoo showcases three new smartphones, all operating on its forthcoming Symbian Belle OS. FULL STORY >

Microsoft SA announce new improvements to its App hub developer portal for Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system. FULL STORY >

The NPD Group says that Googles Android mobile OS army still continues to dominate the smartphone landscape in the States, but Apples iOS cult is also growing its following. FULL STORY >

Vodacom has launched the Vodafone 555 Blue phone, the official Facebook sponsored phone, to the South African market. FULL STORY >

BlackBerry fans rejoice as Research In Motion introduces its new BlackBerry Curve range, with the Curve 9360 coming to South Africa. FULL STORY >

Canadian smartphone and tablet maker Research In Motion is reportedly set to launch a new music service to BlackBerry smartphone users. FULL STORY >

After recently launching the Xperia active, ray and txt, Sony Ericsson is back on the Android attack with the Live with Walkman. FULL STORY >

LG has announced the newest forthcoming member to its Optimus range in the form of the Optimus Sol. FULL STORY >

This week in the Tech News Round-up: Android OEMs and competitors chip in on Google's Motorola Mobility purchase while Nokia plans big MWC 2012 showcase. FULL STORY >

We ride the latest smartphone stallion emanating from Nokia's stable, hoping that its Symbian Anna saddle will ensure a smoother OS ride. FULL STORY >

Motorola Mobility updates its tough Android-running smartphone the Defy, turning it into the Defy+. FULL STORY >

Samsung has played up the advantages of dual-SIM handsets, placing the technology well within the reach of cellphone users. FULL STORY >