The first service pack for Windows 7- as well as Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 has become available to all users of the operating systems on schedule. FULL STORY >

Kaspersky Labs' January 2011 Spam Report points to an increase in worldwide spam. FULL STORY >

IT security provider Kaspersky Lab foretells of the changes in IT threats and security over the coming decade. FULL STORY >

A new app enables Android users to conveniently top up their prepaid electricity accounts and intelligently monitor their home power usage. FULL STORY >

Twitter first blocks and then re-establishes the API access of app developer UberMedia due to amongst others trademark infringements. FULL STORY >

All the latest gaming news you need before the weekend. FULL STORY >

This week in the Tech News Round-up: Microsoft looks set to bring new CPU choices to producers of Windows Phone-operating devices. FULL STORY >

Redmond reveals that the latest edition of its web browser (IE9 RC) has crossed the two million mark in user downloads. FULL STORY >

The newest iteration (version 9) of Kaspersky Labs Mobile Security software now boasts support for Android as well as BlackBerry OS. FULL STORY >

Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC Corp unveils a trinity of Android-running smartphones that looks set to rejuvenate its already popular lineup. FULL STORY >

Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer HTC reveals two more smartphones and its Flyer tablet PC. FULL STORY >

Toshiba's latest tablet PC offering features the newest version of Google's Android platform as well as advanced audio and video capabilities. FULL STORY >

Microsoft announces a huge number of updates heading to its Windows Phone 7 mobile OS later this year. FULL STORY >

Nokia's CEO explains the motivation behind the company's new strategic partnership with Microsoft. FULL STORY >

Samsung's bada platform boasts a new mid-range phone with Near Field Communication connectivity. FULL STORY >