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Google launches social networking service Google+

Yes Google+ Looks Similar To Facebook; But There Are Differences

Google+ looks a lot like Facebook; however, dig deeper and you'll see there's more than meets the eye.

Apple offers free iPhone 3GS, could delay iPhone 4GS and iPhone 5 launch

The latest rumors have reported Apple to offer its iPhone 3GS for free as it makes way for the launch of their upcoming iPhone 5. The iPhone 3GS will be given out for $0 if customers sign onto a two year contract. Consumers waiting for the iPhone 5 may not be an ideal target, but those who fall in the mid or low-range smartphone buyers market will find the offer enticing.

Google+ Social Network Takes First Step to De-throne Facebook

Google+ Has Privacy Advantages Over Facebook

Google has stepped back into the social network ring with the launch of Google+ (Plus). The new social network hopes to succeed where Google's previous Buzz project failed by creating a more natural way for users to connect. The focus is by first playing it safe through utilizing basic functions of sharing photos, chatting, and meeting friends, and then builds on that with some unique features that rival Facebook's groups and text message blasts.

Apple expected to offer free iPhone this fall

Apple will reportedly offer the iPhone 3GS for free with a two-year contract when the next generation of iPhone becomes available this fall.

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Why Apple is not announcing iPhone 5

Not a single day passes without a new rumor regarding the launch date of Apple's next generation iPhone. Apple fans are not exactly pleased at the long silence from Apple, but apparently the company is only safe-guarding its business interests. Since the sales of their existing iPhone isn't slowing down, it is logical to think that Apple would want to wait and get the most out of iPhone 4.

Nokia's Oistamo and Intel's James speak during 'MeeGo' presentation at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

MeeGo set to evolve with MeeGo 1.3 and 1.4

Meego 1.3 will support smart TVs, multimedia devices and car infotainment

ANALYSIS: Top 5 Features of Google's New Social Networking Tool that Could Take Down Facebook

Finally, online social networking is going to be not only about Facebook: The Google+ project, now available for testing, is Google's way to connect with friends online.

Will Apple iPhone 5 Lose to HTC myTouch 4G Slide?

The smartphone competition for Apple iPhone 5 is getting thicker by the day as T-Mobile announced the launch of its latest 4G phone, the myTouch 4G Slide, which is an HTC product.

iOS more secured than Android: Symantec

According to the latest report issued by Symantec on comparing the security level of iOS and Android operating system, iOS is less vulnerable than Android.

Google Android Devices More Popular than Apple iPhone

Wow! 500k Daily Android Activations: Reasons how Google Toppled Apple's iPhone

The exploding popularity of Android has been a force to reckon. Google reported that its daily activations have reached 500,000. Google's vice president of mobile tweeted that this rate is increasing 4.4% each week. The increased number of smartphones that are running the Android OS have placed Google at the top of the Smartphone market over its reigning competitor the Apple iPhone.

'Apple will unveil low-end iPhone 4S in September, iPhone 5 in 2012'

Apple is poised to launch two new iPhones, a cheaper iPhone 4S and the all new iPhone 5 in rather quick succession, if industry buzz is to be believed. The theory suggests that Apple as a company is at an inflection point with regard to its smartphone strategy and is willing to take daring new steps in the backdrop of a surging challenge from Android OS-based devices.

Why MyTouch 4G Slide Will Make iPhone 5 Slide Off From Smartphone Camera Battle

Tuesday, T-Mobile USA unveiled their latest smartphone MyTouch 4G Slide, which will sport high-end camera features, touted as the most advanced among of all smartphones, undoubtedly challenging the much-rumored but yet-to-come iPhone 5.

500,000 Android Devices Activated Daily, Outpaces Apple Activations

The usage of Android devices is surging. Half a million Android devices are getting activated every day, according to Android chief Andy Rubin, who developed Android and sold it to Google back in 2005, after which he joined Google as an employee.

Report: Apple's iPhone and Google's Android exposed to security flaws

Symantec issues white paper stating that Apple's iPhone and Google's Android have major security flaws. Google's Android cited as malware target.

iPhone 4 camera killer is the new T-Mobile myTouch 4G. Is iPhone 5 nervous?

Android users may now rejoice as T-Mobile unveiled their latest and greatest smartphone the myTouch 4G Slide with advanced camera features to rival Apple's iPhone 4. An enhanced version of the myTouch 3G Slide can be seen in the new myTouch 4G camera hardware and software, which is considered an iPhone 4 camera killer.

Five Reasons BlackBerryMaker Research in Motion Will Die

Five reasons research in motion, maker of the Blackberry smartphone will die, losing to Apple and Google once and for all.

Google boasts 500,000 Android activations per day

Consumers are activating more than half a million Android devices every day, an increase of about 25 percent from early May, according to Andy Rubin, who heads Google Inc's Android software business.

Android blooms in Apple's productless summer: Half-a-million activations per day

Android is blooming in Apple's productless summer. Various studies point to the inevitable prospect of Google Android OS-based marching ahead of Apple's iPhone and iPad. Andy Rubin, Google's vice-president of engineering, said over 500,000 Android devices are activated every day, adding that the rate of activation of Android devices is growing 4.4 percent every week.

Can Apple iPhone 5 stand against HTC's latest myTouch 4G Slide with an 8MP dual-LED camera ?

As Apple continues to delay the launch of its illusive iPhone 5 the competition is just getting thicker as T-Mobile announced the launch of its latest 4G phone, the myTouch 4G Slide.

Android mascots are lined up in the demonstration area at the Google I/O Developers Conference in the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California, May 10, 2011.

Will Android take over Apple's sales in the coming quarters?

A high acceleration in Android’s growth with 500,000 devices being activated everyday, Android could rule the smartphone market after a couple of quarters.

Motorola's two new high-speed wireless phones the Photon 4G

Motorola Mobility Downgraded to 'Underperform' at BMO

BMO Capital Markets has downgraded Motorola Mobility Holdings (NYSE:MMI) to underperform from market perform, citing declining market share and margins.

Apple iPhone 5, iPhone 4S and many more due

Apple is in the throes of dealing a double whammy to Android as it plans to release two iPhones, the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4S in September.

Microsoft and Oracle threatens Android: A major advantage for Apple iPhone?

Samsung manufactures Google's first Ice Cream Sandwich phone

Google’s first Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone dubbed ‘Nexus Prime’ will be manufactured by Samsung.

Double Delight: Apple Could Unveil Two iPhones This September

Consumer technology giant Apple could release two models of iPhone - namely iPhone 5 and iPhone 4S - this September, according to an analyst at Deutsche Bank.

Samsung Galaxy SII price drops, hints at iPhone 5 rival in August

The sudden price cut of Samsumg Galaxy SII by £70 hinted at the nearing arrival of the new iPhone 5 rival smartphone, Samsung Galaxy S II Plus.

Quick look at iPhone 5 Features as September Release Date Still Possible

For a time there was going to be no new iPhone this year, with reports casting a glum picture of Apple releasing iPhone 5 in 2012, much after a legion of Android phones has had a busy time burying the iPhone. Here is a look at the prominent features/improvements in iPhone 5.