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A new rumor, that might make this year merrier for Apple enthusiasts, suggests that the company will not only release the much-awaited iPad 3 but will also launch a 7-inch mini iPad anytime this year.

Incoming Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai aims to re-shape the company by linking hardware and software through online networks - a model he used at the PlayStation maker's computer entertainment unit.

HTC has announced the Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade is ready for the Sensation 4G on T-Mobile along with three other devices by the end of March. That means over the air updates should start rolling out by then, so not every Sensation 4G owner will get the upgrade right away.

Get ready for iPad 3 - according to a report by AllThingsD, Apple may launch the next-generation iPad at the event which will be held at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco, where on March 2, last year, iPad 2 was unveiled.

Furthermore, the department likely will approve a consortium led by Apple and Microsoft to purchase Nortel Networks patents for $4.5 billion.

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd's reworked tablet PC does not look like a copycat version of the iPad, a German court said, affirming a preliminary assessment and dealing another legal blow to Apple Inc.

Samsung has witnessed extensive popularity over the months due to its Galaxy S2, which actually gave Apple's iPhone 4S a run for its money.

Samsung Galaxy S3, rumored to be the next flagship smartphone from the South Korean electronics giant, can be the thinnest smartphone in the world.

Samsung has quashed hopes of avid Galaxy S3 fans announcing that the highly anticipated S3 smartphone will not be unveiled in their March press event.

Apple's 9% of global mobile market share seems enough to put the tech giant at the top in terms of profitability in the world mobile market for last quarter. According to an analysis by Horace Deiu, Asymco, Apple has garnered 75% of profit share and nearly 40% of revenue share by just controlling 9% of unit share.

All of T-Mobile's 4G smartphones are free during their Valentine's Day 2012 sale, and that includes the Samsung Galaxy S2 and HTC Amaze 4G. Of course, you have to sign up with a new two-year contract to get that price, and you also have to buy one of the Classic or Small Business plans. Additionally, several other phones are free during the Feb. 11, one day only sale. The entire line-up of 4G-enabled devices, including the Springboard tablet, and three other non-4G phones are free on Satur...

The image of Galaxy S3, which is assumed to be Samsung's next generation smartphone, has emerged, according to Hexus. The device has a super slim industrial design and its display looks a bit unique, or rather queer, with a curved design, which is enough to stimulate the imagination of what future smartphones could be.

Rumors about the launch of iPad 3 have gained momentum over the last few months. The latest is that the tablet is expected this spring. With a host of new features, the tablet could be Apple's biggest release this year if the rumored specs are true. Here's a look at what is known so far.

Samsung Electronics Co, the world's top television manufacturer, has seen TV sales firming up so far this year and plans to introduce cheaper TVs, as demand for lower-end models increase, the head of its TV business said on Wednesday.

Renesas Electronics and two other big Japanese chip makers are in talks to combine their struggling system chip operations in a government-backed deal, sources said, as pressure mounts for drastic reforms to confront stiff global competition.

With more Android smartphones coming to the market with advanced specifications, it is quite difficult to make a decision on which one to buy. Two popular choices are Samsung Galxy S2 and Motorola Photon 4G.

Guess what are the top most popular smartphones in the U.S.? It's iPhone 4S, iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS.

Samsung Galaxy Nexus, the Android 4.0-powered smartphone that has been billed as an iPhone killer will be available in white color in the UK from Feb. 13.

Samsung Galaxy Note, which was featured in a Super Bowl ad on Sunday, wowed the audience with its big size and stunning looks. Check out the specifications of the Galaxy Note as announced by Samsung.

South Korean electronics giant Samsung might roll out a 7mm-thick Galaxy S3 sometime in May 2012, the rumor mills suggest.

Companies spent millions of dollars on Super Bowl 2012 ads, and no less than five tech firms doled out some must-watch gems this year. While Apple didn't buy any ad time during the Super Bowl, one of their arch rivals did, and several Web sites ponied up to get their names out there as well.