This week in the Tech News Round-up: Apple's magical iPad goes plane hopping to nine new places, while the Antennagate narrative continues but the Nexus One web store doesn't. FULL STORY >

Facebook now has over 500 million people all around the world using the site to stay connected with their real friends, Facebook friends and family from around the globe. FULL STORY >

Apple walks away with R117 billion in revenue for the third quarter, a company record. FULL STORY >

This week in the Tech News Round-up Facebook is due to cross the half a billion user mark, while Hollywood is putting the finishing touches on a movie about the founding of the popular social networking site. FULL STORY >

Outlook 2003, 2007 and 2010 users will be able to be more in tune with their clients, family and friends thanks to the email client's social networking integration via Outlook Social Connector. FULL STORY >

A phishing scam using South African banking logos has been identified FULL STORY >

This month we take a look at why acupuncture works, how sharks smell and the science behind bubbles. FULL STORY >

Cisco will take on Apple next year with its own tablet PC the Cius FULL STORY >

Bono and company have reportedly acquired a bigger stake in the world's largest social networking site. FULL STORY >

This week in the News Round-up a teenager murders his friend following an argument over Facebook. FULL STORY >

Nokia SA launches their official local blog, Nokia Ringaz, today and are searching for a technophile to fill a spot on their team. FULL STORY >

Nokia and Heroes TV series creator launch an online social networking site, utilising a fictional storyline to inspire real life social change. FULL STORY >

Utah's Attorney General uses his Twitter page to announce a death row inmate's execution. FULL STORY >

Whether you crave an arcade superbike racing game or a more realistic superbike racing simulator, SBK X from Black Bean Games will cater to your taste. FULL STORY >

In this month's SciNews we look at heart problems caused by extra hours in the office, spider silk, and genes' effect on eye colour. FULL STORY >