Qualcomm says that mobile gaming systems, the likes of powerful tablets and smartphones will eliminate the need for dedicated gaming consoles in due course. FULL STORY >

Norton Mobile Security is aimed at protecting Android mobile devices FULL STORY >

Redmond-based software giant Microsoft, is reportedly making a substantially greater amount of money from Android royalties than from its own mobile operating system. FULL STORY >

The public relations mudslinging kicks off as Google pulls a Noam Chomsky, claiming the existence of a sinister patent conspiracy against Android. FULL STORY >

This week in the Tech News Round-up, Sony Ericsson is reportedly tinkering away on a 3D smartphone, whilst the Kodak vs. Apple & RIM trial hits a snag. FULL STORY >

One of the world's largest independent mobile ad networks, InMobi, acquires media technology company Sprout. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google makes the latest Android version distribution figures available, showing which version of the ultra popular mobile operating system is the most popular amongst users. FULL STORY >

According to a report released this week by market research firm Canalys, Google's Android operating system is staking its claim as the predominant smartphone platform. FULL STORY >

Search giant Google updates Gmail for mobile to support the iPhone 4's Retina Display, and also bring about some other improvements. FULL STORY >

Android devices receive their own security package in the form of Norton Mobile Security. FULL STORY >

Nokia fans can rejoice, as the MeeGo running Nokia N9 will be getting its Finnish passport stamped by South African passport control authorities soon. FULL STORY >

Android and iOS could be faced with a competitor to their mobile operating system dominance. FULL STORY >

A new incubator for entrepreneurs and innovators, focusing on mobile technology, has opened for membership. FULL STORY >

Canadian smartphone maker Research In Motion (RIM) introduces the latest version of its ultra popular BlackBerry Messenger application, which sports some new abilities. FULL STORY >

Mozilla is tinkering away on its own web-based operating system for tablets and smartphones. FULL STORY >