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 >

Smartphones are taking over the mobile phone scene, with budget conscious devices playing their part in bringing the expanded functionality of these devices to the mobile masses. TechSmart reviews one such phone, the Huawei IDEOS X5. FULL STORY >

Local branded technology accessories distributor, Gammatek, introduces the IDAPT i4 to the local gadget market, allowing users to charge multiple devices at the same time. FULL STORY >

Finnish phone giant Nokia releases its second quarter 2011 results, which can be summarised in the following manor: Here lies Nokia: former top smartphone maker. FULL STORY >

Two new NOCS headphones have been made available in South Africa FULL STORY >

Asus have announced the impending launch of their active noise cancelling pro gaming headset. FULL STORY >

One of the world's largest independent mobile ad networks, InMobi, releases its latest (May 2011) Mobile Insights Report for Africa. FULL STORY >

In this week's Tech News Round-up: TSMC reportedly starts manufacturing Apple's next generation A6 chip on a trail basis, while Apple intensifies its legal battle with HTC. FULL STORY >

Micro-blogging website Twitter announces that more than a million apps has now been written to support its expanding tweeting infrastructure. FULL STORY >

SaFPWR delivers a smart battery case to iPhone users that will enable them to protect their device and charge it on the go. FULL STORY >

Samsung makes the latest handset in its Galaxy line-up of smartphones available, sporting the name of SA's fastest full-back, but not his speed unfortunately. FULL STORY >

RIM remains incredibly popular across the EMEA region as illustrated by the latest growing user adoption figures revealed by the BlackBerry manufacturer. FULL STORY >

Canadian smartphone and tablet PC maker Research In Motion has announced the name of South Africa's first BlackBerry App Master. FULL STORY >

Apple announces that its App Store has reached yet another milestone, further extending its lead in the mobile app race. FULL STORY >

In this week's Tech News Round-up Apple is reportedly set to bring out an HD version of the iPad as well as a security update for its iOS mobile OS. FULL STORY >