Consumers 'now spending more on Apple iPhone games than handheld console games'
iOS games for iPhones and iPads generated more revenue than handheld console games on devices such as the Nintendo DS, according to new research.
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World’s first ‘social star’ awards launched on YouTube
A new awards show celebrating the stars of social media is launching today, letting fans from around the world watch it ‘live’ on YouTube.
Tech City growth ‘stunted by talent shortage and lack of access to capital’
With London’s buoyant tech sector set to enjoy the annual Shoreditch Digital festival that starts today, a new report has highlighted the impact that a shortage of skilled workers and a lack of funding is having on its growth.
Two thirds of Brits 'not aware of the smart watch concept'
Less than a third of people in the UK have any idea what a “smart watch” is, at a time when global technology brands such as Apple and Samsung are strongly rumoured to be developing these wearable devices, according to a new report.
Top 10 most visible news sites on Google UK: BBC and Guardian ahead of Daily Mail
Stories from the BBC website are most likely to be displayed in news results in Google.co.uk search results, ahead of The Guardian and the Daily Mail, according to new research from search and social analytics leader, Searchmetrics.
Everest explorer makes world’s highest video call (video)
In the early hours of Sunday morning, HTC and British explorer Daniel Hughes successfully completed the world’s first video call from the top of Mount Everest, using the HTC One.
Android vs Apple: Which gets the most downloads and revenue?
There are now 900 million Android devices in the world, compared to around 500 million iOS devices, but which is generating the most engagement (and cash)? New data indicates that Apple still leads the way, but Android is catching fast in terms of downloads and revenue.
YouTube tells Microsoft to remove ad-free Windows Phone video app
YouTube has warned Microsoft that it needs to remove a video app from its Windows Phone store that blocks Google’s ads.
Smartphone wars: Android has shipped 4 times more than Apple in 2013 (so far)
Android continued its dominance of the global smartphone market in the first quarter of 2013, accounting for 3 out of 4 smartphones sold, according to new data.
UK ‘new global technology hub’ second only to the US
The UK is now the second most attractive location in the world, after the United States, for high-flying professionals to relocate to, says a new report.