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The latest Android Wear update is being rolled out over the next couple of days, bringing new features to all three LG Android Wear devices.

IDC says that despite Apple’s continued success with its variants of the iPhone, it will be challenged to take Android share.

With competition escalating in an already tough market TV makers are striving to develop a compelling product that’ll give them a unique selling point.

By 2020, 80% of the world will own smartphones, with 2-3 times more smartphones than PCs, says new Okta report.

A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.

Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.

A new security vulnerability has been discovered within the Android operating system that affects devices made by several major manufacturers.

Mainfreight, the global logistics provider, has partnered with Zebra Technologies to help ANZ companies embrace mobile working.

Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.

Skype's new 5.6 update for Android enhances chat visibility, online statuses, and brings a sleek interface to users.

Android's WhatsApp now lets users mark chats as 'unread' and customise notifications, even on low data settings.

Ringr, a new smartphone app, provides VoIP communications and aims to get people moving from telco providers to apps.

Smartphones will account for 95% of handset sales by 2020 - and it's not the expensive flagship models leading the way.

Explosive rise in Android ransomware hits Australia, with over 25% of May's malware being mobile-focused, warns Bitdefender.

Salient Eye, a free Android home security app, has helped a family in Wellington catch an intruder trying to break into their home.

Apple Watch launch propels smart watches into mainstream; big players expanding product offerings. Growth predicted until 2020.

Facebook Lite debuts for Android users, offering the quintessential social experience on 2G or shaky networks with minimal data use.

New Zealand tablet shipments plummet; Apple maintains top spot, while Surface Pro offers hope for Windows tablets and 2-in-1 market.

Apple's recent shift to bigger screen models with a broader country reach has had an immediate impact on volumes.

Thousands of Android users have been targeted by a ransomware that demands users to pay $500 to restore access to their smartphone, says Bitdefender.