Samsung announce Galaxy S3 to launch 29 May
A huge crowd packed into London's Earl's Court Exhibition Centre last night to finally witness the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S3, a smartphone already being dubbed the 'Apple Killer'
Sectors - Consumer Products
Kindle smartphone considered by online giant Amazon
Following the incredible success of its range of Kindle eReaders and last year's Kindle Fire tablet, is Amazon considering entering the highly lucrative smartphone market?
Samsung's record profits end Nokia's reign at the top
Samsung Electronics has beaten strong competition, principally Apple and Nokia, to become the world's largest manufacturer of mobile phones
Philips launch world's most efficient light bulb
Yesterday, fittingly known as 'Earth Day', Philips' award-winning LED light bulbs finally became available in stores across America, capable of providing 20 years of illumination
Mixed reviews for Sony's SmartWatch
Following its unveiling at the Consumer Electronics Show back in January 2012, Sony has now officially released their SmartWatch in the US to a mixed response
Apple's Cook visits China's plants
Apple CEO Tim Cook spent last week in China adhering to what could be described as a two-pronged agenda - to develop future business opportunities and to personally see working conditions at supplier's plants
No new Xbox for 2012
Fans hoping for news of an upgraded Xbox have been left disappointed this weekend, with a statement coming from Microsoft that the newest version of its console won't be released until 2013 at the earliest
The most innovative cameras of 2012
Manufacturing Digital takes a look at some of the most innovative cameras to be released this year
Apple's 'new iPad' leaves many feeling left out
It would seem the dust has finally settled after the highly anticipated launch of Apple's latest products and services, with the 'iPad 3' garnering a mixed reaction
Nestlé remove artificial ingredients from confectionary
Global confectionary company, Nestlé, has become the UK's first major manufacturer of sweets and chocolate to accomplish products which are 100 percent free of all artificial colours, preservatives and flavourings
Nokia offers customers a Pureview
Nokia announce world's highest megapixel camera phone at 2012 Mobile World Congress
HTC announce One Series at Mobile World Congress
HTC look to return to what they do best in 2012, innovative high-end devices
HTC to scale back smartphone output in 2012
Taiwanese phone manufacturer HTC will focus on quality not quantity in 2012 by scaling back on the number of devices available
Nokia reaches 1.5 billion S40 phone milestone
Nokia has announced a significant milestone in the company's history with the sale of its 1.5 billionth Series 40 mobile phone
Apple increases responsibility with supplier audits
Apple publishes Supplier Responsibility Progress Report giving details of the company's supply chain in order to monitor contract employee working conditions
Sony unveils world's first digital binoculars
Tech giant reveals binoculars capable of HD video recording, zoom, autofocus and SteadyShot image stabilisation
Does the Nintendo Wii U have what it takes?
Emulating the now legendary Wii is a tall order, so can Nintendo's latest console live up to expectations?
RIM delays BlackBerry 10 phones until late 2012
BlackBerry maker Research In Motion (RIM) has delayed its next generation range of phones until late 2012
Apple iPad 3 to launch spring 2012?
Latest rumours suggest companies in Apple's supply chain have started delivering iPad 3 components to contractors
iPod creator aims to reinvent the domestic thermostat
Godfather of the iPod and the man who could be credited with kickstarting a digital music revolution has turned his attention to home energy efficiency with a new take on the humble thermostat
Apple vs Samsung - The story so far
Samsung will now be allowed to sell its Galaxy tablet in Australia during the holiday season
Microsoft will make Kinect device for Windows PCs
Microsoft says it is optimising certain hardware components of its Kinect motion sensor device to enable Windows PC compatibility
Apple cleared by ITC in HTC patent battle
US International Trade Commission (ITC) says Apple did not violate patents owned by HTC
Asus and Dell not planning tablet computer exit
Despite previous rumours, both Asus and Dell have announced they are not pulling out of the tablet computer market
Amazon planning smartphone to rival iPhone in 2012?
Not content with the Kindle Fire tablet, Amazon looks set to expand its mobile device portfolio with an iPhone rival in Q4 2012 according to investor note
LG to replace Logitech as Google TV partner?
Even though Logitech called its Revue Google TV receiver a mistake, rumours suggest that LG will now collaborate with the search engine giant on a new television set
HP, Dell, Nokia and Apple top Greenpeace guide
In a revised version of its Guide to Greener Electronics, Greenpeace hails HP as the top gadget and electronics company followed by Dell, Nokia and Apple
EU investigates Samsung over Apple patent battle
The European Commission has launched an investigation of Samsung over possible FRAND (Fair, Reasonable And NonDiscriminatory) patent abuse against Apple
Canon makes Hollywood debut with Cinema EOS System
Canon announces entry into motion picture production industry with launch of a cinema lens line-up, cinema cameras and digital SLR cameras
Why Microsoft killed off its Courier tablet
Internal conflicts of interest and an intervention by Bill Gates led to Microsoft cancelling the Courier tablet's development
Apple rumours: Ultra-thin MacBook, iPad 3 display issue
It seems like the Apple rumour mill never stops, with the latest speculation surrounding a new ultra-thin 15-inch MacBook and production problems for the iPad 3's possible Retina display
Nokia Kinetic: Flexible and bendy smartphone concept
Nokia's flexible and bendy smartphone concept Kinetic could hit the market in less than three years
Amazon increasing Kindle Fire production due to demand
The world's largest online retailer Amazon is increasing capacity and ramping up production of its Kindle Fire tablet due to ongoing demand
Apple currently building prototype television set?
Rumours suggest that Apple is currently building a prototype television set which could make its debut late 2012
Microsoft claims patent landmark over Android devices
Microsoft says that manufacturers accounting for over half of all Android devices have now entered into patent license agreements with the company
Lytro unveils world's first light field camera
The world's first consumer light field camera which takes 'living pictures' by capturing all the rays of light in a scene has been launched by Lytro
iPad 3 release in Q1 2012 as production starts early?
Latest rumours suggest that Apple has started production of the iPad 3 early ahead of a Q1 2012 release
Sony recalls 1.6 million Bravia TV sets worldwide
Sony is to recall 1.6 million Bravia TV sets worldwide due to fire risk
Apple iPhone 4S antenna may infringe on Samsung patent
Apple iPhone 4S system which can switch between multiple antennas has reportedly already been patented by Samsung
Sony considers buying Ericsson out of venture
In order to make up lost ground in the mobile phone market, Sony is reportedly in talks to buy out Ericsson's stake in the two company's joint venture
Apple iPhone 4S: Same design but with new hardware
Apple's highly anticipated next generation iPhone is the same design as its predecessor but gets various hardware upgrades
Microsoft to stop production of the Zune player
Microsoft announces it will no longer produce Zune players and going forward will focus on Windows Phone for mobile music and video
Amazon selling Kindle Fire at $10 loss
According to IHS analysis, even though Amazon is selling its Kindle Fire tablet at $199, it costs $209.63 to make
Can Amazon keep up with Kindle Fire demand?
With a lower than expected price of $199 (£130), questions are being raised of Amazon's ability to produce enough Kindle Fire tablets to make profit
KT Spider Phone: A multi-functional handheld device
Struggling to decide between a laptop, tablet or handheld games console? You could have all three with Spider Phone...
Rumour: Apple to drop iPod classic and iPod shuffle?
On it's 10 year anniversary, rumours suggest that the iPod classic will be killed off by Apple alongside the iPod shuffle
Apple cuts iPad production by a quarter
In a report, JP Morgan claims Apple is cutting back production of the iPad by 25 percent
3D TV improves viewing experience say consumers
A study carried out by Frank N. Magid Associates on behalf of Panasonic reveals that consumers believe 3D TV significantly improves their television viewing experience
World's smallest camera unveiled
Hammacher Schlemmer has introduced the world's smallest fully functional camera
BlackBerry cuts PlayBook production, Quanta loses staff
RIM's contract manufacturer Quanta, which produces the BlackBerry Playbook, is forced to fire staff due to lack of orders
