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Samsung Hercules, the new rumored smartphone “beast” that will allegedly steal Apple iPhone 5’s thunder this Fall, is flexing its muscles, much like the Greek demigod whose name it bears, but can it really wean away iPhone fans?

Google+ is fast becoming an Internet sensation as was evident earlier last week when Google was forced to suspend Google+ invite following an “insane demand” for its social networking service. But does it have what it takes to challenge Facebook and other existing social networking sites?

The iPad 3 is scheduled to arrive in October, making it one of Apple's most anticipated products of the year, alongside iPhone 5. The possible early release could be good news for Apple fans. For rivals and challengers in the tablet market, the iPhone 5 launch could put huge dents into sales.

Google+ looks good enough to beat Facebook and other social networking websites, MySpace co-founder and ex-president Tom Anderson has suggested.

Internet search engine giant Google has suspended Google+ invites following an insane demand of its social networking service but not before a user with the name “Mark Zuckerberg” was spotted as one of the Google+ users.

iPhone, iPad and iPod are the greatest tranquilizers for your children. International Business Times (San Francisco Edition) has compiled the top 10 most popular iPhone, iPad and iPod apps for kids. Many of them are not only entertaining but also educational. Check out the list by clicking on the slideshow:

Apple iPad 2, the king of the current tablet war, has choked its upcoming competitor Amazon tablets by blockading them even before the battle has begun.

Google+ has had a fascinating start and it looks good enough not only to be just a Facebook beater but also a social phenomenon, revolutionizing the way we connect to each other in our daily lives.

Increasing cyber attacks in recent months have led Google to add an anti-phishing feature in Gmail that automatically displays the sender’s address for some messages.

T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide has got an exceptional camera but does the HTC-made smartphone have enough firepower to challenge the hegemony of Apple iPhone?

The heat is building between Apple and Samsung as issues over patent infringement filed lawsuits and accusations have sparked media attention between the two tech giant's escalating rivalry. Official injunctions were filed by Apple to try and block four of Samsung's mobile devices from hitting the U.S. market. The four Samsung devices listed were Galaxy S 4G smartphone, Infuse 4G smartphone, Droid Charge smartphone, and the Galaxy Tab 10.1. Apple's devices included iPhones and iPads....

Apple App Store, launched in July 2008, crossed the 100,000 milestone on Thursday in terms of apps tailored specifically for the iPad. In comparison, Android Market has around 1,400 apps optimized for Android-based tablets.

Apple recently celebrated its 100,000th iPad app in the App store, setting a new milestone in the company’s history.

Tag Heuer's latest android smartphone has made the news due to its price tag of $6,700. Users who expect luxurious standard can be pleased to hear that the Swiss watchmakers crafted a high end phone made of 18 carat gold packaged with accented diamonds and wrapped with your choice of calfskin, alligator skin, or carbon leather.

Google+, the social networking service which was launched by Google earlier this week could challenge Facebook's supremacy the same way Android-based smartphones now threaten iPhone.

Apple's next generation iPhone, dubbed iPhone 5, is set for launch in September according to the latest rumors and will boast of beefy specs - but does it have enough firepower to stave off the challenge from the top ten 'super' smartphones that run on Google Android?

In the land of luxury items, hardware performance may not be the main focus for their consumers. Looking at Tag Heuer's latest luxury smartphone launch, the subpar performing mobile device is fetching a $6,700 price tag alongside a luxury iPhone 4. Customers will need to decide whether to go with the latest greatest performing smartphone or a head above shoulders luxurious device with gold and leather.

If you're one of those who are keenly waiting to get your hands on the next generation iPhone (dubbed iPhone 5) in September, there's some bad news - according to a BMO Capital Markets analyst, Apple won't be releasing iPhone 5 in September but you can expect the bomb to drop in 2012.

The Apple iPhone 5 buzz is getting louder with each passing day and the latest suggestion is that Apple will offer iPhone 3GS for free with a 2-year contract when it launches iPhone 5 later this year.

Nobody knows what hardware or software upgrades iPhone 5 will feature and what it will look like but it hasn't stopped designers Michal Bonikowski or Antoine Brieux to brainstorm and come up with cutting-edge designs for iPhone 5.

Apple iPhone fans were searching vigorously to find a solution to have an iPhone 5 and not have to worry about the data usage, after a shocking rumor that Verizon is dumping their $29.99 unlimited data plan.

The reigning social network king Facebook will have another reason to keep Google in their sights. The online search giant has introduced its latest attempt to step back into the social network scene with Google+.

Mountains of Apple iPhone rumors are piling up, and the company, as usual, is keeping its mouth shut.

Apple is facing a lot of pressure this year with Android beating the technology giant in several categories, including the top smartphone spot. However, Apple isn't one to give up easily and expectations are high that with iPhone 5 release Apple will regain its top position in a highly competitive smartphone jungle.

iPhone, iPad and iPod. With these and many more on the list, Apple has undoubtedly made phenomenal successes and built its avid fans. However, Apple is not exactly Maidus and not everything it touched turn into gold. Here are some of the rotten apples that Apple has discovered in its basket since the launch of the company in the mid-seventies:

Apple iPhone has been ruling the smartphone jungle for quite some time and the launch of the next generation iPhone (dubbed iPhone 5) is expected to consolidate its position but could a slew of new Android smartphones set for launch later this year upset its dominance?

Information on the next Apple iPhone is still dubious and only rumors are growing as to when it is going to be released, what is it going to be called and what features will it boast of.

The exploding popularity of Android has been a force to reckon. Google reported that its daily activations have reached 500,000. Google's vice president of mobile tweeted that this rate is increasing 4.4% each week. The increased number of smartphones that are running the Android OS have placed Google at the top of the Smartphone market over its reigning competitor the Apple iPhone.

The craze to own an Apple product in China gathered steam this week as one Chinese girl allegedly has offered to sell her virginity in exchange for an iPhone 4, barely days after news surfaced that a Chinese boy sold his kidney in exchange for an iPad 2.