Vinod Yalburgi

Senior Technology News Correspondent

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Vinod is a Senior Technology News Correspondent at IBTimes UK Edition with a niche for reviewing tech gadgets, previewing jailbreaks, sharing tips and tricks on video games and publishing quick guides to rooting and/or Android firmware installation. With a total experience of more than 4 years into Tech Journalism, he knows the trend and pulse of his audience.

Samsung Galaxy Ace Plus Unveiled

Samsung has unveiled the successor to Galaxy Plus - the Galaxy Ace Plus, which is touted to be the refreshed version of its predecessor. It is scheduled for an Indian release by end of March at Rs 15,000.

Google Vs Oracle: Android Patent Dispute Gets Jury Trial Date

Google and Oracle lock horns in a legal dispute over Android infringements with Java technology. Google has amassed potential firepower with thousands of patent acquisitions from Motorola and IBM. The patent wars should only get interesting as Microsoft, Apple, Samsung and HTC join the fray.

Google Arms 217 IBM Patents for Smartphone Battle

Google gets 217 IBM patents

ASA Bans TalkTalk’s Ad Campaign for ‘UK’s Safest Broadband’

The Advertising Standards Authority has reportedly banned TalkTalk's ad campaign after finding the campaign to be misleading and fraudulent.

Apple Patents Hint at Fuel-Cell in Future Laptops, Smartphones

Apple Inc. has long been known for ground-breaking technological innovations and its latest quest - to acquire fuel-cell patents - could further strengthen the company's portfolio of 17,000 software patents. Indeed, Apple could silently planning an eco-friendly substitute for existing chemical batteries by acquiring fuel-cell patents to power its devices.

Top 5 Technology Trends for 2012

The past year has witnessed some revolutionary technological innovations. Some of the biggest and most inspiring stories revolved around technology .

Top 5 Mobile Tech Flops of 2011

The year 2011 saw some tech leaps as well as flops. Here are the top 5 mobile tech glitches.

Apple TV 4.4.4 Untethered Jailbreak: How to Use Seas0nPass

Jailbreak Apple TV 2G untethered using Sas0nPass based on pod2g's exploit. iOS app tweaks for the Apple TV are also in the making. Watch the exclusive video for a better insight into the working of the iOS apps running on the 2G set-top-box.

Will Acer be Ready to Flaunt Iconia Tab A700 at CES?

As the start of the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) draws closers, the speculation over the computer tablets expected to be unveiled is increasing.

Fireworks over the London Eye, in central London

World Celebrates Advent of 2012 with Balloons and Fireworks [VIDEO]

People around the world ushered in the New Year 2012 with prayers, balloons and fireworks. They rejoiced the end of 2011 by holding midnight parties at select disco clubs and pubs.

MIT Student Creates World’s First ‘Self-Balancing’ Unicycle [VIDEO]

Stephan Boyer, a student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has created the world's first self-balancing electric unicycle.

AT&T corporate retail stores - device sales breakdown

Apple iPhones Outsell Android Smartphones at AT&T Corporate Retail Stores in December: Report

The Apple Inc. iPhone reportedly outsold Android devices at AT&T corporate retail stores by a whopping 7.8-to-1 ratio between Dec. 1 and Dec. 27. Apparently, those AT&T stores sold about 981,000 iPhones during the period, accounting for a heavy 66 percent of the turnover.

Apple’s Jonathan Ive Knighted

Jonathan Ive, Apple's Design Head, has been awarded the coveted Knighthood in the New Year Honours list.

Apple Likely to Launch 37-Inch TV in 2012

Rumours abound the release of Apple's first TV take precedence, as fresh reports indicate the release of 32 and 37-inch iTVs in mid-summer 2012.

WindowBreak: How to Jailbreak Windows Phone 7 (VIDEO)

After iOS5 Jailbreak, its time to take a look at latest developments in the Windows Phone 7 territory. As the new jailbreak tool - WindowBreak promises to unlock typical features as in iOS5 in the near future. Right now, the tool is a runaway success with first and second generation Samsung smartphones running on WP7.

Apple Files Facial Recognition Mobile Patent

Apple has reportedly filed a patent on Facial Recognition software for mobile platform with the intention of adding this feature on iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Macbook devices.

British Army Recruits to Train with 'Call of Duty' Games

The Ministry of Defence has tied up with big game companies to procure the latest simulation technology to prepare its soldiers for real-world battles. The virtual training course would focus on sharpening their skills as well as improving their agility in reacting to disastrous war situations.

Microsoft Leaked Roadmap: Windows Phone Tango, Apollo and Superphones Battle in 2012

Microsoft Leaked Roadmap predicts the arrival of Tango after Mango, later followed by Apollo coinciding with the release of superphones in 2012. Expect a massive three way battle with Apple's iPhone 5 and the rest of the Android brigade.

LG Likely to Launch ‘Ultra Definition’ TV at CES 2012

LG recently revealed a bunch of innovative product release plans for the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show 2012.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 DLC Expected on Jan 24 (VIDEO)

Call of Duty fans are in for a great treat, as Infinity Ward has announced plans of releasing exclusive downloadable content (DLC) for Modern Warfare 3 Elite subscribers starting with Xbox Live on January 24.

Stratfor Confirms Attack by AntiSec Hackers

Stratfor, the U.S. Security Firm has been reportedly attacked by the Anonymous group of hackers and later identified as AntiSec. They have claimed to have stolen more than $500,000 from the firm's high profile client accounts and made donations to various charities including Red Cross, CARE and Save the Children.

Apple Losing Edge in Android Patent War

Apple has failed to realize its mistake in a bid to dominate the smartphone and tablet industry with patent lawsuits against its rivals. There is no real innovation happening in the native camp, while its rivals are striving hard to move ahead with new product designs and technological advancements.

LG Fantasy with Windows Phone Mango to be Launched in Jan?

The leaked pictures of the phone - LG Fantasy resurface yet again, and reveal LG's concealed intentions to release the smartphone in the near future.

Intel’s Thunderbolt to Boost Data Transfer Speed

The advent of Intel's Thunderbolt technology is expected to throw the famed USB 3.0 interface technology to the sidelines while it is theoretically estimated to boost the data transfer speeds between the PC and peripheral devices up to 10Gbps. However, practically such speeds have not been tested so far to make any claims.

LG Unveils Inexpensive, Ultra-Light 3-D Glasses

In a move to address the issues with expensive and unattractive active shutter glasses, LG has unveiled the cheap, chic and ultra-light passive 3D glasses for the budget conscious consumer.

Samsung Reconsiders Ice Cream Sandwich Upgrade for Galaxy S, Tab

Samsung, the Korean smartphone giant, on Friday announced on one of its promotional blogs that it had dropped the idea of porting Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade to its Galaxy S smartphone or the 7-inch Galaxy Tablet. Since then, widespread arguments and heated debates on the issue have been escalating amongst the Android user community.