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Apple has been ordered to pay £230m to technology firm VirnetX, after a Texas court ruled against the iPhone maker, saying FaceTime infringed VirnetX's patents.

Microsoft has patented a system that would allow device-based cameras to monitor who is watching video content.

We take an in-depth look at Windows Phone 8 to see if Microsoft has finally got it right, and if you should consider making the jump from iOS or Android.

Microsoft is working on a smaller, 7in version of its Surface tablet which will be Xbox-branded and aimed at gamers.

Microsoft's Surface tablet with Windows 8 Pro is available for pre-order at German retailer, Notebook.de

Apple's case alleging Google-owned Motorola Mobility is charging excessive fees for patents used by iPhone maker dismissed.

Halo 4 follows series protagonist Master Chief as he combats a new and mysterious enemy, in the reboot of the popular series.

Apple's share of the tablet markets has fallen 15 percent as consumers wait for the iPad mini and look to Android alternatives.

Security company Vupen has found security flaws in Windows 8 and has already sold the information onto its clients.

The Archos 101 XS is a 10.1in Android tablet with an ARM processor and clever Coverboard keyboard/screen cover.

Need For Speed: Most Wanted, from Criterion Games and Electronic Arts is a solid racing game available for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3

To promote Halo 4, Microsoft has organised an enormous live event across all of Liechtenstein, redecorating an entire country.

The 10.1in Microsoft Surface for Windows RT, features an integrated kickstand and smart Touch Cover.

Assassin's Creed III, a sandbox adventure game from Ubisoft, is a flawed epic set in the American Revolution

Devices from HTC, Nokia and Samsung

Microsoft has officially launched Windows Phone 8, the latest version of its mobile phone operating system.

A leaked image of a Grand Theft Auto 5 poster has revealed the game's release date as spring 2013

Microsoft Surface poses a stiff challenge to Apple's iPad 4 in the battle of the titans.

Microsoft has changed its app submission guidelines to allow 18-rated games on the Windows Store

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With the launch of Windows 8, we take a look at ten of the most interesting desktops, laptops and hybrids running Microsoft's new operating system.

Live coverage of Microsoft's launch of Windows 8, along with the launch of the flagship Windows 8 hardware, the Surface tablet.

Samsung is hoping to use the momentum created by Windows 8 to offer complete packages to businesses including smartphones, tablets, PCs, TVs and even air-conditioning units.

How Windows 8's content restrictions will squeeze game developers out of the Windows Store.

To help make sense of what you think of Microsoft's Surface tablet, we have rounded-up the first raft of reviews.

Software, hardware, prices and release dates

Nintendo has slashed its profit outlook for the current financial year as slow console sales and a strong yen make the future look uncertain.

We look at the Samsung Ativ S, a Windows Phone 8 smartphone from Samsung that shares its looks with the Android-powered Galaxy S3.

Xbox Game, Music and Video services will launch with Windows 8, with a new 360 now costing as little as $99

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