Google is hoping to crack down harder on malware in its latest Android release, with a new apps verification tool that scans all apps on a phone to create a database of malicious code that targets the ecosystem. (Credit: Computerworld) A blog on Computerworld recently spoke with Google’s vice president of Android engineering Hiroshi Lockheimer, …

LG Australia has confirmed that its feature-packed Optimus G handset will be packing yet another feature: a 13-megapixel camera. The back of the Optimus G with the original 8-megapixel camera module. (Credit: Joe Hanlon/CNET Australia) LG launched the handset with a 13-megapixel camera in South Korea recently, but the original information from LG Australia, which we reported in our preview …

We’ve been talking about wireless charging a lot lately, with Nokia set to sell wireless charging pads for the Lumia 920 and Google listing wireless charging as a feature for its new Nexus 4. The Droidax wireless charging pad next to a GS3 dressed in its best battery extending charging suit. (Credit: Droidax) Aussie accessory company Droidax today announced its …

Samsung has announced an impressive first month of international sales for the Galaxy Note 2, selling 3 million units in 30 days. (Credit: Samsung) More surprising is that these sales were made in only a few markets, primarily South Korea and the UK. Samsung is rolling out the Note 2 in more regions throughout November, importantly into the US on …

Our colleagues in the US have published a full, detailed review of the new Google Nexus 4, and have come to the conclusion that it is an “elegant phone with a huge flaw” — no 4G/long-term evolution (LTE) network compatibility. But does 4G really matter to you? Were you planning on buying a Nexus 4 until you realised it wasn’t …

Apple’s latest mobile computing product, the iPad Mini, went on sale today across Australia, with far less fanfare than is expected for the launch of an iPad or iPhone. It was business as usual at the Apple Store in Sydney’s CBD. (Credit: CNET) Eager punters queued at the Apple store on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, but in far fewer …

New motor safety laws regarding the use of mobile phones and devices with visual displays come into effect in NSW today, as well as strict penalties for drivers who do not observe these changes. (Screenshot by Joe Hanlon/CNET Australia) From 1 November, drivers will not be able to use their phones in any way while the car is moving or …

Google recently introduced the latest in its Nexus family of phones, and in the process, it has entered a new power player into the Android ecosystem. But how does the new Nexus 4 stack up against one of the current kings of the category? We take a closer look at the Nexus 4 and the Galaxy S3 to see who …

Following Google’s unveiling of the new Nexus 4 handset overnight, LG has confirmed that the new Android flagship with be available to Australians from mid-November, unlocked, through the Google Play store. The new Nexus 4 showing off its wireless sharing capabilities. (Credit: Google) In a statement, LG also suggested that the handset will be available through traditional bricks-and-mortar stores, with …

Optus today announced that it has switched on its 4G long-term evolution (LTE) services in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Four sites on the Gold Coast and five sites in Brisbane will power the initial roll-out of the 4G network in Queensland. Optus promises to add more sites in Brisbane throughout December and January, and aims to add 4G coverage …