Sarah Tew/CNET Apple began accepting preorders for the cheaper iPhone 5C last Friday; however the …

Stephen Elop has hit the jackpot after shepherding the Microsoft-Nokia deal. Elop is set to receive 18.8 million euros in compensation ($25.5 million) after Nokia shareholders approve the deal and Microsoft completes its takeover of Nokia’s devices and services business. The compensation is made up of his base salary of 4.1 million euros, benefits worth 100,000 euros, and stock awards …

The BBM Android app hits Android phones on Saturday, and the iPhone on Sunday. BlackBerry has confirmed the release date for the BlackBerry Messenger app that lets you chat to friends even if you don’t have a BlackBerry any more. After a long wait, you’ll finally be able to download BBM and install the app on your Android device on Saturday …