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Apple reveals details of 50 billionth App Store download

The winner in the race to reach the 50 billionth download is an Ohio resident who snagged the Say the Same Thing app. Along with bragging rights, the lucky customer gets a US$10,000 App Store gift ...

Google Play redesigned to focus on tablet apps

Google's new look for Google Play will also help people find apps easier, according to the company.

Google revamps Maps for web and mobile

The new version of Google Maps includes user-generated street views and live images of Earth's cloud patterns. According to Google: "The map is the user interface."

Apple's App Store downloads hit 50 billion

The person who downloaded the 50 billionth app will receive a US$10,000 App Store gift card, and the 50 people who downloaded apps right after that each will claim a US$500 gift card.

ACCAN calls ACCC to action over 'freemium' games

ACCAN has called on the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission to investigate mobile games that aggressively promote in-app purchasing.

Buycott app lets you boycott dodgy companies

A new "ethical shopping" app uses a barcode scanner so that you can check the provenance of the products you buy. 5

Angry Birds maker to publish games by third-party developers

The creator of the hit game Angry Birds has promised third-party developers marketing gold, and plans to publish two new games, from outside game makers, under its name.

BlackBerry Messenger expands to Android, iOS

BlackBerry has announced its plans to offer BlackBerry Messenger to Android and iOS devices.

AFL arrives on Foxtel Go

The 2013 AFL Premiership season will be available live for Foxtel Go users.

What is Ultraviolet?

The digital movie service is now live in Australia, but what actually is Ultraviolet and how do you use it? 3

The best mobile games of April 2013

Looking for a new game to play on your mobile device? Here's our pick of the best released in April 2013. 2

Apple counting to 50 billion App Store downloads

The company is giving out US$10,000 in App Store credit to the person who downloads the 50 billionth app.