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Samsung Galaxy S II reaches 3 million global sales

Samsung Galaxy S II has reached global channel sales of 3 million units in just two months since its release in store.

Mobile payments market to almost triple in value by 2015

The total value of mobile payments for digital and physical goods, money transfers and NFC (Near Field Communications) transactions will reach $670bn by 2015, up from $240bn this year, according to a new study from Juniper Research.

Brits think companies are cashing in on inflation

A ‘trust gap' is developing between companies and cash strapped UK consumers, according to research by Gocompare.com.

First interactive UK fixed-line broadband map launched

Ofcom has launched the UK's first interactive map of fixed broadband, using actual data provided by communications providers about the UK's broadband infrastructure.

A quarter of households are in fuel poverty

The high cost of energy is forcing growing numbers of UK households, including middle class families, into fuel poverty, according to new research by uSwitch.com, the independent price comparison and switching service.

EU data roaming ruling is a massive win for consumers

On Wednesday the EU will announce dramatic measures that will put an end to premium charges when using mobile data services in the EU, making it cheaper for people with smartphones to use internet on their devices whilst abroad.

Luxury iPhone stand handcrafted from pure crystal glass

CalypsoCrystal presents CrystalDock, the first luxury stand for charging and synching your iPod and iPhone devices, handcrafted from pure crystal.

Receive rewards on everyday spending

UK consumers are missing out on potential financial rewards - such as cashback, retail vouchers or frequent flyer points - to the tune of a staggering £3.6 billion per annum, according to research by American Express.

EU mobile call charges to fall from today

The battle against extortionate roaming charges continues as new European Union regulation cuts the cost of making or receiving calls on mobile phones while in the EU from today.

Cash not crockery: Broke brides turn backs on tradition

The recession and growing cost of weddings could spell the end of the traditional wedding gift list, as British couples turn to their guests to help them finance their Big Day and Honeymoon, according to research for Western Union, a leading money transfer provider.

Preparations for the roll out of smart meters

There are major risks the Department of Energy and Climate Change must address to achieve value for money from its £11.3 billion national programme to install ‘smart' electricity and gas meters in all homes and smaller non-domestic premises in Great Britain from 2014 to 2019, according to a report by the National Audit Office.