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Just a week after Motorola delivered some unfortunate Android upgrade news, Sony is stepping up to the plate with a disappointing decision of its own.

Even for hard-working Apple employees the long weekend beckons. Many will take to the mountains, others to the beach, some might take time out at a music festival, or fishing by the waters. It's time for rest and relaxation, but, for those who want to stay connected, how do you get the best possible battery life from your iPhone?

Windows Phone is falling further behind Android and iOS, with market share dropping from a year ago, says the latest report from IDC. And the report also warns that there will likely be only "slow growth" for the smartphone operating system.

From where I'm sitting it looks like Samsung may rue the day it crossed its biggest customer, Apple as it appears Cupertino's investing in competing firms, meaning the iPhone 5 won't just transform smartphones, but will also generate new competitors for its former friend.

In the case of Oracle v Google, the latter has prevailed -- at least, as far as the jury is concerned. There was no Java patent infringement in Android, said the men and women who performed the service. Now we wait to find out if APIs are even copyrightable at all. In IT Blogwatch, bloggers go back for second-helpings of popcorn.

Why does Apple's lead designer gain a Knighthood while competitors founder in imitative flattery? And what does Apple's message that it will "innovate through recession" suggest politicians should do as we face tough economic challenges? Simplicity is complex. Good design is not a luxury item. Ive speaks to The Telegraph.

Those who believe Apple doesn't take security as seriously as Microsoft have new fuel: the Kaspersky security company claims that because Apple won't allow companies to develop "true endpoint security" for iOS, iOS will become a malware target, leading to plunging iOS market share.

Apple is shaking up the world's electronics supply chain, making huge investments in plant and infrastructure as it prepares for Fall's iPhone 5.

The release date of the Samsung Galaxy S III (aka S3) is 'early June' -- you can pre-order an unlocked unit now. But there's a catch: If you want it with an LTE radio, you'll have to wait a bit longer. In IT Blogwatch, bloggers grumble and read the rooted rumor runes.

Google's I/O developers' conference is right around the corner -- and we're celebrating by giving away tons of free Android stuff. Are you ready to win?

I'm filing iPhone nano speculation back into the 'seeking a unicorn' pile for the present, as it looks like Apple intends offering the iPhone 3GS as its low price feature phone competitor, at least in emerging markets. And I'm not expecting Hell to freeze over in the smartphone wars when Tim Cook meets Samsung in court this week, either.

After months of silence and inactivity, Motorola is finally speaking up about its Android 4.0 upgrade plan and what's going on with its devices.

Windows Phone 7 may be struggling worlwide, but it's overtaken the iPhone in China after only two months, according to a Microsoft official. Do the Chinese know something that the rest of the world doesn't?

Health? You can't take it with you -- but increasingly your iPhone can keep you ticking over better while you're still around: here's a few notes concerning the Apple effect on healthcare.

[Updated: Apple's WIPO win appears to indicate that the new iPhone will be called 'iPhone 5'] The new iPhone 5 dates are basically now known. And the rumors of a larger, 4-inch screen are all-but confirmed. Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), of course, ain't sayin' nuffin'. In IT Blogwatch, when no less of an organ than the WSJ says it, bloggers sit up and listen.