Beyoncé's album is fastest selling on iTunes with 828,773 copies in 3 days

Beyoncé's unorthodox self-titled  release has broken all sorts of records on iTunes selling 828,773 copies in the first three days and changing the landscape of the music industry with its unprecedented approach and sudden release. Beyoncé also broke the US first week album sales record with 617,213 sold and proved to be a global success going to number one in 104 countries. Toronto fans are lucky that they get to experience her The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour tonight just after the big release.

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Sony Xperia Z1 and Z Ultra to get Android 4.3 updates

Good news for owners of Sony's flagship Xperia Z and Xperia Z Ultra the long awaited Android 4.3 updates are being pushed out. Even better, another update in the new year should bring these devices up to speed with the Android 4.4 KitKat OS. First things first, here are some Sony specific features coming with the update.

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Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 reportedly moving from capacitive to virtual buttons

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The upcoming Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 update is reportedly introducing big changes next year. Among them is the use of virtual buttons instead of capacitive buttons for the Back, Home, and Search options. This refresh will help OEMs to repurpose some of their Android devices to Windows Phone and perhaps introduce a whole slew of new smartphones.

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Airbnb updates Android app with on-the-go posting capabilities

Airbnb wants to encourage Android users to utilize the app while travelling with the new update. You can now write your reviews while you’re still on the move and even find social links with potential guests. The new listing design also lets you see the calendar schedule of the place they’re interested in renting. The company is working to overhaul its mobile apps and have Android features be as it can be with iOS app.