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Two-thirds of smartphone owners shop on their devices, according to a recent survey, underscoring the rise of mobile purchasing.

The iPhone 4S was the top-selling smartphone at Verizon, Sprint and AT&T in November, according to Canaccord Genuity, as Apple's handsets fight off tough competition from Samsung.

Americans are passing more leisure time online, a new study finds, as technology continues to replace real-world activities as the hobby of choice.

The U.S. should follow more cohesive standards to prevent cyber-attacks on power grids, according to an MIT report, highlighting the country's vulnerability to hacks against critical infrastructure.

Teens "sexting" explicit photos is less common than previously believed, according to a new study, and may be part of kids' normal exploration and development.

A legally blind woman is searching for social games compatible with her accessibility software, showcasing an industry-wide opportunity to make mobile apps useful to all.

Video calling is expected to grow rapidly by 2015, fueled by the popularity of mobile devices and changing the ways people conduct businesses and personal communications.

Consumers broke wireless contracts to get their hands on the iPhone 4S, showing early termination fees are no barrier for those who want Apple's latest phone in their pocket.

Skype may expose a user's location by revealing a their Internet Protocol address, researchers say, posing a significant security threat for video calling services.

Apple customers are the most loyal smartphone users, according to research firm Gfk, as the company continues to inspire strong brand allegiance that surpasses its rivals.

Feature phones still dominate in many areas worldwide, highlighting an opportunity for smartphone makers to push expansion by competing on both price and services to drive their product's adoption.

Stores are integrating mobile devices and apps directly on the sales floor this holiday season, transforming the shopping experience in a quest to retain customers.

Apple's iPad sales surged 68 percent on Black Friday, breaking sales records and hinting at the tablet's continuing market dominance.

High-tech gifts landed in more than half of the weekend's shopping carts, as consumer electronics deals boosted Black Friday sales.

Thanksgiving is typically filled with turkey, friends, family and football, but now, thanks to mobile technology, it may also be filled with work.