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Two become one: T-Mobile and MetroPCS merger is complete

T-Mobile announced today that the merger between it and underdog mobile carrier MetroPCS is now finalized.

iPad use by American Airlines pilots has reduced injuries on the job

American Airlines recently claimed that switching from 40 pound flight bags to lightweight iPads has helped reduce pilot injuries.

Sorry BlackBerry! The Pentagon may start using iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices

The Department of Defense seems poised to approve iOS 6 and Samsung Galaxy devices for official use in the Pentagon.

HTC shuts down ‘Watch’ video service in several European countries

HTC announced that it will be shutting down its content streaming service, Watch, in several European countries by the end of the month.

HTC to offer affordable, mini version of the One

HTC is rumored to be working on a new, smaller, more affordable version of its flagship smartphone, the HTC One.

Hack a secure Redact text message, get $15,000

Secure instant messaging service Redact is so confident that its system is impenetrable, it's offering hackers $15,000 to intercept and decrypt a single message.

Promate introduces LumiTab, the first-ever tablet with a built-in projector

Electronics manufacturer Promate recently announced its newest tablet, which it says is the first-ever with a built-in projector.

Jawbone UP fitness bracelet will soon work with other health apps

Jawbone recently announced that it is partnering up with several other health apps to create a more detailed profile for its users.

Nokia may introduce Lytro-like camera on its Lumia phones

After purchasing Pelican Imaging, it seems that Nokia may be working toward introducing a Lytro-esque camera into its smartphones in the future.

Sony’s water resistant Xperia Tablet Z now available for pre-order

Sony announced its latest tablet, the Sony Xperia Tablet Z, is now available for preorder through the company's website.

There’s a shape for that? Researchers are working on shape-shifting smartphones

Researchers at Bristol University are working on a series of flexible and shape-shifting smartphones, which would change shape based on the function being done.

Siri is a secret spy! It reports your dirty questions back to Apple

Apple recently confirmed that questions asked to Siri are stored by the company for two years.

Archos to (finally) release its first line of Android smartphones

After releasing a series of Android tablets over the years, ARCHOS is finally releasing its first line of smartphones.

Could this be the case of the iPhone Mini (or budget iPhone)?

A photo that was recently leaked shows what could be the actual casing of the rumored iPhone mini.

Verizon drops prices on Samsung Galaxy S3

Today Verizon announced that, with a two-year contract agreement, it is reducing the cost of Samsung Galaxy S3 phones to just $99.

T-Mobile: Give us your old iPhone 4 or 4S, we’ll give you an iPhone 5

In an effort to draw in new customers, T-Mobile is inviting people to trade in their used iPhone 4 or 4S in exchange for a brand new iPhone 5.

HTC quarter one sales reach an all-time low

In the first quarter of this year, smartphone manufacturer HTC received the lowest profits it has seen in the last decade.

iPhone 5 now available for pre-order with T-Mobile

T-Mobile is now accepting pre-orders for the iPhone 5, with down payment prices starting at just $100.

Apple vs. Samsung: The legal battle continues

An FTC judge ruled that the text selecting functionality Samsung uses on several devices infringed on an Apple patent.

There’s still hope! Nokia Windows 8 tablet may still be in development

After months of rumors and speculation, it looks like the Nokia Windows 8 tablet may still be a possibility.

Study shows decline in PC sales is here to stay, and it’s your phone’s fault

A new study released by research firm Gartner declares that the decline in sales of PCs has no end in sight.

Is Microsoft working on its own version of Google Glass? Source says ‘Yes’

According to a new rumor, Microsoft may be looking to take on Google, with its own version of Glass.
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iPhone sales continue to grow while Samsung and Android slows down

A new study from comScore shows that iPhone sales continue to rise, while Samsung and other Android devices have begun to slow.

The iPad is officially a piece of art

A new art installation incorporates iPads in a creative way and helps to teach people in an interactive way.

Will budget-conscious shoppers hurt iPhone and Galaxy S4 sales?

The CEO of France Telecom says that high-end smartphone sales will suffer as consumers seek out more affordable options.
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Apple lands patent for street view maps that let you virtually enter buildings

Apple landed a patent today which shows plans to implement its own street view for the company's ever-improving maps.

ID, please. Apple adds age ratings to its App Store

Apple recently added age ratings to each of the apps listed in its App Store.
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Facebook Home FAQ: Everything You Need to Know

At a press conference today, Mark Zuckerberg and his Facebook colleagues revealed the company's latest innovation: Home.

Best Buy is selling the iPad 3 for $314 – Is it making room for a new model?

Electronics retailer Best Buy announced that it is now offering 30 percent on all models of its 3rd generation iPad inventory.

Want a free phone? Verizon’s LG Lucid 2 hits stores today

Verizon announced that, beginning Thursday, April 4, online sales for its new Lucid 2 phone will begin, and users signing a two-year contract will get it for free.

LG launches pocket-sized photo printer

LG debuted a pocket-sized photo printer in the UK today.

New BlackBerry mobile site lets Android and iOS users experience BB 10

BlackBerry has developed a new mobile site to give potential customers a preview of the BB 10 interface.
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Who wants a Facebook phone? Survey says: almost no one

A new survey showed that, among those questioned, the majority said they had no interest in a Facebook phone.

Happy Birthday! The first mobile call was made 40 years ago

The first-ever mobile phone call was made 40 years ago today.