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5 cool new 360-degree cameras that will turn your head

Recording and sharing 360 degree images and video is growing in popularity, so we found 5 of the best new devices for doing so at MWC 2017.
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Size isn't everything: The latest phones keep you watching by using big-screen TV tech

The LG G6 and the Sony XZ Premium are blazing a trail in the mobile industry by incorporating the latest big-screen TV tech.
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Here are the flat-out craziest virtual reality demos we saw at Mobile World Congress

You might not think of VR as phone tech, but it was out in full force at Mobile World Congress. We sought out the best the show had to offer.
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MWC 2017 Trends: Waterproof phones are in, wearables are out, and nostalgia is king

MWC sets the trends for the mobile world each year, and this year, we saw five big trends emerging: waterproof phones, nostalgia, and more.
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DT Daily MWC 2017: VR rides, Google’s Android Garden, and a LG G6 vs. Huawei P10 shootout

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Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler blasts his replacement, supports net neutrality

Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler recently joined the board of IoT firm Actility. He sat down with Digital Trends to talk about it.
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Google confirms new Pixel-branded Chromebooks are not on the company’s roadmap

Google's Rick Osterloh said in a special meeting during Mobile World Congress that there are no plans for a new Pixel-branded Chromebook.
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6 quirky, fun Chinese phones we found at MWC 2017

We always enjoy checking out some of the phones announced at MWC that don't always get the attention they deserve.
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Mymanu’s Clik earbuds instantly translate between 37 languages — even offline

The Clik, wireless earbuds from Manchester-based startup Mymanu, can translate between 37 languages offline, in real time.
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LG G6 vs. iPhone 7 Plus: How does the hottest new Android compare to Apple’s best?

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‘Snake’ isn’t the only game you can play on the nostalgia-heavy Nokia 3310

While it may be the most popular, Snake isn't the only game you can play on HMD Global's Nokia 3310. We've spotted four more.
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The best phone accessories at MWC: Tiny chargers, 360-degree cams, and more

Behold our favorite mobile accessories from MWC 2017, from a wallet-sized phone charger to a programmable pixel art Bluetooth speaker.
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DT Daily MWC 2017: Top Tech awards, Snake on the Nokia 3310, and more

It's day three of Mobile World Congress, and the day Digital Trends presented its awards for the best products revealed at the show.
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Line, Naver launch “Clova,” their attempt at bringing Alexa-type tech to Asia

Line and Naver have announced a new personal assistant called Clova that's aimed at taking on the likes of Amazon Alexa in Asia.
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Neura AI collects data from your devices to learn your routine, keep you healthy

Neura AI, an artificial intelligence startup, feeds on data from more than 55 Internet of Things products to build a perfect profile of you.
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OpenSignal’s Meteor app runs internet speed tests, shows how apps will perform

OpenSignal's Meteor app will not only run a speed test on your internet connection, but also tell you what it means.
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Will everyone please shut up about 5G?

There's no agreement about what 5G means and no solid roadmap for when it will arrive. So why is 5G being hyped to high heaven at MWC 2017?
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BlackBerry BBC-100-1 news and rumors

BlackBerry is set to launch yet another smartphone in 2017. The company is reportedly working on the BBC-100-1.
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T-Mobile and Ericsson hope to ditch 2G/3G, switch to gigabit LTE by 2019

At an Ericsson press conference during Mobile World Congress, T-Mobile CTO Neville Ray spoke of T-Mobile's all-LTE future.
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A watched pot never boils, but Meizu just fully charged a phone before our eyes

Chinese smartphone maker Meizu may have taken a big step towards solving the pain of charging a smartphone battery.
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These Smart Stamps validate a concert ticket by stamping your phone

You've heard of stamps, but you've probably never heard of Smart Stamps. They're ink-free stamps that validate digital smartphone tickets.
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The Beoncam is a crazy 360-degree camera you strap onto your wrist

Spacemap's Beoncam isn't your average 360-degree camera. It ships with a wrist strap that doubles as a companion smartphone screen.
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Why the future looks bright for Li-Fi, internet that travels through light

We caught up with PureLiFi at MWC to find out how the technology is developing and when we can expect it in our smartphones.
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This crazy audio software can make your smartphone sound like a Hi-Fi system

Dirac Research, a Swedish audio company, is a veritable pioneer in the areas of VR and smartphone audio. We checked the firm out at MWC.
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KnowRoaming’s virtual SIM technology makes it easier to roam internationally

One of the most annoying things about international travel is getting cheap data. But KnowRoaming makes it easier for ZTE Blade V8 owners.
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DT Daily MWC 2017: A 20-minute phone charge, Gear VR controller, Android One phone

Day two of Mobile World Congress 2017 has come to a close, and the team has been out on the show floor finding more cool technology.
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Android One is back with General Mobile’s GM 6: Our first take

General Mobile unveiled the GM 6, an Android One phone, at MWC. It underscores the need for the Android One program to exist.
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Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 will definitely run Windows 10 later in 2017

Qualcomm has provided some additional details on the upcoming Windows 10 support for its ARM processors, starting with the Snapdragon 835.
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FCC chairman tells MWC crowd that net neutrality blocks tech development

New FCC Chair Ajit Pai blames net neutrality and zero-rating investigations for the tech rollout slowdown, favors 'light-touch regulations.
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Cog Systems took HTC's One A9 and made it almost invulnerable to viruses

Cog Systems, a mobile software security firm, has designed a custom system for the HTC One A9 phone that protects against malicious apps.
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Alcatel’s new Plus 12 Windows 2-in-1 tablet can be your ‘office on the go’

The Alcatel Plus 12 is a Windows 2-in-1 tablet with a detachable keyboard and a twist: Integrated 4G LTE and a built-in Wi-Fi hot spot.
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11 million Asiacell subscribers in Iraq to get free access to Wikipedia

Wikipedia and Asiacell announced a partnership that will see the carrier grant 11 million Iraqi customers free access to Wikipedia.
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Instead of cameras, smart home tech may soon use ultrasound to detect you

Elliptic Labs, which helped Xiaomi's Mi Mix enjoy a near bezel-less display, is unveiling presence-detection technology it calls Inner Peace.
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If a bezel-less future is what you want, let Ulefone’s F1 be your guiding light

Chinese manufacturer Ulefone unveiled the F1, the company's latest smartphone that bears a striking resemblance to Xiaomi's Mi Mix.