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The amazing $300 Pocophone F1 is so fast, it uses water inside to keep cool

Pocophone is a new smartphone brand and its first phone is the Pocophone F1. It's exciting because not only does it have flagship phone specs, it costs less than most other high-end phones. This is partly due to a partnership between Pocophone and Xiaomi, and also thanks to some clever design decisions.
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Airport’s low-tech solution to digital chaos involves the humble whiteboard

A U.K. airport has suffered a major computer error, caused by data connection problems, which has stopped flight boards from showing crucial passenger information including flight gate numbers. The solution is wonderfully low-tech, proving the old ways of doing things still have a place.
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iPad battery explosion prompts Apple Store evacuation in Amsterdam

An iPad battery exploded in an Apple Store over the weekend, causing breathing issues for staff members, and requiring the fire brigade and an ambulance to attend, though no serious injuries were reported. The incident took place in Amsterdam, and is at least the third such explosion to be reported in 2018.

Crazybaby’s Air 1S true wireless earbuds won’t make you look like a dork

Crazybaby has launched the Air 1S true wireless earbuds, offering considerable connectivity improvements over previous models while retaining the sleek style and supreme comfort. They won't break the bank either. Here's what you need to know about the Crazybaby Air 1S earbuds, and how they sound.
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What do golden retrievers and Samsung Note 9 owners have in common? Loyalty

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Note 9, which it says appeals to very different people to those who would buy the very similar Galaxy S9 Plus. Rumors spread the Note 9 may be the last of its kind, so we spoke to Samsung about the productivity device's future, and what separates buyers.
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Oppo Find X review

Is the Oppo Find X the most beautiful smartphone we’ve ever seen? We think it’s right up there, but because it’s an import-only phone, you’ll have to put in some effort to get one. Is it worth going the extra mile? We’ve been using this design powerhouse to find out if it’s one you should buy.
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Trust us, you need to pay attention to Samsung’s new mobile modem

Samsung has announced the Exynos Modem 5100 chip, which usually would not be very exciting, but this one is different. It's Samsung's first 5G modem that will likely connect future mobile devices to the super-fast, forthcoming new network. The company teases how capable it will be with some high-speed stats.
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Tag Heuer shoots, scores with new Premier League Wear OS watch face

Tag Heuer has released a special, exclusive Wear OS watch face for its Connected Modular smartwatches, celebrating its continued association with England's Premier League. The watch face will provide up-to-date game data, including goals scored, on your favorite teams throughout the 2018-2019 season.
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The best and worst features of Android 9.0 Pie

Android 9.0 Pie is here, and we've been exploring it to find the best and the worst new features. There's plenty to love, from the Digital Wellbeing app and faster updates to some frustrations including the new gesture control system. Here's what we love and hate about Android 9.0 Pie.
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What’s the point of the Note’s S Pen? Samsung needs to find one or kill it

The Galaxy Note 9’s announcement will bring with it another S Pen stylus, a feature only the artistic will get excited about, and the majority of Note owners likely don’t use. Samsung should be embarrassed about its lack of use, and we’re hoping the Note 9’s stylus includes new features for everyone. If not, why bother including it?
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A QR code may change the way we donate money to the homeless

An entrepreneur has developed an app that makes donating money much easier, and more transparent, in a world where carrying cash is becoming less common. Greater Change helps people give money to the homeless, without the need to have cash, and to understand where the money will go.
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When it comes to bringing you a slice, Pizza Hut’s new robot can’t be topped

Pizza Hut has added a robotic staff member to one of its restaurants in South Korea, where it will bring pizza to hungry customers. It's not the first time the chain has worked with robots, and the company that developed the bot has greater plans, seeing the placement as a learning experience for more service robots.
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The EU is pushing for standardized phone chargers again

The European Commission will launch a new investigation into the massive amount of charger waste seen in the region each year, by encouraging manufacturers to use a common phone charger. It has been pushing for change since 2009, but considers the efforts already made unsatisfactory.
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Moto G6 vs Nokia 7 Plus vs Honor 7X camera shootout

Speed is everything when you want to take a photo of a special, unlikely to be repeated situation. However, even if you’re fast enough to capture the moment, the resulting photo needs to live up to expectations. We test the cameras on the Moto G6 against the Nokia 7 Plus and the Honor 7X. Which reasonably priced phone will win the day?
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Fossil’s sexy smartwatches let you watch your heart skip a beat

Fossil has announced two new smartwatches that cure a pain point of older models, by including a heart rate sensor, NFC, GPS, and water resistance. The Q Explorist HR is for larger wrists, while the Q Venture HR is for smaller ones. Here's everything you need to know about Fossil's stylish new wearables.
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LG wants to make sure you know it has a phone with a stylus too

LG has announced the LG Q8, a midrange smartphone with a stylus for taking note and doodling away on the screen. The phone only shares its name with the Q8 from last year, breaking away with a look and a style all of its own. It's actually a version of an existing phone, and here's what you need to know about it.
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Following trailblazer OnePlus, Realme becomes a real smartphone brand

While it's not unusual to hear about a new smartphone company, Realme is worth noting because its path to existence follows another successful and exciting brand quite closely. Realme, like OnePlus, has been founded by a former Oppo vice president, and has already released its first device.
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Google Home too boring? You want Gatebox’s cute virtual character in your life

Do you want to share your life with a virtual character? If so, then your dream is closer to reality due to the impending release of Gatebox. Like Alexa, it will control your smart home; but the character that lives inside the Gatebox has the ability to recognize, interact, and even celebrate with you.
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Honor Note 10: Everything you need to know

The Honor Note 10 has been announced in China, and it's big. We mean really big too -- from the battery to the screen size. It's worth taking a close look, as there is an excellent chance an international version of the phone will come at the end of August. Here's what you need to know about it.
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Dixons Carphone hack exposes 5.9 million cards, 10 million accounts

Mobile retailer Dixons Carphone has admitted a massive data breach which has exposed payment details of 5.9 million people, and the accounts of 10 million. The hack included both U.K. and international card information, but following an investigation, Dixons says no fraudulent activity has been recorded.
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Vivo Nex S review

The Vivo Nex S astonishes with its cutting edge technology, futuristic design, and eye-catching camera. There’s an in-display fingerprint sensor paired with a pop-out camera, which enables a beautiful bezel-less display. You’ll have to work to buy one, as it’s an import only, but if you’re tempted, what’s it like to live with?
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Hear everything: Get the best from the LG G7 ThinQ’s brilliant audio system

Like several LG phones before it, the LG G7 ThinQ has a brilliant audio system. Provided you have the right equipment, and know exactly how to find and use the various settings, the G7 will return a blissful listening experience. Here's our guide on how to get the best from the LG G7 ThinQ's audio.
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What the (Galaxy) F? Samsung leak causes phone-naming confusion

What is the Galaxy F? Samsung may consider naming a future phone the Galaxy F, according to a rumor, and that device may or may not be the foldable phone now known as the Galaxy X. F for foldable. or flexible, see? However, the Galaxy X isn't the only phone Samsung may have in development at the moment.
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Drop it. Smash it. Slam it. Samsung’s unbreakable OLED screen can take it

After submitting a new type of smartphone screen for testing, Samsung Display has revealed its special panel has surpassed toughness standards laid out by the U.S. Department of Defense. Destined for smartphones and other devices in the future, it withstood multiple drops, and even hammer strikes.
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Rebble is exactly what you need if you want to bring your Pebble back to life

Want to bring your Pebble smartwatch back from the dead, after the June 30 official service shutdown? Of course you do, and Rebble is here to help. An unofficial alternative to the now-dead Pebble service, it will help reinstate many of the best features you love about the Pebble watch, even after official support ended.
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Xiaomi Mi A2/Mi A2 Lite: Everything you need to know

Xiaomi has announced not one, but two follow-ups to its Mi A1 smartphone. The Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite are Xiaomi's second phones running Google's Android One software, which replaces MIUI. They also have some clever camera tech to really entice us. Here's everything we know about the Mi A2 and the Mi A2 Lite.
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Eww, gross! See your beating heart for real on this amazing AR T-shirt

Augmented reality is really cool tech, but it takes the right app to highlight its ability. Curiscope's clever Virtuali-Tee is a great example, and thanks to a new app update, it has added something very real to the internal view it already provided. Yes, we said internal view. You have to see this.
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Astell & Kern A&norma SR15 hands-on review

Just look at the Astell & Kern A&norma SR15. The design is about as quirky as they come, and the new angled screen makes it look like no other mobile device out there. Can the sound match the eye-catching looks? We’ve tried it out to see if the updated audio specs make it worth the $700 asking price.
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Xiaomi Mi A2 hands-on review

Xiaomi has announced its second smartphone with Android One installed, the Mi A2, and we’ve had the chance to try it out. Can a phone that costs a third of the Google Pixel 2 really offer a similar software experience, and match it with a great camera and design? Amazingly, in our short time with the phone, this seems to accurately describe the Mi A2. Here’s what it’s like.
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With Dropit’s delivery service, you can literally shop till you drop

Carrying bags full of your purchases home after a hard day's shop is a pain. Dropit is an app that takes this away, and turns retail shopping into a more pleasurable experience, by adding in one of the best things about shopping online -- home delivery. We tried the app out in London.
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Here’s how to get the best from the BlackBerry Key2’s camera

You probably bought the BlackBerry Key2 for its keyboard or security features, but it also has a great dual-lens camera that once you know about its special features, is ready to take some great shots you'll want to share. Here's our guide on getting the best from the BlackBerry Key2's camera.
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Mad Huawei TalkBand is a Bluetooth earpiece worn in the ear, and on your wrist

It has always been a problem knowing where to store your Bluetooth earpiece when it's not in use, as wearing it all the time makes you look silly. Huawei has the answer with the TalkBand B5, the latest in a line of models that combine the Bluetooth earpiece with a wrist-worn fitness tracker.
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Look Ma, no hands! The Horizon watch discards tradition for daring simplicity

Think a watch always have to have hands, or at least a way to tell the precise time? Think again, the Optik Instruments Horizon watch doesn't have any hands, but still manages to provide an at-a-glance time that's precise enough for most of us. We've tried it on, and here's what it's like.
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Your 5G Samsung phone will have a massive amount of RAM

Samsung has successfully developed an 8GB LPDDR5 RAM module for use in future smartphones, and it's designed to help make 5G phones with greater artificial intelligence features a reality, while also being faster and more power efficient. The company will put the RAM into mass production soon.