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Apple, Google, and others are defying gov’ts to tell us when we’re being spied on

Policy alterations taking place at several major technology companies mean in the future, they will inform more customers about government and law enforcement requests for your private data.
Mobile News
PaperFold Call

The PaperFold could be the folding, modular, multi-screen future of smartphones

The PaperFold is a prototype smartphone which can either have a single, double, or triple screen layout, depending on your needs. Once connected, the screens adapt to the apps being used, increasing functionality.
Mobile News
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Samsung wants to talk about your health before Apple does

Samsung has called the press to an event in San Francisco, where it wants to talk about health. The specifics of the conversation aren't mentioned, but the timing may be more to do with one-upping Apple than launching new products.
Mobile News

These sunglasses connect to your phone, so don’t ever forget them again

Tzukuri may have solved that annoying problem of losing your sunglasses. By inserting an iBeacon chip inside its new frames, these specs connect to your iPhone and will alert you if they get left behind.
Mobile News
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Motorola teases a new smartphone that’s made to last, and priced for everyone

Motorola has announced a press event for May 13 in London. The invitation confirms we'll be introduced to a new smartphone, and intriguingly, says that it'll be made to last, and priced for all.
Mobile News
OnePlus One

OnePlus One: Sales start in May, wider availability expected in late June (Updated)

OnePlus, the company started by a former Oppo vice president, has launched its first smartphone. It's called the OnePlus One, and has been designed to be the very best smartphone possible.
Mobile News
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Acer’s Liquid Jade phone will come with a mysterious companion wristband

Acer has revealed a new 7-inch tablet that's also a phone at a press event in New York, and teased a new smartphone called the Liquid Jade, which will come with its own Liquid Leap companion wristband.
Mobile News
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Lenovo and LG could be the smartphone firms to watch in 2014

The latest 2014 smartphone marketshare figures show Lenovo is a company to watch over the coming year, and by using its own data, LG is also on the move. Neither will challenge Samsung or Apple yet, by Huawei needs to watch out.
Mobile News
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Nokia gets a new CEO and new hopes, Microsoft gets a poorly performing smartphone business

Following the closure of the deal to sell its devices division to Microsoft, Nokia has announced a new CEO, Rajeev Suri. It has also revealed its last smartphone financial figures, and the news isn't good for the new owners.
Mobile News
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Microsoft now owns Nokia, but with a few changes to the original plan (Updated)

It's a month behind schedule, but Microsoft has confirmed it will close the deal to acquire Nokia's Devices division on April 25. It has also announced a few changes to the original agreement.
Mobile News
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Nokia to take selfies seriously with next Windows Phone, codename Superman

A rumor indicates Microsoft may be working on a new smartphone, codename Superman, which will feature a 5-megapixel front camera. This would make it the most powerful selfie cam we've seen on a Windows Phone device.
Mobile News
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Legislation to introduce smartphone kill switch struck down in California

Legislation which would force smartphone manufacturers to install a mandatory kill switch, which would render the phone useless in the event of a theft, has failed to pass in California.
Mobile News
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How to pre-order a Galaxy S5, Gear 2, or Gear Fit at all major U.S. networks (Updated)

AT&T is ready to open its order books on March 21 for the Galaxy S5, and the Gear 2 smartwatch, plus the Gear 2 Neo and Gear Fit. The new phone is priced at $200 with a two-year contract.
Mobile Guides
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Samsung returns to Windows Phone, launches the Ativ SE through Verizon

Samsung has launched the Ativ SE Windows Phone device exclusively with the Verizon network, where the 5-inch, quad-core phone will do battle with the excellent Nokia Lumia Icon.
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HTC One M8

HTC One M8: Latest software update adds Extreme Power Saving mode (Updated)

The countdown is on for the announcement of HTC's new flagship phone. Originally leaked as the HTC M8, it may end up being called the One+, and here's everything we think we know about the device so far.
Mobile News
Japan Display 10.1 4K Screen

This 10.1-inch, 4K resolution screen eats the same amount of energy as a lower-res panel

Japan Display has announced a 10.1-inch screen with a massive 3840 x 2160 pixel resolution, which qualifies as 4K. Thanks to some clever tech, the screen doesn't consume any more power than a lower resolution panel.
Tablets Mobile
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Samsung’s Galaxy Mega phones may be about to get ridiculously large

A leak may have given us a preview of where Samsung is headed with its Galaxy Mega range. The device is known as the SM-T2558, and although it has a 7-inch display, seems to be a smartphone, not a tablet.
Mobile
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Sony jazzes up the SmartWatch 2 with metal strap and new software update

Sony has announced two new strap styles for its SmartWatch 2, one in the colors of the Brazilian flag, and the other with a cool stainless steel metal look. The two new models are accompanied by a software update.
Mobile News
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Samsung adds portrait mode to Gear Fit in pre-release software update

Samsung is sending out a pre-release software update to the Gear Fit, its new fitness wristband which goes on sale later this week, that changes the screen orientation from landscape to portrait.
Mobile News
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Nokia may be renamed Microsoft Mobile once deal closes

A leaked letter, supposedly from Nokia to its business partners, suggests the Nokia name will be replaced by Microsoft Mobile once the forthcoming sale closes at the end of this month.
Mobile News

10 breakthroughs that will greatly improve phone batteries

When your phone runs out of power at exactly the wrong moment, it may seem like the battery is one part of the device which isn't getting any better. Don't worry, it is, and here's a roundup of what the future holds.
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Samsung offers free ebooks through new Galaxy-only Kindle app (Updated)

Samsung and Amazon have signed a deal to release a dedicated Kindle book store app for owners of the Galaxy S5 and other Galaxy devices, which offers the chance to download 12 books for free in the first year.
Mobile News
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HTC camera expert teases optical zoom and improved UltraPixel camera for future phones

HTC's imaging specialist has said in an interview we should look out for major advances in camera phones from the company over the next year, including the possible introduction of an optical zoom, and an improved UltraPixel camera.
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Verizon launches the LG Lucid 3, a 4G LTE smartphone which won’t cost you anything

Verizon has introduced the LG Lucid 3, it's latest mid-range Android smartphone which will connect to its 4G LTE network. Best of all, if you don't mind signing up for two years, the Lucid 3 can be yours for free.
Mobile News
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HTC wants some of Samsung’s Galaxy magic, recruits former marketing star to help

HTC is once again looking to turn its fortunes around using a strong marketing campaign. This time, it has reportedly brought the man behind Samsung's Galaxy brand onboard to help it do so.
Mobile News
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Samsung executive claims the first Tizen phone will launch before July

A Samsung executive has said in an interview the company will launch the first Tizen-powered smartphone before the end of June. It has also switched strategies with the new OS, and will push it in markets where Samsung is already popular.
Mobile News
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When did tech get so political? Let’s stop ousting executives

Lately, tech has gotten really political. One major executive has resigned from Mozilla because of his views on gay marriage, and a Dropbox board member is now under fire for her past. Is this the new reality?
Mobile News
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Report claims Sony’s Xperia Z2 smartphone may face months of delays

A report has indicated Sony may be facing extended delays in getting the new Xperia Z2 smartphone on sale, thanks to problems procuring certain components. It's speculated the supplies may not stabilize for months.
Mobile News
Afterguard Recon

These smart specs are like Google Glass for sailors

These cool smart glasses are specifically designed for sailors and competitive yachting, providing crucial data all the time, right in front of your eyes. However, like everything to do with yachts, the Afterguard Recon is expensive.
Mobile News
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Undercover reporters show how easy it is for thieves to sell stolen phones

An undercover report by the BBC has shown how easy it is for criminals to sell on obviously stolen mobile phones. Additionally, blocked IMEI numbers may not put off the more resourceful thief either.
Mobile News
Ubuntu Mobile Welcome 2

Slick Ubuntu Mobile OS previewed again, but we’re still waiting for a release date

A video has been released showing the new Ubuntu Mobile operating system running on a Meizu smartphone. The Chinese smartphone brand is one of Canonical's hardware partners, and it'll launch its first Ubuntu Mobile device later this year.
Mobile News
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World’s highest resolution, 5.7-inch AMOLED touchscreen boasts 2,560 x 1,440 pixels

AU Optronics has announced the world's highest resolution, 5.7-inch AMOLED touchscreen - boasting a whopping 2560 x 1440 pixel count - and confirmed its intention to produce smaller screens for smartwatches.
Mobile News

These early Firefox OS 2.0 screenshots look awesome, but very familiar

A Mozilla representative has published some early screenshots of Firefox OS version 2.0, giving us a glimpse of a complete redesign, which appears to have taken some inspiration from Apple's iOS 7.
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This iPhone case, which looks like a giant isopod, is sure to terrify everyone you meet

Sick of iPhone cases which look like rabbits, or have sparkly glitter on them? How about this terrifying iPhone case from Japan, modeled after a giant isopod? Just don't show the kids at bed time.
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Analog gets smart in Box Clever’s OLED-powered Span watch concept

Many tech fans are looking forward to getting their hands on the Moto 360 smartwatch, but this concept watch, called the Span, could out-cool Motorola's gadget should it ever make it through to production.
Wearables Emerging Tech
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Analyst’s product roadmap predicts two iPhone models in Apple’s near future

An analyst has produced a roadmap showing what he believes is Apple's new product launch plans for the coming year, and they include a pair of new iPhone devices, updated iPad tablets, and two sizes of iWatch.
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The Nex Band is a smart wristband that hopes to be the next Pokemon

The Nex Band is a wearable wristband for younger tech fans, and introduces the concept of Mods. These are high-tech charms which fit to the band to increase its functionality, but can also be collected and swapped with friends.
Mobile News
The LG G Watch

LG’s G Watch tipped for July launch in the UK, could be followed by a round version

New details on LG's G Watch have been revealed in the UK, indicating the smartwatch will go on sale in July at a price of less than £180/$300. In the future, the firm may offer a round version too.
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