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What the forecast

‘What the Forecast?!!’ is the honest weather app you didn’t think you needed

What the Forecast?!! is a weather app that greets you with a brutally honest description of how the weather really feels outside.
SkinScanner

Neutrogena and FitSkin’s new tools examine your skin with the help of an iPhone

Both the Neutrogena Skin360 app and SkinScanner will help identify which skin care products to use and the correct routine to implement.
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iPhone X beats Samsung’s Note 8 and 7 Edge in OLED display burn-in test

Korean tech site Cetizen tested the iPhone X against Samsung Galaxy devices to measure how long it takes to show burn-in effects.
Animoji

Meet Apple’s Animoji, custom-animated 3D messages for iOS 11

With Animoji for iMessage on iOS 11, facial recognition will allow you to control emojis using your own facial expressions.
NORAD

Keep an eye on Santa with the NORAD Tracks Santa app

This Christmas, you can keep an eye out for Santa on your smartphone -- with the NORAD Tracks Santa app for iOS and Android.
Cuphead guide

Impressive ‘Cuphead’ iOS game is actually an elaborate scam

An iOS version of the platformer game Cuphead, found its way onto the App Store. The app was taken down after it was confirmed to be scam.
NYX Cosmetics

NYX Professional Makeup brings virtual reality makeup tutorial to select stores

NYX Professional Makeup has officially rolled out its virtual reality makeup tutorial with Samsung Gear VR in select stores.
Google Appsperiments

Google’s new photography apps give your photos and videos a quirky touch

Google released three new apps built for mobile photography. We gave each one a test run to see if they're worth using. 
Chase

Chase will soon offer cashback rewards for cardholders using mobile pay

For the first time, Chase Freedom will offer cash back rewards for cardholders who use Chase Pay, Android Pay, Samsung Pay, and Apple Pay.
net neutrality

Here’s how tech influencers reacted to the FCC’s net neutrality repeal

The FCC officially voted to reverse net neutrality regulations. Here's how tech giants and those on social media reacted to the decision.
Tinder

Tinder tests new ‘Feed’ feature, providing real-time updates on matches

Tinder is testing a new feature called "Feed," which allows you to see what your matches are up to in real-time.
Ritual

Order-ahead app Ritual wants to make lunch breaks easier, launches nationwide

Using the Ritual app, you can skip the line by ordering ahead for takeout without having to pay extra fees.
Reigns: Her Majesty

‘Reigns: Her Majesty’ lets you rule as Queen and slyly addresses gender roles

With Reigns: Her Majesty, you get to make important decisions that could alter your dynasty and your reputation on the throne as Queen.
Onyx

Orion Labs partners with IFTTT, makes the Onyx far more productive

Onyx users will now be able to link voice-driven apps to their devices through IFTTT, helping them stay productive even while on the go.
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Target gives shoppers a new way to pay with ‘Wallet,’ its mobile payment system

Target has officially rolled out Wallet -- its mobile payment solution. Customers can now check out in-store using their smartphone.
Jellies

Jellies makes YouTube safe for kids, allows parents to curate content

Jellies -- Safe Kids Videos is an app available for iOS, that provides a safer way to watch YouTube videos on a mobile device.
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What everyone’s saying about the FCC’s net neutrality plan (in GIF form)

Companies have quite a bit to say about the FCC's recent net neutrality proposal. Here are reactions mixed in with their GIF equivalents.
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iPhone X reportedly assembled with illegal student labor at Foxconn plant

Foxconn is currently under fire after reportedly violating China's overtime law after hiring high-school students to assemble the iPhone X.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp

Commune with nature in ‘Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp’ for mobile

'Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp' is officially out for both iOS and Android. This time around, players become one with nature.
Facebook Pages

Facebook launches ‘disaster maps’ to provide vital data in the midst of a crisis

In an effort to help relief organizations, Facebook announced the release of disaster maps that provides live data in the midst of a crisis.
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Americans are more satisfied with Apple’s iPhone SE than its larger-screen rivals

While larger screens seem to be dominating the smartphone market, the iPhone SE took first place in the Annual Customer Satisfaction Index.
Oh She Glows

Oh She Glows is the most stunning recipe app you’ll ever see

Oh She Glows is an an app that will bring out the foodie in you -- just in time for those Instagram-worthy holiday photos.
Facebook Local

With Facebook Local, you’ll never have that fear of missing out

With Facebook Local, you can easily find public events under all types of categories. The stand-alone app is your guide to events around you.
Sprint Hulu subscription

Sprint wants to pull you in with free Hulu under its unlimited data plan

Under Sprint's unlimited plan, both new and existing customers will have free access to Hulu starting November 17.
Verizon ZenFone V Live

Want to look awesome while live-streaming? The Asus ZenFone V Live can help

Asus released an addition to its ZenFone lineup. The Verizon-exclusive ZenFone V Live has a built-in beautification tool for live-streaming.
iPhone X

Face ID fooled again: Kid unlocks mom’s iPhone X using his own face

Apple reassured users that Face ID was secure. But a recent video has surfaced showing a 10-year-old unlocking his mother's iPhone X.
ARKit apps

9 ARKit apps to try on your iPhone or iPad using iOS 11

ARKit is now available for those using iOS 11. To help get you started, we've rounded up some of the more engaging ARKit apps in existence.
T-Mobile Revvl Plus

T-Mobile doubles down on Revvl smartphone, intros pumped-up Revvl Plus

T-Mobile has announced a second smartphone in its lineup of TCL-own Alcatel devices. It's called the Revvl Plus, and it costs $200.
Moto Z3

Motorola doubles up as U.S. smartphone shipments dip 2 percent overall

While U.S. smartphone shipments fell two percent in the third-quarter of 2017, Motorola doubled its own shipments since last year.
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Google Assistant now lets you subscribe daily to news briefings, weather, facts, and more

Google Assistant's latest feature allows you to receive a variety of updates each day. You can subscribe to weather, fun facts, and more.
Trips By Lonely Planet

Trips by Lonely Planet might turn you into a travel junkie

Trips by Lonely Planet -- available for iOS -- is an app that allows you to share your travel experiences in magazine-like form.
Apple iPhone X Review

How annoying is the camera notch while using the iPhone X?

We liked the look of the notch while using the iPhone X. But for some, the break in immersion when using specific apps is distracting.
emoji

Apple releases iOS 11.1 with new emojis, bug fixes, and more

iOS 11.1, the update to Apple's iOS 11, is officially available and includes new emojis recently approved for the Unicode 10 standard.
Spokata

Text-to-speech app Spokata keeps you informed while multitasking

Spokata -- available for iOS -- uses text-to-speech to provide you with short but factual summaries of real-time news.
Grovemade Wireless Charging Pad

Grovemade unveils a beautiful new Wireless Charging Pad

Grovemade added a wireless charging pad to its lineup -- made of stainless steel and soft, natural, hand-sanded cork.
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Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab A is designed for everyone in the family

Samsung announced it's latest tablet -- the Galaxy Tab A (2017). The device has a refined, family-friendly design meant for everyday use.
Ebay Charity App

Image Search and Find It On eBay features are now available on eBay mobile app

The eBay mobile app has added two new features -- Image Search and Find It On eBay -- where users can search for items using pictures.
Fynd

Keep an eye on your pet or child with Fynd, the 4G LTE tracking device

Fynd is a tracking device that runs on 4G LTE. Most Bluetooth trackers don't work beyond 100 feet but Fynd has unlimited nationwide range.