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Hidden feature on flagship devices will give Sprint customers boost in data speed

Sprint is working on a secret data boost for your phone -- a feature that it will turn on for customers through an over-the-air update early next year.
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Apple joins with Goldwind to bring solar energy to suppliers in China

Apple has made a number of moves to run on renewable energy in the U.S., but the company has now also inked a deal to bring renewable energy to suppliers.
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Google is experimenting with rating movies and shows within its search engine

Google wants to make rating movies and TV shows a little easier -- the company is testing the ability to rate movies and shows straight from search.
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Apple launches iOS 10.2, featuring new TV app and Music app UI tweaks

Apple has launched iOS 10.2, bringing a number of new features to users, including the addition of the new TV app.
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Apple is now showing third-party repair stores on its online support website

Apple updated its online support site to now show third-party repair shops -- something that should help customers get repairs sooner.
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Cortana app for Android and iOS is getting a pretty major refresh

Microsoft is finally bringing the Cortana app to the U.K., allowing both Android and iOS users to take advantage of the digital assistant.
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Turn your MacBook Pro's Touch Bar into a piano with this app

The new MacBook Pro's TouchBar has been a controversial addition, but it seems like some creators are getting a kick out of it.
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Pebble acquisition could help Fitbit build a successful smartwatch

Fitbit recently announced its acquisition of Pebble, and while it claims that's to get Pebble's software, all signs point to a Fitbit smartwatch.
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'Magic Minute Project' uses Android Wear to show what time means for all of us

Google is trying to promote Android Wear, and its latest attempt at this is the "Magic Minute Project," which shows "what time means" to a range of people.
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'Mobile Strike' Super Bowl spot with Arnold Schwarzenegger top YouTube ad of 2016

YouTube has released its most viewed ads of 2016, showing some pretty interesting trends. The top ad? The Arnold Schwarzenegger-starring Mobile Strike ad.
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Not much to like: Facebook’s year-in-review list proves 2016 was the worst

Facebook released its annual year-in-review list, which basically shows what the top trending topics were during the year.
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Verizon gives customers free calls, texts to Indonesia in wake of deadly quake

Verizon is offering customers free calls and texts to Indonesia following a deadly earthquake in the country on December 7.
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Apple announces its Best of 2016 lists; Prisma named top iPhone app

Apple released its Best of 2016 lists, showing off the top consumed apps, movies, music, and so on for the year.
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Microsoft makes another attempt with a chatbot, launches Zo on Kik messaging app

Microsoft didn't end its chatbot attempts after the Tay disaster -- the company has launched a new chatbot on messaging app Kik.
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Too much air apparently not a good thing for Apple iPhone 6 batteries

According to Apple, the iPhone 6S battery issues are related to a manufacturing problem that occurred when the batteries were exposed to too much air.
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Google cut down app update sizes by 65 percent — but there is a catch

Google managed to find a way to cut app update sizes by 65 percent -- but the new update method is much harder for a phone to process.
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Apple Watch sales aren’t doing so hot — but CEO Tim Cook’s not worried

According to the IDC, sales of the Apple Watch may be suffering more than previously thought. In fact, they may be down 70 percent.
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WhatsApp update now lets you stream a video before it finishes downloading

WhatsApp has added a new feature to its app -- the ability to watch a video before that video finishes downloading.
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In hot pursuit of Verizon, AT&T begins testing 5G technology in Austin, Texas

AT&T is in hot pursuit of Verizon, and has announced that it has begun testing 5G technology in Texas.
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No phone necessary: Runkeeper’s app now uses Apple Watch’s built-in GPS

Runkeeper has updated its Apple Watch app to now use the Apple Watch Series 2's built-in GPS, meaning you can leave your iPhone behind while you run.
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The Lenovo Moto Z could be getting a Google Project Tango mod

It looks like Lenovo isn't done with Google's Project Tango yet -- according to CEO of the Lenovo-owned Motorola, the Moto Z could get a Project Tango mod.
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The Meizu Pro 6 Plus could be the Note 7 replacement we've been waiting for

Meizu is looking to fill the Galaxy Note 7-sized hole in the market, and has launched a new device equipped with Samsung's Exynos 8890 processor.
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BumpOut portable speaker expands to improve audio quality from your phone

An Indiegogo campaign has been started for a new portable speaker called BumpOut, which expands when you need to improve audio quality.

Google is testing a new version of Inbox that may include Assistant integration

According to recent reports, Google may be working to integrate Assistant into Google Inbox, its email app aimed at making emails act like a to-do list.
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Samsung’s new augmented reality app urges surf safety at Australia’s beaches

Samsung has launched a new app in partnership with Surf Life Saving Australia that essentially combines augmented reality and beach safety.
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Facebook Messenger ups its game, lets users play ‘Pac-Man,’ more with friends

Facebook has launched a new feature inside Facebook Messenger -- Instant Games. Now you can compete against your friends in a variety of mobile games.
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Google Pixel XL vs OnePlus 3T: How do 2016’s best phones compare?

OnePlus has released its latest flagship killer, the OnePlus 3T. But can the phone beat out what many believe to be the best Android phone on the market?
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Struggling Samsung won’t split in two, but it’s throwing investors a bone

Samsung has announced a new shareholder return plan amid calls to split in two -- and while it's not splitting yet, it is keeping the option open.
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T-Mobile’s Cyber Monday deal may be one of the best iPhone 7 promotions yet

T-Mobile's Cyber Monday deal may be one of the best around -- the company is offering the 128GB version of the iPhone 7 for the price of the 32GB model.
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Some iPhones experience reduced battery life following iOS 10.1.1 update

It looks like Apple is experiencing yet another buggy iOS update -- iOS 10.1.1 is apparently causing some users to experience a reduced battery life.
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Apple's diversity numbers stagnate, with top jobs filled primarily by white men

According to the latest numbers, Apple's executives have largely remained white and male over the past year.
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Apple Music will crank up the tunes for users of Ola's ridesharing service in India

Apple and Ola have partnered up to bring Apple Music to the Ola ridesharing service. Customers will be able to control the in-car music with a tablet.
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Microsoft is working on the 'ultimate mobile device,' says CEO Satya Nadella

According to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, the company isn't done with smartphones just yet -- in fact, it's next attempts could be better than ever.
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Hermes is releasing a limited edition Apple Watch band on Thanksgiving

Hermes will be launching a new Apple Watch band on Thursday, according to a report from Vogue.

New label will tell you if SD cards are powerful enough to run apps

A new label is being implemented by the SD Association for your SD cards -- a label that will tell you if the card is powerful enough to run apps.
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The Spinn coffee maker is high-tech, mess-free, and available for pre-order

The ultra-futuristic Spinn coffee maker not only makes your coffee when you want and the way you want it, but it does it without making a mess.
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Charge your phone in seconds, use it for days? A new battery may make it possible

Wish you could charge your phone in only a few seconds and have it last for days on end? This new battery technology could help make that happen.
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Samsung may follow Apple’s lead and release a glossy black Galaxy S7

It looks like Samsung may be following Apple's lead -- reports have surfaced indicating that the company will launch a glossy black Galaxy S7.