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Apple files legal challenge to European Union ruling on Irish tax breaks

Ireland and Apple are fighting back the European Union's efforts to collect $14 billion in back taxes from the iPhone maker.
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Nomad giving away chargers for Pebble devices after Fitbit takeover

Accessory vendor Nomad is offering free chargers for Pebble owners after Pebble announced it was shutting down due to an acquisition by Fitbit.
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Facebook adds group video calling to Messenger

One of Facebook Messenger's most highly requested features -- group video calling -- is finally rolling out now via an update to the app.
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Kik’s group video calling feature adds ‘talking heads’ to conversations

Kik, a popular messaging app with more than 300 million users, has taken an interesting approach with its latest feature -- group video calling.
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Beacon is Uber's solution to helping drivers and passengers connect

Uber's making it easy to spot a ride with a hardware accessory called Beacon, a light fixture drivers can add in their car to signal passengers.
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Santa Phone lets you stealthily figure out what to get your kids for Christmas

Unsure of what present to get your kid this year? Twilio can help with its direct line to Santa's helpers in the North Pole on the Santa Phone.

Lockheimer says Google Assistant will unite ChromeOS and Android

Google Assistant is coming to ChromeOS. It's unsurprising, as Google CEO Sundar Pichai has said the company's vision is to bring Assistant everywhere.
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WatchOS 3.1.1 bricks some Apple Watch devices, update temporarily pulled

Eager to hop on that watchOS update on your Apple Watch? You'll have to wait a little bit more.
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Google’s Year in Search brings you a message of hope

"Love is out there" -- that's Google's mantra in its annual Year in Search compilation, which highlights defining moments in the past 12 months.
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Don’t buy your Google Pixel from Verizon! Here’s why

Google is out with new smartphones, ones that are apparently "Only on Verizon." They're not -- you can use them on any carrier.
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Google rolls out RCS support for Rogers customers in Canada

Google's picking up the pace on its RCS rollout with support for Rogers customers in Canada.
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ZTE Nubia Z11: News, specs, availability, and price

ZTE has finally unveiled the Nubia Z11, offering an edge-to-edge display and excellent specs. It is set to arrive in India on December 14.
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Google brings Gboard search features to Google Keyboard app on Android

A new update to Google Keyboard -- the default keyboard on Nexus, Pixel, and some Android phones -- rebrands its name to Gboard.
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HandL’s new phone case has one ‘butt’ you can grab without getting into trouble

HandL's cases make it easier to grip a phone, but now the company's going even further with a design that closely resembles a derrière.

Google Allo introduces chat themes and can now suggest emojis as you type

Google's relatively new messaging app Allo is helping you prepare for the latest wizarding world film with stickers.
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Neebo, baby's first wearable, monitors health and safety, helps put parents' minds at ease

Wearables are becoming increasingly ubiquitous. You can buy smart rings, wallets, watches -- there's something techie for everyone, including babies.
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Mophie's latest battery case can add some juice to your iPhone 7 — wirelessly

Running out of juice often on your iPhone 7 or 7 Plus? Mophie has a new battery case that can charge wirelessly.
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We’re not to blame for iPhone problems in China, says Apple

Something odd is happening with iPhone 6 and 6S devices in China -- they're randomly shutting down.
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Apple closing in on 500 stores worldwide with new location near Shanghai

Apple will open a new retail store in the suburbs of Shanghai this weekend -- the company's 489th store in China.
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Forget controllers, use your hands: Leap Motion’s tracking tech hits mobile VR

Leap Motion has announced a new sensor that brings its hand-tracking technology to mobile virtual reality.
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The countdown has begun: Google launches its Santa Tracker

Before Santa departs, his elves are keeping busy, and Google is making it easy to see what they're up to with its Santa Tracker service.

Google unveils 'Best of 2016' Google Play winners

Google's giving presents a little early this year -- the company announced the best apps, books, movies, and shows of 2016 on Google Play.
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‘Gooligan’ Android malware affects more than 1 million Google accounts

Your Android phone is likely running an older version. That is not good as a malware 'Gooligan' campaign is affecting more than 1 million Google accounts.

Time for a timeout: Motorola is temporarily shelving its smartwatch portfolio

It may be time to say goodbye to Motorola's Moto 360 smartwatch series -- at least for now.
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Apple sees a dip, but 4G smartphone shipments in 2016 are on the rise

According to the IDC's latest forecasts for smartphone shipments, 2016 may be the "first full year of declining shipments for Apple's iPhone."
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Russia certifies Jolla’s Sailfish OS for government, corporate use

Earlier this year, Russia vowed to reduce its reliance on foreign-made mobile operating systems to 50 percent by 2050.
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Huawei tries to make a splash in the U.S. with the Mate 9, but carriers may foil plans

Huawei is trying to make a splash in the U.S. with high-end flagship smartphones, but the Chinese company isn't receiving a warm welcome thanks to carriers.
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Google quietly renaming Cast branding (yes, again) to 'Chromecast built-in'

Google has been quietly removing mentions of Google Cast. It's replacement? "Chromecast built-in."
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This iPhone case packs 40 high-power LEDs and integrates with the camera's flash

Concepter, the company behind the smart flashlight for your iPhone, has figured out a way to integrate its camera accessory into a case.
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Instagram goes live, adds disappearing photos and videos in Direct feature

Instagram is bringing a feature from its parent company -- live video.
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The HTC 10 Evo is an HTC Bolt without Sprint’s interference

HTC has sent out invitations in Taiwan for an event on November 22, that's likely to bring the debut of a new phone.
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ZTE's new Axon 7 model adds more RAM and storage, but jacks up the price

ZTE is pulling a OnePlus. The company is releasing a slightly improved variant of its 5-month-old Axon 7 smartphone.
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Have an iPhone 7 from Verizon? Apple may be throttling your speeds

iPhone 7 devices using Verizon should be faster than those on AT&T's network, but researchers have found that they perform more or less the same.
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NYC district attorney says smartphones should be ‘answerable to search warrants’

In Manhattan, there are 423 Apple devices that have been lawfully seized since October 2014. NYC is calling for federal regulation for mobile encryption.
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Google's Live Cases for your phone integrate with your Pixel's wallpaper

Enjoying your new Pixel smartphone? If you still haven't gotten a case for it, Google has two new Live Cases that cost $50.
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You can now access the revamped Google Play Newsstand on your browser

Google Play Newsstand finally has a web interface. The app has previously only been available as an Android and iOS app.
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An Android and Chrome OS merger may be in the works

A long-rumored unity between Google's Android and Chrome OS may finally be ready for public eyes.
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Google mixes art and machine learning to create new interactive experiments

Google has been injecting machine learning into some of its products lately, and now it's mixing that technology with art.