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Lenovo quietly unveils the Vibe C2, but is it this year’s Moto E?

Lenovo quietly unveiled the Vibe C2, the company's latest budget phone, for launch in Russia.
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Take a look at Kensington’s new docks that fully embrace USB Type-C

Kensington is out with a new suite of docks that embrace the up-and-coming USB port -- Type C. Type C delivers more power which means faster charging.
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Google’s Hands Free app lets you keep your phone in the pocket at the cashier

Google has started looking past Android Pay with the launch of Hands Free, an app that lets you keep your phone in your pocket at the cashier.
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Every room in this NYC hotel will come with an iPad and wireless charging mat

Hotel Grand Union New York is a new hotel will include an iPad in every room, as well as wireless charging technology, thanks to Fli Charge.
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Copperhead is selling Google's Nexus devices with its pre-installed secure OS

CopperheadOS is a custom operating system based on Android, and it offers a more secure environment, You can buy Nexus devices with the OS pre-installed.
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Download these apps to capture Pokémon, tweetstorm, and more

Every week we hunt for various apps you can enjoy -- you've probably heard of the number one app of the week though. Check out some of our other top picks.
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Yes, it’s popular, but is ‘Pokémon Go’ even a video game? We debate

Sometimes, we here at Digital Trends have strong opinions. This debate revolves around the app, Pokémon Go, which writer Mike Epstein says is not a game.
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Here’s why you should not type in a PIN while wearing a wearable

A new research paper details how easy it is for attackers to decipher your PIN if you enter it via a wearable like a smartwatch.
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Walmart Pay is here to enhance your Walmart shopping experience

The mobile payments ecosystem is booming with companies like Samsung, Apple, and Google pushing their own payment systems. The newest participant? Walmart.
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Verizon now lets you carry over data, and gives you more at a higher cost

You can finally carry over data thanks to Verizon's newly revamped My Verizon app. You'll also find new data plans, with new prices as well.
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Huawei's lawsuit targets T-Mobile for alleged unlicensed use of 4G patents

First Huawei sued Samsung, and now the Chinese company is suing T-Mobile. Both lawsuits involve alleged patent infringements.
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Want free Wi-Fi access for six months? Download Boingo's app via Amazon Underground

If you download Boingo's app via Amazon Underground, you'll get a six-month subscription to Boingo's Wi-Fi ho tspots around the country.
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Visa and Swatch bring yet another contact-less payment option to Rio for the Olympics

Swatch has finally introduced its first smartwatch. The Swatch Bellamy is an NFC-powered watch that will be available in Brazil ahead of the Rio Olympics.
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Silent Circle pulls its warrant canary, says it’s a ‘business decision’

Silent Circle has removed its warrant canary, but the company says that doesn't mean it has received a warrant for user data.
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Samsung rolls out the budget-friendly Galaxy Wide smartphone in South Korea

Samsung is out with another budget smartphone -- this time it seems as though the company took inspiration from itself via another budget device.
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Cook under Gordon Ramsay, and check out these apps of the week

Enjoying the long weekend? Check out these five great apps during your spare time. This week we've got an app that's the ultimate guide for DIY projects.
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Olloclip’s addition for Otterbox’s modular case easily switches between 4 lenses

Olloclip was at CE Week 2016 this year, and we stopped by to take a look at its new 4-in-1 lens designed for Otterbox's modular Universe Case.
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The next Android flavor from Google is Nougat

Google has long been teasing Android N's potential name to be Nutella, but you can say goodbye to the chocolate spread as Nougat has taken the cake.
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Google’s background search gets you answers despite your shoddy connection

Got a spotty connection? Running a Google search might lead you nowhere, especially when your connection is severed. Google is trying to help.
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Google Chrome's 'VR Shell' would let you view any website in virtual reality

Google's upcoming Daydream platform wants to keep you in virtual reality even in Chrome.

Dell discontinuing Venue series, will no longer make Android tablets

Say goodbye to the Dell Venue series. The company will no longer be selling or supporting the Android tablets.
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Would you buy a smartphone with baked in ads, if it meant a lower price?

Amazon is selling the new Moto G4 and Blu's R1 HD at a discount with ads on the lockscreen and apps. It sets a dangerous precedent for unlocked phones.
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Fan-made website shows how powerful ‘OK Google’ really is

How many "OK Google" commands can you think of off the top of your head? Having some trouble? Bookmark this site, which offers an extensive list.
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Amazon Prime member? The Moto G4 and Blu’s R1 HD are super cheap, but they’ll ship with ads

Amazon is bringing down the price of two new Android handsets that haven't been released yet: the Moto G4 and the Blu R1 HD.
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Google greatly expands its targeted ads, but thankfully it’s opt-in

You may be seeing a prompt from your Google account soon -- it's to ask if you want to opt-in for a new targeted-advertising feature.
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Casio Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10 review

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Wileyfox’s Spark series offers more budget Android options for the European market

Wileyfox is out with 3 devices under a new series called Spark. The the Spark, the Spark Plus, and the Spark X are all budget devices with low-end specs.
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Encrypted messaging app Wire now lets you share your location with contacts

Encrypted messaging app Wire, backed by Skype co-founder Janus Friis, now lets you share your location.
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Parking and traffic problems could soon be alleviated with Sidewalk Labs' Flow

Flow is a tool built by Sidewalk Labs, a startup owned by Alphabet, Inc. Documents show that Sidewalk Labs has proposed the tool to Columbus, Ohio,
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Google’s Project Bloks looks to build new way for kids to learn programming

Google has unveiled a new open hardware platform to help teach kids how to program and code. Project Bloks is for developers, designers and researchers.
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The first Google Phone could arrive at the end of 2016

We could see the first Google phone by the end of this year. Unlike Nexus phones, it would be built from the ground up by the search giant.
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Android N’s navigation buttons could get a face-lift

Google may be saving some design changes in Android N for the final developer preview, or even the official release.
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Android N's Freeform desktop mode won't be enabled on the Nexus 9 or on the Pixel C

In a strange move, an Android Developer Advocate says Android N's Freeform Mode won't be enabled in the Pixel C or in Nexus devices.
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How Apple learns about you without identifying you using ‘differential privacy’

Apple unveiled a technique it is implementing in iOS 10 to boost user privacy when gathering data -- differential privacy.