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Nokia, Ericsson join Rivada Mercury in bid to build public safety broadband network

Rivada Mercury wants to build a network specifically for public safety -- so that first responders can communicate without a clogged network in emergencies.
Mobile News
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The FBI wants to know your internet browsing history

The FBI is pushing for expanded powers that would allow the agency to demand tech firms to provide user's "electronic communication transactional records."
Web Guides

Launch of Vive, flagship smartphone fail to translate into financial success for HTC

You would think a well-received virtual reality headset and a new flagship smartphone would be enough to get HTC back in the game. That hasn't happened.
Mobile News
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Poor Priv sales could spell the end of BlackBerry’s mobile division

BlackBerry CEO John Chen has said twice that the company would shutter its mobile division if it couldn't turn a profit in 2016.
Mobile News
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Show of gratitude: T-Mobile is giving away stock and free stuff every Tuesday

T-Mobile wants to shake up the wireless industry yet again, this time by offering subscribers weekly freebies and even stock in the company.
Mobile News
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Samsung 837 will hold free concerts every Thursday this summer

Bored on a Thursday in New York City? On the rare occasion that you are, Samsung has got your back with free music concerts every Thursday this summer.
Music News
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OnePlus’ feel-good documentary goes behind the scenes of the OnePlus 2 launch

With just 11 days before the OnePlus 3 is unveiled, OnePlus has released a documentary that goes behind the scenes of its OnePlus 2 launch.
Mobile News
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Google’s ‘Now on Tap’ lets you run searches in real-time via your camera

Google has made Now on Tap more precise -- you can now highlight specific text before you trigger Now on Tap to get more relevant results.
Mobile News
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CEO Sundar Pichai says Google will be ‘more opinionated’ on design process of Nexus phones

Google CEO Sundar Pichai sat down with Recode's Walt Mossberg at Code Conference to discuss projects at Google.
Mobile News
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Google is bringing its Cast technology to Fiber TV Boxes

If you're a Google Fiber TV customer, you'll soon be able to cast content from apps like Netflix and HBO straight to your Fiber TV Box.
Audio / Video News
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Microsoft and Xiaomi are now ‘strategic partners’

In an unexpected partnership, Microsoft has decided to sell 1,500 patents to Xiaomi. In return, Xiaomi will pre-install Microsoft services on its devices.
Mobile News
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Tinder wants to educate UK users on 'Brexit' ahead of European Union referendum

Tinder wants to help people understand the "Brexit" phenomenon ahead of the June 23 referendum on whether the U.K. will part ways with the European Union.
Social Media News
Police surveillance of U.S. citizens' cell phone data has skyrocketed

Court: Law enforcement do not need a warrant to ask carriers for your location

A U.S. Circuit Court has just ruled that law enforcement do not need a warrant to ask carriers for your phone's location.
Mobile News
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Facebook Messenger could emulate Google’s Allo by introducing an ‘encryption mode’

Ever since the Apple vs. FBI showdown, companies are jumping on the encryption train. The latest could be Facebook's Messenger.
Social Media News
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Qualcomm’s second Snapdragon Wear chip Is more efficient

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon Wear 1100, the second chip in its Snapdragon Wear lineup.
Wearables News
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Apple’s next big iPhone update could come in 2017, not 2016

If you were expecting the upcoming fall iPhone to blow you out of the water, think again. Apple may switch its major iPhone cycle to once every three years.
Mobile News
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If you’re quick, you can try out an Honor smartphone free for 60 days

The Honor series is officially coming to the U.S., and leading the way are the Honor 5X and the Z1 fitness band. Both will be available on January 31.
Mobile News
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Best apps of the week: WRIO Keyboard, Flare by GoDaddy, and more

Enjoying the long weekend? We've got apps for you to download, ranging from one to kickstart your ideas, to a chatbot that predicts where you want to eat.
Mobile Products
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FBI director continues to bemoan encryption measures in consumer devices

FBI Director James Comey lamented recently over the increasing number of encrypted devices.
Mobile News
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Jury finds Google's use of Java APIs in Android 'fair use,' dealing blow to Oracle

A jury has ruled that Google's use of 37 Java APIs in its Android operating system falls under "fair use."
Mobile News
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Lenovo: Motorola product transition was 'not successful' in North America

Lenovo has made it clear that its acquisition of Motorola from Google did not go the way it would have liked.
Mobile News
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ZTE jumps on the VR train with a headset for its Daydream-ready Axon 7

ZTE is out with a new smartphone -- the Axon 7. But the company is also jumping on the virtual reality bandwagon with the ZTE VR.
Mobile News
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GoDaddy’s Flare app wants to help get your business idea get off the ground

GoDaddy's Flare app is sort of like a pre-Kickstarter -- for when you need some encouragement from a community to pursue your business idea.
Mobile Features
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Google may turn up heat on carriers, manufacturers over pace of Android updates

Android fragmentation doesn't seem to be getting a whole lot better, and Google may finally be starting to put the pressure on carriers and manufacturers.
Mobile News
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Huawei feels ‘compelled’ to defend its patents after talks with Samsung fail

It seems that Samsung can't catch a break. Huawei is now suing the Korean giant for alleged patent infringement.
Mobile News
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Planning a vacation? Grab two free months of Google Play Music via TripAdvisor

Google is offering up a pretty unique way to sign up for its music streaming service, thanks to an integration with TripAdvisor.
Mobile News
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6 underrated Google projects you may have missed

Google had a busy keynote, with the announcement of Google Home, a VR platform, and more. But here's a look at some cooler projects that were left out.
Mobile Features
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Apple to rehire security expert in wake of showdown with FBI

Apple said its upcoming iPhone and iCloud services would be more secure thanks to its recent FBI showdown. Now, it has rehired security expert Jon Callas.
Mobile News
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U.S. House rejects bill that would have forced carriers to disclose a phone’s location

The Kelsey Smith Act did not pass the House of Representatives. The bill sought to force carriers to give up the location of a phone in emergencies.
Mobile News
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Is your dog feeling ill? Does he need to go potty? Tracy Trackers use AI to tell you

Tracy Trackers aren't your average pet wearable -- the device uses artificial intelligence to monitor your dog's health.
Wearables Features
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OtterBox jumps on the modular train with a stylish iPhone case

OtterBox is doing something different with its new Universe Case System: modules. It still offers protection, but swapping out upgrades is the priority.
Mobile News
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More than 100 tax investigators storm Google’s Paris headquarters

Google's Paris headquarters have been raided by French authorities in connection with an ongoing tax evasion investigation.
Mobile News
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Adonit’s Pixel stylus offers unique features when paired with compatible apps

Adonit has introduced a new stylus that works best when paired with compatible apps via Bluetooth.
Mobile News
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Pebble kickstarts two new smartwatches, plus the screenless Core

Pebble may have recently laid off 25 percent of its workforce, but the company is trying to revive growth with three new devices on Kickstarter.
Wearables News
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