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KDDI and Wind River deploy new O-RAN 5G technology

Wind River, a leading developer of software that powers 5G mobile infrastructure, is partnering with Japanese telecom provider KDDI to deploy open 5G standards.
Howard University Founders Library.

Samsung and Amdocs deploy private 5G at Howard University

Samsung has partnered with Amdocs to deliver one of the first campus-wide private 5G networks at a major U.S. university.
The rear panel of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra from 2021.

How to watch Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked February 2022 event if you missed it

Samsung's February Unpacked event ushered in 2022 with some groundbreaking new flagship devices. Here's a roundup of everything that was announced.
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Google brings powerful features to Samsung Galaxy S22 and Tab S8

With today's debut of the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab 8, Google is highlighting several powerful new features it’s bringing to Samsung’s latest flagship devices.
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Google Assistant and YouTube Music coming to Galaxy Watch 4

Google is building on its partnership with Samsung to bring new Android communication, productivity, and entertainment features to the Galaxy Watch 4.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 update focuses on holistic wellness

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 fans are getting a treat this week with an update that adds enhanced health and wellness features.
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FCC proposal aims to block ringless spam voicemails

The Federal Communications Commission has tabled a proposal that promises to do even more to stop telemarketers.
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How to choose what your iPhone plays when connecting to your car

Normally your iPhone continues playing where it left off when you jump in the car, but these handy tricks let you play your favorite tunes or nothing at all.
Three iPhone screens showing News, Maps, and Photos being shared using Siri.

How to share what’s on your iPhone’s screen using Siri in iOS 15

The iPhone offers many intuitive ways to share everything from photos to web links, and Siri makes this even easier in iOS 15.
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WhatsApp backups may soon count against Google Drive storage

New evidence found in a beta build of WhatsApp for Android suggests that Google may no longer be offering unlimited storage for WhatsApp backups.
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Ookla speed tests show 5G C-band is already changing the game

New data from Ookla is giving us a good look as to exactly why Verizon and AT&T were in such a hurry to roll out their new C-band 5G spectrum.
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Apple’s iOS 15.3 update fixes critical Safari security bug

Apple has just released iOS 15.3, fixing several critical security issues, including a Safari problem that could leak sensitive personal info.
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How to set up a Digital Legacy Contact in iOS 15.2

In these digitally connected times, we store our most precious memories on our smartphones in the cloud, but what happens to that data after you’ve passed on?
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Apple’s iPhone 14 may be moving to eSIM, but not all at once

Apple could have an iPhone 14 without a physical SIM card as soon as this fall, but most analysts believe this transition won't happen all at once.
Windows PC running Google Play Games.

Google Play Games for Windows PCs rolls out in limited beta

Today, Google is opening sign-ups to begin testing Google Play Games for PC as a beta in three countries: Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
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5G rollout has been a disaster in the U.S. Here’s why

AT&T and Verizon are going live with their new C-band 5G spectrum after weeks of wrangling with the aviation industry and government officials. But what's next?
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T-Mobile’s 5G leads the pack in Ookla’s latest speed report

T-Mobile has once again taken the crown for the fastest and most consistent 5G speeds in the U.S. in Ookla's fourth-quarter market report.
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FAA says 50 U.S. airports won’t get expanded 5G coverage until later in 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration has published a list of 50 U.S. airports where AT&T and Verizon's expanded 5G coverage won’t be arriving initially.
Satechi's 4-port USB-C charger in stand beside a MacBook Pro.

Satechi just launched a crazy 165-watt, 4-port USB-C charger

Satechi has just launched a powerful new USB-C charging hub at CES 2022, offering a single, compact connection point to handle power-hungry USB-C devices.
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Google is making Android devices work better together with expanded Fast Pairing

Google has new features designed to bring all the devices in your life into harmony around your Android smartphone of choice.
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Verizon moves forward with 5G UW expansion despite airline concerns

Verizon expects to use its new C-band spectrum to bring faster 5G Ultra Wideband service to more than 100 million people this month.
Quantus plane.

AT&T, Verizon backtrack on airline fears, agree to delay rollout of 5G spectrum

AT&T and Verizon have agreed to a two-week delay of the new C-band 5G spectrum rollout that was requested by senior U.S. transportation and aviation officials.
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TCL unveils 3 new TKEE tablets for kids at CES 2022

TCL has unveiled three new TKEE tablets at CES 2022 designed from the ground up to meet the needs to active and inquisitive kids.
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AT&T and Verizon forge ahead with new 5G deployments despite aviation industry fears

AT&T and Verizon are moving ahead with the deployment of their midband 5G spectrum, despite aviation industry concerns.
iPhone 13 Pro in car being attached to Scosche MagicMount MSC.

Scosche unveils several new iPhone MagSafe car mounts at CES 2022

Scosche is kicking off 2022 with new MagSafe versions of its MagicMount lineup, allowing iPhone owners to easily anchor and charge their devices on the road.
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Google Play Games is coming to Windows PCs in 2022

In a major cross-platform move, Google is bringing Google Play games to Windows PCs, starting next year. 
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Google brings Digital Car Keys, quicker access to Snapchat to Pixel phones

On the heels of the launch of its new Pixel 6 lineup, Google is rolling out several new features exclusively for Pixel owners to get more out of their phones.
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Reddit is getting more interactive with new real-time features for mobile

Reddit fans should soon feel more connected with their fellow Redditors, thanks to a handful of new real-time features that the service is rolling out today.
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Google unwraps several new and festive holiday features for Android

Google is closing out 2021 with a potpourri of new features to help Android fans get more out of the holiday season.
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Jack Dorsey resigns as CEO of Twitter, hands reins to CTO Parag Agrawal

It looks like Twitter’s founder, Jack Dorsey, is leaving the chief executive's office once again — but this time it's by choice. 
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Pokémon Unite tops the list of Google Play’s Best Games of 2021

Google has announced the Best of Play winners for 2021, highlighting key apps and games that it feels made positive contributions over the past year. 
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Verizon and AT&T propose 5G midband power limits to avoid aircraft interference

Verizon and AT&T have agreed to temporarily lower the power of their new midband 5G towers to quell fears that the new spectrum could interfere with aircraft.
A MediaTek processor on a motherboard.

A flaw in MediaTek audio chips could have exposed Android users’ conversations

Security researchers have discovered a flaw in a MediaTek audio chip that could have been used to listen in on private conversations.
Clubhouse app page on iPhone App Store.

Clubhouse now supports live captions on the iPhone

Clubhouse is making its social network more accessible with a significant update to its iOS app that finally enables live captions for audio rooms.