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Jeffrey Van Camp

Jeffrey Van Camp

Former Deputy Editor
Author/Co-Author of 1294 articles

As DT's Deputy Editor, Jeff helps oversee editorial operations at Digital Trends. Previously, he ran the site's Mobile/Wearables section for several years. Jeff has been writing about tech, video games, and movies on the Web for more than a decade and a half. He's been embedded in the mobile world since 2006.

iPhone X vs. LG V30

A dozen companies could have built the iPhone X. Why did they let Apple do it best?

Apple claims the iPhone X will define the next decade of smartphones, and it’s probably right. Why can’t other companies outperform the iPhone in a big way?
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Nintendo is back on its game, and the Switch proves it

Nintendo has revealed the Switch, its first home gaming console that's also a handheld. The system is incredibly exciting, but it also represents a huge shift for Nintendo. After losing its grip on the gaming market for years, Nintendo is finally stepping up.
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Apple iPhone 7 review

The iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus? (Or Android?) Our Apple iPhone 7 Review hits the pros (great camera!) and cons (no headphone jack) to help you decide.
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Tech is upending the ways we write, speak, and even think

Text messages, emoji, voice assistants, and even artificial intelligence are changing the way humans communicate, but are we eroding language or merely evolving it? It depends who you ask.
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Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping review

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping is The Lonely Island's second major movie following 2007's 'Hot Rod,' but is it any good? We've got the scoop on this Samberg satire, which has its ups and downs.
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16 trends from Mobile World Congress that will reshape the year ahead

The rise of VR, the decline of tablets, and the unstoppable ascent of Chinese manufacturers are just a few of the trends from Mobile World Congress 2016 that will shift the world ahead.
VIZIO Reference Series Event

Get ready to roast your retinas with Vizio’s blindingly bright, $130K Reference Series

Vizio has officially launched and priced its Reference Series 4K UHD televisions, armed with Dolby Vision HDR and a 384-zone FALD backlight system.
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The redeemer: Why the Gear S2 is the best Samsung product in years

Beautiful, functional, and even better than the Apple Watch, Samsung’s Gear S2 is a damn fine watch -- and a real flash of genius.
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Hands on: LG Watch Urbane LTE

We go hands on with the Watch Urbane LTE, LG's attempt to make its own smartwatch operating system. With awesome new features, LTE built in, and a beautiful new design, it's our favorite new watch at Mobile World Congress 2015.
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Hands-on: HTC One M9

We go hands on with HTC's latest and greatest phone, the One M9. With a brand new camera and some cool features, it's a great update to HTC's line, but some aesthetic issues hold it back from greatness.
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Hands On: Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge

We go hands on with the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, The two best Samsung phones we've ever used.
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Exclusive: We tested the world’s first automatic calorie counter, and it works!

We just spent a week as the first publication to use Healbe's automatic calorie counting GoBe Body Manager bracelet. Our in-depth report on how it all worked out.
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IronFall Invasion channels the cover-based shooting of Gears of War on the New 3DS

We had a chance to play the third-person shooter IronFall Invasion on the New Nintendo 3DS XL. Here are our full impressions of the game and how it runs on Nintendo's newest handheld.
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Pink lion men, Fire Emblem permadeath, and steampunk combine in Code Name: STEAM

We had a chance to play the turn-based Code Name: STEAM on the New Nintendo 3DS XL. Here are our full impressions of the game and how it runs on Nintendo's newest handheld.
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The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask brings better camera control, streamlined systems

We had a chance to play the new remake of The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask on the New Nintendo 3DS XL. Here are our full impressions of the game and how it runs on Nintendo's newest handheld.
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iOS 8 Review: It adds features so subtle, there’s a new app to make sure you see them

We review the final version of iOS 8, Apple’s newest operating system for iPad and iPhone. How does it stack up? Find out here.
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E3 Hands on: Splatoon, Nintendo’s twistedly fun take on shooters

We go hands on at E3 with Nintendo's attempt at a team-based shooting game, Splatoon. How does the game measure up, and does it have enough depth? Find out here.
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Super Mario 3D World review

We review Super Mario 3D World, Nintendo’s Wii U sequel to its 3DS hit. Will a 3D multiplayer Mario game help save the Wii U? It might.
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Hands on: Huawei’s Ascend P2 caters to iPhone refugees with simplicity

We go hands on with Huawei's new Ascend P2. The P2 has some great UI and customization features, including some that may interest fans of iOS.

Hands on: Asus’ Fonepad is an OK tablet, but an awful phone

We go hands on with the Asus Fonepad, a brand new 7-inch tablet that's actually a phone. Why would you want a 7-inch phone? We don't know.

Sapphire is unscratchable, unbreakable, and the next big thing in touchscreens

There's nothing worse than a scratched or broken phone screen, but sapphire, the world's second hardest substance, may soon protect your phone.

Hands on: Kyocera Torque is an Android phone you can drop in the toilet

Do you ever get mad at your phone? We do. Luckily, the Kyocera Torque for Sprint can take any abuse you give it, and then some. On top of that, it's a great Android phone and has a new type of speaker that lets you hear sound even in the noisiest of environments.

There’s nothing grand about the ZTE Grand S

Hands on first take with the ZTE Grand S: One of the biggest, yet most disappointing, flagship handsets at CES.
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Hands on: Sony’s Xperia Z wants to be your 1080p bathtub buddy

We go hands on with Sony's new flagship Xperia Z, a top-notch Android superphone with 1080p, quad-core processing, and a hidden surprise: a waterproof design. Will it shine a light for Sony to finally re-enter the U.S. market in force?
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Sony Xperia Tablet S Review

The Xperia Tablet S is Sony’s second big push into the tablet space, but manufacturing issues may hurt it.

Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE Review

Motorola's Photon Q 4G LTE gives Sprint users a chance to enjoy Motorola's industry-leading keyboard without switching to Verizon.

Motorola Atrix HD Review

The Motorola Atrix HD is the best Motorola handset on AT&T and a great deal for $100.

Acer Iconia Tab A700 Review

The Acer Iconia Tab model A700 is another strong Ice Cream tablet from Acer, but has little to differentiate it from the slew of other tablets in the marketplace.
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Google Nexus 7 Review

The Nexus 7 delivers more than what you'd expect for its $200 price and has some great new features.

‘Skyfall’ teaser trailer: James Bond is in trouble

Sony and MGM have released the first teaser trailer for Skyfall, the 23rd James Bond movie. The new film may put Bond behind bars, as he's questioned about a mission that appears to have gone badly.

Samsung Focus 2 Review

The Samsung Focus 2 improves on it predecessor while keeping to a low $50 price point, making for a practical – if uninspired – Windows Phone device.

LG Optimus 4X HD Review

The LG Optimus 4X HD is a great super phone that matches its competitors in most areas, but fails to stand out from the pack..
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Samsung Galaxy S3 Review

The Samsung Galaxy S3 (S III) manages to live up to its hype, delivering an excellent Android experience on every major US wireless carrier.

HTC EVO 4G LTE Review

The EVO 4G LTE sets a new standard for phones on Sprint, offering compatibility with the future of its voice and data networks and cutting-edge specs.