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Hands on: LG V20

The LG V10 was a welcome surprise last year, and LG might be looking to spruce up its mobile division with the launch of the V20 by the end of September.
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Hands on: Samsung Gear VR (2016)

Samsung has a new Gear VR on the way, ready to launch alongside the Galaxy Note 7. We tried out the new headset and like the small improvements Samsung has made so far.
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No more excuses — this mattress plans your next workout while you sleep

In August, iFit and NordicTrack will release new sleep technology -- a sleep tracker that will adjust workouts based on how well rested you are.
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Hands on: Windows 10 Anniversary Update

We go hands-on with Microsoft's Windows 10 Anniversary Update, which has a plethora of new features in its Action Center, lock screen, Ink menu, Store, and more. How does it stack up so far?
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Review: ‘Her’

We review 'Her,' a a fascinating tale of love, technology, and what it means to connect with someone - or something.
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Spotify, you’re wonderful, but I have to quit

I've been using Spotify for more than a year now and it's great, but the more I use it, the more I realize just how much I need to leave. Spotify is a trap.
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Hands on: Samsung Galaxy TabPro S

We go hands on with Samsung's newest tablet, and first dive into Windows in a while, the Galaxy TabPro S. Spoiler alert: We like what we're seeing.
HTC Vive

Everything you need to know about the HTC Vive

We break down the HTC Vive's cost, when it's coming out, how you can pre-order it, how it's different from the Oculus Rift, and more.
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Which of these VR headsets would you buy?

We're running our first Facebook poll. What is your favorite VR headset? Join the fun and let us know what VR platform (if any) has you excited.
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DT Giveaway: Win a Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi smart scale

We have a Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale to give away. Do you want it? Do you need some app-level motivation to shed those pounds? If so, enter our contest to win.
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DT Giveaway: Win a pair of Sennheiser Momentum On-Ear headphones (DT Editor’s Choice)

Want some headphones? We're giving away one of our favorite pairs of cans, the Sennheiser Momentum On Ear Headphones. Enter the contest for a chance to win!
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DT Giveaway: Enter for a chance to win a 64GB iPhone 6! (Update: Winner chosen)

Want to win a brand new, unlocked iPhone 6, courtesy of the fine folks at MapHook. We've got a device here, ready to go. Enter today to win!
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Win a year of free movie theater tickets for Father’s Day!

MoviePass is offering Digital Trends readers a chance to win two 1-year subscriptions to its service, which is kind of like Netflix for movie theaters.
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LG G3 Giveaway (Update: Winners notified. Thanks everyone!)

Digital Trends is giving 10 lucky readers the chance to win an LG G3, one of our favorite Android phones. Anyone can enter and 10 of you will win.
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DT Contest: Win our $400 H/K Onyx Studio (Update: Congrats to the winner!)

Missing a great way to listen to music? The Harman Kardon Onyx Studio is one of the most stylish Bluetooth speakers around. We love it and we've got one to give away to a lucky reader. Enter to win now!
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Barcelona broke us, but not before we found a laser bike and 6-wheeled robot

On the last day of Mobile World Congress 2016, we discovered a bike with built-in lasers, a 10-core superphone from China, Internet by Li-Fi, and a six-wheeled robot that wants to replace Mr. McFeely.
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Samsung Galaxy S7 vs. LG G5: Which Android superstar shines brighter?

We compare the latest flagships from Samsung and LG:, the Galaxy S7 and G5
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Silk Labs wants to string your smart home together with ‘Sense’

Silk Labs is hoping to take over your living room with its new Sense device, which it describes as a mix between Amazon's Echo and Dropcam. But can it win the war for the smart home?
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iPhone has peaked and Apple has nowhere to go but down (Update: Apple agrees)

We've been looking at the numbers for the last two years, but finally, it's become clear. As much as we like the iPhone, it appears to be peaking. And if you're not going up in mobile
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Wireless carriers are busting each other’s balls, and we are winning

Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint are locked in a big battle over who makes the best colorful balls commercial. We break down what it means and who really has the most (and biggest) balls.
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Hands on: Mophie Space Pack

We try out the Mophie Space Pack, our favorite mobile accessory at CES. It adds battery life and extra memory to the iPhone.
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Hands on: Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

We try out Sony’s Xperia Z1S Compact, Sony’s attempt to release a truly powerful phone in a smaller, more iPhone-like size.
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Hands on: LG Lifeband Touch Fitness Tracker and Heart Rate headphones

We try out LG’s Lifeband fitness bracelet and Heart Rate Earphones, the company’s first fitness-tracking products.
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Why a billion Android phones will never be safe

If you're an Android owner, you need to get used to one thing: You aren't going to get updates, so you won't be as safe as someone on an iPhone. Manufacturers, carriers, and Google must work together to make Android unified and secure, but they won't.
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Hands On: Sony Xperia Z5 Compact

We go hands on with the newly unveiled Sony Xperia Z5 from the IFA trade show in Berlin -- a compact phone that proves size is everything.
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Get ready to Gear up: Samsung will reveal its next smartwatch Sept. 3

Samsung will reveal its next smartwatch on September 3 at IFA 2015 in Berlin. See the first picture of the watch and what we know here!
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Hands-on with Windows Phone 8.1: Microsoft delivers

We try out Microsoft's new Windows Phone 8.1 for a week and it truly impresses us. Could the new Windows Phone turn the page for Microsoft in smartphones?

Toshiba to announce ultrathin tablet – leaked pictures

Leaked images show a new Toshiba tablet may be on the horizon, this time sporting a much closer resemblance to the iPad.
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How to watch Samsung Unpacked at 8AM PT: Live Chat and what to expect

Here's how to livestream the Samsung Unpacked event at 11 a.m. EST and all the devices we expect, including the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus.
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Amazon is working on Prime music streaming, raises membership fees to help pay for it

Amazon is reportedly in talks with music labels with a view to launching a music streaming service for Prime subscribers. It may have raised Prime membership fees by 25 percent to help pay for it.
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Digital Trends Top Tech of MWC 2015 Award Winners

Mobile World Congress 2015 brought an impressive array of gadgetry to Barcelona, but our Top Tech of MWC award winners truly towered above their competitors in six different categories.
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How do I fix a flat?! Your impulsive mobile searches are mutating Google

New data from Google shows that we're searching on our phones more often, from crazier locations, and wanting results faster. Here's what people are looking up on YouTube and search, and the new ways Google plans to make money from them.
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Apple iPhone 5S Review

We review Apple’s latest and greatest, the iPhone 5S. Is it worth the extra cash or an early upgrade? Should Android users consider making the jump? Read on to find out.
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Mmm… Which dessert should Google pick for Android M? Vote now!

Which dessert should Google choose to headline Android M? We've got a poll with 12 strong candidates. Vote for your 'M' dessert today and let your voice be heard.