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Toshiba unveils the Thrive 7 – hands-on pics of the new 7-inch Android tablet

Our hands-on impressions and pictures of the Toshiba Thrive 7, the upcoming 7-inch Android Honeycomb tablet from Toshiba.
Tablets Mobile
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Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 – our new favorite tablet?

Last night, Samsung unveiled the final design of the Galaxy Tab 8.9. Our first impressions of the hardware and interface are quite positive.
Tablets Mobile
ViewSonic ViewPad 7e tablet

Hands on with ViewSonic ViewPad 7e, 7x, and 10pro tablets

Hands-on impressions of ViewSonic's upcoming tablet lineup, from an attempt at mimicking the Kindle to a Windows 7 tablet that runs Android Gingerbread.
Phones Mobile
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How Google Wallet works

Google Wallet is a new way to turn your smartphone into a credit card. Here we break down exactly how the technology works, step by step.
Web
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Hands on with the new Samsung Galaxy S II

Our hands-on impressions of Samsung's new Galaxy S II Android phones for Sprint and AT&T. If you're about to renew your contract, you may want to look Samsung's way.
Phones Mobile
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Thanks for joining our live chat! Microsoft’s Windows 10 event was a box of surprises

Microsoft is all set to reveal more about Windows 10, which it describes as the "next chapter" in the evolution of its operating system, at an event later today. Here's what you need to know before it begins, and how to watch it along with us.
Computing News
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LG’s next G Watch snuck into CES undercover at Audi, and we swiped all the details

We spied LG's next Android Wear smartwatch undercover at the Audi booth, and while the possible G Watch R2 was only serving as a glorified key fob at the time, this mysterious watch will fan wearable fans anxious for the real unveil.
Wearables Cars
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Pac-Man added to Super Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS, and other gameplay details revealed

At a roundtable at E3, director Masahiro Sakurai reveals that Pac-Man will be a part of Super Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS.
Gaming News
HTC Desire Eye

Say ‘Me!’ A 13MP front cam makes HTC’s Desire Eye the ultimate selfie phone

We go hands on with the Desire Eye, HTC's latest attempt to break into the phone mainstream. This time, it has a 13-megapixel camera at its disposal, and appears to hold up as a high-end phone at a mid-range price.
Phones Android
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Living with a Chromebook for a week is like 7 minutes of heaven, then 7 days of hell

I just finished spending a week using the Chromebook Pixel as my main computer. While things started out pleasant enough, they quickly took a turn for the worse. Here are all the things I couldn't do on my Chromebook.
Phones Computing
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Galaxy S5 vs. HTC One M8: An in-depth comparison

HTC finally unveiled the anticipated HTC One M8, but how does the new phone stack up against the Samsung Galaxy S5? Check out our spec showdown to find out.
Phones Android
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The iPhone 6 Plus is proof that Apple is scared of Samsung

Apple has revealed its first phablet, but is this a sign that it can't control its own fear? We examine why Apple's making a phablet, and what it could mean.
Phones Android
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7 things we love about iOS 7 (and 7 things we hate)

We've been using iOS 7 for a while now, and for the most part, we like it. Here is our review, which is split up into our seven favorite features and seven biggest frustrations with Apple's new iPhone OS.
Phones Apple
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A giant iPhone 6 is great, but we really need a giant iPhone 6 battery

Apple has fallen behind when it comes to battery life, and it needs to catch up. The iPhone 6 will be packed full of cool new features, but the one feature everyone wants is more time away from the charger.
Phones Apple
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Sink or swim? Samsung’s ‘whatever-proof’ S4 Active hides behind a watery warranty

Samsung's Galaxy S4 Active is a good phone, but the way it's being advertised is irresponsible. Though it is water resistant, it's warranty doesn't cover water damage. We spoke with an AT&T manager who claims there may be more issues with its water protection.
Phones Mobile
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Apple iPhone 5 vs. Samsung Galaxy S3: In-depth comparison

Check out how Apple's hot new iPhone 5 compares to its toughest Android rival, Samsung's Galaxy S3.
Phones Mobile
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WWE’s new streaming service may smash a chair on the back of cable companies

The WWE Network is a Netflix-like service for wrestling fans, but the significance of WWE's move online could have far broader impact than we think as other sports companies look on. Here's why.
Phones Audio / Video
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Shazam moves beyond music: How a simple tagging app could be the next big thing

Shazam has been around for more than a decade, but it's quickly becoming one of the coolest services, because of its advances in autotagging and TV.
Phones Audio / Video
Mortal Kombat X

Mortal Kombat X aims to retake the fighting throne

We go hands on with Mortal Kombat X, the latest iteration of the longstanding, gory fighting series. How does it stack up on PS4, and are the new characters any good? Find out in our full hands-on preview.
Gaming Reviews
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Underage sexting isn’t ruining lives, draconian laws are (and we need to change them)

A 17-year-old in Virginia faces potential felony charges after sexting a video of himself to his girlfriend -- but are these laws protecting kids, or ruining their lives when they make simple teenage mistakes?
Phones Mobile
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Asus at CES: AT&T gets PadFone, VivoTab attacks Samsung, and ZenFone unveiled

Asus has unveiled a range of new products today, including a new PadFone destined for AT&T, its first standalone Android device, the ZenFone, and the VivoTab Note 8, a new tablet aimed squarely at Samsung's Note line of products.
Phones Android
pocket avatars

3D puppets mimic your every move in Pocket Avatars, Intel’s first app

Intel has announced its first app, a chat messaging program called Pocket Avatars that tracks your face and lets you send custom messages to friends using any face you want.
Phones Android
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Nintendo’s Code Name STEAM combines steampunk, aliens, and Abe Lincoln

Nintendo has revealed Codename STEAM, a new third-person shooting game that takes place on a turn-based grid.
Gaming Guides
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These are the first Nintendo Amiibos, and how they’ll work in Smash Bros.

We round up the Nintendo Amiibos we saw at E3 this week, when they're coming out, how they work in Super Smash Bros., and other things we know about Amiibo.
Gaming News

Non-Stop review

We review Non-Stop, Liam Neeson's latest action flick. Does it rise above the fray (and The Grey), or is this another sequel to Taken in the sky? Find out in our full review.
Gaming Reviews
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10 games can’t wait to see at E3 2014, and E3 schedules for the top 5 publishers

E3 is upon us, but what can you expect to see at the show? Here are our 10 most-anticipated games, and links to how to watch the press conferences of all the major publishers.
Gaming News
TuneIn

TuneIn is doing for radio what Spotify did for music, and we love it

The TuneIn app has reinvented itself as a social network for radio listeners, in an effort to compete with streaming music apps such as Spotify. The latest version makes finding new content easier, and adds the option to share your finds with friends.
Music Reviews
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DT Debate: Will Google’s autonomous cars ruin driving, or liberate us from it?

Should people be driving cars? Do we even need steering wheels? In this DT Debate, Andy argues against the new Google car with a passion, and Jeff buys a muffler just to shut him up.
Phones Android

Nintendo to unveil Wii 2 console in June

New rumors suggest that Nintendo will unveil its next generation video game console at E3 this year.
Gaming News

E3 2011 hands-on: the Wii U controller

I was able to get my hands on the Nintendo Wii controller, but only briefly and without any software to accompany it. My brief hardware impressions are within.
Gaming Reviews
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E3 2011 hands-on: Kinect Star Wars

As part of its efforts to expand the appeal of Kinect, Microsoft has teamed with LucasArts to give players a chance to control a Jedi without any controller at all. But does it work? Our hands-on E3 impressions.
Gaming Reviews
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E3 2011 first look: Tomb Raider

Tomb Raider is returning and this time it may be worth your time. Developer Crystal Dynamics took us through Square Enix's reimagining of Lara Croft at E3 2011. Our first impressions are below.
Gaming News
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E3 2011 first look: Aliens Colonial Marines

Its been in development for 6 years, but Gearbox and Sega are finally preparing to release Aliens: Colonial Marines. But will it be worth the wait? Our E3 impressions.
Gaming News

E3 2011 first look: Hitman Absolution

Square Enix shows off its first stab at the Hitman franchise and, to our surprise, it looks quite amazing. Our E3 impressions of Hitman Absolution.
Gaming News
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E3 2011 hands-on: Dead Rising 2 Off the Record

Capcom has made the strange decision to remake Dead Rising 2 only a year after its original release. We played the E3 demo of the game, for better and worse.
Gaming Reviews

E3 2011 first look: Metro Last Light

It's still a ways from release, but the guys at 4A Games and THQ gave us an impressive run through of Metro: Last Light, the sequel to the post-apocalyptic thriller Metro 2033, which will also arrive on the Wii U.
Gaming News
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EA shows off 10 big titles before E3

EA showed off its slate of games (about 10) at its E3 pre-show earlier today. We've got the rundown of what was shown, from Battlefield to The Sims Social.
Gaming Guides
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E3 2011 hands-on: Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City

Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City offers cooperative zombie-stomping fun, and we went hands-on at E3 2011.
Gaming Reviews
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