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Death to the disc

Death to the disc! 5 ways for streaming music to reign supreme this year

Music streaming services like Spotify are growing quickly and displacing CDs and MP3s as the default way we engage with music, but they aren't without defects. Here are 5 ways all of these services could greatly improve.
Mobile Guides
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Best mobile product of 2013: Google Glass

Our favorite mobile product of 2013 is Google Glass. The epic eyewear began to trickle out to developers in 2013, and we just couldn't stop talking about it all year. From controversy to excitement, Glass stories have been all over the map.
Mobile Best-ofs
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8 futuristic tech predictions from Spike Jonze’s new film ‘Her’

We explore the many new ideas Spike Jonze presents in his new movie 'Her,' which stars Joaquin Phoenix as a man who falls in love with an artificially intelligent operating system.
Mobile News
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Please, do not buy a BlackBerry phone (even if you like BB phones)

Please, do not buy a BlackBerry phone this holiday season. We like BlackBerry 10 and most BB phones, but here is why we cannot recommend them anymore.
Mobile News
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What’s it like when 1,000 Google Glass owners converge? Strange, but no nightmare

During Google I/O this year, we got our first glimpse at a world where Google Glass owners represented almost a third of the entire population. What does everyone think about Glass now that they actually have it, and how did the show go? Find out here.
Mobile Features
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Give Saga the keys to your life, and it will help you drive

We interview Andy Hickl, the CEO of ARO and creator of Saga, an app that hopes to get you lifelogging, and usher in a new age of notifications. But is Saga ready for prime time?
Mobile News
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Spotify is now free on Android tablets and iPad, but phones must shuffle

Spotify has launched a new free music-streaming option for Android and iOS users. The ad-supported service allows users to select a limited number of tracks, with the company hoping many will eventually switch to its enhanced subscription service.
Mobile News
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Microsoft can’t give its Windows Phones away (literally)

Microsoft has been running sales and promotions for Windows Phone, but they may need to up the ante, according to the experiences of one Redditor who waited in line for hours for a Lumia 1020 only to be just about the only person in line.
Mobile News
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Don’t propose to your girlfriend yet! The Smarty Ring is on the way

Put that smartwatch back on the shelf because the Smarty Ring is moving in. A ring that promises a watchface, notifications, and more, it has come out of its Indiegogo campaign fully funded and should start production soon.
Mobile News
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Golden proof that the HTC One is the best looking phone of 2013

We got the chance to hold a $2,500 gold HTC One in our hands today and we walked away impressed.
Mobile News
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Love scotch and Ron Burgundy? Then this is the game for you

There's now an Anchorman 2 game out for Android and iPhone.
Mobile News
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Spotify opens site to claim just how good it is for music artists

Spotify has gone on the offensive, launching a new portal for artists that gives them analytics on who is listening to their music and spends a lot of time explaining why Spotify is good for the music industry.
Mobile News
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Do you want to be a Google Glasshole? Act like this guy

From the guy who showed us just how annoying business people on Bluetooth headsets are, we now learn just how frustrating it will be to walk around a mall with Google Glassholes.
Mobile News

Android KitKat doesn’t want to talk sex, but it’s happy to discuss drugs

A report on the Android KitKat dictionary reveals that its list of banned words from autocorrect is a lot more restrictive than we thought.
Mobile News
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This new Android is a KitKat-astrophy (for our health)

We unwrap the dark secret behind Google's new Nestle-branded Android OS. Is Android KitKat just another fun dessert, or is Google up to something far more sinister?
Mobile News
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Stick with a Rolex: Why you shouldn’t give a smartwatch this season

Smartwatches like the Galaxy Gear are one of this holiday season's hottest new items, but do you really want to buy one? Here's why you may want to hold off on the watch until next year.
Wearables Android
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You can now recharge your phone with the Hammer of Thor

You can now buy a small replica of Thor's hammer that comes complete with lights, sound effects, and a 10,400mAh battery.
Mobile News
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Apple officially owns the company that made Microsoft’s Kinect

Apple representatives have confirmed that it has made a deal to purchase PrimeSense, a 3D sensor company.
Mobile News
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T-Mobile touts simplicity, but its new Jump! plan is designed to deceive

Everyone is getting all excited about T-Mobile, but for all its claims of honesty and simplicity, it's new Jump! program is complicated and kind of a ripoff. We do the math and explain exactly why.
Mobile News
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This 1-inch sensor might reshape your golf, baseball, or tennis game – and it’s out now

Zepp's fancy sports sensor is now available for purchase and will be in Apple stores soon. It records every stat you could imagine for baseball, golf, or tennis.
Mobile News
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This ‘smart trench coat’ comes with a 4G hotspot built into it, and a phone charger

The first smart trench coat has arrived, packed with nano-infused fibers, a battery charger, and a 4G LTE connection, this coat will keep you warm and connected in the cold winter.
Mobile News

Stop counting reps, this workout tracker does the heavy lifting (and a lot more) for you

Push armband tracks your workout in ways you only with your Fitbit or Fuelband did.
Mobile News
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I used my gadgets on takeoff and the plane didn’t crash

The FAA just made phone use during airplane takeoff an acceptable activity after saying it was bad for almost 50 years. Here's what happened on my first gadget-filled flight.
Mobile News
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Lenovo’s new Android Yoga Tablets promise to stand on their own

Lenovo has brought its Yoga brand PCs to the tablet world. The new Yoga Tablet is one of the first Android tablets with a built-in kickstand, and promises better battery life than any other tablet on the market.
Mobile News
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Healthcare.gov is on the honor system thanks to a data center failure

The roll out of the Affordable Care Act has taken another hit, with a crucial Verizon data center going down on Sunday.
Mobile News
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Microsoft compensates for small market share by erecting massive Surface 2 in London

Microsoft has built a 17-foot-tall Surface 2 in London, and it's completely operational. This is the latest in its big money buys to promote Windows and Windows Phone around the world.
Tablets Computing

Wanna get humiliated on Tumblr? Steal this guy’s iPhone

Phones get stolen every day, but usually the victims don't start a Tumblr to make fun of their thief's penciled on eyebrows, among other things. But who is really in the wrong here?
Mobile News
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Say hello to the new iPad Mini and its sexy Retina screen

Apple has officially unveiled the newest iPad Mini, which will come with a Retina screen and new 64-bit A7 processor.
Tablets Apple
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One-third of all Americans now own a tablet, and one-fourth own ebook readers

A new Pew study shows that more than a third of all Americans now own a tablet, more than half own a smartphone and a quarter own ebook readers.
Tablets Android
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Best Kindle Fire apps

We list the best Kindle Fire apps and games, including Rdio, Pulse News, Hulu Plus, and more.
Tablets Mobile
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Amazon’s new Kindle Fire comes with a Genius Bar inside it (and a lot more)

Amazon quietly unveiled its Kindle Fire HDX today, with killer new features including Mayday, and offline video viewing.
Mobile News
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Meet Aviate, the way Android is supposed to look (and get an invite to try it!)

We try out the beta of Aviate, a new Android home screen replacement created by a team of ex-Googlers. Aviate adds context to your home screen and organizes your apps. We review it and interview the team.
Mobile Reviews
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What’s on Internet TV? Vidora lets you browse it all in one app

Vidora wants to make all of the Web's streaming content accessible from one app, potentially making it a cord-cutter's dream. But can it deliver on what it promises?
Mobile Reviews
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Curve your enthusiasm: Samsung’s shotgun approach to phones hits no bullseyes

The Galaxy Gear is a disappointment, does Samsung have what it takes to innovate? With the first flexible display in a smartphone up next we'll find out soon.
Mobile News
I’m switching to T-Mobile

That’s it! I’m switching to T-Mobile

After listening to T-Mobile roll out its Uncarrier strategy for the last year, I've finally decided to make the jump. In the next couple months, I'm going to switch from Verizon to T-Mobile. Here's why.
Mobile Features
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FreedomPop launches free smartphone talk and data service (and a $100 HTC Evo)

FreedomPop, a completely free wireless provider, is launching its first phone.
Mobile News
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The C is for ‘Cheap-ish’: iPhone 5C starts at $99

For the first time ever, Apple will release a second iPhone, the iPhone 5C. Designed to come in multiple colors and cost less money, the new phone will replace the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4S. We've got official colors, specs, and release dates.
Mobile News
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Android 3.0 Honeycomb new feature breakdown (with screenshots)

Android 3.0 is upon us and Google has revealed some of its unique features. We break down and explain each new feature and what it means to you. Features include 3D effects, bluetooth tethering, new UI, an Action Bar, a new System Bar, customizable home screens, improved apps, and more.
Tablets Computing
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