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Motorola's modular Moto Z series is getting a few new Moto Mods

Motorola, subsidiary of Lenovo, highlighted a few of the most promising submissions to its ongoing Moto Mod competition.
Phones Android
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Samsung patent for flexible screen suggests a bendable device is on the way

Samsung has filed a patent for a smartphone with a flexible display. It's expected to come to market as soon as this year.
Phones Android
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ZTE integrates Hiya’s spam-blocking technology into the Axon 7 smartphone

ZTE is getting serious about blocking spam calls. It's partnering with call-filtering service Hiya to roll out support for the Axon 7.
Phones Android
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Sales of Apple’s iPhone declined in China despite overall worldwide growth

Strong competition in China from local companies like Oppo, Huawei, and Vivo saw Apple's sales decline in 2016.
Phones Android
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Google’s all-knowing app will design you a dress based on your daily habits

Fashion retailer Ivyrevel partnered with Google to make the Data Dress, a bespoke gown with a design that reflects your daily activity.
Phones Android
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A Samsung smartphone with a MediaTek processor has emerged online

A Samsung device has emerged online with the model number SM-G615F. It boasts a MediaTek processor, but its release date is a mystery.
Phones Android
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S. Korea may require smartphone makers to report phone fires ‘immediately’

South Korea may institute new rules requiring smartphone makers to report phone explosions or fires "immediately," according to a report.
Phones Android
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Outlook for iOS now boasts extensions from Trello, Evernote, and more

The Outlook app for iOS just became a lot more capable. Thanks to a major update, it now boasts add-ins and apps from companies like Evernote.
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Pixie Point Bluetooth tracker: Our first take

The Pixie Point has a lot of innovative technology behind it, but that doesn't mean it's better than the competition.
Phones Apple
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Patent shows an external battery for the Apple Watch to improve its charge

Apple may readying a solution to combat the Apple Watch's middling battery life. A new patent shows a new portable external charger.
Wearables Android
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AT&T gets serious about 5G with the deployment of test networks in Austin and Indianapolis

At a "5G Evolution" event in San Francisco, AT&T announced plans to deploy high-speed test networks in Austin and Indianapolis.
Phones Android
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Ultra Mobile’s $19 calling plan includes data, texting in more than 60 countries

Ultra Mobile, a mobile virtual network operator with a global footprint, has announced cheaper international calling and data plans.
Phones Android
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Google makes Chrome for iOS open source

Google has opened the development floodgates for Chrome on mobile. It has made the mobile browser completely open source.
Phones Apple
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Google Fiber expands to Raleigh, N.C.

Google Fiber, the search giant's eponymous internet service, is now available in Raleigh, North Carolina and six other major metro areas.
Web News
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Lego Life is a kid-friendly social network that helps kids get out and play

Lego Life is a social network tailor-made for kids ages 7-12. It packs innovative filtering technologies that ensure a safe environment.
Social Media News
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Apple manages to sell a record 78 million iPhones in the first fiscal quarter

Apple managed to turn a bad string of quarters around in Q1 2017. It sold more than 78 million iPhones, a record.
Phones Apple
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Experience a lot of phantom vibrations? You might be addicted to your smartphone

Some researchers believe "phantom vibrations" -- the false perception that you've received a message -- are a sign of addiction.
Phones Android
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Telstra’s superfast 1Gbps network lets you download an HD movie in three minutes

Australian carrier Telstra has taken the wraps off its 1Gbps network in Australia. It's fast enough to deliver an HD movie in minutes.
Phones Mobile
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Apple ditches tool designed to deter iPhone and iPad theft, but why?

Apple has quietly removed a tool that allowed prospective iPhone buyers to check if secondhand devices had been reported lost or stolen.
Phones Apple
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Apps with emoji in their descriptions generate more downloads, study finds

Apps with emoji in their description generate more downloads than apps which lack them, according to a recent study.
Phones Android
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Huawei wants to beat Apple and become the world's largest smartphone vendor

Huawei wants to leapfrog Apple to become the world's largest smartphone vendor. It's already well on its way.
Phones Android
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Verizon explores merger with Charter that would create meganetwork

Verizon is looking to gain a firmer foothold in the wireline internet business and is reportedly in talks to merge with Charter.
Business News
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Apple’s Support app for iPhone users is now available in a hefty 22 regions

Apple Support's new app puts hundreds of troubleshooting tools at your fingertips. It also connects you with customer support reps.
Phones Android
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The Kala is a mattress in a box designed with ergonomics in mind

Kala Mattress uses a three-layer foam design to encourage good posture and dissipate body heat. We talked to brand ambassador Dean Karnazes.
Smart Home Smart Home News
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Lucky seven: Apple’s original iPad made its debut seven years ago Friday

Apple's original iPad was unveiled seven years ago Friday. Here's a look back at how the company's first tablet revolutionized the industry.
Tablets Apple
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Asus launches LTE version of the ZenPad 3S 10 with an improved processor, battery

Asus has taken the wraps off of a new LTE version of the ZenPad 3S 10, featuring an improved battery and quicker processor.
Tablets Android
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Google Maps now shows parking availability in ’25 metro areas’

Google Maps now shows you the best places to park. But it's only available in 25 metro areas in the U.S. for now.
Phones Android

Security researchers warn against using shady VPN Android apps

Security researchers warn against using shady VPN Android apps -- especially those which request permissions for personal data.
Phones Android
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Professor Einstein is a cute little robot that will teach you about physics

Hanson Robotics, teamed up with Andy Rifkin to create a 14.5-inch Einstein robot who teaches scientific basics to kids.
Phones Computing
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Facebook clones another Snapchat feature with the debut of Stories

Facebook's new Stories feature, much like Snapchat Stories and Instagram Stories, creates an ephemeral montage of photos and videos.
Phones Mobile
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At urging of aides, President Trump gives up his personal smartphone

Reports claimed that Donald Trump has traded his personal smartphone for a 'secure' alternative -- but he may still be using his old phone.
Phones Android
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Pixie Point electronic sticker uses a mesh network to find your missing keys

The Pixie Point, a smart locator for keys, toys, and other objects prone to being misplaced, uses a mesh network to pinpoint location.
Phones Apple
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Bots_alive uses your smartphone to drive artificially intelligent spider robots

Bots_alive is an affordable platform that seeks to bring true artificial intelligence to the masses. It's launching on Kickstarter.
Phones Android
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The Timewave is a Moto Mod that will give your Moto Z touch superpowers

The Timewave, a Moto Mod concept, gives Lenovo's Moto Z and Moto Z Force touch-sensitive controls tied to software.
Phones Android
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Google’s G Suite for Education app platform now has over 70 million users

Google's school-focused G Suite for Education platform now boasts more than 70 million users, the company revealed during a briefing.
Web News
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Google announces the Lunar XPrize finalists who will take a trip to the moon

Google announced the names of the five Lunar XPrize finalists that will compete for a shot at $30 million in prizes.
Emerging Tech News
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Apple, Samsung, LG, Xiaomi, others plan to ‘double down’ on artificial intelligence

Apple, Samsung, LG, Huawei, Xioami, and others are hard at work on artificial intelligence software for upcoming smartphones.
Phones Android
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AT&T's International Day Pass nets unlimited data, calls, and texts for $10 a day

AT&T's new International Day Pass promises steeply discounted rates for overseas unlimited data, texts, and calls.
Phones Android
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