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The Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha with its ‘surround screen’ costs more than a Galaxy Fold

Who needs an unfolding phone when you could just have a phone with a wrap-around display? Xiaomi has announced the Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha, a stunning concept phone with a display that wraps around almost all of the phone. It's only coming in a limited run though, and this powerful and futuristic phone will cost $2,800.
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The best Kindle Paperwhite cases for easy reading on the go

Whether you're going away or staying at home, a case for your ebook reader is vital. Here's our choice of the best Kindle Paperwhite cases.
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Misfit releases the Vapor X, its lightest, most comfortable smartwatch yet

Making good smartwatches affordable can be tough, but it's where Misfit seems to thrive. The latest in Misfit's range of wearables is the Vapor X, a lightweight and stylish smartwatch aimed at those with an active lifestyle, but it's likely to appeal to everyone. Here's everything you need to know.
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The best Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium cases

The Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium is a beautiful and powerful phone, with incredible camera tech - but with a glass build and a $1,000 price tag, you'll want to keep it protected. We've done all the research you need, and found the best Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium cases to keep your premium phone pristine.
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Get 3% Daily Cash on Apple Card for any T-Mobile store purchase

T-Mobile announced it has partnered with Apple to offer you an unbeatable amount of Daily Cash on any Apple Card purchase from T-Mobile stores. Starting from Friday, September 20, you'll be able to get 3% Daily Cash from any purchase with Apple Pay through your Apple Card. Maybe treat yourself to a new iPhone.
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Massive leak shows off all four Huawei Mate 30 phones ahead of official reveal

We weren't meant to see Huawei's new Mate 30 range until September 19 -- but leakers have never worked to someone else's schedule. A leak from Evan Blass has laid bare all four phones in the Mate 30 range, revealing that each has a slightly different design. If you can't wait, here are all of them.
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The $350 Nokia 7.2 is available for pre-order in the U.S.

A post-Pixel 3a world means companies really need to step up their game where midrange phones are concerned, and the Nokia 7.2 is HMD Global's contender. With a triple-lens camera, solid glass build, and Android One software, it's a great looking phone -- especially since it comes with a $350 price tag.
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Google’s ARCore platform can now track faces, boasts improved memory

It's easy to forget, but augmented reality, or AR, is going to be a huge part of the future. While it's not the glamorous update, Google has just updated ARCore to include facial tracking and augmentation, and improved object permanence through the Cloud Anchor API. These elements will form huge parts of the future.
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Android 10 is here, but how many devices did Android 9.0 Pie reach?

While Android 10 is the latest version of Google's mobile operating system, we're more interested in how Android 9.0 Pie, the last version of Android, has done. According to stats from May 2019, it's been a disappointing time for Pie, which had only reached just over a tenth of all active Android devices.
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Sony Xperia 5: Everything you need to know about Sony’s smaller flagship phone

Sony has taken to the stage at IFA 2019 to release a brand new flagship smartphone. With a smaller footprint than the tall Xperia 1, the Xperia 5 is the powerful flagship phone for those who want a slightly smaller phone. Here's absolutely everything you need to know about the Sony Xperia 5.
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The Light Phone 2 starts shipping to backers, next orders ship in mid-October

Longing for a way to completely disconnect from social networks, but still stay in touch? The Light Phone 2 adds a new way to do that, but now that crowdfunding is over for the device, you'll have to pay $350 to get it. The Light Phone 2 is available straight from the Light website.
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Internal iOS 13 code spills beans about new Apple AR headset

Despite earlier rumors of cancellation, Apple's AR smartglasses project may be alive and well, if code from internal builds of iOS 13 is to be believed. According to that information, Apple may be using iPhones to test the tech for an AR headset. Could this be the first really successful AR headset?
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Google says hackers have been able to access your iPhone data for years

Apple iPhones from iOS 10 to recent versions of iOS 12 were open to having messages, images, and location data stolen by hackers through a web-based exploit, according to Google's external security & research blog.
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Apple’s new program gives you more ways to repair an old iPhone or iPad

That battered old iPhone really needs replacing, doesn't it? But wait, before you throw hundreds of dollars down on a new iPhone, wouldn't slinging a new battery into your phone or replacing the casing just be cheaper and easier? Apple is making it easier to find a certified repair shop with its new repair program.
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CAD renders claim to show off all three 2019 iPhone XI models

The iPhone XS barely seems old, but its replacement is definitely on the way. Leaked CAD renders claim to show all three models in 2019's range of iPhones. Though not much seems to have changed around the front, the iPhone XI, XI Max and XIR are rumored to pack radically redesigned rears.
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Samsung patents show improved Galaxy Fold and possible tablet version

The Samsung Galaxy Fold hasn't resurfaced yet, but these patents could give us our first look at Samsung's next planned foldable phone, as well as a possible design for a folding tablet. Could this be the Samsung Galaxy Tab Fold as well as the Galaxy Fold 2? Only time will tell, but they look amazing.
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LG may show off one of these new foldable phone designs at IFA 2019

LG is set to unveil a new dual-screen/foldable smartphone at IFA 2019, and speculation is rampant. Some patents have recently emerged that show some of the designs we could potentially see from LG soon, and they range from the familiar to the rather bizarre. Here are some recent LG foldable phone patents.
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Trade war forces Google to move number of factories from China

Google is moving many of its factories out of China, according to a report from Nikkei. The ongoing China-U.S. trade war seems to be a strong reason behind the move, but the growing labor costs in China are also a key factor. The Pixel 3a factory is reportedly the first to be moved to Vietnam.
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Verizon turns on its 5G networks in Chicago and Minneapolis a week early

We thought 5G was just around the corner, but apparently it's already here. Verizon has switched on its 5G network in select parts of Chicago and Minneapolis, giving customers in both of those cities amazing new download speeds while out and about -- if they have a 5G-compatible phone, that is.
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The Motorola Moto Z3 and 5G Mod: Everything you need to know

Buckle up your Moto Mods and get ready -- the Motorola Moto Z3 is finally here. Boasting flagship specs and a classic Motorola design, the phone is definitely a serious contender for anyone looking for a flagship-like phone with 5G. Here's everything you need to know about the new Motorola Moto Z3.
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FCC rules that current 5G safety standards are just fine, thank you very much

The FCC has concluded that 5G poses no harm to human health as part of an investigation into current levels of radiofrequency exposure. This comment comes amid ongoing speculation that the fledgling networks of the next generation of mobile network could potentially be harmful en masse.
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Unihertz Atom review

Frustrated with how large smartphones have become? Wish you could wrap your hand around your phone easily? We checked out the Unihertz Atom, a smartphone that brings mid-range phone specs and incredible battery life in a tiny package that's smaller than the first-generation iPhone.
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Alcatel 1X review

Need a cheap phone that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? Alcatel is offering the Android Go-equipped Alcatel 1X for a paltry $100. But with that sort of bargain price, you’re bound to run into issues. We spent a week with the Alcatel 1X to find out if it's worthy of becoming your next phone.
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Red Magic Phone review

We review the Red Magic Phone, the mid-range gaming phone you never knew you wanted. With a unique design, super-smooth performance, and some fantastic speakers, the Red Magic Phone is the gaming phone that's not just for gamers, but for anyone who wants a good mid-range phone with a unique flair.
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Black Shark review

With so many great gaming phones already out, is there room for another? The Xiaomi-backed Black Shark thinks so. But is it any good? While it has all the power it needs for great gaming performance, it struggles with some flawed software. Read our Black Shark review for more.
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Polar Vantage V review

Polar’s new Vantage V is a high-end fitness tracker with more features than you can shake a stick at, and an updated look to compete with the best looking smartwatches out there. But with no actual smartwatch features at launch, can the fitness veteran really compete? We’ve reviewed it to find out.
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Unihertz Titan smartphone review

If you're looking for a phone with a physical keyboard, then there was previously only one game in town. But now, there's two. Unihertz has revealed the Titan -- a rugged phone with a physical keyboard. But at half the price of BlackBerry's finest, does the Unihertz Titan have what it takes?
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 vs. OnePlus 7 Pro: Specs comparison

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 is the smaller of Samsung's 2019 Note range, but it's by no means a lesser option. With flagship specs and looks, it's a gorgeous addition to anyone's pocket. But can it take down OnePlus's latest flagship killer, the OnePlus 7 Pro? We put them head to head to find out.
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How to use iOS 13’s new Reminders app

Apple's iOS 13 introduced a lot of new features, but it also added a new coat of paint to many existing ones. One of the biggest revamps was given to the iOS Reminders app, which has had a massive overhaul to make it ... well, far more useful. Here's how to use iOS 13's Reminders app to its fullest.
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Save space and data with Google Go, now for regular Android devices

Google Go is the top app for space and data-saving searches on the entry-level Android Go, and now Google is making those capabilities available on regular Android. Starting on Tuesday, August 20, you'll be able to download Google Go on any Android device from Android 5.0 Lollipop and later.
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Moto E6 vs. Moto G7 Play: Can the bargain E6 compete with the discount G7 Play?

Motorola has revealed the Moto E6 -- a new, budget-friendly device with good processing power, a removable battery, and Android 9.0 Pie for just $149. But it's not alone at this price, and you can now pick up the Moto G7 Play for the same amount. So which one should you buy? We put the two head-to-head.
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Motorola One Action says goodbye to annoying vertical videos

Accidentally recording a video vertically is super annoying -- and Motorola agrees. The new midrange Motorola One Action features an ultra-wide-angle lens that means you can take horizontal video while holding the phone vertically. Here's everything you need to know about the Motorola One Action.
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Less than a year after release, iOS 12 has reached 88% of all active iOS devices

With iOS 13 on the horizon, iOS 12 has achieved a strong swan song. According to Apple's latest numbers, iOS 12 has made it 88% of all active iOS devices, with iOS 11 on just 7% of devices, and older versions on just 5%. It's a strong adoption rate, but can Apple do as well with iOS 13?
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Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus: Here’s everything you need to know

Samsung announced the upcoming Galaxy S9 and S9 plus at Mobile World Congress in February 2018 and released them in March. This year's flagships look a lot like their predecessors, but have some pretty awesome new features under the hood. Here are all the details on the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.
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Verizon Unlimited plans bundle 5G, but won’t allow 1080p streaming over LTE

Verizon has just announced a new range of Unlimited plans -- a BuzzFeed-style quiz to go with them. Three of the four plans also include unlimited access to Verizon's burgeoning 5G network around the U.S., but oddly, even the most expensive of the plans doesn't seem to include 1080p streaming on LTE.
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2018 Samsung Galaxy J7 and Galaxy J3: Everything you need to know

The Samsung Galaxy S series may get all the glory, but they're not the only great phones under Samsung's belt. For a few years now, the company has released phones under the Galaxy J name -- so what's next? Its revamped Samsung Galaxy J7 and Samsung Galaxy J3. Here's everything you need to know.
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OnePlus 6T: Absolutely everything you need to know

If you're looking for a flagship-level phone for less, than OnePlus must be on your radar. The new OnePlus 6T is continuing that fine tradition, with all the flagship power, camera performance, and gorgeous design you want -- but for under $600. Here's everything you need to know about the OnePlus 6T.
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Moto Z3 Play vs. Moto Z2 Play vs. Moto Z Play: Should you upgrade?

There's a whole world of midrange devices out there, but only three play well with Moto Mods. Enter the Moto Z3 Play, the newest Z Play phone from Motorola. With a new bezel-less design, the Z3 Play is clearly a strong contender. We pit it against its predecessors to see if it's worth an upgrade.