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Apple reportedly wants to become the Netflix of magazines via Apple News

Never been the sort of person to be pinned down to one magazine or interest for too long? Then you were probably a fan of Texture's service that gave you access to over 200 magazines for just $10 a month. Following its acquisition of Texture in March, Apple is looking to integrate it into Apple News.
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Theft-resistant SafeSkin case puts your precious iPhone on lockdown

Are you losing sleep over the possibility of your phone being stolen? You're not alone. As phones get more expensive, the risk taking them everywhere with us gets worse and worse. This case from SafeSkin is looking to end that by making your iPhone virtually theft-proof.
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Third-party display repairs are breaking iPhones after iOS 11.3 update

Smashed your iPhone screen or have a problem with your display? Hold off on getting it repaired for cheap, as eager iPhone users are being given a rude awakening after updating to iOS 11.3. Displays replaced or repaired by third-party repair shops are having issues following the iOS 11.3 update.
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LG looking for faster OS updates with new Software Upgrade Center

LG is looking to speed up the glacially slow pace of Android updates with its new Software Upgrade Center, built to ensure that OS updates and improvements are delivered in a timely manner. But which phones will receive the benefit of the dedicated software house first?
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Judge says Samsung ‘rigged the deck, fixed the game’ with Galaxy

A long-running battle between Samsung and disgruntled customers is set to continue next week, as a class-action lawsuit over the capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S4 moves forward in court. In an earlier hearing, a judge claimed Samsung had "fixed the game" and "rigged the deck" to mislead the public.
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Qualcomm’s new chips aim to give security cameras A.I. smarts

Qualcomm has today announced two new processing chips that will leverage the power of edge computing in IoT set-ups to help make individual cameras smarter, with enhanced image stabilization light-enhancing smarts, and new AI processing units.
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App downloads and revenues continue to grow on Android and iOS

According to a report released by app analyst App Annie, the app market on both iOS and Android has continued to grow, with both the Google Play Store and iOS App Store seeing an increase in the number of new downloads and purchases made inside apps.
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True wireless charging is one step closer with WattUp’s FCC certification

Wireless charging is great, but it's still a form of being tethered. Breaking the attachment of a device and the charging pad is the next big thing in wireless charging, and Energous - the company closest to achieving it - is another big step closer with WattUp certification.
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Snapchat now uses the iPhone X’s TrueDepth Camera to make better filters

Snapchat's AR-powered Lenses now look even better on the iPhone X, thanks to the new implementation of Apple's TrueDepth tech.
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HTC pool selfie advert banned because the U11 can’t dive like Tom Daley

An advert for the HTC U11 has been banned following accusations that the short video inflated the capabilities of the phone.
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Apple is working on touchless controls and curved screens for the iPhone

Apple is apparently seeking to differentiate itself from the crowd, and according to rumors of developments within Apple, it may do so.
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No more security updates for Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge

It seems that the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge have come to the end of their lifespan, after Samsung removed both devices from its list of updated models.
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Put your S Pen to good use with these Galaxy Note 8 tips and tricks

The Galaxy Note 8 is a fantastic phone, but it can be overwhelming. Here's a list of Galaxy Note 8 tips and tricks to help get you started.
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Huawei sees strong rise in profit for 2017, despite U.S. opposition

Chinese company Huawei has revealed the strength of its sales and profits for 2017, despite a continued inability to break into the U.S..
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Facebook collected call and text data from Android phones for years

Following much scandal surrounding the state of data privacy and security on Facebook, it has emerged that the company also scraped call data on Android phones.
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Apple takes top spot for wearables in 2017 as demand continues to grow

Millions of people are gaining the ability to leave their smartphones behind, thanks to growth in the wearables market, with Apple taking the top spot.
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Pay and get paid instantly with Google Assistant’s new command

Google has introduced a new command to Google Assistant that allows users to send small payments to their friends and family via Google Pay.
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Samsung’s latest Galaxy Tab Active 2 tablet is rugged and all business

U.S. businesses now have even more choice when it comes to rugged tablets, thanks to Samsung bringing its Galaxy Tab Active 2 to our shores.
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Apple’s Face ID is two years ahead of Android, say parts suppliers

Apple's lauded and sometimes controversial Face ID tech is currently two years ahead of Android phones, according to those who supply the parts.
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HTC’s Desire 12 and Desire 12 Plus are big on display, low on cost

HTC has revealed two new phones for its budget range, the HTC Desire 12 and Desire 12 Plus. Are they worth your money for a budget upgrade?
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STK Life saves U.K. smartphone manufacturer Wileyfox from bankruptcy

STK and Wileyfox have agreed on a licensing agreement that will see the bankrupt U.K. company brought back from the brink of bankruptcy.
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Cosmetics giant L’Oreal buys AR beauty company ModiFace

ModiFace, the company behind the Galaxy S9's makeup feature on Bixby Vision, has been purchased by L'Oreal for an undisclosed amount.
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France issues legal challenge to ‘abusive commercial practices’ by Google, Apple

France's Finance Minister has stated that France will be legally challenging Google's parent company and Apple over uneven relationships with app developers.
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California to introduce ‘Right to Repair’ bill for electronic devices

California will become the latest in a long line of states to introduce a "Right to Repair" bill that would allow users more options when fixing devices.
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You can now use Alexa on your tablet to call your contacts

Amazon is making is easier and easier to stay in touch. You can now Drop In on your loved ones from your Alexa app on your iOS or Android tablet.
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Honor View 10 vs. OnePlus 5T: Which midranger reigns supreme?

The OnePlus 5T is the midrange phone of the moment. But does the Honor View 10 have what it takes to take the throne?
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Google introduces Chinese, Korean, and 20 other languages to Gboard

Google is continuing to work on its Gboard keyboard app for Android devices, and is introducing an update that will bring Korean, Chinese, and 20 other languages.
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Try before you buy with the new AR View on Amazon’s Android app

Ever wanted to check out an item in your house before you bought it? Amazon's update for Android devices now means users can see how it looks in their space.
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It’s not about looks — inner beauty will drive mobile sales in 2018

Despite falling sales in 2017, analysts are predicting growth in 2018 and beyond. But they warn people aren't content with phones just getting prettier.
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More than 40 companies working on new generation of text messaging

160 character limits suck - RCS messaging promises to revolutionize the way you text message. Google has updated the world on the progress of the upgrade.
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Samsung rescues data-saving app Opera Max, launches new version

Samsung has saved the doomed privacy app Opera Max and relaunched it as its own version, now called Samsung Max. Find out how it can help you.
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Multilingual Google Assistant to add more than 20 languages to its repertoire

Google Assistant is expanding its multilingual capabilities, with Google set to add support for over 20 new languages in 2018.
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LG will bring new photography-focused K8 and K10 to MWC

While we won't be seeing the LG G7 at MWC 2018, LG will be bringing new versions of the K8 and K10, with promises of flagship features.
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Millions of Android users are at risk from ‘drive-by’ cryptomining

According to security firm Malwarebytes, millions of Android devices could be secretly mining cryptocurrency and it could be wrecking your phone.
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HTC’s smartphone president resigns, citing personal career plan

Amidst financial losses for the division as well as a large sell-off to Google, HTC's smartphone president has resigned, citing his personal career plan as the reason.
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Samsung is fixing its terrible emojis in Samsung Experience 9.0

It's not every day you can replace pistols with water guns or crackers with cookies and not expect a dust-up, but that's what Samsung is doing with its fixes for its terrible emojis.
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Samsung’s marvelous Olympic-edition Note 8 is worthy of a gold medal

Samsung has created a special edition of the Galaxy Note 8 for the 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Games in PyeongChang. We got our hands on one.
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Give the iPhone X a headphone jack with this crowdfunded case

Seasoned Apple owners may now be accustomed to the lack of a headphone jack on their phones, but what if you still miss your 3.5mm port? Well Encased is looking to fix that with its new crowdfunded case.
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