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NeatDesk review: Clean up your clutter on autopilot

We go hands-on and print-free with the office organizational wizard, The Neat Company's NeatDesk.
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DIY kit is taking the Google Street View cam to the streets

If you have deep pockets and a desire to make your own maps, check out this DIY Street View cam kit.
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Facebook finally tightens up app discovery with its official App Center

Facebook's sorry excuse for app discovery and search will get a much-needed makeover with the App Center.
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A crash course in interchangeable camera lenses

They come in all shapes and sizes. Consider this your basic introduction to the world of interchangeable lenses.

This time, Zune is actually dead

After some back and forth, Microsoft might actually stick to its guns and discontinue the Zune.
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Three reasons Ikea’s Uppleva TV is more than particle board and plastic

Ikea's forthcoming Uppleva television-meets-entertainment center might be something of an underdog, but it has some unique selling points beyond mere Swedish style.
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Boxee enters the social video race with new app Cloudee

And we have a surprise contender: Boxee jumps into the social video fray with its new app Cloudee, which will eventually integrate with its Boxee Box service.
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A Google Maps reveal is in our midst – but don’t call it a comeback

New competition has pundits saying Google Maps hay day has come to an end. But that's hardly the case, as a coming refresh and it's solid ecosystem will translate to its longevity.
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DVR concept device Simple.TV edges closer to reality with its Kickstarter campaign

Cord cutters missing their live TV fix, rejoice: The Simple.TV's Kickstarter campaign has begun.
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Viddy’s all-over update: Cover art, soundtracks, Web makeover, and quicker render times

Viddy's quest for world domination of social video continues, with some new features and platform upgrades.
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Everyme gets Web, Android-friendly and declares war on your bulky social network

Everyme continues its hunt for the Facebook detractors with its new Android app, beefed up iOS app, and Web availability.
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Postmates introduces Get It Now, the app that brings it to you – whatever ‘it’ may be

The app-based delivery system adds to its repertoire with Get It Now, which lets you order anything and have it delivery by its fleet of professional couriers - as long as you're in San Francisco.

Ahead of its IPO, Facebook scoops up the Lightbox team to help fix mobile

In a last minute acquisition, Facebook buys the Lightbox team. Hopefully a slicker, smoother app experience is heading our way.
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Wander starts taking the wraps off its super stealth travel site

Wander will launch within the next month, and in the time prior to it will begin with a warm-up to get users ready for the real thing.
Social jukebox

This homemade turntable is how to make Spotify social

Forget Facebook integration, the Social Jukebox is the best way to make music actually interactive.
Powhow live webcam classroom

Powhow combines experts and the Internet with its how-to happy marketplace

Powhow is the latest to jump into the how-to ring with its Web-based marketplace for online lessons - a surprisingly unique model.

Nokia Lumia phones get a major boost in the apps department

While Windows Phone might still be partially out in the cold, Nokia is doing its part to grab some developer attention for the Lumia lineup.
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How to set up your new camera

Here are the first few steps you should take to get you on the manual shooting path.
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Post-Instagram, Facebook acqui(hires) Glancee

An Instagram acquisition this is not: Facebook has scooped up SoLoMo app Glancee, which should nicely complement its mobile efforts, in a deal that screams 'talent grab.'
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Upcoming marketplace Tindie wants you to flex your inner inventor

It's Etsy meets Arduino at upcoming DIY tech shop, Tindie.
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Is Pinterest in danger of being out-innovated?

As the site's growth stalls, competitors and outside apps are doing all the things Pinterest's users have been asking for.
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Descriptive Camera concept defies the idea that a picture is worth a thousand words

This concept camera takes images and outsources them to the Internet to create written, human-readable descriptions.

Le oops: Google accidentally outs Google Drive on its French blog

The announcement is expected to hit today, but Google went ahead and scooped itself by posting Drive details on its French site. Read on for a first look at the storage client.
Wander

Wondering about Wander, the next social-meets-local platform

The startup is very hush-hush, but new funding and a look at its possible inspiration make it look like Wander will be the latest stab at SoLoMo.
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When worlds collide: Hands on with Polaroid’s instant-print digital camera

We go hands on with the Polaroid Z340, the brand's point and shoot meets instant-print device.
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Facebook adds Listen button for instant artist access

Performer pages on the site will now offer auto-integration with music apps so you can listen to songs instantly.
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Facebook takes another stab at deals with Facebook Offers

The new feature is primarily merchant-focused and doesn't implement location - a seemingly missed opportunity for Facebook, which has struggled with location and rewards.
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Why Facebook won’t buy Path

While it's one of the larger mobile social networks, Path is an unlikely acquisition for Facebook.
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Hands on with Springpad 3.0: A clean, sophisticated stab at productivity

With a new look and a much-requested feature (notebook collaboration!), Springpad relaunches its productivity app.
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Forget the factory: How Lensbaby creates its custom glass

An inside look at what's behind the little (but growing) lens-maker that could.

Surprise: Facebook Timeline is great for video apps, too!

The socialization of video continues as Facebook reveals that video apps have taken well to the Timeline.
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Path making good with users: your data will now be made anonymous

After the Addressgate fallout, the app that started it all will take further steps to protect your sensitive information.
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Want to know how to make a better How-To? Try Snapguide

Snapguide does the seemingly impossible: makes How-To interesting, intuitive, and smartphone-friendly.
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Video killed the Twitter star? Rookies and veterans alike are investing more in socializing video

Is video that last social frontier? The latest trend is pushing to make a private chat tool a more socially-friendly application.

Google will challenge Facebook Comments with third party commenting system

Google will strike at Facebook again by launching an outside commenting system that will leverage its Google+ social network. The question is, will we want to use it?
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Sean Parker and Shawn Fanning start taking the wraps off new startup Airtime

The video chat application is forthcoming, but we're already wondering if it will be able to socialize what's still a pretty private communication tool.
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Activity curator Sosh hits iPhone – new cities are next

Sosh goes mobile and sets its sights on new metros in the coming months.
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Spotify ups the app ante with new additions to its music platform

The Spotify ecosystem gets a little stronger with new apps for discovery, listening, and leveraging your music collections.