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Motorola’s old team now designs all Lenovo phones, has big plans for Moto Maker

Motorola president Rick Osterloh talked about the future of the Moto brand under Lenovo at MWC today and revealed a few interesting tidbits on the direction the company is taking.
Ask An Expert: Is VR Safe For Kids

Is VR too dangerous for kids? We asked the experts

We’ve investigated the age ratings of VR headsets and talked to optometrists and vision experts to find out if VR is safe for children. These are the potential risks of using VR for kids.
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The Ziro robotics kit lets you control your contraptions with a smart glove

The new Ziro kit, launching on Indiegogo, allows you to control robotic creations with a smart glove. This is the work of California-based ZeroUI.
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A giant of the tech world passed away last night

The former Intel CEO and board chairman, Andrew Grove, has died at the age of 79. He joined the firm in 1968, and guided Intel to a commanding position.
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Who’s tracking your fitness tracker? We asked an expert

Many of us wear fitness trackers 24/7, so they can collect data on our activity, but there’s a danger that someone else could access that information. How secure are fitness trackers and what are the risks? We asked an expert.
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SuperSuit combines gaming with actual physical activity for kids

We took a look at MadRat Games' new SuperSuit wearable for kids, which is designed to encourage physical play and cut down on all that screen time.
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Talking mobility, autonomous cars, and the future with a forward-looking Ford

Ford has conducted all kinds of mobility experiments to gain a deeper understanding of what customers need today and what they'll want tomorrow -- and what's over the horizon sounds amazing.
Li-Fi

We’ve seen the light! Li-Fi is the future of wireless connectivity

The promise of faster and more stable Internet access through our lights is really exciting. We got a demo of PureLiFi in action at MWC 2016 and talked with the COO about the future of this technology.
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We tried a new battery tech that can fully charge your phone in 5 minutes

We got a demo of StoreDot's fast-charging technology at MWC 2016, where it charged up a Galaxy S6 from 10 percent to 100 percent in five minutes. It could be coming to a phone near you soon.
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Lenovo Vibe K5 and K5 Plus are Android smartphones that won’t break your budget

The latest budget Android smartphones from Lenovo are the super-cheap Vibe K5 and the Vibe K5 Plus, but they won't be released in the States.
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Lenovo shows off a trio of Tab 3 Android tablets

Lenovo announced three new Android 6.0 Marshmallow tablets at MWC. The Lenovo Tab 3 10 Business, the family focussed Tab 3 7 and Tab 3 8.
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Mark Zuckerberg talks about the future of VR and 360 video at Galaxy S7 event

Mark Zuckerberg made a surprise appearance at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event to discuss the future of virtual reality.
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35 annoying problems with iOS 8 (and iPhone 6) and how to fix them

Here are some of the most common iOS 8 problems cropping up across the web and advice on how to fix or workaround them. Crashes, Wi-Fi, Hotspot, random reboots and more.
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Carbonshade's new glasses block the blue light that hampers sleep

The latest Kickstarter project to catch our eye is Carbonshade, blue light blocking glasses with red lenses designed to help you get a good night's sleep.
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15 awesome LG V10 tips and tricks

It takes time to master LG’s feature-packed flagship. This LG V10 tips and tricks roundup is the shortcut you’re looking for.
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Speck announces collapsible Pocket VR viewer

The new Pocket VR with CandyShell Grip from Speck is a collapsible virtual reality viewer that can convert your iPhone 6/6S or Galaxy S6 into a VR headset.
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Incipio’s ClamCase keyboard cases transform your iPad into a MacBook

Incipio announced a new range of ClamCase keyboard cases for the iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, and the iPad Mini 4 at CES.
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Two-thirds of Americans suffering from digital eye strain, warns Vision Council

The problem of digital eye strain is growing more serious as we spend longer staring at screens every day, according to a report from the Vision Council.
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Griffin’s new range of USB-C accessories shines at CES

Griffin is showing off a new range of USB-C accessories at CES this year, alongside more rugged, bags and cases to keep your gadgets safe.
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The 6 hottest Android phones of 2015 square off in our side-by-side spec comparison

It’s time for the best Android smartphones of 2015 to face-off in a battle to the death. We dive into a range of categories to find the best performers.
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Make the most of your Nexus 5X with these 10 tips and tricks

Get to grips with your Google phone, with our list of useful Nexus 5X tips and tricks. We’ll help you to make sure you’re making the most of your Android, and uncover a few handy features you may have missed.
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Hands on: Saygus V2 phone

The Saygus V2 has a spec list fit to make the most hardened Android geek drool with anticipation. We went hands on with it at MWC in Barcelona
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Hands on: SlimPort Nano-Console

We went hands-on with the SlimPort Nano-Console at MWC and found it to be a smart way to mirror your mobile device to the big screen for gaming, browsing, or movies.
WooBots

These awesome wooden robots transform into ships, cars, and trucks with a few twists

Looking for something a little different? How about a wooden car that transforms into a robot? The WooBots are five, super-cute, wooden transformers.
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Why is wireless charging taking so long to arrive? We ask an expert

Wireless charging technology is gaining real traction, but there are still problems to overcome. We take a look at the obstacles to wider adoption and talk to the Wireless Power Consortium’s John Perzow about what’s next for the Qi standard.
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Hands on: LittleBits Gizmos and Gadgets Kit

Budding engineers and inventors will find inspiration in the LittleBits Gizmos and Gadgets kit, as it offers a box of electronic components with easy-to-follow guides for projects.
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These gadgets and fashion in Spectre let you live out the fantasy of being 007

Want to emulate suave super-spy, James Bond? We hope you’ve got deep pockets for the gear from his latest outing, Spectre.
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Is smartphone addiction real? We ask the experts

Are you addicted to your smartphone? Do you feel anxious without it? Maybe it's a compulsion or obsession. We asked the experts about smartphone addiction.
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6 Moto X Style Pure Edition problems, and how to fix them

Moto X Style Pure Edition problems keep cropping up. We take a look at some common issues and offer up useful advice and tips on how to fix them.
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10 handy Moto X Style Pure Edition tips and tricks

There are different customization options and shortcut features on phones, but they’re not always obvious. Here are some Moto X Style Pure Edition tips.
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Afraid of cell phone radiation? We tried an app that tracks it

Find out how much radiation your cell phone emits with Cellraid's new Quanta Monitor and Guard apps. This Finnish startup raises awareness about SAR levels.
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Xperia Z5 Premium vs. Xperia Z5 vs. Xperia Z5 Compact: Which Sony phone is right for you?

If you're unsure which Sony Xperia Z5 smartphone is the one for you, then check out our spec comparison. We break down the pros and cons of each.
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Acer gives us another look at the Windows 10 Jade Primo, a phone that thinks its a pocket PC

Acer teased the Jade Primo Windows phone with Continuum at IFA in Berlin. The Phone is a PC in your pocket, Acer says.
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Fonesalesman features its FurniQi furniture to facilitate wireless charging

Fonesalesman just unveiled a new line of wireless charging furniture that uses the popular Qi standard. The first release in the FurniQi range is a side table.
Screen Time for Kids

Are screens scrambling our kids’ brains? We asked an expert

Are your kids constantly glued to a tablet, smartphone, or TV? Do you know what they’re watching? We asked an expert how much screen time is too much.
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5 gadgets that are either genius or insane

We take a look at some of the stranger gadgets from IFA 2015 and ask whether they're genius ideas or a little bit crazy. Take a look and decide for yourself.
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15 awesome new iOS 9 tips and tricks to try out

Apple’s mobile OS gets richer with each update. Have you fully explored its hidden depths? Come on in for a run through of iOS 9 tips and tricks.
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This is definitely the droid you’re looking for: Hands-on with Sphero’s BB-8 toy

The new BB-8 droid that appeared in the Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer has already landed in toy form thanks to a partnership between Disney and robot-makers Sphero. We got to play with it at IFA.