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Meet the new Huawei Nexus 6P, Google’s latest flagship phone

Featuring a 5.7-inch WQHD display, new Snapdragon processor, and larger camera pixels, the Huawei Nexus 6P is Google's latest flagship.
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Fun, paint-splattered HTC Desire 530 proves funky design doesn’t need to cost a fortune

The HTC Desire 530 may not be the most expensive or most powerful phone out there, but it does have a fun and funky design. We go hands on.
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MasterCard partners with Coin to provide secure mobile payments solutions

MasterCard is looking to improve its relationship out in the mobile payments space, and that's why it has partnered with Coin.
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This is why feel-good ads dominate the Super Bowl

Super Bowl 50 is set to be one of the most-watched TV events in U.S. history, and one of its biggest attractions will be its commercials. But what makes a Super Bowl ad work? And why are serious ads so rare? We ask the experts.
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Is your phone conflict free? If it's from Apple or Samsung, no, says Amnesty International

Do you own a conflict phone? You probably do, according to Amnesty International. The organization accuses smartphone makers of using conflict minerals.
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Coming soon to your local library: Wireless hotspots you can borrow for free

Libraries are always conjuring up new ways to help their communities, and in a few libraries free hotspots are the latest thing you can borrow
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Saving frames and saving lives at this year’s AGDQ, a week-long charity gaming marathon

Saving frames, killing animals, AGDQ 2016 has it all for gamers looking to watch their favorite games. Here's short look at the week-long gaming marathon.
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T-Mobile CEO John Legere responds to Binge On outrage from customers, EFF

T-Mobile is in a bit of a spat over Binge On over concerns that it's more of a throttling service than anything else. CEO John Legere responds to critics.
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Mediatek announces host of new hardware for IoT, wearable devices

MediaTek is firing up CES 2016 with three new chipsets, designed to provide a host of functionality to devices of all shapes and sizes in 2016.
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How HTC went from smartphone trailblazer to barely breathing

HTC is off the top-50 of Taiwan's stock exchange, and continues to feel the burn as users flee. Here's all about the downfall of a once great Android maker
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Skybuds are wireless earbuds that live and charge in your phone case

Looking for wireless earbuds without the extra clutter? Skybuds might have you covered with a built-in charger and storage case for your iPhone.
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Privacy comes at a price: Super secure GranitePhone is yours for $850

Looking for a smartphone that's s secure as Fort Knox? The Sikur GranitePhone is built from the ground up with security and secure messaging in mind.
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It’s official: We’re (completely) out of IPV4 Addresses in North America

IPV4 exhaustion has finally hit North America, and we're at last out of all available IPV4 Address blocks, leaving many emerging markets in trouble.
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Can you use Xperia phones underwater? We dive into Sony’s waterproof retraction

Sony is giving mixed messages on just how waterproof its Xperia phones are, according to information on the Xperia support site.
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All about LTE-U and how it might affect your Wi-Fi signals

Qualcomm is developing LTE-U with carriers like T-Mobile and Verizon to speed up cell service, but it may affect your Wi-Fi signal
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The highs, lows, and uncertain future of T-Mobile as the ‘Uncarrier’

T-Mobile has been calling itself the Uncarrier of the wireless industry. 18 months later, is this really the case or is it all just a big markeitng move?
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Xperia Z4 Tablet set for June 29 launch in the UK, comes packaged with keyboard

Looking for a new flagship tablet? Sony has you covered at MWC with its new Xperia Z4, sporting a 64-bit professor, super-thin design and long battery life
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Technology to prevent train accidents exists, but Congress may delay its implementation

Technology exists that forces trains to slow down or stop if they are driving too fast, but federal funding and other concerns delay its implementation.
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Microsoft’s new free Visual Studio Code app makes coding easier

At BUILD 2015, Microsoft has announced Visual Studio Code, free software for intelligent code analysis and editing on the fly.
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Razer opens Nabu X social fitness band sales with $50 two-for-one offer

Looking for a smartband to compliment your gaming lifestyle? Razer's updated Nabu X smartband brings new functionality and an even lower price point
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How the Apple Watch will help make Android Wear a huge hit

Believe it or not, after the Apple Watch is good news for all smartwatches, even Android Wear, thanks to Apple's focus on fashion and growth.
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Facebook’s new Messenger lets you send GIFs, track packages

Facebook is revealing new ways to interact on Messenger at its F8 conference. A new platform lets you send GIFs, track packages, and more from your phone.
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More than 800 Flappy Bird clones still exist: Here are a few of our favorites

According to ZEDGE, more than 800 Flappy Bird clones exist, some of them with some absolutely ridiculous names. We found a few you just have to see
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Verizon will begin carrying the Nexus 6 on March 12th: Here’s everything we know

The Nexus 6 is now available to buy directly from Google, plus with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint. We've got all the details on the device, plus news on how much the big new phone will cost.
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Zuckerberg wants to get people from Zambia to Ghana online (and on Facebook)

How do we get the rest of the world to start using the Internet? Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg touches on helping promote access among new users
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How smartphones, Oreos, and hashtags have changed Super Bowl ads forever

Oreo proved back in 2013 that social media can win the Super Bowl for advertisers, but as other brands like Nationwide demonstrated during last night's game, sometimes when you try to bottle lightning, you get zapped.
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This portable device battery is waterproof and as tough as military equipment

Looking for a new external battery that can handle thick and thin? The Poseidon external battery is waterproof, shockproof, and designed to military specs.
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5 hideous gadgets from CES that prove tech designers still don’t get it

Some smartwear suffers from looks only a mother could love. Here's a horrific look at the coolest ugly technology we saw during this year's show.
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Here be dragons – or the latest seasons of Game of Thrones, Veep, and Silicon Valley this April

We've at least heard from HBO about the 2015 premiere dates for Game of Thrones, Silicon Valley, and Veep - all three will premiere on one night in April
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BlackBerry announces new Internet of Things platform, Android Wear app

BlackBerry has announced a new platform for our growing world of embedded devices, known as the Internet of Things, plus an Android Wear app for BBM.
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Epson’s new ‘active’ series of wearables will help you perfect that golf swing

Epson's new wearables for your wrist, eyes, and golf club help you improve your lap times, augment your viewing experience, and perfect that golf swing
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Every one of GE’s new Connected Profile appliances has an app to use it smarter

GE has unveiled a new line of Connected Profile smart appliances at CES this year, featuring ways to minimize waste you generate and maximize connectivity.
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Updated: Can’t log into Twitter on Android or TweetDeck? You’re not alone

Twitter appears to be down for Android users, while Tweetdeck users are experiencing a strange 365-day old bug with new tweets.

Nanotips uses nanotechnology to make any pair of gloves touch-friendly (Updated)

Sick of the few and pricey touch-enabled gloves there are on the market? Maybe it's time to get your hands on Nanotips
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Microsoft reveals three new Lumias with improved camera features

Microsoft has announced its own trio of smartphones at IFA this year, including the Lumia 830, 730 and 735 Dual SIM
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BlueLight gives college students an easy, more accurate way to alert police

Keeping safe on campus is now a little easier with the BlueLight app, giving students a way to accurately notify authorities of their location and status
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Listen to cops, pilots and truckers by turning your phone into the ultimate radio

For less than thirty dollars, you can tune into local law enforcement, track aircraft, and more using your Android Device and RTL-SDR
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This bicycle light is waterproof, rechargeable, and brighter than a flare

Looking for a new light for you bicycle? The Orfos Flare provides 360-degree visibility with its bright, waterproof, long-lasting LED lights.