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AT&T chooses the aging Galaxy S4 Mini as its first 4G phone with HD Voice support

AT&T has announced the Galaxy S4 Mini will be its first 4G smartphone to support HD Voice, which uses VoLTE technology. While this is exciting, the phone itself is a little behind the times.
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This unusual looking device is the world’s first braille cell phone for the blind

UK company OwnFone has launched what it calls the world's first mobile phone with braille keys, making it suitable for use by the blind. Interestingly, the firm 3D prints the custom covers for the device.
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YouTube to snap up video game streaming site Twitch for $1 billion

A new rumor report says YouTube is in the final stages of a deal to acquire Twitch, the live streaming video game website, and that it'll be paying $1 billion. It's not final yet though, and other reports say it's not even close to being agreed.
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12-inch Surface Pro 3 tablet could join Surface Mini at Microsoft’s May 20 event

Rumors are gathering that Microsoft may have a larger Surface Pro 3 tablet to launch alongside its new Surface Mini during the planned May 20 event. Leaked specs suggest it'll have a wide-range of options, and a large 12-inch screen.
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The HTC One M8 now comes in blue and red, but you may have to wait to buy one

HTC has launched the One M8 smartphone in two new colors, a striking Aqua Blue, and a surprisingly bright red. However, the two new versions have been given a restricted release, and are only available in certain countries.
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Samsung has more tablets to show us, calls Galaxy Tab event for June 12

Samsung will hold an event in mid-June, which from the information on the invitation, will be the launch pad for a series of new Galaxy Tab tablets. Interestingly, we've been hearing rumors about a Galaxy Tab S range for a while now.
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Xiaomi targets the iPad Mini with $240, Tegra K1-powered Mi Pad tablet

Xiaomi is fast becoming the Chinese manufacturer to watch. It has proved this with the launch of the Mi Pad, its first tablet, which comes with a 7.9-inch high resolution display, and a brand new Nvidia Tegra K1 processor.
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Google wants you out and about in Glass, adds new travel apps to make it happen

With the release of Foursquare, TripIt, and OpenTable apps for Glass, Google is encouraging owners to wear their smart specs when traveling or just out exploring the neighborhood.
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New HTC One Mini 2 keeps the One M8’s looks, but loses the Duo Camera

HTC has announced the One Mini 2 Android smartphone, a follow-up to last year's One Mini, and the first spin-off device from the brand new One M8. There are a few differences, including a standard 13-megapixel camera instead of the Duo Camera setup.
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ZTE launches the Concord 2 on T-Mobile, ready to take on the Moto E

ZTE isn't going to take Motorola's recent charge into mid-range smartphone stardom lightly, and has announced the Concord 2 for T-Mobile and MetroPCS. Can it beat Motorola's new Moto E?
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Prestigio’s first Windows Phone leaked, complete with leather clad body

What could be the first phone from new Microsoft partner Prestigio may have been leaked. The company was one of two new additions to the Windows Phone family announced during Build 2014, where a prototype phone was briefly revealed.
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Leaked Uni8 smartphone hints at a return to Windows Phone for LG (Updated)

A mysterious LG smartphone known as the Uni8 has been leaked, and rather than running Android, it's shown with Microsoft Windows Phone 8 installed. Is it evidence of LG's return to the world of Windows Phone?
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Motorola reveals the Moto G Ferrari Edition, but forgets to add more horsepower

Motorola has been very busy this week, and in addition to the new Moto E and the 4G LTE Moto G, it has also revealed a special Ferrari edition of the Moto G too. Sadly, it's only available to Ferrari fans in Mexico at the moment.
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Samsung expected to launch its Google Glass competitor in September

An anonymous source inside Samsung has revealed the company wants to reveal its Google Glass competitor, known as Gear Glass, during the IFA 2014 tech trade show. If so, it'll almost certainly join the Galaxy Note 4.

Lenovo’s new ThinkPad is convinced it’s a tablet and an Ultrabook

Lenovo has announced the ThinkPad Tablet 10, which runs Windows 8.1 and a quad-core Intel processor. It's the latest in a line of models which combine tablet convenience with the usefulness of an ultrabook.
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Motorola introduces the $130 Moto E, and adds 4G LTE to the Moto G

Motorola has announced the Moto E, a low cost Android smartphone with a 4.3-inch screen, and a 4G LTE version of the popular Moto G. Both will be on sale before the end of the month in the U.S. and the UK.
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LG’s G Pad tablet range is growing with new 7-inch, 8-inch, and 10.1-inch slates

LG has pre-announced three new G Pad tablets. Although details on each are slim at the moment, we do know the range consists of a 7-inch, an 8.inch, and a 10.1-inch model, all of which run Android.
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Meizu opens the Meizumart, where the octa-core MX3 smartphone is yours for $400

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Meizu has opened the Meizumart, its own online store serving international buyers. Inside it sells the 5.1-inch, octa-core MX3 phone from $400.
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California passes ‘kill switch’ law, requiring smartphones to have a self destruct option

A revised version of the controversial smartphone kill switch bill has passed in California. Should it become law, the bill states all phone sold in the state must come with remote anti-theft technology installed.
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ZTE Open C, complete with Firefox OS 1.3, now available to buy through eBay for $100

ZTE has put the new Open C smartphone on sale for $100 exclusively through its own eBay store. It's a basic device which happens to run the latest version of Mozilla's Firefox OS software.
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LG can’t wait for the G3, debuts its Quad HD display on Japan-only Isai FL smartphone

After confirming its 2560 x 1440 pixel, Quad HD touchscreen had passed through international certification channels, LG and Japanese network KDDI announced the Isai FL smartphone, which has the screen fitted to it.
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Why the viral video ‘Look Up’ is sentimental nonsense

The Look Up video, which says we should stop looking at our phones and talking through social networks, is a viral sensation. But it's also a dangerous piece of propaganda which could end our quiet and peaceful lives.
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HTC’s having a one day sale on the One M8, and its yours for $100

HTC is holding a one day sale on its brand new One M8 smartphone, and it's yours for $100, provided you sign-up for a two-year contract through AT&T, Sprint, or Verizon. You'll have to be quick though.
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Samsung’s head of mobile design resigns, but don’t expect many major changes just yet

Samsung's head of mobile design has resigned, making way for the man responsible for the Galaxy series of smartphones to take the position. Will it force a change in Samsung's mobile designs?
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Huawei launches the super slim Ascend P7, with an 8-megapixel selfie cam and 4G LTE

Huawei has launched the Ascend P7, its newest, sleekest, and perhaps most attractive Android smartphone yet. It's the sequel to the Ascend P6, and brings several key spec upgrades with it, including an 8-megapixel selfie camera.
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Crowdfunding to make crazy smell-o-vision accessory the oPhone a reality in June

The oPhone is the world's first scent-based messaging system, and although it sounds like crazy science-fiction, it's almost a reality. You'll be able to pre-order it through Indiegogo in June.
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UK supermarket Tesco to release a Galaxy S5-style Android phone later this year

UK supermarket Tesco has revealed plans to release its own smartphone before the end of the year. The device is said to have a competitive price tag and a specification which compares to the Galaxy S5.
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Twisty, turny faces could be the future of smartwatch control systems

A group of engineers have come up with a possible solution to our smartwatch control woes. The idea is to twist and turn the entire watch face, avoiding the need to prod and swipe at the tiny display.

Apple, Google, and others are defying gov’ts to tell us when we’re being spied on

Policy alterations taking place at several major technology companies mean in the future, they will inform more customers about government and law enforcement requests for your private data.
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The PaperFold could be the folding, modular, multi-screen future of smartphones

The PaperFold is a prototype smartphone which can either have a single, double, or triple screen layout, depending on your needs. Once connected, the screens adapt to the apps being used, increasing functionality.
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Samsung wants to talk about your health before Apple does

Samsung has called the press to an event in San Francisco, where it wants to talk about health. The specifics of the conversation aren't mentioned, but the timing may be more to do with one-upping Apple than launching new products.

These sunglasses connect to your phone, so don’t ever forget them again

Tzukuri may have solved that annoying problem of losing your sunglasses. By inserting an iBeacon chip inside its new frames, these specs connect to your iPhone and will alert you if they get left behind.
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Motorola teases a new smartphone that’s made to last, and priced for everyone

Motorola has announced a press event for May 13 in London. The invitation confirms we'll be introduced to a new smartphone, and intriguingly, says that it'll be made to last, and priced for all.
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OnePlus One: Sales start in May, wider availability expected in late June (Updated)

OnePlus, the company started by a former Oppo vice president, has launched its first smartphone. It's called the OnePlus One, and has been designed to be the very best smartphone possible.