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Holobox and Reality Reflection

Take a hike, Alexa: Wendy’s a beautiful digital human ready to be your friend

The next generation of virtual assistants could look, sound, and act like real people. SK Telecom's HoloBox is home to Wendy, a digital human created in painstaking detail to help overcome our fear of living with a virtual companion.
Android Oreo Go

You need to know how Android Oreo Go Edition is different from Android One

Android Oreo Go Edition is a new version of Google's Android mobile operating system, but what is it, and where does it fit alongside Android One?
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Huawei CEO teases upcoming P20, targets 2019 for 5G-connected phone

In an interview with Digital Trends, Huawei CEO Richard Yu teased several forthcoming devices from the company, including the P20 and a 5G-connected phone.
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DT Daily at MWC 2018: Sony Xperia XZ2 phones, Android Go slims down, lifi lights up

Today on DT Daily from MWC2018: Sony unveils two new Xperia XZ2 phones with 960fps HD slo-mo, PureLiFi's 'light wifi' could be the best way to connect, Android Go OS brings smartphone smarts to cheap phones.
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DT Daily at MWC 2018: Will Nokia’s 8110 banana phone steal the show?

Mobile World Congress is underway and DT's Andy Boxall has this roundup of the day's news, including the new Samsung Galaxy S9, some cool tablets from Huawei, and Nokia's fun throwback 8810 banana phone.
STK X2 review

STK X2 hands-on review

British phone brand STK has launched the STK X2, a mid-range phone at a decent price, that contains all the right features to make it desirable to smartphone newcomers.
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New Huawei MediaPad M5 tablets are a video binge-watcher’s dream

Huawei has launched three MediaPad M5 tablets at MWC 2018. The MediaPad M5 Pro comes with a stylus included in the box.
LG V30s Hands on

LG V30S ThinQ hands-on review

LG has launched the LG V30S ThinQ, a revised version of the LG V30 with new artificial intelligence features, and a slight technical specification bump. We've tried it out.
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Land Rover Explore Hands-on Review

It may have the Land Rover name on the front, but the Explore is not only for people who own the world’s greatest SUV. It’s for anyone who loves the lifestyle that goes along with the Land Rover
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This beautiful, unique one-handed watch started life as a doodle on a coaster

Mechanical watches are simple compared to smartwatches; but for Swiss Reimagined, they’re not quite simple enough. The team decided to do something about it. The result is the SNGLRTY, watch.
Tap Strap

Wear your keyboard like a pair of brass knuckles with Tap Strap

The Tap Strap is an amazing wearable keyboard that turns gestures into taps, so you'll never need to touch your keyboard or touchscreen to type out a text message or email again.
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Bluesmart Cabin 22 Hands-on Review

Bluesmart, a pioneer in smart luggage, has a new lineup of connected bags with improved features, de-sign, and tracking system. But, do you need it? Here’s our Bluesmart Cabin 22 hands-on review.
Honor View 10 vs Oneplus 5T camera shootout

The $500 question: Can the Honor View 10 beat the OnePlus 5T in a camera shootout?

If you’ve got $500 in your pocket for a new smartphone, should you buy the OnePlus 5T or the Honor View 10? To help make a decision, we put the two cameras through some tests to see which is best.
Asus ZenFone 4

Here’s how to use the Asus Zenfone 4’s best camera features

Master the Asus ZenFone 4 and its versatile wide-angle rear camera, and strong selfie camera, with our guide to its top 5 camera features.
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Huawei responds to dispute over dubious Mate 10 Pro reviews on Best Buy website

The Huawei Mate 10 Pro will soon go on sale in the United States through several online retailers, but don't believe the reviews on Best Buy's website.
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Google Pixel shipments double, but fewer than 4 million were sold in 2017

The number of Google Pixel phones sent out into the world during 2017 totaled less than 4 million, according to recent data.
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Casio G Shock GPW-2000 Gravitymaster review

In our Casio G Shock GPW-2000 Gravitymaster review, we establish whether adding Bluetooth connectivity to a watch turns it into a smartwatch, or enters a new category entirely.
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Xiaomi CEO vows more global expansion and renewed assault on China market

Xiaomi's founder and CEO has written a rousing, and very public, open letter detailing his ambitious plans for the next few years.
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Sibling rivalry: Honor View 10 vs. Huawei Mate 10 Pro camera shootout

When the Huawei Mate 10 Pro and the Honor View 10 go head-to-head in a castle-themed camera shootout, which one comes out ahead? We find out.
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The Nanocase uses graphene to make your iPhone’s battery last longer

The Nanocase uses graphene in its construction to dissipate heat from your iPhone to make the battery last longer.
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Asus Zenfone 4 review

You probably best associate Asus with computers, but it also has an extensive range of smartphones, and one of the most reasonably priced is the ZenFone 4. Here’s our review.
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Honor 9 Lite hands-on review

Honor has started 2018 with another strong smartphone announcement. It’s the Honor 9 Lite, and it’s a mid-range, very reasonably-priced phone with four camera lenses, and a beautiful design. Here’s our Honor 9 Lite hands-on review.
Honor 9 Lite

4 cameras and a mirror-like finish make the midrange Honor 9 Lite stand out

Honor has announced its first smartphone for 2018: The Honor 9 Lite features four camera lenses, a mirror-finish rear panel, and the latest version of Android.
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Thanks Samsung, you’ve ruined Mobile World Congress 2018

MWC 2018 won’t be the flagship smartphone shootout you’re expecting, because powerhouse Samsung is debuting the Galaxy S9, and everyone else is terrified.
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Samsung’s jailed chairman freed after sentence reduced and suspended

An investigation into a South Korean political scandal has grown to include the Samsung Group, and top executives face strong accusations.
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Sony CEO Kaz Hirai decides to step down after six-year tenure

Sony's CEO Kaz Hirai has stepped down from his role, and current CFO Kenichiro Yoshida will take on the position in April.
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Honor View 10 review

In our Honor View 10 review, we take a look at the new smartphone that’s shaping up to be one of the bargains of 2018.
Razer Phone review

Razer Phone review

In our Razer Phone review, we find out if Razer has succeeded in making the ultimate mobile gaming device, or if it’s a niche phone for a niche audience, outgunned by the industry’s biggest names.
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Here’s how to buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 in the United Kingdom

Ready to buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and live in the United Kingdom? Here's our guide to all the places where you can pick up the Note 8.
LG G6

We want more colorful phones, and LG is delivering with its G6 and Q6 models

LG has refreshed the LG G6 and LG Q6 range with a series of new colors. Already available in several different hues, the new G6 and Q6 models stand out in a crowd of black, silver, and gold phones.
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Google’s $1.1 billion ‘big bet on hardware’ deal with HTC is final

Google has closed the deal to acquire part of HTC's smartphone team, and a non-exclusive license for HTC's intellectual property, as part of a, "big bet on hardware."
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Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 review

You need to see the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2. Not only does it connect to GSM 4G LTE networks in the U.S., but it’s also a great value, high-performance beauty.
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What is a hybrid smartwatch? The ideal wearable for watch fans

Not interested in touchscreen smartwatches? What about a hybrid smartwatch? If you're new to the world of wearables, you may not know what these traditional-looking watches can do, so here's our guide to introduce you to this desirable piece of tech.
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Fujitsu in talks to sell mobile division and leave smartphone business behind

Fujitsu is reportedly in talks to sell off its mobile division to a Japanese investment firm, and leave the phone business behind.