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Apple’s A11 Bionic chip destroys the competition in new benchmark results

Apple's processors have long outperformed the competition, and it looks like things are no different with the new A11 Bionic chip.
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iPhone 8 Plus vs. Google Pixel XL: How do the two flagship phablets differ?

Apple has finally launched the new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, but how does the larger headset compete with the much-lauded Google Pixel XL?
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Mobile vulnerabilities on the rise, according to new report

According to a new report from Zimperium, more mobile vulnerabilities were discovered in the first half of 2017 than all of 2016.
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Slick new Armani smartwatch adds some needed style to Android Wear

While Armani first entered the smartwatch world earlier this year with a hybrid, the company is back with an Android Wear 2.0 watch.
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Apple finally embraces wireless charging with new iPhones, AirPower charging mat

Apple has finally taken the wraps off of the new set of iPhones, all of which boast wireless charging capabilities.
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AT&T extends its offer of free HBO to Unlimited Choice plan users

AT&T wants more people to sign up to its Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Choice plans, and is sweetening the pot with free access to HBO.
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AT&T workers to protest outsourced jobs at Apple’s iPhone 8 launch event

Apple may get a few unwanted guests at its iPhone launch event -- protestors taking a stand against AT&T's low wages.
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You can download the new iPhone's wallpapers onto your phone right now

The new iPhone is set to be launched, but we have a day-before leak highlighting some of the new wallpapers to show up in iOS 11.
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Lenovo Moto X4 vs. Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact: Is more expensive actually better?

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is here, boasting some great specs in a somewhat small package. But can it beat the Lenovo Moto X4?
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Following earthquake, wireless carriers offer free calling from U.S. to Mexico

Following the tragic Mexico City earthquake, mobile carriers have begun allowing customers to call and text to Mexico for free.
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Michael Kors Access Grayson smartwatch review

In our Michael Kors Access Grayson review we test an Android Wear smartwatch that trades features for style.
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Venmo competitor Zelle is finally launching a mobile app

You may not have heard of Zelle, but if you use mobile banking in the U.S. it's likely you've used it before. Now, it's getting a mobile app.
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The feed in your Google app is about to get a whole lot more personalized

Google first launched "the feed" in the Google app late last year, but a new update introduces some big improvements.
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LG V30 vs. iPhone 7 Plus: Can LG’s new flagship take out Apple’s champion?

The LG V30 is here, but how does it fare against the competition? We pit LG V30 vs. iPhone 7 Plus to find out.
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Here are the best LG V30 cases to keep your new phone safe

Looking into buying the LG V30 but want to keep it nice and protected? Here are the best LG V30 cases out there.
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Everything you need to know about the Honor 9

Honor has taken the wraps off of the Honor 9 in China, and there are hints the phone is on track for an international release.
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T-Mobile will unveil its next iteration of Un-Carrier on September 6

T-Mobile is prepping its next major Un-Carrier event, and it looks like we'll finally get a look at the next iteration on September 6.
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Learn to do pretty much anything with flash-card-based learning app TinyCards

Flash cards aren't known as the most fun way to learn, but Duolingo is hoping to change that with its new Tinycards app.
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How to use the Amazon trade-in program

The Amazon Trade-In program is great for those who might want to offload their old products -- and get some money in the process.
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YouTube is getting a new logo and "vertical mode" as part of major redesign

YouTube is finally rolling out its massive redesign to the public, complete with a brand-new logo and the new "dark mode."
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What to expect from IFA 2017, and how to watch major live-streamed announcements

IFA is here again, and there a ton of great new products that should show up. Here's everything we expect from IFA 2017.
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Asus Zenfone AR review

The Asus Zenfone AR utilizes a depth-sensing camera to offer augmented reality capabilities. It’s also a Daydream-ready phone, meaning you can use it for virtual reality.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs. Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Can the Note take out the iPhone?

Samsung has finally unveiled the new Galaxy Note 8, but how does it perform when pitted against Apple's much-lauded iPhone 7 Plus?

Bring your iPhone to Virgin Mobile, get a year of unlimited cell service for $1

Virgin Mobile and Apple have announced a partnership that will see Virgin only offering Apple phones going forward.
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Essential Phone vs Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Can the Android newcomer take out Apple?

The Essential PH-1 is finally here, marking one of the more exciting recent Android phones. But can it take on the Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
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Your Google Home smart speaker can now make phone calls for you

Google has finally pushed an update to Google Home that allows the device to make phone calls. For now, it calls through an unknown number.
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Qualcomm depth-sensing tech could turn your phone into an AR powerhouse

Qualcomm has announced its next-generation Spectra camera tech, which brings a number of pretty serious improvements.
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LG will enable the FM radio chip on its future smartphones

You might not be aware, but your phone has an FM radio chip built right in -- though most of the time its not enabled. LG is changing that.
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YouTube Music gains ability to download songs, albums, and playlists

Google has added a new feature to YouTube Music that now allows users to save songs, albums, and playlists for offline listening.
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Samsung built a bizarro flip phone with smartphone-caliber specs

Samsung has unveiled its latest phone -- a flip phone called the Samsung Leader 8, which boasts flagship specs.
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Google tweaks Google Play search results to surface best-performing apps

Google has tweaked the search algorithm on the Google Play Store to now prioritize the better-performing apps.
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Verizon’s new program gives it permission to track your digital history

Verizon has launched a new rewards program called Verizon Up -- but while it may sound like a good deal, there are some issues with it.
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Hundreds of fraudulent trading apps pulled from Google Play, Apple App Store

More than 300 fraudulent binary trading apps have been pulled from Google Play and the Apple App Store after an investigation.
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Android O could bring a Bluetooth battery indicator for your headphones

According to a recent report, Android is set to get a battery status indicator for Bluetooth-connected devices like headphones.