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Google Chrome 59 for Android will load your web pages 10-20 percent faster

Google has updated Chrome for Android to version 59, bringing with it a number of great features -- such as faster web page loading.
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Livemap's augmented reality motorcycle helmet could launch next summer

Livemap is attempting to bring augmented reality to the motorcycle helmet, and showed off a new prototype at Augmented World Expo.
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Apple's redesigned App Store brings cleaner look puts new apps front and center

Apple has taken the wraps off of a totally redesigned App Store for iOS 11, its latest and greatest mobile operating system.
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The Augmented World Expo proves AR isn’t ready for prime time, but it’s still pretty cool

Augmented World Expo was home to all the latest and greatest AR announcements -- but is it ready for consumers yet?
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4G explained: A guide to LTE, LTE-A, WiMax, HSPA+, and more

We've updated our guide to 4G with more information on AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon. Read on to learn what 4G is.
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The M.Y. Misfit lets you mix and match your favorite fitness-tracker styles

Looking to create your own fitness tracker? Misfit has launched a tool to mix and match Misfit's tracker styles, called M.Y. Misfit.
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Adobe’s Document Cloud for mobile can now turn your PDFs into editable text

Adobe has launched a significant update to its Document Cloud apps, which now let you take photos of a document it can then turn into text.
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OnePlus launches new referral program right before expected OnePlus 5 launch

OnePlus is expected to unveil the OnePlus 5 in the near future -- but in the meantime it has taken the wraps off a new referral program.
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Apple is reportedly working on a dedicated AI processor for its devices

According to a new report, Apple is working on a dedicated chip to power the artificial intelligence in some of its future products.
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One Nexus 5X lawsuit is dismissed as LG vows to maintain or replace devices

Over the past few months, LG has been taken to court over bootloop issues affecting a variety of its devices, including the Nexus 5X.
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Mark Zuckerberg returns to Harvard to address the graduating class of 2017

Twelve years after dropping out of Harvard, Mark Zuckerberg gave the commencement speech for the class of 2017.
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1Password's 'Travel Mode' hides devices' data when you're entering another country

1Password's latest update to its app is aimed at helping hide personal data during unwarranted searches while you're traveling abroad.
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Facebook's Trending Topics now offers a carousel featuring diverse news sources

Facebook has pushed an update to its Trending Topics section to now show a carousel of news sources instead of just one.
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The Honor Band A2 has an OLED display and heart-rate monitor for only $30

Honor has launched a follow up to the Honor Band A1. Called the Honor Band A2, the device now has a display and a heart rate monitor.
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LeEco is reportedly planning massive layoffs to its U.S. workforce

It looks like LeEco may be scaling back a little. According to a report, the company will announce massive layoffs on May 23.
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Google aims to improve Daydream content with new Elements virtual reality app

Google has launched a new app aimed at educating developers on best practices for virtual reality. The app is called Daydream Elements.
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Samsung wants to make it easier for kids to jump into the realm of virtual reality

The Samsung Gear VR is the most popular virtual reality headset out there, and Samsung could soon make it more focused toward kids.
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Here is everything we saw at Google I/O 2017

Google's biggest developer conference kicked off on May 17. Here's everything we've seen from the conference so far.
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The LG Stylo 3 Plus comes with a Full HD display and only costs $225

LG has launched a slightly more powerful version of the LG Stylo 3, called the LG Stylo 3 Plus -- a phone that comes with a Full HD display.
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HTC U11 vs. Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Can Android champ beat Apple’s flagship?

HTC has finally taken the wraps off of the U11, its latest and greatest flagship. But can the phone beat out Apple's current flagship?
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New patent shows a radically different Apple Watch with a flexible display

Apple is working hard on the future Apple Watch, and a new patent has been published that could show the direction it's going.
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An unreleased version of the Google Pixel launcher shows up at Google I/O

The Google Pixel launcher is one of the best out there, and a new version of the launcher has shown up at Google I/O.
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Google now lets you pay for things on your phone with any of your saved cards

Google is expanding its Payments API to now let users pay for things with any card it has on file -- not just those saved in Android Pay.
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Google Photos makes it easier to share your shots, create physical photo books

Google is pushing a major update to the Google Photos app, now suggesting photos to share with your friends after you take them.
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The latest Amazon Fire 7 and Fire HD 8 tablets are slimmed down and powered up

Amazon has taken the wraps off of a refresh of the Fire 7 and Fire HD 8 tablets, which sport a slightly refined design and new colors.
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Samsung may have already sold 5 million Galaxy S8 units to users

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is shaping up to be quite a high seller. According to recent reports, the company has already sold 5 million units.
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HTC U11 vs. Google Pixel: Can HTC’s latest beat Google’s first phone?

HTC has finally unveiled the new HTC U11, its latest and greatest phone. But can it beat the Google Pixel, the stock Android champion?
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Get Samsung’s latest Galaxy J3 midrange phone from AT&T for just $180

Samsung has launched the 2017 version of the Samsung Galaxy J3. It boasts 1.5GB of RAM and 16GB of storage.
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Samsung hopes nostalgia will drive sales of a modernized flip phone

According to a recent report, Samsung is preparing to announce yet another flip phone. This phone will include a fingerprint scanner.
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Samsung’s Tizen is more popular than Google’s Android Wear

For the first time ever in the smartwatch market, Samsung's Tizen operating system has overtake Google's Android Wear.
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Google's latest patent filing hints at a sleep sensor that tracks your movement

Google could be working on a new sensor that better tracks your sleep, according to this patent, which described an infrared-based device.
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McAfee’s antivirus software is coming pre-installed on the Samsung Galaxy S8

McAfee and Samsung have formed a partnership, and the result is that McAfee's software will come pre-installed on Samsung devices.
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With eye on future, Periscope brings 360-degree live-streaming to Android app

Periscope has updated its Android app to include support for 360-degree video. Unfortunately, only a few cameras support the feature.
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Facebook is using AI to make language translation nine times faster

Facebook has built a new artificially intelligent language translation system, which it claims is nine times faster than other software.