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Apple wants to improve its AI offerings by collecting more of your data

Apple is getting more serious about artificial intelligence. But how is it going to improve? Well, by collecting more of your data.
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Researchers are programming robots to learn as human babies do

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon are taking a new approach to robotics -- they're programming robots and teaching them like human babies.
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Sony may launch a whopping five new phone models at Mobile World Congress 2017

It looks like Sony might have a big year at Mobile World Congress 2017. In fact, reports suggest that the company could launch five phones.
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Super-sleek, newly updated Huawei P8 Lite 2017 gets a U.K. release

Huawei has taken the wraps off of a new version of the P8 Lite. It features a sleek new design and some serious upgrades under the hood.
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Flexible LCDs will be available from Japan Display as soon as next year

Apple supplier Japan Display is reportedly on track to be able to offer flexible LCD displays as soon as next year.
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Lackluster sales of LG G5 shoulder part of the blame for LG’s $224M quarterly loss

LG just posted its results for Q4 of 2016, noting some pretty lackluster results. The cause? Slow sales of the G5.
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HTC: Phones featuring the Snapdragon 835 processor won’t be launched at MWC

According to HTC, MWC this year might not be as exciting as we might have hoped -- that's because the Snapdragon 835 won't show up.
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Samsung: Competition between its Bixby, Google’s Assistant will push AI forward

According to Samsung, while Google may not be so happy about the launch of Samsung's Bixby, the competition could help push AI.
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The final Android Wear 2.0 developer preview brings one very important feature — iOS support

The final developer preview for Android Wear 2.0 is here, bringing a slew of great new features. The best new feature? Full iOS support.
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RunKeeper offers suite of new features for iOS app; Android version in the works

RunKeeper has launched a new update for iOS, bringing a number of great new features -- including the ability to more easily share stats.
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New functionality could soon lead to Google's Chrome OS in tablet form

Chrome OS is getting more and more functional, and the operating system now supports Android apps. Could that result in Chrome OS tablets?
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Samsung is developing its first smartphone with Tizen 3.0

Samsung is reportedly developing a phone called the Samsung SM-Z250F, a phone that could be the first to feature Tizen 3.0.
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T-Mobile's new "One" plan, with no hidden fees, is rolling out now

T-Mobile announced a new and improved "One" plan earlier this month, and now that plan is rolling out to customers.
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Google’s Instant Apps allows you to use apps without installing them

Google announced Instant Apps at Google I/O in May and now the company is finally testing those apps with a number of developers.
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Snapchat is finally rolling out its streamlined interface revamp to iOS users

Snapchat is finally rolling out its big interface revamp to iOS users. The update brings features like a new and improved search bar.
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Apple AirPods users are reporting dropped connectivity during phone calls

Apple's AirPods are largely hailed as a great accessory for iPhone 7 users -- but they don't come without their issues.
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Sonos’ smart speakers could one day integrate with all digital assistants

Sonos' new CEO wants the company's speakers to play a little nicer with the likes of Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
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OneDrive for Android takes the hassle out of deleting backed-up photos

Microsoft's OneDrive for Android is getting some new features that should make it easier to delete photos after they are backed up.
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Google is about to shut down legacy versions of its Drive apps suite

If you're running old versions of Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides on Android or iOS, you'll need to update soon.
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Could our cells one day be connected to our smartphone? Research suggests yes

Researchers have conducted new research that suggests that our cells could one day be used to track health on a much deeper level.
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Sony Xperia XA successor shown off once again in newly leaked photos

Renders of the follow-up to the Sony Xperia XA have been leaked online, showing that the device could be brought in-line design-wise with the Xperia XZ.
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Google acquisition could make it easier for developers to create apps

Looks like Google is buying (part of) Twitter, after all. The companies have announced that Google will acquire Twitter's developer products.
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Google’s $20 Project Fi referral program has been extended ‘indefinitely’

Google has launched a referral plan for Project Fi that will give customers a cool $20 for each person they persuade to sign up.
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Microsoft's ebook store is finally coming in April — here's what it looks like

Microsoft is finally building an ebook store for its users, and we now have a look at what that store will look like.
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Foxconn is looking to build a new plant in China to make Apple prototypes

Foxconn is reportedly looking into building a new plant in Shenzhen, China. What for? Apple prototyping, apparently.
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This is how Google ensures the Play Store remains free from potential malware

Google works pretty relentlessly to ensure there's as little malware as possible on the Google Play Store.
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Fake Android Instagram apps have been stealing login credentials from users

Security researchers have discovered a series of fake Instagram apps on the Google Play Store that aim to steal your username and password.
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Federal Trade Commission hits Qualcomm with a lawsuit over its licensing practices

The FTC has sued Qualcomm, alleging that the company is abusing its dominance in the mobile industry by charging extra fees for patent use.
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As AT&T makes major acquisitions, Verizon may be mulling one of its own

It looks like Verizon could be prepping another major acquisition -- the company's CEO is reportedly interested in buying a cable company.
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Huawei could be prepping new flagship tablet for Mobile World Congress 2017

It looks like Huawei is preparing to release a new tablet at Mobile World Congress this year -- the Huawei MediaPad T3.
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Unsure if your Android phone is certified or not? Google Play Store will now tell you

Google has long struggled with manufacturers who don't go through the usual channels to use Android -- but now it seems to be cracking down.
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Lenovo P2 officially launches in India with a massive 5,100mAh battery

Lenovo has launched the new P2, featuring a 5,100mAh battery, options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, and gray or gold colors.
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A new LG smartwatch featuring Android Wear just earned FCC certification

It looks like LG is preparing a new smartwatch for 2017 -- an LG watch has passed through FCC certification, suggesting it could launch soon.
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Turn your Apple Watch into a tiny Macintosh via this new stand from Elago

The Apple Watch is an amazing device, but it's also very modern. If you're feeling nostalgic about the good old days, this stand is for you.