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Look out LeEco! Xiaomi is testing its phones in the U.S. and plans to launch within two years

It looks like Xiaomi wants to follow LeEco's lead and launch its phones in the U.S. The company has reportedly been testing its devices on U.S. networks.
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Google brings Hangouts to version 14, includes app shortcuts and new menus

Google has updated Hangouts to version 14.0, bringing a number of new features to the app. The most notable change? Android 7.1 app shortcuts.
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Beleaguered Samsung to invest a whopping $1B in its Texas chipmaking plant

Samsung has announced that it's investing a massive $1 billion in chip production in the U.S.
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Vue’s new glasses on Kickstarter are the smart glasses we always wanted

A new Kickstarter campaign has been started for a pair of smart glasses called Vue. These, however, are a little different than Google Glass.
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The ZTE Axon 7 Max launches with a massive 6-inch display and 4GB of RAM

ZTE has taken the wraps off of the Axon 7 Max, which features a hefty 6.0-inch display, along with a cool 4GB of RAM.
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New Google Maps beta lets business owners upload photos of their store

A new Google Maps beta has been released, showing that business owners can now upload photos of their business to be showcased in the app.
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Start getting ready for 5G! Samsung and KT complete early trials in South Korea

It looks like 5G is well on its way to becoming a reality. Samsung and KT have completed early trials of the new technology.
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Patch will use ‘magical math’ to solve Google Pixel’s camera lens flare problem

Google has acknowledged the camera flare issue plaguing the Pixel and Pixel XL's camera, and has said that a software update will be out soon.
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TomTom Touch review

Gone are the days when TomTom was only a GPS company – now its into fitness tracking. But can the Touch compete with the plethora of other options?
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Loop tablet is the perfect gift for your technology-hating grandparents

A new tablet called the Loop has been released, bringing new technology to a generation that may otherwise avoid it.
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The Xiaomi Mi Mix uses some pretty slick tech to replace its proximity sensor

The Xiaomi Mi Mix has made waves in the tech world for its unique design, but the design isn't the only thing different about the phone.
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Skype is finally getting a fresh, modern new look on Android and iOS

Microsoft is launching an update to the Skype app that should not only make the app look more modern, but make it a little easier to use too.
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Apple iPhone 7 vs Samsung Galaxy S7: Which flagship is best?

The iPhone 7 is here, offering a number of huge improvements over the iPhone 6S. That said, how does it stack up against Samsung's much-lauded Galaxy S7?
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Google Messenger 2.0 brings unread message badges — on certain Android devices

Google has updated Messenger to version 2.0, bringing a number of visual tweaks as well as unread message badges.
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Apple beats fourth-quarter revenue estimates, but sees iPhone sales fall

Apple has pulled off huge growth for the fourth quarter of 2016. However, the company sees its iPhone sales continue to fall.
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TomTom Spark 3 review

There’s no shortage of fitness trackers and sports watches by any means, but that does not prevent TomTom from having another shot at its popular Spark line with the Spark 3.
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AT&T’s spying practices may be larger than previously thought, report says

It looks like AT&T's spying practices are far more wide-reaching than was previously thought -- and it is making a profit from it, according to a report.
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Apple may be further along with iMessage for Android than previously thought

It seems as though the rumors that Apple is developing an iMessage for Android aren't dead yet. In fact, the company may have even made mockups.
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Google could be working on a new VR headset that utilizes eye tracking

According to recent reports, Google's virtual reality plans don't stop with Daydream -- the company may also be working on a headset with eye-tracking.
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Apple launches iOS 10.1, brings Portrait mode to the iPhone 7 Plus

The iPhone 7 Plus has finally gotten its long-awaited portrait mode, allowing users to take snapshots of others with a blur effect added to the background.
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The new Google Keyboard has a cool GIF search tool — but it’s a bit hidden

The latest version of the Google Keyboard finally adds a searchable GIF section -- but the feature is a bit hidden.
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Someone just used Apple Pay to buy a $1 million Aston Martin

Apple Pay is great for day-to-day purchases, but apparently it's great for buying more expensive things, too. Like cars, for example.
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Latest Google app update adds Lite Mode for its most data-conscious users

Google recently updated the News & Weather app with Lite Mode, allowing users to save on their data use. Now, that Lite Mode is coming to the Google app.
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Hands on: LeEco Le Pro3

LeEco is diving headfirst into the U.S. smartphone market, but how does it fare with the Le Pro 3? We took it for a spin to find out.
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IBM-Apple collaboration continues with launch of education-focused app

Apple and IBM have jointly launched a MobileFirst app for schools called Watson Element For Educators.
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Want a smaller version of the LG V20? It's called the LG V34 Isai Beat

LG released a new version of the V20 in Japan, called the V34 Isai Beat. But what makes the device special? It's waterproof.
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Print photos straight from your smartphone with HP's pocket-size Sprocket

HP has released the Sprocket, a pocket-size printer that lets you print photos from your smartphone while on the go.
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Apple could build the next iPhone's fingerprint sensor right into the display

The next iPhone could have a fingerprint sensor built right into its display if Apple's latest patent becomes a reality.
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The Galaxy S8 may be Samsung’s only premium smartphone for 2017, report says

Samsung may be cutting the Galaxy Note from its smartphone lineup in 2017, according to recent reports. The Galaxy S8 will be its only premium phone.
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Apple could gain 5-7 million users due to Galaxy Note 7 fiasco, analyst says

While Samsung is going through one of its mobile divisions biggest failures, Apple could seriously benefit, according to KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
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I ate a pizza made by a robot in the back of a truck, and it was delicious

Zume Pizza is the latest Silicon Valley startup to be making headlines, largely because of the way that it automates the pizza-making process.
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Apple just released a fix to a Verizon iPhone 7 connectivity issue

Verizon users of the iPhone 7 have been noticing a few connectivity issues with their devices. Apple has now released a fix to the problem.
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New Android banking malware steals your data with the snap of a selfie

A new malware has been making the rounds on Android that attempts to steal your identity -- by having you take a selfie with your government-issued ID.
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Peek inside the former coal power plant Apple is preparing to call home in London

Apple has chosen a new location for its London HQ -- the Battersea Power Station. The historic landmark will house offices, restaurants, and more.