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The Oculus Rift was never going to include Touch controllers at launch, Luckey says

Oculus' Palmer Lucky says that the company was never going to include hand-tracking controllers with the Rift headset at launch.
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Twitter's algorithmic timeline is here to stay, here's how to turn it off

Twitter may have enabled its new algorithmic timeline by default, but that doesn't mean it can't be turned off. Here's how.
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Now you can share your favorite audiobook moments with Audible's Clips feature

Audible is going social with 'Clips,' a feature that allows your to share sections of your favorite audiobooks online or with your friends.
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NFC mobile payments make this classic-looking Bulgari watch smart

Bulgari has announced a new watch that includes an NFC chip, enabling users to use their watch for contactless payments and unlocking doors.
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An Acer Chromebook 14 is on the way, according to leak

According to an FCC filing, Acer is set to release a new Chromebook, which will be the company's first with a 14-inch display.
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Twitter’s new Windows 10 Mobile app retains dark theme, adds camera support

Windows 10 Mobile users will now have access to Twitter's new app for the platform, which is optimized to perform differently depending on display size.
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New Stagefright exploit could scare millions of Android users

A new report suggests that a newly discovered Stagefright exploit could affect as many as 36 percent of those using Android devices.
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This rugged Android Wear smartwatch can swim with the fishes and keep ticking

Nixon's first smartwatch is an Android Wear watch that's fully waterproof up to 330 feet. It also boasts smart features for surfers, snowboarders, and more.
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Comcast tries to bully users into signing 3-year contracts

Comcast will be charging double the normal price for its gigabit Internet for those who don't want to sign a three-year contract.
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Mash-ups and remixes may soon be on the Apple Music set list thanks to Mixbank

Apple Music will soon be streaming remixes and mash-ups thanks to a partnership with Dubset, which will be handling the copyright behind the scenes.
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MyZone’s new fitness app lets everyone compete together, regardless of ability

MyZone has announced a new app that offers users the ability to stream music and chat from within the app.
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Google’s new game developer tools let you livestream gameplay and try before you buy

Google's new tools for Android game developers mean you'll soon be able to stream sessions to YouTube and try out games straight from search results.
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AT&T dodges data-throttling class-action lawsuit

AT&T has evaded a class-action lawsuit for data throttling, but the company is still to face legal trouble from the FTC and FCC.
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Sensoria and MyZone announce chest-monitoring fitness garments

Sensoria and MyZone have announced a partnership that will see a new line of smart garments, which will work with the MyZone fitness coaching app.
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Donald Trump decided to boycott Apple, then decided not to

If Twitter is to be believed, Donald Trump seems to have forgotten entirely about his Apple boycott.
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This startup builds robo-houses that read your behavior and anticipate your needs

A company called Brain of Things wants to completely automate your home, from the lights, to the appliances, to the window blinds.
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You could soon be wearing a pair of Snapchat smart glasses

Snapchat may be looking to get into the wearable tech business, having recently made hires specifically in wearable tech hardware.
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Closing apps with Multitasking on your iPhone is pointless, Apple confirms

Apple software SVP Craig Federighi has laid to rest an old myth -- closing apps via Multitasking does not in fact have an effect on your battery.
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Future versions of Google Now will work offline and learn your preferences

A research paper from Google reveals the company is working on a version of Google Now that is able to work without an Internet connection.
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Wikipedia’s new iOS app will give you the information you’re looking for

Wikipedia has refreshed its app for iOS, putting an emphasis on personalization, ensuring that users can quickly and easily find content they want to read.
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Nest can now use your phone to tell whether you’re home or not

The Nest smart thermostat has received an update that will essentially allow it to tell whether or not the user is home, adjusting accordingly.
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If you say you're a developer, you can get the Google Pixel C for $375

Google today announced the Android N developer preview, and to start developers off with the new software it is offering a hefty discount on the Pixel C.
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This offline GPS maps app almost covers the entire planet, minus a handful of islands

A GPS app called Sygic has recently gotten a selection of new maps, essentially meaning that the app now offers maps for "every UN recognized state."
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Facebook Lite reaches 100 million users, now its fastest-growing app

Facebook says its stripped-down app, Facebook Lite, has reached a hefty 100 million users, making it the company's fastest-growing app.
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FBI quietly changes rules on how it handles NSA data, to the benefit of privacy

The FBI has changed the rules about how it handles NSA data, reportedly making a move that may improve citizen privacy.
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Atlanta, Chicago, and Indianapolis have the country’s best mobile networks, study says

Where does your city rank? A new report by RootMetrics highlights the cities in the U.S. with the best cellular networks.
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Skype quietly kills TV app because most people just use their phones nowadays

Microsoft has announced that the Skype TV app will no longer be supported because of the simple fact that most people Skype on their smartphones.
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Yik Yak isn’t so anonymous anymore: Now you need a user name

Yik Yak is known as the anonymous social media network, however users will now need to create user names, or handles.
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25 percent of smartphone users have ad blockers, according to survey

According to a new survey from mobile marketing company Tune, as many as 25 percent of smartphone users in the U.S. and Europe have ad blockers installed.
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You no longer need an invite to sign up for Google’s Project Fi cell service

Google has announced that its Project Fi smartphone service is now open to anyone, as long as they have one of the few smartphones needed.
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You can now hail a Lyft ride straight from Facebook Messenger

Lyft has announced a new developer program that will enable users to hail rides straight from apps like Facebook Messenger.
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Apple must cough up $450 million in ebook price-fixing case

The Supreme Court has rejected Apple's appeal in a case alleging that the company fixed ebook prices with publishers.
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The BlackBerry Priv is now available at Verizon with its QWERTY keyboard

Verizon is now offering the BlackBerry Priv smartphone, which includes a physical keyboard and runs Android.
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Snapchat gives baseball fans an inside look at the dugout and bullpens

Snapchat and MLB have announced an expansion of their deal, in which players will contribute to Live Stories and use SnapBat selfie sticks.