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Michael Bay just walked off stage during a Samsung presentation

Michael Bay just got frustrated and walked off stage during Samsung's big CES presentation in Las Vegas. He complained about the script type and then couldn't explain how his movies benefited anything.
Audio / Video News
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Hands on: LG Lifeband Touch Fitness Tracker and Heart Rate headphones

We try out LG’s Lifeband fitness bracelet and Heart Rate Earphones, the company’s first fitness-tracking products.
Mobile Reviews
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Asus at CES: AT&T gets PadFone, VivoTab attacks Samsung, and ZenFone unveiled

Asus has unveiled a range of new products today, including a new PadFone destined for AT&T, its first standalone Android device, the ZenFone, and the VivoTab Note 8, a new tablet aimed squarely at Samsung's Note line of products.
Mobile News
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Nokia Lumia 1520 review

We review the Lumia 1520, Nokia’s last, and possibly best Windows Phone, and the first phablet for the platform
Mobile Reviews
Death to the disc

Death to the disc! 5 ways for streaming music to reign supreme this year

Music streaming services like Spotify are growing quickly and displacing CDs and MP3s as the default way we engage with music, but they aren't without defects. Here are 5 ways all of these services could greatly improve.
Mobile Guides
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The 4 hottest Android tablets of 2013 square off in our side-by-side spec comparison

LG G Pad 8.3, Nexus 7 (2013), Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0, and the Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 7-inch go head-to-head in this spec showdown.
Mobile Best-ofs
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8 futuristic tech predictions from Spike Jonze’s new film ‘Her’

We explore the many new ideas Spike Jonze presents in his new movie 'Her,' which stars Joaquin Phoenix as a man who falls in love with an artificially intelligent operating system.
Mobile News
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Best mobile product of 2013: Google Glass

Our favorite mobile product of 2013 is Google Glass. The epic eyewear began to trickle out to developers in 2013, and we just couldn't stop talking about it all year. From controversy to excitement, Glass stories have been all over the map.
Mobile Best-ofs
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Review: ‘Her’

We review 'Her,' a a fascinating tale of love, technology, and what it means to connect with someone - or something.
Gaming Reviews
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Give Saga the keys to your life, and it will help you drive

We interview Andy Hickl, the CEO of ARO and creator of Saga, an app that hopes to get you lifelogging, and usher in a new age of notifications. But is Saga ready for prime time?
Mobile News
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Microsoft can’t give its Windows Phones away (literally)

Microsoft has been running sales and promotions for Windows Phone, but they may need to up the ante, according to the experiences of one Redditor who waited in line for hours for a Lumia 1020 only to be just about the only person in line.
Mobile News
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Spotify is now free on Android tablets and iPad, but phones must shuffle

Spotify has launched a new free music-streaming option for Android and iOS users. The ad-supported service allows users to select a limited number of tracks, with the company hoping many will eventually switch to its enhanced subscription service.
Mobile News
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Don’t propose to your girlfriend yet! The Smarty Ring is on the way

Put that smartwatch back on the shelf because the Smarty Ring is moving in. A ring that promises a watchface, notifications, and more, it has come out of its Indiegogo campaign fully funded and should start production soon.
Mobile News
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Golden proof that the HTC One is the best looking phone of 2013

We got the chance to hold a $2,500 gold HTC One in our hands today and we walked away impressed.
Mobile News
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LG G Flex Review

We review the G Flex, LG’s first attempt at a big, curved Android phone. Can it match up to rivals like Samsung? Let’s find out.
Mobile Reviews
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Love scotch and Ron Burgundy? Then this is the game for you

There's now an Anchorman 2 game out for Android and iPhone.
Mobile News
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Please, do not buy a BlackBerry phone (even if you like BB phones)

Please, do not buy a BlackBerry phone this holiday season. We like BlackBerry 10 and most BB phones, but here is why we cannot recommend them anymore.
Mobile News
5 hottest Android phones

The 5 hottest Android phones of 2013 square off in our side-by-side spec comparison

Android has a lot of suitors. The biggest makers of phones all have devices made to show off the OS. Which flagship Android handset is the best? We take a look.
Mobile Best-ofs
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Spotify opens site to claim just how good it is for music artists

Spotify has gone on the offensive, launching a new portal for artists that gives them analytics on who is listening to their music and spends a lot of time explaining why Spotify is good for the music industry.
Mobile News
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Do you want to be a Google Glasshole? Act like this guy

From the guy who showed us just how annoying business people on Bluetooth headsets are, we now learn just how frustrating it will be to walk around a mall with Google Glassholes.
Mobile News

Android KitKat doesn’t want to talk sex, but it’s happy to discuss drugs

A report on the Android KitKat dictionary reveals that its list of banned words from autocorrect is a lot more restrictive than we thought.
Mobile News
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Stick with a Rolex: Why you shouldn’t give a smartwatch this season

Smartwatches like the Galaxy Gear are one of this holiday season's hottest new items, but do you really want to buy one? Here's why you may want to hold off on the watch until next year.
Mobile Guides
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You can now recharge your phone with the Hammer of Thor

You can now buy a small replica of Thor's hammer that comes complete with lights, sound effects, and a 10,400mAh battery.
Mobile News
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Apple officially owns the company that made Microsoft’s Kinect

Apple representatives have confirmed that it has made a deal to purchase PrimeSense, a 3D sensor company.
Mobile News
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Super Mario 3D World review

We review Super Mario 3D World, Nintendo’s Wii U sequel to its 3DS hit. Will a 3D multiplayer Mario game help save the Wii U? It might.
Gaming Reviews
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Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom review

We review the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom, which we have high hopes for. Is it better than the sum of its parts, or disappointing as a phone and camera?
Android Mobile
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Apple iPad Mini 2 review

The new iPad Mini is here and we’ve got a full review. Whether you’re considering an upgrade or choosing a tablet for the holidays, this review will guide you on Apple’s new iPad.
Mobile Reviews
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This 1-inch sensor might reshape your golf, baseball, or tennis game – and it’s out now

Zepp's fancy sports sensor is now available for purchase and will be in Apple stores soon. It records every stat you could imagine for baseball, golf, or tennis.
Mobile News
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This ‘smart trench coat’ comes with a 4G hotspot built into it, and a phone charger

The first smart trench coat has arrived, packed with nano-infused fibers, a battery charger, and a 4G LTE connection, this coat will keep you warm and connected in the cold winter.
Mobile News

Stop counting reps, this workout tracker does the heavy lifting (and a lot more) for you

Push armband tracks your workout in ways you only with your Fitbit or Fuelband did.
Mobile News
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I used my gadgets on takeoff and the plane didn’t crash

The FAA just made phone use during airplane takeoff an acceptable activity after saying it was bad for almost 50 years. Here's what happened on my first gadget-filled flight.
Mobile News
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This new Android is a KitKat-astrophy (for our health)

We unwrap the dark secret behind Google's new Nestle-branded Android OS. Is Android KitKat just another fun dessert, or is Google up to something far more sinister?
Mobile News
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Lenovo Yoga Tablet 10 review

Lenovo tries hard to make a hit tablet with the Yoga Tablet, but misses the mark when it comes to software.
Mobile Reviews
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Lenovo Yoga Tablet 8 review

Lenovo tries hard to make a hit tablet with the Yoga Tablet, but misses the mark when it comes to software.
Mobile Reviews
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