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Most Android exploits mentioned in the Wikileaks dump have been patched

Among the CIA files dumped by Wikileaks were Android exploits, but Google said that most were patched in the latest version of Android.
Web News
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Flo uses AI to track period-related symptoms and offer suggestions

Periods can be tough to manage, but the AI-powered Flo app for smartphones makes it a little bit easier for all involved.
Mobile News
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This Google algorithm can detect cancer more accurately than a human doctor

Don't look now, but a computer -- not a human -- might make your next medical diagnosis. Google has made an algorithm that detects cancer.
Emerging Tech News
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Report: Apple placating China with ad policies affecting Chinese-language media

Apple may be censoring ads in China at the behest of local government officials. It's seen as an attempt to curry favor with the regime.
Business News
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Apple has patched critical iPhone exploits mentioned in the Wikileaks CIA dump

The CIA may have embarked on an effort to hack iPhones, but Apple said that many of the exploits were patched in the latest version of iOS.
Computing News
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The WebMD skill for Amazon’s Alexa can answer all your medical questions

WebMD, the popular medical resource on the web, is making its way to Amazon's Alexa voice assistant. It's live now.
Smart Home News
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Kuri is now better than ever at recognizing faces, responding to spoken commands

Kuri, the cute little smart home robot from Bosch-backed Mayfield Robotics, is getting improved facial and voice recognition via an update.
Emerging Tech News
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VoxEra is a tiny device that makes international calling and texting essentially free

VoxEra, a diminutive device that plugs into your home router, can save you big on international calling and texting charges.
Mobile News
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Jury orders Time Warner Cable to pay $139M for infringing on Sprint patents

Time Warner Cable, now a part of Charter Communications, is on the hook for $139.8 million for violating Sprint VoIP patents.
Mobile News
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‘Liquid glass’ promises to protect your phone from bumps and scratches

ProtectPax, a new crowdfunding project, promises to protect your smartphone's screen from scissors, nail files, car keys, and other objects.
Mobile News
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Cool Cousin connects users with like-minded locals in more than six cities

Cool Cousin, a new travel app for mobile devices, connects travelers to knowledgeable locals who can provide personalized recommendations.
Mobile News
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Turkish regulators will look into whether Google violated antitrust rules

Google is in hot water with Turkish regulators over potentially monopolistic practices -- specifically regarding its Android operating system.
Mobile News
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Here are the flat-out craziest virtual reality demos we saw at Mobile World Congress

You might not think of VR as phone tech, but it was out in full force at Mobile World Congress. We sought out the best the show had to offer.
Mobile News
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Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler blasts his replacement, supports net neutrality

Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler recently joined the board of IoT firm Actility. He sat down with Digital Trends to talk about it.
Web Features
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Apple may introduce augmented reality functionality into the iPhone’s camera

Apple may be planning to integrate augmented reality capabilities like object recognition and facial detection into the iPhone's camera app.
Mobile News
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Mymanu’s Clik earbuds instantly translate between 37 languages — even offline

The Clik, wireless earbuds from Manchester-based startup Mymanu, can translate between 37 languages offline, in real time.
Mobile Features

Google’s Allo messenger gets GIF sharing, animated emojis in latest update

Google's Allo messenger is getting smarter. It's gaining new emoji, an easier way to access the Google Assistant, and more in an update.
Mobile News
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Neura AI collects data from your devices to learn your routine, keep you healthy

Neura AI, an artificial intelligence startup, feeds on data from more than 55 Internet of Things products to build a perfect profile of you.
Mobile Features
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Google, Bharti Airtel, and SK Telecom partner to roll out next-gen networks

Google is teaming up with Bharti Airtel and SK Telecom to improve network speeds, reliability, and features.
Business News
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These Smart Stamps validate a concert ticket by stamping your phone

You've heard of stamps, but you've probably never heard of Smart Stamps. They're ink-free stamps that validate digital smartphone tickets.
Mobile News
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The Beoncam is a crazy 360-degree camera you strap onto your wrist

Spacemap's Beoncam isn't your average 360-degree camera. It ships with a wrist strap that doubles as a companion smartphone screen.
Mobile News
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This crazy audio software can make your smartphone sound like a Hi-Fi system

Dirac Research, a Swedish audio company, is a veritable pioneer in the areas of VR and smartphone audio. We checked the firm out at MWC.
Mobile Features
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KnowRoaming’s virtual SIM technology makes it easier to roam internationally

One of the most annoying things about international travel is getting cheap data. But KnowRoaming makes it easier for ZTE Blade V8 owners.
Mobile News
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Must-have Chrome extension Nope turns away your most annoying co-workers

Breather, a new Chrome extension, provides a means of escape from annoying colleagues with a browser extension that rings your phone.
Mobile News
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Cog Systems took HTC's One A9 and made it almost invulnerable to viruses

Cog Systems, a mobile software security firm, has designed a custom system for the HTC One A9 phone that protects against malicious apps.
Mobile News
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11 million Asiacell subscribers in Iraq to get free access to Wikipedia

Wikipedia and Asiacell announced a partnership that will see the carrier grant 11 million Iraqi customers free access to Wikipedia.
Web News
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DarkMatter says its Katim phone is secure enough for heads of state, corporations

DarkMatter's Katim phone boasts more security features than most computers. It offers end-to-end encryption, a secured bootloader, and more.
Mobile News
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Open Garden’s internet connectivity solution targets emerging markets

Open Garden's MeshKit provides peer-to-peer connectivity in regions of the world where wireless internet comes at a premium.
Mobile News
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Sony Xperia Ear open-style earbuds let you listen to music, the world around you

Sony's wild new Xperia Ear open ear concept headphones use bone conduction to let you hear the ambient noise around you.
Mobile News
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Oppo’s 5X camera tech uses a custom prism to take incredibly clear photos

Oppo's 5X camera technology, which the company revealed at Mobile World Congress 2017, promises to deliver an unprecedented level of clarity.
Mobile News
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AT&T's new data plans are cheaper than before, but not necessarily better

AT&T announced new unlimited data plans -- Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Choice -- to combat offerings from Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint.
Mobile News
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The Invoxia NX 200 desk phone is an ode to a technologically handicapped past

The Invoxia NX 200 transforms your smartphone into a capable desk phone, but that's not necessarily a good thing.
Mobile News
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The Edge card stores all of your debit and credit accounts in a single physical card

The Edge is an electronic payment card that consolidates all of your debit, credit, and loyalty accounts in one.
Mobile News
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What to expect at MWC 2017: LG G6, Huawei P10, BlackBerry KeyOne, more

Mobile World Congress is one of the largest tech shows in the world. Here's what we expect to see from some of the highest-profile brands.
Mobile News
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