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Apple and Samsung nabbed 35.3 percent of the smartphone market in Q2 2017

Analysts at IDC report that smartphone vendors shipped 341.6 million phones worldwide, down 1.3 percent from the same quarter a year ago.

Mobile News

August 5, 2017

Got a Galaxy S8? It's now compatible with Google's Daydream virtual reality platform

Thanks to a software update, you can use Daydream on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. Here's how to set up Google's virtual reality platform.

Mobile Guides

August 2, 2017

How to keep yourself safe from Chinese spyware on budget Android phones

Chinese Android software transmitted personal data including text messages, call details, and contacts from tens of thousands of phones.

Mobile News

August 1, 2017

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Mophie’s 19,500mAh Powerstation XXL external battery features a USB-C port

Mophie's new Powerstation XXL packs a USB-C charger that delivers up to 30 watts to any plugged-in device. But how well does it work?

Mobile Reviews

August 1, 2017

Apple fails to end lawsuit that claimed it purposely broke FaceTime on iOS 6

A judge ruled that iPhone 4 and 4S users can pursue a nationwide class action lawsuit claiming Apple "broke" FaceTime intentionally.

Mobile News

July 31, 2017

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Lenovo Moto Z2 Force vs. Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus: Can a newcomer take out the reigning champion?

Lenovo has finally taken the wraps off a new flagship smartphone, the Moto Z2 Force. But is it enough to best Samsung's Galaxy S8 Plus?

Mobile Best-ofs

June 15, 2022

Charter and Comcast are reportedly in merger talks with Sprint

Despite a proposal from Sprint to merge with Charter Communications, it appears that no such deal will be made. At least, not for now.

Business News

July 30, 2017

The uncomplicated Skagen Signatur Hybrid smartwatch starts at $175

The newest smartwatch, the Skagen Signatur Hybrid, doesn't boast a whole lot of bells and whistles, but it won't break the bank either.

Mobile News

July 30, 2017

Google’s SOS Alerts feature brings real-time crisis info to Maps and Search

Google's SOS Alerts feature, which will begin appearing in the company's Maps and Search apps, highlights real-time information in a crisis.

Mobile News

July 30, 2017

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Your next phone could charge in milliseconds with Drexel’s battery breakthrough

Mxene, a nanomaterial engineered by researchers at Drexel University, could pave the way for batteries that recharge in tens of milliseconds.

Mobile News

July 26, 2017

Here’s how to get Lenovo’s new Moto Z2 Force smartphone on the cheap

The Lenovo Moto Z2 Force smartphone is finally here, and we've rounded up every retail and carrier listing in one convenient place.

Mobile Guides

August 10, 2017

These are the best “find my car” apps for Android and iOS

Can't seem to find your ride? This list of best "find my car" apps for iOS and Android can help you get to your car in no time.

Mobile Best-ofs

April 26, 2022

Verizon slowed down YouTube, Netflix, and other video streaming services as part of a "test"

Verizon Wireless admitted that it throttled traffic on its mobile network -- including streams from YouTube and Netflix -- as part of "test."

Web News

July 23, 2017

These STEM coding toys will entertain your kids while teaching them about programming and robotics

If you're looking for the best STEM toys to get your kid interested in programming or technology, look no further than our list.

Emerging Tech Guides

June 15, 2022

Amazon Pay Places expands to more brick-and-mortar stores

Amazon Pay Places, one of the online retailer's first forays in brick-and-mortar payments, now works at select TGI Friday's locations.

Mobile News

July 19, 2017

Glass is back! Google takes the wraps off Glass Enterprise Edition

Google Glass, Google's heads-up AR headset, is back in Glass Enterprise Edition. It's a new version designed for industrial applications.

Mobile News

July 18, 2017

Feeling peckish? These food porn apps are a feast for the eyes

If you've been swept up in the recent food photo craze, not to worry. We've rounded up the best food porn apps to whet your whistle.

Mobile Best-ofs

April 21, 2022

Watch YouTube on a screen bigger than reality with Samsung Gear VR

Got a new Samsung Gear VR headset and don't know where to start? Here's how to watch YouTube on a Gear VR, and more.

Computing Guides

July 14, 2017

Make your budget phone better with these Moto E4 tips and tricks

The Moto E4 is offers a polished experience, but it's capable of more. Here are 7 Moto E4 tips and tricks to help you get the most out of it.

Mobile Guides

July 13, 2017

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Australian government wants to break WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger encryption

The Australian government is proposing legislation that would break the encryption of chat apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger.

Mobile News

July 17, 2017

KFC’s ketchup-colored smartphone has an etching of Colonel Sanders

KFC's commemorating its 30th in China anniversary with a limited edition, Huawei-made smartphone that's launching exclusively in China.

Mobile News

July 12, 2017

Louis Vuitton’s $2,450 smartwatch will drain your savings account (and looks great)

Louis Vuitton, a luxury fashion brand with a lot of history, is stepping into the future with the $2,450 Tambour Horizon smartwatch.

Mobile News

January 27, 2018

Bixby Q&A, a part of Samsung’s assistant, can answer all your burning questions

Bixby's Open Q&A, a component of Samsung's artificially intelligent assistant, answers basic questions about people, places, and things.

Mobile News

November 26, 2017

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Here’s a list of the best Google Assistant commands for iOS and Android

Google Assistant makes for a great secretary, but the virtual assistant is capable of far more. Here are the best Google Assistant commands.

Mobile Best-ofs

March 30, 2021

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China orders mobile carriers to disallow access to virtual private networks

Chinese authorities have instructed mobile carriers to disallow access to virtual private networks, or VPNs, according to Bloomberg.

Mobile News

July 10, 2017

Google might be adding an always-on display mode to the Pixel

Google Pixel smartphones may be getting an always-on display mode that lights up the Pixel's screens when a notification comes in.

Mobile News

July 7, 2017

Google's new G Suite security feature lets administrators approve or deny apps

Google's new security feature for G Suite apps allows administrators to approve or deny access to sensitive information by third-party apps.

Computing News

July 7, 2017

Here’s how to stop SIM fraudsters from draining your bank account

SIM swap fraud, an increasingly common form of SMS messaging fraud, has destructive potential. Here's how to recognize the signs.

Mobile Guides

December 29, 2017

Google’s Triangle app gives you full control over your apps’ data usage

Google's Triangle app, which launched in the Phillippines in late June, gives you granular control over how your phone' apps use data.

Mobile News

June 30, 2017

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Canada's Supreme Court rules that Google must block websites worldwide

Canada's Supreme Court has ruled that Google would have to impose injunctions issued by the country's courts worldwide.

Mobile News

June 29, 2017

Google has redesigned Google News, its web portal for breaking stories

Google News, Google's one-stop shop for breaking and developing news stories, has been redesigned from the ground up.

Mobile News

June 15, 2018

Yahoo Mail just got a major redesign and new ad-free subscription options

Yahoo Mail, a radical reimagining of the 20-year-old web mail service, sports a brand-new look and new ad-free subscription options.

Mobile News

June 28, 2017

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 1200 chips have built-in LTE for always-on connectivity

Qualcomm, the company that supplies the chips for hundreds of wearable Android devices, has a new platform -- the Snapdragon Wear 1200.

Mobile News

June 29, 2017

Qualcomm reveals new phone fingerprint sensors that slot beneath glass

Qualcomm's new fingerprint sensors are the first to sit beneath a smartphone's display. They detect gestures, too, and can read heart rate.

Mobile News

June 26, 2017

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