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Tuesday 31 January 2017

Apple Music will be including music from Prince starting on February 12

Prince's catalog of music will be available on Apple Music, among other streaming services such as Spotify and Pandora beginning on February 12, the New York Post reports. Right now, Prince's music is only available on Tidal. Prince's music was pulled from all streaming services other than Tidal 19 months ago. Since his passing, his estate has been...

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An actual Fitbit smartwatch is definitely happening

Fitbit is working on a real smartwatch, and no, it’s not going to be the pseudo-smartwatch with fitness tracking capabilities like we’ve seen in the Blaze and Surge. This really shouldn’t surprise anyone, though, since Fitbit has been making some big name acquisitions lately, including Pebble and Vector, both of which made some pretty good […]


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Apple’s Q1 2017 report sees the company welcome back growth

Apple has released its quarterly earnings report for its first fiscal quarter of this year, and not only did the iPhone maker make a successful return to growth, it also managed to surpass industry expectations. The latest report reveals revenues of $78.4 billion and earnings per share of $3.36. Those numbers easily surpass the projections made by Wall...

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Origami-inspired radiator from NASA could change shape to warm or cool tiny satellites

origami_radiator_configuration The devices we’re sending into space are getting smaller and lighter, which means there’s less room for bulky and static components. Flexibility and compactness are coming into vogue, and this prototype satellite radiator is inspired by that most compact and flexible of arts: origami. Read More
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Jason Mackenzie leaves HTC after 12 years of service

A longtime HTC employee is leaving after dedicating more than a decade to the company. After 12 amazing years, today is my last day @htc. It was a great run & I feel blessed. Thank you Peter Chou, @cherwang, & TeamHTC. — Jason Mackenzie (@JasonBMac24) January 31, 2017 HTC’s Jason Mackenzie, the now-former Executive Vice […]


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‘BlackPods’ will make your existing AirPods black

A new product called "BlackPods" will make your existing white AirPods turn black. Ever since it's launched, we've heard numerous times that customers simply want a black version of the AirPods. To take it a step further, BlackPods will match the color of your iPhone whether it's Black, Jet Black, or even Space Gray. It uses a three-phase coating...

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Apple’s return to growth was stronger than everyone expected this quarter

tim cook Wall Street and Apple had expected to return to growth this quarter following the holiday season, though it was supposed to be largely incremental. And what it wasn’t exactly a blowout, Apple still pleasantly surprised Wall Street with better results than what was expected. Apple said it sold 78.3 million iPhones — which is its main growth engine — whereas Wall Street… Read More
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Actualizing the Internet of Things all starts with wireless

iot internet of things city While it seems “smart” everything is in full swing, the full realization of the Internet of Things is in essence still on standby mode. Homes are smarter than ever and VR, AR, personal drones and a dizzying array of wearables and medical devices flood the market, but there is still potential for more. Indeed, much of the technology is already baked in, just waiting to be actualized. Read More
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Best coupon apps

Clipping coupons can be such a pain, especially if you don’t have the time to dedicate to it. Plus, although you know you’re saving money, are you saving money on things you actually would’ve bought without a coupon? With so many factors involved, it can be hard to keep up with your standard coupon, and […]


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Future versions of iOS may no longer support 32-bit applications

With the latest iOS 10.3 beta, the operating system has a popup every time you launch a 32-bit application, noting that the app may not work in future versions of iOS. This suggests that iOS 11 (or some version of iOS 10.x) will flat out stop support for 32-bit applications as a whole. 64-bit application support began with the iPhone 5s back in...

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Nintendo delays ‘Animal Crossing’ for Android until April or later

Nintendo has a lineup of mobile games arriving this year. One of its next big titles is Fire Emblem: Heroes, set to launch this coming Thursday. The game after that will be Animal Crossing, but it’s looking like we won’t see that title for a little while yet. The game was supposed to release this […]


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Specifications and price of Galaxy Tab S3 leak ahead of possible MWC 2017 launch

It’s been a while since Samsung first launched the Galaxy Tab S2, around 18 months in fact. It’s successor, the appropriately named Galaxy tab S3, was originally thought to be announced at IFA 2016, but it never appeared. Specifications for Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S3 tablet range have leaked, so join us after the break for […]


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[TA Deals] Clean your laptop with Windows Care Genius Pro! (56% off)

It’s time for you to clean your laptop. Don’t think you need to buy new hardware just because performance isn’t ideal. There are ways to improve performance on existing hardware, courtesy of software that sweeps through and sees what’s going on. Today, Windows Care Genius Pro is our featured deal of the day. It’s a […]


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Android Nougat 7.1.2 now rolling out to devices in the Android Beta Program

The next maintenance release for Nougat is almost here — version 7.1.2. In fact, it’s rolling out to eligible devices apart of the Android Beta Program right now! If you’re signed up for the Android Beta Program, you should see an update available to Android Nougat 7.1.2 on the Pixel, Pixel XL, Nexus 5X, Nexus […]


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Monday 30 January 2017

Twitter to retry efforts to control harassment on social platform

This is a story we have heard before from Twitter, so the only question that remains is whether they can succeed. Similar to previous attempts, several Twitter execs announced this evening that the social platform would begin rolling out new measures this week to try to better control and eliminate harassment and abuse directed at […]


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Razer acquires Nextbit, discontinues the Robin immediately

It’s the end of Nextbit’s run as an independent company, but the future looks brighter than ever before. Razer announced it has acquired Nextbit and will provide the resources necessary to widen the possibilities of cloud computing on mobile devices. Nextbit will be joining Razer as an independent division, both companies announced on social media […]


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Blackphone is sending out updates to brick counterfeit devices

Silent Circle’s Blackphone is a niche device that puts privacy and security front and center. It’s a no-compromise solution for anyone that absolutely needs a powerful but secure device, and it has slowly gained popularity for that exact reason. The bad news about any smartphone getting more popular is that famous devices tend to get knockoff […]


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Researchers create a wireless hydration sensor that tracks how thirsty you are

zhu-hydration-sensors-sidebar-400 A wearable wireless hydration sensor from North Carolina State University will be able to tell how thirsty you are via a chest patch or wrist-worn device. The device is designed to tell you when you might be facing heat stress due to dehydration. “It’s difficult to measure a person’s hydration quantitatively, which is relevant for everyone from military personnel to athletes… Read More
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Samsung ready to launch noise canceling Level headphones with the Galaxy S8

Late last year we heard rumors that Samsung was preparing wireless headphones to launch alongside the Galaxy S8. Some more details have surfaced that make that seem much more likely, but it probably won’t be comparable to Apple’s AirPods or even Samsung’s own Gear IconX. The rumored headphones are still wireless, so don’t worry. Regardless of […]


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Starting today, Apple’s ‘One Night on iPhone 7’ ad will be displayed in 25 countries

In its ongoing "Shot on iPhone" campaign, Apple will be highlighting one specific photo, "One Night on iPhone 7" by putting it on display in 25 countries starting today. Apple created a list for those who shot on this particular night, November 5, 2016, to showcase the low-light capabilities of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus cameras. The photographers...

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The DaVinci IQ is a cyberpunk vaporizer with a nice draw

img_5997 The sky above the port may be the color of television, tuned to a dead channel, but in most hacker dens it’s usually all psychedelics and healthy snacks. And what better way to partake in your favorite psychoactive substances than with a true cyberpunk’s vape? The DaVinci IQ is a black slab designed to heat herbs to temperatures between 230 and 430 degrees Fahrenheit. A grid of… Read More
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Google creates $4 million crisis fund to aid immigration organizations

In response to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump that placed a ban on U.S. immigration from seven predominately Muslim countries, Google has created a crisis fund totaling up to $4 million to support several immigration and human rights organizations. Join us after the break for the details. The immigration ban, which has been […]


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Apple seeds first watchOS 3.2 beta to developers with new ‘Theater Mode’

Apple today has seeded its first beta of watchOS 3.2 beta to developers. This comes about a week since the public release of watchOS 3.1.3. The new beta includes SiriKit support and a "Theater Mode" that prevents the Watch from waking its screen when raising the wrist. macOS 10.12.4 beta 1 is now available for download via Apple's Developer Center. The...

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iPhone 7 Plus took 40% of overall iPhone 7 sales, suggests Apple will continue feature differentiating the models

The decision to place the dual-lens camera on the iPhone 7 Plus only may have been due to space constraints, but the iPhone maker is also improving its bottom line by doing so. Cowen & Co sales estimates cited by the WSJ suggests that the iPhone 7 Plus had a whopping 40% of all iPhone 7 sales. For comparison, the firm says that only 17% of iPhone 6...

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Apple is reportedly removing apps from Iranian developers from the iOS App Store

Apple has reportedly began removing apps from Iranian developers from the iOS App Store. Techrasa reports that Apple removed the app Digikala, a large e-commerce app a few days ago. The iPhone maker has yet to comment on the situation but it's believed that this is due to international trade laws (TechCrunch via 9to5Mac). The App Store opened in Iran...

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Apple’s new ‘Shot on iPhone’ billboard ads were all shot during the same night

one-night-iphone-low-light-1 Apple is introducing a new billboard campaign today. The various “Shot on iPhone” ads have been quite effective. Somehow, seeing a giant photo on a billboard and thinking that it was shot with the phone you could have in your pocket works quite well. Of course, Apple works with professional photographers who know what they’re doing — my photos look nowhere as good. With… Read More
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Fitbit looks to cut up to 10% of its workforce after disappointing Q4 results

Fitbit, expected to announce some very disappointing fourth quarter results tomorrow, could layoff up to 10% of its workforce, according to The Information. As you might imagine, the fourth quarter results were below expectations. They’re expected to cut between 5% and 10% of its workforce, which could affect between 80 and 160 people. According to […]


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T-Mobile is brightening up Tax Season with savings on sales tax

T-Mobile, jokingly saying it “announced its own version of the Boston Tea Party,” will be offering existing and new T-Mobile customers with unlimited data some exclusive savings this tax season starting on February 1. If you are an existing or new T-Mobile customer with unlimited data, you’ll be able to purchase a smartphone and get […]


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LG Watch Style photos and price leaked

LG’s latest entry into the smartwatch market will be the LG Watch Style and a slightly more technically advanced Watch Sport. The Sport variant is still a bit foggy, but some new key leaks have shed some light on the Watch Style. Evan Blass has leaked press images of the Watch Style in silver and […]


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Alleged specifications for Lenovo’s Moto G5 appear on Brazilian retailer’s website

As we get closer to MWC in Barcelona next month the leaks are appearing with increasing frequency. Today it’s the turn of Lenovo‘s Moto G5 to get the treatment, with specifications of the Moto G4‘s successor being laid bare. Join us after the break for more details. The alleged specifications were found listed on a retailer’s […]


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[TA Deals] Set your own price for this Microsoft Office training bundle

People around the world, no matter the field, are using Microsoft Office as their go-to for productivity. On Talk Android Deals, the A to Z Microsoft Office Training Bundle is available at a price that’s decided by you. We’re not even giving this bundle a set price. Why? It’s a Pay What You Want offer. […]


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BlackBerry ‘Mercury’ makes cameo appearance on Tim Allen’s Last Man Standing

With just a few short weeks to go until the BlackBerry ‘Mercury‘ officially launches at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on February 25th, the QWERTY hardware keyboard-toting handset has been spotted making a cameo appearance on Tim Allen’s Last Man Standing. The latest episode of the sitcom shows the former Home Improvement star using […]


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Sunday 29 January 2017

Uber apologizes for “confusion” at JFK during immigration protest

Uber issued an apology following backlash over a decision to saying that Uber passengers could ride to and from JFK international airport in New York without surge pricing amid calls immigration protests. After the enactment of an executive order barring refugees and visa holders from seven countries from entering the U.S., protests gathered at JFK International and the NY Taxi Workers… Read More
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Saturday 28 January 2017

Regarding the immigration executive order, Apple CEO Tim Cook says ‘It is Not a Policy We Support’

Apple CEO Tim Cook today sent out an email to employees regarding the latest immigration executive order from President Trump. In a letter, sent to MacRumors by an Apple employee, Cook made it clear that Trump's order is "not a policy we support." Cook continues to say that Apple's HR, Legal and Security teams are in contact with all Apple employees...

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Apple removes its iCloud Activation Lock checker off of iCloud.com

For an unexplained reason, Apple has removed its iCloud Activation lock checker off of its iCloud web page. The tool used to exist on iCloud.com/activationlock but now redirects to a 404 page. The utility allowed you to type in an IMEI or serial number of an iOS device to figure out if it was Activation Locked. This was especially useful for anyone who...

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Amateur Hyperloop designers face off this weekend on SpaceX’s mile-long test track

mit-hyperloop SpaceX may not be interested in actually designing and making a real Hyperloop — it’s hard to tell how serious anyone is about the idea — but it is happy to promote plucky young engineers who’d like to try their hand at this interesting engineering problem. This weekend, 30 teams from all over the world will test scale models of their pods in a mile-long test track… Read More
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Best data monitoring apps

If you’ve ever accidentally exceeded your data limit in any given month, then you know what a pain it is to pay those astronomical “overtime” fees. Especially if you try to be mindful of your data usage, and still exceed it each month, we recommend you hold on for one more month before increasing your […]


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Friday 27 January 2017

Snap will reportedly file publicly for its massive IPO late next week

Evan Spiegel Snap — the makers of Snapchat — had confidentially filed for its IPO late last year, but it looks like we’ll be getting a look at the inner guts of the company’s financials and workings as early as late next week. The company will file publicly for its initial public offering late next week, according to a new report from Kara Swisher over at Recode. This is yet… Read More
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[TA Deals] Enter to win a Google hardware bundle or Steam gift card!

Beginning today, Talk Android Deals is hosting two giveaways that you won’t want to miss. The main giveaway, worth $857, is for a bundle that includes three Google-made devices. We’re giving away a Google Pixel, a Google Home, and a Daydream View for one lucky winner to enjoy. These are the three major pieces of hardware […]


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Netgear’s Orbi might be the best Wi-Fi router I’ve ever used

main I’m rarely this excited about a wi-fi router. I’ve used Apple gear for years now, replacing Airport after Airport until I found I hit a wall. My house is made of wood, brick, and lathe with a little horsehair and metal sheeting thrown in so I was unable to get good Wi-Fi throughout. I ran powerline Ethernet to the attic and added an Airport Express to speed things up but I was… Read More
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Google Maps gets a ‘parking difficulty’ feature

Google is adding a new feature to Google Maps for Android to help users plan their hunt for a parking space when arriving at a destination. The new feature will provide information on parking difficulty at a destination in 25 metro areas in the U.S. The information will be provided via an icon to help […]


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Google Voice to get VOIP support, Hangouts getting encryption

Just this week Google took the unusual step of rolling out some updates to the oft-forgotten Google Voice app. Voice has been lurking in the proverbial shadows of Google’s portfolio of communication tools, so seeing improvements roll out was unexpected. The bulk of the changes that hit this week were interface updates. New reports indicate […]


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Apple officially joins ‘Partnership on AI’ as founding member

Apple has now officially joined the Partnership on AI artificial intelligence group as a founding member, confirming an earlier report, the organization confirmed today. Apple has joined the Partnership on AI as a founding member. The company has been involved and collaborating with the Partnership since before it was first announced and is thrilled to...

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New legislation will make it easier to open and repair iPhones

Lawmakers in Nebraska, Minnesota, New York, Massachusetts and Kansas have introduced a "Right to Repair" legislation that aims to make it easier for individuals and indie repair shops to open and repair electronic devices, including the iPhone (via Motherboard). The law would require manufacturers to sell individual parts to individuals and indie repair...

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Twitter makes its experience more seamless with new “Explore” tab

Twitter in an effort to condense and make things more seamless has created a new “Explore” tab, which will encompass a variety of categories users had to access individually. It’s worth noting that no Twitter feature is going away — it’s just all being condensed so everything can be found in a single tab instead […]


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Nat and Lo reveal 5 Google games you should know about

Have you ever wondered why there’s a dinosaur shown on the page when you open the Chrome browser and you aren’t connected to the internet? Or perhaps you want to play an old Google Doodle game from months ago? Well, you can learn the mysteries and locations of these burning questions and more by watching Nat & […]


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Original NVIDIA SHIELD TV receives its Nougat update

NVIDIA is rolling out an update for its older SHIELD TV, bringing it up to par with the experience on the newer version. The update brings the device up to Android 7.0 Nougat, which is a plus, but it also adds some goodies from NVIDIA’s own experience upgrade. Many of the newer features are centered around […]


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Check out some pictures of the Galaxy S8

It’s that time of the year when we’re all eagerly waiting for some new details (or an announcement) to come from Samsung about that year’s Galaxy S flagship, but this year we got a pretty exciting surprise that dropped a couple months ahead of launch. We’ve already seen leaks about specs and details, but now […]


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Facebook is launching a small test with Messenger sponsored ads in Australia and Thailand

Facebook is getting ready to move to the next phase of monetizing their Messenger platform. On an announcement made on the Messenger blog, product manager Eddie Zhang shared the company's plans of initiating a "very small test" of ads they will place in Messenger. Zhang shared that they intend to launch this test in Australia and Thailand, as a start....

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Thursday 26 January 2017

Ford’s new SmartLink OBD accessory adds connected features to older cars

e-pid_800x320-with-disclaimer Connectivity features are increasingly included as standard on new vehicles, with cellular modems in particular becoming a popular feature included even in base level trim. Now, connectivity is so important to Ford, that the automaker is actually offering an easy retrofit option to add connected features to Ford and Lincoln vehicles from model years between 2010 and 2016, with SmartLink, a… Read More
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Boeing shows off the spacesuit astronauts will wear on the Starliner

starliner_gallery14_960x600 The commercial spaceflight industry is doing a great job creating new rockets, launch vehicles, and all that good stuff, but spacesuits are still largely stuck in the past. Boeing has publicly debuted what astronauts on its Starliner craft will be wearing, and it looks like a big improvement. Read More
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Things get a little too real in the latest Nintendo Switch ad

toilet-switch The Nintendo Switch is getting closer to its launch date, and now it’s also getting real about how we might use these things. Previous promotional materials depicted the Switch being shared around at amazingly photogenic evening rooftop parties, but this new clip shared on Nintendo’s German Facebook page starts right where the Switch will probably get a significant amount of play… Read More
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Crocodile and lizard bots peep at their scaly peers for BBC show

robot_head If you want to walk among the crocodiles, first you must become a crocodile, as the saying goes. But short of a Ace Ventura-style setup, a robot is probably your best bet if all you want is some sweet footage for a nature documentary. That’s just what these Swiss roboticists did for a BBC show airing today. Read More
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Existing Nvidia Shield TV owners can now update to get 4K HDR streaming

nvidia-shield-first-generation Nvidia announced a new Shield TV that provides 4K HDR streaming, and boosts its existing gaming capabilities considerably. Now, though, many of the benefits of the updated hardware are available on the original Shield TV, thanks to a free over-the-air software available now. The update delivers 4K HDR streaming via sources like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, as well as 4K movie support for… Read More
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Best alarm clock apps

Let’s face it: all of us have had a hard time getting up in the morning at some point. And even if not that, it can be nerve-wracking the night before you have an important early appointment that you need to be at, wondering if you’ll be able to wake up, and maybe even having […]


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Xaiomi bows out of appearance at MWC 2017

Each year’s Mobile World Congress event is a major trade show on the international scene akin to what CES is for the U.S. market. For MWC 2017 coming up in Barcelona, one of the world’s major smartphone and electronics giants – Xiaomi – will not be making an appearance. This latest revelation is another hit […]


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Huawei P8 Lite 2017 specifications

Last year’s P8 Lite proved popular with budget conscious buyers, so much so, that Huawei has launched the P8 Lite 2017 which brings a larger display with higher resolution, improved rear and front cameras, as well as a polished glass exterior and a bigger battery. Running Android 7.0 Nougat and EMUI 5.0, the P8 Lite […]


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Analyst: iPhone average selling price to drop, services will make up for it

Bloomberg reports that even though the average selling price (ASP) of the iPhone is going to drop from the two year ago quarter, the strong rise in services will make up for it. Analysts currently predict an average selling price, or ASP, of $688 for the iPhone line in the holiday quarter, down from $691 a year earlier, according to estimates compiled by...

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Huawei’s P8 Lite 2017 launches in the UK on February 1st

With last year’s P8 Lite proving to be a success, Huawei has launched the P8 Lite 2017 that brings some welcome upgrades with it such as a bigger, higher resolution display, a higher capacity battery, more RAM and better cameras. The P8 Lite 2017 will also launch running Android 7.0 Nougat and EMUI 5.0 out […]


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Early Pixel 2 rumors hint at improvements

Depending on the model, Google’s Pixel phones are some of the toughest devices for buyers to get their hands on at the moment. Even with that high demand and long waits, work is certainly underway on the next version which should be launched later this year. Sources are indicating Google is indeed working on both […]


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HTC’s top Vive designer leaves to work on Google’s Daydream VR

It looks like one of the top personnel designing HTC’s Vive has left the company and joined Google to work on Daydream VR. Claude Zellweger led HTC design team the Vive headset, but was also a key player in developing HTC’s smartphone design language. But now, he’s moved onto Google where he’ll help design Daydream […]


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Apple to join Partnership on AI industry research group

There's a huge tech industry body that's established to agree on best practices for artificial intelligence, however there's one noticeable omission from the list thus far... and that's Apple. The group, Partnership on AI, was established back in September with its goals to achieve ethics, fairness, inclusivity, privacy and trustworthiness -- values...

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