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Pop-out camera, in-screen speaker give the Vivo Apex a near bezel-less design

How do you shrink that smartphone top bezel? By eliminating the selfie camera and speaker. But don't worry, this Vivo Apex FullView concept smartphone finds a new spot for them.
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Everything we know about the “BlackBerry Ghost” smartphone so far

BlackBerry could be readying another phone, and it may be called the "BlackBerry Ghost." Here's everything we know about the upcoming device so far.
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An hour with the Galaxy S9 Plus reveals what the camera is all about

The Samsung Galaxy S9 can shoot super-slow-motion video, mechanically switch apertures, and has a Portrait Mode-like feature. Here’s how it all works.
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Lenovo takes wraps off Windows 10, Chromebook device lineup at MWC

During Mobile World Congress, Lenovo introduced six new devices: Three Windows 10 PCs, and three Chromebook models priced under $360.
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PureLiFi demos integrated Li-Fi in laptop and phone case at MWC

We visited PureLiFi at MWC 2018 to see its integrated Li-Fi technology in a laptop and phone case for the Samsung Galaxy S5. It delivers a fast internet connection through light.
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Mediatek’s new chipset could make cheaper smartphones a whole lot smarter

MediaTek has unveiled its latest midrange chipset, the Helio P60. The chipset includes an eight-core CPU and will help boost performance by up to a massive 70 percent.
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This is the moment a portable charger caught fire in a plane’s overhead bin

Thankfully, it's a very rare occurrence, but lithium-ion battery fires do occur from time to time. And this is what it looks like ...
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HMD announces an all new Nokia 6 for 2018 at Mobile World Congress

Mobile World Congress has kicked off, and HMD has announced a 2018 refresh of the Nokia 6. Here's everything you need to know.
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Here are all the Nokia phones HMD Global unveiled at MWC 2018

At Mobile World Congress, HMD announced not one, but five new Nokia phones. Here's a rundown of Nokia's newest handsets.
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New Huawei MediaPad M5 tablets are a video binge-watcher’s dream

Huawei has launched three MediaPad M5 tablets at MWC 2018. The MediaPad M5 Pro comes with a stylus included in the box.
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Android won’t be getting long-awaited systemwide ‘dark mode’

A Google engineer has recently spoken refuted the rumors of a system-wide dark mood coming to future versions of Android
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Who you gonna call? ‘Ghostbusters World’ AR game will slime phones in 2018

You'll soon be able to hunt ghosts on your Android or iOS phones when "Ghostbusters AR" slimes its way to market later this year.
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Think Snapchat is dead? Then check out the Like app and its AR effects

If Snapchat is over, what's new and happening? Hoping to fill the void is Like, a short video app with what is said to be some of the most advanced technology in its category.
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Samsung rescues data-saving app Opera Max, launches new version

Samsung has saved the doomed privacy app Opera Max and relaunched it as its own version, now called Samsung Max. Find out how it can help you.
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Frederique Constant debuts world’s first mechanical smartwatch

Luxury brand Frederique Constant has debuted its new watch -- the Hybrid Manufacture. The timepiece merges mechanical movement with smartwatch features.
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Multilingual Google Assistant to add more than 20 languages to its repertoire

Google Assistant is expanding its multilingual capabilities, with Google set to add support for over 20 new languages in 2018.
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More than 40 companies working on new generation of text messaging

160 character limits suck - RCS messaging promises to revolutionize the way you text message. Google has updated the world on the progress of the upgrade.
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An Apple repair center in California can’t seem to stop calling 911

Despite there being no emergencies to report, an Apple repair center in California has for months been placing up to twenty 911 calls a day.
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LG will bring new photography-focused K8 and K10 to MWC

While we won't be seeing the LG G7 at MWC 2018, LG will be bringing new versions of the K8 and K10, with promises of flagship features.
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Motorola’s survey confirms we’re addicted to our smartphones

Motorola's new survey examines people's smartphone habits and how it might impact relationships. The results showed users are prioritizing smartphones over human interaction.
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Google’s new recommendation program showcases the best phones for business

Google has launched the new Android Enterprise Recommended program, which is aimed specifically at showing off the best phones for businesses.
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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845 VR reference headset puts body tracking in mobile VR

Qualcomm has launched its Snapdragon 845 virtual reality reference headset, offering features like eye tracking, and body tracking -- which should make for much more natural VR.
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Wear your keyboard like a pair of brass knuckles with Tap Strap

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Swype discontinues its keyboard app for Android and iOS

The popular third-party keyboard app known as Swype is no longer available for users. The app has been discontinued for both iOS and Android.
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Apple releases an iOS update to fix infamous Telegu text bug

Little more than a week after Apple acknowledged a Telegu character could wreak havoc when sent to a user in Messages, it released a fix for the bug in its iOS 11.2.6 update.
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Google merges Android Pay and Google Wallet into Google Pay

If you use Android, making payments just got a lot easier. Google Pay will combine all of Google's payment solutions -- including Android Pay and Google Wallet -- into one brand.
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The HTC Breeze and HTC Desire 12: Everything you need to know

HTC won't bring the U12 to Mobile World Congress, but could it deliver a tiny titan in its place? The HTC Breeze could bring a 18:9 display to the entry-level smartphone market.

U.S. stays in fifth in global 4G availability rankings, increases in 4G speed

According to OpenSignal's latest State of LTE report, the U.S. is still in fifth place for 4G availability. However, the country has seen a sizable increase for 4G speed since November.
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Google teams up with 911 to locate emergency callers more easily

Google has been testing a system for 911 dispatchers that allows them to locate a caller more accurately and faster than the existing system.
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High cost of OLED displays spells trouble for Samsung

Samsung's OLED division could be in a bit of trouble, as the reduced demand for the iPhone X has left the company with a surplus of OLED displays.
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‘Florence’ is a superb meditation on love from the designer of ‘Monument Valley’

Designed by the man behind Monument Valley, Florence is brief but memorable journey about falling in and out of love.
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Apple raked in more than half of all global smartphone revenue last quarter

A new report from Strategy Analytics says Apple raked in more than half of all global smartphone revenue last quarter.
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Apple’s latest patents hint at sleep tracker and continued work on AR

Apple has been awarded a series of five patents this week, including one that hints at the company's work on sleep tracking.
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Lyft follows Uber into bike sharing, beginning in Baltimore

Lyft is getting into bike sharing, partnering with a city-operated scheme in Maryland. The move follows a similar one by Uber in San Francisco earlier this month.