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Soraa’s Helia bulbs eliminate blue light without the yellow hue

Tech companies have been adding measures to limit exposure to blue light before bed -- LED manufacturer Soraa doesn't think it's enough.
Smart Home News
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From fake news to the burning Note 7, the 10 worst tech failures of 2016

2016 may go down as being one of the most hated years in recent history, and we're taking a look at some of tech worst failures.
Mobile Features
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New Google algorithm lowers search rankings for Holocaust denial sites

Google's facing some backlash with its most popular product -- Search.
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Nomad giving away chargers for Pebble devices after Fitbit takeover

Accessory vendor Nomad is offering free chargers for Pebble owners after Pebble announced it was shutting down due to an acquisition by Fitbit.
Wearables News
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Facebook adds group video calling to Messenger

One of Facebook Messenger's most highly requested features -- group video calling -- is finally rolling out now via an update to the app.
Social Media Features
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Apple files legal challenge to European Union ruling on Irish tax breaks

Ireland and Apple are fighting back the European Union's efforts to collect $14 billion in back taxes from the iPhone maker.
Mobile News
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Kik’s group video calling feature adds ‘talking heads’ to conversations

Kik, a popular messaging app with more than 300 million users, has taken an interesting approach with its latest feature -- group video calling.
Mobile Features
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Beacon is Uber's solution to helping drivers and passengers connect

Uber's making it easy to spot a ride with a hardware accessory called Beacon, a light fixture drivers can add in their car to signal passengers.
Cars News
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Facebook Messenger puts the camera front and center in revamp

Facebook Messenger's camera now offers a higher quality experience and operates faster than ever before thanks to a revamp.
Mobile News

Lockheimer says Google Assistant will unite ChromeOS and Android

Google Assistant is coming to ChromeOS. It's unsurprising, as Google CEO Sundar Pichai has said the company's vision is to bring Assistant everywhere.
Mobile News
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WatchOS 3.1.1 bricks some Apple Watch devices, update temporarily pulled

Eager to hop on that watchOS update on your Apple Watch? You'll have to wait a little bit more.
Wearables News
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Google’s Year in Search brings you a message of hope

"Love is out there" -- that's Google's mantra in its annual Year in Search compilation, which highlights defining moments in the past 12 months.
Web News
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Yelp’s rewards program nets you up to 10% cash back at participating restaurants

Yelp's latest ploy to attract users is a cash-back program that rewards customers as well as local businesses.
Web News
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Google rolls out RCS support for Rogers customers in Canada

Google's picking up the pace on its RCS rollout with support for Rogers customers in Canada.
Mobile News
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ZTE Nubia Z11: News, specs, availability, and price

ZTE has finally unveiled the Nubia Z11, offering an edge-to-edge display and excellent specs. It is set to arrive in India on December 14.
Mobile News
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HandL’s new phone case has one ‘butt’ you can grab without getting into trouble

HandL's cases make it easier to grip a phone, but now the company's going even further with a design that closely resembles a derrière.
Mobile News
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Santa Phone lets you stealthily figure out what to get your kids for Christmas

Unsure of what present to get your kid this year? Twilio can help with its direct line to Santa's helpers in the North Pole on the Santa Phone.
Mobile News
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Google brings Gboard search features to Google Keyboard app on Android

A new update to Google Keyboard -- the default keyboard on Nexus, Pixel, and some Android phones -- rebrands its name to Gboard.
Mobile News

Google Allo introduces chat themes and can now suggest emojis as you type

Google's relatively new messaging app Allo is helping you prepare for the latest wizarding world film with stickers.
Mobile News
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The NSA and GCHQ can see data from your phone when you're 10,000 feet in the air

Journalists still parsing through the collection of data leaked by NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden have found evidence of in-flight interception of data.
Mobile News
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Neebo, baby's first wearable, monitors health and safety, helps put parents' minds at ease

Wearables are becoming increasingly ubiquitous. You can buy smart rings, wallets, watches -- there's something techie for everyone, including babies.
Wearables News
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We’re not to blame for iPhone problems in China, says Apple

Something odd is happening with iPhone 6 and 6S devices in China -- they're randomly shutting down.
Mobile News
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Mophie's latest battery case can add some juice to your iPhone 7 — wirelessly

Running out of juice often on your iPhone 7 or 7 Plus? Mophie has a new battery case that can charge wirelessly.
Mobile News
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Apple closing in on 500 stores worldwide with new location near Shanghai

Apple will open a new retail store in the suburbs of Shanghai this weekend -- the company's 489th store in China.
Mobile News
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Forget controllers, use your hands: Leap Motion’s tracking tech hits mobile VR

Leap Motion has announced a new sensor that brings its hand-tracking technology to mobile virtual reality.
Mobile News
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The countdown has begun: Google launches its Santa Tracker

Before Santa departs, his elves are keeping busy, and Google is making it easy to see what they're up to with its Santa Tracker service.
Mobile News

Google unveils 'Best of 2016' Google Play winners

Google's giving presents a little early this year -- the company announced the best apps, books, movies, and shows of 2016 on Google Play.
Mobile Best-ofs

Time for a timeout: Motorola is temporarily shelving its smartwatch portfolio

It may be time to say goodbye to Motorola's Moto 360 smartwatch series -- at least for now.
Wearables News

You can buy the OnePlus 3 in virtual reality right now for $400

The OnePlus 3 is finally here, and it boasts a 5.5-inch AMOLED display, powered by the Snapdragon 820, with a whopping 6GB of RAM.
Mobile News
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Apple sees a dip, but 4G smartphone shipments in 2016 are on the rise

According to the IDC's latest forecasts for smartphone shipments, 2016 may be the "first full year of declining shipments for Apple's iPhone."
Mobile News
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‘Gooligan’ Android malware affects more than 1 million Google accounts

Your Android phone is likely running an older version. That is not good as a malware 'Gooligan' campaign is affecting more than 1 million Google accounts.
Mobile News
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Russia certifies Jolla’s Sailfish OS for government, corporate use

Earlier this year, Russia vowed to reduce its reliance on foreign-made mobile operating systems to 50 percent by 2050.
Mobile News
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Huawei tries to make a splash in the U.S. with the Mate 9, but carriers may foil plans

Huawei is trying to make a splash in the U.S. with high-end flagship smartphones, but the Chinese company isn't receiving a warm welcome thanks to carriers.
Mobile News
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Google quietly renaming Cast branding (yes, again) to 'Chromecast built-in'

Google has been quietly removing mentions of Google Cast. It's replacement? "Chromecast built-in."
Mobile News
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