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Buy Chromecasts, Chromebooks, and more at Google’s first physical outlet in London

Google's finally opening a storefront in London. It plans to sell Chromebooks, Chromecasts, Android devices, and more.
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You can now customize your Moto 360 however you want with Moto Maker

As promised by Motorola, you can now customize your Moto 360 before you buy it with a number of watch bands and finishes.
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No drones allowed: Secret Service tests out ways to keep drones off the White House lawn

The Secret Service is experimenting with ways to prevent drones from entering secure areas. It's considered signal blocking, geo-fencing, and other methods.
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OwnFone lets you 3D print your own fully-functional cellphone

OwnFone's new Kickstarter-backed phone lets you customize the body and case with a 2D or 3D printer.
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Android Wear has lots of new features in the pipeline, but some may lock out older watches

A source suggests upcoming Android Wear updates will add usability improvements and Wi-Fi connectivity.
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Kyocera is Microsoft’s next target in patent war against Android

Microsoft announced patent litigation against Android smartphone maker Kyocera this week, alleging patent infringement. The company seeks damages.
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Hotel Tonight’s new booking features will get you even cheaper rooms on short notice

Same-day hotel booking service HotelTonight introduced Bonus Rate and Rate Drop, two new services that offer steeper, location-based discounts.
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Verizon Vehicle promises to turn almost any car into a smart one

Verizon Vehicle, an aftermarket service, promises to turn any car with an OBD-II port into a connected one with full-service capabilities.
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Smartphone use is reshaping our brains, study suggests

A study by scientists at the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich concludes what some assumed: using a touchscreen smartphone repeatedly rewires the brain.

Kodak focuses on Android-powered smartphone cameras

Kodak announced a partnership with the Bullitt Group to license Android-powered smartphones and tablets aimed at tech-averse consumers.
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Sprint is next on FCC’s chopping block for cramming charges, as AT&T settles for $105M

According to a report, the FCC will leverage a $105 million fine against Sprint for surreptitiously charging customers for third-party services.
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Incredulous cop cites man for using his smartwatch while driving

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Pebble’s new actionable notifications mimic Android Wear

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Lumera makes DSLRs smarter by leveraging your smartphone

Lumera -- a DSLR attachment on Kickstarter -- imbues DSLRs with intelligence and connectivity, allowing you to adjust settings remotely.
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This Kickstarter project for an iPhone 6 Plus case parodies #BendGate perfectly

Kickstarter project Bendifone parodies the iPhone 6 Plus #BendGate controversy perfectly.
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FreedomPop offers 100 minutes of free international calling

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Add some bling to your Moto 360 with new metal bands and watch faces

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Xiaomi set to invest $1 billion in Internet TV

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi announced intentions to spend $1 billion developing its Internet TV division.
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Prime subscribers, Amazon now gives you unlimited photo backup

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Forest Service says no more bear selfies — unless it’s with Smokey

The U.S. Forest Service is warning visitors of Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe to stop taking selfies with feeding bears.
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The FTC is suing AT&T for throttling customers with unlimited data

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Facebook Launches Rooms for iOS, an Anonymous Chatroom App

Facebook's Rooms, which is currently exclusive to iOS, is an anonymous group chat app with lots of potential.
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Android Wear update features offline music playback, bluetooth pairing, and GPS support

The newest version of Android Wear brings GPS support and welcome enhancements to music playback. The update is rolling out to users in stages.
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Apple acknowledges iCloud hacking in China, but says its servers are safe

Apple acknowledges iCloud hacking in China, but says its servers are safe. The man-in-the-middle attack aims to compromise the credentials of iCloud users.
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Looking for an easy A? PhotoMath solves equations with your phone’s camera

PhotoMath lets you solve math problems with your smartphone's camera using a range of optical character recognition.
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Google gives Gmail for Android a makeover, adds support for any email account

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Glass now displays phone notifications, and a virtual keyboard may come in the future

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Oculus riff: Archos unveils a $30 phone-powered virtual reality headset

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Future batteries may warn you before they explode thanks to this film