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2017 Chrysler Pacifica software glitch forces recall - Roadshow

Over 150,000 minivans are being called back to dealers to fix engine software issue that could cause them to stall. from CNET http://ift.tt/2AUeJTC via Mobiles

Amazon CEO to donate $33M to 'dreamers' scholarship fund - CNET

Jeff Bezos is giving college money to immigrants brought to the country illegally as children, while politicians contentiously debate their status. from CNET http://ift.tt/2D7bZaO via Mobiles

All the smartphone news from CES 2018 in one place - CNET

The scandal, the intrigue, the devices and what it all means for the coming year. from CNET http://ift.tt/2moXxR6 via Mobiles

Invi Bracelet releases a nasty smell to ward off attackers - CNET

The simple bracelet aims to empower people and raise an awareness about sexual violence. from CNET http://ift.tt/2EC3Xng via Mobiles

Bose ClearVoice cancels phone call noise in-car at CES 2018 - Roadshow

Audio company Bose used CES to show off its ClearVoice technology, which keeps background noise out of phone calls. from CNET http://ift.tt/2Dr7C8f via Mobiles

HBO's new teaser for 'Fahrenheit 451' movie blazes to life - CNET

Books burn merrily away in this creepy trailer for the upcoming movie based on Ray Bradbury's classic book. from CNET http://ift.tt/2qYDxKF via Mobiles

At CES, VR and AR is evolving right under your nose - CNET

Don't expect wild new worlds: this year, at the beginning of 2018, it's small changes that matter. from CNET http://ift.tt/2r29MbC via Mobiles

The Duke, original Xbox controller/doorstop, returns at CES - CNET

We chat with proud Xbox papa Seamus Blackley about the revival of his infamous gamepad, back in March for $70. And we go hands-on with the new version. from CNET http://ift.tt/2r3cSfM via Mobiles

These were the weirdest products at CES - CNET

Mixed among the dreck and the legitimately cool stuff was a whole lot of weird. from CNET http://ift.tt/2AJ0MIe via Mobiles

Real life 'Iron Throne' may be hidden in Egypt - CNET

A hidden room in the Great Pyramid of Giza may also be home to a relic that's straight out of our pop culture fantasies. from CNET http://ift.tt/2r1IC4R via Mobiles

Apple apologises for sending data migration notice to US users

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Apple apologises for sending data migration notice to US users    Khaleej Times Apple clarifies only iCloud users in China will see data migration to Chinese server    AppleInsider (press release) (blog) Some Chinese Apple users warned by firm on dodging new data law    ETTelecom.com Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mAr6zX via Technology

Samsung's most exciting phone in years is 'almost finished' but nowhere near ready to launch

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Samsung's most exciting phone in years is 'almost finished' but nowhere near ready to launch    BGR Samsung Galaxy S9 box leak hints at variable aperture camera    Engadget 'Galaxy S9' packaging leak hints at single rear camera sensor with variable aperture    AppleInsider (press release) (blog) Samsung to unveil Galaxy S9 at MWC, not CES    ZDNet Galaxy S9 To Sport An f/1.5 Lens, Dual Stereo Speakers: Leak    Android Headlines Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2FrRfbT via Technology

Cortana had a crappy CES

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Cortana had a crappy CES    TechCrunch Did Google Assistant win CES 2018?    Recode Google won the voice assistant popularity contest at CES    Engadget The 10 Coolest Things We Saw at CES 2018    Men's Journal A smart home sounds like a great idea. So why is it still so complicated?    USA TODAY Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2D7Q57i via Technology

My Hunt For The Mysterious Man Or Machine Controlling The Blizzard Arena's Light-Up Halo

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My Hunt For The Mysterious Man Or Machine Controlling The Blizzard Arena's Light-Up Halo    Kotaku New Overwatch Update Adds A Bunch Of Skins And Makes Changes; Full Patch Notes Revealed    GameSpot Overwatch League has the pieces to build something that could last    VentureBeat Opinion: Blizzard delivers big with Overwatch League opener    ESPN.co.uk Why watch other people play video games? What you need to know about esports    USA TODAY Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2AVT8u6 via Technology

New Ram 1500 expected at truck-heavy Detroit show

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New Ram 1500 expected at truck-heavy Detroit show    The Detroit News Detroit's auto show goes back to trucks    messenger-inquirer What Are You Looking Forward To Most From The Detroit Auto Show?    Jalopnik 2018 Detroit Auto Show preview: Check the trucks, SUVs and tech    CNET Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mt4sZg via Technology

Mr. Amazon Steps Out

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Mr. Amazon Steps Out    New York Times Jeff Bezo made a bold declaration as a young man that shaped his future    JOE.co.uk The world's richest man, Jeff Bezos, just donated $33 million to educate Dreamers in honor of his immigrant father    Business Insider Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mxlRRu via Technology

You can now make Duo calls to (some) users who don't have the app installed

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You can now make Duo calls to (some) users who don't have the app installed    9to5Google Google Duo allows you to call people who don't have the app    Engadget Select Users Can Now Receive Google Duo Calls Without The App    Android Headlines Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2ED1skO via Technology

Questions Arise About Effectiveness of Meltdown, Spectre Fixes, Advice

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Questions Arise About Effectiveness of Meltdown, Spectre Fixes, Advice    eWeek Intel tried desperately to change the subject from Spectre and Meltdown at CES    TechCrunch Google claims to have a Spectre fix that doesn't slow down PCs    BGR Protecting our Google Cloud customers from new vulnerabilities without impacting performance - Google Blog    Google Blog Intel Fumbles Its Patch for Chip Flaw    Wall Street Journal Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2D9QkiY via Technology

All The New Switch Games Revealed During The Nintendo Direct January 2018

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All The New Switch Games Revealed During The Nintendo Direct January 2018    GameSpot Well That Was A Weird Way To Do A Nintendo Direct    Kotaku 6 Things Missing from Nintendo's January Direct    IGN Games Inbox: Nintendo Direct reaction, Super Smash Bros. release date, and Resident Evil 2 remake    Metro Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2D6S77m via Technology

PC-phone convergence is happening, but not how you think

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PC-phone convergence is happening, but not how you think    CNET Open Forum: Your favorite product from CES 2018?    TechSpot Razer Project Linda review: Hands-on    Tech Advisor Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2EAzcPw via Technology

Next Pokemon Go Legendary Now Available For A Limited Time

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Next Pokemon Go Legendary Now Available For A Limited Time    GameSpot Pokemon Go: Legendary Pokemon Kyogre Available Starting Today    IGN The legendary Kyogre is now in Pokémon Go    Polygon Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2ECjofe via Technology

Now see that stunning Sahara snowfall from space - CNET

A rare snow in the Sahara Desert made headlines and the satellite views are simply gorgeous. from CNET http://ift.tt/2Fwe66c via Mobiles

The robots of CES 2018: Cuteness reigns supreme - CNET

But we also saw the foundation for substantial innovation. from CNET http://ift.tt/2EBRRux via Mobiles

7 parental controls you can use right now on your kid's iPhone - CNET

Protect your child online on his or her iPhone. from CNET http://ift.tt/2EB3nGi via Mobiles

Business News Update BBC

Fraud worries persist as the Open Banking system promises to change the way we manage our money. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2qYWxZv via Online Shopping

Business News Update BBC

Construction giant Carillion dismisses claims lenders rejected a rescue plan and says talks continue. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2mu6SYv via Online Shopping

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The pound passes $1.37 on a report that Spain and the Netherlands want a good Brexit deal for the UK. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2D6gcwf via Online Shopping

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The UK-based engineer whose technology is used by Airbus and Boeing says the offer undervalues the firm. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2mvdiXd via Online Shopping

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The discount retailer saw group sales jump by 22.7% in the three months to 23 December. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2DmB3YS via Online Shopping

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It's been a good season for some retailers and tough for others but new trends have emerged. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2Ez5Lxs via Online Shopping

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The Royal Society of Arts (RSA) says workers across all income bands are worried about falling real pay. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2CYYI0z via Online Shopping

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India's market regulator has banned Price Waterhouse from auditing listed companies for two years. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2mlEsz3 via Online Shopping

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The hotel chain apologises, saying it "respects and supports" Chinese sovereignty. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FssjRD via Online Shopping

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The businessman who bought the firm for £1 failed to provide information on its retirement schemes. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2EwissA via Online Shopping

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RMT union members stage a 24-hour walkout for the third time in less than a week. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2ASaAzz via Online Shopping

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The National Audit Office will investigate whether the meters will save money for households. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2EB1No1 via Online Shopping

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The US retailer announced it will shut shops and axe staff but it will lift workers' wages. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2mviqej via Online Shopping

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CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he plans to make posts from businesses, brands and media less prominent. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2D2A17w via Online Shopping

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Brent crude rose after Opec promised to keep a lid on crude production during 2018. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2CV6Vmc via Online Shopping

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MPs are "far from confident" HM Revenue and Customs can cope with leaked tax avoidance allegations. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2Do6Bh7 via Online Shopping

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Investors will be able to buy a share of the Canadian rapper's bourbon brand. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FqwKMT via Online Shopping

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The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how Teflon became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2ARjLQU via Online Shopping

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Will Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa be able to deliver new homes to low income earners? from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2D4vTUG via Online Shopping

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Yachts may be out of reach for most of us, but sales are rising - the UK industry is worth £3.1bn. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2D3qP2E via Online Shopping

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The chief executive of a Birmingham company explains how it has continued to flourish in tough times. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2qQxRlG via Online Shopping

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Tech firms try to convince the public their robots are ready to buy despite several stumbles. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2CT2k4c via Online Shopping

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Many things that we take for granted depend on plastic, but will consumers help reduce plastic pollution? from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2D2MaII via Online Shopping

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John Cronin and his father, Mark, explain how they've grown their colourful socks business. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2DcitVW via Online Shopping

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The construction firm faces dangerously high levels of debt and its future hangs in the balance. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2CWhju8 via Online Shopping

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With water usage and droughts across the globe rising, the race is on to manage water more efficiently. from BBC News - Business http://ift.tt/2FvHWYv via Online Shopping

CES 2018: Merge Blaster mixes real world with game

A hi-tech toy gun lets gamers play virtual reality-style games without having to wear a headset. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2r2EYaC via Online Shopping in Pakistan

CES 2018: CarWink emojis seek to replace driver hand gestures

A small display that shows images offers motorists a new way to communicate to each other. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2DaqsTb via Online Shopping in Pakistan

CES 2018: Food store AI sees what you put in basket

A prototype system spots what shoppers pick up so that they can avoid queuing to pay at the till. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Fx7Smv via Online Shopping in Pakistan

CES 2018: Wireless recharging while on the move

An over-the-air recharging solution designed for use in the car is on show at the CES trade fair. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2mqsHHF via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Apple health data used in murder trial

Data suggesting movements correlating to how a suspect disposed of a body used as evidence. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2EAypOw via Online Shopping in Pakistan

Snapchat redesign is a 'flop' with users

Social media service Snapchat redesign has not proved popular with many of its regular users from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2ASDjV7 via Online Shopping in Pakistan

China shuts Marriott's website over Tibet and Taiwan error

The hotel chain apologises, saying it "respects and supports" Chinese sovereignty. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2FssjRD via Online Shopping in Pakistan

The new home for your phone's fingerprint scanner: inside the screen

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The new home for your phone's fingerprint scanner: inside the screen    Chicago Daily Herald Hands On with Synaptics 'Clear ID' In-Display Fingerprint Sensor – CES 2018    Android Headlines Why Shares of Synaptics Jumped Today    Motley Fool Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2CZpWUZ via Technology

Europe puts 1bn euros into supercomputer research

The Commission wants to spend 1bn euros on machines far faster than existing supercomputers from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2EBtAVt via Online Shopping in Pakistan

The "Duke" OG Xbox Controller For Xbox One And PC Gets Price And Release Date

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The "Duke" OG Xbox Controller For Xbox One And PC Gets Price And Release Date    GameSpot Revamped Xbox One Duke Controller Gets Price And Release Window    Forbes Xbox Duke Controller Remake Gets Release Window and Price    IGN Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mxlDtI via Technology

Dark Souls Remastered On Xbox One, PS4, And PC Announced

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Dark Souls Remastered On Xbox One, PS4, And PC Announced    GameSpot 7 Things We Hope Dark Souls Remastered Fixes    IGN There's Only One Reason to Get Dark Souls Remastered on Switch    Twinfinite DARK SOULS: REMASTERED Announcement Trailer | Switch, PS4, X1, PC    YouTube Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mnqj4f via Technology

Look At This Giant Detective Pikachu Amiibo

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Look At This Giant Detective Pikachu Amiibo    Kotaku New Nintendo 2DS XL Pikachu Edition launches in stores on Jan. 26    Nintendo Adorable Pikachu 2DS XL coming Jan. 26    Polygon Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2DpyvJt via Technology

Google pulls kids games containing AdultSwine malware

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Google pulls kids games containing AdultSwine malware    CNET Google deleted 60 games from its Play Store after pornographic ads were found    The Verge Google Removes Gaming Apps With Pop-Up Porn Malware    Fortune What is Google Play (Android Market)? - Definition from WhatIs.com - SearchMobileComputing - TechTarget    SearchMobileComputing - TechTarget Google Pulls 60 Apps From Play Store After Malware Exposes Kids to Porn    Gizmodo Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2AUmBVa via Technology

And The Destiny Merry-Go-Round Spins Again

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And The Destiny Merry-Go-Round Spins Again    Kotaku Destiny 2 To Add Masterwork Armor, Rework Mods, And More In Future Updates    GameSpot Bungie outlines how it plans to fix Destiny 2 in 2018    PC Gamer Destiny 2 - the best weapons and how to get them    GamesRadar Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2moSHmD via Technology

'Pokemon Go' Community Day gives trainers a new reason to go outside and play

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'Pokemon Go' Community Day gives trainers a new reason to go outside and play    BGR Pokémon Go 'community days' try to recapture the magic of the game's launch    The Verge 'Pokémon Go' Community Days bring exclusive captures every month    Engadget Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mzJ59H via Technology

PUBG Xbox One Update Adds New Control Options, Reassigns Pistol Button

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PUBG Xbox One Update Adds New Control Options, Reassigns Pistol Button    GameSpot PUBG on Xbox One hit a huge milestone of its own    SlashGear PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds: Free & Exclusive Skins List | Rare Items Guide    Gameranx (blog) PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Passes 3 Million Players on Xbox One - Xbox Wire    Xbox Wire PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) crosses 30 million players on Xbox One, PC    Windows Central Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2myi06T via Technology

Pokemon Go Kyogre Raids LIVE, new Gen 3 counters, Groudon boxes

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Pokemon Go Kyogre Raids LIVE, new Gen 3 counters, Groudon boxes    Express.co.uk The legendary Kyogre is now in Pokémon Go    Polygon Pokemon Go: Legendary Pokemon Kyogre Available Starting Today    IGN Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2r1auWE via Technology

Apple iPhone 8 Vs iPhone 7 Vs iPhone 6S Vs iPhone 6: What's The Difference?

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Apple iPhone 8 Vs iPhone 7 Vs iPhone 6S Vs iPhone 6: What's The Difference?    Forbes US House members question Apple once more over battery slowdowns    AppleInsider (press release) (blog) House Republicans Want Answers on Apple Throttling Older iPhone Speeds    Fortune How to Find Out if Your iPhone Is Eligible for Apple's $29 Battery Replacement    Fortune Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2mvQve9 via Technology

10 big CES reveals that PC enthusiasts need to know about

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10 big CES reveals that PC enthusiasts need to know about    PCWorld The Gaming Laptops Of CES 2018    Tom's Hardware Intel and AMD to release ultra-thin but more powerful laptops    MNR Daily Full coverage from Technology - Google News http://ift.tt/2r18gq6 via Technology

ZTE to come up with more foldable smartphones

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ZTE launched Axon M last year, which was technically a foldable smartphone, but not the kind we all were dreaming of. Unsurprisingly, it didn't take the market by storm. However, the company says it's committed to the idea, and will expand its foldable phone lineup. ZTE's vice president of marketing Jeff Yee said this during an interview at the recently concluded CES. The executive added that the Axon M received a positive feedback from those who purchased it, but also acknowledged there's a lot of room for improvement. "We'll eventually get to something that's truly bendable," Yee... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2CYjNbq via IFTTT

Google confirms Home Max issue causing WiFi networks to be killed

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Google has confirmed an issue with its premium Home Max smart speaker. The problem in question, affected users say, causes WiFi networks to be killed, which means the router/modem requires a hard restart to bring the network up again. Going by reports on the official Google forum, most users who are affected by the issue are using a TP-Link Archer C7 router. One user even got a reply from TP-Link engineers over the issue, indicating the root of the problem could be MDNS multicast discovery packets that are sent to keep a live connection. Apparently, Home Max is overloading the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2msxbxl via IFTTT

Test: iPhone 8 and iPhone 7 performance after the Spectre and Meltdown patches

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Sectre and Meltdown shook the tech industry - they allow malicious code to peek at protected data. They do it by exploiting CPU features meant to speed up execution, so the solution is simple but unpleasant - devs have to circumvent those performance-enhancing features. We were prompted by the huge performance hit to the iPhone 6 after the update to see if the newer models are similarly affected. So we found an iPhone 8 Plus at the office that was still running iOS 11.1.2 - before either patch. We ran Geekbench and AnTuTu then installed iOS 11.2.2 and ran them again. iPhone... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2D9SmyI via IFTTT

Deal: Sony Xperia XZ1 drops to $543.44 in silver

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Sony announced the Xperia XZ1 at IFA last summer, and the phone subsequently made its way to the US in mid-September. It launched over there, in unlocked form, with a price tag of $699.99. In the meantime the price has dropped to $599.99, but today there's an even better deal to be had if you don't mind purchasing the handset in its Warm Silver iteration. This color version, and only this one, currently retails for just $543.44 at Amazon. The device can also be bought in black, Moonlit Blue, or Venus Pink - but all of these still cost $599.99. It's unclear whether this is a limited time... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2EC6gGQ via IFTTT

Sony Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, and L2 go on pre-order in the US and UK

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Sony unveiled three new mid-range smartphones at CES this week, the Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, and L2. All three are now up for pre-order in both the US and the UK. Best Buy is the retailer to go to if you want to be among the first people in the US to own one of these handsets. The company will charge you $349.99 for the XA2, $449.99 for the XA2 Ultra, and $249.99 for the L2. The XA2 is offered in silver, black, blue, and pink. The XA2 Ultra comes in silver, black, blue, and gold. The L2 is available in black, gold, and pink. All of these are the single-SIM models. They will all be released... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2FweYrp via IFTTT

BlackBerry Motion is finally available to order in the US for $449.99 unlocked

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The BlackBerry Motion got official last October, and has since made its way to Europe, the Middle East, and Canada. Starting today, it's also finally available to order in the US. You can have one for $449.99, and you can pick it up from Amazon or Best Buy. That amount nets you an unlocked device that will work on AT&T, T-Mobile, as well as the various MVNO brands operating on their frequencies. If you're on Verizon or Sprint you're out of luck however. The Motion is temporarily out of stock at Amazon, although you can order and the retailer will deliver when available. On the other... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2D7Kgqg via IFTTT

Xiaomi suspends Mi A1 Oreo update after performance issues

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Xiaomi launched the Mi A1 under the Android One program with Android Nougat and promised Oreo by the end of 2017. The update arrived on the last day of the year, but Xiaomi got ahead of itself because users started complaining about unresponsive apps and battery drains. The company acknowledged the issues and stopped the update. The rollout of 8.0 will resume "in next couple of weeks", Mi India confirmed on social media. The Dialer app will work once MyJio is disabled Some of the issues that Mi A1 users reported to Xiaomi were unresponsiveness of the camera app, dialer app,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2CUGFZl via IFTTT

Here's our first look at the Sharp Aquos S3 in the wild

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While we wait for its January 16 announcement in Taiwan, we get to see the first live images of the upcoming Sharp Aquos S3. The live images fall in line with those we saw from the Aquos S3's visit to the TENAA. It has glass on the front and back with a metal frame, sandwitched in between. The phone was also certified by the Taiwanese communications commission (NCC) too. The back of the Sharp Aquos S3 hosts a dual camera, likely a 12MP+13MP setup, LED flash and a fingerprint scanner. The front is almost entirely taken up by a 5.99-inch LCD of 1080x2040px resolution. It appears... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2CWvJdK via IFTTT

Huawei patents touch-sensitive bezel for smartwatches

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Huawei patent for a touch-sensitive bezel for smartwatches was approved by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). According to the document, the edge of the watch will have eight zones that can send various commands, when triggered in various combinations. It will allow Huawei to adds extra controls without the need for more buttons, similar to the rotating bezel solution of the Samsung Gear gadgets. The images show the bezel will be separated into eight symmetrical zones. Combined with two zones for physical buttons on top and bottom and the circular touchscreen,... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2D2Nfky via IFTTT

Here are the new 2018 additions to Google's Android Excellence app list

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Truth be told, we rarely find ourselves just aimlessly browsing for new apps, without any particular usage in mind. Still, it doesn't hurt to get some recommendations from time to time, especially when they come straight from Google. The online titan recently updated its "Android Excellence" list with some 2018 entries. That is to say, not necessarily 2018, newly published apps, but rather, apps that in their current form represent what the company considers "the best experiences and top performing apps and games on the Play Store". While most users will likely enjoy browsing through... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2mweqdq via IFTTT

Alleged LG G7 render suggests even tinier bezels, dual front cameras

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LG said it is discontinuing the G series naming, but the new flagship might be named LG G7 after all. The device is expected to go on sale in April and a first alleged render of the phone appeared. According to the image, the top and bottom bezels will be even tinier than the LG G6, while the ones on the side will be non-existent. The render reveals the front will have massive screen-to-body ratio, higher than the LG G6. The screen will be a FullVision 18:9 display and will have two selfie cameras above. They are seen on the left side of the earpiece, while on the right are placed the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2DmvIRj via IFTTT

iPhone 6 takes massive performance hit after Spectre patch

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We always knew that patching the recently-discovered Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities will involve a drop in performance, especially in older devices. The magnitude of the drop is still being examined, but the early results don't look good. In at least one case, an iPhone 6 saw its Apple A8 lose 40% of its CPU performance after going from iOS 11.1.2 to 11.2.2. The test was run by Dutch entrepreneur Melvin Mughal who got the following results on his phone before and after the update. Before Spectre update After Spectre update Performance change ... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2mvjIpg via IFTTT

HTC U11 EYEs leaks in full, Snapdragon 652 confirmed

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HTC confirmed that the U11 EYEs will make its debut next week on 15 of January but spared any details. Now, thanks to Evan Blass, we get the a comprehensive list of the device's specs. The HTC U11 EYEs will be built around a 6-inch LCD3 screen of 1080x2160px resolution. It will be powered by a Snapdragon 652 with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage with an option for microSD expansion. HTC U11 EYEs (Harmony): 6" FHD+ (1080 x 2160) Super LCD3, SD652 octa core, 4GB/64GB (+microSD), USB-C, 3930mAh, IP67, Android Nougat, Edge Sense. Black, silver, and red. Launches 1/15.... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2qUBhUx via IFTTT

Honor 9 Lite India launch set for next week

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We already know the Honor 9 Lite is coming to India this month, and now we have the exact launch date. On its official forums, the company has announced that the India launch event for the phone is set for January 17. It was recently revealed that the device will be exclusive to online retailer Flipkart in the country. There's still no information on exactly what price tag the Honor 9 Lite will carry, but we'll soon find it out. Source | Via from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2CWC1u5 via IFTTT

OnePlus 3 and 3T get OxygenOS 5.0.1 with aptX HD, Soft screen calibration

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OnePlus 3 and 3T owners were greeted with an update notification this morning - Oxygen OS 5.0.1 has arrived. The full update weighs 1.47GB, though you only need to download a tenth of that if you're already on 5.0.0. Audiophiles who are also wire-phobes will appreciate the addition of aptX HD (aka aptX Lossless). It transmits high-quality audio at up to 48 kHz sampling rates and resolutions up to 24 bits. Oxygen OS 5.0.1 for OnePlus 3 and 3T • aptX now supported Another change is the Soft screen calibration. It dials back the color saturation compared to default mode while the... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2qSXpyy via IFTTT

Leaked Samsung Galaxy S9 retail box unveils specs

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The Samsung Galaxy S9 is coming next month at MWC 2018, but some specs might have been outed by an alleged retail box that got pictured. Although most of the specs look similar to the current Galaxy S8, there a couple of interesting additions - stereo speakers and variable aperture for the Dual Pixel 12 MP camera. The box says f/1.5 / f/2.4, meaning Samsung will implement a variable aperture like the one in the Chinese-exclusive Samsung W2018. We haven't seen a variable aperture flagship since the M8910 Pixon12 and the Nokia N86, but maybe Samsung found new use for it. The... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2EzWaGr via IFTTT

Hands-on with Razer's Project Linda

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Razer has a very good reputation among the gaming community and its die-hard fans. This is a company that focuses on gaming laptops, sharp-looking accessories, services, and now caters to a new niche that was recently defined by Razer: a smartphone made with the mobile gamer in mind. Adding onto the company's vision, Razer took CES to unveil a laptop dock called Project Linda. Offically an "Android Laptop/Phone Hybrid Concept" - this is a laptop chassis with a 13.3-inch 16:9 display that you can dock a Razer Phone into. While this isn't the first time we've seen a laptop dock for a... from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2EydifG via IFTTT

Deal: Grab a Motorola Moto Z Play for $270

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The Motorola Moto Z Play has received a solid discount in the US, where retailer B&H has it listed for $270. That's down $180 from the $450 price tag the handset usually carries there. Motorola is officially selling the phone for $400, so you still end up saving $130 if you purchase the handset from B&H. The model on offer is unlocked and will only work with GSM carriers, meaning those on Sprint and Verizon are out of luck. For more info, head to the Source link below. Source from GSMArena.com - Latest articles http://ift.tt/2CTsDay via IFTTT

Protests held across Pakistan after 7-year-old girl's rape and murder

By Mubasher Bukhari LAHORE, Pakistan (Reuters) - Protests broke out across Pakistan on Thursday after the rape and murder of a 7-year-old girl in a district south of Lahore, due to public anger at what is seen as the authorities' failure to investigate such cases. It is the 12th such murder in the town of Kasur in a year, and has raised concern that a serial killer may be on the loose. Two people were killed on Wednesday when police fired at angry protesters in Kasur, and a local resident said schools, offices, and markets remained shut in the town on Thursday. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2CR2edq via Latest News

Search Continues for Missing 20-Month-Old Twins in Northern California

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Good Samaritans are joining in on the search for missing 20-month-old twins in Northern California. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2Fw8wAP via Latest News

Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime

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The Galaxy On7 Prime sports an Exynos 7870 chipset, 3 GB RAM and 32 GB expandable storage. The main camera is 13 MP, while the front camera is 8 MP. The phone is powered by 3300 mAh battery and sadly, runs Android 6.0. from PhoneArena - Phones http://ift.tt/2CWpnyp via Latest Devices

Lenovo Miix 630

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The Lenovo Miix 630 takes the Surface form factor and joins it with Windows 10 S, a Snapdragon 835 processor, and 4G LTE service to deliver “true anytime, anywhere mobility". from PhoneArena - Phones http://ift.tt/2EuQbCZ via Latest Devices

Sony Xperia L2

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The Sony Xperia L2 comes with a 5.5-inch 720p display, 1.5 GHz quad-core chip courtesy of MediaTek, 3 GB of RAM, 32 GB of storage (expandable via microSD card), a 13-megapixel main camera and an additional 8-megapixel unit with 120 degrees wide angle lens for selfies. from PhoneArena - Phones http://ift.tt/2EkJvaj via Latest Devices

Sony Xperia XA2

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Sony Xperia XA2 features a 5.2-inch full HD (1080p) display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor, paired with 3GB RAM and 32GB expandable storage. Also, the phone comes with a 23-megapixel main camera, a 8-megapixel wide-angle selfie unit and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. from PhoneArena - Phones http://ift.tt/2CKzcjF via Latest Devices

Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra

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Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra comes with a 6-inch full HD (1080p) display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor, paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB expandable storage. Also, the phone comes with a 23-megapixel main camera, dual selfie camera setup consisting of a 16-megapixel main unit and an 8-megapixel wide-angle one. from PhoneArena - Phones http://ift.tt/2Cxf70d via Latest Devices