The Galaxy S8’s Separate App Sound feature is a game-changer… if only it worked properly

There are a ton of features packed inside the Galaxy S8, so many in fact it's damn near impossible to cover them all. Because of this, we expected a few features to sort of fly under the radar. While there was a little noise made about the phone's Bluetooth 5.0 and dual-audio feature — which ...

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The LG G6 Mini will reportedly feature a 5.4-inch display

An obtained document reveals LG's plans to possible reveal the LG G6 Mini which will feature a 5.4-inch display and keep the LG G6's 18:9 aspect ratio.

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The update for the Galaxy S8’s display issue is rolling out in the UK

Samsung has started rolling out an update to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus in the UK which aims to fix the red tint display issues.

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Super Mario Run has almost passed the 150 million download milestone

Nintendo has revealed its 2016 financial results and revealed that Super Mario Run has been downloaded almost 150 million times.

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The dictionary now officially defines ‘sheeple’ as Apple fanboys

What do you think of when you hear the word "sheeple"? Well, according to Myriam-Webster's dictionary -- they're Apple fanboys.

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LG posts its best quarterly profit in almost 8 years

Profit was up a whopping 82% from last year and revenue rose 9.7%. Strong sales in home appliances and TVs are likely the reason for the increase, but strong LG G6 sales in the current quarter could help continue the trend.

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Acer Leap Ware is a fitness tracker that can predict when you will run out of energy

The round watch can track typical things like heart rate, but also some unique things like stamina, stress, and UV exposure. The stamina tracking is one of the headlining features here.

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The Acer Holo 360 is an Android phone with a 360-degree camera

The Acer Holo 360 is essentially an Android phone with a 360-degree camera. The camera is the headlining feature, but it also runs Android.

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Smartphone growth was dominated by Oppo and Huawei in 2016

According to research from IDC, shipments from Q1 2017 were higher than the same quarter last year. 4.3% higher to be exact. So what made the difference?

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HTC really wants you to squeeze things [VIDEO]

HTC's next phone is scheduled to be announced next month and we still don't know a ton about it. The one thing that has consistently popped up is a feature that allows you to "squeeze" the phone.

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Some Galaxy S8 users are reporting devices are randomly rebooting

Some Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus users, including members in our forums, have reported random reboots. The display goes black or artifacts and locks up before the phone reboots.

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Google announces when Pixel and Nexus devices will stop being updated

One of the best things about owning a Pixel or Nexus device is that you get updates directly from Google. However, nothing last forever. Even Pixel devices will stop getting updates someday.

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T-Mobile’s next Uncarrier update plans to change the way you buy phones

T-Mobile is always looking for ways to shake up the mobile industry. Their next Uncarrier move looks to change the way you pay for your phone...again.

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Why sharing your #10Concerts on Facebook is an awful idea

The latest social trend hitting Facebook is the #10Concerts game and although it may sound innocent enough, it could be putting your online security at risk.

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Samsung starts rolling out an update for the Galaxy S8 red tint issue

The update adds the ability to adjust the color balance in Adaptive display (some models already have this feature). On top of that, there's a new option for "Screen Edge Color Balance."

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Google just opened up the Google Assistant to almost any device you can imagine

Google has announced the availability of the Google Assistant SDK which will allow developers to get a head start on building it in whichever devices they want.

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Samsung uploads nearly a dozen Galaxy S8 help videos

We've already shown you a bundle of great things to do to get started with your new Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, but Samsung has their own help to offer.

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Amazon’s next Echo might have a display, and it could be here next month

It's about to be the storm of the Echo legion in 2017. Amazon yesterday announced the Echo Look, and now they want to add a display to your next Echo.

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Samsung stands firm on suggesting there are no display defects in the Galaxy S8

Samsung is assuring folks that the Galaxy S8 does not have any display color defects, because they can ill afford another incident.

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North America gets the BlackBerry KEYone May 31st

BlackBerry KEYone's release date has been revealed for the US and Canada.

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Samsung practically confirms the Galaxy Note 8 for late 2017

Samsung confirmed a new flagship to be launched in the second half of 2017, and one can only assume it'll be the Galaxy Note 8.

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Samsung posts second-best quarter ever with Q1 profits

With the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 firmly in the rear-view mirror, Samsung is trying to rebound with the Samsung Galaxy S8. The numbers for Q1 2017 are in and things are looking good for Sammy.

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Use Google Home in the kitchen to walk you through 50 million recipes

Google Home is getting some awesome new functionality this week. You can now use it to help keep you on task when you're in the kitchen whipping up a recipe.

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Here’s a better look at the Moto Power Pack Moto Mod

New images have been "leaked" which give us a look at the ins and outs of the upcoming Moto Power Pack Moto Mod for the Moto Z lineup.

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No, Google isn’t launching a new line of Bluetooth headphones (but we wish they were)

A pair of Google Bluetooth headphones passed through the FCC recently. It sounds exciting, doesn't it? Google putting their stamp on a pair of quality Bluetooth headphones, and they probably work great with all Android phones whereas most average Bluetooth headphones have a few quirks to deal with! But, sadly, that's not what's going on ...

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Amazon Echo Look uses a camera to become your very own digital style consultant

This is the Amazon Echo Look, an Alexa-infused device through and through, albeit one with some very unique functionality for the style-conscious lot of you.

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Would you mind having a Google Search bar in your notifications tray?

So, according to a teardown of the latest Google App beta, the company could be preparing to stick a search box in your notifications tray. Are you OK with that?

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Here’s a look into the Samsung Galaxy S8’s test facilities [VIDEO]

We've already heard of the great measures Samsung is taking to ensure the Galaxy S8's battery safety. Now, we have a look into the actual facility where they conduct these tests.

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Twitter wants to become a TV network

Twitter has come quite a long way since its budding days as the next interesting social media craze. The 140-character schtick as grown from a silly gimmick to a full-on content and multimedia platform, and it's about to come full circle with their latest move.

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Lenovo may be ditching the ZUK brand altogether

We've known for some time now that Lenovo would be going all in on Moto for their global efforts, but we never thought they'd completely ditch the strides they made in furthering the ZUK brand.

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Leaked video shows upcoming Moto Mods, including tablet dock and photo printer

We already know that the Moto Z2 line will be compatible with existing Moto Mods, but we haven't heard anything about new ones. Thanks to a leaked video, we're getting a good look at some upcoming Mods.

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Tips & Tricks: How to stop your Galaxy S8 from auto ‘sleeping’ important apps

I've always felt strongly that you shouldn't have to handicap your smartphone in order to squeeze a few extra minutes of battery life from it. That's exactly what Samsung's App power monitor feature does on the Galaxy S8. Here's how you turn it off.

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OnePlus 5 breaks cover in alleged render

We're still not entirely sure what the OnePlus 5's makeup will be, but IndiaToday alleges to have the first idea of what it'll look like.

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Clustertruck & The Final Station: Double Dose of Indie ‘Driving’ Hits Android

When it comes to hyper realistic racing simulations, these two games may take the cake.

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Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: Video Quality Comparison

We've been putting the Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 up against each other in a variety of tests. Now, it's time to look at the other half of the camera equation: video quality.

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5 Big Reasons to Play Yooka-Laylee on NVIDIA SHIELD

Developed by Playtonic Games,Yooka-Laylee is a vibrant platforming adventure that's launching today on both PC and NVIDIA SHIELD via the cloud-based magic of GeForce NOW.

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Samsung fixes one of the Galaxy S8’s most annoying bugs with an app update

Samsung has fixed the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus's "DQA Has Stopped" Error message with their latest software update.

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The refurbished Galaxy Note 7 will arrive as soon as June

Those refusing to let the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 die its fiery death will get the chance to own the device once again through refurbished units. Now we know those refurbished units should land by the end of June.

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Waymo starts offering rides to people in Phoenix, Arizona today

Google's self-driving arm known as Waymo is expanding their testing and research in a big way. The company will begin offering rides to folks in Phoenix, Arizona today.

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Vizio’s new soundbars and speakers pack Google Assistant functionality

Vizio has a new line of SmartCast soundbars and speakers on the way. Like previous models, they come with Chromecast functionality built in, but they also gain Google Assistant functionality for the first time.

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Of course Squaretrade thinks the Galaxy S8 is the most fragile phone ever

If you were to go by Squaretrade's assessment alone, you'd be left to believe that the Samsung Galaxy S8 is a nightmare device to own. But don't forget, it's Squaretrade.

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T-Mobile adds another 1.1 million customers

T-Mobile has announced their financial results for Q1 2017. The biggest figure the company wants to dish out? 1.1 million new customers added.

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Samsung is working on a display with 4 curved edges

Samsung has been pushing curved displays for a couple of years now, but they've only been able to do two edges. A new report claims two isn't good enough for Samsung.

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Spotify looks to be making their own hardware

Enter Spotify as the next unlikely contender in the growing market of wearables. The company looks to be jumping into the fold with a wearable, and perhaps other types of hardware products.

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Wireless charging on the Galaxy S8 may be broken

A big problem with the Samsung Galaxy S8 and its compatibility with Qi wireless chargers is brewing.

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Pixel 2 may use Snapdragon 835

Google's own code commits have delivered some hints as to what the Pixel 2's specs could be.

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Camera Shootout: Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6 [VIDEO]

The Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6 are the two big dogs in the smartphone world right now. Samsung and LG both have made great cameras in the past, but how do the newest models compare?

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Google teams up with Yi for next-gen 4K VR cameras

You may recall Jump, the company's first attempt at such hardware. It came with tons of high-quality cameras for which to capture 360-degree content. YI HALO is the version of it made to be mainstream.

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T-Mobile’s Samsung Galaxy Note 5 gets Nougat today

T-Mobile's product manager Des confirmed that the Galaxy Note 5 would get its Nougat update sometime this week. It didn't take long into the week for the update to get rolling.

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Which chipset will the Samsung Galaxy S9 have?

Work on the Samsung Galaxy S9 has likely already gone underway, so let the guessing game about its specs begin!

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Bixby Vision’s Amazon integration isn’t working on Verizon’s Galaxy S8

Verizon Galaxy S8 customers who were hoping to get the most out of Bixby will have a pretty rough go at it.

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The Moto Z2 could ditch stock Android for a custom “ZUI” skin

The next Motorola phones could have a custom "ZUI" skin, which Lenovo has been using on its ZUK branded devices.

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The Moto Z2 Play may not have dual cameras

The Moto Z2 Force is expected to launch with dual-rear cameras, but it looks like the lesser sibling won't don such traits.

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Use the Samsung Galaxy S8’s Bixby Button to launch Google Assistant with BixRemap

A new app sitting at Google Play called BixRemap is the Bixby-free remedy some folks have been praying for.

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HTC’s next flagship will be named HTC U 11

OK, so we finally have a solid name for HTC's unique Edge Sense phone after waffling around names such as HTC U, HTC U Ocean, HTC Ocean, and -- in my personal musings, at least -- HTC Ocean's 11.

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Speed Test: Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6 [VIDEO]

The Galaxy S8 has the Snapdragon 835, and since 835 > 821, it must be a better processor. Right? We decided to put that to the test.

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13 First things every Galaxy S8 owner should do

The Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus are finally here! Now it's time to get down and dirty with tips and tricks.

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Samsung is looking to use the Galaxy S8’s iris scanner for financial transactions

A new report claims that South Korean banks have reached out to Samsung to implement the Galaxy S8's iris scanner for mobile banking transactions.

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Mobile Roar 166: Galaxy S8 quick review, HTC U Squeeze, and Juicero fail

This week on the podcast, Chris and Joe have the Samsung Galaxy S8. An excellent phone with no shortage of annoyances. The guys share their honest opinions.

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Samsung will fix the Galaxy S8 red tint issue with a software update

Earlier this week, we reported on a display issue that was happening to some models of the Samsung Galaxy S8. After a year of hardware defects, Samsung can't afford another major problem like this.

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The Moto G4 Play will be getting Android Nougat in June

Lenovo has confirmed that the Android Nougat will begin rolling out to the Moto G4 Play starting in June.

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Google Home can now recognize multiple user voices

Your Google Home can now recognize multiple voices, meaning it offers a more personalized experience, regardless of who is using it.

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Best Samsung Galaxy S8 cases

The Galaxy S8 is officially here and if you want to keep your investment looking pristine as possible, you're going to need to outfit the device with a case. These are the best cases you can buy that wont break the bank.

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Best Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Cases

The beautiful bezel-less design of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus is worth protecting. A case is an easy way to get some extra protection and add a personal touch.

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Watch the Mobile Roar Podcast LIVE at 2PM Eastern!

Do you have more phones and tablets than any one person should? Do you enjoy a good laugh? We've got the perfect show for you!

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Now we know the real reason why Verizon brought back unlimited data

Verizon has released its earnings for the last quarter, which revealed that the carrier lost almost 400,000 customers before re-introducing its unlimited data plans.

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Google Chrome reportedly will be getting a built-in ad blocker

A new report claims that Google is working on implementing a new ad blocker into its Chrome application which would remove obtrusive ads while browsing the web.

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New images show off what could be the 2017 Moto X

A series of new images claim to show off the 2017 Moto X, which confirm the device will include dual-rear cameras, micro USB, and 4GB of RAM.

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The Huawei Watch and Moto 360 will get Android Wear 2.0 soonish

After seeing the update pulled due to a bug, Google has confirmed that Android Wear 2.0 will arrive on various smartwatches by the end of May. These include the Moto 360 Gen 2 and the Huawei Watch lineup.

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Amazfit Pace Smartwatch Review

The Amazfit Pace is a balance between a practical smartwatch and fitness tracker that is reasonably priced considering all of its features. It has an elegant design with a comfortable silica gel strap that is great for sports and best of all the battery lasts one week long.

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HTC U announcement is coming on May 16th

HTC has announced an announcement for May 16th. The flyer includes a U logo and the tagline "squeeze for the brilliant U."

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Apex Launcher is returning to the Google Play Store

The developers behind Apex Launcher have announced that the popular app will be updated and a new version will be released next month.

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We’ve got the Samsung Galaxy S8! [Q&A]

The Samsung Galaxy S8 (and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus) is finally in our hands. Samsung sent over a giant box of goodies to go along with the new phone. We also want your questions!

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Google pulls its ‘Free App of the Week’ section from the Play Store

Less than a month after unveiling its 'Free App of the Week' section within the Play Store, it seems Google has removed the section altogether without any rhyme or reason.

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The Galaxy S8 is surprisingly more solid than it would seem

Zack from JerryRigEverything was able to get his hands on the Galaxy S8 and put it through the traditional durability test. The results may shock you.

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The QWERTY keyboard Moto Mod sees its first manufactured prototype

The Keyboard Mod Moto Mod has reached its next phase of development as the company has created a prototype which it will be showcasing to Lenovo and Verizon in the coming days.

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Sharp’s Aquos R is the latest device to feature the Snapdragon 835

The Sharp Aquos R is the latest device to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 processor, although the device may be limited to Japan.

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The LG V30 is rumored to include a new curved OLED display panel

A new report out of China claims that LG will be including a new curved OLED display panel on the LG V30 when the device is launched later in 2017.

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The Galaxy Note 8 is rumored to feature dual-rear cameras to combat the iPhone 7 Plus

A new report claims that the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 will feature dual-rear cameras, with one wide-angle lens and one telephoto lens.

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The Xiaomi Mi 6 is announced with the Snapdragon 835 SoC

The Xiaomi Mi 6 has been unveiled and features a 5.15-inch display, while being powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor and 6GB of RAM.

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The Galaxy S5 is the most popular Samsung device in the US

According to Kantar, the Samsung Galaxy S5 is the most popular Android device in the US, as of February 2017. The Galaxy S5 has 15.6% of Samsung's installed base.

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Facebook announces first augmented reality camera platform, Messenger 2.0, and more bots

Facebook is betting big on augmented reality, something they feel will play a big part in the company's future. To help motivate developers, they've announced the new Camera Platform that will give developers the tools they need to create AR apps inside Facebook's many apps and services.

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The LG G6 is expected to gain 100 18:9 customized apps

LG has confirmed that there are plans to release 100 new apps onto its own app store which take advantage of the LG G6's 18:9 display aspect ratio.

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The ZTE Axon 7s has been unveiled with the Snapdragon 821 processor

ZTE has announced the Axon 7s, which keeps much of the same specs as its predecessor, other than adding Qualcomm's Snapdragon 821 processor.

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Be very careful with your Galaxy S8, because it’s extremely difficult to repair

iFixIt's Galaxy S8 teardown has arrived, and it shows us that repairs and fixes for the Samsung Galaxy S8 will be really tough.

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Snapchat introduces new 3D augmented reality emoji for videos

Because Snapchat's 3D face masks are so 2015, the company is now introducing augmented reality emoji you can place inside videos taken with your rear camera.

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Google announces PayPal integration with Android Pay coming soon

Google has announced a partnership with PayPal which will allow you to add your PayPal account to Android Pay. The feature is coming in the next few weeks.

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The Huawei Watch 2 is now available in the US for $300

After being announced at MWC 2017, Huawei has officially launched the Huawei Watch 2 in the US for $300 through various retailers.

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Samsung blocks the ability to remap the Galaxy S8s Bixby button

Samsung has confirmed that it has removed the ability to remap the built-in Bixby button on the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

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Some Galaxy S8 users are reporting a red tint on the display

The Samsung Galaxy S8 isn't available yet here in the US, but some people have the device already in other countries. The first wave of complaints is already coming in from users in South Korea.

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Verizon’s Wear24 Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch is coming on May 11

After initially being announced in February, Verizon has shared more information regarding its Wear24 smartwatch. The wearable will launch on May 11th for $349.99.

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Android 7.1.1 Nougat is rolling out to owners of the Nokia 6

A few users have shown screenshots of their Nokia 6 handsets which show an update to Android 7.1.1 Nougat is incoming to owners of the device.

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Samsung was testing a dual-camera setup on the Galaxy S8

New images have appeared which show off a Galaxy S8 prototype with a dual rear camera setup with no rear fingerprint scanner.

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Here’s a look at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor through the new Samsung Gear 360

Samsung has introduced the new Gear 360 2017 and we took it for a spin while showing off Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

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Android 7.1.2 Nougat breaks Nexus Imprint for some Nexus and Pixel owners

More than a few Nexus and Pixel owners have found that the update to Android 7.1.2 Nougat breaks Nexus Imprint, making it impossible to use the fingerprint scanner on the devices.

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LG G6: One of the Best Android Phones?

The competition in our Best Android Phones rankings is heating up. We just finished up our full review of the LG G6, and the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus are right around the corner.

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DEAL: Save up to $200 on various HTC smartphones

HTC is offering up to $200 off of various smartphones including the HTC U Ultra, HTC 10, HTC One A9, and HTC Bolt.

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Are cheap fully wireless earphones worth it?

Fully wireless bluetooth earphones have been on the market for quite some time, and after thoroughly using the Syllable D900's I can definitely say that these are one of the best pair of truly wireless earphones that I have used under the $100 price point.

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Pokemon Go could have its first Legendary event as soon as July

In a recent interview, Niantic's Asian General Manager confirmed that we may be seeing Legendary Pokemon Go characters as soon as this Summer, while seeing the inclusion of many requested features.

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New renders show off the Moto Z2 Force while confirming it won’t be a Verizon exlcusive

A new series of renders seemingly confirms that the Moto Z2 Force will launch alongside the Moto Z2 and will include a few subtle changes to its modular design.

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HTC Ocean leaked photo shows phone in black glossy back

@evleaks has shared a photo of the HTC Ocean in the same super glossy back as the HTC U Ultra.

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Top 5 Android Apps & Games of the Week (April 14, 2017)

Every week, hundreds of Android apps and games are submitted to the Play Store. If you're not paying attention 24/7, it's easy to miss some of the best stuff.

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Verily’s Study Watch aims to change the way we observe and collect medical data

Alphabet's Verily today announced the Study Watch, a wearable they hope will change medical research forever.

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LG G6 Review

Instead of trying to do too much, LG set out to check all the boxes of what a smartphone needs to be in 2017. But is a "good" phone good enough anymore? Can the LG G6 be the best flagship of the year?

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HTC is dishing out $150 discount codes for the U Ultra to #TEAMHTC members

HTC's latest Spring promo figures to save you a ton of money on a new HTC U Ultra. The company is offering up a $150 promo code for #TEAMHTC users to use toward the device.

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Active rumored to launch this June

The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus are pretty jarring departures from Samsung's design language of the past two years, but that doesn't mean there won't be a Galaxy S8 that looks to offer more bulk than style.

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T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus orders begin shipping

T-Mobile had hinted that this would happen, but Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus shipments are headed out early!

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Snapchat CEO says the app was only supposed to be for rich people

Some interesting new information has come to light In an ongoing lawsuit between Snapchat and an employee who believes he was wrongfully terminated.

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Amazon opens up Echo’s voice recognition tech to everyone

To make the Echo even better, Amazon is letting manufacturers use its tech in their own devices. A dev kit will include the necessary components to make their own voice recognition devices.

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New sketches suggest Nokia 8 and Nokia 9 won’t have much bezel

We're still wondering what, exactly, to expect from Nokia's first proper flagship. We may have gotten a taste of how it'll shake out design wise, though, thanks to a new leak.

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Instagram Stories now touts 200 million daily users

Instagram has announced the platform has over 200 million daily users taking advantage of its Stories feature. The company also unveiled several new features added to Stories.

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The OnePlus 5 is coming, but what happened to the OnePlus 4?

OnePlus might skip the "4" and go straight to the OnePlus 5. Wondering why? Join us inside for the quick breakdown!

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Pokemon Go’s Easter “Eggstravaganza” event is now underway

Niantic Labs has detailed its latest Pokemon Go event, dubbing it the "Pokemon Go Eggstravaganza". The event runs from April 13th until April 20th and gives you various perks and doubled XP.

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The Xiaomi Mi Max 2 is slated to be unveiled next week alongside the Mi 6

A new rumor claims that Xiaomi may unveil the Mi Max 2 along with the Mi 6 sometime next week. The device is expected to feature a 6.44-inch display, along with a 5,000mAh battery.

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Devs are working on making Gear VR compatible with other smartphones

One developer at XDA was able to get the Samsung Gear VR working with his LG V20, and he wants to help make it happen for others.

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Huawei has announced it has sold 5 million Mate 9s in just 5 months

Huawei has announced it has sold more than 5 million Mate 9s in the 5 months since it has launched. The company also revealed that the Huawei P9 is the first Huawei device to reach 12 million units sold.

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Google may be looking to add Drive backup support to Allo

The latest update to Google Allo shows evidence of some new features in the works including Google Drive backups, Quick Selfies, group incognito chats, and selfie-generated sticker packs.

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Google Home can now track flight prices for you

Google Home gets more useful by the day, and its latest update helps the globetrotters out there.

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Some Galaxy S8 pre-orders are coming with a free amplifier dock

As a thank you to folks for pre-ordering the Galaxy S8 or S8 Plus, Samsung seems to be sending a nice gift with some orders.

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5 great ways to use a USB OTG Cable with your Android phone

Here are 5 different ways you can use a USB OTG cable to enhance your smartphone's capabilities.

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HTC One X10 packs a 4,000mAh battery

Yesterday, a teaser for the HTC One X10 was leaked letting us know it'll have a pretty big battery. And even after all the specs leaks we've had, we still hadn't heard how big that battery was. Now, more details are coming to light. The device will have a 4,000mAh pack inside, one which HTC ...

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Nexus 6P is being updated to 7.1.2 for Android Beta users

The final version of Android 7.1.2 has rolled out to Pixel phones and some Nexus devices, but the Nexus 6P is finally getting the final beta build.

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Google is holding an entire event for Google Earth next week

Google doesn't often bless us with events for announcements, but we're getting one next week for... wait for it... Google Earth!

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The Misfit Flare is a $60 fitness tracker with a single LED indicator

Misfit has introduced a new $60 fitness tracker which features a single LED on the face to let you know as you progress through your various acheivements throughout the day.

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The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 is rumored to feature 8GB of RAM

A new report claims to reveal the specs for the Xiaomi Mi Note 3. These specs include the Snapdragon 835 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a curved display.

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Burger King’s newest commercial uses “OK Google” commands to trigger your smartphone, and Wikipedia’s pissed about it

Burger King's marketing team might have come up with the coolest idea for an ad while also simultaneously being annoying, invasive, and even one that could eventually bite them in the long run.

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OnePlus has ticked off a lot of people with broken promises

OnePlus is currently enjoying their most successful launch yet, but some folks in the community seem keen on raining on their parade to bring some important issues to light.

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Here’s a look at what’s inside the Samsung Galaxy S8 [VIDEO]

A new video gives us a look at what's inside the Galaxy S8 including the wireless charging pad and the new and redesigned battery.

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40+ LG G6 Tips & Tricks

LG likes to pack a lot of features into their devices. The G6 is no different. A lot of these features can be incredibly useful if you know how to use them (and where to look).

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Verizon’s Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge+ get Nougat; AT&T’s S6 Edge+, too

Add 3 more 2015 Samsung phones to the list of those getting Android Nougat updates this week.

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A new image shows that the Moto Z2 will feature a few new changes

A supposed press render of the upcoming Moto Z2 has surfaced showing off the return of Moto Mod support, as well as a dual-camera setup and a redesigned home button.

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Leaked HTC One X10 flyer talks about its big battery

The HTC One X10 still hasn't broken cover, but it seems HTC is ready to focus on getting it out of the door with new promotional materials leaking.

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LG may be rolling out facial recognition software to the LG G6

A new report claims LG is looking to roll out 3D facial recognition software alongside LG Pay, marking the first time you would be able to use facial recognition to make payments.

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T-Mobile customers might get the Galaxy S8 early

It happened with the LG G6, and now it could be happening for the Samsung Galaxy S8 -- T-Mobile customers may get their new smartphones quite early.

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LeEco rumored to lay off more than a third of its US workforce

Last year, LeEco missed their US sale projections by a wide margin. They only generated $15 million in revenue in the US last year. The lofty goal was $100 million.

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Samsung Galaxy S8’s Bixby won’t have voice features at launch

Bixby is the great new voice assistant set to debut on the Galaxy S8, but strangely enough, the "voice" part of that won't quite be ready on that day.

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Samsung is erecting giant Galaxy S8 sculptures at UK landmarks

Samsung is no stranger to boisterous advertising, and with the Galaxy S8 being their biggest launch yet they seem to be doing some very interesting stuff to generate buzz.

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New leaks give us a look at the Moto C and Moto C Plus

In a new series of leaks, the Moto C and Moto C Plus have been detailed, giving us a look at the latest entry-level devices from Motorola.

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Facebook makes it easier for groups of friends to send payments

Facebook has extended their Messenger's Payments feature to group messages. It works just like one-on-one payments, where either you ask a friend for payment and they pay, or vice versa.

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Android Nougat comes to the Galaxy Note 5 on AT&T

Some AT&T owners of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 have stated they are receiving the update to Android 7.0 Nougat on their handsets via an OTA update.

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Huawei unveils its latest budget device, the Enjoy 7 Plus

Huawei has silently unveiled its latest budget offering with the Huawei Enjoy 7 Plus. The device is expected to launch in China for around $230.

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Samsung may update the Galaxy S8 to Android 7.1 shortly after launch

The latest update to the Samsung Health application may suggest that the company is readying its rollout of Android 7.1 Nougat to various devices including the Galaxy S8 lineup.

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Here’s the Galaxy S8 in 24 karat Gold and Platinum starting at $2,800

Truly Exquisite in the UK is the first boutique to offer up their line of 24 karat Gold Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, with 24K Platinum and 18K Rose Gold options also available.

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Xiaomi will unveil the Mi 6 and Mi 6 Plus on April 19th

After many rumors and much speculation, Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi Mi 6 will be unveiled on April 19th.

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As predicted, the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus is the most popular model

The Plus-sized model of the Galaxy S8 is the most popular of the 2, with Samsung suggesting that it's dominating the pre-order numbers.

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Huawei’s CEO doesn’t really see the point in smartwatches

At the Huawei Global Analyst Summit 2017, Huawei's rotating CEO, Eric Xu, stated that he has never figured out the purpose behind smartwatches when everything we need is already in our pocket.

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Nokia is working with Google to have updates out as soon as they’re available

If nostalgia alone wasn't enough to rekindle your interest in Nokia, perhaps the company's software plans will be.

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Prototypes of the Samsung Galaxy X are on the way

A new rumor claims that Samsung is ramping up production on the Galaxy X foldable smartphone as it looks to create between 2,000 to 3,000 prototypes.

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LG V20, LG G5 and Nexus 5X added to bootloop class-action lawsuit

LG is dealing with an ongoing legal battle with consumers who are part of a class action lawsuit for mishandling device issues, and more devices are being added to the list.

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DEAL: SanDisk’s 256GB microSD card is down to $119 on Amazon today only

If you think dropping $119 on SanDisk's 256GB microSD card is a good idea, we're with you. That's the price it's going for as part of Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today.

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Google Assistant’s shopping list has been moved to Google Express

Google has moved the Assistant shopping list from Keep to Google Express. If you're unfamiliar with Express, it's an online market that connects to popular stores.

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OnePlus 5 could have Snapdragon 835, Quad HD display, and more

The next OnePlus flagship is back in the rumor mill, with another outlet claiming to be privy to its specs ahead of launch.

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14 First things every LG G6 owner should do

LG took a step back from the LG G5 and simplified things, but that doesn't mean the G6 is lacking in features. There's a ton of stuff you can do with this phone.

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DEAL: Get the Honor 8 from Amazon for just $278

Amazon currently is offering a total of 31% off the Honor 8, bringing the price down to just $280 for a limited time.

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LG made the coolest Rube Goldberg machine to show off the G6’s durability

LG's history with advertisements hasn't exactly been strong, but they did manage to put together a cool concept for showing off their phone's durability.

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The Oppo R11 is shaping up to be a formidable mid-ranger

The Oppo R11 has made an appearance on GFXBench which gives us a look at what the upcoming device will have in store once it's released later this year.

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There are still more than 65 million people playing Pokemon Go

After taking home the award for Best Mobile and Handheld Game at the BAFTA awards, Niantic explained that new gameplay features are incoming for the 65 million active players.

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Google Home’s multi-user support may be right around the corner

It seems we're close to seeing multi-user support in Google Home as a message stating the feature has arrived is starting to appear in the Google Home app.

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It’ll cost you at least $899 to import an LG G6 with Hi-Fi Quad DAC audio

If you're not lucky enough to live in one of the markets where LG arbitrarily decided to distribute versions of the LG G6 with Hi-Fi Quad DAC, you'll probably have to import it. Here's how much that might cost you.

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Samsung may shrink the battery for refurbished Galaxy Note 7 units

Samsung has claimed that the Galaxy Note 7's battery issues were due to internal quality, but they seem to be making refurbished units with smaller batteries regardless.

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The ZTE Quartz is coming to T-Mobile for just $200

ZTE has announced its first foray into the smartwatch market with the ZTE Quartz. The Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch will be released on April 14th through T-Mobile for $200.

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LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition gets Android Wear 2.0 next month

LG's Watch Urbane 2nd Edition will be getting the goods starting this May, they have confirmed.

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Will the next Google Pixel have a curved display?

We're still not exactly sure what Google will have on tap for Pixel 2, but a new report out of Reuters may have shed some light on one of its characteristics.

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Galaxy S8 with 6GB RAM could come to more countries if there is demand

Apparently, Samsung said the 6GB of RAM model will be sold initially in South Korea, but they plan to expand sales to other countries if there is demand.

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Is this our first loook at the Galaxy Note 8?

Look, we know it's a little too early for a massive Galaxy Note 8 leak, but you'll have to excuse us for a moment as we suspend our disbelief to wonder if this is, in fact, Samsung's next pen-toting darling.

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Motorola’s official Power Pack Mod for the Moto Z/Force/Play has been delayed until later this Spring

The official Motorola Power Pack for the Moto Z was supposed to be due out in March. Now that we're well into April, you may be wondering what happened to the Moto Mod. Don't worry, we've got the scoop.

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Top 5 Android Apps & Games of the Week (April 7, 2017)

Every week, hundreds of Android apps and games are submitted to the Play Store. If you're not paying attention 24/7, it's easy to miss some of the best stuff.

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10 Hottest Android Stories This Week (April 7th)

EarlyBird – News for Android brings you ALL of the Android news you crave and lets users decide what matters. Here are the 10 Top Android Stories for the week of April 7th.

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Moto G5 Plus vs Blade V8 Pro vs Honor 6X [CAMERA COMPARISON]

With the Blade V8 Pro and Honor 6X receiving high marks in our reviews, the Moto G5 Plus is going up against some pretty stiff competition. To help make the buying decision easier on you, we're comparing one of the most important hardware features -- the camera -- in our photo shootout.

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Verizon’s Pixels are now seeing Android 7.1.2

It looks like Verizon is rolling out the latest version of Android to their Pixel and Pixel XL customers.

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Polar’s M430 brings a running companion to your wrist for $230

Need a little something to help you keep track of your runs and workouts? Meet the Polar M430.

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Google tests doodling and cropping for Google Search screenshots

Google is testing a new feature for handling screenshots taken in the Google Search apps. Alongside your usual sharing options, the app will now also show controls for cropping and drawing.

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Facebook begins rolling out AI companion to Messenger

Facebook has started rolling out M, their AI assistant for Messenger, after a long period of testing.

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Samsung’s latest Galaxy S8 ad highlights Infinity Display’s best advantage, fails to address its worst flaw

Samsung is making a big deal about the Samsung Galaxy S8's Infinity Display, so much so that it's the standout feature in almost all its ads, even when they don't mean for it to be. That's not a bad thing, though, because it really is pretty nice. The latest Galaxy S8 ad shows how the ...

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Mobile Roar 165: LG G6 & Moto G5 Plus first impressions, Pixel 3, and more!

This week on the podcast, Joe has the LG G6 and Chris has the Moto G5 Plus. Two phones on opposite sides of the spectrum. The guys share their first impressions of the devices.

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Huawei is testing Android Pay on the original Huawei Watch

Huawei is still testing the Android Wear 2.0 update on their original Huawei Watch, and with that comes word from the company that it may pick up some unexpected functionality.

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Android Nougat jumps to nearly 5% in latest Android Distribution numbers

Google has updated their Android distribution numbers to reflect the 7-day period ending April 3rd 2017.

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Watch the Samsung Galaxy S8+ survive an onslaught of face-down drops [VIDEO]

Just because the phone is covered mostly in glass doesn't mean the Galaxy S8+ is fragile. Watch as the S8 survives multiple face-down drops while the iPhone 7 Plus completely falls apart.

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Watch the Mobile Roar Podcast LIVE at 2PM Eastern!

Do you have more phones and tablets than any one person should? Do you enjoy a good laugh? We've got the perfect show for you!

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Comcast now offers wireless service in the form of Xfinity Mobile

You can go to Comcast for your home phone, internet, and TV, so why not wireless service, too? The company has formally launched Xfinity Mobile.

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You can now see your battery level and toggle notifications in Daydream VR

Daydream View users are getting hooked up with some nice enhancements today. An update to the Daydream app now lets you check battery levels for the device's controller, among other improvements.

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LG G6 global rollout begins

Folks in South Korea have had the LG G6 to themselves for quite some time now, and it's high time that ended. LG has started the global rollout of the LG G6.

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Twitter Lite lets you browse your timeline without stressing about data

Twitter knows that not everyone can afford to gorge on data, so they've introduced Twitter Lite.

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AT&T offers free HBO to Unlimited Plus users

AT&T is sweetening the deal for those on their Unlimited Plus data plan. You'll get free access to HBO, whether or not you subscribe to U-Verse or DirecTV.

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Sprint’s Galaxy Note 5 is now getting Android 7.0 Nougat

Folks rocking the Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note 5 will want to be on the lookout for an OTA to hit their phone. It's Nougat!

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Sony Xperia XZs is now available in the US

Those looking to purchase Sony's latest and greatest should turn their eyes to Amazon right now. The US unlocked model of the Sony Xperia XZs is now available at the online retailer.

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Android’s April security patch fixes a major vulnerability to hijacks over WiFi

There's always some new security flaw that needs patching. It's been revealed that some Broadcom chips allow rogue Wi-Fi signals to execute code of attacker's choosing.

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Moto Z2 has been outed

With Lenovo's new focus on Moto Mods and a declaration that they'll be compatible in future devices, you'd assume they are working on a Moto Z2 right? Right.

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This free app lets you remap the Galaxy S8’s physical Bixby button to launch whatever you like

Not everybody is a fan of the Galaxy S8's virtual assistant. Dubbed Bixby, the assistant gets its own dedicated physical button to summon the app, but someone found it's easy to remap it using a free app.

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The Moto G5 Plus camera: photo and video samples [GALLERY]

The Moto G5 Plus is one of the best affordable Android phones you can buy, but how well can it take a photo? Check out our gallery for sample photos and video.

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Photos Taken With The LG G6 [GALLERY]

Check out our gallery of photos from the LG G6. We've got photos from the front cameras, wide-angle camera, and selfie camera. Are you impressed?

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YouTube TV is now available in select markets

YouTube TV is Google's new service that allows you to pay for live access to traditional TV channels over the internet, and it's now available in select markets.

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Google is looking to combine Google Wifi and Google Home into one neat unit

A new report suggests to make a mesh Google Wifi router that also has speakers and a microphone for Google Home functionality.

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Honor Beta program reaches the US with a chance to test new products

Honor has announced that their beta program is now available for folks living in the USA.

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Amazon will stream live NFL games this year

Amazon wants some of what Twitter got last year, with the company striking a similar deal to stream 10 Thursday Night Football games online for the 2017 season.

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Honor 8 Pro brings a proper flagship to the Honor brand

Well, folks, it's finally here. Huawei has finally hooked the Honor up with a proper flagship known as the Honor 8 Pro, and boy does it sound good.

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Scientists are working on displays that can heal their own scratches

Scientists may have brought the self-healing concept back in a way that could delight just about anyone: your display could repair itself.

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DisplayMate awards the Galaxy S8 as the best smartphone display

With the Samsung Galaxy S8, they introduced the "Infinity Display," which is a fancy way to say "small bezels." It's still Super AMOLED and DisplayMate says it's still top-notch.

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New HTC U Ocean specs and details leak

Yesterday we got a good look at the HTC U Ocean, but now we're being treated to a ton more info about its specs and how its unique Edge Sensor works.

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You’ll want to buy a case for your Galaxy S8 after seeing this drop test

Someone decided to take the Samsung Galaxy S8 and put it through a drop test. The results will make you want to buy a case ASAP.

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The still unofficial Moto X (2017) made a brief appearance in Motorola’s new rap video

After leaked product renders of the alleged Moto X (2017) showed the device in gold, an official Motorola rap video appears to have briefly shown the device. Whoops.

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How well does the LG G6 perform in a durability torture test? [VIDEO]

Zack from JerryRigEverything is at it again, this time with a torture test for the LG G6. How well does the phone perform? Find out.

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Amazon is having a big sale on a handful of unlocked Android phones

Amazon is no stranger to limited time promotions and their latest is quite the doozy. Well, if random, obscure smartphones are your thing. They are? Well, shoot. Read on, fam… Amazon is calling their new event "Unlocked Days" and it offers some pretty nice discounts on a handful of already affordable Android smartphones. There's a ...

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LG G6 Battery Life (first 24 hours)

I've been playing with the LG G6 for over 24 hours now and it's time to share some initial observations. I'll start with battery life, which is obviously a very important part of every phone.

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Are you still playing Pokemon GO? [POLL]

With the generation 2 Pokemon now available in Pokemon GO, we're wondering if any of you have returned to the game and are actively still playing

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Security Researcher: Samsung’s Tizen OS is the worst code he’s ever seen

Samsung's Tizen OS is being blasted by a security researcher as the worst code he's ever seen.

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Samsung: Don’t expect foldable phones until 2019

Recent reports have suggested that we may have to wait until 2018 to see Samsung's first foldable phone. Now, the company is setting even more conservative expectations.

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Moto G5 Plus unboxing and hands-on [Q&A]

The Moto G5 Plus is now available for purchase. The phone seems to be the perfect balance between high specs at an affordable price and as we prepare a full review, check out our unboxing and let us know if you have any questions.

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Android surpasses Windows in internet usage

We already know Android is, by far, the biggest mobile platform in all the lands, and it looks like it may finally take the crown for biggest overall OS.

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Samsung wanted the fingerprint scanner on the Galaxy S8 to be under the touchscreen

Samsung was working with Synaptics, the partner that works on the touch sensors. Samsung poured a ton of resources into Synaptics, but the results were frustrating.

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Official: Android 7.1.2 begins rolling out to Pixel and Nexus devices

Android 7.1.2 is no longer in beta and officially rolling out to Nexus and Pixel devices starting today. You can download the OTA or factory images if you don't feel like waiting.

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Download and use the new Galaxy S8 launcher on your S7 and S7 Edge

Someone extracted the Galaxy S8 launcher app and it installs perfectly on the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 Edge. No root required, just sideload like any other APK.

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One of the coolest features of the LG G6 that no one is talking about [VIDEO]

While I was checking out the camera on the LG G6 I accidentally discovered something really cool.

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2017’s first big smartphones are about to change the status quo for Best Android Phones

We're now in the 4th month of 2017 and we're just now getting the first of the year's juggernauts into the barn house. Prepare for some big movement on our list of the best Android phones.

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April’s Android security patches are here for Pixel and Nexus devices [DOWNLOAD]

It's the first Monday in April, and that means we have some security patches are coming in for several Nexus and Pixel devices.

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We’ve got the LG G6! [Q&A]

We'll be pumping out tons of great content for this attractive device, but before we can do any of that we have to unbox it. We also want you questions!

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US Cellular is the only place to get a free Samsung Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus will be pretty expensive most places, but if you happen to be a US Cellular customer they have a deal you simply can't pass up.

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HTC U Ocean shows up in red in leaked render

This device is believed to be the successor to the HTC 10. As you can see, it has the same general shape. Two notable things are missing from this render: fingerprint scanner and headphone jack.

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Here’s another look at the Moto X 2017 and its dual-rear cameras

This year's edition of the Moto X has leaked in a new product render, complete with the dual-rear camera sensors we thought we saw in a previous leak.

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Android Wear 2.0 rollout resumes to 5 watches

All seems well for Android Wear 2.0 with a rollout now hitting not only the original 3 smartwatches to get OTAs, but even more than the original rollout.

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Download: Here are all the new wallpapers from the Galaxy S8

If you are looking to get a taste of the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus ahead of their official release, then you can download any of these stock wallpapers and customize your current device.

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