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Here’s everything we expect from Google’s October 4 hardware event

Google October 4 hardware event is expected to bring the Pixel 2, a new Pixelbook, Google Home Mini, Daydream VR headset, and more.
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You can download the new iPhone's wallpapers onto your phone right now

The new iPhone is set to be launched, but we have a day-before leak highlighting some of the new wallpapers to show up in iOS 11.
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Apple’s A11 Bionic chip destroys the competition in new benchmark results

Apple's processors have long outperformed the competition, and it looks like things are no different with the new A11 Bionic chip.
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Google's AI has cut down Google Play's malware by more than half

Google is turning to artificial intelligence to cut down on the amount of malware on the Google Play Store -- and it seems to be working.
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FCC asks Apple to enable the FM radio in the iPhone — but there isn’t one

After a disastrous hurricane season, FCC chairman Ajit Pai is again urging Apple to enable the FM radio in its phones. But there isn't one.
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Everything you need to know about Facebook Messenger’s M assistant

Facebook rolled out M, its personal assistant, around the U.S. and Mexico. Here's everything the assistant can do so far.
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Android’s ‘check for update’ button will now finally do something

The Android "check for update" button is getting some new power -- in fact, the button will now actually work when you press it.
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Google's Project Fi is getting an Android One version of the Motorola Moto X4

Google has launched an Android One version of the Motorola Moto X4, which is now available for pre-order on the Project Fi wireless service.
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ZTE Tempo X smartphone rolls out today on Boost Mobile, costs just $80

ZTE has launched its latest smartphone, the ZTE Tempo X. The device is launching on Boost Mobile and comes in at only $80.
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Mobile vulnerabilities on the rise, according to new report

According to a new report from Zimperium, more mobile vulnerabilities were discovered in the first half of 2017 than all of 2016.
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Venmo competitor Zelle is finally launching a mobile app

You may not have heard of Zelle, but if you use mobile banking in the U.S. it's likely you've used it before. Now, it's getting a mobile app.
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AT&T workers to protest outsourced jobs at Apple’s iPhone 8 launch event

Apple may get a few unwanted guests at its iPhone launch event -- protestors taking a stand against AT&T's low wages.
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AT&T extends its offer of free HBO to Unlimited Choice plan users

AT&T wants more people to sign up to its Unlimited Plus and Unlimited Choice plans, and is sweetening the pot with free access to HBO.
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Lenovo Moto X4 vs. Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact: Is more expensive actually better?

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is here, boasting some great specs in a somewhat small package. But can it beat the Lenovo Moto X4?
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Following earthquake, wireless carriers offer free calling from U.S. to Mexico

Following the tragic Mexico City earthquake, mobile carriers have begun allowing customers to call and text to Mexico for free.
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The feed in your Google app is about to get a whole lot more personalized

Google first launched "the feed" in the Google app late last year, but a new update introduces some big improvements.
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Everything you need to know about the Honor 9

Honor has taken the wraps off of the Honor 9 in China, and there are hints the phone is on track for an international release.
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LG V30 vs. iPhone 7 Plus: Can LG’s new flagship take out Apple’s champion?

The LG V30 is here, but how does it fare against the competition? We pit LG V30 vs. iPhone 7 Plus to find out.
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T-Mobile will unveil its next iteration of Un-Carrier on September 6

T-Mobile is prepping its next major Un-Carrier event, and it looks like we'll finally get a look at the next iteration on September 6.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs. Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Can the Note take out the iPhone?

Samsung has finally unveiled the new Galaxy Note 8, but how does it perform when pitted against Apple's much-lauded iPhone 7 Plus?

Bring your iPhone to Virgin Mobile, get a year of unlimited cell service for $1

Virgin Mobile and Apple have announced a partnership that will see Virgin only offering Apple phones going forward.
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Qualcomm depth-sensing tech could turn your phone into an AR powerhouse

Qualcomm has announced its next-generation Spectra camera tech, which brings a number of pretty serious improvements.
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LG will enable the FM radio chip on its future smartphones

You might not be aware, but your phone has an FM radio chip built right in -- though most of the time its not enabled. LG is changing that.
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Lenovo Moto Z2 Force vs. Apple iPhone 7 Plus: Can the new Android beat Apple’s top phone?

Lenovo recently unveiled the forthcoming Moto Z2 Force, its greatest smartphone to date, but is it enough to take on Apple's iPhone 7 Plus?
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YouTube Music gains ability to download songs, albums, and playlists

Google has added a new feature to YouTube Music that now allows users to save songs, albums, and playlists for offline listening.
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Samsung built a bizarro flip phone with smartphone-caliber specs

Samsung has unveiled its latest phone -- a flip phone called the Samsung Leader 8, which boasts flagship specs.
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Verizon’s new program gives it permission to track your digital history

Verizon has launched a new rewards program called Verizon Up -- but while it may sound like a good deal, there are some issues with it.
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Google tweaks Google Play search results to surface best-performing apps

Google has tweaked the search algorithm on the Google Play Store to now prioritize the better-performing apps.
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Hundreds of fraudulent trading apps pulled from Google Play, Apple App Store

More than 300 fraudulent binary trading apps have been pulled from Google Play and the Apple App Store after an investigation.
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Samsung and Tumi buddy up to launch new version of the Gear S3 Frontier

Samsung and TUMI have teamed up to offer a new version of the Samsung Gear S3 -- the Samsung Gear S3 TUMI Edition.
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WhatsApp is beating Snapchat at its own game, reports 1 billion daily users

WhatsApp has reported now having a massive 1 billion daily active users. It also now has 250 million daily "WhatsApp Status" users.
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Project Fi referral challenge could net users a paid trip to Google HQ

Google is upping its Project Fi game with a new referral program, through which customers could win Play Store credit, and more.
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Despite stellar reviews, sales disappoint for LG’s G6 smartphone

Sales of the LG G6 reportedly fell short of the company's expectations, possibly because of the terrible timing of the G6's release.
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Google retires Google Instant in effort to make Search better for mobile devices

Google is continuing to push mobile, and as part of that the company has announced the end of Google Instant.