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Google's top product of I/O 2013: You

Instead of gadgets, the message is clear: Google's personalized services are aiming to get into your head and be a part of you...and your social life.

See how your life is about to change

Google aims directly at Apple

Google I/O 2013 showcased updates to Google Maps, Google Now, and Hangouts that will all be on iOS.
A tale of woe and frustration at the Apple store

After an editor's iPod Touch became locked until 2056, he sought help. But a trip to the local Apple store Genius Bar offered none.
NASA plans asteroid mission. First stop: Bennu

The Osiris-Rex spacecraft has been approved for development, and NASA plans to send it to meet up with an asteroid.
Siri vs. Google Now: Virtual-assistant battle

Which one offers the fastest, most accurate, and richest voice command experience? Find out.
Who cares how it drives with toys like these?

The 2013 Audi RS 5 is an exceptional sports coupe that makes up for brutal performance with the best dashboard tech on the road.
Where's the next-gen Nexus 7? Android rumor update

The white Nexus 4, Samsung Galaxy Note 3, and a waterproof LG Optimus G are among this week's most exciting rumors.
Enormous tablet triples as desktop and gaming rig

This coffee-table-size tabletop PC from Lenovo is fun to use, and doubles as a solid all-in-one desktop.
Is that unlocked Nexus Galaxy S4 worth the cost?

Get advice on whether the new "pure" Google Android version of the Galaxy S4 is worth the added price.
6 tablets and e-readers you-know-who will love

It's T-three weeks until one of the biggest gadget-gifting days of the year. Check out our top picks in the tablet category.

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