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Premium Android phones have one thing Apple's iPhones don't

Premium Android phones have one thing Apple's iPhones don't

The new iPhones won't be able to tap into the super high speeds carriers are building into their networks.

byRoger Cheng

Nest announces a whole new security system

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Nest announces a whole new security system

byRichard Nieva

Apple Watch 3's best feature costs more, kills battery

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Apple Watch 3's best feature costs more, kills battery

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Google bets big on hardware with HTC deal

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Google bets big on hardware with HTC deal

by Claire Reilly

Apple wants you to get very excited about, oh, the App Store

Apple wants you to get very excited about, oh, the App Store

by Chris Matyszczyk

August's Pro lock adds smarts, but we're not sold

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August's Pro lock adds smarts, but we're not sold

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6 hours ago

Ford adds Microsoft HoloLens to development toolbox

Mix reality tech will improve global collaboration and cut development times.

6 hours ago

August's new lock looks different, but much remains the same

The third-gen August Smart Lock ditches the round design, gains an open/close sensor.

7 hours ago

Traeger's smart Timberline smokes up fantastically good food

The Traeger Timberline 850 pellet-powered grill smokes delicious food with a smart connection.

7 hours ago

Google inks $1 billion deal with HTC for Pixel talent

The deal allows Google to hire certain HTC employees, many of whom already work with Google on Pixel phones.

9 hours ago

Watch out! HBO's 'Watchmen' TV series has started filming

Showrunner Damon Lindelof shared a tantalizing Instagram photo of the writers' room hosting a special prop.

11 hours ago

iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus cases: What you need to know

With wireless charging entering the picture, what does that mean for iPhone cases? And will old iPhone cases work with the new iPhones?

11 hours ago

iPhone X production may face further delay, analyst warns

Chip analyst says production of Apple's newest flagship phone likely hasn't begun yet, despite orders being a month off.

11 hours ago

Uber's Bozoma Saint John: 'There certainly is a lot to do'

After being besieged by scandals, the ride-hailing firm's brand ambassador is looking to humanize the company.

11 hours ago

A first-rate advanced compact shoots for stellar

With a new sensor, better autofocus system and more streamlined design, the X100 line evolves into a great camera with the Fujifilm X100F.

12 hours ago

'Star Trek: Discovery': How to stream, release date, time and more

The newest Star Trek series is approaching its debut at warp speed. Here's how to watch the crew's adventures.

12 hours ago

We grade the Apple Watch and iPhone 8 (The 3:59, Ep. 287)

Our expert Scott Stein gives us the real scoop on Apple's latest products.

12 hours ago

Perlan 2 Glider breaks world altitude record for gliders

The Airbus Perlan 2 Glider is reaching for the stars and earlier in September broke a longstanding high-altitude record for engineless flight. The Airbus Perlan Mission II is an initiative to fly a glider to the edge of space, with a goal of reaching 90,000 feet.

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Elon Musk has an update on his Mars colony plans

America's "rocket man" revised his plan for a metropolis on Mars and is set to unveil version 2 in Australia later this month.

12 hours ago

iPhone X: How Face ID works

It's like a tiny Microsoft Kinect embedded in your phone, plus machine learning.

12 hours ago

Fired Google engineer wonders if KKK names are cool

Commentary: James Damore, ousted after posting what some saw as an antidiversity memo, allows that the title "Grand Wizard" might in some way be charming.

13 hours ago

Amazon reviewing its recommendations for bomb-making materials

The company's investigation follows similar incidents involving Facebook and Google using automated algorithms that brought on problems.

13 hours ago

I spent $13 to add wireless charging to my iPhone

It's surprisingly easy and affordable to add this capability to your existing iPhone. Here's how.

13 hours ago

Acura tweaks MDX for 2018 with new tech, new paint colors

Nothing too crazy here, since a whole lot went into its refresh last year.

13 hours ago

Space station to test supercomputer bathed in cosmic rays

Thinking about toting a computer with you to Mars? Hewlett Packard Enterprise is sending some big iron into orbit to figure out how.

13 hours ago

Jaguar F-Type SVR combines gorgeous looks with massive power

Jaguar's F-Type is already one of the most beautiful cars on the road, and the SVR version adds massive power and amazing handling.

13 hours ago

Facebook amps up ads oversight in response to 'Jew haters'

Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg says she was disgusted her company's systems had allowed that type of targeted advertising.

14 hours ago

Cree's new LED is a bright idea for homes with high ceilings

With a whopping 1,500 lumens to its name, the Cree 100W Replacement Floodlight LED is perfect for people who need a lot of extra light. Plus, it only costs $11.