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JPEG XL could let you pack twice as many photos into your phone

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Net neutrality supporters are cringing at the AT&T-Time Warner merger

Net neutrality supporters are cringing at the AT&T-Time Warner merger

Oh, maybe because they think it could destroy the internet?

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is Nintendo's biggest push into esports

The new Super Smash Bros. has directional influence from the competitive scene. Here's what Nintendo got right.

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