Samsung throws a curve with Note Edge, Gear VR
The newest Galaxy Note phablets offer virtual-reality headgear, as well as surprises in design, plus Sony gives its fitness band the power of phone calls.
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The tech world is flaunting new curves. This CNET Update gives you a quick breakdown of Samsung's newest gadgets revealed at the IFA tech show, including the uniquely curved Galaxy Note Edge . The non-curved Note 4 has its own quirky perk with the Gear VR virtual reality headset accessory:
Also featured in this tech-news roundup:
- Samsung reveals more details on the Gear S curved smartwatch .
- Sony shows off a fitness band that takes phone calls, the Smartband Talk .
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